Senior School
Our aim as in the Junior School is to encourage our pupils to strive to develop their potential confidently. By ensuring that our classes remain small we are able to devote the necessary time to each individual.
The senior school follows a wide curriculum designed to develop the talents and skills of our pupils, whether their bias is academic or of a more practical nature. Academically, pupils are encouraged to give their best in all subjects, producing a sense of personal achievement and self-discipline. Even in the early years emphasis is placed upon preparation for GCSE and beyond. We feel this gives an aim and purpose, looking towards future achievements with positive encouragement from the teaching staff. A number of our pupils take one or more GCSE examinations a year or two early to lessen the tension that can be felt in the final year.
Careers Guidance is supplied from S3 upwards in both formal interviews with students at the time of GCSE & A Level Selection; and informally through year tutors throughout Senior School
Each pupil has a formal interview at GCSE stage with the Head of Senior School and the Principal. Work placements are then discussed if relevant, and the option and range of further education on the island and on the mainland are covered.
The aim is to enable students to make an informed decision, with assistance in transfer into work or training opportunities.
Subjects offered to G.C.S.E Level
English, English Literature, Mathematics, Science, Additional Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Religious Studies, French, History, Geography, Art Endorsed and Unendorsed, Photography, Textiles, Graphics, Performing Arts, Information and Communication Technology, Music and Business Studies.
*This list may be adapted in order to suit individual requirements*
We will be more than happy to discuss any aspects of the Senior School Curriculum with parents.