Academics for Senior School
Pupils in Years 7 to 9 follow a modern, broad and varied curriculum, including the full range of academic subjects and they are given the opportunity to explore these subjects before GCSE choices have to be made.
In Year 7 and Year 8, pupils study the subjects listed below and in Year 9, pupils will study the same range of subjects but with Science being separated into the 3 areas; Biology, Physics and Chemistry. Pupils will also be able to select two of our three languages on offer (French, German and Spanish) and may continue with these to GCSE:
- Art & Design
- Computing
- Design Technology
- Drama
- English Language
- English Literature
- French
- Games
- General Science
- Geography
- German
- History
- Mathematics
- Music
- Personal, Social & Health Education
- Physical Education
- Religious Studies
- Spanish
We understand the importance of making the right choices and at GCSE level (Key Stage 4), pupils are nurtured every step of the way. We undertake a thorough consultation with each pupil and hold an options event where students and parents have the opportunity to discuss choices with subject teachers and with the Deputy Head Academic.
In addition to a pupil’s GCSE/IGCSE subject lessons, they will also undertake non-examined weekly Careers lessons during their tutor period.
Pupils take up to 10 GCSEs/IGCSEs during the two year programme, including the following core subjects:
- Biology
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
- Physics
- English (Language & Literature)
In addition to the core subjects, pupils can choose four more subjects of the following:
- Art
- Business Studies (BTEC Level 2)
- Computer Science
- Design Technology - Product Design
- Drama
- English as an Additional Language (EAL)
- French
- Further Mathematics
- Geography
- German
- History
- Music
- Physical Education
- Spanish
“I felt really supported throughout my time at Rendcomb. Thanks to the small classes, teachers are happy to help with any problem or respond to a query.” - Molly, Alumni
Public Examinations - GCSE, A-LEVEL, and BTEC course
Individual GCSE, A Level and BTEC examinations will incur additional costs. The cost of each examination varies; for an accurate cost, please contact Mr Cox, Deputy Head (Academic).
GCSE Options Booklet
Please review the GCSE Options available in the following online book (or, alternatively, download it as a PDF):
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Our staff, both teaching and domestic, see pastoral care as an essential part of their duties; acting in loco parentis is not a responsibility that we take lightly.
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We offer an extensive range of activities throughout the Senior Boarding school which changes each term. Pupils acquire new friendships, gain confidence and new skills as they mix with students outside of their peer and tutor groups.
