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GCSE Options

At Wade Deacon High School, we offer a broad, balanced, and ambitious curriculum that equips students with the skills needed for further education, careers, and life-long learning.

From Year 9, each student follows a personalised curriculum tailored to their abilities, talents, and progress, ensuring they gain the qualifications, knowledge, and skills to succeed.

Learning pathways are chosen through consultation with students, parents, class teachers, and the Senior Leadership Team, focusing on the suitability and demands of each subject.

Our curriculum provides exciting opportunities that challenge and inspire students, promote a love of learning, and help them achieve their potential—all within a program that they enjoy.

Core Curriculum
All students will study:
  • English Language
  • English Literature
  • Mathematics
  • Science Trilogy (unless opting for Separate Science)
  • Physical Education (non-examined)
All students also continue with our Personal Development curriculum which includes SMSC, PSHE, RE, Careers and Relationships, Sex and Health Education.
Optional Subjects
Students may choose from a wide range of additional subjects alongside their Core Curriculum.
History
Spanish
Art
Music
Food Preparation & Nutrition
Sport Studies
Religious Studies
Geography
Separate Sciences
Drama
Design Technology
Information Technologies
Dance
French
Computer Science
Performing Arts
Creative iMedia
Business
Physical Education
Health and Social Care
Hospitality & Catering

 


Key Stage 4 Options Process (Year 9)

In Year 9, students take part in the Options process in order to choose from a range of additional subjects to accompany their Core Curriculum. We aim to ensure that students, parents and carers are able to make well-informed decisions with the guidance of support of teachers and senior leaders. Please take some time to look through the information below when discussing your child's future choices.

2026 Options Booklet

 

 


 

 

 

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Birchfield Road
Widnes
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Tel: 0151 423 2721
Email: school@wadedeacon.co.uk

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