Students will work on their own individual projects where they will explore ideas, experiment with media, materials, techniques and processes. They will then present a personal and meaningful response that realises intentions and demonstrates understanding.
Art
Students will work on their own individual projects where they will explore ideas, experiment with media, materials, techniques and processes. They will then present a personal and meaningful response that realises intentions and demonstrates understanding.
English Literature
AQA GCSE English Literature Examination sat in Year 11
Students will study texts which include one Shakespeare play, a selection of poetry, one 19th century novel, and one modern prose or drama text. They will develop skills in how to critically read and evaluate literature, as well as articulating informed, independent responses to texts.
English Language
AQA GCSE English Language Examination sat in Year 11.
Our GCSE in English Language helps students develop the skills required to read fluently and critically in a wide variety of high-quality literary and non-fiction genres, and to use written and spoken English accurately and effectively in different styles and contexts.
Students must complete components 01 02, and 03 to be awarded the AQA GCSE (9-1) in English Language (8700)
GCSE Mathematics (Key Stage 3 to GCSE)
Mathematics is a lifelong learning subject, and all students follow the National Curriculum throughout Key Stages 3 and 4. Teaching and assessment cover the full range of mathematical areas, including Number, Ratio and Proportion, Algebra, Geometry, Probability and Statistics.
Students are assessed regularly using GCSE-style assessments, helping them to become familiar with the structure, language and expectations of formal examinations from an early stage. All assessments are followed by detailed feedback and a structured “Closing the Gap” process, allowing students to address misconceptions and demonstrate improvement. Summaries of this process can be found in students’ exercise books, and assessment papers are shared with parents to support revision at home.
All students study Edexcel GCSE mathematics. The final tier of entry is decided carefully and collaboratively to ensure that each student is entered for the examination that gives them the best possible change of success. The qualification consists of three written examination papers at the end of Year 11: one non-calculator paper and two calculator papers, each lasting one and a half hours. Together, these assess the full breadth of the curriculum across Number, Algebra, Geometry, Ratio and Proportion, Probability and Statistics.
Students are given frequent opportunities to practise exam-style questions and full examination papers. After each assessment, teachers review the paper with students before they complete a “Closing the Gap” assessment, identifying key strengths and areas for development. Practice papers are then shared with parents, alongside clear guidance on next steps.
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