THE NATIONAL CURRICULUM:
Our Key Stage 4 Programme for the LILAC pathway.
We have a three year Key Stage 4 which requires pupils to make their GCSE/BTEC option
choices in Year 8. We believe that one curriculum is not suitable for all pupils which is why we
are running 3 different pathways. In deciding which pathway to place your daughter on, we have
looked at a number of areas including ability, aptitude, report comments and tracking data over
time. We have taken great care to place your daughter on the pathway which will enable her to
achieve to her full potential. Your daughter is on the LILAC pathway.
A number of subjects will be part of the school core curriculum for the LILAC pathway during
Key Stage 4:
English Language
English Literature
Mathematics
Science (Double or Triple – decided during Key Stage 4)
A Modern Foreign Language: either French or German
A Humanity: either Geography or History (she may choose to do both)
An ICT qualification (Level 2 Certificate - part of Year 10 curriculum only)
Religious Education
Physical Education (not examined)
Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship Education (not examined)
By doing MFL and a Humanity, it means that your daughter will qualify for the additional English
Baccalaureate qualification. She does not have to do anything extra to gain this but must achieve
C grades in English, Maths, Science, one MFL and one Humanity.
In addition to the LILAC core curriculum above, your daughter still has 2 more option choices
to make from the blocks below, once she has selected a minimum of either Geography or
History from X, Y or Z. A copy of the Options Form that your daughter needs to complete is
on the next page and it has been completed as an example. It is important to note that whilst
every effort will be made to accommodate first choices and to run all courses, this may not
always be possible due to a number of constraints (eg: staffing, facilities, class sizes etc). This is
why we ask for second choices as well – it is important that these are also carefully selected.
Option X
GCSE Art
GCSE Business
GCSE Drama
GCSE Geography
GCSE History
GCSE Music
GCSE Sociology
BTEC Sport
GCSE Textiles
Option Y
GCSE Business
GCSE Citizenship
GCSE Dance
GCSE Geography
GCSE History
GCSE Media
GCSE Photography
GCSE Resistant Materials
BTEC Child Development & Care
Option Z
GCSE Computer Studies
GCSE Geography
GCSE History SHP
GCSE Psychology
GCSE Sociology
V-Cert Graphics
V-Cert Media
Please note that whilst every effort has been made to give the most detailed course description possible
for the above courses, they may be subject to slight variations in content due to the release of new
specifications in the future.
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Preference Form EXAMPLE: Year 8 Option Choices:
LILAC PATHWAY
Pupil name: _____________________________________
Form: __________
Your daughter will take the following core subjects:
English
Mathematics
Science (Double or Triple award)
Religious Education
French OR German
Humanities: History and/or Geography*
Physical Education (not examined)
ICT qualification (Year 10 curriculum only)
Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship Education (not examined)
In addition to the above core curriculum, you now need to indicate your other option choices.
*IMPORTANT: You MUST study EITHER History OR Geography. You can select
these from Option X, Y or Z. You can also select to do both if you wish.
Indicate a first choice (1) and a second choice (2) in the
boxes in ALL columns.
Option X
1
2
Option Y
Option Z
GCSE Computer Studies
GCSE Art
GCSE Business
GCSE Business
GCSE Citizenship
GCSE Drama
GCSE Dance
GCSE History SHP
GCSE Geography
GCSE Psychology
GCSE Geography
1
GCSE History
GCSE Music
GCSE History
2
GCSE Media
GCSE Sociology
GCSE Photography
GCSE Textiles
GCSE Resistant Materials
BTEC Sport
BTEC Child Development &
Care
Parent’s Signature: _____________________________
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1
GCSE Geography
GCSE Sociology
V-Cert Graphics
V-Cert Media
Date: ___________
THIS FORM MUST BE RETURNED TO YOUR FORM TUTOR BY
MONDAY 5 MARCH 2015
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Subject
English Language
Exam Board
AQA
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
English Language
 Understanding and responding to both fiction and nonfiction texts - Students will read and respond to non-fiction
texts and literary texts.
 Speaking and Listening – Students will develop their skills in
this area in a variety of forums including role play, discussion and
presentation.
 Understanding written and texts and writing in a variety
of forms – Students will write a many styles of writing, including
creative pieces and writing to represent a viewpoint.
How Students
will be Assessed
Paper One:
Explorations in creative reading and writing
I hour 45 minutes examination
50% of GCSE
Paper Two:
Writers’ viewpoints and perspectives:
I hour 45 minutes examination
50% of GCSE
Non examination assessment:
Spoken Language n-examination
Assessment: Spoken
Language
Staff to Contact
Skills &
Qualities
Ms Pimbert or Miss Ellis
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A willingness to develop confidence in speaking
The ability to write creatively and for a specific audience
An analytical approach to a variety of texts
Original thinker
Hard worker
Further
Education
Both AS and A2 English Literature and English Language and Literature
are offered in our 6th Form Centre. It will complement all other
subjects, as clear proof of ability to write accurately, at length and be
widely read.
Careers
Media, journalism, writer, teacher, business, lawyer and many, many
others...
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Subject
Mathematics
Exam Board
AQA – Linear 8300
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
The content of GCSE Mathematics specifications has been grouped into the
following topic areas: Number
* Ratio, Proportion and Rates of Change
 Statistics and Probability
 Algebra
* Geometry and Measures
There is a larger focus on problem solving in the new Mathematics GCSE.
How Students
will be Assessed
Examination – 100% of the final grade
There is one examination consisting of three papers at the end of the course.
Paper One – 33.3% (1hr 30mins)
Non-calculator Paper
Paper Two – 33.3% (1hr 30mins)
Calculator Paper
Paper Three – 33.3% (1hr 30mins)
Calculator Paper
All content can be tested in any of these papers.
These papers are offered at both Foundation and Higher Level.
25% of Foundation tier papers assess the problem solving skills of
mathematics.
30% of Higher Tier papers assess the problem solving skills of
mathematics.
The content at both foundation and higher tiers has increased both in
the amount of content and the topics covered.
Staff to Contact
Miss Johnson or Mr Lewis
Skills &
Qualities
Problem solving and thinking skills are essential. Students need to know their
multiplication tables. Perseverance and the desire to develop independent
thinking and learning skills.
Further
Education
Mathematics can be taken at AS and A2 in our 6th Form Centre. Also
Mathematics is a good subject to take alongside other Science subjects such as
Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Business/Economics. AS/A level Mathematics
builds on work you have met at GCSE and also involves new ideas, which you
can relate to real-life situations – it is interesting but challenging.
