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Year 9
Year 9
In Year 9 (age 13 - 14) pupils continue to follow a broad curriculum which builds on their previous learning, and extends well beyond the National Curriculum, comprising:
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English
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Sciences (Chemistry, Biology and Physics)
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ICT
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History
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Geography
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Music
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French
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Drama
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Art or Latin
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PE and Games
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Design and Technology
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PSHE
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Beliefs and Values (RS)
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German
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Spanish
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Textiles
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Maths
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Setting
In Maths and French pupils are set according to their experience and ability. This provides a clear starting point from which each pupil can progress at a pace appropriate to them.
Additional Information
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DT/Textiles: Pupils wishing to study Latin rather than DT/Textiles at this stage are encouraged to continue DT/Textiles as an after school activity. They may still take DT as a GCSE option.
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Sciences: These are taught as separate subjects - chemistry, biology and physics - to encourage pupils to develop as wide a scientific experience as possible.
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Languages: pupils moving up from Year 8 can choose to continue to study German or Spanish as a second language, whilst those joining in Year 9 wishing to study a second language often study Spanish.
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Textiles was introduced to the curriculum in September 2010.
Educational trips
These are an important element in many subjects and recent visits have included, for example, French exchanges, Imperial War Museum, theatre trips.
Choosing GCSEs
All subjects studied in Year 9 (except PSHE and games) can be taken on to GCSE. A detailed booklet for parents which outlines GCSE options available is distributed at a Year 9 Consultation Evening to inform parents and pupils in their discussions with staff.