The English Literature course in Year 9 deepens pupils’ appreciation of literary texts from different periods, cultures, and genres. Pupils study a range of novels, plays, poetry, and extracts, developing the ability to analyse language, structure, and form while exploring themes, characters, and contextual influences. The course encourages critical interpretation, independent thinking, and articulate written
The English Language course in Year 9 refines pupils’ ability to read, analyse, and communicate with clarity, accuracy, and sophistication. Pupils engage with a wide range of fiction, non-fiction, and media texts, developing advanced vocabulary, grammatical control, and structured writing skills. The course emphasises critical thinking, purposeful communication, and independent expression, preparing learners for GCSE
The Faith and Values Mentorship course in Year 8 encourages pupils to explore their personal beliefs, values, and ethical reasoning in greater depth. Pupils develop empathy, moral judgement, and social responsibility, applying their understanding to real-life scenarios and school life. The course promotes character development, self-reflection, leadership, and principled decision-making, preparing learners to navigate the
The Handwriting and Writing Fluency course in Year 8 helps pupils refine legibility, speed, and style in their writing while improving overall written communication. Pupils practise structured, clear, and coherent writing across extended texts, ensuring their work is accurate and presentable in all subjects. The course encourages independence, self-editing, and confidence in written expression.Key Focus
The Web Development course in Year 8 develops pupils’ ability to design, build, and maintain functional and visually appealing websites. Pupils build on prior coding knowledge (Scratch and introductory text-based coding) to structure web pages, apply styling, and create basic interactivity using HTML, CSS, and logical scripting. The course emphasizes creativity, user experience, problem-solving, and
The Computing / ICT course in Year 8 develops pupils’ ability to use technology effectively, safely, and creatively. Pupils enhance digital literacy, explore more advanced programming and computational thinking, and apply ICT skills across a range of subjects. The course encourages problem-solving, project-based learning, and responsible online behaviour, preparing learners for more complex digital tasks