Starting your GCSEs is an exciting time. We make sure that students (both current and prospective) are supported by our teaching staff and given plenty of opportunity to talk through the GCSE process. We want our students to feel enthusiastic about starting their new studies and excited about taking the first step towards their own independent and adventurous futures. GCSEs are the beginning of a journey that will ultimately take students beyond Sidcot to higher education and the world of work. We want to make sure that each of our students grasps this opportunity and develops a love for learning that will set them up for their future.
This is an exciting time in your academic career that will lay the foundation for your further education and future employment. It is also a challenging time that will require reflection and careful contemplation on what you wish to do in the future and which path you choose to reach your destination. To support you on your journey at Sidcot, we offer an excellent range of challenging and stimulating subjects, perfectly complemented by a comprehensive extracurricular programme, to provide a broad, diverse, and academically focused education. We have extensive experience in teaching at GCSE level, achieving excellent results. We believe our GCSE programme provides an excellent preparation for the Sixth Form, leading to university entrance worldwide.
GCSE courses mean a deeper study of your chosen subjects. Success in these courses will depend not only on your ability to work hard in class, but also on your willingness to work independently. One of the most crucial factors in making a success of your courses is the appropriate choice of subjects. You should choose subjects which you enjoy now, because a genuine interest and aptitude for a subject is a great advantage. You should carefully read the course outlines within our course guide. We invite you to discuss your proposed choices with our teaching staff to gain a deeper understanding of what studying each subject entails, how you will be assessed, and the opportunities it can offer you in the future.