Studying

GCSE and A-level

Lancing College structures its academic pathway from Year 3 through Sixth Form, building foundational skills while helping students explore their interests. The GCSE program emphasizes core learning abilities and broad subject understanding, which enables informed choices when selecting specialized courses. By Year 4, English, mathematics, sciences, and religious studies become compulsory, while additional subjects align with individual preferences and strengths. As students transition to Sixth Form, the school provides personalized guidance to help them finalize their A-level selections.

The curriculum spans diverse disciplines: the arts include fine art, drama, and music; sciences cover biology, chemistry, and physics; humanities encompass history, geography, and religious studies; modern languages feature French, Spanish, German, and Latin; plus design technology and computer science. This range accommodates different academic abilities, interests, and aspirations.

Academic Enrichment at Lancing College

Lancing College maintains a robust enrichment program that primarily serves Sixth Form students, though many opportunities welcome all ages. This initiative continues the institution’s tradition of fostering creative and intellectual individualism—a legacy that has shaped generations of students. The Debating Society, established in 1864, exemplifies how these pursuits endure. Rather than functioning as mere extracurriculars, these activities form an integral part of preparing students for lifelong intellectual engagement and curiosity.

The post-GCSE Sixth Form enrichment program develops, challenges, and inspires students through research projects, academic seminars, societies, and lectures. It creates a collaborative environment where ideas circulate freely and initiative flourishes. One notable opportunity involves younger Sixth Form students producing extended essays that question orthodox thinking. This project, alongside the Scholars program, shapes character while preparing students for future academic endeavors—including those pursuing Oxbridge, who receive tailored preparation and support.

Lancing College values independent thinking and learning throughout its curriculum, which encourages initiative and creativity. From Year 3, students attend “Learning to Learn” sessions that establish foundations for autonomous research. This approach permeates the entire program as subjects promote independent thought through various projects and assessments. Meanwhile, extracurricular activities further develop these skills by offering diverse societies and clubs that satisfy different interests and foster intellectual growth.