Careers
A pass in GCSE Mathematics is often vital for entrance to training for many
professions or careers: Environment, Health & Society, Business & Money,
Entertainment, Science, Engineering, Sport, Law, Journalism, Civil Service,
Archaeology, Police, Armed forces and Media… to name but a
few…www.mathscareers.org.uk
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Subject
Science
Exam Board
AQA
Qualification
Triple award gives 3 GCSE’s
Double award gives 2 GCSE’s
Course
Description
All students will study Core Science in Year 9. They will be taught 3
modules (B1, C1, P1).
They will go on to Additional Science in Year 10, which is made up of 3
further modules (B2 C2 P2).
Students will then go on to study either Triple Science (B3 C3 P3), or
reinforce Core and Additional Science .
Year 9
How Students
will be Assessed
All students follow
Core Science.
 3 modules B1 C1
P1
Year 10
All students follow
Additional Science.
 3 modules B2 C2
P2.
NB: Suitable Triple
Science students will be
identified during Year 10
and selected at the end
of the year.
Staff to Contact
Year 11
Most students will
complete 2 pieces of
controlled conditions
assessments and
reinforce material from
Core and Additional
Science.
Some students will go
on to complete Triple
Science
 Further 3 modules
B3 C3 P3
 3 pieces of controlled
conditions assessments.
Miss Hanlon
Skills & Qualities 
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Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of scientific
facts, concepts, techniques and terminology.
Apply concepts, develop arguments and draw conclusions
related to familiar and unfamiliar situations.
Analyse, interpret and evaluate the validity and reliability of qualitative
and quantitative data from different source.
Further
Education
Biology, Chemistry and Physics can be taken at AS and A2 in our 6th Form
Centre. They are essential subjects for those who wish to study Medicine,
Veterinary Science, or Engineering. These subjects compliment others such
as Maths, Psychology, and English. There is also an Applied Science AS for
students on the Applied Science GCSE or Science BTEC course.
Careers
Medicine, Veterinary Science, Engineering, Pharmacy, Marine Biology,
Chemical Analyst and many more.
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Subject
Geography
Exam Board
Edexcel syllabus A
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
Geography is the study of your world: planet Earth!
It is all about where places are, what life is like there (or even here) and
both how and why they are changing.
There are four key units to the GCSE syllabus:
 Geographical Skills and Challenges
 The Natural Environment
 The Human Environment
 Investigating Geography through Controlled Assessment
These are broad headings: we study physical landforms, human geography
and environmental issues through an interesting variety of examples,
people and places, rich and poor, industrious and dangerous, from
culturally similar to richly diverse, local, national and worldwide.
How Students
will be Assessed
There are four assessments (one per unit) worth 25 % each.
Examinations:
There are end of course examinations in Year 11 for each of the first
three units above. The skills and challenges exam is 1 hour; the other two
are 1 hour 15 minutes. All are tiered, foundation or higher. Students must
answer a mixture of question styles. Each paper is worth 25% of the full
GCSE Geography each time.
Geographical Investigation-Controlled Assessment:
In the summer term of Year 10 we go on a field trip and use the data
collected to start a fieldwork based piece of controlled assessment. In
the autumn term of Year 11 we complete the tasks to a maximum of 2000
words allocated to the write up. This is worth 25% of the GCSE.
Staff Contact
Mr Gordon, Dr Laxton, Mr Arnold
Why Choose this
Subject?
Geography takes a multi-disciplinary approach that links to lots of other
subjects and gives geographers a good understanding of the real world.
Skills & Qualities
Geographers develop a wide range of useful skills: problem solving,
research, data presentation, graphicacy and spatial awareness, mapping
skills, decision making and so on.
Further
Education
Geography can be taken at AS and A2 in our 6th Form Centre. It can be
studied as a subject in its own right at university or lead towards other
subjects like environmental science or ecology.
It has links with many subjects but especially Biology.
Careers
Many careers like the skills, knowledge and understanding Geographers
have; from travel and tourism, business and financial management,
journalism, education, local and national government, environmental
agencies and many many more…
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Subject
History
Exam Board
OCR
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
Outline Studies
 International relations from the end of the First World War to
the causes of the Second World War.
 British History 1939-1975, covering topics such as the impact
of World War Two on the people, migration to Britain from
1948-72, women’s lives and their role and teenagers lives
during the 1960s and 1970s.
Depth study
 Causes and events of the First World War
How Students
will be Assessed
Controlled Assessment 25% of the final grade
This is a piece of work completed under exam conditions on Germany
1918-1945.
Examinations 75% of the final grade
There are two examinations:Paper One (worth 45%) - 2 Hours
Section ‘A’ International Relations
Section ‘B’ The First World War
Paper Two (worth 30%) - 1hr 30- mins
Source investigation on Britain 1939-1975
Staff to Contact
Mrs Cherry or Miss Allan
Why Choose
this Subject?
Skills &
Qualities
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History is a well-respected academic subject accepted by all
universities
Prepares students for a wide range of careers
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Open to any student
Ability to write at length
Analysis of source material
Enquiring mind
Hard worker
Further
Education
History can be taken at AS and A2 in our 6th Form Centre. History is
always preferred for those who wish to go on and study law at a later
date. Also is a good subject to take alongside other Humanities
subjects such as English, Economics, Sociology, Psychology and Politics.
Careers
Lawyer, Journalist, Civil Service, Archaeologist, Police, Armed forces,
Set/Costume Designer, Media… to name but a few…
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Subject
History SHP
Exam Board
OCR – Schools History Project
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
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Study in Development - Medicine through the ages
This topic looks at how medicine and surgery has developed
over time and how a range of factors help and hinder this
development. From Prehistoric, through Egyptian, Roman and
up to modern day
Study in Depth –
The American West focussing on the settlement of different
groups, in particular the native Americans and the policies of
destroying their way of life
History Around Us – Visiting a castle in order to study how
it developed and how it fits into the history of castles
How Students
will be Assessed
Controlled Assessment – 25% of final grade
This is a piece of coursework completed in exam conditions in lessons.
After a visit to a castle and lessons on the development of castles.
Students need to produce a piece of work which is 2000 words in
length. Their piece is based around using sources to support an
argument.
