Selecting subjects is a significant opportunity to shape education in line with aspirations and interests. This decision will influence students’ academic trajectory over the next two years and beyond. Please find the curriculum pathways timeline which details the associated events and activities to support you with the options process, below:
| Date | Description |
| 5 November 2025 | Year 9 launch assembly |
| 6 to 13 November 2025 | Subject taster sessions during PDL |
| Early November | Year 9 progress reviews issued |
| 13 November 2025 | Year 9 Pathways Information Evening 5pm to 6.30pm – Presentations at 5pm and 5.45pm |
| 18 November 2025 | Year 9 Parents’ Evening appointment booking open to parents / carers |
| 25 November 2025 | Year 9 Parents’ Evening |
| 12 December 2025 | Option choice form submission deadline |
Year 9 options
The submission deadline for year 9 options is 12 December 2025. Students can apply online here.
The year 9 pathways booklet:
Courses
You can also find information about the courses we offer on our year 9 curriculum pages.
Year 9 parents’ evening
The year 9 parents’ evening will take place in person at the academy on Tuesday 25 November.
The parents’ evening booking link will open at 7pm on Tuesday 18 November and will remain open until 1p.m. on 25th November.
Staff will have appointments available between 3.30pm and 6.30pm so you should be able to book appointments to suit your availability across all subjects. If you are unable to attend this event, please send an email to the Year 9 email address below to advise us and someone will be in contact.
Email: Year9PCE@eastleake-ac.org.uk
We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday 25 November!
