Key Stage 4

KS4 comprises students in Y9, Y10 and Y11

Students at Key Stage 4 follow a combination of the following nationally accredited courses;

• GCSE in English, Maths, Science, Art, Product Design, Performing Arts, Physical Education
• European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)
• Entry Level in Maths, English, Science, Design & Technology, Food Technology, French, ICT, History, Geography, Physical Education and Workplace Hazard Awareness
• The Project – an opportunity to study a topic of interest at a range of levels including Entry and GCSE
• BTEC Awards/Certificates in Hospitality, Hair & Beauty, Land Based Studies and Construction/Practical skills
• Entry Level BTEC - Skills for Working Life and Life Skills
• ASDAN Entry Level Personal Progress
• Adult Literacy and Numeracy
• ASDAN Personal, Social Development Award/Certificate 

Y9 at Fosse Way School is a pivotal period in a students education, where students are beginning to move from a more ‘directed’ and class based approach to learning to a more personalised curriculum offering a range of choices, focusing on independence and the transition to life after school.

Fosse Way School offers a choice of “learning pathways” at KS4, aimed at personalising the individual learning experience for each student.  Both pathways cover all areas of The Foundation Learning Tier.  Decisions regarding the final choice of pathway for each student are arrived at through consultations involving the student, parents and school staff.

            A – This pathway is for students working at P levels and up to and including National Curriculum Level one.  It offers a broad range of experiences to students supporting them to transfer skills. It has a strong focus on independence, life and work skills.

            B – This pathway is designed so that students working at National Curriculum level 2 and above can specialise and study some subjects in more depth.  Students go on to gain appropriate accredited qualifications in their chosen subjects.