Examination – 75%of the final grade
There are 2 examinations at the end of the course
Paper One – 45% (2 hr paper)
Section A – Medicine through Time
Section B – American West from 1840-1895
Paper Two – 30% (1hr 30min paper)
A source investigation on Public Health in Britain 1800–1914
Staff to Contact
Mrs Cherry or Miss Allan
Why Choose
this Subject?
1. To stimulate an interest in and enthusiasm for the past
2. To help understanding in our current world
3. To develop essential study skills such as the use of primary and
secondary source material
Skills &
Qualities
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Open to any student
Ability to write at length
Analysis of source material
Enquiring mind
Hard worker
Further
Education
History can be taken at AS and A2 in our 6th Form Centre. History is
always preferred for those who wish to go on and study law at a later
date. It is also a good subject to take alongside other Humanities
subjects such as English, Economics, Sociology, Psychology and Politics.
Careers
Lawyer, Journalist, Civil Service, Archaeologist, Police, Armed forces,
Set/Costume Designer, Media… to name but a few…
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Subject
French
Exam Board
OCR
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
 The aim of the course is to enable you to use French in a variety of
situations if you visited a French speaking country.
 You will be listening to announcements, dialogues and interviews.
 You will learn to read signs, brochures, letters and magazine
articles.
 You will develop your speaking skills by creating presentations and
taking part in oral conversations.
 You will develop your writing skills by progressing from writing
short paragraphs to longer articles or letters. This work will be
underpinned by a developing knowledge of grammar and
vocabulary.
 The topics studied are: Home and Local Area; Health, Sports,
Leisure and Entertainment; Travel and the Wider World; Education
and Work.
How Students
will be Assessed
Controlled Assessment in Writing and Speaking – 60% of final
grade.
 Two pieces of writing of a maximum of 300 words each are to
be completed in exam conditions. (30%)
 Two recordings of speaking tasks, each lasting a maximum of 6
minutes, are to be submitted. (30%)
There are two final examinations in Listening and Reading 40% of final grade.
 The listening paper involves listening to recordings and
answering questions. (20%)
 The reading paper involves reading texts of varying lengths and
answering questions. (20%)
Staff to Contact
Mrs Walsh or Ms Charbonnier
Skills &
Qualities
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To stimulate and develop an interest in other cultures
To develop your communication skills
To develop essential study skills such as identifying patterns,
deducing rules, training your memory and developing creativity
Further
Education
French can be taken at AS and A2 in our 6th Form Centre. French can
be combined with any other subject when studying at KS5 and
combinations are also available at university, for example French and
Law giving students the advantage of seeking employment beyond the
UK. Knowledge of a foreign language is now recognised as an asset in a
number of universities.
Careers
Lawyer, Banker, Civil Service, Foreign Office, Journalist, Translator,
Interpreter, Teacher, Fashion…to name but a few.
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Subject
German
Exam Board
OCR
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
 The aim of the course is to enable you to use German in a variety
of situations if you visited a German speaking country.
 You will be listening to announcements, dialogues and interviews.
 You will learn to read signs, brochures, letters and magazine
articles.
 You will develop your speaking skills by creating presentations and
taking part in oral conversations.
 You will develop your writing skills by progressing from writing
short paragraphs to longer articles or letters. This work will be
underpinned by a developing knowledge of grammar and
vocabulary.
 The topics studied are: Home and Local Area, Health and Sport,
Leisure and Entertainment, Travel and the Wider World, Education
and Work.
How Students
will be Assessed
Controlled Assessment in Writing and Speaking – 60% of final
grade.
 Two pieces of writing of a maximum of 300 words each are to
be completed in exam conditions. (30%)
 Two recordings of speaking tasks, each lasting a maximum of 6
minutes are to be submitted. (30%)
There are two final examinations in Listening and Reading 40% of final grade.
 The listening paper involves listening to recordings and
answering questions. (20%)
 The reading paper involves reading texts of varying lengths and
answering questions. (20%)
Staff to Contact
Ms Brewer or Mrs Tribick
Skills &
Qualities
 To stimulate and develop an interest in other cultures.
 To develop your communication skills.
 To develop essential study skills such as identifying patterns,
deducing rules, training your memory and developing creativity.
Further
Education
German can be taken at AS and A2 in our 6th Form Centre. German
can be combined with any other subject when studying at KS5 and
combinations are also available at university, for example German and
Business giving students the advantage of seeking employment beyond
the UK. Knowledge of a foreign language is now recognised as an
asset in a number of universities.
Careers
Lawyer, Banker, Civil Service, Foreign Office, Journalist, Translator,
Interpreter, Teacher, Fashion…to name but a few.
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Subject
Religious Education
Exam Board
EDEXCEL
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
All students entering Year 9 will follow the Edexcel GCSE course in
Religious Education. The course builds on work done in Key Stage 3
and places emphasis on the exploration of religious teaching as they
influence moral values. The syllabus has two main aspects:
 ‘Religion and Life’
Including topics such as belief in God, the question of suffering, life
after death, abortion, euthanasia, human relationships, prejudice,
marriage and family life, the role of women, religion and the media.
 ‘Religion and Society’
Including topics such as Rights and responsibilities, Environment and
medical issues, Peace and conflict and Crime and punishment.
How Students
will be Assessed
Religion and Life (50%) will be examined in the summer of Year
11 in an hour and a half paper.
Religion and Society (50%) will be examined in the summer of
Year 11in an hour and a half paper.
Staff to Contact
Miss Weaver
Skills &
Qualities
1. Develop knowledge and understanding of beliefs, values and
traditions of Christianity and one other religion and consider the
influence of those beliefs.
2. Considering religious and other responses to moral issues.
3. Identify, investigate and respond to fundamental questions of life
raised by religion and human experience.
Further
Education
Religious Education can be taken at AS and A2 level in our 6th Form
Centre, although at this stage is better described as ‘Philosophy and
Ethics’.
Careers
Journalism, Lawyer, Civil Service, Police, Teacher … to name but a few.
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Subject
ICT
Exam Board
The Learning Machine
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
This is a rigorous and challenging course with a flexible,
modular structure that keeps students motivated and engaged.
The course covers the latest in digital technology, relevant in today’s
digital world. Students explore how digital technology impacts on the
lives of individuals, organisations and society. Students learn about
current and emerging digital technologies and the issues raised by their
use.
They develop awareness of the risks that are inherent in using ICT and
the features of safe, secure and responsible practice.
