Curriculum

Many students will use their Key Stage 4 study as a platform for Post 16 courses at Ken Stimpson Community School.

Key Stage 4 work offers an opportunity for a fresh start, although you will notice progression in most subjects from the work covered in Years 7 and 8.

All students will study the following core curriculum:

• English
• Science – Combined Science or Triple Science
• Mathematics
• Physical Education
• PSHE and Wellbeing

In addition, Citizenship, Careers, Enterprise and Work-related Learning, Information, Advice and Guidance will be delivered via integration into PSHE.

Which subjects may students study?

The curriculum pathways indicate a number of subjects within each block.  Students are required to select a subject from each block.  The same subject cannot be selected multiple times.  Students must select at least one subject from the following:

• Computer Science
• History
• Italian
• Geography

Personal Interview

You (hopefully accompanied by your parent/carer) will have an interview with a member of the Leadership or Pastoral Team; this will be an opportunity for you to talk further about your preferences and career aspirations.  Available during discussion will be your target grades, Year 8 reports and other relevant information to help us guide you through the process of course selection.

More information

For more information you can access our Key Stage 4 Pathways booklet below

Pathways