• Faculty Leader: Ms L Sullivan

​​​

Curriculum Statement of Intent:

​

The Social Science curriculum has been designed in order to stimulate curiosity of the world we live in.

​

Within BTEC Level 2 and 3 Health and Social Care lessons students will learn about the different health and social care services, and about ‘care values’ and their importance in making sure that the people who use these services get the care they need. Skills in interpreting data about someone’s state of health in order to design a plan will be developed.

​

GCSE and A Level Psychology will help students develop essential knowledge and understanding of the different areas of psychology and how they relate to each other. It provides the skills to carry out practical investigations and is bound to stimulate students' curiosity, encouraging them to engage with psychology in their everyday lives.

​

Our A Level in Sociology seeks to inspire students to reflect upon the world we live in, fostering an understanding of the inter-relationships between individuals, groups, institutions and societies. It enables students to develop critical thinking and appreciate theoretical and conceptual issues.

​

​

Curriculum Statement of Implementation:

​

The option to study one or more of the Social Science subjects begins in Year 9.

​

GCSE Psychology and Level 2 BTEC Health and Social Care have been designed as both standalone subjects, or they can be used to build the foundations ready to study A Level Psychology and Level 3 BTEC Health and Social within the Sixth Form. The skills and knowledge gained from studying the Social Sciences at KS4 can also aid the understanding of Sociology which is currently only available to study at A Level.

​

The Social Science Faculty plays an integral role in the teaching of SMSC.

​

FURTHER DETAILS LINK [Social Science Curriculum and Assessment Policy]