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Physical Eduction
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Education Year 7
In Year 7 students are taught in single sex groups with some mixed ability and some set groups.
The range and content of the curriculum encompasses:
- Outwitting opponents
- Accurate replication of actions, phrases and sequences
- Exploring and communicating ideas, concepts and emotions
- Performing at maximum levels in relation to speed, height, distance, strength and accuracy.
Exercise safely and effectively to improve health and wellbeing.
Students will learn about the statements listed above by completing units of work in Gymnastics, Swimming, Games (invasion, net and wall, striking) and Athletic Activities. They have two one hour lessons a week. At the end of each eight hour module they will be given an attainment level and a progress grade. They are assessed in the five key processes:
- Developing skills in physical activity
- Making and applying decisions
- Developing physical and mental capacity
- Evaluating and improving
- Making informed choices about healthy active lifestyles.
Physical Education Year 8
In Year 8 students are taught in single sex groups with the girls taught in mixed ability house groups and the boys in some mixed ability and some setted groups. They follow courses in Gymnastics, Swimming, Games (invasion, net and wall, striking) and Athletic Activities. They have two one hour lessons a week. At the end of each eight hour module in each activity they will be given an attainment level and a progress grade. They are assessed in Four Core Strands:-
- Acquisition of Skill (Performance)
- Selection and Application (Use of skills in competition, practices or sequences)
- Health Related Fitness (their knowledge of the body in relation to exercise)
- Evaluation and Analysis (recognising own and others' strengths and weaknesses).
Physical Education Year 9
In Year 9 students are taught in single sex groups with the girls taught in mixed ability house groups and the boys in some mixed ability and some setted groups. They follow course in Gymnastics, Swimming, Games (invasion, net and wall, striking) and Athletics Activities. They have two one hour lessons a week. At the end of each eight hour module they will be given an attainment level and a progress grade. They are assessed in Four Core Strands:
- Acquisition of Skill (performance)
- Selection and Application (use of skills in competition, practices or sequences)
- Health Related Fitness (their knowledge of the body in relation to exercise)
- Evaluation and Analysis (recognising own and others' strengths and weaknesses).
BTEC First Certificate in Sport:
This course is taught over four periods a week, and is equivalent to two GCSE grades. The course comprises three units over the Year 10 and 11, all of which are assessed by coursework. Year 11 students continue with the Practical Unit which requires students to demonstrate skills, know the rules and roles of officials and be able to analyse the performance of a team and individual. Each of these tasks must be completed for an individual and a team sport. The final unit – Preparation for Sport – focuses on training programmes, nutritional requirements for athletes and psychological factors that affect sports training and performance. Students are responsible for investigating and producing their own work using a variety of sources and presentation methods to an appropriate level and depth to meet the assessment criteria.
Physical Education Year 10
The GCSE course is divided into three parts. On the theoretical side students study Anatomy and Physiology, aspects of training and fitness, the sociological implications of playing sport, diet and some first aid. In practical areas students demonstrate their expertise in four main activities. They are required to show a more in depth knowledge in one particular activity which will involve analysis of technique, correction of faults etc. and this is achieved in conjunction with a six week Personal Exercise Plan which all students are required to complete.
In core PE students are given a number of activities to choose from for half term modules, selecting five in total over the academic year. Their sixth module is a health related fitness programme comprising swimming, circuit training and testing.
Physical Education Year 11
The GCSE course is divided into three parts. On the theoretical side students study Anatomy and Physiology, aspects of Training and Fitness, the sociological implications of playing sport, diet and some first aid. In practical areas students demonstrate their expertise in four main activities. They are required to show a more in depth knowledge in one particular activity which will involve analysis of technique, correction of faults etc. and this is achieved in conjunction with a six week Personal Exercise Plan which all students are required to complete.
In core PE students are given a number of activities to choose from for half term modules, selecting five in total over the academic year.
Physical Education Year 12
During the AS course students study two modules. Unit 1 covers work on Opportunities for and the effects of leading a healthy and active lifestyle. Topics studied include Applied Exercise Physiology, Skill acquisition, Opportunities for Participation. Students will be expected to apply these topics to a practical situation and in a written format. Unit 2 covers work on Analysis and evaluation of physical activity as a performer and/or in a adapted role/s. Each candidate will be assessed on their ability as a performer, official or leader and required to apply theoretical knowledge to ensure effective performance.
