Exam Board: OCR What will I study on the course You will build fluency, reasoning, and problem-solving skills across key areas of mathematics. The course covers: Number (structure, calculations, fractions, decimals, percentages, powers, roots, standard form) Algebra (expressions, equations, inequalities, sequences, graphs, quadratic equations) Ratio, proportion, and rates of change (ratios, percentages, direct/inverse proportion, compound…
Health and Social Care Exam Board: Pearson What will I study on the course: You will gain a practical introduction to the health and social care sector, exploring how care is provided, the needs of service users, and the roles of professionals. Key components include: Component 1: Human Lifespan Development – Understanding growth and development…
BTEC Sport (Discovery) / Physical Education (Excel) Exam Board: Pearson – The Discovery Academy OCR – Excel Academy What will I study on the course: You will gain a practical introduction to the sport and physical activity sector, exploring how it operates and developing skills relevant to participation, coaching, and fitness. Key components include: Component…
Creative Media Exam Board: Pearson What will I study on the course: You will explore digital media concepts and develop practical skills in creating media products using industry-standard tools. Key components typically include: R081: Pre-production skills – Understanding planning techniques (e.g., mood boards, mind maps, storyboards, scripts), legal/ethical issues (copyright, permissions, data protection), and source…
Hair and Beauty Exam Board: AQA What will I study on the course: You will gain a practical introduction to the hair and beauty industry, developing foundational skills in hairdressing and beauty therapy while understanding the sector’s operations. Key components typically include: The hair and beauty sector – Roles of professionals (e.g., hairdressers, beauty therapists),…
Hospitality and Catering Exam Board: WJEC What will I study on the course: You will develop practical cooking skills, scientific understanding of food, and knowledge of nutrition to prepare healthy, balanced meals. Key topics include: Food, nutrition and health (macronutrients, micronutrients, dietary needs across life stages, balanced diets, energy requirements). Food science (working/functional/chemical properties of…
Graphics Exam Board: AQA What will I study on the course: You will explore graphic communication as the process of designing primarily visual material to convey information, ideas, meaning, and emotions in response to a given or self-defined brief. Key areas include: Developing ideas through research into graphic designers, artists, historical and contemporary contexts (e.g.,…
Travel and Tourism (Discovery Academy Only) Exam Board: Pearson What will I study on the course: You will gain a practical introduction to the dynamic travel and tourism industry, exploring how it operates, its importance to the economy, and real-world applications. Key components include: Component 1: Travel and Tourism Organisations and Destinations – Investigating different…
Triple Science Exam Board: AQA What will I study on the course: You will study the full content of GCSE Biology, Chemistry, and Physics separately, with greater depth and additional topics compared to Combined Science. This provides the broadest coverage for future science study. Biology: Cell biology, organisation (e.g., circulatory/digestive systems), infection/response, bioenergetics (photosynthesis/respiration), homeostasis/response,…
Textiles Exam Board: AQA What will I study on the course: You will explore textile design as a creative medium, producing functional or decorative pieces using a range of processes and materials. Key areas include: Developing ideas through research into textile designers, artists, historical and contemporary contexts (e.g., fashion, interiors, accessories). Experimenting with techniques such…
Religious Education Exam Board: AQA What will I study on the course: You will explore beliefs, teachings, and practices of major world religions, alongside contemporary religious, philosophical, and ethical issues. The course typically includes: Component 1: The study of religions – Beliefs, teachings, and practices of two religions (e.g., Christianity and Islam, or Christianity/Catholic Christianity…
Photography Exam Board: AQA What will I study on the course: You will explore photography as a creative and technical medium, producing images using digital and/or traditional methods (e.g., film, darkroom, or digital processing). Key areas include: Developing ideas through research into photographers, artists, and contexts (historical and contemporary). Experimenting with photographic techniques and processes…
History Exam Board: Pearson What will I study on the course: You will investigate significant events, people, and changes across different periods, developing skills in analysing sources and interpretations. Typical topics include: One period study (e.g., Conflict and Tension: The First World War 1894–1918, or America 1920–1973: Opportunity and Inequality). One wider world depth study…
Computer Science Exam Board: Pearson What will I study on the course: You will develop computational thinking, problem-solving, and programming skills while understanding how computers and digital systems work. Key topics include: Fundamentals of algorithms (designing, representing, and analysing algorithms; searching and sorting). Programming (fundamentals like variables, data types, sequences, selection, iteration; robust programming with…
Geography Exam Board: AQA What will I study on the course: You will explore both physical and human geography, investigating how the world works and the challenges we face. Key units include: Living with the physical environment: Natural hazards (tectonic hazards like earthquakes/volcanoes, weather hazards like tropical storms, climate change); physical landscapes in the UK…
