Caldicot School 3.68

Caldicot School is a coeducational and non-selective secondary school in Caldicot, Monmouthshire, South Wales, with around 1,300 students. Mrs. S Gwyer-Roberts has been headmistress since September 2002. In 2013, the school was rated 'Good' by Estyn.HistoryCaldicot School welcomed its first intake of pupils on the 1st of September 1958. The College opened with 19 teachers and room to accommodate 400 pupils. The College was officially opened in September 1959 by Prince Philip.On the 3rd of September 1969 the school became comprehensive and changed its name to Caldicot Comprehensive School.CurriculumKey Stage 3In KS3 all students follow the National Curriculum. The KS3 programme of study includes: English, Mathematics, Science, Welsh, Art, Drama, Geography, History, Information & Communication Technology (ICT), Modern Foreign Languages (French and Spanish), Music, Physical Education, Personal & Social Education (PSE), Religious Education and Design & Technology.Key Stage 4In KS4 pupils must follow the core National Curriculum of English, Mathematics, Science, Welsh Second Language, Religious Education, Physical Education, PSE and the Welsh Baccalaureate Qualification. In addition pupils must choose three option subjects. A variety of options are available which include some vocation courses.