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 English Year 7
Students are taught in mixed ability tutor groups. Their skills in speaking and listening, reading and writing are developed through a wide range of activities which are based around the themes below. Pair and group work encourage students to develop their confidence and reflection on learning and understanding the criteria for success are regular features of lessons. Grammar is taught mainly through short activities at the start of lessons and one lesson a week is usually devoted to the study of literature. Testing based on the government's optional test is done in the summer term.
The themes studied are:
Showcase tutor group magazine, The Village, Research Topic, Introduction to Media, Poetry and Genres study.
English Year 8
Year 8 students are taught in three bands based on ability. Grammar and language work continue to be taught explicitly, and students continue to practise drafting and rewriting skills. Throughout the year, students are assessed to National Curriculum standards on work covering the three attainment targets of Reading, Writing and Speaking & Listening, each of which is equally important. Students read at least one novel or other text in class during the year, and we continue to encourage students to read independently. Students sit the government's optional tests in the summer term. Units covered are as follows: Travel Writing; Heroes and Legends; Media – Advertising and Film; Poetry; Shakespeare (A Midsummer Night's Dream).
English Year 9
Year 9 students are grouped in two ability bands, and work towards the national Key Stage 3 Tests, practising reading and writing different text types (for example poetry, fiction including texts written before 1914, non-fiction texts to argue, persuade or advise) and studying a Shakespeare play (currently Much Ado about Nothing, Richard III or The Tempest). The students are encouraged to understand how the tests are marked and how the tests, marked externally, assess Reading and Writing; the class teacher also gives a teacher assessment level, which is equally important as the test level. This also covers the students' performance in Speaking & Listening. After the tests, students follow a Literature Project to prepare them for GCSE study of literature and the demands of coursework.
English Year 10 (English and English Literature GCSE)
Year 10 students are taught in one of three broad ability bands and are prepared for both English and English Literature GCSE. In Year 10 students focus on course-work, producing three or four pieces for their combined English / English Literature folder. These assignments usually include a piece of original writing, a response to media texts, study of a pre-1914 novel and a post-1914 play. In addition to their written coursework, the students undertake a series of speaking and listening assessments that count towards their final English GCSE grade. These involve the students working individually, in groups and in drama-focused activities. They begin preparation for the examination papers through practising the reading and writing tasks and by becoming familiar with the kinds of questions which are set.
English Year 11
During Year 11 students complete their coursework folders: original writing, a response to media, Shakespeare and a pre-1914 Prose Study. For English Literature, they also complete a response to post-1914 Drama. A final assessment of Speaking and Listening for English is made from activities completed over the course, including group work and a drama based activity. Students entered for English Literature typically study or revise their set text and the Literature poetry from the Anthology. Practice in answering the examination questions for reading and writing is also given. Paper 2 and a full English Literature examination are completed in the Practice Examinations in January. From late February, when coursework must be finally submitted, revision programmes are organised, focusing on texts and skills for the examinations.
English Language and Literature Year 12
Students are taught in a mixed ability group for AQA Specification B by two teachers . Emphasis is put on discussion and students are expected to contribute ideas, developing their critical thinking. Students are set regular assignments, usually in the form of essays. A practice examination is sat in February. The two modules taught are: · Module 1 (the exam module) Introduction to Language and Literature Study. Study of poetry, prose and drama, fiction and non-fiction texts focuses on an Anthology entitled “Travel, Transport and Locomotion” In the exam students will answer one question on the Anthology and clean copies will be provided for exam purposes. The other question will be set on unseen material for comment and analysis and related to the theme of the Anthology. Module 2 (the coursework module) – In “Themes in Language and Literature” students study two texts, with a shared focus on a particular theme and examine how language has changed over time as exemplified in the texts being studied. Students produce two pieces of coursework on these texts.
English: GCSE Retake Year 12
Students redo some or all of their coursework, producing four pieces for their folder. In addition to their written coursework, the students undertake a series of speaking and listening assessments that count towards their final grade. They prepare for the examination papers through practising the reading and writing tasks and by revising the poetry from other cultures and traditions in the Anthology.