Physical Education Year 13
During the A2 course students have prepared for three modules. The first considers the socio-cultural and historical factors that affect participation in sport. The second studies exercise physiology, biomechanics and psychology; examining the performer in action. The third is a coursework module including a practical demonstration of their chosen sport in conjunction with an analysis of performance.
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Year 7
Students are taught in mixed ability tutor groups in Year 7. The schemes of work they follow are designed to fit in with the new National Curriculum guidelines at KS3. In Year 7, this focuses on a Tour of the British Isles. Throughout the year, students will study: Introducing Geography; Making Connections; Population and Weather & Climate in the British Isles; Tourism, Coasts, Earth: Our Changing Home; London and Farming. Students are taught using a variety of teaching and learning methods with a particularly strong emphasis on geographical enquiry. Each half term, students are assessed using key assessment tasks. These fit in with topics being studied and are designed to emphasise a particular geographical skill. Students will take part in a field visit in June which links in with their geographical studies.
Geography Year 8
Students are taught in mixed ability tutor groups in Year 8. The schemes of work they follow are designed to fit in with National Curriculum guidelines at KS3. In Year 8, these focus on: Map skills; Rivers and Flooding; Farming; Environmental Issues; Population; Global Fashion and Earth: Our Changing Home. Much of the work in Year 8 focuses on broadening students' knowledge about places around the world as well as consolidating understanding of the local area, covered in Year 7. Students are taught using a variety of teaching and learning methods with a particularly strong emphasis on geographical enquiry. Each half term, students are assessed using key assessment tasks. These fit in with topics being studied and are designed to emphasise a particular geographical skill. Students will take part in a Curriculum Day in December which will involve learning about one of their topics in further detail, which will perhaps have a focus on recycling or climate change.
Geography Year 9
Students are taught in broadly setted groups in Year 9. These groups are based on previous performance in Geography and History at KS3. In Year 9 the year begins with some work on atlas skills and general place knowledge, although this is revised through all topics. Other topics covered include Hazards; Tourism; Development and Ecosystems. These topics focus on global issues and problems and students are asked to think about and discuss the ideas behind ‘sustainable development' as part of this. With an emphasis on enquiry, students are also encouraged to question, to collect and present their own evidence, to look critically at results and to evaluate. Students are assessed through the year using key assessment tasks. These fit in with topics being studied and are designed to emphasise different skills. Students visit one of three locations at the end of the spring term (Kew Gardens, Lulworth Cove or New Forest) to broaden their geographical understanding.
Geography Year 10
The Year 10 GCSE Geography course is split into Human and Physical Geography elements, although many common themes run through both. Topics completed in Year 10 include settlement, rivers and development. Geographical skills are taught as an integral part of all topics. Students in Year 10 are assessed using past exam questions. In addition, staff make frequent use of a variety of homework tasks to apply knowledge to a variety of case studies. Coursework (worth 25% of final grades) is launched in the autumn term with an information evening for parents and a day of data collection in the local area which is followed up with work to prepare students for their individual studies. Deadlines for coursework completion are then set throughout the year. The course is taught in a similar way to KS3 using a variety of teaching and learning styles. However, increasing independence is encouraged and pupils are asked to monitor their own progress and to set targets.
Geography Year 11
The Year 11 GCSE Geography course follows on from work in Year 10. Students are taught in the same groups as they prepare for summer exams. The course is split into Human and Physical Geography elements, although many common themes run through both. Topics completed in Year 11 include Industry, Tectonics and Coasts. Geographical skills are taught as an integral part of all topics. In a similar way to Year 10, students in Year 11 are assessed using past exam questions. (These are an important part of preparation for final exams). In addition staff make frequent use of a variety of homework tasks to apply knowledge to a variety of case studies. Coursework has been completed by the start of Year 11. A variety of teaching and learning styles are used, increasing independence is encouraged; students are asked to monitor their own progress and to set targets. Support sessions have been set up every Tuesday, 3.45-4.30pm, to provide students with homework, coursework and exam practice support.
Geography Year 12
In Years 12 and 13 the Geography A Level course follows the AQA syllabus. Both AS & A2 years are split into Physical and Human Geography components, although there are common elements to each. In Year 12 we have started to follow the new AQA AS syllabus. Students will be studying rivers, floods and management which is the core physical topic, and population change which is the core human topic. In addition to these core topics, students will study one physical and one human option topic, most likely to be coastal environments and health issues. In addition there is a skills-based element to the course. Students are encouraged to take increasing responsibility for managing their learning, although support will be given. They are assessed regularly through the course, through the use of past exam questions, extended writing and skills-based questions. They are also encouraged to begin writing synoptically – thinking about the wider nature of the subject and bringing together the different elements of the course. Students attend a residential field course in North Devon during the autumn term.
