secondary2The Secondary department covers children from age 11 onwards, and builds on the achievements of the Primary department.

Studies at ages 11 - 14

From Years 7 - 9 (ages 11 - 14) students study the same range of subjects as Primary, with the addition of French from Year 7 (age 11). However, all lessons are taught by a series of subject specialists. Students of non-Spanish nationality study Spanish as a second language. Students of Spanish nationality validate their studies by following courses in Spanish and Valencian Language, Literature, Social Sciences according to the curriculum set by the Spanish Ministry of Education.

Towards the end of Year 9, students take INSIGHT tests in English, Mathematics and Science.

Choices at ages 14 - 16

From Year 10 (age 14), students continue with up to 9 subjects in preparation for the examinations of the Cambridge or Edexcel International General Certificates of Secondary Education (IGCSE). All students are required to study English Language, Mathematics, Science and Spanish. In addition, they have a certain freedom to choose which subjects they prefer and feel will be the most useful for their future career. Further options, such as Business Studies, are available at this stage.

The IGCSE examinations are taken towards the end of Year 11, although some subjects may be taken at the end of Year 10.

Power Point Presentations for 2012/2013

 Key Stage 3 PowerPoint Presentation

 Key Stage 4 PowerPoint Presentation

 Key Stage 5 PowerPoint Presentation

 

Curriculum Outlines

Year 7 Curriculum Outline Year 8 Curriculum Outline Year 9 Curriculum Outline
Year 10 Curriculum Outline Year 11 Curriculum Outline Year 12 Curriculum Outline
Year 13 Curriculum Outline