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Year 12 Transition Work 2026

At GCS Sixth, we aim for students to attain the best academic outcomes. The step up from GCSE to A-Level is significant, with students expected to become self-regulating independent learners.

To support this journey our specialist teachers have created bespoke preparation work for all our incoming Year 12 students. You can find this below.

Please be aware that if you are trying to access these whilst abroad we have been advised of issues, so please contact jphillips@guildfordcounty.co.uk and she will email them to you directly instead.

Study checklist for September:

  • Download the transition work for your chosen subjects.
  • Spent c.10 hours per subject, completing the activities set.
  • Bring the work to your first lesson in September.
  • You will be tested on the content of the Transition Work within the first three lessons to check your knowledge and understanding. Ensure you have committed the material to memory.

Study Skills

Please download both of these files.

Study Skills
Introduction to VESPA

 

 

Ancient History

Ancient-History

Art

Please download both of these files.

Art
Artists-to-combine-together

 

 

Biology

Biology

 

Business

Business

Chemistry

Chemistry

Computer Science

Computer Science

 

Drama and Theatre Studies

Drama and Theatre Studies

Economics

Economics

English Language

English Language

English Literature

English Literature

French

French

Further Maths

Further Maths

Geography

Geography

German

German

Government and Politics

Politics

Graphics

Graphics

History

Please download all of these files.

History

History - England in 1485 (textbook-pages)

History - Henry VII transition article

History - McPherson Reading Civil War

Latin

Latin

Law

Law

Maths

Maths

 

Media Studies

Media Studies

Music

Music

Music Technology

Music Technology

 

PE

PE

Philosophy

Philosophy

Photography

Please download all of these files.

Photography

Photography - Altered Viewpoints Photographers

Photography - vocabulary

Photography What camera will I need

Physics

Physics

Product Design

Product Design

Psychology

Psychology

Sociology

Sociology

Spanish

Spanish

Textiles

Textiles

News

26th June 2026

Proposed Crossing outside Guildford County School - Road Safety Consultation

The safety of our students, staff and wider community is always a key priority and this proposed crossing has the potential to make a significant difference to the safety of everyone travelling to and from school. We would be extremely grateful if you could take a few moments to scan the QR code on the attached poster and complete the consultation. It is vital that as many members of our school community as possible share their views so that Surrey County Council can fully understand the importance of this proposal. The consultation closes on Friday 24th July 2026, so please do respond before this date. Read Full Article
21st August 2025

