Business Studies

We aim to provide a curriculum which promotes curiosity with students being encouraged to critique ideas and theories, developing their ability to think for themselves and build confidence within lessons. Aspire, Achieve and Enjoy is at the heart of everything that we do and staff will curiously interrogate how each unit and opportunity aligns with this school vision. We will empower students to become; enthusiastic, skilled, innovative and considerate users of technology, with a deep-rooted ethical and moral compass.  We will equip students with the knowledge and skills required to identify opportunities, develop their employability potential and become confident entrepreneurs of tomorrow.  

In Business studies we design our lessons with the clear intent that every student can access, engage with and succeed in learning. Our curriculum reflects the diverse world of business, choose case studies that reflect different genders, ethnicities and business size. Everyone will have a way to show their understanding and build on their knowledge and develop their critical thinking skills. We set ambitious goals for all learners, offering flexible pathways to demonstrate this understanding.  

At KS4 students will be able to choose a path that aligns to their future personal goals and career ambitions.  We will offer inclusive courses that support and challenge students, providing successful qualifications to take the next steps in their journey.  

Aspire – Utilise a range of cognitive and problem-solving skills, intrapersonal skills and interpersonal skills. Have guest speakers on next steps; identifying talents and giving a platform to be nurtured; Careers information and how to start that pathway; safe space to make mistakes as part of the learning process; celebrate the wins; competitions   

Achieve – Demonstrate the ability to learn independently, to research actively and methodically and being able to give presentations and being active group members. Opportunities to identify progress made; suitable course at examination level; support in class and out  

Enjoy – Understand attitudes and ways of working that are considered most important for an enterprise, including monitoring and reflecting on performance of an enterprise idea and own use of skills. This is demonstrated through enrichment and competitions; trips and visits; guest speakers; rewards lesson and termly; units of study