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OPTIONSYEAR 9 GUIDE
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y
Y E A R 9 O P T I O N S :
W E L C O M EDear Year 9 Student,
Choosing the courses you’d like to study in year 10
and year 11 is an important milestone in your
education. Although for some having the opportunity
to create your own curriculum is exciting, it can also
raise a number difficult questions: Which subjects are
right for me? Which careers complement my choices?
What if I still don’t know what I want to do?
This booklet and the Options Evening are designed to
make this time less worrying for you and your
parents or carers. Combined with our weekly Options
Assemblies, I hope that you’ll be able to make
an informed decision about your learning
and confidently choose subjects that suit your
aspirations, skills and needs.
“Please use all the information available to you: this
booklet, advice from teachers, your tutors and your
family. All of these people know you well in some way
and can suggest whether they think a subject would
suit you as a learner.”
There are some important dates to keep in mind throughout thisprocess. Options Evening for Year 9 Students and Parents.Speak to Heads of DepartmentReceive your Options Booklet. Deadline for submission of your options Individual student interviews to discuss choices where we will meetwith students across the half term All students, parents and carers to be informed of final option choices Deadline for any request for changes to option choices The decisions you make in the next few weeks will have an impact onyour success at the end of Key Stage 4 and on the choices available toyou in the Sixth Form. We hope that the information provided allowsyou to make the right choices that will see you succeeding over thenext two years and beyond.
“May your choices reflectyour hopes not your fears”
Nelson Mandela
1. Thursday 27th February
2. Friday 6th March
3. Tuesday 10th March – Friday 3rd April
4. Week beginning 20th April
5. Friday 22nd May
Performance Measures
The way in which a school’s outcomes for students is judged has now changed. Rather than focusing on the
percentage of students that achieve 5A*-C grades including a pass in English and Maths, schools will be judged on
new measures. In line with this, each report you receive will contain details on your child’s Progress
8 and Attainment 8 grades.
5 5 G C S E S G R A D E 9 - 4 –I N C L U D I N G M A T H S A N DE N G L I S H .
GCSE'S 9-4
9-4 · M I N . R E Q U I R E M E N T F O R A L LS T U D E N T S . T H O S E W H O D O N O TA C H I E V E A L E V E L 4 P A S S I N Y 1 1A R E L E G A L L Y R E Q U I R E D T OR E T A K E T H E S E Q U A L I F I C A T I O N SI N S U B S E Q U E N T Y E A R S .
MATHS & ENGLISH
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PROGRESS
Y E A R 9 O P T I O N S :
O V E R V I E W : K S 4 H E A D L I N E F I G U R E S A N D G R A D I N G S Y S T E M S
Students’ performance will be judged
against a variety of new measures.
Y E A R 9 O P T I O N S :
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y : K S 4 C U R R I C U L U M 2 0 2 0 – 2 0 2 2
Compulsory
English: Students will study both English
Language and English Literature leading to
two GCSE certificates.
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y
Maths: All students will study Maths and
this will equate to one GSCE
Science: Students will study for a level 1
certificate in year 10 and progress to studying
all three sciences at foundation level for a
double award GCSE in year 11
Travel & Tourism BTEC Students learn
teamwork, organisation and
presentation skills while studying for this
GCSE equivalent qualification
B C
French
Spanish
Hospitality & Catering
Sport BTEC
Enterprise BTEC
Music BTEC
Enterprise BTEC
Media
Product Design
History
Art
Students must pick one option from each block
E N G L I S HL A N G U A G E
W H A T W I L L I S T U D Y ?
Explorations in Creative
Reading and Writing
Writers’ viewpoints and
perspectives
H O W W I L L I B E A S S E S S E D ?
G C S E
W H A T S K I L L S W I L L I L E A R N ? Explain , comment on and analyse texts
Identify explicit and implicit information
Elect and synthesise evidence
Use relevant subject terminology
Compare writers’ ideas and perspectives
Evaluate texts critical ly
Communicate clearly, effectively and
imaginatively
Organise information and ideas
Use a range of vocabulary and sentence
structures
Demonstrate presentation ski l ls in a formal
setting
Law / Journalism, / Broadcast / Business / Media
/ Marketing / Advertising / Politics / Teaching, /
Public Service
D E S T I N A T I O N S
2 Exams
Are you imaginative?
