Senior School
The range of choices today for young people at sixteen can seem bewildering.
At BST students are prepared for further study in universities around the world and for their future life. The Senior School at BST provides an environment where students receive direction whilst being given opportunities for independence both through their studies and in their contributions to the school and the wider community.
Although BST is currently running the UK A Level system, this is being phased out, with our last A-Level cohort running from 2024- 2026.
BST is currently a candidate school* for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), working towards becoming an authorised IB World School for students of Year 12 and Year 13.
As well as academic success – you can read about our examination results – what happens outside the classroom is of great importance. BST provides a holistic education to produce well rounded young adults.
A full enrichment programme is offered and this provides an opportunity to develop personalities, leadership skills, community spirit and self-confidence. There are abundant opportunities to participate and compete in Music, Drama, Sport, Service and other activities.
The BST Outdoors programme is a unique feature of our educational provision and all students go on both a summer and winter trip to the Japanese Alps. Being involved in the life of BST, taking responsibility and maximising the opportunities for personal development is central to the life of a BST Senior School student. This is reflected in the mature attitude of our students, both academically and socially, and how they carry out their duties as prefects.
Starting from August 2024, BST will be offering BTEC Level 3 in Enterprise and Sport. These courses have been selected to complement our existing A-Level offerings, providing a robust and varied curriculum that caters to the diverse interests and career aspirations of our students.
We also aim to prepare students for later life and have support for university applications and careers including a Work Experience programme and various seminars and lectures on a vast range of topics.
Please come and visit us by booking a tour on which you will be able to meet some of our students. I’m sure you will be impressed with them and what the school has to offer.
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* Only schools authorised by the IB Organization can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP), or the Career-related Programme (CP). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorisation will be granted. For more information, visit www.ibo.org
Secondary School Profile
(Open in PDF)
Senior School Options Booklet
For Year 12-13 (Open in PDF)
