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Exciting Challenging Curriculum
Designed for the future, Bedford Academy students study a broad and balanced
range of subjects. Our curriculum is structured to meet the needs of all our
students to ensure all accelerate their progress in learning. We will prepare
our students to meet the challenges of life in our fast changing world.
KEY STAGE 3: YEARS 7 AND 8
Core Subjects
Foundation Subjects
English
Mathematics
Science
Personal and Cultural Development
Physical Education
Art
Drama
Food Technology
French
Geography
History
Computer Science
Music
Religious Studies
Resistant Materials
Students will study all the foundation subjects duringYears 7 and 8.This will ensure they are
able to make the best possible decision about the Option subjects they wish to choose for
their Key Stage 4 curriculum. Students will have the opportunity to learn French.
KEY STAGE 4: YEARS 9, 10 AND 11
Core Subjects
Optional Foundation Subjects
English
Mathematics
Science
Personal and Cultural Development
Physical Education
Art and Design
Business Studies
Child Development
Dance
Drama
Food Technology
French
Geography
Graphic Design
Health and Social Care
History
Hospitality and Catering
Computer Science
Media Studies
Music
PE
Performing Arts
Religious Studies
Resistant Materials
Sociology
Sport
Textiles
DuringYear 9 students will be supported by individual advice and guidance to make choices about
the foundation subjects they wish to study inYears 10 and 11. Students would usually choose three
or four subjects in which to specialise, in addition to their core curriculum.All students who wish
to can study all the English Baccalaureate subject areas.
KEY STAGE 5: YEARS 12 AND 13
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Biology
Chemistry
Economics
English Literature
Geography
Government and Politics
History
Maths
Media Studies
Photography
Physics
Psychology
Sociology
Art and Design
Business
Creative Media
Health and Social Care
ICT
Performing Arts
Science
Sport
Our Sixth Form provision is rapidly expanding, with new courses being added to our curriculum
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would normally choose three or four different subjects. In addition to Level 3 courses, students
will also have the opportunity to retake GCSEs in English and Mathematics should they wish
to improve their grades.
SUPPORT, ENRICHMENT AND EXTENSION
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if required, or can have additional curriculum time for literacy and numeracy lessons.
Students are expected to attend at least one enrichment activity per week.This may be further
support for their classwork or an experience of trying something new. Students may work towards
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and is constantly evolving to provide our students with as many different opportunities as possible.
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early where appropriate, so that they can continue to challenge themselves with higher levels of study.
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