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Welcome to the Year 9 to 11
“I attended some of the
Course Guide 2021-2024 subject taster sessions for

new courses that I hadn’t
This booklet marks the start of a crucial process for you and your child giving
information on their three year curriculum studied from Year 9 to Year 11. studied before. This gave
Making well informed decisions on which subjects to take through to Year 11 is me a really good insight
imperative to ensuring smooth and rapid progress towards gaining high quality and into the three year course
appropriate qualifications.
and how it could fit
These choices must be carefully thought out, taking on-board all advice and
guidance given, as they will have a significant bearing on your child’s future. alongside subjects that I
Decisions made now will have an impact on the next stage of their educational was already familiar with.
journey and on the type of career your child may wish to follow.
I spoke to lots of my
Take time to find out as much as possible about all the courses on offer. Seek the
advice of others, including older students; their experiences can be extremely useful. teachers and my Tutor
We have a well established process at Ivybridge Community College to ensure your was a really good support
child makes the choices that best meet their capabilities, needs and aspirations. throughout the process.”
Therefore, in order to provide the fullest information possible, there will be a
Year 8 Options Evening and an individual interview with a senior member of staff. Year 9 student

Our Mission Statement We aim to . . .

Ivybridge Community College • Provide you with an excellent education which offers you
opportunities to fulfil your potential in subjects which you enjoy
aims to provide an integrated,
comprehensive curriculum in an • Challenge and support you to further develop your knowledge
and skills needed to take advantage of opportunities,
environment where the whole responsibilities and experiences in later life

learning experience is one of
• Provide you with the skills needed to respond to a changing
Opportunity, Endeavour, world with confidence, knowledge, respect and humility
Achievement and Excellence. • Help you by offering advice and guidance in choosing your
courses and in preparation for higher education, and later
employment