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The Heathland School

The Heathland School

Key Stage 5 Curriculum Overview

At The Heathland School, our Sixth Form curriculum extends beyond academic qualifications and provides a comprehensive programme of personal development, enrichment and preparation for adult life. Our provision reflects relevant statutory requirements and Department for Education guidance and supports students’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural (SMSC) development, fundamental British values and their understanding of life in modern Britain.

All Sixth Form students receive age-appropriate provision covering Religious Education (RE), Relationships and Sex Education (RSE), Health Education and Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) education. This is delivered through a combination of the Sixth Form programme, assemblies, tutor time, enrichment activities, external speakers and specialist support. Students explore themes including healthy and respectful relationships, physical and mental wellbeing, safeguarding, equality and diversity, religious and non-religious worldviews, financial awareness, online safety, careers and employability, democracy, individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance, and preparation for independent adult life.

Careers education, information, advice and guidance are embedded throughout the Sixth Form experience. Students are supported to make informed decisions about higher education, apprenticeships, degree apprenticeships and employment and are provided with opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for their next steps.

Social action and active citizenship are important elements of our enrichment programme. Students are encouraged to contribute positively to the school and wider community through Charity Week, Culture Day, voluntary mentoring, community work, volunteering and fundraising activities. These opportunities enable students to demonstrate leadership, teamwork, responsibility and service to others while developing an understanding of different cultures, communities and perspectives.

 

 

 

There are clear lines of progression from Year 11 to Year 12, and the Key Stage 5 curriculum is designed to enable pupils to choose an A Level or Vocational route to university, apprenticeship or employment. Our wide range of A Levels provides a strong platform for pupils to embark on a range of courses and pathways. A range of combinations of subjects is possible. Our choice of  T level Business Management and Administration reflects the aspirations of our pupils and the employment opportunities in the local area.  

Further information about the courses on offer and the entry criteria can be found here

Courses which are available:

  • A Level Art
  • A Level Biology
  • A Level Business Studies
  • A Level Chemistry
  • A Level Computer Science
  • A Level Economics
  • A Level English Literature
  • A Level French
  • A Level Further Mathematics
  • A Level Geography
  • A Level Government & Politics
  • A Level History
  • A Level Mathematics
  • A Level Media Studies
  • A Level Physics
  • A Level Physical Education
  • A Level Philosophy, Ethics and Religion
  • A Level Photography
  • A Level Psychology
  • A Level Spanish
  • A Level Sociology
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business Studies
  • T level Business Management and Administration 

 

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