S4 Course Choice
S4 Options 26-27 – Download form here
S4 Option Choice Structure
- English or ESOL and Maths are mandatory.
- 4 periods a week in English/ESOL and Maths.
- 5 periods a week per subject in Columns B to E.
- S4 to S6 can all be in the same class in Columns B to E – focus is on pupils being at the right level/stage as opposed to the same year group.
Can I study a subject in S4 if I haven’t chosen it in S3?
It is always best to continue with subjects you experienced in S3 as you will have a greater depth of knowledge. Following discussion with your Pupil Support Teacher/Depute Head Teacher you may be able to select a subject in S4 if you did not take it in S3, and this would be looked at on an individual basis.
Courses limited to Level 5 / National 5
It is worth noting that some courses only progress up to National 5 or Level 5. This could impact on future choices in the following year. These subjects are:
- Cyber Security
- Digital Media
- Early Learning and Childcare
- Health Sector
- Practical Cookery
- Practical Electronics
- Travel and Tourism
- Practical Woodworking
Compulsory Health & Well-Being Subjects – for ALL S4-S6 pupils
- Physical Education (2 periods per week)
- Personal and Social Education (1 period per week)
- Religious and Moral Education (1 period per week)
S4 Personal Development Options
The purpose of the Personal Development class is to give pupils opportunities to develop skills in different contexts – 1 period per week.
Options could include:
- Photography
- CSLA Sports Leadership
- Duke of Edinburgh
- Dance Leaders
- Introduction to Sociology
- Personal Finance
- Barista
- Young STEM Leaders
- Project-Based Learning
