Senior School Curriculum

A Curriculum Built Around Every Student

At Bredon, education isn’t one-size-fits-all. We offer three educational pathways for students choosing their options in year 10: Academic, Creative and Vocational. Students can follow a route that suits their strengths, interests and aspirations.

YEAR 1O OPTIONS

Whether your child is aiming for university, an apprenticeship or jumping straight into a career after finishing school, they’ll find a programme that works best for them.

At Bredon, we don’t just prepare students for exams – we prepare them for life.

Core Subjects Taught by Specialists

At Bredon, all of our students study Maths and English. As a dyslexia specialist school, we understand that these subjects can present challenges. To support our students, we provide a wide range of assistive technology designed to help them succeed in these areas. We also embed Specialist Learning Sessions (SLS), delivered by SpLD-qualified teachers, into every student’s timetable, with the additional opportunity for students to choose SLS as an option subject from Key Stage 4.

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Years 7–9: Building Strong Foundations

A Dynamic, Skills-Based Curriculum

In Years 7–9, students experience a broad and engaging curriculum designed to build confidence and curiosity.

Core Subjects:

English and Maths: Taught daily to build strong literacy and numeracy skills
Science: Four weekly sessions focused on hands-on discovery

The Wider Curriculum Includes:

Geography and History
Religious Studies and Philosophy & Ethics
ICT and Design Technology
Engineering and Catering
Art, Sport and Outdoor Education
Agriculture
PSHCE (Personal, Health, Social and Citizenship Education)

Teachers use multi-sensory and practical methods to engage students with different learning styles, especially those with dyslexia.

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Years 10–11: Tailored Learning for the Future

Three Pathways for Progress

All students study:

English
Mathematics

Apart from that, our flexible curriculum enables students to choose from over 25 subjects, combining core academics with practical qualifications.

Academic Pathway: GCSEs in subjects like English, Maths, Science, Geography, and Languages
Creative Pathway: Art, Music, Drama, Design
Vocational Pathway: City & Guilds and BTEC qualifications in areas such as Engineering, Catering and Agriculture

Students are encouraged to mix and match subjects from across the pathways – allowing them to craft a programme that reflects their interests and goals.

With expert support, each student works toward their own version of success.

YEAR 10 OPTIONS

Our Year 11 Exam Support Programme

Our Year 11 Exam Support Programme

Helping Students Prepare with Confidence

We know that exam years can feel overwhelming. That’s why our structured Exam Support Programme is designed to boost confidence, improve outcomes and reduce stress.

Head Start Sessions: Small group sessions (max 4 students) led by Heads of English, Maths and Science. Tailored revision focused on key topics.
Bitesize Revision: Lunchtime sessions (Tues–Thurs) covering core content and exam technique. Reinforces Year 10 learning and improves recall.
Prep Sessions: Evening study for Day and Boarding students in English, Maths and Science. Teacher-led, active revision time (Tues–Thurs, 4.30–5.30pm).

At Bredon, students are supported not only to succeed but to feel ready, equipped and capable.

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