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You
can request an application form and brochure online
or contact our Admissions Office.
To apply for
the International Baccalaureate Diploma course you will need to
send the following:
1. A completed
application form
2. Copies of grades or reports for your last two years of study
3. Evidence of your level of English if you are not a native speaker
4. Four recent passport-size photographs
5. A £50 registration fee
Academic
Interview
This is an essential part of the application for all students. It
can take place at any stage in the procedure and may, in certain
circumstances, be by telephone if travel to St. Clare's is impossible.
Contact our Admissions
Office for an appointment.
Frequently
Asked Questions
1. How does the IB Diploma differ from A level?
The IB Diploma has considerably more depth and breadth than the
A level programme, with wide-ranging subject study, theory of knowledge
and activities: a thorough preparation for university which does
not limit subject choice.
2. Is it
possible to complete the IB Diploma in one year?
No. The IB Diploma is a full two-year academic programme.
3. Is St.
Clare's residential?
Mainly yes. Our day students live with their parents, within a sensible
travelling distance, but most students live in our own
houses, within easy walking distance of the main College.
4. Is there
weekly boarding?
Yes. A few students choose to weekly board.
5. Are there
fixed homework times?
No. Students are expected to take responsibility for organising
their own work timetable: an excellent preparation for university
life.
6.
What is there to do in the evenings and at weekends?
Students may choose from a wide range of up to 60 social and sporting
activities available weekday evenings and weekends, from photography
to salsa dance, football to refugee support, international affairs
to conservation volunteering, horse riding to rock climbing, caving
to guitar lessons. Our Activities Department run a full
range of activities, sports and trips.
7. How often
can I go away at weekends?
We recommend no more than four weekends per term and you may choose
to go away less as there is so much on offer here.
8. Are sports
compulsory?
As part of the CAS programme of the IB Diploma students must participate
in an 'action' which may be sport, dance, aerobics, etc. There is
a wide range of activities to choose
from - we find that students always find one that interests them.
9. When does
the academic year begin and end?
It begins at the end of August and ends in May/June. Term dates
can be seen here.
10. When
are the holidays?
There is a ten-day break in October, three-week break in December,
four days in February and two weeks in April. Term dates can be
seen here.
11. How do
I obtain textbooks?
Textbooks can be bought through the College library - the cost can
be charged to your student account.
12. Do I
need to bring a computer?
No. However, you might find it useful to bring your laptop with
you if you have one. It can be used for writing reports and preparing
presentations. Make sure you bring an adapter for UK electricity
at 240 v and that you have suitable insurance cover.
13. How much
pocket money do I need?
£40-£50 per week is adequate
14. Is there
a uniform?
No. Student dress is casual in class and on the weekends but you
might wish to bring some formal outfits for parties and special
occasions.
15. Do you
offer scholarships or bursaries?
Yes we do. Please find out more here.
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