All students study Jewish Studies, this enables Jewish students to explore more fully their identity, history and culture but also allows non-Jewish students the opportunity to think about their own religious ideas and to focus on the elements of religion and culture that unite us rather than focusing on difference and division. Within the Jewish Studies curriculum is a deliberate focus on personal faith and the practical application of this for all students as well as the study of Holy books, Holy places, the treatment of animals, the importance of charity, taking responsibility, taking on challenge and the exploration of universal themes such as family relationships, kindness and hospitality, dedication, jealousy, rivalry and the impact of unkind words and significance of respect. Students with previous Jewish experience are required to study Ivrit as a modern language in order to enhance their understanding of Torah and Judaism, other students study French as a second modern language to Spanish.

All students in years 7 & 8 study a full range of subjects which includes Maths, English, Science, Jewish Studies, History, Geography, Spanish (plus French or Ivrit as above), Physical Education, Music, Drama and Art. In the Enterprise and Creative Technologies Department we aim to give students a taste of a large range of technologies and these include Computing, Food Technology, Design Technology, Resistant Materials and Electronic Systems and Control. In year 8 we also run a small nurture group designed to support the most vulnerable students in the year group, this was in response to the significant needs of some members of the year group. In the nurture group students cover all of the curriculum detailed above but receive extra support in English and Maths and a greater focus on exposing students to greater opportunities outside of the classroom designed to build up their confidence, personal skills and team work.

In addition to the formal curriculum students participate in a wide range of activities through the Kehila Department and other extra-curricular opportunities including volunteering awards, opportunities to explore their faith and culture as well as drop down days of focused weeks including LGBT week, PSHCE days and celebrations such as Purim. In addition, we have many clubs and enrichment opportunities for example many Sports clubs, our Transport Ambassadors, STEM club and Dungeons and Dragons. Students also can play a leadership role in our school through our Haderech allowing students the opportunity to participate in student voice, join the student council or lead on key issues that are important to them. Our Jewish Studies department also leads on opportunities for students to consider their religion, identity and context through clubs such as lunch and learn across all year groups.

All students in years 7-11 participate in Tefila everyday during registration which provides them with a time to reflect on key Jewish teachings and their context in our modern and diverse society as well as allowing all students a moment of silence with which to start the day.

Core subjects for years 9 to 11 include Maths, English, Science, Jewish Studies and general Physical Education (not examined). The subjects that are available for students to choose from vary slightly depending on student voice, staffing expertise and the number of students who wish to study certain subjects. The current options choices which are being studied by year 9 include Art, Drama, Music, Spanish, French, Ivrit, Business Studies, Computer Science, Food Preparation and Nutrition, Design Technology, IT, Enterprise and Marketing, Creative Media Production, Geography, History, Sociology, Physical Education and Sports Studies. A small number of our most able students in year 11 also studied Algebra. These represent a variety of level two qualifications including GCSEs, Diplomas, Certificates and B-Tec. All students at key stage 4 are required to study the GCSE philosophy and ethics course studying Judaism and Islam because this contributes to our ethos and supports students in exploring their context, culture and identity. The GCSE provides the opportunity to explore contemporary themes through the eyes of society in comparison with and complementary to faith teachings; issues explored are relevant to teenage lives eg relationships, families prejudice, equality, science versus religion. The curriculum encourages debate, sharing of views, analysis and evaluation of evidence; it develops literacy and essay writing skills at a high level. Students are taught to appreciate the role of faith in society and to understand and value difference as well as similarity. A very small selection of students with specific needs study Functional skills or take a reduced number of GCSE subjects to ensure they are able to achieve their potential however this changes from year to year.

As in the lower school the informal curriculum is equally important and we use a combination of clubs, school leadership opportunities and participation in national award schemes such as V-Inspired and NCS to ensure students understand the importance of contributing to their community as well as their learning. Students also receive education in PSHCE and careers through drop down days as well as formal learning opportunities.

The subjects that our year 12 students have selected from this year include Art, Digital Photography, Drama, Music, English Literature, English Language, Computer Science, Media Studies, Business Marketing and Enterprise, Engineering, History, Geography, Sociology, Psychology, Religious Studies, Maths, Further Maths, Spanish, French, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physical Education, Sports Studies. These represent a variety of level three qualifications including A-Levels, T-Levels, B-Tec and Diplomas. All 6th Form students are required to participate in General Jewish Studies which includes leadership skills, mental health and wellbeing, philosophy, religious education and preparation for future life. A small number of students also complete the Extended Project Qualification, which is designed to help students with planning, completing and reviewing a project of work on their personal choice of subject area and is often considered beneficial by many universities.

In the 6th Form students are encouraged to balance the needs of their academic studies with a selection of activities designed to embed other skills and knowledge that will support students as they take their next steps. In year 12 students are provided with education in careers and UCAS application including how to write personal statements and their CV as well as exposure to a variety of employers and academic institutions. Students are encouraged to take part in opportunities such as student leadership, leading the younger student’s Haderech programme, volunteering and enrichment programmes such as lunch and learn, NXT and the opportunities provided by the EY Foundation.