GCSE COURSES 2023-25

I AM DELIGHTED TO INTRODUCE OUR GCSE CURRICULUM FOR 2022-23.

Our aim is to offer a broad and balanced curriculum to our pupils, and in Year 10 some subjects remain compulsory - the ‘core’ curriculum - while the others become a matter of personal choice - the ‘options’. In the core curriculum pupils study English and English Literature, Mathematics, a modern language (French or Spanish), and the three sciences.

In addition to the core subjects, pupils are timetabled for three option subjects which they can choose from the list overleaf (see page 3). We do our very best to accommodate the options choices of our pupils to ensure that they are studying the subjects that are appropriate for them. Pupils and parents are encouraged to discuss particular issues concerning their son/daughter’s option choices, in the first instance, with their Form Tutor.

It is important to us that we develop well-rounded individuals. Our PSHE programme ensures that all pupils are prepared for their academic studies through the development of research and revision techniques. We also cover areas such as building relationships and the importance of using technology responsibly. All students are also timetabled to have one afternoon of Games each week.

I look forward to supporting our pupils as they embark on their GCSEs with us.

Mr Alex Hartley, Deputy Head (Academic)