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Key Stage Three
In Years 7 to 9 students are taught mainly in sets based upon their ability. All students follow the Key Stage Three curriculum in English, mathematics, science and health, information technology, design technology, French, citizenship, careers, geography, history, religious studies, physical education, art, drama, dance and music.

Key Stage Four
In order to personalise the curriculum to better meet the differing needs of our students, the College offers 5 curriculum Pathways in Key Stage 4 which incorporate core and optional subjects.

Core Curriculum
All students will continue to study the core curriculum subjects:
English
Mathematics
Science
ICT

Students will also follow non-examination, enrichment courses in:
Physical Education
Health Education
Citizenship*
Careers Education
Religious Studies*
*(Some students may be able to take a short ‘half’ GCSE course in these subjects)

Expressive Arts
As a Specialist Arts College, we expect all students to study at least one Expressive Arts subject at Key Stage 4. Students can choose from:
Art
Animation
Dance
Drama
Music
Performing Arts
Physical Education
Creative and Media Diploma

Option Courses
Students are able to choose further subjects from the option blocks, which have been organised into 5 pathways. Students will receive individual advice and guidance about which Pathway is most appropriate to them based on their ability, aptitude and interests.

For information on Pathways please click here