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OIC BRIGHTON'S PRE-GCSE PROGRAMME

Oxford International College (OIC) Brighton’s Pre-GCSE curriculum prepares our Year 9 students for success at GCSE level – and beyond. Specialist teachers will develop your knowledge and skills across the curriculum, while our ground-breaking Super curricular programme unlocks exciting possibilities outside of classes.

OUR PRE-GCSE PROGRAMME

At OIC Brighton, we offer a Pre-GCSE curriculum for students joining us in Year 9. Innovative, challenging, and creative, our approach combines the highest standards of subject teaching with exceptional wellbeing support. This develops the knowledge and attributes you’ll need to progress to GCSE level. It will also help you to refine valuable skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication.

AN ACADEMICALLY RIGOROUS APPROACH

All OIC Brighton Pre-GCSE students take mandatory classes in the core subjects (Maths, English Language, English Literature, and Sciences), Humanities (History and Geography), Arts (Art, Drama, and Music), and Languages (Mandarin and/or Russian). Pre-GCSE Maths and English are grouped by ability, and Sciences are taught separately (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics).

To ensure you’re on the right track, you’ll sit monthly Strategic Cumulative Informative Tests (SCITS), as well as mid- and end-of-term assessments. The results give our teachers a snapshot of how you’re progressing, as well as any areas for improvement. Our students receive feedback a week after each assessment, and we send out reports every month.

INSPIRING YOU TO EXCEL

HOW WE TEACH

Passionate about their specialism – and committed to helping you achieve your goals – our trailblazing Pre-GCSE programme teachers cultivate an ambitious yet supportive culture where every student thrives.

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BEYOND OUR PRE-GCSE CURRICULUM

Joining us in Year 9 gives our Pre-GCSE students even more time to hone their global skills and talents, as they explore future options through our exciting Super curricular programme.

The programme will take you beyond the syllabus, giving you an in-depth insight into various career and university pathways. Through tailored courses, awards, and activities, you’ll begin to create a rich portfolio of experiences that will help you to stand out from the crowd.

A SPECIAL PLACE TO LIVE AND LEARN

Set among 25 acres of parks and ancient woodland – and located just minutes away from the coast and city – our beautiful campus is the perfect place to live and learn.

Our quintessentially English college environment is purpose-built to meet the ambitions of our 21st century learners. You’ll feel inspired by both our natural surroundings and state-of-the-art learning spaces, as you work towards your goals alongside bright young minds from around the world.

COLLEGE LIFE