At Croxley Danes School, we aim to instil the core values of excellence, respect and trust in everything we do. Our curriculum is designed with the following intentions:

• To inspire students to be active, creative and curious learners.

• To provide a broad, balanced and knowledge-rich education that supports, challenges and develops every student.

• To equip students with the skills and confidence to apply their learning beyond the classroom.

Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9)

Students in Years 7, 8, and 9 follow the Key Stage 3 curriculum, which is based on the successful model developed at our sister school, St Clement Danes. This model allows for both personalisation and challenge to meet the needs of all learners.

In Year 7, students study a wide range of subjects, including:

• English, Maths, Science

• Art, Drama, Music

• French, Geography, History, Religious Studies

• Technology (Design, Textiles and Food), Computer Science

• Physical Education 

•  Personal Development

In Years 8 and 9, most students will also take Spanish in addition to their other subjects. Over the past year, we have carefully reviewed the KS3 curriculum to strengthen connections between subjects and enhance students' long-term learning.

 

Key Stage 4 (Years 10-11)

From Year 10, students begin the Key Stage 4 curriculum. All students will take GCSEs in the core subjects of English, Maths and Science, along with four other subjects of their choice. The range of optional subjects includes:

• Computer Science, French, Spanish

• Geography, History, Religious Studies

• Art, Drama, Music

• Business Studies, Food Technology, Product Design, Textiles

• Physical Education

For students who may need additional support in English or Maths, we offer tailored lessons in literacy and numeracy, allowing them to focus on three GCSE options instead of four.

 

Teaching and Learning

At Croxley Danes, our teaching is characterised by:

• A deep understanding of every student in the class

• High expectations for all learners

• Strong relationships with students and parents

• Expert subject knowledge

• Effective use of assessments

• Encouraging rapid progress and nurturing a love of learning

 

Our learning environment promotes:

• A love for learning in a safe, happy space

• Mastery of literacy and numeracy skills at KS3

• Confidence in creativity and calculated risk-taking

• Resilience in overcoming academic or personal challenges

• Opportunities for independent learning and self-awareness of well-being

 

For more detailed information, please download our Key Stage 3 and 4 Curriculum Booklet below from our website. For further enquiries, please contact us via email at: enquiries@croxleydanes.herts.sch.uk