For the coursework units students broaden and enhance their ICT skills
and capability. They work with a range of digital tools and techniques to
produce effective ICT solutions in a range of contexts. Students learn to
reflect critically on their own and others’ use of ICT and to adopt safe,
secure and responsible practice.
How Students
will be Assessed
(Coursework,
Exams, controlled
assessment)
All students will be taking the ICT qualification in year 10 and
as a result this will not be an option for them to choose from.
The students will need to complete coursework pieces that accumulate
at least 17 credits overall. The units of coursework they will be
completing are shown below:
UNIT 1: Improving Productivity Using IT (4 Credits)
UNIT 3: Using Collaborative Technologies (4 Credits)
UNIT 4: It Security for Users (2 Credits)
UNIT 7: Word processing (4 Credits)
UNIT 8: Using the Internet (4 Credits)
They will also be assessed through an examination unit which will be
based on the practical aspects of the coursework.
Staff to Contact
Skills &
Qualities
Mrs Kazmi
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Open to all students
An interest in the ICT industry
An interest in digital media
Further
Education
ICT can be taken at AS and A2 in our 6th Form Centre. ICT is a perfect
choice for those who wish to pursue a career in the ICT, computing,
digital media or business sector.
Careers
Business analyst, software developer, games developer, website
designer, project manager, systems analyst.
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Subject
Physical Education - Core
Course
Description
The aim of the course is to introduce the girls to new activities and to
further develop sports skills previously learnt.
 During Year 9 pupils will experience lessons in team games,
rhythmic gym, fitness, dance, badminton, rounders and athletics.
 In Year 10 pupils are offered the opportunity to attend local junior
schools during lunchtime to lead sporting activities to the younger
year groups.
 In Year 11 the girls select 2 sports from a list of 8 activities that
they complete for 2 six week blocks for 2 hours a fortnight. The
activities include ice skating, zumba, spinning, swimming, circuits
and dance.
 There will be various clubs during lunchtime which pupils will be
able to attend for enjoyment or competition including hockey,
football, netball, gymnastics and badminton.
 Girls are expected to wear school kit to all lessons.
How Students
will be Assessed
In Year 10 the girls are constantly assessed as they go through the
course and will receive feedback on their progress.
Staff to Contact
Mrs Croker or any member of the PE Dept.
Skills &
Qualities
 The course builds on the knowledge, understanding and skills
established in Key Stage 3 Physical Education.
 It will give you exciting opportunities to be involved in a number of
different physical activities, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.
 You should enjoy being active and appreciate the benefits of
keeping fit and healthy.
Further
Education
In Year 9 the girls can choose to study PE and follow this on with
BTEC level 3 in Sport in our 6th Form Centre.
Careers
The course develops the transferable skills and key skills that
employers are looking for and can lead to a wide variety of
employment opportunities. This can include further training in areas
such as recreational management, leisure activities, teaching, coaching,
officiating, the fitness industry, the armed forces and the Civil Service.
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Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship Education
Pupils will continue with the PSHCE course they have been following since Year 7. In Years 9,
10 and 11 the time for this course is also one hour a fortnight. The programme will be delivered
by a specialist team.
Programmes of study for PSHCE:
 The global community and global challenges, the media, internet safety and risk
 Drugs Education; Citizenship; Record of Achievement and Work Experience
There will be a number of visiting speakers from the Careers Service and other nationally
recognised groups. Miss Laxton co-ordinates PSHCE for all pupils.
Work Experience
All students undertake a two week Work Experience placement in Year 10. The Work
Experience programme enables students to develop a greater understanding of the world of
work and the skills and knowledge required to enable young women to succeed in new roles and
situations in today’s world.
The focus of the work experience placement revolves around the development of key skills:
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Communication
Application of number
Information Technology
Working with others
Improving own learning and performance
Problem solving
Students are offered experiences which will identity links between skills used and developed in
school and those necessary in the workplace. Placements are also intended to offer experiences
which will develop an understanding of workplace disciplines rather than an offer a rehearsal for
any specific career aspirations.
The school has recently been accredited with a Quality Assurance Certificate for our work
experience programme
. Mrs Nanuck is responsible for co-ordinating our Work Experience programme.
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Subject
Art
Exam Board
AQA
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
 GCSE Art is designed to inspire and broaden your creative ability.
 Designed to help you express your own thoughts and ideas in a
variety of different visual ways in 2 and 3 dimensions.
 There are a number of trips that go on during the course such as
Kew Gardens, Tate Modern, Paris and ‘the Clothes Show Live’.
How Students
will be Assessed
Portfolio- 60%
 A selection of subsidiary units OR 1 major unit (Year 10)
 I major unit (Year11)
A wide range of topics are chosen and studied throughout the course
and you will get more of a say in what you look at as the course
progresses, especially after spring in Year10.
Controlled exam – 40% (10 hours):
The exam paper is released in January of Year 11 and you will explore
one of the suggested starting points over a 3-4 month period. The final
outcome will be completed under exam conditions over the space of 2
days.
Staff to Contact
Miss Smith
Why Choose
this Subject?
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It is a creative subject with little written work
It allows you to express yourself in a range of styles
There are trips
The results in this subject are 100% A*-C
You can experiment with a wide range of media
Skills &
Qualities
 An enthusiasm for art, creating things.
 An attitude of “I will try everything out” is essential.
 Some of the skills you will use and your teachers will help you
develop are painting, drawing, modelling, sculpture, photography,
creative textiles, batik and illustration.
 You will explore the works of other artists, designers and cultures.
Further
Education
GCSE Art leads naturally on to A-level Art and Design, Art through
Textiles and Photography in our 6th Form Centre.
Students generally then go on to a Foundation course and then to
degree level.
Careers
Fashion design, textiles design, set and costume design, film, TV,
product design, graphic design, illustration, commercial design,
architecture.
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Subject
Business Studies
Exam Board
AQA
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
How Students
will be Assessed
The Business Studies GCSE looks to familiarise candidates with the
business aspects of organisations within their economic, political and
social contexts. The course is split into three units that cover a
wide variety of business topics.
 Unit 1: Setting up a Business
 Unit 2: Growing as a Business
 Unit 3: Investigating Businesses
Unit
1
2
3
Title
Paper 1(written Paper)
Paper 2(written paper)
Controlled assessment
Type of
Assessment
Exam - 1hour
Exam - 1 hour
Assessment
Weighting
40%
35%
25%
Staff to Contact
Mrs Laguillo
Why Choose
this Subject?
