3 At Key Stage 3, pupils study English, mathematics and science (the core subjects). It also includes these foundation subjects: history, geography, RE, French, Welsh, art, music, technology, ICT, games, PSE and PE. Drama is offered as part of the skills module. In years 7 and 8 pupils have the opportunity to obtain the Key Skills qualifications of Communication, Application of Number and Working with Others at Level 1. Key Stage 4 At Key Stage 4, pupils follow a compulsory curriculum of English, mathematics, science, games, RE, Welsh, PSE and ICT (Short Course). They then choose from a variety of subjects organised into option groups. They can choose from GCSE, Vocational GCSE and BTEC vocational courses which are linked with Neath Port Talbot College or other providers. At Key Stage 4, the school actively monitors and targets pupils to identify underachievement and provides Learning Coach support and mentoring to help pupils with their GCSE studies. All Year 10 and 11 pupils follow a Personal and Social Education Course, and a programme of Careers Guidance. During year 10 they participate in a week of work experience. Extra-curricular activities The school ran several clubs, either during lunchtime or after school, including clubs for sports, such as football, hockey, gymnastics, tag rugby, basketball, netball and dodgeball; and curriculum-based clubs including Club Urdd, Computer Club, English ‘Shooting Stars’, Choir, Eco-committee and Art Club. The school also ran a community group called Glan Afan Silver Surfers for senior citizens from the local community every Monday from 3:30-5pm. The Silver Surfers have been recognised by the High Sheriff of West Glamorgan and the Wales Volunteer of the Year Awards. Clubs offered in music and drama included Junior Choir, Senior Choir, Guitar Club, Orchestra and Samba Band. The school orchestra made a tour to Belgium. The creative arts departments also put on a full school musical every year, which pupils are encouraged to take part in, and a drama club. Notable alumni Bennett Arron, writer, comedian Leondre Devries, rapper Richard Hibbard, rugby player James Hook, rugby player Gareth Jones, conductor Andy Legg, footballer Michael Sheen, actor Port Talbot County School David Carpanini, artist and academic Edward Howel Francis, professor of Earth Sciences from 1977 to 1989 at the University of Leeds, and president from 1980 to 1982 of the Geological Society of London Geraint Griffiths, singer Clive Jenkins, trade union leader, General Secretary from 1970 to 1988