Curriculum

In Years 7, 8 and 9 learners have a balanced curriculum designed to meet their individual needs. Each timetable cycle includes lessons in:

English
Mathematics
Languages (including French and Spanish)
Science (Biology, Chemistry and Physics)
History
Geography
Religious Studies
Art & Design
Drama
Music
ICT
Physical Education
Food Technology
PSHCE

Learning Support withdrawal sessions and, Phonics and SULP (The Social Use of Language Programme) sessions, in some cases a reduced curriculum timetable, will operate for learners who need it.

In Years 10 and 11, learners must study English, Mathematics and Science (either separate Biology, Physics, Chemistry or Combined Science), PE (no examination), Religious Studies and PSHCE (no examination). They then choose a further four optional subjects from a suite of GCSE and Level 2 Technical (BTEC and VCERT) qualifications

History
Geography
French
Spanish
Computer Science
Business Studies
Food Preparation and Nutrition
Drama
Art
Photography
Health & Social Care
Health & Fitness
Music
Creative iMedia
ASDAN

There is also a careers and progression guidance programme that students follow during the two years of Key Stage 4 (KS4).

For more information regarding the curriculum, please contact Mrs R Jamieson -Deputy Headteacher (Quality of Education) rjamieson@batleygrammar.co.uk