Quarrydale Academy’s science lessons pushes me to new limits. I get to learn in new ways and with others. I can always ask questions and staff are always happy to help. I have the opportunity to take part in experiments and there is also a Science club anyone can attend after school.
Charlie S
Quarrydale Student
I’m a year 12 student who enjoys reading and learning new things. I would love to become a paramedic once leaving school. I want to be able to help people and support families in tough times.I have chosen science diploma, business studies and English literature, these were my favourite subjects at GCSE. I always found science interesting and fun to learn about. These subjects are mostly coursework based.I wanted to study somewhere familiar where I knew that I had teachers who knew how to help me if I needed it.You have more freedom than in lower school and studying is a lot more enjoyable as you are surrounded by people who genuinely want to learn.
I really like Quarrydale, I am proud to wear the Quarrydale uniform. When I first joined, I felt a little nervous, but after the first week I felt a lot more comfortable and settled in well, making many new friends from lots of different primaries.
Going from lesson to lesson can be daunting but very quickly it becomes routine. I have had many different teachers throughout my first year who have different teaching strategies. My Favorite subjects are History and English. I love how in English we can work independently or with support. In History we learn a lot of interesting topics, sometimes learning about gory topics that make it more fun. You might have the opportunity to visit Berlin in year 9. In Design and Technology this year I have made a passive amplifier, a keyring, and a cushion, also flapjacks, chicken nuggets, fruit salad and curry.
As a year 7 tutor representative I have attended regular meetings, visited primaries to talk to the year 6’s about their worries/concerns. Helped when a year 6 and parent have visited Quarrydale for a tour and a chat, answering any questions and addressing any problems.
On sports day, the whole school was outside on the field, there were four main events with a year group taking part in each. There was an event suitable for everyone, last period we did the finals for running races. There also were teacher races and a tug of war where we got to watch the teachers struggle and compete.
At the end of year 7, as a reward for all our hard work we had a morning where we could have a break from lessons and go on the field, there were many different inflatables, a laser tag, and a rock-climbing wall.
My first year at Quarrydale has been amazing, full of successes and opportunities, it has flown by so quickly and I cannot wait to go into year 8 in September!
Kitty F
Quarrydale Student
I like this school and enjoy Art the most. I like that you have the freedom to be creative and artistic.
I love the chances we have as well. We have the opportunity to go on big trips like Berlin for History, and France in French. I like how we can go places not just in school, but also outside even if it’s just small trips.”
Elinor D
Student at Quarrydale
“I’m a 17-year-old who’s goal is to become an accountant.
I take science diploma, core maths and business. I enjoy science diplomas it is a lot more interesting than GCSE and more advanced. I chose core maths as maths has always been my favourite subject and because I wasn’t able to get my grades for A Level this was an alternative that still lets me enjoy and continue with the subject that I love. I chose business as it was something new that I did not study in GCSE but will be good for my career path. Business is heavy in coursework but as I like the course I find it easy to make time.
Post 16 is helpful as all students have access to material and equipment from pens and paper to using their technology, such as laptops, ipads and the printer. Also at Post 16teachers are understanding of how much work we have to complete, therefore, assignment due dates are very reasonable. Teachers at Post 16 are always there for any students to help if they are feeling stressed or upset with their studies.”
Maddie B
Quarrydale Student