Welcome to Sixth Form

Sixth form (Y12 & Y13) are the final two years of school, corresponding to the Spanish Baccalaureate. At LES we follow A Levels (Advanced Level qualifications), a British subject-based qualification for students 16 and up. They are taken over two years, and offer recognised qualifications for entry to higher education in the UK and many other countries around the world. Students wishing to improve their entry grades for Spanish universities are strongly advised to take additional PCE subjects.

There are specific entry recommendations for each subject. A level Mathematics or PCE Pure Mathematics, for example, are not recommended for students who do not have at least a grade 7 at (I)GCSE. In other words, a solid foundation is needed to take the next steps and this is the case for all A level subjects.

For timetable purposes, subjects are organized into blocks. All subjects in a block are taught at the same time, so it is impossible to take more than one subject from the same block. The block time table for the academic year can be consulted with the Sixth Form team.

During the final years of secondary school we work with students to help them decide on their future path. Each individual has a personalised program that takes them to the next phase in their education. With excellent academic qualifications they can access universities across the globe or take another path, such as an apprenticeship, towards obtaining a degree or professional qualification.

We offer a wide range of over twenty specialized courses designed to meet the needs of students and their future aspirations. Our aim is to ensure that students choose the right program so that in A Level examinations they achieve the grades they need for the future, and thus gain access to the university studies they want.

At the end of Year 13, students sit the internationally recognised A Level examinations and the A Levels they need for university entrance. The school then validates their A Levels. With this personalised program of studies, our students can gain access to Spanish or international universities.

The PCE tests are recommended for students who wish to improve their university entrance marks. They are exams conducted by UNED asiss  in order to assess students’ competence in specific subjects and at LES we offer individual and group guidance so that students know the pathway to follow and the plan to develop. At LES we offer a wide range of PCE subjects to suit different career paths.

When students are considering their career options, they need accurate and comprehensive information. The Careers Department at the British College Alicante provides a program of courses and activities which will enable them to make informed choices related to their further education and employment. The department works in partnership with parents, the local community, and industry specialists. We use a wide range of complementary workshops and seminars designed to make the students think independently and to develop their creativity. This builds confidence and self-esteem and extends their social skills.

University

Many of our students opt to continue their studies at University and we have structured our A Level program to offer the best opportunities for them to do so.

We host an annual University Fair and we typically welcome around 35 Universities from across Spain and throughout the world. Links to attending Universities can be found below.

Should you have any questions surrounding University applications, process or placements please contact our Head of VI Form Maria Wickman.

Careers Fair

LAUDE, The Lady Elizabeth Secondary School Annual Careers Fair is a wonderful opportunity for students to gain an insight into a career which they may be interested in. These sessions are proving to be a huge success and are aimed primarily at students in Year 9 and 11, when important subject and career choices need to be made. It is also open to Year 12 and Year 13 students to attend, as they often find the delegates interesting and inspiring.

The Fair is designed to give students the opportunity to meet with professionals to discover more various career paths. They are able to get a first-hand account of a particular field and obtain lots of relevant information about a career that interests them. Many of our delegates bring equipment and materials which are used in their profession and students can look and try this equipment to get a more practical insight into what a career may offer.

We have extended the invitation to parents to attend the event as well, as we feel that it is just as important for parents to have the chance to meet with delegates from such a wide range of professions to discuss possible career choices for their children.

Workshops and Activities

Support and guidance is provided to students in a variety of ways, such as:

– Careers interviews give the student advice and help when trying to decide on future career choices.
– Skills workshops increase the knowledge and intellectual development of the student, covering topics such as:

• presentation skills
• interview techniques
• problem solving
• team work
• communication skills
• time management

The Mentoring Program for Year 7 students  is another resource that is run by Year 13 students and incorporates teamwork, communication skills, etc.