KS4
At Broadfield, we are committed to providing the best possible education for our students, tailored to their individual needs and interests.
KS4 Accreditations
Entering KS4, we conduct a thorough assessment to evaluate pupils access to the curriculum and determine the most suitable courses to meet their individual needs.
Our goals:
- Ensure pupils achieve an accreditation that reflects their abilities and progress
- Consolidate the skills and knowledge they learned in KS3
- Ensure subject options provide relevant career skills and opportunities
Courses are 1 – 2 years in duration and our dedicated teachers provide guidance on finding the best course for your child based on their interests and which curriculum pathway they follow.
Courses our pupils will take
There is a range of different courses, accreditations and subjects that students will be able to study depending on the curriculum pathway that they follow. Students whom follow the Formal and Functional curricula will both study compulsory core subjects but will have different additional optional subjects as well as varying types and levels of accreditations.
Curriculum Pathways
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Formal Curriculum Compulsory Subjects: English, Maths, Science, Computing, RE, PE, Preparing for Adulthood, Citizenship, Sex and Relationships, Thrive
Optional Subjects: WJEC Entry Pathways, BTEC, GCSE under exceptional circumstances
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Functional Curriculum Compulsory Subjects: English, Maths, Science, Computing, RE, PE, Preparing for Adulthood, Citizenship, Sex and Relationships, Thrive
Optional Subjects: Personal Progress, additional WJEC qualification based on teacher's discretion
Levels of Qualification
Personal Progress – The Personal Progress (PP) qualifications have been designed to address the needs of learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), working at Entry 1 or below. The qualifications ensure that all learners are given the same opportunities to access
appropriate and relevant education to develop new skills and improve their life outcomes.
Entry level
- Each Entry Level qualification is available at three sub-levels – 1, 2 and 3. Entry level 3 is the most difficult.
Level 1
- Level 1 qualifications are: GCSE Grades 3, 2, 1.
- Edexcel Functional Skills Maths Level 1 (Equivalent to a GCSE Grade 1-3 or Grade D- G)
- Edexcel Functional Skills English Level 1 (Equivalent to a GCSE Grade 1-3 or Grade D- G)
Level 2
- Level 2 qualifications are: GCSE Grades 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4 or grades A*, A, B, C
- Edexcel Functional Skills Maths Level 2 (Equivalent to a GCSE Grade 4-9 or Grade A*- C)
- Edexcel Functional Skills English Level 2 (Equivalent to a GCSE Grade 4-9 or Grade A* – C)
For more detailed information on the subject content and levels, please use the links below: