Curriculum
Sixth Form
Key Stage 5 – Years 12 & 13
In Years 12 and 13 students move to the sixth form block and begin a more independent learning programme. They have a study and library area with internet access and a bank of lap tops to enable them to use their study time productively. The students are supported through out Year 11 to make suitable AS level choices and this continues into Year 12 after they have received their GCSE results. At Key Stage 5 the following subjects are offered in option blocks for the pupils to choose from. Each year these subjects form five option blocks tailored to meet the students’ needs:
Media Studies Mathematics
English Literature French
History Geography
RE Applied ICT
Biology Chemistry
Physics Psychology
Sociology Applied Business Studies
Law Performing Arts
Art Food and Nutrition
Music Sports Studies
Photography Music Technology
Spanish
The subjects offered allow students to continue studying the subjects they have taken at GCSE, but also opt for new subjects that they have not experienced before. The option list offers a balance between traditional, new, academic and more practical subjects. Students can take either three of four AS options in Year 12, the norm being four. In exceptional cases pupils can take five subjects in Year 12. Students then continue with three choices in Year 13. Alongside the option choices, students have a double period session of PE and Life Skills. In Life Skills students will have the opportunity to develop the skills needed to be successful learners and to fully prepare themselves for university life. Curriculum enrichment is continued into the sixth form with speakers, workshops and visits timetabled to broaden their experiences beyond their subject choices. The role of prefect is given to allow students to take on positions of responsibility and build skills towards their university applications. Students are also given the opportunity to continue with skills such as: LAMDA, Duke of Edinburgh, choir, orchestra and public speaking.