KS4 – Year 10, 11

At the links below, you will find our National Curriculum subjects and those optional subjects that are on offer at Thamesmead.

Some of the core subjects are ‘non-qualification subjects’ that do not have any exams and do not lead to a certificate. However, it is important that students study these courses as they will help them develop and prepare them for their future.

The core subjects are:
• English GCSE
• Mathematics GCSE
• Science GCSE
• Physical Education (‘Core PE’ is a non-qualification subject)
• Religious Studies (GCSE exam taken in Year 10)
• Personal Development (non-qualification subject; includes careers, sex and relationships education and key
skills development)

GCSE Art and Design

GCSE Computer Science

GCSE Design Technology

GCSE Drama

GCSE English Language

GCSE English Literature

GCSE Food and Nutrition