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Options Information

The selection of optional subjects at key stage four is one of the most crucial moments in any student’s secondary education.

Home > Year 9 Options Information

The information in this section will support you through the options process and ensure your informed choices lead to the maximisation of your potential. 

It will be important that you understand your own strengths and weaknesses so that you can optimise your chances of success. Equally, we recommend that you select courses in which you have a real interest. 

In our most recent Ofsted inspection report our curriculum and options choices were described as “varied and motivating”. Being able to offer a broad and balanced curriculum allows accessibility for all, and meets the needs and  aspirations of our students. 

Please read and discuss the options subjects in this site with your parents or carers. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us. 

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Core Subjects

These are the subjects that you have to study, find out more about them using the button below.

Core subjects
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Option Choices

There is a wide range of subjects you can choose to study in addition to the core subjects, find out more about them using the button below.

Option Choices
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Careers Education

Choosing what subjects to study in years 10 and 11 is the first step in preparation for life after Ipswich Academy.

Find out more about careers education
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Action Required: Free School Meals Update

All Suffolk Paradigm academy families receiving Free School Meals must re-confirm eligibility before 1st September 2026 to avoid interruptions! All applications must be made online directly via Suffolk County Council (no paper forms).

If unconfirmed, FSM eligibility ends on 31/08/2026 and your child will not receive a FSM at the start of term.

https://ipswichacademy.paradigmtrust.org/news/free-school-meals/