Curriculum
All subjects identify key acquired knowledge and skills, the threshold concepts that ensure learning becomes embedded and meaningful. These are mapped across KS3 – KS5 as appropriate in a Curriculum Map. This highlights where the key knowledge and skills are sequenced in to ensure a spiral curriculum. Standard Curriculum Plans outline the curriculum lesson-by-lesson, including clear themes, learning outcomes and learning opportunities. Key vocabulary is also highlighted within the curriculum planning for all subjects.
The curriculum has explicit teaching of Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE).
Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development (SMSC) and British Values are promoted throughout the academic and wider Personal development curriculum.
Careers education is thread throughout academic subjects, PSHE and the wider Personal Development curriculum.
Core Subjects at Key Stage 4
These are subjects that all students will study and provide a foundation of knowledge applicable across a wide range of subjects:
- English Language and Literature
- Maths
- Science
- French
- Core PE
- Religious Studies
- Personal Development
Optional Subjects
These are specialised subjects that students will choose from. Choices should be made based on the direction students want to take with their further education, training or career.
| Geography | Graphic Communication | Sports Studies |
| History | Computer Science | Art |
| Sociology | Business Studies | Music |
| Design and Technology | Health and Social Care | Dance |
| Hospitality and Catering | Photography | Drama |
Our sixth form combines the strengths of the two schools; Huxlow Academy and Rushden Academy who work together post-16 to offer a wide range of courses and opportunities to all students in the East Northamptonshire area.