Curriculum
Below is a full list of sixth form courses available to study at KAA, all of which are A levels. Our expectation is that the majority of students will study three A Levels.
Subjects Taught at Kensington Aldridge Academy
Students must choose one subject from each option block in the table below. On the application form, students will be given the chance to express additional preferences; if there is sufficient demand, the option blocks can be changed when the timetable is constructed.
| Block A | Block B | Block C | Block D |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemistry | Art | Biology | Biology |
| Drama | Biology | Computer Science | Chemistry |
| English Literature | Chemistry | Economics | Dance |
| Geography | Computer Science | English Literature | Economics |
| History | French | Mathematics | English Literature |
| Physics | Further Maths | Music | Further Mathematics |
| Psychology | German | Politics | Geography |
| Politics | History | Psychology | Mathematics |
| Religious Studies | Mathematics | Religious Studies | Physics |
| Spanish | Physical Education | Psychology |
Subjects Taught at Godolphin & Latymer
In addition, the following A Level courses are available to study at our partner school Godolphin & Latymer. Students will have to travel between KAA and Godolphin for these lessons (just three tube stops – a 20 minute journey which will be built into their timetables). These subjects are only available to female students, as Godolphin is a girls’ school.
Whilst all KAA sixth formers benefit greatly from our partnership with Godolphin & Latymer, only a very small number will be able to actually study an A-level there. The option is only open to female students and only in courses where Godolphin have availability once their own students have made their choices. If there is a space, applicants will need to meet the entry criteria for Godolphin. Applicants will also have to pass an interview at Godolphin. For these reasons we strongly recommend that you choose KAA because you want to study here, benefitting from the partnership in its wider form, and not solely because of the change to take a subject at Godolphin. Applicants may only apply for one subject at Godolphin, and should have a back-up KAA option in case they are unsuccessful.
| Taught @ Godolphin & Latymer (Female Students Only) | |
|---|---|
| Classical Civilisation | Italian |
| History of Art | Mandarin |
| Ancient History | Latin |
How to choose your courses
Choosing the right courses is a complicated issue and we would encourage you to think very carefully about your choices, complete all the necessary research, and consult with parents and teachers well in advance.
Entry Requirements
General Entry Requirements
8 GCSE grades at grade 5 or above (including both English language and Maths).
Subject Specific Requirements
• English literature: grade 7 in literature and 6 in language
• Humanities: grade 6 in the subject at GCSE (if taken) and a 6 or above in English language and literature
• Economics: grade 7 in Maths and English language
• Maths: grade 7 or above in Maths
• Further Maths: grade 8 or above in Maths.
• Science: triple award grade 7 or above in the science to be studied; dual award (Combined Science) grade 7-7 or above. Physics also requires a 7 in maths and should be taken alongside maths A-level.
• Psychology: grade 6 or above in at least one science, plus grade 6 or above in English language.
• Physical Education: grade 6 or above at GCSE PE, and applicants must already be involved in playing a competitive sport at a school, county, regional or national standard.
Performing Arts
We acknowledge that excellence in the performing and creative arts is not solely measured by academic results, and that practical experience of performing is also relevant. Accordingly, candidates for Dance, Drama, Music, Art or Product Design who feel they may not fully meet the academic requirements but have extensive practical experience may still apply.
Godolphin & Latymer courses
Whilst all KAA sixth formers benefit greatly from our partnership with Godolphin & Latymer, only a very small number will be able to actually study an A-level there. The option is only open to female students and only in courses where Godolphin have availability once their own students have made their choices. If there is a space, applicants will need to meet the entry criteria for Godolphin. Applicants will also have to pass an interview at Godolphin.
