At LEH International School Foshan, we believe that every student has the potential to achieve greatness, and our Pre-A Level Programme (PAL) is designed to help them do just that. This one-year intensive programme is a challenging and rewarding learning experience that is designed to prepare you for the demands of the rigorous A Level Programme and beyond. The Pre-A Level coordinator will be their English teacher as well as the first point of contact for support and advice for both Parents and students.
Who is the Pre-A Level
Programme (PAL) for?
Catering specifically to students aged 15 and above who have not completed the two-year IGCSE programme before, this PAL programme helps them to improve their English language skills and build the essential foundations required for A Level courses. An important advantage of our PAL programme is that it serves as an effective bridging programme for students who are unfamiliar with the British Curriculum, facilitating a seamless transition to Sixth Form.
The PAL curriculum will offer students experience of some of the following subjects:
Art, Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Science, Design & Technology, English, English as a Second Language, Geography, History, Mathematics, Music, Physics, The International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Global Perspectives, Economics and Business Studies
Our experienced and dedicated subject teachers and tutors are passionate about their subjects and committed to helping students achieve their full potential, providing personalised feedback and support every step of the way.
PAL Tutor & Head of Art & Design Faculty
"The Pre-A level programme gives students a good grounding in the British Education curriculum and allows students to experience a range of subjects so that they can choose what they would like to study for examination in year 12 and 13. The course gives them time to adapt to the British Educational approach, which is often very different to what they have been used to. Our approach nurtures each students’ individual talents and needs. They are fully supported by our PAL coordinator with their pastoral needs and our approach helps build their confidence and sense of self."
Our Pre-A Level Programme is not just about academic excellence. It's also about developing important life skills and personal qualities that will help students succeed in university and in life. Through extracurricular activities like music, art, sports, and drama, as well as leadership and community service projects, students have the opportunity to build important skills like teamwork, communication, and problem-solving.
The PAL student performed in the school production the Wizard of Oz.
Pre-A Level students are warmly welcomed to participate in various Sixth Form activities, including career and mindset workshops, where they can interact with our experienced Sixth Form students and benefit from valuable guidance on career and university pathways. Through these workshops, Pre-A Level students gain a clear understanding of their future journey and are well-prepared to embark on their academic and professional pursuits.
"All students will need to become independent learners, motivated and prepared to work hard, be focused and learn the work presented to them. Students are treated as young adults and as such they are responsible for their own actions; they are preparing for university so I would hope to see them engage fully in school life inside and outside of the classroom. They are expected to be role models for the rest of the school and that should be evident in their dress, their behaviour around school, and by their study habits."
In order to provide you with deeper insights into our Pre-A Level Programme, we conducted interviews with Ms Hayward and some of our students. Here is what they had to say.
Ms Hayward:
The Pre-A Level students are motivated learners and enjoy their lessons. They have made huge progress in their English Language skills, written and verbal, as well as their subject knowledge skills. They have adapted quickly to the British education system and are now confident students able to contribute to class discussions and the school community. They have developed good friendship groups and enjoy life at LEH Foshan.
Student Ye:
My English skills have improved significantly, and I now feel more confident having English conversations with my classmates and teachers. Furthermore, my science knowledge has also improved, thanks to my teachers' help in expanding my vocabulary.
Student Steven:
I think the Pre-A level lessons are difficult but interesting. My English has improved thanks to my teachers. Mathematics is the most challenging subject and I practise a lot to get better at it.
At LEH International School Foshan, we are passionate about empowering our students to realise their full potential. With our inspiring curriculum, experienced teachers, and the emphasis on personal growth and development, the Pre-A Level Programme is created to help students, regardless of their academic backgrounds, to flourish and achieve their future academic and personal aspirations.