This GCSE helps prepare candidates for a world that is increasingly
focused on enterprise, opportunity, efficiency and decision making.
Business Studies students will gain essential analytical,
communication and technical skills that are needed by active
participants in today’s rapidly developing business environment.
Skills &
Qualities
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Analytical Skills
Communication Skills
Technical skills
Hard worker
Independent worker
Cooperative group worker
Further
Education
A good grade will help you move onto AS/A2 Business or the BTEC
Diploma at our 6th Form Centre.
Careers
This award is also designed to enable students to enter employment
at an operational level within a wide range of business environments.
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Subject
Citizenship
Exam Board
Edexcel
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
Citizenship is a vibrant and exciting subject which allows students to
explore current topics, news items and controversial issues in the
classroom. Students are encouraged to keep up to date and discuss
relevant topics which they find interesting, as well as investigating one
topic in depth for their controlled assessment.
There are three main areas we cover throughout the course:
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How Students
will be Assessed
Communities and Identities. This includes crime, human rights
legal rights and how different people contribute to society.
Power, politics and the media. This topic covers how and why
we vote (or not) and how voting systems work. We also look
at the media influence over the public and how different
newspapers and advertising change people’s minds about
society and people.
The UK in the world. Here we look at how we fit into a global
community. It includes poverty around the world, how other
countries address human rights, global warming and charity
work.
60% is controlled assessment – the students chose a topic they wish
to investigate and research it, including outside speakers and debates.
Students then take part in some form of ‘Change Action’ in order to
raise awareness of their issue to others.
40% is an examination, which tests knowledge and understanding of
the topics covered in the course.
Staff to Contact
Skills &
Qualities
Doctor Laxton
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A willingness to contribute to discussions and debates
An interest in what is happening in the world today
A will to make a difference to the school community
An enquiring and inquisitive mind
Enthusiasm
Further
Education
Citizenship compliments any humanities subject at GCSE as there is a
lot of common ground. Citizenship can contribute to AS levels in
Sociology, Law, Geography, History and Politics.
Careers
Law, police, armed forces, teacher, media, journalist, civil service…any
job in the community really!
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Subject
Computer Science
Exam Board
OCR
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
The course will give learners a real, in-depth understanding of how
computer technology works and will give them an insight into what goes
on ‘behind the scenes’, including computer programming, and building a
computer.
 Unit 1 - This unit covers the body of knowledge about computer
systems on which the examination will be based.
 Unit 2 - An investigative computing task, chosen from a list provided
by OCR, which assesses the following: research, technical
understanding, analysis of problem, historical perspective, use of
technical writing skills, recommendations/evaluation.
 Unit 3 - Programming task. Design, develop and test a solution to a
problem within the OCR-set scenario.
How Students
will be Assessed
Staff to Contact
Unit 1 – Computer systems and programming (Written exam = 40% of
final grade)
Unit 2 – Practical Project (Controlled Assessment = 30% of final grade)
Unit 3 – Programming Project (Controlled Assessment 30% of final
grade)
Mrs Kazmi
Why Choose
this Subject?
Skills &
Qualities
Provides you with an insight into the world of computing
Learn how computers are built
Learn all about games consuls
Learn advanced computing skills such as programming and web
development
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Hardworker
Organised
Enjoy a challenge
Good mathematical skills
Further
Education
The course provides excellent preparation higher study and employment
in the field of Computer Science.
Careers
Computer programmer, Software developer, Games developer,
Website designer, Network Manager, Artificial Intelligence.
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Subject
Dance
Exam Board
AQA
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
During the course the students will study professional works which will
probably include Matthew Bourne’s The Nutcracker, Christopher Bruce’s
Swansong, Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker’s Rosas Danst Rosas and Still Life at
the Penguin Café by David Bintley. These works will be used to inform the
student’s own choreography, performances and theory work. The course
gives the opportunity for the students to work on their own, and in groups
where they can improve their team work and leadership skills.
How Students
will be Assessed
Perform:
 20% Set study – The exam board have two set dances which every
dance student must learn.
 20% Performance in a duo/group – Between the teacher and the
students a piece needs to be created around one of the set works.
Compose:
 15% Solo choreography – The student must create a solo based on
3 motifs from a professional work
 25% Stimulus choreography – this can either be a group or solo
choreography for which the student chooses the stimulus for herself.
Both are assessed live by the teacher and videoed. Again the students
might be asked to perform for moderation.
Appreciate:
 20% Written examination – This component of the GCSE will
question their knowledge of choreography and professional works.
Taken in the summer of year 11 and externally assessed.
Staff to Contact
Miss Coking or Miss Dukes
Why Choose
this Subject?
Skills &
Qualities
 Practical so ideal for kinaesthetic learners
 Only 20% is written
 To gain a greater understanding of professional dance works
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The course gives you the opportunity to take a look at different
choreographic styles, different professionals and different
choreographies.
Learn about different styles of dance and the importance of safe
practice
An interest in dance – although you do not need to dance outside of
school to take this as an option.
Further
Education
You can go on to study A-level dance in our 6th Form Centre and then on to
University to study for a degree in Dance or Performing Arts.
Careers
Performing professionally. Lecturing or teaching children, adults, disabled and
disadvantaged communities. Working as a choreographer, a movement
director or rehearsal director in a variety of shows on and off stage.
Physiotherapy, Dance movement therapy, Dance injury prevention or
working in other stage production areas such as costume design.
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Subject
Drama
Exam Board
EDEXCEL
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
 Unit 1 – Exploring a Stimulus: The students explore a theme, issue or
topic through 6 hours of recorded practical lessons with supporting
written coursework.
 Unit 2 – Exploring a Playwright: Students explore a published play
using the dramatic form over 6 hours of recorded practical lessons.
Students will also visit the Theatre and submit a written theatre review.
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Unit 3 – Performance: Students are given a stimulus where they will
use all of their practical knowledge to devise a final performance. This is
100% practical and completed in the final stage of year 11.
How Students
will be Assessed
Unit 1 –Exploring a Stimulus (30%)
15% of the mark comes from the 6 practical lessons
15% from the 2,000 word written coursework
Unit 2 – Exploring a Playwright (30%)
10% of the mark is based on work in practical lessons around the
chosen script
20% comes from a 1,000 word analysis of work in lessons plus a
2,000 word play review of a show in London
Unit 3 – Performance (40%)
Students are marked on vocal ability, characterisation, group communication
and performance skills.
