Key Stage 4

In Key Stage 4, students follow personalised pathways that build on their strengths and ambitions, while ensuring every pupil achieves the broad, rigorous education they need to be genuinely prepared for sixth form, further education, training or employment.

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Key Stage Four offers an ambitious pathways that prepare every student for the next chapter of their life.

What Key Stage 4 looks like

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A Strong Core

Every KS4 student studies English Language and Literature, Mathematics, Science, a Humanity and a Modern Foreign Language.

This rigorous academic core ensures every pupil leaves with the qualifications and knowledge they need to move confidently into sixth form, further education or training.

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Broad and Balanced

Alongside the core subjects, students choose from a range of GCSE and vocational options including Art and Design, Drama, Design and Technology, Health and Social Care, Religious Studies, Sport Science and iMedia. These choices allow every student to pursue their strengths and follow their interests.

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The Whole Person

Qualifications matter, but so does character. Across Years 10 and 11, every student continues Physical Education and Relating, our programme covering Religious Studies, Citizenship and PSHE.

These non-examined subjects ensure pupils develop the fitness, values and life skills they need to thrive beyond school.