English Literature AS:
Students are taught in a mixed ability group for AQA Specification B by two teachers. Discussion of many different literary genres and regular written work of different types are central features of the course and help students to develop their own ideas and opinions in the analysis of the set texts. Practice examinations are held in February. The two modules are: - Module 1(the exam module): Aspects of Narrative. Two novels and two different poets are studied in detail and clean copies of these texts are provided for use in the examination where two questions are answered. Module 2 (the coursework module): Dramatic Genres. Two texts from the tragedy genre and from different literary periods will be studied, one of which will be a Shakespeare play. Two pieces of coursework will be produced.
English Language AS:
Students are taught in a mixed ability group for AQA Specification B by two teachers. Emphasis in teaching is on discussion and written assignments based on many different types of written and spoken texts. Practice examinations are set in February. The two AS modules are: Module 1(the exam module): Categorising Texts - several short texts are set for detailed comment and language analysis and three different language topics are also studied and students will answer on one of these. Module 2 (the coursework module): Creating Texts - students produce two pieces in two different genres and for two different audiences and each is accompanied by a commentary.
English Language and Literature Year 13
Students continue to be taught in a mixed ability group. Lively discussions in class ensure that students continue to develop their critical faculties. They are encouraged to understand and utilise the assessment criteria for the various modules. Practice examinations are held in February. The modules to complete the A Level are: · Module 4 – Text Transformation. Students transform their chosen text from one genre to another and produce a critical commentary on the texts and the process. Module 5 – Students study HAMLET, transcripts of natural speech and extracts from plays or novels. Students are entered for Module 5 in January. Module 6 - Critical Approaches. Students use all of the literary and linguistic approaches learned on the course to analyse a range of texts and produce a short commentary on their approach.
English Literature Year 13
Students continue to be taught in a mixed ability group. Discussion and regular written tasks enhance their skills in literary analysis and their grasp of different interpretations and contexts. Careful attention is paid to the Assessment Objectives and their relationship to the different A2 modules. Practice examinations are held in February. The three modules are:
- Module 4: Comparing Texts: students prepare a coursework essay that compares two texts of different genres and/ or different literary periods. Students are entered for Module 4 in January.
- Module 5: Poetry and Drama: one text from each genre from prescribed literary periods is studied; students cannot take texts into the examination.
- Module 6: Exploring Texts: in this synoptic module students collect a pre-release pack and then use this plus some linked unseen material in the examination to answer two questions. This module tests all the skills and approaches of both AS and A2 courses.
English Language and Literature Year 13
Students continue to be taught in a mixed ability group. Regular discussion and written assignments further enhance the students' linguistic knowledge and analytical approaches. The Assessment Objectives continue as a focus. Practice examinations are set in February. The three modules are:
- Module 4: Language Investigation: students collect their own data for analysis, using particular linguistic frameworks. Students are entered for Module 4 in January.·
- Module 5: Editorial Writing: a pre-release pack is issued to each student a week before the examination and in the examination they are set an adaptation task using only these materials.
- Module 6: Language Development: this module tests all the skills and knowledge gained through the course and is divided into 2 sections: Language Acquisition and Language Change.
Media Studies and Film Studies Year 12
Year 12 students begin by analysing a variety of moving image clips in order to understand the codes of conventions of a particular film/TV genre. Lessons are interactive and naturally take account of students' preferred learning styles eg (video analysis – visual, class discussion – auditory, poster/video making – kinaesthetic). At the end of each unit students complete a ‘Self-Assessment for Learning' sheet and set themselves targets for future learning. Students are also assessed in class on ‘Group Presentations/Learning Demonstrations' every half term. The key assessed tasks are: · Group coursework – five minute filmed sequence from ‘thriller' game · Examinations - Textual Analysis (Action/Adventure game), TV sitcom - Audiences and Institutions (new technologies, media ownership).
Media Studies and Film Studies Year 13
Lessons are interactive and naturally take account of students' preferred learning styles eg (video analysis – visual, class discussion – auditory, poster/video making – kinaesthetic). The course builds on skills gained at AS and moves their understanding forward, incorporating theoretical models. To this end they study issues and debates in the media covering film, print and broadcasting. They undertake a critical research project which involves primary research, chosen from a set range of possible briefs, and is written up at the end of the year in exam conditions. Finally the knowledge they gained in their AS production is consolidated into their A2 production portfolio. This course develops the students' skills of teamwork, analysis, research and technical competence.
