GCSE Options Evening Presentation
Ms Sarchet Vice Principal: Curriculum
Welcome to GCSE Options Evening The aim of the evening is: • To understand what curriculum or subjects I will be studying for the next two years • To find out what each subject involves and how it will help me in the future • To know how to complete my GCSE Options Form and when to hand it in
The English Baccalaureate The Ebacc is a group of important subjects which are regarded as a useful foundation for future academic study and career options. These include: ● English Language & Literature ● Maths ● Science (Separate Science or Combined Science) ● French or Spanish ● Geography or History
At least 75% of students follow the full Ebacc curriculum. Almost all students take at least four Ebacc subjects.
The curriculum
GCSE Options Guide 2022 • Planning for the future • Pathways explained • GCSE Options choices • Course outlines The booklet can be found at www.thecityacademy.org Parents > GCSE Options
Completing your GCSE Options Form Please ensure you complete your google form in full and submit by Friday 29th April You will need to know: • The pathway you will follow • Whether you will study history or geography • 1st, 2nd and 3rd choices in the option columns • The form opens Thursday 21st April
Pathways explained The academy offers four distinct pathways: Pathway
Curriculum
Extended
EBacc + separate science + 2 options (Latin offered)
Academic
EBacc + combined science + 2 options (Latin offered)
Core
4 Ebacc subjects + combined science + 3 options (vocational courses offered)
Foundation
English, maths, science, level 1 language option + Prince’s Trust + 3 options (vocational courses offered)
Step 1: Select your Pathway You will find out what Pathway we recommend at Y9 Parent Day, Wednesday 20 April
Step 2: Choose a humanity All students apart from Foundation students choose a humanity
Step 3: Option Block 1 You should indicate a 1st, 2nd & 3rd Preference for Options 1 & 2. Most students will get their 1st preference for each option.
Step 4: Option Block 2 Latin Academic & Extended Pathways only. It is not recommended that you choose Art & Textiles.
Step 5: Options Block 3 Core & Foundation students only Foundation students will have the option of History or Geography here too.
What’s next? • Read the GCSE Options Guide and talk to the teachers about what the courses involve. • Discuss with your subject teachers during Parent Day: Wednesday 20th April. • Return your GCSE Options Google Form. The form will open on Thursday 21st April and must be completed by Friday 29th April.