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GCSE Options

Years 10 and 11 – GCSE

Students study for eight to ten GCSEs, five or six of which are compulsory. Students choose an additional three or four subjects on top of these. Depending on the subject and the student, some subjects may be taken earlier than others.

Compulsory subjects

English Language
English Literature
Maths
Science: Physics, Chemistry and Biology
- All students study all three sciences, but will be entered for either:
  - Triple Award (ie three separate GCSE qualifications in Physics, Chemistry and Biology)
  - Double Award (a combined qualification from papers in all three sciences, resulting in two GCSEs)

Students then choose two or three subjects from the following options

Art and Design
Business Studies
Computer Science
Design Technology
Drama
French
Further Maths (by invitation)
Geography
History
Music
Physical Education
Psychology
Spanish

Additional Subject Choices

We are always willing to investigate additional subjects and can act as an exams centre for those students who wish to take an additional GCSE not taught at school (e.g. native language GCSE).

GCSE Options Guide 2025-27

2024-26 GCSE Options Booklet (amended version)

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After LPS Clapham

All LPS students have a seamless journey to LPS Sixth - if that is the right choice for them. Situated moments from Victoria station, it provides the perfect stepping stone from school to university, combining both structure and support, whilst giving more freedom than a school.