Staff to Contact
Why Choose
this Subject?
Miss Swayne
 60% practical
 Only 40% written
 To learn more about the world of performance and acting
Skills &
Qualities
 The confidence to perform in front of others is a must.
 Team work and group communication skills are developed.
 An interest in seeing a variety of shows, not just musicals, is desirable.
Further
Education
Students can go on to study AS/A2 Performance Studies or AS/A2 Drama
and Theatre Studies in our 6th Form Centre.
Careers
Acting, Directing, Teaching, Criminal Drama therapy, Playwright, Stage
performer etc. Students may also go into the production side of theatre e.g.
stage management.
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Subject
Media
Exam Board
OCR
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
The Individual Media Studies Portfolio: Students explore the
representation of social groups through a project which is selected from
briefs by the teacher. This typically is a study of the representation of
women in advertising or the representation of youth in soap operas. There
is an opportunity to do practical work with the creation of a media (advert,
article) and you will learn how to use photo editing software.
Textual Analysis For the exam, you will learn technical vocabulary such
as describing camera use and editing within a wide variety of magazines as
well as exploring areas of representation within an unseen magazine extract.
Television Comedy For the exam you will look at television channels
(BBC, ITV, C4) and explore the scheduling and content of television
comedy. You will explore at least two comedies in depth and discuss
representation and how the audience get pleasure from comedy.
Production Portfolio This is for the controlled assessment aspect of the
course where students are given a brief (print magazine). The briefs are
teacher selected and you will apply your technical knowledge to plan,
design, photograph and edit your product.
How
Students will
be Assessed
Controlled Assessment - 60% of final grade
The Individual Media Studies Portfolio requires essay and practical
work, as well as an evaluation of your project. It is worth 30%.
The Production Portfolio requires planning and creating a product, as
well as an evaluation of your work. It is worth 30%.
Exam - 40% of final grade
Staff to
Contact
Miss Lewis
Why choose
this subject?
Skills &
Qualities
Further
Education
Careers
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A large amount of practical editing and production work.
Opportunities to use new technologies.
A contemporary and relevant set of topics.
To develop analysis skills.
 Open to any student.
 Suited to those with practical, artistic flair.
 Requires organisation and ICT skills.
 Good team working essential.
Media A Level is offered in the 6th Form Centre. At degree level students
can specialise in one area of Media Studies such as theory or production. A
good subject for those wishing to demonstrate communication skills. It
goes well with English, Art and ICT.
Journalist, publisher, graphic design, film and television related careers.
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Subject
Music
Exam Board
EDEXCEL
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
GCSE Music is designed to open your horizons to a variety of styles and types
of music from different centuries and countries. Twelve works are set by the
exam board to analyse which cover music from different backgrounds and
genres. This will help your understanding of the development of music from
Baroque to Pop. The syllabus is based on three key areas, Performing,
Composing and Listening.
How Students
will be Assessed
Performing Music [Controlled Assessment] 30%
 One solo [traditional, improvised,]
 One ensemble/in a group [traditional/improvised]
Composing Music [Controlled Assessment] 30%
 Two compositions [your own musical ideas]
 Can be any style that you choose
 Can use technology to complete you composition
Listening and Appraising Music [Exam] 40%
 Written paper lasting 1hr 30 mins
 Two sections – Section A – Eight compulsory questions based on
extracts from 12 set works.
 Section B – Open ended extended writing on features of one set work.
Staff to Contact
Mrs Torrent
Why Choose
this subject
If you enjoy...
1. composing and performing music
2. learning an instrument or singing
3. creating music on computers
4. learning about all types of music, including classical,
popular and world….then GCSE Music is the ideal
subject for you!
Skills &
Qualities
The ability to perform on an instrument or sing is essential.
Performing and composing skills will be developed throughout the course. In
depth analysis of music from a variety of genres will take place, enabling you to
appreciate the complexities of the subject.
Further
Education
GCSE Music is a good preparation for further study and a solid foundation for
AS/A Level or you may feel like combining it with Dance and /or Drama in a
Performing Arts Course in the 6th Form Centre.
Careers
There are many careers that involve music - performing, arts administration,
teaching, music therapy, sound engineering, music journalism, community arts
work to name just a few.
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Subject
Photography
Exam Board
AQA
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
 GCSE Photography is designed to inspire and broaden your
creative ability.
 Designed to help you express your own thoughts and ideas in a
variety of different visual ways using digital media and in particular
photography.
 There are a number of trips that go on during the course such as
Kew Gardens, Tate Modern, Paris and ‘the Clothes Show Live’.
How Students
will be Assessed
Portfolio- 60%
 A selection of subsidiary units OR 1 major unit (Year 10)
 I major unit (Year11)
A wide range of topics are chosen and studied throughout the course
and you will get more of a say in what you look at as the course
progresses, especially after spring in Year10.
Controlled exam – 40% (10 hours):
The exam paper is released in January of Year 11 and you will explore
one of the suggested starting points over a 3-4 month period. The final
outcome will be completed under exam conditions over the space of 2
days.
Staff to Contact
Miss Smith
Why Choose
this Subject?
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It is a creative subject with little written work
It allows you to express yourself in a range of ways using digital
media
There are trips
The results in this subject are 100% A*-C
You learn how to use Photoshop properly.
Skills &
Qualities
 An enthusiasm for art, creating things.
 An attitude of “I will try everything out” is essential.
 Some of the skills you will use and your teachers will help you
develop are compositional skill, photography, Photoshop, Fine art.
 You will explore the works of other Photographers, artists,
designers and cultures.
Further
Education
GCSE Photography leads naturally on to A-level Photography in our 6th
Form Centre.
Students can then go on to a Foundation course and then to degree
level.
Careers
Fashion design, textiles design, set and costume design, film, TV,
product design, graphic design, illustration, commercial design,
architecture.
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Subject
Product Design
Exam Board
AQA
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
GCSE Design and Technology: Product Design enables students to design and
make products with creativity and originality, using a range of materials and
techniques.
Packaging, labeling and instructions are encouraged as part of the complete
design proposal and advertising, points of sale can be used to supplement the
making experience and help create products which can be evaluated for their
commercial viability.
