Senior Department

All girls study a broad range of subjects. Most girls will study nine subjects for GCSE.

All girls study a wide range of subjects - most girls will study nine subjects for GCSE

Curriculum

Additional Mathematics
Art
Biology
Careers
Chemistry
Drama
Dual Award Science
English Language
English Literature
French
Games

Geography
History
Home Economics
ICT
Mathematics
Music
PSE
Physical Education
Physics
Religious Studies
Spanish
Technology

Sport

Hockey, Netball, Cross-Country, Gymnastics, Tennis, Rounders, Athletics and Swimming are all available.
The Sports Hall gives us all year round facilities, particularly for Gymnastics. Regular matches are arranged with local schools and teams are entered for the Independent Schools Association competitions both in the North West and at National Level. Years 10 and 11 are introduced to Badminton, Basketball, Volleyball, Squash and Golf.

musical tuition is an important part of Cransley's school curriculum

Drama

There is one major school play or musical per year, Workshops also take place throughout the year. Speech and Drama examinations can be taken with the English Speaking Board. There are regular visits to the theatre for all year groups as part of their curriculum studies.

Music

Music forms a very important part of the curriculum. Pupils participate in choral and instrumental groups. Instruction is provided in piano, woodwind, brass, string instruments (including guitar) and also solo singing. Each year opportunities are provided for pupils to participate in concerts, musical productions, competitions and workshops.

Ballet and Modern Dance

Opportunities are provided for those who wish to continue from the Junior Department. Newcomers are encouraged.

Clubs

Cookery, Art, Pottery and Gymnastics, Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme,First Aid, Debating Society. Regular practices take place for all the major Sports, Choir and Instrumental Groups.

Community Services/Charities

We have links with local villages and plan to expand the contacts through greater use of our resources. Year 9 has a yearly plan to support certain charities and events, which occur throughout the year.

After Cransley

Throughout Years 10 and 11, the girls also follow a widely based careers course of lectures, assessments and visits. After GCSE the girls go on to various day and boarding schools /colleges.

Careers

There is a comprehensive Careers Education and Guidance programme, with close links to both ISCO (Independent Schools Careers Organisation) and Cheshire Careers Guidance Partnership, the local careers service. Careers lessons take place from Year 9 where their own capabilities, option choices and possible careers are discussed. In Year 11, all pupils undergo psychometric tests organised by ISCO to help them through their career planning. At that stage, they also receive help and advice to aid their smooth transition to the most appropriate post 16 courses and establishments.

Belmont Hall, Great Budworth, Cheshire, CW9 6NQ
Tel: 01606 891747 Fax: 01606 892122

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