Seniors
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A full range of subjects is taught throughout Years 7 to 11, with a steady progression from a wide curriculum base in the lower years towards more choice and specialisation as pupils approach their GCSE examinations. Using the National Curriculum as a foundation, each pupil follows a broad and balanced range of subjects. Pupils are assessed on their progress through regular informal tests and annual school examinations, ultimately sitting the GCSE examination in 10 subjects.
Each subject has its own teaching area with a good range of resources. Small classes allow maximum teaching support for the individual and all subjects are taught by specialist staff. Classroom work is well structured and we expect our pupils to work hard and to set themselves high standards. Investigative work and practical exercises are included where appropriate, as are videos, fieldwork and educational trips.
Pupils throughout the senior department take English (Language and Literature), Mathematics, Science (Biology, Chemistry and Physics), Information Technology, French, PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education), Physical Education and Games.
Additional to these subjects and taken by all pupils in Years 7 to 9 are Geography, History, Religious Education, Art, Music, Drama, Design Technology and Food Technology, with German and Latin for Year 7 pupils and a choice of one of these languages in Years 8 and 9.
In addition to the seven core GCSE subjects, pupils in Years 10 and 11 are able to choose three further subjects from a variety of options. The aim of the senior department is to enable all pupils to achieve a range of GCSE qualifications in which quality and breadth are emphasised.
