S3/4 Curriculum

Each pupil will have the opportunity to take eight subjects at Standard Grade or equivalent certificated by the Scottish Qualifications Authority. In order to ensure a balanced curriculum, there are certain restrictions on course choices. Currently, English and Mathematics are compulsory; all pupils must study at least one science, one social subject and all pupils are encouraged to take a subject with a technology bias and a language. Standard Grade programmes use a wide variety of teaching methods. Every pupil will undertake a course in Personal and Social Development, which is aimed at increasing the awareness of pupils about life and work outwith the school community. This includes a work experience placement in S4. Pupils will also receive one period of core Physical Education and RME. Currently there is provision for pupils to attend prevocational courses at College.

The curriculum choices which were available to S3 for 2008/2009 are attached below.

Courses and course choices are subject to continuous review and revision.