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24/11/23

1st round of the London Cup, saw Harris Orpington take on Harris Beckenham in a local rivalry. A good game with Harris Orpington claiming a 4-0 victory. pic.twitter.com/fa6koPG0l5

17/11/23

For more information on this cause, follow the link: https://t.co/g2lRaHkUHh

17/11/23

Mr Stuchfield is raising awareness for - 'I am bravely sporting a truly egregious moustache in front of 800 children every day'.This is the before picture - Lets check back in at the end of the month for a progress check.To donate: https://t.co/5Ys2Lc5DzD pic.twitter.com/XY03cCzZP7

17/11/23

And taking the time to explore the trenches…Mr Koubaa joined in too! pic.twitter.com/LdGndWzesy

17/11/23

Paying our respects at the Canadian memorial at Sanctuary wood pic.twitter.com/15mHUptGMQ

17/11/23

Yesterday was an early start for our avid historians! But they made it to Folkestone for the crossing over to Calais… pic.twitter.com/ovLLlMOzSG

14/11/23

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14/11/23

Thanks to those that attended this evening. It was great to see some alumni. pic.twitter.com/EkoEQw0bcd

14/11/23

Fantastic display of our BTEC and Alevel Art and Design work at our Annual Art Exhibition pic.twitter.com/VXjxDuMnLP

03/11/23

HAO are hosting its annual art exhibition, showcasing the amazing work of our students. This event is open to our parents and students and takes place on the 14 November, 5-7pm. pic.twitter.com/NKuBSX3SyK

02/11/23

Our students are showing our visitors some of the experiments and course content they would cover in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. pic.twitter.com/BffQd9CAgs

02/11/23

Mr Astin is leading the Principal speech. Learn what HAO Sixth Form has to offer, what Ofsted said about us, as well as what our students think about the school. pic.twitter.com/iLbDo2vi49

02/11/23

Our Student Principals are opening up the speech part of our Open Evening. pic.twitter.com/WdD9GaqhVD

02/11/23

Our Sixth Form Open Evening is tonight form 4:30pm.Entrance via Ramsden Road. https://t.co/lM2IUmRfwi

01/11/23

Looking forward to seeing you at our Sixth Form open evening this Thursday 2nd November! pic.twitter.com/VnZKWiq96n

30/10/23

Our Open Evening for Sixth Form is this Thursday. Come and see the school and find out about the subjects we have on offer. pic.twitter.com/2D1VRA8Vpz

30/10/23

We look forward to welcoming all students back today, for the new half-term.

24/10/23

Would you like to shape the future of our school?For more information, click the following link: https://t.co/kN1kTgqyvL pic.twitter.com/hEqiyDDgm0

12/10/23

Thanks so much MandM for donating over 6,000 kits to our young footballers- they love football and are SO PROUD to be wearing their new kits. An incredibly generous gift.  https://t.co/cqlMGNGW2p

04/10/23

Another goal to HAO with the last kick of the game. Final score 9-1 HAO win amazing game! pic.twitter.com/3TgD0S7TxP

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Sixth Form Course Directory & Entry Requirements

Every student joins Harris Orpington sixth form with their own unique set of examination results and future goals.

Final Sixth Form Prospectus 24 25To accommodate this, we offer a choice three pathways to ensure students receive an education that is personalised and right for them.  give you the education that's right for you. Each pathway has a different set of entry requirements (see below).

  • A Level Pathway
  • Mixed Pathway
  • Vocational Pathway

Click HERE to view the Course Directory for 2024 to find out more about all the courses we offer in the Sixth Form.


Sixth Form entry requirements 2024

Course Level

Requirements

3 A Levels

A minimum of seven grade 5s in full course GCSE subjects. No vocational subjects allowed.

4 A Levels

Must have a grade 8 average in GCSEs.

3 A Level / Vocational Level 3 Combination

 

Combination minimum of three grade 5s and two grade 4s at GCSE or merit or above in an equivalent subject related to course choices. Students must choose two vocational subjects and one A Level. For the A Level, students must have the minimum subject specific requirements.  

Vocational Level 3 subjects

A minimum of five grade 4s at GCSE or equivalent, with at least a Merit or grade 4 in a relevant equivalent qualification.

 

A Levels require a grade 6 in a relevant GCSE subject.

Extended writing A Level subject students will need at least a grade 5 in English Language.


Subject entry requirements

Applicants applying to the Harris Orpington Sixth Form will attain the required entry-level standard.  These are shown below.

Enrolment from the age of 17/18 is at the discretion of the site Principal who will take into account the student's most recent academic results. In most cases students will only be accepted onto Vocational Level 3 courses unless there are exceptional circumstances.

Subject

English Lang

Maths grade

Relevant subject

Other requirements/information

Art

5

-

At least a grade 6 at GCSE

Must bring a portfolio to course discussion meeting.

Biology

5

6

 

Must attain an overall grade 6 in Biology if doing separate sciences or a 6/6 in the Trilogy exam.

Extended writing subject.

Chemistry

5

6

Must attain an overall grade 6 in Chemistry if doing separate sciences or a 6/6 in the Trilogy exam.

Extended writing subject.

English Literature

6

-

Students will need a combination of at least grade 6 in English Language and English Literature

Geography

5

5

At least a grade 6 at GCSE

Extended writing subject

History

5

-

At least a grade 6 at GCSE

Extended writing subject

Maths

-

7

At least a grade 7 at GCSE

-

Modern Foreign Languages

5

-

At least a grade 6 at GCSE

-

Physics

5

7

Must attain an overall grade 6 in Physics at GCSE if doing separate sciences or a 6/6 in the Trilogy exam.

Extended writing subject.  Students must also study A Level Maths

Psychology

5

5

Not required but if taken, grade 6 at GCSE

Extended writing subject

Religious Studies

5

-

At least a grade 6 at GCSE

Extended writing subject

Sociology

5

5

Not required but if taken, grade 6 at GCSE

Extended writing subject.

Vocational Science

5

5

Must have a grade 5/5 for Trilogy Science (double award) or at least a Merit at Vocational Level 2

 

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