Why choose to study GCSEs at Earlscliffe?
GCSE qualifications are widely recognised by universities and employers around the world.
The GCSE curriculum encourages critical thinking, problem-solving and in-depth knowledge, making it an ideal pathway for further education in the UK, including A-Levels or the IB.
The One Year GCSE programme enables students to focus on GCSE subjects that prepare them for their intended A-level subjects and further university studies.
All students study Cambridge Assessment English or IGCSE English (First Language) and GCSE Mathematics and take examinations in these subjects.
All students have non-examined Sport as well as Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) lessons within their timetables.
In addition to the above, students choose one of the additional GCSE combinations:
A | Target | Architecture, Engineering (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical) | ||||
Subjects | English | Maths | Physics | Chemistry | Art |
B | Target | Fashion, Design, Art, Digital Media | ||||
Subjects | English | Maths | Art | Business | Modern Foreign Language* |
C | Target | Business, Management | ||||
Subjects | English | Maths | Business | Geography | Modern Foreign Language* |
D | Target | Law, International Relations, Economics, Politics | ||||
Subjects | English | Maths | Geography | History | Modern Foreign Language* |
E | Target | Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science, Biological Sciences, Chemical Engineering. | ||||
Subjects | English | Maths | Biology | Chemistry | Physics |
*The equivalent of a native level language proficiency is required.
GCSE programmes comprise:
- Small groups
- English plus academic subjects
- Designed for international students
- UK Year 11 equivalent for ages 15+
- English language development
- Physical education
- Personal, social and health education
- Academic enrichment opportunities on a Wednesday afternoon and after school