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In order to join the Sixth Form, the expectation is that students achieve at least six 9-5 grades at GCSE / IGCSE including Maths and English Language. For many subjects, students will also need to achieve at least a grade 6 at GCSE in the subjects they wish to study at AS level (in some cases grade 7 is required). Decisions about entry to the Sixth Form are never based solely on a student’s academic profile. Before being invited to join the Sixth Form, we consider an individual’s contribution to school life, behavioural record and ability to benefit from two years of study in our environment. A strong commitment to sport, drama, art or an extra-curricular pursuit, such as participation in the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Scheme or Model United Nations (MUN), are weighed in the balance; alongside work ethic, progress and the positive demeanour which are the hallmark of a successful BISR Sixth Former.
In the case of internal candidates senior school staff will be paying great attention to the above factors. Year 11 students will be invited to apply for a place in Sixth Form during Year 11. Confirmation of a place in the Sixth Form will be given within 3 days of the GCSE results day.
In order to gain admission, students need to achieve a minimum of six GCSEs / IGCSEs at grade 5 or above. Each subject also has its own, subject specific entry requirements, these can be found below.
Students must achieve at least 33 points in their six best GCSE results. This should also include a minimum of grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English Language. We do not consider mother tongue language GCSEs as part of the point count.
The point calculations are as follows:
In some instances, students who do not gain at least a grade 5 in Year 11 in English Language or in Mathematics will be allowed to enter the Sixth Form if all other requirements are met; each student will be treated on a case by case basis. Such students will be required to retake the appropriate examination. A high number of GCSE grade 5 (and no higher) is not a good foundation for Sixth Form study.
Students have the option of studying four subjects at AS level if they achieve a minimum of 44 points in their six best GCSE results.
External applicants - External applicants to the Sixth Form will usually be considered if they obtain grades 9-7 in all of their GCSE (or equivalent) subjects. The exception to this is UK or Dutch Passport holders transferring from schools outside of Riyadh, who will be subject to the same academic requirements as internal candidates (above).
Equivalent academic qualifications from countries other than the UK will be considered, however the BTEC First qualification is not eligible for inclusion in the GCSE requirement for entry onto the A level programme. Candidates who do not hold GCSEs, IGCSEs or O levels before entering the Sixth Form at BISR may be required to take subject specific tests before being registered on particular A level courses, to ensure that they have the basic subject knowledge required for success at this level. In addition to the above requirements and excellent references, external candidates will be invited to interview (either at BISR or via Google Meet).
In addition to achieving 33 points the following grades are required to register for an A level individual subject:
^A Levels Entry Requirements 22-23.docxAll of these entry requirements are in place to ensure that students have a good chance of success on their chosen courses.
Progression from Y12 to Y13:
It should be noted that passage from Year 12 into Year 13 is not automatic. Year 12 students must show the expected commitment to their studies and demonstrate appropriate academic progress in their chosen A level courses. Students will not be allowed to continue with an A level subject if they score lower than a D grade at AS or in the equivalent internal examination. Students will carry three subjects to A2 unless they achieve very high grades at AS ( A grades in all four subjects). All students must have an appropriate academic offering in Y13 to ensure progression to Higher Education. Sixth Form students will be required to adhere to the School’s expectations for Sixth Form study and the Sixth Form Code of Conduct. The acceptance of a place in the Sixth Form at BISR implies acceptance of these principles and rules by both students and parents. Please refer to our website for further information on acceptance to and progression within the Sixth Form at BISR.
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