Curriculum 2023-2024
Our flexible, student-centered curriculum is at the heart of all we do. It is designed to engage learners, promote a love of learning and confidence with CODE. We have identified that all Caludon students, particularly disadvantaged and SEND learners, benefit from a contextualised curriculum that integrates oracy, reading and digital literacy to support high future aspirations.
In years 7 and 8, students experience the full range of subjects, giving them a broad and balanced foundation for their learning. They are already involved in shaping their curriculum through the choice of modern foreign language studied and are able to opt to study a second language in year 8.
In year 9 students are encouraged to influence their own learning further, by making choices in some curricular areas with the aim of increasing their motivation. This prepares them for the process of opting for the courses to study towards external examinations in years 10 and 11. We want students to realise their full potential and they are guided through choosing the best four subjects for them to study, in addition to the core subjects of Maths, English, Science, History, Geography and PE.
In the sixth form, students following a level 3 course (A levels and equivalent) will usually opt for 3 subjects. They are supported by the sixth form team to choose an individual programme of study, which will give them the best chance of success, enjoyment and future opportunities. We also offer a one year course for students, who need to retake Maths and/or English.
For further information about the curriculum, contact Miss McManus, the deputy head teacher responsible on stmcmanusv@caludoncastle.co.uk
YEAR 7
| English | 4 | Maths | 4 | Science | 3 |
| French or Spanish | 2 | History | 2 | Drama | 1 |
| Art | 1 | Geography | 1 | Music | 1 |
| PE | 3 | Philosophy | 1 | Food/Technology Carousel | 1 |
| Computing | 1 | ||||
| TOTAL | 25 |
YEAR 8
| English | 4 | Maths | 4 | Science | 3 |
| French or Spanish (as studied in Year 7) | 2 | History | 2 | Geography | 2 |
| Art | 1 | Drama | 1 | PE | 2 |
| Philosophy/ Food Technology Carousel | 1 | Computing | 1 | Music | 1 |
| Design Technology | 1 | Literacy for some | 1 | ||
| TOTAL | 25 |
YEAR 9
Core subjects:
| English | 4 | Maths | 4 | Science | 4 |
| Philosophy/Computing Carousel | 1 | PE | 2 | History | 1 or 2 |
| Geography | 1 or 2 |
(2 PERIODS EACH) FROM:CHOICE OF 3 OR 4 OPTIONS (TECHNOLOGY, EXPRESSIVE ARTS, LANGUAGES)
| Art | Music | Dance | Drama |
| Art and Drama | Drama and Music | Spanish | French |
| Textiles | Food Technology | Food Technology and Textiles | Design Technology | Food Technology & Design Technology |
15 Core
10 Options
25 Total
YEAR 10
Core Subjects
| English | 4 | Maths | 4 |
| Science | 4 | PE | 1 |
Choice of 4 options
| Art and Design | Photography |
| Business | Media Studies |
| Performing Arts | Triple Sciences |
| French | Sociology |
| Geography | Spanish |
| Health and Social Care | Food Preparation and Nutrition |
| History | Design & Technology |
| Creative iMedia | Sport |
| Music | Textiles |
13 Core
12 Options
25 Total
YEAR 11
| English | 4 | Maths | 4 |
| Science | 4 | PE | 1 |
Continue with 4 option choices from Year 10
| Art and Design | Music |
| Business | Triple Science |
| Performing Arts | Sociology |
| French | Spanish |
| Geography | Sport |
| Health and Social Care | Food Preparation and Nutrition |
| History | Design & Technology |
| Creative iMedia | Textiles |
| Media Studies | |
| Photography |
13 Core
12 Options
25 Total
YEAR 12 AND 13: courses running at Caludon Sept 2023
| Course | Qual | Year | Course | Qual | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art | AS&A | 12/13 | Digital iMedia | BTEC | 12/13 |
| Biology | A Level | 12/13 | Mathematics | A Level | 12/13 |
| Business | BTEC | 12/13 | Media | A Level | 12 |
| Chemistry | A Level | 12/13 | Philosophy | A Level | 12/13 |
| Drama | A Level | 12/13 | Photography | AS&A | 12/13 |
| Economics | A Level | 12/13 | Physics | A Level | 12/13 |
| English Literature | A Level | 12/13 | Psychology | A Level | 12/13 |
| English Language | A Level | 12 | Science | BTEC | 12/13 |
| Eng Lang/Lit | A Level | 12/13 | Sociology | A Level | 12/13 |
| Further Maths | A Level | 12/13 | Spanish | A Level | 12/13 |
| Geography | A Level | 12/13 | Sport BTEC Level 3 | BTEC | 12/13 |
| Health & Social (Applied) | AS&A | 12/13 | Technology | A Level | 12/13 |
| History | A Level | 12/13 | Travel and Tourism | BTEC | 12/13 |
Full-time students need 580 hours during the year. As well as subject lessons, this includes:
Tutor time, personal development, mentoring, assembly, enrichment (students do 25 hours during Year 12), exam revision, Skills lessons and a week’s work experience.
Students in year 12 all do one hour a week of Skills, which includes skills for sixth form study; current affairs and developing cultural capital and the opportunity to do an EPQ.
