Students in Key Stage 3 follow the MYP curriculum. The current KS3 curriculum model comprises the core subjects of Maths, English and Science (which form just under 50% of the timetable), Modern Foreign Languages, Food Technology, Technology, Art, History, Geography, Computing and PE. They also study Performing Arts which includes Drama, Music and Music Technology. The Key Stage 3 curriculum also includes discrete lessons for personal, social, health and citizenship education (PSHCE). The range of trips and visits to complement the curriculum experience are detailed in the drop-down tab below.
The teaching of British Values is incorporated within all subjects but especially in PSHCE, History, Geography and English. The PSHCE curriculum also includes careers, sex and relationships and drug and alcohol education. RE is also delivered in Year 7 and 8 and then through the PSHCE curriculum in Year 9.
Class allocations in Key Stage 3 are created based on prior attainment data and are reviewed after each assessment point throughout the academic year; changes can be made to ensure that students are in the group best suited to their needs.
The core curriculum for students in Years 10 and 11 covers Maths, English Language, English Literature and Science (which form just over 50% of the timetable), History/Geography and core PE (non-examined). Our evolving curriculum also sees the majority of students in KS4 studying Spanish. We also offer students the chance to study either the Trilogy Science course as an option which incorporates a blend of Chemistry, Physics and Biology or the Discrete Triple course which delivers 3 GCSE qualifications; one for each of the sciences.
The range of trips and visits to complement the curriculum experience continues to grow and develop.
In addition, students choose their individual pathway through the options process. Subjects are chosen from a range of GCSE and BTEC qualifications, all selected carefully to ensure they offer variety and currency to allow them to progress into Post-16 study and beyond.
Students choose 2 options from the list below and one of History or Geography:
- Art
- Business Studies
- BTEC Sport
- GCSE PE
- Computer Science
- Hospitality and Catering
- Geography
- Media Studies
- History
- Music
- Engineering
- Drama
The teaching of British values is incorporated within all subjects but especially in History, Geography and English. The PSHCE curriculum, including careers, sex and relationships, and drug and alcohol education is delivered through a one hour per fortnight taught lesson and through a series of theme days and curriculum events at different points throughout the academic year. Religious Education is also delivered in KS4 through focus days.
Students can choose from over 15 Level 3 courses in Key Stage 5, in both academic and vocational pathways.
IB Diploma Subjects
- English Language & Literature
- Mathematics Analysis & Interpretations
- Global Politics
- History
- Geography
- Psychology
Vocational Subjects
- Medical Science
- Business Studies
- Information Technology
- Sports (Single)
- Creative Digital Media
IBCP Core
- Language & Cultural Studies
- Reflective Project
- Personal and Professional Skills
- Community Engagement
