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Year 10/11
Year 10/11
All pupils follow a GCSE course comprising nine or ten subjects selected from a wide range of options. These are made up of core subjects, which all pupils must study, and optional subjects, from which four should be selected (and one reserve):
Core subjects
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English Language
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A Language (French, German, Mandarin or Spanish
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English Literature
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Beliefs and Values (RS)
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Mathematics
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PE and Games (not examined)
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A Science (Biology, Chemistry or Physics)
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PSHE (not examined)
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Optional subjects
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Art
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Design Technology
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Drama
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Geography
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German
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History
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Information Technology*
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Latin
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Music
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Physics
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Physical Education
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Religious Studies
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Spanish
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Textiles
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*Information Technology follows the ECDS (European Computer Driving Licence) which leads to a qualification equivalent to a GCSE.
For further information please see:
Full GCSE curriculum 2011/13
Full GCSE curriculum 2012/14
Educational trips
These are an important element in many subjects and recent visits have included: Didcot Power Station, the First World War Battlefields, theatre trips, Tate Britain, Tate Modern, the German exchange, Year 10 Spanish, Biology and Physics trips.
Careers advice
There is a substantial careers programme, including work experience and individual tutorial guidance.
Transition to Sixth Form
It is assumed that pupils will continue their studies at Leighton Park, which the vast majority of pupils do, either following the A-level programme or the IB Diploma Programme.
A transition programme, Horizons, has been developed to support pupils in their selection of subjects and course and to introduce the changes that will arise in their approach to study. This includes a Sixth Form Open Evening, a Sixth Form Induction programme, detailed consultation with staff, and a taste of the social programme which is such an important feature of life in the Sixth Form.
For further information see Sixth Form and Sixth Form Curriculum.