What will I study?
Students have a two week timetable. The hours shown below are per fortnight..
English - 7 hours
English is the learning and development of the key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening. English is the understanding of different literary forms such as poetry, prose fiction, drama and non-fiction.
Our aim is to equip students with the relevant skills to achieve academically, but also help them negotiate the modern world. From year 7, students develop their abilities in the core areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening. Our lessons encourage a passion for the subject, drawing on the creativity and enthusiasm of our students and their eagerness to learn.
Mathematics - 7 hours
Mathematics is the study of processes using numbers and symbols developed over 5000 years ago. Branches of Mathematics include algebra, geometry, numeracy and data handling. Students will gain opportunities to develop problem and decision making skills in real life contexts.
Mathematics is an exciting and challenging subject which continues to develop at a rapid rate across many research areas. It has a natural elegance and beauty. Taking a real world problem and creating and applying mathematical models to aid understanding is often hugely satisfying and rewarding.
Science - 5 hours
The study of everything that is, was or ever will be and why. Science seeks to understand and find patterns within that which can be observed or measured. Science is the study of the nature and behaviour of natural things, and the knowledge that we obtain about them.
Science prepares children and young people to engage with the understanding of natural phenomena. Science aims to stimulate our natural curiosity in finding out why things happen in the way we do. It teaches methods of enquiry and investigation to stimulate creative thought. Students learn to understand the world around them and their role in that world, as well as the role that Science plays in our society.
Humanities
Languages
History
3 hours
History is the study of past events and people and their ongoing impact and relevance on the world of today. History is more than a list of facts; it involves debate as to why and how events are connected and their relative significance and importance.
A high-quality history education will help students gain a coherent knowledge and understanding of Britain’s past and that of the wider world. It should inspire students’ curiosity to know more about the past. Teaching should equip students to ask and answer questions about the past in order to form their own substantiated view.
Geography
3 hours
Geography is everything around us. It is the study of the interactions between the physical and human environment, past and present, which gives us an idea of how our dynamic world is being shaped for the future.
Studying geography can provide an individual with a holistic understanding of our planet and its systems. Those who study geography are better prepared to understand topics impacting our planet such as climate change, global warming, desertification, El Nino and water resource issues, among others.
Religious Education
3 hours
Religious Education is learning about and from world religions. Religious Education is about understanding yourself and understanding the world.
Religious Education at The Green School for Girls plays a vital role within the curriculum and the wider context of the School. As an Anglican school, Religious Education is integral in delivering social, moral, spiritual and cultural aspects of learning. We look to be forward thinking and dynamic, offering outstanding teaching and learning that is challenging and engaging
Spanish or French
6 hours
Students all over Europe learn modern foreign languages from an early age. Studying a language helps develop valuable set of skills: by comparing the functionality of the new language to that of their own, students gain a better understanding of the grammar in their native language.
From Year 7 onwards we regularly remind our students of the need to have the skills which will benefit them in a Global Market. So many of our students already speak a variety of world languages and we advocate the value of these as well as the languages we teach through key stages 3 and 4 into our Sixth Form and on to University and their future careers.
If you have a strong prefernce to which language you would like to take, please inform the Head of Year.
Creative Arts
Art, Craft and Design
2 hours
Art is a form of visual communication and a means of expressing concepts, ideas and feelings particularly concerned with the development processes of visual perception and analysis. It encourages imagination, sensitivity, observation, and decision making skills. It enables students to engage with the world around and within them by transforming the thought into the physical realm.
Art prepares children and young people to engage in the historical and contemporary visual arts and become confident audiences. It teaches students about practical skills but also how to interpret the world, respond to it in an individual, personal and creative way by being inventive and original thinkers and problem solvers. Furthermore, Art contributes to our well-being and to our social, emotional and cultural development.
DT Textiles
1 hour
The Key Stage 3 programme provides pupils the opportunity to develop the key skills and principles of Food Preparation and Nutrition, as well as an introduction to a range of skills required for Art and Design Textiles.
Textiles enables students to develop a whole range of creative design and making skills. Textiles teaches transferable skills such as problem solving and time management which play a vital part of the curriculum and the wider context of the School.
Food Technology
1 hour
The Key Stage 3 programme provides pupils the opportunity to develop the key skills and principles of Food Preparation and Nutrition, as well as an introduction to a range of skills required for Art and Design Textiles.
In students gain vital life skills that enable them to feed themselves and others affordably and nutritiously, now and later in life. They develop high skills and resilience in a safe environment. They follow recipes and substitute ingredients and cooking methods according to their needs, demonstrating and understanding of food choices, e.g. veganism, and healthy eating.
Performing Arts Subjects
Drama
2 hours
Drama is the portrayal of fictional or non fictional events through the use of dramatic prose. Drama can be devised or scripted, improvised or rehearsed, comic or tragic. Drama is a way to explore our world around us and gain a better understanding of human nature. Drama allows us to express our individuality through the creation of characters on stage. Drama gives us a voice that is uniquely our own.
Being able to solve practical problems and work closely with others are two highly transferrable skills to all subjects and professions. Drama skills are highly valued by employers and the Creative Arts is a huge and important industry in Britain. Students who study Drama are confident speakers and the subject allows for more variety in the way in which students learn and express themselves.
Music
2 hours
Music provides children with many skills required of them in a global market. Being a musician requires many critical skills including group work, creativity, self-confidence and innovation to name a few. Pupils are encouraged to see Music as a part of everyday life and enjoy their lessons. It has been proven that Music enhances memory and in today’s society that is a crucial skill. It is also a subject that encourages critical thinking and stretches and challenges pupils of all abilities.
Music provides children with many skills required of them in a global market. Being a musician requires many critical skills including group work, creativity, self-confidence and innovation to name a few. Pupils are encouraged to see Music as a part of everyday life and enjoy their lessons.
Physical Education
4 hours
Physical education is the study of physical movement, safety and health and well-being. Physical education helps develop and maintain confidence, well-being and social skills that can be more difficult to achieve through other subjects. This opportunity to develop communication and team building skills will benefit all aspects of students' school and social life.
Through PE students will...
understand the importance of physical activity to their physical, mental and social health
be enriched through participation in lessons and co-curricular opportunities
learn to show respect, grace & dignity in equal measure in competition whatever the outcome
Other Subjects
PSHCE
2 hours
PSHCE stands for “Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship Education”.
The PSHCE curriculum at The Green School for Girls has been drawn up to meet recommendations from the DfE and the PSHE Association, in response to best practice guidelines and most importantly the needs and interests of our students. The purpose of PSHCE is to equip our students with the knowledge and skills they need to participate fully and succeed in their school lives and in the wider world now and in the future.
Computer Science
2 hours (1 semester)
Computer Science is the study of computers and computing concepts. It includes both hardware and software, as well as networking and the Internet. Students are introduced to core principles of computer science and develop skills in problem solving and computational thinking.
A high-quality computing education equips students to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world. Computing has deep links with mathematics, science and design and technology, and provides insights into both natural and artificial systems.
Environmental Science
1 hour
Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary subject which involves studying elements of science, geography and social sciences.
We study the cause and impacts of climate change; the action being taken to tackle climate change; conservation and how we can live sustainably.