ACADEMICALLY PURPOSEFUL
Years 7 & 8 (KS3)
In Years 10 and 11, students follow the two-year GCSE programme and typically study ten subjects which must include English Literature, English Language, Mathematics, one Modern Language and three Science subjects selected from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Computer Science. Students choose a further three subjects which may include a fourth Science; a second Modern Language; a Creative Arts subject; another from the Humanities; or Business Studies, which is only available from Year 10. With no set option blocks, students have the flexibility to pursue their individual academic interests and talents. Years 10 & 11 (GCSE)
move up through the school. In addition to the core subjects of English, Mathematics, and Science, students study Geography, History, Religious Education, French, Mandarin, Latin, Art, Drama, Music, and Computing. In Years 7 and 8, students study a wide range of subjects, which enables them to make informed choices on exam options as they Students continue with the core subjects but now study the three classical sciences separately. Students begin their GCSE studies in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics in Year 9 to allow plenty of time for practical investigation. Students must also select one Humanities subject, one Modern Foreign Language, and one Creative Arts subject, but are free to choose their remaining options. Year 9 (KS3)
Years 12 & 13 ( A Level ) On completing their GCSEs, students continue their academic journey in the Sixth Form where they further narrow down their subject choices on the A level programme. While many students will study four A level subjects in Year 12, some may choose to focus on three in Year 13. Students are guided to select the best combination of subjects depending on their strengths and interests, as well as their university and career aspirations. With no set subject combinations, students benefit from a personalised timetable built around their subject choices, and can choose from a wide range of disciplines, including many new subjects not offered at GCSE.
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