At Hadleigh High School, we are committed to ensuring that every student is supported to achieve their full potential. The choices students make for Key Stage 4 are an important part of their education and can help shape their future opportunities in further education, training and employment.

We offer a broad range of subjects and qualifications in Years 10 and 11, allowing students to develop their interests, build on their strengths and follow a pathway that is appropriate for their aspirations.

The Key Stage 4 Curriculum

All students follow a core curriculum throughout Years 10 and 11, which includes:

• English
• Mathematics
• Science
• PSHE
• Physical Education

Alongside these core subjects, students choose from a range of additional courses as part of the options process. Our offer includes both GCSE and vocational qualifications, providing different pathways to suit students with a range of interests, strengths and future plans.

The aim is to provide every student with a broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum while ensuring that their programme of study is appropriate for their individual needs and future aspirations.

Making the Right Choices

Choosing subjects for Key Stage 4 is an important decision, and we encourage students to think carefully about their choices. Students should consider:

• The subjects they enjoy and are motivated to study.
• Their strengths and areas where they are prepared to work hard.
• The different ways in which courses are taught and assessed.
• Their future plans and the qualifications they may need for further education, training or employment.
• The range of opportunities that each subject can provide beyond Year 11.

Students should choose subjects because they are right for them, rather than simply following their friends or choosing a subject because they think it will be easier. To facilitate the 'options process', the following event has also been scheduled: