Subjects
Please view the links below for information on the curriculum in KS3 and KS4
Lower School Key Stage 3: Years 7, 8 and 9
The curriculum consists of English, Maths, Science, Technology, ICT, Modern Foreign Languages, History, Geography, Art, Music, Dance, Drama, PE and RS. Please note that ICT and Citizenship are also taught through a number of subject areas.
Upper School Key Stage 4: Years 10 and 11
Curriculum information can be found in the booklets below:
In Years 10 and 11, all pupils follow a common core of examination courses in English, Mathematics and Science. There are also additional core courses, Physical Education and Personal, Social and Health Education (which includes Religious Studies and Citizenship).
In addition to this pupils can choose optional courses covering Modern Foreign Languages, Humanities, and two free choices.
Thornden is committed to providing both a broad and balanced curriculum for all pupils, whilst retaining a real degree of choice. One major advantage of Thornden’s situation as a fairly large school is that we are able to offer a substantial variety of courses.