Applied Learning and Employability (ALE)

At GCSE we offer the NCFE Technical Award in Business and Enterprise which is a vocational qualification that is accessible to a wide range of students. Throughout the qualification the students will have the opportunity to develop a broad and balanced understanding of the functional areas within a business and how they operate.

At A Level we offer the AQA Applied General Business and Edexcel Economics Specification A. Students complete a summer transition project to prepare. These courses give students essential insights into how organizations and the economy function. Students will develop analytical, decision-making, and evaluative skills directly applicable to the workplace or degree-level study across a range of subjects.

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This curriculum focuses on children (birth to 5 years), giving students a real insight into the challenges and responsibilities of child development and the systems involved.

Key topics include holistic development, care routines, early years policies, and the roles of practitioners. In line with our core value of Limitless Aspirations, we prepare students for careers in Child Care, Health and Social Care, Psychology, and related fields. Our relationship with Norland Nannies highlights the potential for a financially rewarding career by striving to be the best.

Revision and Support:

There are a number of ways you can support your daughter with her Child Development:

• Ensure your daughter completes any reading homework within the deadline so they do not fall behind and can access the topics/themes studied in class time.
• Assist her to find a work experience place for enrichment week in July.
• Encourage her to do well – good GCSE grades in a wide variety of subjects will help her achieve her ambitions

Our Computing curriculum aims to foster a love of learning and limitless development in Computer Science. We focus on developing computational thinking and coding skills, crucial for problem-solving and success in today’s hyper-connected world.

At KS3, we prepare students for a technology-driven future by deepening their understanding beyond digital interfaces. The curriculum plays a pivotal role in promoting online safety and responsible social media use.

As a girls’ school, we actively challenge stereotypes to encourage high engagement. We offer various enrichment activities to promote Computing as a viable career choice and ensure students are prepared to progress successfully through GCSE and A-Level Computing.

Revision and Support:

To help support your daughter at home you can help by:

• Helping give praise and encouragement for the work she is showing you.
• Paying a keen interest in what she is doing in her computing lessons, often she will be able to show you what she is working on.
• Asking her to explain the most recent topic she is covering to you.

This curriculum focuses on human growth and development across all life stages (from infancy to later adulthood), giving students a real insight into the physiological, emotional, and social needs of individuals and the health and social care systems involved.

Key topics include physical and psychological development, care values, public health, equality and rights, and the roles of healthcare professionals. In line with our core value of Limitless Aspirations, we prepare students for careers in Nursing, Midwifery, Social Work, Paramedic Science, Occupational Therapy, and related fields. Our strong links with local healthcare providers and visiting sector workers highlight the vast opportunities to make a meaningful difference while pursuing a rewarding professional pathway.

Revision and Support:

There are a number of ways you can support your daughter with her Health and Social Care studies:

• Ensure your daughter completes any coursework and reading within the deadline so she stays on track with key healthcare concepts, legislation, and case studies.
• Assist her in securing a relevant work experience or placement opportunity for enrichment week in July to gain real-world exposure to care environments.
• Encourage her to follow current health and social care topics in the news to deepen her understanding of real-world practices and policies.