The Faith and Values Mentorship course in Year 9 supports pupils in developing a strong moral compass, personal integrity, and a sense of purpose. Through guided discussion, reflection, and mentorship, pupils explore faith-based principles, ethical decision-making, and character development in real-life contexts. The course encourages critical thinking, empathy, resilience, and responsible leadership, helping learners navigate
The Handwriting and Writing Fluency course in Year 9 focuses on refining pupils’ handwriting, written communication, and overall writing efficiency. Pupils develop legibility, speed, accuracy, and confidence in extended writing tasks. The course supports exam readiness by helping learners write clearly under timed conditions while maintaining high standards of presentation and structure across all subjects.Key
The Web Development course in Year 9 introduces pupils to the principles and practices of creating functional, well-designed websites using modern web technologies. Pupils learn how websites are structured, styled, and made interactive while developing problem-solving, creativity, and digital literacy skills. The course emphasises best practices in design, accessibility, and online safety, providing a strong
The Computing / ICT course in Year 9 develops pupils’ confidence, competence, and independence in using digital technologies. Pupils strengthen computational thinking, advance their programming skills, and apply ICT tools to solve real-world problems. The course emphasises digital creativity, data handling, and responsible technology use, providing a strong foundation for GCSE Computing, ICT, and future
The Year 9 Science course deepens pupils’ understanding of key concepts in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics while strengthening scientific enquiry, practical skills, and analytical thinking. Pupils explore how scientific ideas develop, apply scientific knowledge to real-world contexts, and begin to work with greater independence and precision. The course provides a solid bridge between Key Stage
The Mathematics course in Year 9 strengthens pupils’ mathematical fluency, reasoning, and problem-solving skills across number, algebra, geometry, statistics, and probability. Pupils apply mathematical concepts to increasingly complex problems, develop logical thinking, and communicate mathematical reasoning clearly. The course bridges Key Stage 3 and GCSE Mathematics, ensuring pupils are confident, resilient, and well-prepared for exam-style