GCSE Results 2025

Guildford County School Celebrates Superb Results at GCSE Level Guildford County School is proud to present our GCSE results as we celebrate with our outgoing Year 11 class of 2025. We are absolutely thrilled to be able to report that a third of all of our grades were at 7, 8 or 9, with 2 thirds of all grades at what is termed a ‘strong pass’ at GCSE – that is grade 5 or above. Individual subjects tell a story of excellence too – Mathematics report over 40% of all grades at a grade 7 or above; a similar story has played out in History with just under 40% at grade 7 or above; and, as a Music Specialist College, we are delighted to announce that 50% of all Music GCSE grades were also at a grade 7 or above. All told, this places our students in an incredibly strong position to enter our Sixth Form provision and we cannot wait to welcome both them and a raft of external applicants to join us in September.  They will arrive in a Sixth Form that has just secured the best results in our history, with 3 of our outgoing Year 13 students securing places to study at Oxford; 7 students securing places to read medicine; 5 students being awarded places to read Law; and 1 being offered a place at Musical Conservatoire.  All of this alongside a range of high quality apprenticeships, gap years and other professional opportunities. For students and families considering where to study for A levels, both our GCSE and A Level results underline why Guildford County Sixth Form is such a strong choice.  We offer a track record of exceptional teaching, personalised support and a vibrant, ambitious learning community that equips students to excel in any path that they choose. This year’s success is all the more remarkable given the challenges that this cohort faced earlier in their education due to the pandemic.  Our students have shown determination, resilience and a commitment to excellence that will serve them well in the years ahead.  The results also reflect the strength of partnership between our school, our families and our wider community and the unwavering dedication of our outstanding staff. We are especially proud of our top performing students, all of whom averaged at least a grade 8 across all subjects.  For their exceptional results, our special recognition goes to: Iris Isabelle Charlotte Oliver Hayden Samuel India – 9 GCSEs at grade 9 and 1 at grade 8 Samuel Daisy – 9 GCSEs at grade 9 and 1 at grade 8 Jagoda Freya Katy – 10 GCSEs at grade 9 Karina – 9 GCSEs at grade 9 and 1 at grade 8 Isu – 9 GCSEs at grade 9 and 1 at grade 8 Caitlin Steve Smith, Headteacher at Guildford County School, said “We are really pleased with the results our students have achieved today.  A third of all grades being awarded in the top band of grades 7-9 is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of our student and staff community.  Following exceptional results at A level last week, we now look forward to welcoming not only internal applicants, but also many new external students into our Year 12 provision.  Aside from our Year 11 students, we also want to make special mention today of the 15 students in Years 9 and 10 who took Heritage Language GCSEs and achieved grade 9s; an amazing achievement for them all.” Guildford County Sixth Form is now welcoming applications for September 2025.  With a proven record of academic excellence and a commitment to helping every student realise their potential, there has never been a better time to join our thriving community.Read Full Article
14th August 2025

A Level Results 2025

Guildford County Sixth Form Celebrates Best A Level Results in School History Guildford County School is proud to announce that this summer’s A level results are the best in our history – by a significant margin.  At 40%, close to half of all grades awarded were at A* or A, placing our students among the very top performers nationally and opening doors to some of the most competitive and prestigious university places and apprenticeship opportunities available. For students and families considering where to study for A levels, these results underline why Guildford County Sixth Form is such a strong choice.  We offer a track record of exceptional teaching, personalised support and a vibrant, ambitious learning community that equips students to excel in any path that they choose. This year’s success is all the more remarkable given the challenges this cohort faced earlier in their education due to the pandemic.  Our students have shown determination, resilience and a commitment to excellence that will serve them well in the years ahead.  The results also reflect the strength of partnership between our school, our families and our wider community and the unwavering dedication of our outstanding staff. We are especially proud of our top-performing students: Hayden Cheung – 4 A* grades in Maths, Further Maths, Chemistry, and Physics Isobel Kirkwood – 3 A* grades in Biology, History, and Psychology Joseph Readhead – 3 A* grades in Biology, Chemistry, and Maths William Rees – 3 A* grades and 1 A in Maths, Further Maths, Physics, and Chemistry Rose Shaw – 3 A* grades in History, Maths, and Sociology Emma Shepherd – 3 A* grades in Maths, Further Maths, and Physics Ethan Siu – 3 A* grades in Further Maths, Chemistry, and Maths Daisy Usherwood – 3 A* grades in Maths, Further Maths, and German Reuben Wheeler – 3 A* grades in Chemistry, Economics, and Maths Taha Khan – 2 A* grades and 2 A grades in Maths, Further Maths, Biology, and Chemistry Beyond individual successes, 3 of our students have secured places to study at Oxford; 7 students have secured places to read medicine; 1 has been offered a place at Musical Conservatoire.  All of this alongside a range of high-quality apprenticeships, gap years and other professional opportunities. Headteacher Steve Smith said: “These results are a proud moment in the history of our school.  They show that with the right support, high expectations and a community that works together, our young people can achieve at the very highest level.  For anyone considering their next step after GCSEs, Guildford County Sixth Form offers the teaching, environment and opportunities to succeed.” Guildford County Sixth Form is now welcoming applications for September 2025.  With a proven record of academic excellence and a commitment to helping every student realise their potential, there has never been a better time to join our thriving community.  Read Full Article
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