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Value Diversity; |
Strive for Excellence |
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The School Curriculum: |
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Key Stage 3 Curriculum: KEY STAGE 3 (11-14 year olds) |
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The following subjects are studied:
English, Mathematics, Science, Art, Technology, Information Communications Technology (ICT), French or German, Geography, History, Contemporary Issues, Physical Education, Performing Arts (Music and Drama), Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE). |
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Key Stage 4 Curriculum: KEY STAGE 3 (14-16 year olds) |
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The following subjects are compulsory:
English Language and Literature, Mathematics, Science, Technology, French or German, ICT, Physical Education, PSHE (within Tutorial Programme). The choice of a Humanities Subject (History, Geography, Contemporary Issues or Travel and Tourism) is encouraged.
Pupils are then expected to complete their timetable with the choice of a selection of vocational GCSEs. Please view the Oxclose Options Website (new version) for further details.
Choices include; Diplomas, BTEC, OCR Nationals, NVQ Level 1 and 2, GCSEs. |
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Post-16 Curriculum: |
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Oxclose Community School offers a full range of post-16 courses (ranging from A-Levels to vocational courses) through our partnership with the City of Sunderland College and the new 'state of the art' Usworth Sixth Form College.
Please contact Usworth Sixth Form College for more details.
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Extra-Curricular Activities: |
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OUT OF HOURS LEARNING:
Our Out of Hours learning programme is extensive and expanding continuously. A host of activities take place, some before school but most after school and in the evening. They are open to all pupils and include the following: |
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(This is a flavour rather than a complete list as our clubs grow with the times.)
The school produces regular theatrical and musical presentations where large numbers of students take part.
In addition there are many opportunities for students to become involved in community activities supervised by the Community Tutor. Oxclose Community Association and the Oxclose Youth Project are two such activity groups; there are others. For further information please contact Mrs. Shela Nugent (site Manager), during office hours. |
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Dance 