Latin Year 10
The Year 10 group studies books II and III of the Cambridge Latin Course. Language aspects include: infinitive and pluperfect of verbs, possessive case of nouns, relative clauses, present participles (II); perfect participles, subordinate clauses with subjunctive verbs, ablative case of nouns (III). Book II is set partly in the south of Britain and partly in Alexandria; book III is set in Britain, focusing on Bath and Chester. Study of Roman society concentrates on the current GCSE set topics: the Roman army and Roman daily life. Learning and revision of the vocabulary and grammar set for GCSE are continuous, with tests, exercises and formal translations encouraging pupils to reflect on their learning. Class discussion of narrative methods and techniques of linguistic style prepare for the study of literature in Year 11. The end of year assessment includes translation, comprehension and questions on the Roman society topic.
Latin Year 11
Most of the lesson time is divided between language study, using book IV and parts of book V of the Cambridge Latin Course, and the GCSE set literature, consisting of extracts from the Cambridge Latin Anthology, both verse and prose; the writers include Ovid Virgil, Catullus and other poets plus Julius Caesar and Tacitus on Roman Britain. The language work includes: the passive voice and future tense of verbs, deponent verbs, the ablative absolute and indirect statement. Students also study or revise aspects of the GCSE set topics in Roman society, currently Roman religion and Roman daily life. Learning and revision of the set vocabulary and grammar are continuous, with tests, exercises and formal translations encouraging pupils to reflect on their learning. Class discussion of the literature encourages individual interpretations, which are incorporated in the notes made to accompany translations of the texts; thorough learning of both translations and notes are required. All four GCSE examination papers (OCR board) are practised.
Classical Civilization Year 12
Preparation for the two examination papers of one and a half hours each (OCR board) begins with some mythological and historical background to Ancient Greece. Study of Homer's 'Odyssey' lasts for most of two terms and includes consideration of characters, narrative structure, epic style and social values; fourteen of the 24 books of the poem (4-12 and 18-22) are set for detailed knowledge and analysis. (Three tragedies, Aeschylus's Agamemnon and Sophocles's Oedipus the King and Electra , and three comedies, Aristophanes's Acharnians , Wasps and Peace , are studied between September and April. Of these, two each are set for more detailed study: currently Agamemnon and Electra , Acharnian s and Wasps . Some knowledge of Athenian politics in the 5th century B.C. is needed for the comedies, together with analysis of humour, character and structure. Character and structure are also studied in the tragedies as well as religious and moral ideas).
Classical Civilization Year 13
The course begins in June with study of Greek sculpture and pottery painting. This leads on in the autumn to choice of topic for the coursework module (3,000 words), with research and writing to be done in the autumn and spring terms. Study for the Greek and Roman epic examination paper begins in September with reading Virgil's ' Aeneid ' and comparing it with Homer's ' Odyssey '. Three of the 12 books of the ' Aeneid ' (currently 4, 10 and 12) are set for detailed knowledge and analysis, plus comparison with four books (currently 9, 10, 12 and 23) of the ' Odyssey '. Some knowledge of Roman history and society in the late first century B.C. is needed for the ' Aeneid '. The third A2 module requires study of three further tragedies, Euripides's ‘ Hippolytus', ‘ Bacchae ' and 'Medea ', to be compared with Sophocles's ' Oedipus the King' and ‘Electra' plus Aeschylus's ' Agamemnon ' ; the last two of each group are currently set for more detailed study.
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Mathematics | Maths Mechanics | Maths Stats | Further Mathematics
Mathematics Year 7
Students follow the Key Stage 3 Mathematics framework. The programmes of study cover the National Curriculum areas of Number and Algebra, Geometry and Measures and Handling Data. There is an emphasis on using and applying maths in each of these areas.
Students are encouraged to develop their mathematical and thinking skills through a variety of activities and learning approaches. These include demonstration, illustration, dialogue, problem solving and the use of ICT. Students are regularly engaged in oral and mental work.
Assessment is through questioning, written work and formal tests in November, February and June. Students are taught in ability groups which are regularly reviewed. Parents are informed when changes are made.
Mathematics Year 8
Students follow the Key Stage 3 Mathematics framework. The programmes of study cover the National Curriculum areas of Number and Algebra, Shape, Space and Measures and Handling Data. Opportunities for Using and Applying Mathematics are included in each of these areas. Students are encouraged to develop their mathematical and thinking skills through a variety of activities and learning approaches. These include demonstration, illustration, dialogue and the use of ICT. Students are regularly engaged in oral and mental work. All students will also participate in the Crystal Maze problem solving activities in July. Assessment is through questioning, written work and formal tests in February and June. Students are taught in ability groups which are regularly reviewed. Parents are informed when changes are made.
