Statement of Intent

Curriculum

We firmly believe that all children, irrespective of their starting point, are entitled to a broad and ambitious curriculum. To that end, we are delighted to offer an innovative and knowledge-rich curriculum, which enables any student within Chertsey High School to fulfil their potential and develop the all-important skills and qualities, which will serve them well in later life.

The curriculum reflects Chertsey High School's ethos of knowledge, determination and love. Our curriculum delivers vital subject knowledge and skills, which are complemented by a raft of enrichment activities that broaden and extend the student experience.

The curriculum is designed to give all students the opportunity to develop as enquiring individuals who feel valued and respected, so that they, in turn, learn to value those around them. Equality of opportunity is a key principle in the design of our curriculum model and we fully support the entitlement that students have to study the English Baccalaureate. The EBacc is a set of subjects at GCSE that keeps young people’s options open for further study and future careers.

The EBacc is:

  • English language and literature
  • Maths
  • Sciences
  • Geography or History
  • Foreign Language

On this page you will find our Curriculum Statement of Intent and Curriculum Overview for our current curriculum model.

We operate a 3:2 curriculum model with three years assigned for the delivery of our Year 7, 8 and 9 programmes of study.  These programmes of study have been carefully crafted to ensure that they go beyond the requirements set out by the National Curriculum.

At the end of Year 9, students opt for subjects that they will study in Years 10 and 11 and they complete those subjects by the end of Year 11. Our highly flexible two year curriculum delivered in Years 10 and 11 allows us to create personalised guided pathways for our students.

In addition to a focus on cross-curricular skills, we use the co-curriculum to enhance wider personal development and promote positive attitudes to learning.

The co-curriculum underpins our school culture and prepares students for life in modern Britain through the teaching of responsibility, respect, tolerance and acceptance in everything we do.

 

Curriculum Equality and Diversity

At Chertsey High School equality and diversity is promoted through an inclusive curriculum offer. We provide all of our students with the opportunity to succeed and to reach the highest level of personal achievement.

We shall achieve this by:

  • The promotion of equality of opportunity
  • Challenging discrimination in all areas of the curriculum
  • Ensuring that curriculum planning will take account of the needs of all
  • Monitoring and evaluating curriculum provision at academy and Trust wide level so that it represents a diverse culture and society and encourages tolerance and respect.
  • Ensuring that the teaching methods used in the delivery of the curriculum will be diverse and appropriate for all needs and learning styles
  • Providing resources that reflect and promote equal access for all
  • Promoting cultural understanding and awareness through the content and delivery of the curriculum
  • Actively closing gaps in attainment and achievement between students for all groups of students; especially students eligible for Pupil Premium, students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, looked after children and students from minority ethnic groups.

 

Equality Act 2010

The curriculum at Chertsey High School is personalised to meet the needs of all learners. Flexibility in the curriculum allows for adaptations to be made that are responsive to the needs of both individuals and groups of students as they progress through our academy.

 

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Ambassadors

Ms Lalli

Ms Lalli

Assistant Headteacher
Students are polite, respectful and show curiosity to learn. We support learning, enabling students to reach their full potential.   
Student

Student

Year 7
I felt welcomed by my tutor, Head of Year and Assistant Headteacher when I joined from my primary school.
Student

Student

Year 11
This is more than a school, this is our CHS Family!
Mr Ball

Mr Ball

PE Teacher
I am proud to teach at a school that values and loves every child for who they are. Here at Chertsey High School we look to develop children holistically and I couldn't imagine a better place to do it.

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- Aug 24
🎉😄 What an amazing journey it’s been with our incredible Year 11s! We’re absolutely worn out from all the laughing, smiles, and celebrations we shared with them receiving their results this morning. 🎓🌟#CHSSuccess #ProudTeachers #BrightFutures @BourneTrust pic.twitter.com/HWNIusUu81
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- Apr 25
Thank you team English for hosting a wonderful house event last week to celebrate Shakespeare’s birthday! Such a brilliant turn out from all year groups! 💜 pic.twitter.com/h1bOLFZVmv
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- Apr 7
Happy Easter! https://t.co/Xy2VSv9cNZ
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- Dec 23
Christmas day is nearly upon us! We hope all the last-minute planning and preparations are coming together ♥️“Step into Christmas” with our CHS family!! 👇 https://t.co/9l4C4BVPchWe love you purple ship- MERRY CHRISTMAS! 🎄 pic.twitter.com/XFESEM9lgw
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- Dec 21
Here is an example of a Year 8 workshop lesson focusing on physical theatre. Student led learning with full engagement. @ Chertsey High School https://t.co/r7Zs8mQrft
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- Dec 21
Throwback… how many of you remember the old music room in the old building? Loved that space! @ Chertsey High School https://t.co/yIldmo9aMe
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- Dec 21
Here is an example of a Year 8 workshop lesson focusing on physical theatre. Student led learning with full engagement. @ Chertsey High School https://t.co/r7Zs8mQrft
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- Dec 21
Throwback… how many of you remember the old music room in the old building? Loved that space! @ Chertsey High School https://t.co/yIldmo9aMe
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- Dec 19
Have you considered instrument lessons for your Christmas present? We currently offer lessons in piano, voice, guitar, bass and drums. We are also looking to offer lessons in flute, clarinet, saxophone, recorder, trumpet and brass. If interested, please email Mr Hayter directly. pic.twitter.com/Dsqr4EJQD1
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- Dec 18
We are partnering with @STSNetwork and @TeachFirst to deliver the reformed National Professional Qualifications.This partnership brings together the best local knowledge and context with the national experience and programmes of Teach Firsthttps://t.co/DIRCjqOz9A @teachfirstuk pic.twitter.com/YN8wzJpdJN
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- Dec 18
What an incredibly special day where we celebrated Mrs Munnik in her ‘Leavers Assembly’ and everything she has done for us over the last 7 years 💜 #love #chsfamily https://t.co/i2rd8M8XJy pic.twitter.com/WzW8vABKsn
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- Dec 18
We are partnering with @STSNetwork and @TeachFirst to deliver the reformed National Professional Qualifications.This partnership brings together the best local knowledge and context with the national experience and programmes of Teach Firsthttps://t.co/DIRCjqOz9A @teachfirstuk pic.twitter.com/YN8wzJpdJN
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