[citation needed] In Key Stage 3 pupils are taught Art, Design and Technology, Drama, English, French, Geography, History, ICT, Maths, Music, Physical Education, Religious Education, Science and SCOPE (PSHE).

[5] In Key Stage 4 pupils then study English, Maths and Science as their three core GCSE subjects and others which can be chosen as their options (GCSEs and BTECs are available).

This additional funding is for students who are known to be eligible for free school meals, in local authority care, or from a family with a parent in the armed forces.

This sent shockwaves through the community, and Shoeburyness High School was featured in multiple news outlets up and down the country as a result.

The rats were spotted in the toilets, and it is believed they were using the school as a feasting ground, picking up any crumbs dropped by children during the day.