Engineering Exam Board: NCFE What will I study on the course: You will gain a practical introduction to engineering principles, processes, and real-world applications. Key components include: Exploring Engineering Sectors and Design Applications – Understanding different engineering sectors (e.g., mechanical, electrical, aerospace), how products are designed and engineered, and factors influencing design choices. Producing Engineering…
Construction & the Built Environment Exam Board: Pearson What will I study on the course: You will gain a practical introduction to the construction industry, exploring how buildings are designed, constructed, and maintained. Key components include: Construction and Design: Different forms of low-rise construction (up to 5.2 metres high) for homes, offices, and retail units;…
BTEC Enterprise Exam Board: Pearson What will I study on the course: You will learn how businesses operate in the real world, developing knowledge of key business concepts and their application. The course covers six main units: Business in the real world (purpose, ownership, aims, stakeholders, location, expansion) Influences on business (external factors like technology,…
Digital Exam Board: OCR What will I study on the course: You will develop an understanding of how computers work, computational thinking, and practical programming skills. Key topics include: Computer systems: Systems architecture (CPU, memory, storage), memory and storage, computer networks/connections/protocols, network security, systems software, and ethical/legal/cultural/environmental impacts of digital technology. Computational thinking, algorithms, and…
Science Exam Board: AQA What will I study on the course: You will explore key concepts across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics to build scientific understanding and skills. Biology: Cell biology, organisation (e.g., digestive and circulatory systems), infection and response, bioenergetics (photosynthesis/respiration), homeostasis and response, inheritance/variation/evolution, and ecology. Chemistry: Atomic structure and periodic table, bonding/structure/properties, quantitative…
Maths Exam Board: OCR What will I study on the course: You will build fluency, reasoning, and problem-solving skills across key areas of mathematics. The course covers: Number (structure, calculations, fractions, decimals, percentages, powers, roots, standard form) Algebra (expressions, equations, inequalities, sequences, graphs, quadratic equations) Ratio, proportion, and rates of change (ratios, percentages, direct/inverse proportion,…
English Exam Board: AQA What will I study on the course: You will develop skills to read fluently and write effectively, with confident control of Standard English. This includes reading and understanding a wide range of high-quality, challenging texts from the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries (fiction, non-fiction, literary non-fiction, reviews, and journalism). You’ll analyse…
Art Exam Board: AQA What will I study on the course: You will explore creating, expressing, designing, and reinterpreting the world around you. This includes developing an understanding of historical and contemporary art while producing your own work based on a range of interesting themes. You’ll build skills across various artistic practices such as painting,…
Get Ready for Fun in the Sun! Looking for something exciting to do at the weekend? Look no further! Join us Saturday 5th July 2025 for our spectacular ‘FREE TO ENTER’ #SummerFayre! With a plethora of activities suitable for all ages, there’s something for everyone! Enjoy bouncy castles, Wipeout Sweeper, Football Darts, live performances, a…
Unlock Your Future at Stafford Manor High School with the Associate Teacher Apprenticeship Route! 🎓 Are you passionate about teaching and eager to inspire young minds at Stafford Manor High School? Do you want to make a real difference in the classroom? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Alpha Academies Trust is…
Year 10’s Dive into Future Careers at Alpha-PET Futures Fair! “The future is now!” That was the buzz today, as Year 10 students from The Discovery Academy, The Excel Academy, Moorside High School, and students from The City of Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College had a brilliant time checking out future careers at the Alpha-PET Futures…
Become a Qualified Teacher in Stoke-on-Trent!Teacher Apprenticeship – Level 6Ready to launch your teaching career? Explore the Level 6 Teacher Apprenticeship at Staffordshire University and train with Alpha Academies Trust. Learn About Teacher Apprenticeships Become a Qualified Teacher in Stoke-on-Trent: Associate Teacher Apprenticeship 🎓 Are you passionate about teaching and ready to make a real…
Supporting Children’s Mental Health Week 2025 Children’s Mental Health Week 2025 takes place from 3rd to 9th February 2025, with the theme “Know Yourself, Grow Yourself.” Organised by the charity Place2Be, the initiative encourages children and young people to explore self-awareness and understand how this can help build resilience, confidence, and personal growth. This year,…
✨ Exciting News! ✨ Alpha Academies Trust & Potteries Educational Trust are teaming up to create a stronger, more cohesive educational community across Stoke & Staffordshire! Together, we aim to create a partnership that supports young people and strengthens local networks! 💼📚✨ Our Shared Vision This partnership is designed to: Strengthen relationships among educational institutions.…
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