Our Curriculum: The Journey to Success
Curriculum Intent
Our broad and ambitious curriculum ensures that every student leaves PRS with excellent academic outcomes and go on to be:
- Positive in their future choices and ambitions
- Responsible and active citizens in their communities
- Successful in the world beyond the school gates
A Holistic Approach to Excellence
Beyond academic rigour, our curriculum promotes the spiritual, moral, social, and cultural (SMSC) development of our students. We explicitly build the mental and physical resilience required for students to thrive. Every learner at PRS benefits from a personalised experience that engages and challenges all abilities, preparing them for the responsibilities of later life. PRS CORE is central to our teaching. This research-informed framework ensures that lessons are adaptive and challenging.
Key Stage 3: Breadth and Rigour (Years 7-9)
In the first three years, students follow a broad and rigorous curriculum that sparks curiosity across a wide range of subjects. This stage builds the deep foundation of knowledge and character needed for the challenges of Key Stage 4 and beyond. In Year 9 students can select specialise in the a selection Performing Arts, Art and Technology.
- KS3 Curriculum Summary
(Includes subject information, timetable allocations, homework & assessment roadmap) - KS3 Subject Assessment Criteria
- KS3 Subject Information
- KS3 Learning Journeys
Key Stage 4: Specialism and Ambition (Years 10-11)
In Year 10, students begin their GCSE and BTEC options. We maintain high academic standards, with all students required to take English Language, English Literature, Mathematics, and Science (Triple or Combined).
To ensure our students remain competitive for the most prestigious destinations, every student selects four further options, with a requirement that at least one is an EBacc subject (History, Geography, French, Spanish, or Computer Science).
Key Stage 5: Leadership and the Sixth Form
As a thriving 11-18 school, our Sixth Form offers an extensive range of A Level and BTEC courses as well as the Extended Project Qualification and various coaching qualifications. These provide excellent routes into Higher Education, including Russell Group and Oxbridge destinations, higher-level apprenticeships, and the global world of work.
- KS5 Curriculum Summary
- Sixth Form Options Booklet - September 2026 Entry
- Subject Information - KS5
- KS5 Learning Journey
For more information on the Sixth Form Curriculum, see the Sixth Form section of our website
