Curriculum

In year 10 pupils are taught together in two mixed ability groups. Both these groups are offered a broad and balanced curriculum including English, Mathematics and Science and select up to two options from Film Studies, Art and Health and Social Care. In addition students take computing, PSHE, RE and citizenship.

In year 11 pupils are currently taught in four groups. Students are offered accredited courses in English Language / Literature, Mathematics, Science, Art, Film Studies, Health & Social Care and Computing. The qualifications awarded to students include GCSE and BTEC,  along with other level 1, level 2 and Entry Level awards.

This is supplemented with enrichment activities such as gardening, cooking and music.

Some students need very personalised arrangement and our academic support team provide lessons to those students that need some additional support.

For all the students the curriculum is delivered in small groups in a nurturing environment. Learning is supported by a strong pastoral element in the school.

Our curriculum maps provide details about the content of our curriculum.  Please use the links below:

KS4 Curriculum Maps

Personal Development Curriculum Maps

Music Development Plan 2024-25

To download a full list of courses offered at Willow Bank click below:

Curriculum WBS

Further information about Relationships and Sex Education can be found by clicking the link below as well as the RSE Policy on the Policies and Document page:

PSHE Information For Parents

Independent Learning Plans / Homework

We encourage students to complete independent work at home to support and consolidate their learning.  For each half term there are guided tasks to complete.  Students will be given a paper copy of the tasks.

Subject staff can offer support and guidance with the completion of these.

Please use the links here to access the Learning Plans and this half term’s booklets.

Year 10 Independent Learning Plans

Year 11 Yellow Independent Learning Plans

Year 11 Red Orange Independent Learning Plans