Subjects Offered

We offer a wide range of subjects at Holy Cross, all taught by specialist teachers.

Watch our How to Choose Your Subjects video to learn more about life in our Sixth Form and how to make the right choices for you.

As you consider your options, it’s important to explore both the subjects that interest you and the pathways available. Understanding where your choices can lead will help you make informed decisions about your future.

Our Course Guide provides an overview of all subjects available at Holy Cross, including course content, entry requirements, and assessment methods.

Additionally, Richard Challoner School offers the following subjects, which Holy Cross students can access:

Art & Design: Fine Art
Drama & Theatre Studies
Design & Technology: Product Design
Government & Politics

For more information about these subjects, please visit the Richard Challoner School website or contact the school directly.

You can also view the provisional optional blocks for September 2026, which give an example of how subjects may be grouped. This is intended to help you see how your choices could fit together - please note these blocks are subject to final confirmation.

Further information about future pathways and progression routes can be found in the Sixth Form Prospectus.