How Students
will be Assessed
Unit 1: written paper
40% of total marks
2 hours, 120 marks
Candidates answer all questions in two sections
Pre-Release material issued
Unit 2: Design and Making Practice (controlled assessment portfolio)
60% of total marks
Approximately 45 hours, 90 marks
Consists of a single design and make activity selected from a range of board
set tasks
Staff to Contact
Why Choose
this Subject?
Skills &
Qualities
Further
Education
Careers
Mrs S. Yates- Curriculum leader for Design Technology
The course is designed to encourage students to be able to design and make
products with creativity and originality, using a range of materials and
techniques. Students will be enthused and challenged by the range of practical
activities possible as the specification seeks to build upon the multimedia
approach.
 Creativity to come up with ideas and a logical approach to develop them
 The ability to express your ideas through drawings, 3D models and
computer-aided designs
 An understanding of different materials and production methods
 The ability to plan and organise a project through several stages
 Good communication skills
 A creative approach to solving problems
You will be able to go on to study A-level in Product Design in our 6th Form
Centre. This could lead into a number of courses such as a degree in
product design, ceramics and glasses, design studies, marketing and
advertising.
Product designer, design engineer, exhibition designer, furniture designer,
ceramics designer-maker.
Useful websites: http://www.designweek.co.uk/
http://www.designcouncil.org.uk/
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Subject
Psychology
Exam Board
AQA
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
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Making sense of other people
This section covers topic areas such as: Memory, Non-verbal
communication, Development of personality, Stereotyping &
Prejudice, and Research Methods.
Understanding other people
This section covers topic areas such as: Learning, Social Influence,
Sex and Gender, Aggression, and Research methods.
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How Students
will be Assessed
Examination
All students are entered for the same exam.
Sections
Paper one
Paper Two
50% of the final grade
50% of the final grade
(1hour 30 minutes)
(1hour 30 minutes)
A
Memory
Learning
B
Non-verbal communication Social Influence
C
Development of personality Sex and Gender
D
Stereotyping
Aggression
E
Research Methods
Research Methods
There is NO coursework in GCSE Psychology
Staff to Contact
Mrs Popat
Why Choose
this Subject?
Skills &
Qualities
An interesting subject
You learn skills to carry out your own investigation
Learn about the various approaches and methods in psychology
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Good communication skills.
Working with others.
Problem Solving.
Improving own Learning and Performance.
Hard worker.
Enquiring mind.
Further
Education
The AQA specification has been developed to enable a smooth
progression to A level Psychology, so pupils who do GCSE Psychology
will be well prepared when moving on to AS and A level Psychology
which is also offered in our 6th Form Centre.
Careers
Teaching, Police, Psychologist, Counsellor, Child Psychologist.
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Subject
Sociology
Exam Board
AQA
Qualification
One GCSE
Course
Description
 Studying society – What is Sociology? Including Families and
Education.
 Families – Including how the changing nature of relationships
between men and women influences the ways in which we live
together.
 Education – Including why the social background of pupils influences
their educational achievements.
 Crime and Deviance – Raises questions about the accuracy of
people’s perceptions about the pattern of law breaking behaviour in
Britain.
 Mass media – Considers the influence of the media on politics,
violence and identity.
 Social inequality – Including why some live in luxury while others
have little.
How Students
will be Assessed
Examination
Paper One
40% of the final grade (1hour 30 minutes)
Section A – Studying society
Section B – Education
Section C – Families
Paper Two
60% of the final grade (1hour 30 minutes)
Section A – Crime and Deviance
Section B – Mass media
Section C – Social Inequality
Staff to Contact
Mrs Popat or Ms Silla
Why Choose
This Subject?
It’s an exciting, relevant and interesting subject
It will encourage you to develop your questioning, critical and
evaluative skills
Skills &
Qualities
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Ability to write at length.
Analysis of source material.
Organisation of knowledge and understanding in different ways.
Ability to base reasoned judgements and arguments on evidence.
Hard worker.
Further
Education
AS and A level Sociology are offered in our 6th Form Centre, and would
be a good progression from GCSE.
Careers
Police, Social work, Nursing, Teaching, Advertising, Journalism and Law.
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Subject
Exam Board
Qualification
Course
Description
Textiles
AQA
One GCSE
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How Students
will be Assessed
The course is designed to develop your creative ability within
designing and making activities.
You will get the opportunity to design and make different textile
products within guidelines set down by the examination board.
The design and make process will also include the study of different
fibres, fabrics and manufacturing processes.
Controlled assessment portfolio – 60%
You will undertake a major design and make project that will take you
through all of the stages of the design process, you will be able to
choose the direction of this project from a range of board set tasks.
Written Exam 40% (2 hours)
There will be a 2 hour exam at the end of year 11 that all of the design
and make projects you undertake will prepare you for. There will be
pre-release material for this exam.
Staff to Contact
Miss Barot/Mrs Yates
Why Choose
this Subject?
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Skills &
Qualities
Further
Education
Careers
To develop designing, making and problem solving skills
To develop a more exciting and individual approach to
fashion/textiles
To develop creativity and interest in fashion/textiles and the world
around us
An enthusiasm for designing and making is an important quality to have
as well as a willingness to perfect practical skills – you need to be
prepared to `unpick` when necessary.
You also need to be prepared to undertake independent research and
develop a creative approach to design taking into consideration the
needs of your target audience.
You will be able to go on to study A-level in Textiles in our 6th Form
Centre. This could lead to a foundation course after A-level and
then/or straight onto a study Fashion design and Textiles design at
University.
Theatre and costume design, fashion design, millinery, shoe design,
accessories production, fabric design and manufacturing, fashion
journalism, fashion buying, fashion marketing and costume design.
Useful Websites:
http://www.vam.ac.uk/page/f/fashion/
https://designmuseum.org/
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Subject
Creative Studies : Interactive Media
Exam Board
NCFE
Qualification
Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Interactive Media (equivalent to one
GCSE)
Course
Description
This excellent, new qualification equips students with a range of industry relevant
skills useful to various areas of Media. The majority of assessment is through 3
mandatory units and 1 optional unit.
Mandatory Controlled Assessment – Internally Marked
1. Students create a portfolio which explores and investigates the solution to a
brief set by the exam board. This is focused on exploring the process of
developing a media product.
2. Students create a portfolio evidencing a number of tasks, and then a main
design task exploring different methods of using software, images and film to
create a final product. This is focused on the finish of the final product.
