Core Subjects

All pupils study the following subjects:

• English (or English as an Additional Language)
• English Literature – we endeavour to create a culture within the School which encourages reading and the enjoyment of literature, both at an academic and an extra-curricular level. We hope very much that, upon leaving Sedbergh, the experience of studying English will have helped all pupils mature and develop into enlightened citizens of the world.
• Mathematics – at all levels, problem solving work is encouraged within the learning process. Our pupils are inspired by the opportunity to take the UK Senior and Intermediate Mathematical Challenges and we have had great success in recent years with many pupils achieving Gold awards.
• Biology – our Biology Department is staffed by an enthusiastic and experienced team of Biology specialists. Our courses include plenty of laboratory practical work and field visits. We are fortunate in having grassland, woodland and freshwater sites within the School grounds.
• Chemistry – the Chemistry Department concentrates its efforts on engaging students with a subject which lends itself to awe and wonder like no other.
• Physics – Physics at Sedbergh combines a traditional course with an emphasis on real-life applications and interesting experimental work. It is exciting that our location within the national park allows us to emphasise topics such astrophysics which is facilitated by the dark skies that surround us.