Key Stage 3:

Years 7, 8 & 9 Curriculum Intent Statement

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In Years 7 and 8 students spend a significant amount of time studying English and Mathematics alongside a wide range of other subjects. We believe that these subjects are vital in developing skills needed in other subjects and for life outside and beyond school.

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On entering the school students are taught in a mixture of form groups or sets. Core subjects such as Mathematics, English and Science have learning sets in Year 7 and teaching by ability increases so that students are placed in groups that match their learning needs. 

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Year 9 is an increasingly important year for students. Our year 9 curriculum is designed to maximise opportunities for our students. During the Spring Term, families and students work with staff to make the choice of subjects that will be followed during Years 10 and 11 at Key Stage 4. Department presentations for each subject can be found on the school website in the Year 9 curriculum section. 

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