Year 9 Options
The Academy continues to promote high expectations for our Key Stage 4 students. We believe every student can achieve and succeed, whatever their ability.
Following national requirements the academy offers students the opportunity to study a range of subjects at KS4. In addition to the compulsory subjects, students will be asked to make 3-4 option selections based upon subjects which interest them and they may wish to study post-16.
Key Stage 4 Compulsory Subjects
- English Language & Literature [GCSE]
- Mathematics [GCSE]
- Science (Combined) [GCSE]
- Physical Education (Core) [GCSE]
Key Stage 4 Option Subjects
For all students at least one of their option subjects must be Geography, History or a Modern Foreign Language (French/Spanish). The list of subjects offered can change from one year to the next. For 2022-2024 the list of subjects from which students could choose include:
- Geography [GCSE]
- History [GCSE]
- French [GCSE]
- Religious Studies [GCSE]
- Triple Science (Biology/Chemistry/Physics) [3x GCSE]
- Computer Science [GCSE]
- Creative IMEDIA [Nationals]
- Art [GCSE]
- Design & Technology [GCSE]
- Hospitality and Catering [BTEC]
- Drama [GCSE]
- Music [GCSE]
- Sport [BTEC]
The learning of all students is complemented by a range of extra-curricular clubs, trips, visits and guest speakers to enhance their experiences within each subject.
All of which work towards the development of a wide range of interpersonal skills which prepare our students for life after Year 11.
Options Information Page
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