At Wycombe High School we always remember that the girls we teach today are the women who will shape tomorrow. Our curriculum is broad, flexible and responsive to the needs of these future citizens.
Our Key Stage 3 prepares students to maximise their time at Wycombe High School. They follow a broad three-year curriculum, studying 15 subjects, developing a range of skills designed to prepare them for further study at GCSE and A Level, and more importantly life. This is where students find their passions: the subjects they enjoy; the subjects they are desperate to find out more about; the subjects at which they excel; the subjects they may spend the rest of their lives pursuing.Â
Students are supported through this exploration by the provision of a tailored Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHEE) curriculum where they learn the value of independent thought, resilience and a love of life-long learning.
There is a thorough exposure to Digital Learning within all subject areas, as well as specific computing lessons within the curriculum.Â
Physical and mental health are promoted through timetabled curriculum periods, such as PE and Tutor time as well as a vast range of extra-curricular opportunities.
The journey of discovery begins in Year 10 where our students commence a two-year Key Stage 4 with 15 different subjects from which to choose. This enables them to express their passions and talents across a wide range of areas.Â
Students are encouraged to pursue creative subjects alongside English, Mathematics, Science and Humanities, to develop a culture of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) and maintain breadth of choice for the future. All students study Core RS which is a non-examined subject throughout KS4. Students build on the learning habits developed in Key Stage 3 and are supported by a pastoral system tailored to meet individual needs. There is a continued focus on maintaining a healthy lifestyle through the provision of timetabled non-examined PE and PSHEE delivered in lessons supported by a PHSEE day. Â
Students will finish Key Stage 4 with experiences across a broad range of subject areas including Core RS, Digital Learning and in a position to excel in Sixth Form and beyond.
Our Sixth Form Curriculum broadens horizons. It is an expansive curriculum which gives students a free and broad choice of 3 or 4 A Levels (from 23 options) and supports students’ ability to respond to challenges and complexity.Â
Independence in learning is developed and leadership encouraged. Self-sufficiency, global awareness, physical and mental wellbeing and Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural development (SMSC) are integral to our Key Stage 5 experience, as is preparation for the next stages of life (university, apprenticeship or employment).Â
Whilst students do have a free choice of the subjects they select, we advise students to study Mathematics in some capacity, including Core Mathematics, particularly if they are studying a science, social science or Economics. Some of our A level subjects are offered as part of our Sixth Form Collaboration with John Hampden Grammar School.Â
Our PSHEE programme aims to equip students with the knowledge, understanding, attitudes and practical skills to live healthy, safe, productive, fulfilled and responsible lives. Our programme of study is age appropriate and is delivered in both lesson and tutor time and during themed Focus Days.
In the event that we are required to revert to remote schooling, we will move to Wycombe High Virtual.Â
Further information will be provided on Teams for students should virtual learning be necessary.