Can you adapt your writing for your
target audience?
Are you able to present yourself well?
C O M P U L S O R Y
100% Exam
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y
E N G L I S HL I T E R A T U R E
W H A T W I L L I S T U D Y ?
Shakespeare
19th Century Novels
Modern Texts
Poetry
H O W W I L L I B E A S S E S S E D ?
G C S E
W H A T S K I L L S W I L L I L E A R N ?
Law / Journalism, / Broadcast / Business
/ Media / Marketing / Advertising / Politics /
Teaching, / Public Service
D E S T I N A T I O N S
2 Exams
Do you enjoy reading?
Can you compare and contrast ideas?
Are you able to see things
from other people’s perspective?
C O M P U L S O R Y
Developing a critical style and
informed personal response
Use textual references and
quotations
Developing a critical style and
informed personal response
100% Exam
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y
M A T H S
W H A T W I L L I S T U D Y ?
H O W W I L L I B E A S S E S S E D ?
G C S E
W H A T S K I L L S W I L L I L E A R N ?
Medicine / Computer Science / Finance /
Accounts / Insurance / Veterinary Services
Dentistry / Economics / Banking /
Accountancy / Engineering
D E S T I N A T I O N S
3 Exams; one non-
calculator andtwo calculator
Do you enjoy finding the mostefficient way to solve a problem? Are you able to identify keyinformation from a question? Can you see mathematics in the worldaround you?
Independence
Problem solving
Resilience
Critical thinking
Creating logical arguments
Number
Algebra
Geometry
Data handling
Probability
Ratio and Proportion
C O M P U L S O R Y
100% Exam
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y
C O M B I N E DS C I E N C E S
W H A T W I L L I S T U D Y ?
H O W W I L L I B E A S S E S S E D ?
6 Exams
G C S E
W H A T S K I L L S W I L L I L E A R N ?
Maths ski l ls
Practical ski l ls
Team work
Writing ski l ls
Problem solving
Medicine / Dentistry / Veterinary Science /
Physiotherapy / Pharmacy / Optometry /
Nursing / Zoology / Marine Biology /
Forensic Science / Engineering / Sports &
Fitness
D E S T I N A T I O N SWould you like to be able to explain why
things fall using physics?
Are you curious about how chemicals react
and how can we use these to help our
society?
Do you want to know how cells know what
to do?
Cell Biology Infection and response Atomic structure and the periodic table Chemical changes Electricity ForcesHomeostasis and responseInheritance, variation and evolutionBonding, structure, and the properties of matterChemical analysisWaves
C O M P U L S O R Y
100% Exam
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y
A R T
H O W W I L L I B E A S S E S S E D ?
G C S E
W H A T W I L L I S T U D Y ?
Are you a creative, skilful and imaginative
person who is passionate about Art?
Do you enjoy working with a variety of
materials?
Do you appreciate the beauty in the
world around us?
New media including Film / Special Effects /
Photography / Video, /Computer art /
Animation, / Theatre / TV / Graphics /
Illustration
D E S T I N A T I O N S
60% Courseworkand
40% Exam
W H A T S K I L L S W I L L I L E A R N ?
ACSWK Project 1 – Theme of
Society
CSWK project 2 – An old exam
paper
ESA – Practical exam project set
by the exam board
Self-awareness
Empathy
Visual understanding of the world
around us
Historical context
Psychology
Sociology
Presentation
2D and 3D ski l ls
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y
E N T E R P R I S ES T U D I E S
W H A T W I L L I S T U D Y ?
Component 1: Exploring Enterprises
Component 2: Planning for and
Pitching an Enterprise
Component 3: Promotion and
Finance for Enterprise
H O W W I L L I B E A S S E S S E D ?
B T E C
W H A T S K I L L S W I L L I L E A R N ?
Using computers and the internet to
undertake secondary research
Communication ski l ls
Data analysing
Presenting in front of an audience
Time management
Direct career path into Business – qualifications
highly regarded by employers e.g. Accountancy,
HR, and Retail Management.
Progression into Higher Education in Business
Management as well as specialist areas such as
Law, HR Management, Marketing, Economics ,
Finance and Accountancy
D E S T I N A T I O N S
2 CourseworkUnits
1 Exam
Are you interested in learning about thedifferent types of enterprise and theirownership? Do you want to learn how entrepreneursand innovators develop their ideas into abusiness model? Are you good at assessing and analysingdata to measure performance?
