The Thomas Hardye School is a State Secondary school for kids aged 13 to 18 (Gender - Mixed)
They challenge all the students to excel. From the way they wear their uniform to the way they approach their studies, they want them to look back on their years at the school with a sense of pride – both in their achievements and in the challenges they have overcome. The outstanding facilities means students can find their passions, whether they be in the classroom, on the sports field, in the music room or on the stage.
Key Stage 3
When students start the school in year 9 they will study across a broad range of subjects. They will have subject specialist teachers and be working in dedicated rooms. Students will study English, mathematics, science, theology, geography, history, design and technology, art, music, drama, dance, ICT and computing. They will also study either French of Spanish, with some students having the opportunity to study both. In year 9 they will also have lessons in PE and PSHCE. Pupils are set in mathematics, science and languages, but we have found that in other subjects they make the best progress in mixed ability classes. The breadth of subjects offered in both academic and practical disciplines means students can build on the academic understanding acquired at middle-school, as well as make informed decisions about the option subjects to choose for Year 10.
Key Stage 4
At Key Stage 4 the students start studying their level 2 curriculum. All our students study English language, English literature and mathematics. They will also study biology, physics and chemistry with some students working towards a qualification worth two GCSEs, although as many as possible are working towards a full GCSE in each science. All students study the full GCSE course in theology and ethics; they believe that, in our increasingly globalised world, it is important for our students to understand the importance of people’s faith and beliefs.
Key Stage 5
The sixth form offers a wide range of successful A level courses across English, mathematics, science, humanities, social sciences, languages, performing arts, art, design and technology, and PE. In recent years we have also introduced a number of vocational level 3 qualifications. These offer an alternative to the traditional A level and have a greater focus on coursework produced throughout the course. This means that students can pursue their interests and specialisms whether that takes them down an academic, practical, artistic or vocational pathway.
Enrichment
There is an outstanding range of extra-curricular opportunities on offer to the students. This includes clubs linked to academic subjects, teams that can be joined for various sports, and a myriad of opportunities in the performing arts. They also have a well established CCF, a sixth form student union, and a strong student voice. At the Thomas Hardye School students are given the chance to experience a curriculum that has been based on a tradition of success, whilst responding to the demands of a rapidly changing world. The students are able to find where they can truly excel, and are given the opportunity to develop their leadership skills as they look to the future.
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28.17 miles