Mandatory External Assessment – Externally Marked
1. Over 30 hours (20 hours in class) the examiner gives students a media
product to create which must then be constructed in a 10 hour off-timetable
window.
Additional (Compulsory) Module (Selected by Teacher) – Internally
Marked
1. Exploration in to how moving images can enhance products i.e. animations,
moving images on websites, in advertising etc…
80% through the combination of 2 mandatory controlled assessments and 1
optional (but compulsory) unit selected by the teacher and assessed in school.
This is then sent to be moderated by external examiners.
20% through the mandatory external assessment. A brief is given with 20 hours
allocated to preparing in class and 10 hours where students independently create
the media product. Externally assessed.
How
Students will
be Assessed
Assessment is through a pass, merit or distinction grade system.
Staff to Contact
Miss Lewis
Why choose
this subject?
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3.
4.
Skills &
Qualities
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Further
Education
Careers
Lots of creative opportunities
Opportunities to use new technology, software and ICT equipment
A contemporary and relevant set of topics
To develop exploratory and investigation skills
Suited to those with practical, artistic flair
Requires organisation and ICT skills
An interest in entering the media industry and seeking texts (television,
film) to enhance classroom learning
Media A Level is offered in our 6th Form Centre. At degree level students can
specialise in one area of Media Studies such as theory or production. A good
subject for those wishing to demonstrate communication skills. It goes well with
English, Art and ICT. Level 3 may be offered in our Sixth Form (as this is first
year of delivery at KS4).
Art editor, Multimedia designer, TV and Film related industries.
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Subject
Graphic Design
Exam Board
NCFE
Qualification
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Graphic Design
This qualification will show you how to:
 research ideas and use various sources
 use a variety of tools, materials and techniques
 explore a range of media and materials
 build a portfolio of ideas
 use their knowledge of the chosen graphic design elements to produce an item
in response to a brief or scenario
 work safely and securely when creating their graphic design item.
Internal Assessment and Portfolio of Work
How Students will Portfolio involving the following aspects
be Assessed
 Research and investigation
 Design, develop and model
 Making
 Testing and evaluation
 Communication and presentation of work
Externally Set Assessment, Marked by NCFE
30 Hours of work Split as Follows:
 20 Hours preparation time in class
 10 hours timed practical exam
Course
Description
Staff to Contact
Mrs Yates
Skills & Qualities
You will develop skills:
 in using different tools and equipment safely and competently
Why Choose this
Subject?
Further Education
Careers
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when experimenting with materials and techniques
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in adapting your own ideas and responding to feedback
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in evaluating your own work
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in literacy, numeracy and ICT
Important qualities include: An enthusiasm for designing and making things.
 An attitude of openness and experimentation is essential.
 A creative and productive subject
 Promotes independent learning
 Develops analytical skills
 An active & fun subject
Graphics leads on to A-level Product Design (3D Design/Graphics)
Students generally then go on to either a foundation design course or degree level
design/engineering courses.
There are a number of specialist graphic design job roles; however there are also
an enormous number of small graphic design companies where employees are
often required to be able to demonstrate skills across the job roles and complete
designs that can be used in a variety of media for a variety of purposes.
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Subject
BTEC Sport
Exam Board
EDEXCEL
Qualification
BTEC Level 2 First Award in Sport
A new V-Cert for Sport (Nutrition & Health) has just been approved so we may change the
above course to the V-Cert. It will still be a sports qualification and equivalent to a GCSE.
Course
Description
A BTEC qualification is a nationally recognised work-related qualification
designed to provide you with a choice of routes into further education or
employment. A BTEC First Certificate is made up of four units of study: 2
core units & 2 optional units.
Core Units: Fitness for Sport and Exercise (external)
 Practical Sports Performance (internal)
Optional Units: Training for Personal Fitness
 Leading Sports Activities
How Students
will be Assessed
75% of the course is assignment based; this is collected in a portfolio of
evidence and will be assessed as you go along.
25% of the course is externally assessed using an onscreen test. Edexcel sets
and marks the test.
Staff to Contact
Mrs Croker
Why Choose
this subject?
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Independent Learning
75% Coursework
Working on your own or as part of a team
Doing short projects and long assignments
Organising sports events both in our school and local junior schools
Skills &
Qualities
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The course builds on the knowledge, understanding and skills
established in Key Stage 3 Physical Education.
It will give you exciting opportunities to be involved in a number of
different physical activities, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.
You can perform to a good level in at least 2 sports.
You should have an interest in physical education and sport, enjoy
being active and appreciate the benefits of keeping fit and healthy.
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Further
Education
Careers
A BTEC First Award gives you a good grounding to progress onto other
higher level courses such as the Level 3 BTEC National Certificate or
Diploma, as offered in our 6th Form Centre.
The course develops the transferable skills and key skills that employers are
looking for and can lead to a wide variety of employment opportunities. This
can include further training in areas such as recreational management, leisure
activities, teaching, coaching, officiating, the fitness industry, the armed forces
and the Civil Service.
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Subject
Child Development and Care (Level 2)
Exam Board
CACHE
Qualification
NQF Level 2 Award in Child Development and Care
Course
Description
CACHE Level 2 Award in Child Development and Care (NQF) has been
designed to include the knowledge and understanding of child development
and well-being necessary when preparing for working with children in a
variety of settings. It is aimed at a range of learners who wish to be
introduced to childcare and development for children aged 0-5 years. It also
gives learners an insight into their preferred learning styles and assists in
developing their ability to study.
This qualification consists of 3 units:
How Students
will be Assessed
Staff to Contact
Why Choose
this subject?
Skills &
Qualities
• Two units graded A*– D assessed by Assessment Tasks
• A Synoptic Assessment unit externally assessed by a Multiple Choice Paper
Miss Wright
This course will help prepare for further learning or training and/or develop
knowledge and/or skills in child development and care. It also provides a
good foundation for those who wish to progress into childcare. It also offers
a basic introduction in to working with children in a variety of settings, a
basic understanding of the stages and sequence of child development, and an
introduction to observing children and how it supports their development.
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Enthusiasm and energy
A desire to work with young children
A willingness to explore new ideas and to communicate them
effectively
A willingness to work independently and as part of a team
Further
Education
This course supports progression to higher level professional training,
including:
• Level 3 Award and Certificate in Child Care and Education
• Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education (NQF)
Careers
Child Minder, Nursery Assistant/Manager, Midwife, School Nurse, Social
Worker, Play Group Staff
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