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Introduction
 

 

Pupils can be admitted at any age from 11 to 18, depending on the availability of places in the appropriate year group. The placement of pupils in years 7 to 11 is determined at an interview, by mutual agreement between parents and Headmaster, and by considering the performance of the pupil in an entrance test. Prospective Sixth-Form students are assessed on the basis of their results in GCSE, or equivalent, examinations.

 

Applications from overseas students at GCSE (ages 14-16 years) and A-level (ages 16-18+ years and also termed Sixth Form) are welcomed. At ECUS we are committed to providing quality teaching and learning.


The Sixth Form provides a two- or in some cases a three-, year course leading to the GCE A-level examinations. The large majority of pupils choose three or four subjects to study throughout the two year period. In order to embark on an A-level course, we usually recommend that a pupil should posses a minimum of three GCSE subjects at grade C or above. Pupils wishing to enter the Sixth Form, who have not achieved this, are encouraged to follow the three-year option, concentrating mainly on GCSE subjects in the first year of the course. Certain pupils have, in the past, found this to be highly beneficial, and have progressed with great success to A-levels and then on to university.


Pupils usually take four subjects in the first year, leading to the AS qualification, and then continue with three of these subjects leading to full A-level in the second year. However, the scheme is flexible and other routes are possible.


Introducing BTEC

Over the last 25 years, BTECs have helped millions of people develop the skills they need to get on in life. Engaging and inspiring, these work-related qualifications are suitable for a wide range of ages and abilities.


What is a BTEC?

  • BTECs are work-related qualifications suitable for a wide range of students, built to accommodate the needs of employers and allow progression to university. 
  • They provide a practical, real-world approach to learning without sacrificing any of the essential subject theory.
  • They can be taken alongside, or in place of, GCSEs and A levels and alongside Diplomas in schools and colleges. They can also form part of the 14-19 Diploma and Modern Apprenticeships.
  • BTECs are recognised by schools, colleges, universities, employers and professional bodies across the United Kingdom and in over 100 countries worldwide.
  • BTECs have been around for 25 years and their reputation is second to none.
  • They continue to be developed and updated with and for industry and in response to the needs of learners.


Why is BTEC important?

  • BTECs are understood and recognised by a large number of organisations in a wide range of sectors.
  • They offer natural progression along a vocational path, from and to academic qualifications and university.
  • BTEC qualifications are developed with key industry representatives and sector skills councils to ensure that they meet employer and student needs.
  • Many industry and professional bodies offer successful BTEC students exemptions for their own accredited qualifications.


At ECUS a number of exciting BTEC programmes are on offer!