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Academics

Explore the school’s core academic, technical, vocational and competency-based programmes.

MOE

Foundation Programme

In Grades 7–9, students are exposed to a core group of foundation subjects.

Foundation Subjects Offered

  • English A and B
  • Mathematics
  • Integrated Science
  • Social Studies
  • Agricultural Science
  • Spanish
  • Information Technology
  • Industrial Technology
  • Home Economics
  • Physical Education
  • Music
  • HFLE
  • Visual Arts
Students participating in the Foundation Programme
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Streams of Study

At the end of Grade 9 (Third Form), students are placed into one of the school's streams based on their academic performance, interests, career aspirations and the availability of places.

Arts and Humanities

Students pursue subjects in languages, literature, history, social sciences and the creative arts.

Natural Sciences

Designed for students interested in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and science-based careers.

Business Studies

Focuses on Accounting, Economics, Office Administration, Entrepreneurship and other business-related subjects.

Technical and Vocational Education and Training

  • Industrial Technology Option
  • Agricultural Science Option
  • Home Economics Option

General Stream

Provides students with a balanced programme of academic and practical subjects suited to a broad range of interests and career pathways.

CXC

CSEC Programme

A broad secondary programme that develops academic knowledge, technical competence and examination readiness across a wide range of subject areas.

CSEC Subjects Offered

  • EDPM
  • Office Administration
  • Principles of Accounts
  • Principles of Business
  • Economics
  • Electrical and Electronic Technology
  • Technical Drawing
  • Mechanical Engineering Technology
  • Building and Furniture Technology
  • Food, Nutrition and Health
  • Family and Resource Management
  • Clothing, Textiles and Fashion
  • Integrated Science
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Agricultural Science
  • Spanish
  • Additional Mathematics
  • English A
  • English B
  • Mathematics
  • Physical Education and Sport
  • Information Technology
  • Geography
  • History
  • Social Studies
  • Theatre Arts
  • Visual Arts
CVQ

CVQ Programme

Competency-based vocational education that develops occupational skills through practical training and assessment.

CVQ Level 1 Areas Offered

  • Data Operations
  • Commercial Food Preparation
  • General Office Administration
  • Crop Production
  • Agro-Processing
  • Inland Aquaculture
  • General Construction
  • Electrical Installation
  • Furniture Making
  • Metal Work Engineering
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CXC

CAPE Programme

Advanced-level study and Associate Degree pathways designed to prepare students for university, employment and professional growth.

Associate of Arts

  • Accounting
  • Economics
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Law
  • History
  • Sociology

Associate of Science

  • Agricultural Science
  • Sports Science
  • Industrial Technology
  • Natural Science
  • Environmental Studies
  • Food and Nutrition

Structure of the CAPE Associate Degree Programme

The CAPE Associate Degree programme combines General Education, Core, Supporting and Elective courses to provide students with a well-rounded academic qualification.

General Education Courses (Compulsory) Core Courses (Based on Specialisation) Supporting Courses Elective
  • Caribbean Studies
  • Communication Studies
  • Integrated Mathematics
At least four CAPE Units relevant to the selected area of specialisation. At least two single units selected from the following CAPE categories:
  • Humanities and Fine Arts
  • Natural, Physical and Applied Sciences
  • Social and Behavioural Sciences
One additional CAPE unit may be selected from any CAPE subject not already included in the General Education, Core or Supporting course requirements.

CAPE Courses Done at NASS

  • Communication Studies
  • Integrated Mathematics
  • Caribbean Studies
  • Building and Mechanical Engineering Drawing
  • Electrical and Electronic Technology
  • Design Technology Units
  • Management of Business
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Economics
  • Accounting
  • Sociology
  • Geography
  • Applied Mathematics
  • History
  • Law
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Biology
  • Environmental Science
  • Literatures in English
  • Physical Education
  • Agricultural Science
  • Food Science
  • Information Technology
  • Pure Mathematics
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CXC

CCSLC Programme

A flexible foundation programme supporting literacy, numeracy, personal development and preparation for further education.

Compulsory Subjects

  • English
  • Mathematics

Other Available Subjects

  • Digital Literacy
  • Integrated Science
  • Social Studies
  • Spanish