A-level college
What does A-level mean?
Advantage level
What is the average size of a public school class?
25 students
How many % of schools in England wears uniforms?
90%
What happens if you don't go to college?
you are more likely to get a low paid job
What is the maximum GPA?
4.0
How long of a period is an A-level usually studied for?
Two-year period
What is the main difference between public and private schools?
Their funding and administration
How many times are people from BME background more likely to get excluded?
Three times more likely
What are the two ways of getting into college?
You can either pay or get a scholarship
What does GPA stand for?
Grade point average
How many A-levels do you study?
usually 3-4
What is the cost of private schools each year?
It can range between €5000 to €25000
Why did Melanie dissapear?
She got too overwhelmed with facing opportunities she’ll never have the chance to get.
How do you get a scholarship
They have to get a high GPA or play sports on an advanced level
What is GPA used for?
applying to scholarships, joining clubs, graduating, applying to other schools
In what countries do you study A-levels?
England, Whales and Northern Ireland
What is the benefits of private schools?
Higher standards, higher college-going rates and it helps above average students suceed
Why do they wear uniforms?
To show that everyone is equal and to stop the kids from worrying about what to wear each day plus parents don't have to shop for expensive and varied clothes for their children to keep up with or show-off to other children
At what age to what age do they go to primary and secondary education?
5 years old to 16 years old
Why is GPA calculated to two decimal places?
To ensure international comparability
What does universities partly base their admissions offers on?
A-level grades
What is the benefits of public schools
Greater diversity, teachers are certified by the state, which requires a certain level of training.
Teachers from BME background experience...
...everyday racism, discrimination, harassment, lack of pay progress and being held back from promotion and headship.
How many main parts is the UK education system divided into? (name them all)
Four main parts: primary education, secondary education, further education and higher education.
Name all of the UK degree classifications
First-Class Honours (70% and above)
Upper Second-Class Honours (60-70%)
Lower Second-Class Honours (50-60%)
Third-Class Honours (40-50%)