The Sutton AcademyProspectus

Key Stage 4 Years 10 and 11: Key Stage 4, studied in Years 10 and 11, offers students a diverse choice of subjects to study for 2 years. These subjects are selected to further diversify the curriculum they study in Key Stage 3 and allows students to study subjects in further detail for which they have a particular passion or interest. We highly value a robust academic curriculum so Key Stage 4 is centred on the English Baccalaureate. When selecting their GCSE options, students are guided to select from one of three different pathways, but we believe strongly that pathways are used to guide students in the option process. Key Stage 5 Years 12 and 13: As an 11-18 academy, our Sixth Form offers continuity from Year 11 with clear progression pathways to further study. We offer a wide range of academic and vocational courses, with students able to choose a blend of qualifications to suit their aspirations. The curriculum is built with our students’ aspirations in mind, giving students the opportunity to study complementary qualifications preparing them for future careers in a variety of different settings such as STEM or Clinical Care. Students who wish to opt to study a more diverse range of subjects are able to do so. Key Stage 3 Years 7, 8 and 9: In Key Stage 3, students follow the National Curriculum ensuring a broad and balanced range of subjects with an emphasis on developing literacy and numeracy. Key Stage 3 is designed with an academic focus on knowledge and skills needed to succeed in Key Stage 4 and 5 but also in life after leaving the academy. A personalised AEN curriculum is in place for those students who need extra support to access mainstream learning. The breadth of the National Curriculum is still covered but lessons are also dedicated to Social Skills, organisational skills and Numeracy/Literacy.