At Key Stage 4 all students continue to study English Language and Literature, Mathematics, Double or Triple Science, at least one Modern Foreign Language, at least one Humanity subject (History, Religious Education or Geography), Physical Education and PSHE.
In addition, two options are selected from Art, Business Studies, Computer Science, Drama, French, Geography, German, History, Religious Studies, Music, Physical Education and Spanish. Additionally, Geology is offered in twilight sessions.
Students will typically take the equivalent of nine GCSEs.
Download the 2025 Year 9 Options Booklet
Important Dates and Deadlines:
| Event | Date | Information |
|---|---|---|
| Student Careers Options Preparation Assembly | Thursday 9th January 2025 | |
| Year 9 Options Evening for Parents/Students | Thursday 23rd January 2025, in person: 17.15-19.00 hrs | This will be an information evening where the options process will be explained followed by time with teachers to explain the GCSE subject options in more detail. |
| Options Go Live | Friday 24th January 2025 | |
| Parents' Evenings | Beal, Cross and Jackson: Thursday 27th February 2025, online: 16.00-19.00 hrs |
This will be a normal online parents' evening where progress in all subjects can be discussed. |
| Robertson and Wilkinson: Thursday 6th March 2025, online: 16.00-19.00 hrs |
This will be a normal online parents' evening where progress in all subjects can be discussed. | |
| Options Deadline | Friday 7th March 2025 |