Creative and professional

Explores health, social care and early years provision, including human development, care values and communication skills. A strong starting point for careers in care, nursing and social work.

Examines physical, mental and social wellbeing, covering nutrition, exercise, relationships and personal development. Equips learners with knowledge to make informed, healthy life choices.

Combines the study of anatomy, physiology, training and sport psychology with the development of practical performance. Encourages healthy, active lifestyles and analytical understanding of sport.

Introduces the hospitality industry, covering food preparation, customer service, health and safety, and event planning. A practical foundation for careers in hospitality and tourism.

Builds practical ICT skills including spreadsheets, databases, presentations and online communication, alongside an understanding of the impact of technology on society and the workplace.

Covers computational thinking, programming, algorithms, data representation and computer systems. Learners write and debug code while understanding how digital technology shapes the modern world.

Explores how businesses are set up, organised and managed, covering marketing, finance, operations and human resources. Ideal preparation for advanced business studies or entrepreneurship.

Develops creative and technical skills across drawing, painting, design and mixed media. Learners build a personal portfolio while exploring visual communication, artistic processes and the work of other artists.

Introduces the principles of financial record-keeping, from double-entry bookkeeping to preparing income statements and balance sheets. Builds the numerical accuracy and analytical skills needed for further study in accounting and finance.