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Exploring KS4 Options: Making Informed Choices for Academic Success

Discover the array of subjects available in the KS4 curriculum, from compulsory English, Maths, and Science to optional subjects like Design & Technology and Humanities. Learn how to make informed decisions about your educational pathway, considering your interests and future aspirations. Find helpful resources and advice from school staff, family, and friends, and familiarize yourself with typical timetables. Important dates for options evening and form submissions are also included, ensuring you're set for a successful transition.

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Exploring KS4 Options: Making Informed Choices for Academic Success

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  1. Options 2011 Making the right choice! March 2011

  2. KS4 Timetable OPTIONAL A range of subjects (academic and vocational) within Design & Technology Expressive Arts Humanities MFL Others (IT, Sport, triple science) COMPULSORY English Maths Science (Core in Y10, Additional in Y11) Physical Education (PE) Philosophy and Ethics Personal, Social, Health & Economic education (PSHE)

  3. How can I decide? • Which way now? • What sort of person are you? • What do you want to do? • What’s the best way for you to learn? • Academic subjects (GCSE) • Exams & controlled assessments • Vocational (work related) Courses (BTEC, OCR National, NCFE) • Give an equivalency to GCSE • Continuous assessment of coursework • Where can you get help and advice? • Connexions • People at school • Family and friends

  4. Typical Y10 timetable Philosophy OPTION 2 Maths English PSHE Maths OPTION 2 English PE Maths English Science OPTION 1 English OPTION 3 Science OPTION 3 Science Science OPTION 1 OPTION 1 PE OPTION 2 OPTION 3 Science

  5. Optional subjects MFL • GCSE French • GCSE German Expressive Arts • BTEC Acting • NCFE Animation • GCSE Art & Design • BTEC Music Design Technology • GCSE Electronics • GCSE Food • GCSE Graphics • GCSE Resistant Materials • GCSE Textiles Humanities • GCSE Geography • GCSE History • GCSE Sociology • BTEC Travel & Tourism

  6. Optional subjects Others • OCR National in ICT • BTEC Sport • GCSE Triple Science Work Related Learning Study Plus (English and/or Maths)

  7. Important points What you need • Level 2 = 5+ A*-C grades including En & Ma • Level 1 = 5+ GCSE Passes including En & Ma Competitive Universities English Baccalaureate • English / Maths / 2 Science / MFL / History OR Geography Vocational Qualifications – 2 maximum! • BTECs (Sport, Music, Acting, T&T) • OCR National in ICT • NCFE Animation

  8. Completing your form 5 4 1 2 3

  9. Important Dates Options Evening – Wednesday April 6th starting 5:00pm Deadline for return of Options Forms • Thursday April 14th , just before Easter holiday

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