The Importance of Early Planning
for IGCSE and A-Level
Choosing the right IGCSE and A-Level
subjects is one of the most
critical decisions in a
student’s academic journey.
These choices not only shape their
future studies but also
impact their career paths
and university admissions.
That’s why early planning is essential.
It gives students the time
to explore their passions,
build on their strengths,
and align their academic choices
with their long-term goals.
Harrow Shenzhen Options Fair
Jessica Pooley-Litt
Head of Upper School, Harrow Shenzhen
“We are excited to welcome some of our parents into school for the Options Fair. This is a valuable opportunity for parents and students to explore potential IGCSE and A-Level pathways, visit lessons, and have meaningful discussions about their future choices.”
For Year 9~11 students, the options fair focused on critical decision-making through interactive modules.
Curriculum Lectures: Faculty panels and the university guidance team decoded the “subject-specialisation-university admissions” pipeline, emphasising interdisciplinary synergies.
Classroom Observations: Parents gained firsthand insight into Harrow Shenzhen’s super-curriculum through live lessons.
Options Fair: Senior students and teachers shared discipline-specific insights, guiding younger peers and parents through the nuances of subject selection.
Sammy
Year 12
“As a volunteer for A-level Biology, I have been answering questions based on my personal experience. Most of the inquiries are general, such as the difficulty of the content, the amount of testing, and the workload required to obtain a good grade. On the other hand, some Year 11 students are also thinking more deeply. Since their A-level subjects are highly relevant to their future studies at university, one frequently asked question was, “If I am interested in biology, should I choose it even though I may not want to study biology at university?” Overall, I believe the options fair is an excellent opportunity for students to consider their potential futures.”
Vincent
Year 11
“During the options fair, where students can explore additional information about their subjects of interest, I visited the booths for physics, chemistry, and economics to inquire about A-levels. The educators and senior students were exceptionally accommodating; they patiently addressed my questions and provided detailed guidance on A-level selections. Additionally, the university guidance team assisted me in understanding which colleges align with my aspirations and the potential career paths I should consider.”
At Harrow Shenzhen, we believe that the key to future academic success lies in personalised pathways that align with each student’s unique strengths and aspirations. Our one-on-one consultations with academic tutors and housemasters ensure that every student makes well-informed, future-ready choices.
The Harrow Edge for
Future Academic Success
Harrow Shenzhen is expanding its academic frontiers to match student ambition.
Academic Expansion: New A-Level offerings in Business Studies, English Literature, and Further Mathematics.
A-Level Options
Art and Design
Business Studies
Computing
English Literature
History
Further
Mathematics
Music
Drama
Biology
Chemistry
Economics
Geography
Mathematics
Chinese Language
and Literature
Physics
IGCSE Options
Art
Business Studies
Drama
Economics
History
Physical Education
World Literature
Mathematics
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Geography
Music
Physics
English
Chinese
Cutting-Edge Innovation: Our new Tech Centre and EdTech initiatives equip students with the tools to succeed in the digital world.
Global Admissions Edge: Our first graduating class received 100+ offers from elite universities. They also secured RMB 2 million in scholarships, excelling in fiercely competitive fields such as Aerospace Engineering, Psychology, and Math.
The Harrow Difference: We don’t
believe in cookie-cutter achievers.
Instead, we create personalised pathways
that unlock each student’s potential.
These pathways are rooted in
the British curriculum, yet innovatively
adapted for global success.
Let’s shape a future of
limitless possibilities together!
Harrow Shenzhen extends the warmest of welcomes to all prospective parents and pupils at its Open Events. You will have the chance to meet key staff, visit our outstanding facilities, interact with current pupils and see for yourselves just what makes our School so different.
Please find the upcoming dates of our events below:
Event : Early Years Centre Open Events
Date : 9:30am – 11:00am, Wednesday
Event : Pre-prep & Upper School Open events
Date : 9:30am – 11:00am, Friday
