Year 9 Options 2023
We are at the stage of the school year when students in Year 9 need to select the subjects that they want to study in key stage 4 (Years 10 and 11). Over the next few weeks we aim to provide you with all of the information and support you need in order to be able to make these important decisions.
There are 3 stages that you will need to go through to complete this process.
These are:
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Researching the different subjects and particularly looking in detail at the subjects that have been recommended for you. All of this can be found below on this page.
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Getting advice from subject teachers at parents evening and on curriculum evening.
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Completing the online option form
The key dates to bear in mind are:
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Thursday 9 February 5.00 -7.00pm - Options and parents evening
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Friday 3 March 7.00pm - Deadline for option forms to be complete
If you have any questions, please email [email protected]
More detailed information can be found in the Guide to Year 9 options section below.
Guide to Year 9 options
Taking time to research and accurately complete the options process is very important as it will ensure that your child not only enjoys the curriculum in key stage 4 but also has the opportunity to fulfil their academic potential.
There are 3 stages in completing the options process -
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Researching the different subjects.
It is important that you look in detail at what each subject offers and how it is structured. On the website you will find the following information to help you do this.
- A Year 9 options introductory video that explains the process, the types and range of courses on offer and how you should go about selecting subjects
- The options booklet that gives written information about each of the subjects
- Subject videos with explanations from the subject leaders about the courses.
- A video guide on how to complete your online options form
In Years 10 and 11, all students study a core curriculum of English, Maths, Science and Core PE and PSHE. In addition to this all students must select a further four subjects to study with at least one of these being either French, Geography, or History. In the letter we sent to you we have made some recommendations for you to consider when looking at the subject information on the website.
Core Subjects study these subjects |
Ebacc block Select 1 subject |
Open block. Select 3 subjects, plus 1 reserve |
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English Language |
French |
Art and Design |
English Literature |
Geography |
Business Studies |
Maths |
History |
French |
Science |
Geography |
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PSHE and Careers |
Health and Social Care |
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Core PE | Computer science | |
History | ||
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Hospitality and Catering | |
Media Studies | ||
iMedia | ||
Information Technology (IT) |
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Music |
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Performing Arts |
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Photography |
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Physical Education |
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Religious Studies |
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Sports Studies |
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Textiles |
2. Getting individual advice from subject teachers and the Year 9 options team.
Year 9 Options and parents evening - Thursday 9 February 5.00pm-7.00pm. This is an important opportunity to talk to teachers about what is involved in the subject and whether it is a course that you should consider.
3. Completing the online option form
This form will be emailed to your child's school email account on Thursday 9 February and needs to be completed by Friday 3rd March.
Once all students have completed their option choices we will let you know if your child has been successful in securing the subjects that they have chosen. In the majority of cases students will get their selected subjects however there are occasions when this may not be the case. This may happen when -
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Students have chosen a subject that is not suitable for them based on their previous performance in the subject.
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There are not enough students to run a class or course
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A subject is oversubscribed
If this is the case we will contact you directly to discuss alternatives.
If you are unable to attend the parents evening or you have any further questions about any aspect of the options process please contact the school using the [email protected] email address.
Options Booklet
The options booklet includes written information about each of the subjects
Options Welcome
Subject information
These videos will give you more information on each subject. This can also be found in the options booklet.
Art and Design
Business Studies
Computer Science
English
French
Geography
Health and Social Care
History
Hospitality and Catering
iMedia
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