Mathematics Year 9
Students follow the Key Stage 3 Mathematics framework. The programmes of study cover the National Curriculum areas of Number and Algebra, Shape, Space and Measures and Handling Data. Opportunities for Using and Applying Mathematics are included in each of these areas. Students are encouraged to develop their mathematical and thinking skills through a variety of activities and learning approaches. These include demonstration, illustration, dialogue and the use of ICT. Students are regularly engaged in oral and mental work. Assessment is through questioning, written work, formal tests in December and Key Stage 3 Tests in May. Students are taught in ability groups which are regularly reviewed. Parents are informed when changes are made.
Maths (Modular) Year 10:
Students follow a programme of study to prepare for AQA Modular Mathematics. The Mathematics GCSE covers the national curriculum areas of Number and Algebra, Shape, Space and Measures and Handling Data. Students will practise examination papers and past questions throughout the two years as well as having regular assessments in order to assess progress and help students develop their thinking skills and application of knowledge. The examinations will consist of an examination in November of Year 10, based on Handling Data (worth 18% of final grade). Also in Year 10 there will be an examination in March based on Number and Algebra (worth 27% of final grade). The final module, which will be sat in Year 11, is based on Number and Algebra as well as Shape, Space and Measure (worth 55% of final grade). Students are taught in target groups and are entered for each examination at the tier we believe they will achieve the highest possible grade.
Maths/Additional Maths (Set A*) Year 10:
Students follow a programme of study to prepare for AQA Modular Mathematics (GCSE) and OCR Additional Maths (FSMQ). The mathematics GCSE covers the national curriculum areas of Number and Algebra, Shape, Space and Measure and Handling Data. The Additional Maths concentrates on those areas which are essential for further study in Mathematics at AS and beyond. There is no coursework for GCSE Maths or Additional Maths. Students will practise examination papers and past questions throughout the two years as well as having regular assessments in order to assess progress and help students develop their thinking skills and application of knowledge. For GCSE Maths the examinations will consist of an examination in November of Year 10, based on Handling Data (worth 18% of final grade). Also in Year 10 there will be an examination in March based on Number and Algebra (worth 27% of final grade). The final module, which will be sat in Year 11, is based on Number and Algebra as well as Shape, Space and Measure (worth 55% of final grade). The Additional Maths will be assessed through a final examination in Year 11 Students are taught in target groups and are entered for the examination at which we believe they will achieve the highest possible grade.
Maths (Modular) Year 11:
Students follow a programme of study to prepare for AQA Modular Mathematics. The Mathematics GCSE covers the national curriculum areas of Number and Algebra, Shape, Space and Measures and Handling Data. Students will practise examination papers and past questions throughout the two years as well as having regular assessments in order to access progress and help students develop their thinking skills and application of knowledge. The examinations will consist of an examination in November, based on Number and Algebra (worth 27% of final grade). Also in Year 10 there will be an examination in March based on Handling Data (worth 18% of final grade). The final module, which will be sat in Year 11, is based on Number and Algebra as well as Shape, Space and Measure (worth 55% of final grade). There is no coursework for GCSE Maths. Students are taught in target groups and are entered for each examination at the tier we believe they will achieve the highest possible grade.
Maths (Linear) Year 11:
Students follow a programme of study to prepare for Edexcel Linear Mathematics. The Mathematics GCSE covers the national curriculum areas of Number and Algebra, Shape, Space and Measure and Handling Data. There is no coursework fro GCSE Mathematics. Students will practice examination papers and past questions throughout the two years as well as having regular assessments in order to access progress and help students develop their thinking skills and application of knowledge. The final examination for GCSE Mathematics will consist of two papers each worth 50%. Students are taught in target groups and are entered for the examination at which we believe they will achieve the highest possible grade.
Maths/Statistics (Linear) Set A* Year 11:
Students follow a programme of study to prepare for Edexcel Linear mathematics and Edexcel Linear Statistics, which are two GCSEs. The mathematics GCSE covers the national curriculum areas of Number and Algebra, Shape, Space and Measure and Handling Data. The GCSE Statistics concentrates on Handling Data and Probability. There is no coursework for GCSE Mathematics. For Statistics GCSE students complete one piece of coursework at the end of Year 10 which is worth 25% of the final grade. Students will practise examination papers and past questions throughout the two years as well as having regular assessments in order to access progress and help students develop their thinking skills and application of knowledge. The final examination for GCSE Mathematics will consist of two papers, each worth 40%, whilst the GCSE Statistics will consist of one paper which is worth 75% of their final grade. Students are taught in target groups and are entered for the examination at which we believe they will achieve the highest possible grade.
