GCSEs (9-11)

Sunday Times Schools Guide 2025 - Independent Secondary School of the Year North West

Year 9 Curriculum

In Year 9, students study nine core subjects and select an additional four subjects to study. It is at this stage that students will start working towards GCSEs and iGCSEs.

Core Subjects Optional Subjects (students select four)
Biology Art
Chemistry Computing
English Design & Technology
Geography Drama
History French
Mathematics Music
Physical Education & Games Spanish
Physics
Religious Education

GCSE (Year 10 & 11) Curriculum

Core Subjects Optional Subjects (students select four)
Biology Art
Chemistry Design & Technology
English Language Drama
English Literature French
Mathematics Geography
Physics History
Information Technology & Coding
Music
Physical Education & Games
Religious Studies
Spanish

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Seniors Assessment Days

Assessment Days are being held on Monday 16th, Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th June for Year 5 pupils looking to join Seniors in September 2026.

Please register your interest, or contact Ms. Julie Hopper, PA to the Headmaster to find out more.