Year 9 Options
The Options process begins early in the Spring Term with a ‘Choices’ assembly and outlines the Options programme. Pupils are given a Key Stage 4 Options Booklet that details the courses available for Years 10 and 11.
The Options programme is based on the best predictions of what will suit Hurstmere pupils, which includes a broad range of subjects leading to a GCSE qualification and some vocational Technical Awards.
The structure of the curriculum for the two-year course starts with the compulsory National Curriculum. The following curriculum subjects must be studied by all pupils in Years 10 and 11:
- English Language
- English Literature
- Mathematics
- Combined Science
- Physical Education (non-exam)
- Religious Education (non-exam)
Hurstmere School offers Citizenship as part of the common core for all pupils.
Option subjects 2021-22 process (for September 2021 teaching) are:
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Art & Design |
French |
Physical Education/Sport |
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Business |
Geography |
Psychology |
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Citizenship |
History |
Religious Education |
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Computer Science |
Media Studies |
Science |
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Design & Technology |
Music |
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Food Technology |
Music Technology |
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Options Calendar 2021
w/c 11th January 2021 online ‘Choices Presentation' (see link below)
w/c 18th January 2021 Subject Presentations (via link below)
Thursday 21st January 2021 online subject Q & A
Thursday 28th January 2021 online Parents’ Evening : 4.00pm – 7.00pm
Tuesday 2nd February 2021 online Academic Interview Day
Friday 5th February 2021 Subject Selector Form deadline
Pupils are encouraged to discuss their Option subjects with parents/guardians and to seek the advice of people in school, including the Form Tutors and their Head of Year who are always ready to help.