Key Stage 4

Curriculum Outline

The Key Stage 4 curriculum is delivered over two years. Students follow a core curriculum consisting of:

• English Language - GCSE
• English Literature - GCSE
• Mathematics - GCSE
• Science - At least 2 GCSE's
• Religious Studies
• Physical Education
• PSHE

Students at Key Stage 4 have the ability to shape their own curriculum by choosing from a range of option subjects. The subjects on offer reflect the interests and aspirations of our students and include a range of academic and vocational courses.

For more information about the school's Options process and Examination Boards and Curriculum, follow the links for the specific website area.

The Target Setting Process

Students will be expected to perform at an assessment grade/end of unit grade which is consistent with their prior attainment: We as a school use the expected GCSE outcomes of students within the top 20% of schools in the country to inform our target setting.

Mock_up_KS4 report, an example of what a KS4 report looks like.

For assessment criteria please refer to the exam board website for each subject area