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y
F R E N C H
Are you keen to interact withthe world around you? Do you l ike appreciating otherways of l ife? Can you spot patterns thatothers can’t see?
Identity and culture
Local area, holiday and
travel
Future aspirations, study
and work
International and Global
Dimension
School
D E S T I N A T I O N S
A life ski l l which you can apply in a
variety of countries
Communication ski l ls
Adaptabi l ity
Cultural awareness
The opportunity to travel and work
abroad
H O W W I L L I B E A S S E S S E D ?
25% Listening and
Understanding
25% Speaking paper
25% Reading and
Understanding Paper
25% Writing Paper
G C S E
W H A T W I L L I S T U D Y ?
Business & Management /Travel &Tourism / Government and Civi l ServiceRoles / Customer Service / Publishing /Translation / Education
W H A T S K I L L S W I L L I L E A R N ?
100% Exam
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y
H I S T O R Y
W H A T W I L L I S T U D Y ?
Medicine
Germany
Elizabeth
Super Powers or American West
H O W W I L L I B E A S S E S S E D ?
4 Exams
G S C E
W H A T S K I L L S W I L L I L E A R N ?
Excel lent communication and writing
ski l ls
How to construct an argument
Research and problem ski l ls
Investigation and problem-solving ski l ls
Analytical and interpretation ski l ls
Law / Journalism / Media / Business
Management / Politics / Civil Service, / Police /
Education / Research / Higher Education &
University roles / TV / Film / Broadcast /
Publishing
D E S T I N A T I O N S
Have you ever wondered why wars happen?
Are you curious about the world we live in?
Do you enjoy analysing information to find
hidden meanings?
100% Exam
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y
H O S P I T A L I T YA N DC A T E R I N G
W H A T W I L L I S T U D Y ?
Business standards and procedures
Customer nutrit ional and dietary
requirements
Food safety, and health and safety
legislation and its application in the
hospital ity and catering industry
Sustainabi l ity
Branding and business ownership
Menu and event planning
A range of practical dishes
H O W W I L L I B E A S S E S S E D ?
2 Coursework Units
1 Exam
L E V E L 1 / 2 A W A R D
W H A T S K I L L S W I L L I L E A R N ?
Balancing a budget
Time management
Communication ski l ls
Presenting in front of an audience
A range of chef ski l ls
Catering / Hospitality / Health and
Nutrition / Fitness / Business and
Management / Events
D E S T I N A T I O N S
Are you interested in a career in hospitality orcatering? Would you like to run your own restaurant orcatering business? Would you like to go on to become a chef?
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y
M E D I A
Are you curious about the way in
which we are inf luenced by the
information we receive?
Are you self-motivated and
independent?
Do you enjoy unpicking hidden
messages?
W H A T W I L L I S T U D Y ?
Television and promoting
media
Music and News
H O W W I L L I B E A S S E S S E D ?
2 Exams
1 Coursework unit
G C S E
W H A T S K I L L S W I L L I L E A R N ?
Critical analysis Research Commercial and cultural awareness ofthe media Independence Theory and practical (website bui lders ,InDesign, Photoshop)Creativity
Media planner/Multimedia specialist/ Programme
Researcher / Broadcasting/film/video / Public
relations officer / Runner / Broadcasting / Film /
Video / Social Media Manager /
Television/film/video Producer / Graphic Designer
D E S T I N A T I O N S
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y
M U S I C
H O W W I L L I B E A S S E S S E D ?
B T E C
W H A T W I L L I S T U D Y ?
The Music Industry
Musical styles
Performance development
Theory of music
Creating your own composition
W H A T S K I L L S W I L L IL E A R N ?
No Exam 60% written courseworkcompleted at a number
of stages during thecourse
40% composition andperformance assessment
Do you enjoy playing an instrument or singing?
Are you creative and like working
with Garageband?
Can you rise to the challenge of continuous
assessment?
D E S T I N A T I O N S
Teamwork
Independent thinking
Stage Performance
Patience and self- discipline
Working to deadlines
Personal confidence
Music Artist / Music Production / Music
Technology / Session Musician /
Broadcast & Engineering / TV and Film
Production / Events / Management /
Education
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y
S P O R T S
Do you enjoy a variety of Sports? Do you participate in after school sports clubs? Do you enjoy learning about how trainingcan improve your performance in sport?
