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THE CURRICULUM
In the Broad General Education phase , all S3 pupils will continue to study English and Maths and a Modern Language at an appropriate level . In addition to these subjects all pupils have a “ core curriculum ” which includes Social Education , Religious & Moral Education , Physical Education , Tutor Group and a Wider Achievement opportunity . During S3 , pupils will also experience interdisciplinary learning opportunities where they have the opportunity to not only develop new skills but also use their existing skills in new ways . All pupils in the Broad General Education phase are recommended to experience learning across as broad a curriculum as possible , encompassing languages , mathematics , sciences , social studies , expressive arts , health & wellbeing and technologies .
Curriculum Area Language & Literacy
Subjects
English Modern Languages French , German Maths & Numeracy Mathematics Science Social Subjects
Biology , Chemistry , Physics , Science Geography , History , Modern Studies
Expressive Arts Art & Design , Drama , Music , Creative Industries
Administration , Business Management , Computing Science , Technologies Construction , Design & Manufacture , Graph Com , Health & Food
Technology , Hospitality , Engineering Science Health & Wellbeing Physical Education ; Personal & Social Education , Religious & Moral Education
Religious , Moral & Philosophical Studies ( RMPS )
An outline of course content , aims , objectives and levels of study are contained in this booklet . Internal school assessment will continue and , as in S1 and S2 , you will receive individual subject and tracking reports on your son / daughter ’ s progress throughout the year .
During S3 , the majority of pupils will be working on Third / Fourth Level Outcomes in their chosen subjects and preparing for entry into their Senior Phase of S4 where they will embark upon their first set of National Qualifications .
During S3 and S4 decisions will be made , based on attainment levels , progress and school tracking data , as to which level pupils will be presented for their qualifications at the end of S4 . The levels of presentation are as follows :
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