Welcome to the 2021 Subject Pathways Process for Year 8 students to choose the subjects they would like to continue to study from next academic year. This is an exciting but very important new chapter in their school life as our students progress into GCSE and BTEC.

We understand that the last two years have been unlike any other time. As a result, students have missed time within school and the opportunity to develop a passion for some of the specialist subjects offered at CCHS. Because of this, we have decided to adapt the pathways selection process to enable you to experience a broad range of subjects before making firm GCSE/BTEC subject choices.

The aim is for all students to start year 9 following the core subjects of English, Maths, Science and PE or Dance. In addition, you will study an additional six subjects, rather than the normal three based on your suggested pathway and choices. In February 2022, the six subjects will be reduced to three.

In preparation for embarking on this three-year programme of learning at the start of year 9, it is important that you think carefully. You should talk to your parents/carers and listen to advice in school before making decisions. Once those decisions are made, it may not be possible to make any changes at a later date. We have designed the curriculum so that no choice you make is likely to reduce your chances of entering any career. You will also get some additional guidance at the Pathways Evening, to help you make your choices and complete your Pathways form.

Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG)

To help support with your decisions the school’s Careers Hub has guidance on which options would be relevant for future aspiration. This can be accessed through the school’s website. Our careers team also offer personal guidance; an appointment can be made through the booking form available via the Careers Hub homepage of our website.

Core Subjects

Subject Options