Year 9 Options

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The curriculum at Padgate Academy continues to provide students with a broad and balanced education. Key Stage 4 will involve students following a core/compulsory curriculum of subjects in addition to their chosen option subjects.
 

Compulsory Subjects

· English Language & Literature [GCSE]

· Mathematics [GCSE]

· Science (Combined) [GCSE]

· Physical Education (Core) 

· Personal Development

Option Subjects

Students will be asked to select four option subjects that they wish to go on to study at Key Stage 4. The academy offers a range of subjects predominantly GCSE subjects with some BTEC’s and Cambridge National Qualifications. 

The list of subjects from which students can choose include: 

· Geography [GCSE] 

· History [GCSE] 

· Spanish [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.

Ebacc (English Baccalaureate)

The Ebacc suite of subjects include:

· English Language and Literature

· Mathematics

· Sciences

· Humanities - Geography / History

· Language

The Ebacc is looked upon favourably by colleges, universities and

employers as a series of subjects providing a strong basis for further study and the world of work.

The DfE (Department for Education) would like to see 90% of

students studying the Ebacc by 2025.

What does this mean for our students?

To ensure our students have the best access to opportunities and

are able to compete with other people in an ever changing world,

the majority of students will continue to study Humanities and a Language at KS4.

We believe this will allow our students to not only gain a wide

subject knowledge, but will also make them more competitive in the world of work and beyond.

We have created a dedicated online guide below. If you have any problems viewing this guide, please visit  https://sway.office.com/aMuPHI4WI2WY1LyB