A Levels

Sunday Times Schools Guide 2025 - Independent Secondary School of the Year North West

Our Sixth Form A Level programme offers a wide range of subjects, allowing students to tailor their studies to support their future careers. The programme emphasises academic breadth and includes subjects that are highly regarded by top universities, including Russell Group and Oxbridge.

In Lower Sixth, the majority of students will choose to study three A Level subjects. This is in line with the nature of university offers and affords students the opportunity to explore super-curricular interests and activities. Where appropriate, there remains the option to study four A Levels.

A Level Subject Choices
Art Further Mathematics Religious Studies
Biology Geography Spanish
Business Studies History Theatre Studies
Chemistry Mathematics
Design & Technology (Product Design) Music
Economics Physical Education
English Literature Physics
French Psychology


Please note that the provision of teaching in some of the above A Level subjects is dependent upon demand. Students are advised and supported by the sixth form team in making their choices.

In addition, students will attend timetabled ‘Core Futures’ lessons and attend the weekly Nicholls Lecture Series.

A Level Options Guide 2026/27

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

Students also have the options to complete an Extended Project Qualification through the ‘Core Futures’ programme. This offers students the opportunity to embark on a largely self-directed and self-motivated project and is equivalent to half an A level.

Extended Project Qualification