Key Stage 4

Curriculum Subject Allocation

Key Stage 4 is introduced in Year 10. Our options process is based on prior attainment, internal assessments, the interests, the abilities and aptitude of the students and they are supported at an individual level to help them choose the subjects that are right for them. All students can access all of the subjects on offer. We offer a wide range of GCSE and Vocational qualifications. All students study english, mathematics and science (many taking triple science). In addition, all students take part in timetabled physical education and PSHE lessons.  Students in year 10 have 2 additional lessons of RE.

KEY STAGE 4LESSONS PER FORTNIGHT
English (Year 10)9
English (Year 11)10
Mathematics (Year 10)9
Mathematics (Year 11)10
Science 9
Physical Education2
PSHE1
KEY STAGE 4 – Year 10 – Free Choice of 4 Subjects from:LESSONS PER FORTNIGHT
(Total 20 overall)
GCSE – Art, History, Geography5 Per Subject
GCSE – Religious Studies, Psychology, Business Studies5 Per Subject
GCSE – Computer Science, French, Urdu, Art Textiles5 Per Subject
Vocational Qualifications – BTEC First and Tech Awards/Cambridge Nationals5 Per Subject
Vocational Qualifications – Travel and Tourism, Dance, Drama, Music, Health and Social Care5 Per Subject
Vocational Qualifications – Travel and Tourism, Dance, Drama, Music, Health and Social Care5 Per Subject
Vocational Qualifications – Sport Activity and Fitness, Engineering, Hospitality and Catering5 Per Subject
KEY STAGE 4 -Year 11 – Free Choice of 3 Subjects from:LESSONS PER FORTNIGHT
(Total 18 overall)
GCSE – Art, History, Geography6 Per Subject
GCSE – Religious Studies, Psychology, Business Studies6 Per Subject
GCSE – Computer Science, French, Urdu, Art Textiles6 Per Subject
Vocational Qualifications – BTEC First and Tech Awards/Cambridge Nationals6 Per Subject
Vocational Qualifications – Travel and Tourism, Dance, Drama, Music, Health and Social Care6 Per Subject
Vocational Qualifications – Travel and Tourism, Dance, Drama, Music, Health and Social Care6 Per Subject
Vocational Qualifications – Sport Activity and Fitness, Engineering, Hospitality and Catering6 Per Subject