MX Elects
In Year 9, students begin to consider which subjects they intent to continue studying into Years 10 and 11, placing a priority upon those subjects that will support their intended post-16 destination.
They elect for the subjects that they feel will benefit them most, adding value and character to the person that they want to become.
Alongside our goals for excellence and in line with government specifications, we expect every student to study a minimum of eight qualifications during Year 10 and 11.
The Electives
All students will study for five GCSEs across:
- English Language
- English Literature
- Mathematics
- Combined Science: Trilogy
All students will also study RSHE and Core PE which are not examined.
Students will study three additional Electives at Level 2.
Within these three Electives, every student must select either Geography or History, (or both) to complete their core curriculum offer.
- Computer Science (Pathway 1 only)
- Digital Information & Technology
- Art
- 3D Design
- Photography
- Child Development
- Drama
- Geography
- Health & Fitness
- History
- Hospitality & Catering
- Media Studies
- Music
- Psychology
- Spanish (compulsory on Pathway 1)
Pathways
PATHWAY 1
- Students all study Spanish
- CS / Gg / Hi
- If students choose CS then they must also choose Gg or Hi
PATHWAY 2
- Must study Geography or History (or both)
- Must choose at least two other options
Key Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 13 February 2025 | Year 9 PCE & MX Elects Launch |
| 14 February 2025 | Year 9 Website Launch and Parent Letter |
| 24 February 2025 | Extra-curricular Electives (Fortnight) |
| 06 March 2025 | MX Elects SLT Interview Training |
| 07 March 2025 | MX Elects Deadline (Online Form) |
| 10 March 2025 | MX Elects Interviews (SLT - Fortnight) |
| 24 March 2025 | Parental Concern Meetings (SLT) |
| 03 April 2025 | MX Elects Confirmed (Assembly) |
| 19 May 2025 | Electives Trial? |
| 16 June 2025 | Timetable Update(?) / Additional Electives |
| 04 July 2025 | MX Elects Finalised for 2025/2026 |