Teaching and Learning There is a learning culture across the college and all students make outstanding progress. The College is consistently identified as being a high value added school both by the DFES and West Sussex County Council. Last year we were in the top 150 secondary schools across England and Wales for the progress students make. Two of our staff have been recognised as being the best in their field in the whole South East of England in the Teacher of the Year Competition. Our exam results have increased dramatically and a record number of students go on to university. We are proud of our students' achievements. |
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The college curriculum covers the National Curriculum and ensures that every student experiences an education which is broad, balanced, relevant and appropriate to their needs. At Key Stage 3, all students study English, Mathematics, Science, Art and Design, Citizenship, Dance, Design Technology, Drama, French, Geography, History, Information Technology, Music, Physical Education and Religious Education. Students are placed in groups which reflect their level of knowledge and understanding. Close liaison with feeder schools ensures continuity of progression. Student progress is reviewed regularly through assessment of classwork, homework and formal testing where appropriate. During Year 9, students make choices of option subjects for study up to GCSE level. Students in Years 10 and 11 follow a curriculum which provides both a good general education and is relevant to the individual’s own interests, aptitudes and career aspirations. |
At present all students in Years 10 and 11 follow courses in English Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Science, Citizenship, Physical Education and Information Technology. In addition to these, students currently choose subjects from Art and Design, Business, Ceramics, Dance, Drama, French, Geography, German, Graphics, Health and Social Care, History, Information Technology, Learning Support, Leisure and Tourism, Music, Physical Education, Religious Education, Resistant Materials, Spanish and Textiles. |
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