Art A Level

Applications Open - 1st November 2025

Applications Close - 15th December 2025

Entry Requirements - Candidates are required to obtain a minimum of 35 points from their best six GCSE subjects or equivalent (in the view of the School).

• Points will be on a 1-9 point scale, where Grade 1=1 and 2=2 etc.

• Candidates must also obtain at least a Grade 5 in English and Maths at GCSE or equivalent (in the view of the School).

Candidates must meet the specific requirements for each A Level course they wish to study as published in the 2025 Sixth Form Prospectus, which will be available on the website.

How to Apply - Do not apply through Kent Choices. Please apply via Cranbrook School Website using the following link: https://www.cranbrookschool.co.uk/admissions/sixth-form-admissions/

The Art course at Cranbrook School has a proven track record for producing outstanding Art, as well as a reputation for pupils securing places at the finest Art Colleges in England. The course has been thoughtfully designed to challenge students’ perceptions of Art in its broadest sense and to build their confidence as an Artist. Pupils are introduced to key practitioners, both historical and contemporary, in order to gain a classical understanding from which to create meaning. Stimuli for pupils’ artistic responses are gathered from independent research, which is integral to being a successful art student. All pupils receive a bespoke pathway that encourages them to take creative risks and there are no restrictions on what students can explore as a theme in their Personal Investigation. The aim is for students to respond in a highly personal way and to be secure in their understanding. Workshops and gallery visits support Pupil’s study of Art over the two years of the course.

Minimum Grade 6 in GCSE Art

According to Government figures in 2022, the creative industries contributed £124bn to the UK economy and is ‘growing at twice the rate of the economy’. This is testament to the strong tradition we as a nation have of innovation and creativity. There are realistic opportunities to pursue careers in the creative industry if students wish to do so. Art supports student’s ability to think creatively and solve problems imaginatively. Art is recognised by all Universities and will support you in your application even if you do not intend to study art after A Level.