Parents

Pathway 3

If you have been told that you are on pathway three, this information is specifically for you. 

Following pathway three will provide you with an engaging, practical and inspiring experience for key stage four. 

In addition to the standard curriculum of maths, English and science, you will receive additional English and maths lessons, personal development sessions and follow really useful and valuable subjects such as The King’s Trust qualification, Food and Cookery, IT, Creative Construction Skills and Land Based Studies which we call 'Foundation Learning'. These subjects will develop your skills in reading, writing, presenting and communicating, as well as key skills such as working with others and problem solving.

Foundation Learning

On top of the core curriculum, we also want to ensure that you leave Fernwood with a broad suite of qualifications which show your skills and talents. To achieve this, we will be providing you with a further 5 smaller qualifications.

  • The King’s Trust Award (this was previously called the Prince’s Trust)
  • Level 1 ICT (Computing Skills)
  • Level 1 Food & Cookery
  • Level 1 Construction (Practical Skills)
  • Level 1 Land Based Studies (Animal Science)

Your Option Choice

Along with the core curriculum and foundation curriculum, the remainder of your timetable will then be made up of your ‘option choice’. You will be asked to nominate one subject, and then a reserve choice.

OPTIONS FORM - PATHWAY 3

 

Advised Option:

These subjects are ones we would recommend you choosing, as they are high quality qualifications, that we believe you can be successful in.

GCSE Art

OCR Creative Imedia

OCR Engineering Manufacture

BTEC Technical Award Health and Social Care


 Other Available Option:

It is also possible to choose from one of these subjects, but only through discussion and agreement with your subject teacher. These subjects are not recommended.

GCSE French and German

GCSE Geography

GCSE Business

GCSE Music

GCSE PE


Pathway Letter & Option Form

Contact

The Fernwood School
Goodwood Road, Wollaton
Nottingham, NG8 2FT

0115 9286326