Academic Subjects

Choose an academic pathway that helps you excel. 

Our goal is to assist you in developing skills essential for lifelong learning and future success. Regardless of whether you opt to attend the Faculty or the College, you will approach learning with motivation, organisation, and independence. Additionally, you will strive for digital competence, become a confident communicator, and master effective collaboration techniques.

"Leaders are alert to ways in which both the curriculum and teaching can be improved. For example, the school day has been restructured to give additional teaching time to pupils on GCSE and A Level courses. This has enabled pupils to acquire a deeper knowledge and understanding of some topics and has improved their progress."

 QUEEN ETHELBURGA'S COLLEGIATE ISI INSPECTION REPORT, OCTOBER 2023

Choosing Your Options

For age 14 to 16 study, you will have the option to study a range of subjects and it is recommended that you select a broad and balanced curriculum that supports your future choices. Except for English, Mathematics, Science, and Languages, most career paths do not require you to have studied a particular subject in Key Stage 4. Rather, employers are generally more interested in grades achieved and enthusiasm for learning.

This is where our talented leadership and careers teams will help you. You will be guided to select subjects in which you will succeed. Our guidance prioritises enjoyment, recognising that you'll excel in subjects you love.

Outside Of The Curriculum

The university market is even more competitive than ever, and so, we encourage you to set yourself apart from your peers by participating in one of our hundred enrichment activities. 

In addition to creative and performing arts, recreational and competitive sports, and enriching activities (such as QE Motorsport), you can enter national award schemes and external qualifications. You can also take on student leadership roles or represent the Collegiate in fixtures or performances.

If you are interested in researching and presenting on a topic of your choice, you can undertake an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) to help bolster your university application and academic interviews.

We also offer a broad itinerary of workshops and lectures on life skills, from building effective study habits and coping with exam stress to managing finances at university.  One of our most effective initiatives is The QE Study Toolkit which prepares you for lifelong learning through teaching the most effective methods for study and revision. 

Finally, we regularly welcome alumni, professionals, entrepreneurs and changemakers to educate and inspire students through seminars and workshops. 

Discover The Range of Subject Available At Queen Ethelburga's