Please note, the options process for students starting their GCSEs in September 2026 has now finished. Information for the 2027 options process will be communicated directly to parents/carers and students early 2027.

In September 2026, Year 8 students will start their new GCSE courses, which they will see through until their public exams at the end of Year 11. We offer a wide range of courses, both academic and vocational, ensuring that students can build on the breadth of our curriculum offer at Key Stage 3. This is an exciting and very important stage in school life, and we will provide advice and guidance throughout the process to make sure that students choose subjects which enable them to progress to Sixth Form and beyond.

Options Evening Presentation 2026

You can view our Options Evening presentation here.

Communications to parents/carers

Here you will find all communications that have been sent to Year 8 parents/carers. Please contact the school if you have any further queries: admin@sns.hackney.sch.uk

Booklets

Here are our options information booklets for 2026. These booklets contain lots of information to help students choose their GCSE subjects.

Subject Information Booklet 2026-27

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Parent and Carers Guidance Booklet 2026-27

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For more information about the subjects we offer, please have a look at our curriculum page.