Intensive A Level Courses
Ashbourne’s One-year, Retake and 18-month intensive A level courses offer students the flexibility, individual attention and support to attain outstanding A level results so they can apply to top universities.
Ashbourne’s One-year, Retake and 18-month intensive A level courses offer students the flexibility, individual attention and support to attain outstanding A level results so they can apply to top universities.
Ashbourne provides great opportunities for ambitious and hardworking students. We have been delivering highly successful intensive A level courses for many years and our students consistently achieve outstanding A level results, 75% A*A for retakes (2023-2024), 51% A*A (10 year average for A levels).
Around 64% of our students applying for degree courses in the UK go on to study at Russell Group universities, including UCL, King’s College London, Imperial, Warwick and Cambridge.
Ashbourne offers 25 A level subjects to choose from and varying course lengths – one-year A level, retake A level, 18-month level, two-year level and GCSE to A level – so that students may create an educational programme that best suits their needs.
Class sizes at Ashbourne are small, usually fewer than 10, making it perfect to engage effectively and for teachers to offer plenty of one-to-one attention.
This creates an ideal environment to explore and test out ideas so students can become independent thinkers.
We offer significantly more teaching hours than is typical in most schools so that students can complete the syllabus in a relaxed and confident manner with plenty of time for revision at the end of the course.
Staff have high aspirations for all pupils. In return, pupils are ambitious and driven to achieve the best possible results.
Outstanding Ofsted Report, 2021.
Teachers are able to set more assigned work and provide tailored support to help students progress.
Each half term students sit mock exams, based on previous exam papers, followed by constructive feedback.
Ashbourne places great emphasis on teaching exam technique which we believe is critical to achieving the best results.
Ashbourne is different from traditional schools. We embrace a friendly, informal but disciplined approach to education.
Students take a key role in developing their educational pathway and work closely with teachers, Personal Tutor and Head of Year to build confidence and develop the skills needed to reach their goals.
Dedicated Personal Tutors provide individual academic and pastoral support and guidance throughout students’ time at the college.
This includes expert careers advice and one-to-one UCAS support, from choosing the right course to interview practice all the way to accepting the best offer.
Ashbourne offers specialised university programmes for anyone wishing to apply for competitive courses such as Medicine, Engineering and Finance, and entry to Oxford or Cambridge universities.
Student happiness is our most important goal. We offer an extensive support network to help students feel secure and confident, which importantly contributes towards academic performance.
As part of our adult-approach to education we expect everyone to show respect, tolerance and collaborate with each other in order to make the college a friendly, safe and dynamic place to learn.
Extracurricular
The hugely popular Ashbourne Revue, which showcases creative talent, is just one of the highlights of the academic year that students can take part in.
We organise plenty of clubs, activities and events for all tastes which offer a great opportunity to make new friends, explore new areas and practise skills.
Ashbourne is situated in the heart of London on the borders of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens.
Students will find a fantastic selection of world-class venues and attractions within walking distance, including the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Royal Albert Hall. Major libraries, art galleries and theatres are also within easy reach as well as shopping in Kensington and Knightsbridge.
My time at Ashbourne was everything I hoped it would be and more. I cannot recommend Ashbourne enough for anyone with a drive and a passion to succeed. Charli, English Literature A, Film Studies A, Music A
Students will be among a diverse community of people from all over the world, each contributing in their own way to make the college a dynamic place to learn. Most of our students develop wonderful friendships during their time at the college.
How to apply
Please get in touch to apply for a place at Ashbourne. Email, [email protected], call +44 (0) 20 7937 3858 or complete the enquiry form below.
