Collingham follows a linear exam format with coursework. This can be done as a normal two-year programme or an intensive one-year course. Small class sizes and a focus on exam technique help prepare the student for the exams. Classes are taken in two-hour blocks enabling the teacher to go through the required material and then go over worked examples in class, ensuring that the student has understood what has been covered.
The small class size (maximum nine) means the tutor is able to give a great deal of personal attention to each student. It also helps promote an atmosphere where student input, in the form of class discussions and debates, is encouraged.
Retakes: Students can retake Mathematics and English. The Mathematics exam is set in November, the English in January