STEM Extension

For students drawn to science and engineering: separate sciences, further maths and a weekly lab project alongside the core GCSE subjects.

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The STEM Extension runs alongside the Core GCSE Pathway for students who want more time in the laboratory and the workshop.

What it adds

Separate biology, chemistry and physics GCSEs, plus an additional qualification in further mathematics.

A double lesson every Thursday afternoon for an extended practical project, supervised by a science teacher and a technician.

Recent project themes

Measuring air quality around the campus over a full term
Building and testing small wind turbines
Designing a water filter from low-cost materials

Who it suits

Students who enjoy problem solving and are comfortable with a slightly heavier workload. Places are agreed with the head of science in the third year.

Program details

Stage

Upper years

Ages

14 to 16

Class size

Up to 14

Questions about this program? Our admissions team can arrange a call with the head of the stage.

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Lower years

Lower School Discovery

Second and third year study that widens the curriculum: separate sciences, a second language option, design and a cross-subject project each term.

Upper years

Core GCSE Pathway

A balanced two year GCSE programme of nine or ten subjects, with English, maths and science at the core and four options chosen by the student.

Sixth form

A Level Sciences

Biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics taught in small sixth form groups, with university style practical work and a research project.