Options

Good grades in any subject at GCSE or beyond are equally demanding.  We know that different subjects nurture and challenge a variety of skills.  It is therefore important that the subjects chosen to study over the next two years match students’ interests and skill sets.  We are here to support you through this process.   

Academic review and transition days are set at the end of year 9, and learners are provided with a detailed brochure outlining courses and options. Learners are given time and space to review, reflect and make their final decisions when they return from the summer break during the structured conversation reviews.  

Alongside the core subjects, learners will study a combination of PE, Art, RE, Construction and History  

Learners should:

  • Choose subjects you are interested in, enjoy and will be good at.
  • Keep a broad range in your choices
  • Research any future careers and requirements before choosing. 

Learners should not:

  • Choose a subject because you think it might be ‘easy’ – very few are when you study them for an examination
  • Choose a subject because your friend is in – you may end up in different groups. 

It is important for students to consider their path for the future when choosing their examination subjects. Some students may have a definite career in mind, while others may just be at the beginning stages of considering likes/dislikes. Our curriculum offer enables students to follow a balanced and wide curriculum, and students can choose to specialise later when they enter further education. 

Please note that Option subjects are studied in addition to the five compulsory subjects – English, Maths, Double Science, Core PE, and PSHE 

Art, PE, Construction, RE, History  

See the Subject page for further information on each subject. 

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