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At Graveney, we aim to provide an excellent education which not only reflects current developments but also reinforces traditional values and skills. We believe that education should take place in a disciplined atmosphere where pupils are encouraged to learn effectively. In this way, all pupils can achieve their best and become confident, responsible adults, ready to make a positive contribution to the society in which they live and work. We are a school committed to the serious business of study. The school aims to develop the talents and confidence of all its pupils to the full, to equip them with knowledge, skills, and understanding, and to help them towards maturity. We are committed to excellence and high standards in all areas and we value achievement of all kinds. We provide the structure, encouragement, and strategies that inspire and enable students to strive for high achievement in every aspect of their work and development. These strategies include additional studies after school and during the holidays which Graveney students attend to ensure that all have the opportunity to achieve. By seeking to raise levels of expectation regarding future goals, we aim to ensure equality of opportunity The school actively opposes all forms of discrimination. Outstanding care, guidance, and support are real strengths of the school. These key strengths reflect our inclusive ethos and provide the climate for everyone to fulfill their potential. We believe that all children should be able to grow and develop in circumstances where they feel safe and supported. Graveney School is committed to working with pupils, parents, and outside agencies to promote the welfare of children and safeguard them from harm. The school has a comprehensive E-Safety Policy which is supported by extensive day-to-day procedures which have been developed in consultation with staff and students. There are many ways staff and pupils can report issues and access support in school. Click here to access the Child Exploitation Online Protection Centre and CEOP Advice for Parents. Our pupils have access to state-of-the-art technology which supports their learning across all areas of the curriculum. We are a school committed to the serious business of study. We promote the skills and attitudes that enable lifelong learning whilst also providing a range of enrichment opportunities to develop self-confidence and promote integration. We believe that our school has a broad and balanced curriculum that promotes the academic, personal, social, and physical development of all pupils and prepares them for the opportunities, responsibilities, and experiences of adult life. Pupils at Key Stage 3 study a wide curriculum designed to offer engagement and enrichment as well as providing a solid foundation for later success in public examinations. Pupils are taught in broadly banded tutor groups for most subjects but there is further setting in Maths from year 8 onwards. All the tutor groups follow the same curriculum, although some may move faster than others, so there is no ceiling on potential achievement. All pupils have access to a range of further opportunities including twilight lessons in additional subjects, day trips, school journeys, and extra-curricular clubs and societies. All Key Stage 4 pupils follow a course leading to public examinations [GCSE or BTEC] in a range of subjects, including a minimum score of English, Maths Science, and RS as well as non-examination courses in PE, PSHE, and Citizenship. A large majority also study a modern foreign language, and most take either history or geography, giving them the complete range of EBACC subjects. Pupils follow one of three pathways leading to between 8 and 11 examination subjects, so there are some banding and fine setting in the core. Optional subjects run across the entire year group and maybe completely mixed inability. The biggest single-center sixth form in the country! With over 700 students in our sixth form, we can offer a wide and exciting range of level three courses, including 32 A-Level subjects. The sixth form curriculum choices are very broad, offering an extensive range of subject choices at both AS level and A level. We are very proud of the provision we offer which can be explored by viewing other areas of the Sixth Form section. View full school