KS4 Pathways

Welcome to our Year 9 Options process. 

This is the first opportunity for students to make choices about their education for the next two years, although it is an exciting time, we understand that this can be quite daunting for some, whereas others will already have a clear direction about the path they would like to follow.

The Options process begins early at Ixworth High School, included within it are a series of events that are designed to ensure we share as much information as possible; it began with an assembly on the first day of term explaining the year, taster sessions in option subjects in November, our career weeks, this booklet and our options evening, as well as a number of other interactions as we have moved through the year. Additionally, there are also opportunities to discuss individually with subject experts, pastoral support and our SENCo in school before students submit their choices.

Support from home is equally valuable, as parents/guardians and older siblings or relatives will be able to offer advice on the skills needed for FE, HE and the workplace.

We plan for Year 9 to start their options in the final half term of this academic year, this gives a lead in to Year 10 in September allowing us to establish routines, as well as beginning to work at the pace and challenge that Level 2 qualifications require.

We are proud of the diverse range and increasing number of qualifications we are able to offer at Ixworth, as well as the increasing success our students are enjoying. Please ensure you make maximum use of the advice and guidance available to ensure you select the best courses for you over the next two years.

Mr Gibb

Headteacher