Welcome to our Year 9 Options webpage! This is an important milestone in your child’s education, and your engagement underscores the significant role you play in guiding them through this crucial decision-making process. The choices your child makes now will lay the groundwork for the next phase of their academic journey. These choices will influence the subjects they study, the skills they develop, and the opportunities they pursue in the future. Whether they head towards further education, vocational training, or a career, these decisions are pivotal in shaping their future.
On this webpage, you’ll find all the information and guidance needed to support your child effectively. Explore insights from passionate teachers, delve into each subject's content and expectations, and see how the available options align with your child’s interests, strengths, and future aspirations.
We understand the importance of this process and the challenges it may present, but rest assured, you are not alone. Where you are unsure please ask questions so that together, we can help your child make informed and thoughtful decisions that will empower them to thrive.
Thank you for your continued encouragement and support. Your involvement is invaluable as we guide your child through this exciting stage of their education.
This booklet contains important information about the options subjects including the content studied and how students will be assessed during and at the end of the course.
Kind regards
Marc Cologne
Principal
Welcome to our year 9 options page, below you will find short videos introducing each subject. Please take some time to view the videos and discuss the available subjects with your child.