The following information gives a brief outline of the content of GCSE subjects which we offer.


Core Subjects are English and Mathematics, but we also expect students to take at least one science subject and a modern foreign language.

Biology, Chemistry and Physics are taught separately and it is a requirement that at least one of the three be taken at GCSE level. Each subject has its own well-equipped laboratory and experienced specialist staff supported by a laboratory technician.

This ensures that a wide range of practical work is undertaken throughout the course. We feel it is essential that the sciences are studied separately in order to provide a sound basis for A-level studies.

French is taught from Year 7 and Spanish from Year 8. It is a requirement that at least one language is taken to GCSE level. Emphasis is placed on developing confidence in oral and written skills. This is underlined by all our specialist language teachers who communicate mainly in the language studied. Frequent educational visits to both France and Spain are undertaken.

Information Technology is of major importance and the students learn, from an early age, how to use the extensive software packages which are available in our IT Suites. Although a GCSE subject in its own right, Information Computer Technology and almost unlimited, screened Internet access is used throughout the school as a learning tool.

Music and Drama combine to provide opportunities for students interested in singing in a choir, playing a musical instrument, dancing or acting, to take part in a wide variety of music and dramatic productions.

Art plays an important part within the curriculum and many areas of the school are enhanced by the work of the students in a range of media.

The teachers encourage a general appreciation and understanding of a wide variety of the arts among all pupils as well as nurturing the specially gifted. All three subjects are offered at GCSE.

PHSE incorporates Citizenship and religious as well as social and health education. The course enables the young people to understand themselves, keep healthy, develop their relationships, and understand their rights and responsibilities as citizens. It also gives a sound understanding of the Christian faith, as well as an awareness and appreciation of the beliefs of others.

The following subjects are also offered at GCSE -English Literature, History, Geography.

All of these subjects combine to form a well-balanced curriculum for our students. Specialist staff are enthusiastic and every effort is made to present the subjects in an enjoyable and accessible way.

A close working relationship between school and home is essential as the student’s educational welfare is seen as a joint responsibility.