Key Stage 4

Key Stage 4/GCSE: Years 9, 10 & 11

In accordance with the Government initiative to eliminate Key Stage 3 examinations, it is the Schools policy to complete the Key Stage 3 curriculum in English, Maths and Science in Years 7 and 8 and to start the GCSE curriculum in Year 9.

 

All Year 9 pupils study the following:

 

  • English: GCSE to be completed after three years, with the  exceptions of those who have been       accelerated. These pupils will complete the course after two years.
  • Maths: GCSE to be completed after three years, with the exceptions of those who have been accelerated. These pupils will complete the course after two years.
  • Science: GCSE in Separate Science to be completed after two years for the more able students.              
  • French
  • German
  • Art
  • Music
  • Geography
  • History
  • Swimming
  • Physical Education
  • Religious Education
  • Information Technology
  • Games