BUSINESS & ECONOMICS

Our Business and Economics curriculum inspires curiosity about local, national, and global economic systems.

It encourages students to think critically about how individuals, businesses, and governments interact and empowers them to make informed, ethical decisions. Literacy, numeracy, oracy, and enterprise skills are explicitly embedded, developing students’ confidence in articulating complex ideas. Our curriculum embodies the Academy’s mission by being ambitious, broad and knowledge-rich. It empowers students to think critically about how individuals, businesses and governments interact within local, national and global contexts. We explicitly develop literacy, numeracy and oracy, while promoting integrity, responsibility and enterprise. Students are challenged to work hard, act with kindness, and demonstrate the school’s core values in all aspects of their learning

KEY STAGE 4

Understanding business operations, strategy, ethics, and sustainability.
Application of theory to real-world scenarios, including case studies and simulations.
Focus on data analysis, financial literacy, and evaluative skills.
Opportunities to engage with local businesses and industry visits.

KEY STAGE 5

Deep analytical and evaluative thinking, interpreting data and debating multiple perspectives.
Linking theoretical knowledge to contemporary global issues.
Research and independent study skills for higher education preparation.
Development of critical thinking, enterprise skills, and ethical awareness.

AMBITIONS & OUTCOMES

Students become well-prepared for university, apprenticeships, and careers in business, finance, and economics.
Cultivate students’ confidence in decision-making, problem-solving, and communication.
Develop students into responsible, reflective citizens capable of navigating complex global economic contexts.