Curriculum

All children are offered a broad curriculum throughout their time at ERS, leading up to GCSE level, or other accredited qualifications that are appropriate for our pupils. Our broad approach to the curriculum enables children to develop new interests and strengths, so that, as they grow, there are more options and greater flexibility to meet individual needs. The curriculum is regularly reviewed to ensure that the courses on offer are appropriate for the needs of each year group coming through the school.

The range of subjects offered in the Senior School is designed to suit pupils with differing strengths, needs and interests, with opportunities to follow a more academic route or to work towards vocational or practical qualifications. All pupils follow the 3 core subjects of English, Mathematics and Science, alongside a range of subjects, which in KS3 includes History, Geography, RE, Spanish, IT, Drama, Music, Art, Food Technology and PE. In KS4 the range of subjects on offer may be adjusted to suit the needs and interests of the students and to ensure they are taught in appropriate size groups. PSHE is provided for all pupils as a discrete subject, but aspects of the PSHE curriculum are also addressed in assemblies and at other times. The RSE curriculum is largely taught within PSHE and the Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural (SMSC) development of pupils is also a significant part of the school’s PSHE programme.

Pupils throughout the school take part in sports and games and visits to places of interest related to their learning. All pupilsalso take part in a weekly afternoon of activities, including activities such as skiing, trampoline, golf, yoga, film club, illustration and others. Details of the school curriculum are available on request.