Key Stage 4

At ASCS, we want our students to acquire a depth of knowledge and a comprehensive set of skills essential to their future career choices. In order to ensure that all students experience breadth and balance in their curriculum, it is important that all students follow a programme of compulsory and optional subjects. The Compulsory subjects are English, Mathematics UAE Social Studies and Islamic Studies (for Muslim students) and a Science route based on the following pathways:

Academic Pathways
In Year 10, we stream students into pathways catering to their needs, choices and talents. The aim of these pathways is to ensure all students achieve the best possible outcomes within the curriculum time provided; offering up to 10 GCSE or equivalent qualifications over a course of two years.

*Selected students will be given an opportunity to sit English Literature and Further Maths

A blended curriculum
We recognise each student’s preferred learning style and therefore offer leading British international qualifications IGCSEs in Cambridge International, Edexcel, AQA and BTEC vocational qualifications by Pearson.

Curriculum Enrichment
In addition to the formal timetabled curriculum, we offer a range of opportunities for students to continue personal development outside of the classroom. These will include local and international visits; subject related field trips; internships and sporting opportunities. All Year 10 and 11 students are also enrolled on the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme; attend careers guidance workshops and further education seminars.