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What students study at each age
From Year 7 to Year 13, explained.
Years 7–9 (ages 11–14): Key Stage 3. A broad curriculum across all subjects, ending with GCSE option choices in Year 9.
Years 10–11 (ages 14–16): Key Stage 4. GCSE or IGCSE courses, with exams at the end of Year 11.
Years 12–13 (ages 16–18): Sixth Form or college. A Levels, the IB Diploma, BTECs or T Levels — the qualifications that lead to university or work.