The curriculum at St. Peter’s has been designed to ensure all pupils develop academically, spiritually, morally, socially and physically. As part of the curriculum, the government expects schools to promote the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs. As a Catholic school, St. Peter’s embeds those values through its ethos and mission statement, which extends to all activities in school, within and outside the taught curriculum.
Further information about the curriculum will be made available to pupils when they make their subject choices for KS4 and KS5. If subject specific information is required, please contact the relevant subject leader. Any other enquiries should be addressed to Mrs Crees, Senior Assistant Headteacher (Finance, Curriculum and Timetabling).
In years 7, 8 and 9, all pupils study the statutory National Curriculum subjects; Mathematics, English, Science, MFL, Geography, History, Art and Design, Design Technology, Music and Citizenship in addition to the non-statutory subjects Drama, Religious Education, Personal Development and Computing. In the Spring Term of Year 9 pupils select which optional subjects they will study in Years 10 and 11.
In years 10 and 11, all pupils continue to follow a core programme of Mathematics, English Language and English Literature, Religious Education, Science, PE and Personal Development and Citizenship. At KS4 Science GCSEs are offered in Biology, Chemistry and Physics, as well as Combined Science.
The majority of pupils will study the core curriculum plus:
- A Modern Foreign Language (French, German or Spanish)
- A humanities subject (History or Geography)
The following optional subjects are available:
- A second humanities subject (History or Geography)
- A second Modern Foreign Language (French, German or Spanish)
- Art and Design
- Business Studies
- Catering
- Computer Science
- Dance
- Drama
- Health and Social Care
- Music
- PE/Sport
- Product Design (Resistant Materials or Textiles)
- Sociology
Work experience is a vital part of Key Stage 4. It gives pupils an insight into the world of work and can help to influence post –16 choices and career plans. All Year 10 pupils spend a week taking part in Work Experience. Placements vary a great deal and have included experiences in the Army, offices, nurseries and schools, theatres, engineering companies, catering, journalism, archaeology, the RAF, banking, travel agencies and so on.
A wide range of subjects are offered at St. Peter’s Sixth Form. Pupils select three subjects to study over two years. All pupils have the option to study AS Level Core Maths in Y12. Pupils studying Mathematics may wish to study Further Mathematics as a fourth subject.
All pupils will study the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) or Christian Living as part of their religious and vocational education. Pupils can choose from a range of enrichment activities, such as supporting in KS3 lessons, paired reading, peer mentoring/mediation or PE.
Extracurricular Activities Autumn Term 2022-2023
Research indicates that participation in extracurricular activities positively correlates with pupils’ development both academically and personally.
Pupils who participate in extracurricular activities:
- have greater levels of academic achievement
- improve their character development by giving them skills required for personal success, such as leadership skills, time-management skills, and the ability to accept constructive criticism
- have increased self-esteem and resiliency
- have cultivated their social development
- experience the importance of community involvement
The benefits include increased confidence, a real aspiration to go onto higher or further education, more soft skills and a sense of wellbeing and belonging. Playing team sports, doing voluntary work, joining a club or singing in a band are also vital in developing networks.
The following comments have been made publicly:
- “One of the best things about school is being able to try out new things, whether that’s playing in the football team, learning to play the drums or joining the chess club.”
- “Activities beyond the classroom inspire children to be part of a team, compete with others and give them a sense of pride.”
- “For some, they help overcome shyness or a lack of confidence.”
- “Extracurricular activities mean that pupils can learn soft skills such as listening to others, speaking well and problem solving.”
- STEM club starting after October half term Location TBC, day TBC
- Mask Club Starting after October half term Location D1.8, day TBC
| School Field | Other |
Monday 15:00 – 16:00
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Tuesday Lunchtime
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| KS3 DT Club (E1.3) |
Tuesday 15:00 – 16:00 | KS3 Girls Football Years 9 and 10 Girls Netball Year 7 Boys Football | KS3 Creative Writing Club (B1.6)
KS3 Food Club (G1.2) |
Wednesday 15:00 – 16:00
| Years 7 and 8 Girls Netball Year 9 Boys Football Year 10 Boys Football | KS3 Coding Club (B2.7)
Year 12 ‘International Committee/Club’ (B1.7). To begin after October half term. |
Thursday 15:00 – 16:00 | Year 8 Boys Football
Year 11 Boys Football | KS3 Art Club (D1.6/D1.7)
Year 12 ‘International Committee/Club’ (B1.7). To begin after October half term. |
Friday 15:00 – 16:00
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Activities | Subject Area | Lead Teacher(s) to contact for further details |
KS3 Creative Writing Club | English | Miss Sudworth |
KS3 Coding Club | ICT | Mr Branson |
KS3 Food Club | DT – Catering | Mrs Morris-Walcott |
KS3 Art Club | Art | Mrs Wesley-Worrall/ Mrs Griffin |
KS3 DT Club | DT – Product Design | Mrs Sanders |
Year 7 & 8 Girls Netball | PE | Mr McMahon |
Year 9 & 10 Girls Netball | PE | Mr McMahon |
KS3 Girls Football | PE | Mr McMahon |
Year 7 Boys Football | PE | Mr McMahon |
Year 8 Boys Football | PE | Mr McMahon |
Year 9 Boys Football | PE | Mr McMahon |
Year 10 Football | PE | Mr McMahon |
Year 11 Boys Football | PE | Mr McMahon |
Year 12 International Club/Committee | Sixth Form | Mr Clinton/ Miss Sudworth |
STEM Club | Science | TBC |
Mask Club | Science | Mr Kent |
