In Years 10 & 11, courses at Westside are split into four categories:
Courses that can lead all the way to A-Level qualification in that subject.
A list of gateway Core Courses can be found here
A list of gateway Option Courses can be found here
Courses that will lead to a qualification (GCSE, Level 2 etc), but won't necessarily offer a path to A-Level course IN THAT SUBJECT; can lead to A-Level courses in other subjects.
A list of supportive Core Courses can be found here
A list of supportive Option Courses can be found here
Pupils who feel they might struggle with courses in that subject can choose an alternative course. They will not receive a GCSE, Level 2 etc, but will obtain some form of certification.
A list of alternative Option Courses can be found here
Courses that offer an equivalent Level 2 vocational qualification in the same area as the subject. These courses are more geared towards vocational skills directly drawn from industry.
A list of vocational courses can be found here