Know about the components of fitness,principles of training Explore different fitness training methodsInvestigate fitness testing to determinefitness levels
Four units:Fitness for Sport and Exercise
W H A T W I L L I S T U D Y ?
OrganisationTeamworkIndependenceCommunicationConfidenceLeadershipIT
H O W W I L L I B E A S S E S S E D ?
25% External exam
75% Coursework
Requirements: Participation in sport outsideof the lesson. Either school teams or local clubs in yourspare time.
B T E C L E V E L 1 / L E V E L 2 F I R S TA W A R D
W H A T S K I L L S W I L L I L E A R N ?
D E S T I N A T I O N S
Coaching & Sports Development / SportsPsychologist / Performance Analyst /Physiotherapy / Teaching / Healthcare / Nutrition
Understand the rules , regulations andscoring systems for selected sportsPractical ly demonstrate ski l ls , techniquesand tactics in selected sports Review sports performance
Practical Performance in Sport
Know about the short-term responsesand long-term adaptations of the body Systems to exerciseKnow about the different energysystems used during sports performance
The Sports Performer in Action
Design a personal f itness training programmeKnow about the musculoskeletal system andcardiorespiratory system and the effects on thebody during fitness trainingImplement self-designed personal f itnesstraining programme to achieve goals and
Applying the Principles of Personal Training
objectives
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y
P R O D U C TD E S I G N
H O W W I L L I B E A S S E S S E D ?
G C S E
W H A T W I L L I S T U D Y ?
Material properties
Design and make coursework
New and emerging technologies
SMART Materials
Sustainability
Environmental impact of design
Applied Maths and Science (20% of
written exam)
W H A T S K I L L S W I L L IL E A R N ?
50% Coursework50% Exam
Are you able to think creatively?
Are you a great problem solver?
Are you interested in becoming a
designer? D E S T I N A T I O N S
Problem Solving
CAD/CAM
Sketching and drawing
Analysis of problems and products
Creativity and Originality
Practical skills across a range of materials
Modern manufacturing skills such as laser
cutting and 3D printing
Practical skills using a range of techniques
Materials science and how things work
Engineering / Architecture & Design /
Fashion Industry: Designing, making,
illustration, photography / Textile Design:
Knitwear, Fabrics for Fashion, Upholstery /
Product Design: Product Development,
Packaging / Advertising
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y
S P A N I S H
Would you like to have a broaderoutlook on life? Are you interested ininternational relations and tradebetween other countries? Do you have an interest inunderstanding other cultures?
W H A T W I L L IS T U D Y ?
A life ski l l which you can apply in a
variety of countries
Communication ski l ls
Adaptabi l ity
Cultural awareness
The opportunity to travel and work
abroad
H O W W I L L I B E A S S E S S E D ?
G C S E
D E S T I N A T I O N S
Languages support careers in a range of areasincluding management / business / science /tourism / hospitality / civil service andgovernment roles / global development andcharity / education and training
Identity and culture
Local area, holiday and travel
Future aspirations, study and work
International and global dimension
School
W H A T S K I L L S W I L L IL E A R N ?
25% Listening andunderstanding 25% Speaking 25% Reading andunderstanding 25% Writing
100% Exam
N U R T U R E P A T H W A Y
Y E A R 9 O P T I O N S :
N E X T S T E P S . . .For the next two years you will be studying the courses you select
through the Options Process. It is therefore vital that you follow the
advice below.
DO... read the booklet carefully
DO... talk it over at home
DO... seek advice from the teachers who can help you
DO... select a subject which you’ll enjoy
DO... choose a subject which you think will be useful to you
later in life - whether for work or for leisure interests.
DO... think carefully about the amount of coursework and
exams you will have to do for the subjects you choose.
Y E A R 9 O P T I O N S :
It is important to note that you will increase the likelihood that you will be given a place on the desired
course by ensuring that:
…you and a parent or carer attend the Options Evening
…you complete the Options form by the published deadline
Still confused? You can make an appointment to speak to Ms Rout at any time
DO NOT... choose a subject simply because
you like the teacher. Choose the
subject, not the teacher
DO NOT...
choose a subject because other
people tell you it's only for boys or
only for girls.
DO NOT... choose a subject just because a
friend is choosing it.