Welcome to GCSE Options 2026
Here we will update all relevant information for our Year 9 students to support their journey over the coming weeks in deciding their GCSE options.
Below is a timeline of key dates and important information for students and parents / carers.
Please also find here a link to our 2026 GCSE Options booklet which contains all of the information required.
If your child has any questions they can speak to their Tutor, Head of Year, Subject Teacher, Careers team and, of course, have those all important conversations at our upcoming options evening.
Key dates timeline:
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday 9 January 2026 | Initial options assembly with Year 9 students |
| Monday 12 January 2026 | Parents' Evening booking opens for parents of BCJ ONLY at 6pm on Arbor |
| Thursday 22 January 2026 | Parents' Evening for BCJ Face to Face 4pm - 7pm in the Dining Hall |
| Monday 19 January 2026 | Parents' Evening booking opens for parents of RW ONLY at 6pm on Arbor |
| Thursday 29 January 2026 | Parents' Evening for RW Face to Face 4pm - 7pm in the Dining Hall |
| Thursday 5 February 2026 | GCSE Options Evening for all students and families |
| Friday 6 February 2026 | Options selection submission form opens |
| Friday 13 February 2026 | Options selection form final deadline |