Mathematics Year 12:
Students follow a programme of study to prepare for Edexcel AS modules Core 1 and 2 and Statistics 1. The core modules cover Pure Mathematics, which includes algebraic techniques, trigonometry, sequences and series and basic calculus Statistics includes data presentation and analysis, probability and the Normal Distribution. Lessons usually involve interactive teaching and practice in relevant techniques. Homework and study outside lessons are essential to fully develop each new skill. The final examination consists of one paper for each module, each worth 1/3 of the final grade.
Maths: L6 GCSE
Students follow a programme of study to prepare for AQA Modular GCSE Mathematics. The course is made up of 3 modules. There is no coursework required. The first module is taken in November and is worth 18% of the final marks. This covers calculation of averages, using statistical diagrams and probability. The second module exam, worth 27%, is taken in March. This covers number work such as fractions, decimals, percentages and properties of numbers. The final examination, taken in June, is worth 55% of the marks. This covers Algebra and Shape and Space, such as angles, coordinates, equations, graphs and trigonometry. All examinations consist of a calculator and a non-calculator paper. Lessons focus on the teaching and practice of key concepts required to improve on previous GCSE grades.
A Level Maths Mechanics Year 13
Students follow a programme of study to prepare for Edexcel A2 modules Core 3 and 4 and either Mechanics 2 or Statistics 1. Pure Mathematics covers algebraic techniques, calculus, coordinate geometry of curves and circles, vectors and advanced trigonometry. Mechanics 2 includes the study of the energy of particles, motion of particles and the stability of 2-D shapes and systems. Statistics 1 includes data presentation and analysis, probability and the Normal Distribution. Statistics includes data presentation and analysis, probability and the Normal Distribution. Statistics includes data presentation and analysis, probability and the Normal Distribution. Lessons usually involve interactive teaching and practice in relevant techniques. Homework and study outside lessons are essential to fully develop each new skill. The final examination consists of one paper for each module, which are equally weighted and when combined with the AS modules from Year 12 these make up the final A Level grade.
A Level Maths Stats Year 13
Students follow a programme of study to prepare for Edexcel A2 modules Core 3 and 4 and either Statistics 2 or Mechanics 1. Pure Mathematics covers algebraic techniques, calculus, coordinate geometry of curves and circles, vectors and advanced trigonometry. Statistics 2 includes probability distribution and hypothesis tests. Mechanics 1 covers the motion of particles under constant acceleration, forces and the use of vectors. Lessons usually involve interactive teaching and practice in relevant techniques. Homework and study outside lessons are essential to fully develop each new skill. The final examination consists of one paper for each module, which are equally weighted and when combined with the AS modules from Year 12 these make up the final A-level grade.
Further Mathematics Year 12
Students cover six modules from the Edexcel A-level specification during year 12. These modules are Core 1, 2, 3 and 4 Maths and Mechanics 1 and 2, and form the complete A-level Mathematics. In Year 13 the group will study modules for A Level Further Maths. Pure Mathematics consists of algebraic methods, advanced trigonometry and calculus. Statistics includes data presentation and analysis and probability. Mechanics involves the study of moving particles, forces and the stability of 2-D shapes. Lessons usually involve interactive teaching and practice in relevant techniques. Homework and study outside lessons are essential to fully develop each new skill. The final examination consists of one paper for each module, each worth 1/6 of the final A Level grade.
Further Mathematics Year 13
Students follow a programme of study to prepare for Edexcel modules Further Pure 1, 2 and 3 and a combination of Statistics, Mechanics modules. The Pure Mathematics includes complex numbers, Numerical methods, Differential Equations, Coordinate Systems, Matrices and advanced calculus. Mechanics covers the motion and stability of rigid bodies, variable forces and masses and the motion of two or more particles. Statistics includes data presentation and analysis as well as a deeper study of probability and using it to compare hypothesis. Lessons usually involve interactive teaching and practice in relevant techniques. Homework and study outside lessons are essential to fully develop each new skill. The final examination consists of one paper for each module, each worth 1/6 of the final A Level grade.
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