SENIOR SCHOOL • ACADEMIC LIFE • OUR SUBJECTS
Our Subjects
English
Our English curriculum encourages creativity and critical thinking while fostering a deep appreciation for literature. Pupils explore diverse texts from various cultures, perspectives, and genres.
With a strong focus on oracy, pupils develop their personal voice, confidence, and ability to connect what they read to the world around them and engage in meaningful discussions. By emphasising creativity, analysis, and personal voice, we inspire pupils to think independently and articulate their ideas with clarity and purpose.
As our Senior School pupils progress from Years 7 to 9, they are exposed to more challenging texts and tasks, preparing them for the rigours of the English Language and English Literature IGCSE.
Mathematics
Our Mathematics curriculum challenges pupils to develop a solid foundation in numbers, geometry, algebra, and data. By connecting theory to real-world scenarios, we foster critical thinking, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills that extend beyond the classroom. Interactive and hands-on activities, enhanced by technology, make learning engaging and relevant.
Pupils work collaboratively and independently, mastering the skills necessary for academic achievement and practical life applications. As pupils progress through Key Stage 3, they are challenged with more complex and ambitious problem-solving, in preparation for the demands of Mathematics IGCSE.
Science
In Science, we make biology, chemistry, and physics come alive through experiments, demonstrations, and extended projects. Pupils develop curiosity about the natural world while honing their analytical and problem-solving skills.
In Years 7 and 8, we teach science as a combined discipline, and in Year 9 and IGCSE, it transitions to separate subjects: Biology, Chemistry and Physics. This progression ensures pupils build a solid foundation while preparing for IGCSE examinations and further scientific exploration.
Mandarin
Choosing Mandarin in Senior School offers pupils the chance to gain one of the most widely spoken languages globally, enhancing cognitive skills and career prospects. Pupils develop fluency while deepening their understanding of Chinese culture, history, and traditions, enriching their global perspectives.
Our Mandarin curriculum is aligned with IGCSE requirements, following a structured and tiered approach to ensure that every pupil can excel in Mandarin. This comprehensive preparation equips pupils with the confidence and expertise required for future success in a globalised world.
Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)
Our innovative MFL curriculum fosters fluency in both written and spoken languages. Through dynamic teaching methods and immersive learning experiences, pupils develop comprehensive skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Cultural awareness is embedded throughout the curriculum, ensuring that pupils not only learn the language but also appreciate the rich cultural tapestries of French and Spanish-speaking regions.
To enhance their learning, our pupils participate in cultural celebrations such as Día de Los Muertos and Épiphanie, exploring global lifestyles, traditions, and festivities. These experiences deepen their understanding of the world, promote empathy and social awareness, and expand their global perspective. Pupils are equipped with strong language skills and a profound cultural awareness, preparing them for a globalised world. As pupils progress through Key Stage 3, their learning is enriched with more complex texts and a wider exposure to language nuances and cultural variations.
Computing
In our Computing curriculum, pupils acquire essential skills to thrive in the digital world. We cover key concepts such as programming, data analysis, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, helping pupils become creators, not just consumers of technology.
Pupils engage in hands-on projects that encourage problem-solving and critical thinking, working collaboratively to design innovative solutions. They apply their learning to real-world challenges, building the skills necessary to succeed in a digital future.
The Key Stage 3 Computing Curriculum progresses from foundational skills in Year 7, such as basic programming in Scratch and understanding networks, to intermediate skills in Year 8, including web development and Python basics. By Year 9, pupils tackle advanced topics such as data science, cybersecurity, and physical computing, preparing them for iGCSE-level content. This progression builds on digital literacy, problem-solving, and computational thinking, gradually introducing more complex applications and independent project work.
Join us at an Open House
The best way to experience what life is like at Brighton College (Singapore) is to join us at an Open House, where you will have the chance to talk to pupils and teachers about what makes our school such a special place, and to answer any questions you have about life here.
