Key Stage 4
All students study:
| Religious Education | Double or Triple Award Science: |
| English | • Biology |
| Mathematics | • Chemistry |
| Physical Education | • Physics |
| ICT | PHSE and Citizenship |
THE OPTION SYSTEM - ROUTE A
Students study a Modern Foreign language and 3 further subjects from:
| Fine Art | Geography |
| Graphic Design Art | History |
| Business Studies | Music |
| Design Technology | Sport |
| Food Technology | A second Modern Foreign Language |
THE OPTION SYSTEM - ROUTE B
Success in a Vocational Level 2 course is the equivalent to 4 GCSE passes at Grade C or above.
Students who choose this route select a vocational course to go with the compulsory GCSE subjects.
| VOCATIONAL OPTIONS: | |
| Art and Design | Health and Social Care |
| Business Studies | Information Technology |
| Construction | Travel and Tourism |
ADDITIONAL APPLIED LEARNING
Students also have the opportunity to supplement their school-based learning with Applied Learning
through Gateshead College and Young Apprenticeship Providers. Recent options have included
Hairdressing, Motor Vehicle, Construction, Business Administration and Science.