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EBacc (English Baccalaureate)

What is it?

• This is not a separate subject but a collection of FIVE core academic subjects. This is

awarded to students who study a modern foreign language, and either history or
geography alongside their core subjects of English, maths and the sciences (and gain
level 5 or above).

• The latest Government target is 75% of students taking the EBacc.

Who is this for?

• If you are thinking about doing A levels and going on to university, we recommend you
consider the EBacc. It is not an entry requirement but it shows you have obtained a
good degree of attainment in academically challenging subjects.

How do I find out more?

• Speak to your teachers (especially language and humanities) about your suitability for
the EBacc.

Assessment and qualifications

We offer different types of courses: GCSE and vocational (BTEC).

To be successful it is worth considering the different type of opportunity and learning
each course provides. All qualifications fit into a national framework understood by
colleges and employers.

GCSEs are mainly assessed through a terminal exam at the end of Year 11. Whereas,
BTEC qualifications are vocational and are assessed throughout the two years with
coursework components and an external assessment

GCSE 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Grade

Vocational
grade L2 L2 L2 Merit L2 Pass L1 L1 L1
Distinction* Distinction Distinction Merit Pass

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