A focused British curriculum taught live online by UK-qualified teachers. Year 9 consolidates essential knowledge, develops greater academic independence and prepares pupils for the demands and subject choices of IGCSE study.
Year 9 marks an important transition from Prep School to IGCSE. Pupils deepen their subject knowledge, develop more sophisticated academic skills and become increasingly independent learners.
The curriculum provides breadth while deliberately preparing pupils for the style, content and expectations of future IGCSE courses.
Developing increasingly sophisticated reading, writing, speaking and analytical skills in preparation for IGCSE English.
Pupils study a range of fiction and non-fiction, develop their ability to analyse language and writers' choices, and learn to communicate ideas with greater accuracy, structure and maturity.
Strengthening mathematical fluency while introducing pupils to the greater depth, abstraction and multi-step problem solving required for IGCSE Mathematics.
Pupils develop confidence across number, algebra, ratio and proportion, geometry, measurement, probability and statistics.
Biology, chemistry and physics taught through a connected Science programme that establishes the knowledge and scientific skills pupils will need for IGCSE study.
There is increasing emphasis on scientific reasoning, investigation, data analysis, evaluation and the accurate communication of scientific ideas.
An integrated Humanities programme combining History, Geography and Business, specifically designed to provide a broad foundation for future IGCSE study.
Pupils investigate historical events and perspectives, geographical processes and contemporary global issues, alongside an introduction to business concepts and economic decision-making.
The programme develops research, analysis, evaluation, interpretation of evidence, extended writing and critical thinking — skills that transfer directly into IGCSE Humanities and Business subjects.
Preparing pupils to use technology and artificial intelligence confidently, creatively, critically and responsibly as their academic work becomes increasingly sophisticated.
Pupils develop practical digital and AI skills, learn to evaluate information and AI-generated outputs, understand limitations and bias, protect their privacy and digital identity, and use emerging technologies ethically and effectively.
Particular emphasis is placed on using AI as a tool to support learning and thinking rather than replace them, preparing pupils for responsible independent study at IGCSE and beyond.
PSHE remains an important part of Year 9 but is embedded across the wider school experience rather than confined to a single timetabled subject.
It is delivered through regular 1:1 tutorials with each pupil's personal mentor, assemblies, and themes infused across the wider curriculum.
At this stage, the programme reflects the changing needs of adolescents, including wellbeing, relationships, resilience, personal responsibility, healthy decision-making, online behaviour, citizenship, study habits and preparation for increasing independence.
The personal mentor provides each pupil with a consistent point of contact, supporting their academic progress, personal development and transition towards IGCSE study.
Alongside the six core subjects, pupils can broaden their programme through electives, including Modern Foreign Languages and other enrichment options; please consult our leadership team for details.
Electives give pupils opportunities to develop individual strengths and interests while beginning to consider the subjects they may wish to pursue at IGCSE.
Year 9 is not simply another year before IGCSE. It is designed to ensure pupils are academically and personally ready for the greater challenge that follows.
Across the year, pupils develop their ability to:
Read and respond to increasingly complex material.
Write extended, structured and evidence-based responses.
Apply mathematical knowledge to unfamiliar problems.
Analyse scientific evidence and communicate conclusions accurately.
Research independently and evaluate the reliability of sources.
Interpret historical, geographical and business information.
Manage deadlines and take greater responsibility for their learning.
Use digital and AI tools critically, ethically and effectively.
Develop the study habits and independence required for IGCSE.
Make informed choices about their future IGCSE subjects.
Speak to our leadership team about year groups, timetables and how to join mid-year.
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