Curriculum Time Information

Curriculum Time Information

Curriculum time for each subject can be found below:

Key Stage 3

At Key Stage 3, our curriculum is broad and balanced, developing a ‘passion for learning’ where students can build on prior learning but also develop new skills and knowledge.

The time given for different subjects is spread over a two-week timetable totaling 50 hours.

The number of hours per subject are as follows:

*Music and DT are on a rotation for 1/2 of the year.  Time allocation displayed is an average per fortnight.

**Music, DT and Food are on a rotation for 2/3rds on the year which is 26/39 weeks on average.  Time allocation is for the whole academic year.

Key Stage 4

Pupils in Key Stage 4 study their specialist subjects (options) alongside their core curriculum (English, Maths, Science and RE). Topics and content for all KS4 qualifications varies on the choice of exam board and where applicable, the tier of paper (higher or foundation). The curriculum is monitored and evaluated at the end of each academic year, and changes are made in the best interest of the students.

The time allowed for different subjects is spread over a two-week timetable totaling 50 hours.

The number of hours per subject are as follows:

Students have access to at least one hour of Physical Education per week to encourage them to lead healthy and active lifestyles which promotes personal well-being.