Geography Year 13
In Year 13 the Geography A Level course follows the AQA ‘A' syllabus. Both AS & A2 years are split into Physical and Human Geography components, although there are common elements to each. In Year 13 topics covered require greater depth and detail. In Physical Geography topics covered are Coastal Processes and Problems and Geomorphological Hazards. In Human Geography topics are Managing Cities and Recreation and Tourism. There is also an additional fieldwork paper. Students are encouraged to take increasing responsibility for managing their learning, although support will be given. They are assessed regularly through the course, through the use of past exam questions, extended writing and skills based questions. They are also encouraged to write synoptically, thinking about the wider nature of the subject and bringing together the different elements of the course.
History Year 7
Students are taught in mixed ability groups in Year 7. They start with an introduction to History and then study the Middle Ages, including the events & importance of 1066; how and why castles developed; peasant life and the Black Death; why the church was so powerful and how the power of the crown was challenged by church, barons & peasants; why people went on the Crusades and what impact these had on Medieval Europe; Henry VIII, Tudor kingship and why the church in England broke away from Rome. Students are encouraged to participate in lessons, think for themselves and ask thoughtful questions about the issues and events they are studying. They will use a variety of learning styles. The students' work will be assessed half termly and marked in National Curriculum levels.
History Year 8
Students are taught in mixed ability groups in Year 8. They study religious and social change in the 16th century and then go on to examine the reasons for and impact of the English Civil War. Much of this work is given a local perspective. Oliver Cromwell is also studied in depth as an example of an important individual in our history. They then learn about the social and economic changes that took place in Britain between 1750 and 1900 and the impact of these changes on the lives of ordinary people. Students are encouraged to participate in lessons, think for themselves and ask thoughtful questions about the issues and events they are studying. They will use a variety of learning styles. The students' work will be assessed half-termly and marked in National Curriculum levels.
History Year 9
Students are taught in two bands of ability in Year 9. They study the history of black peoples of America. They learn about how Africans were brought to America as slaves, what it was like to be a slave, how black people won their freedom and the problems of racism they continue to face. Students also investigate the importance of Martin Luther King and the Civil Rights movements of the 1950s and 1960s. They then study the world in the 20th Century, including a depth study of World War I, the causes and the impact of World War II on civilians, the Holocaust and the problems faced by the post war world. Students are encouraged to participate in lessons, think for themselves and ask thoughtful questions about the issues and events they are studying. They will use a variety of learning styles. The students' work will be assessed half-termly and marked in National Curriculum levels, leading to a teacher assessed Key Stage 3 Level at the end of the year.
History Year 10
In the first year of the GCSE course nearly all of the requirements of paper one are covered. In the first term students study international relations in the period between the two World Wars. This is followed by a depth study of the history of the USA between 1918 and 1941. The year is completed by looking at the early years of the Cold War in Europe. Emphasis is placed on developing students' skills of explanation and analysis as these are the areas that are assessed most on paper one. In Year 11 there will be a focus on a depth study of British History between 1906 and 1918 with an emphasis on source based skills in preparation for paper two. There will also be two coursework assignments on Hitler and Nazi Germany.
History Year 11
In this second year of the GCSE course students will spend the first term producing coursework on the Rise of Hitler and the Reichstag Fire. Coursework accounts for 25% of the marks allocated in the final examination. The second term will be spent preparing their depth study of Britain 1906-18. This will be the basis of the Paper Two examination in the summer. It is a document based examination so students will be further developing their skills in the handling of evidence and the evaluation of sources. The remainder of the year will be spent in a period of review and revision prior to the exam in the early summer term.
History Year 12
The AS History course has two components. One is British Domestic Issues 1918-1951.This unit is essay based and there is an emphasis on developing essay writing skills. The second component is Dictatorship and Democracy in Germany 1933-63 which is assessed through document based questions. Both units are assessed in June in one and a half hour examinations.
History Year 13
The A2 History course has three components. In Year 13 one teacher covers the unit on Anglo-German Relations between the Wars. There is an emphasis here on understanding the different ways this period has been interpreted by historians. The other taught unit is Russian Dictatorships which requires a broad understanding of 100 years of Russian history spanning the end of the Tsarist period and the beginning of the Soviet one. The final unit is coursework and students should submit their work to meet the 27 April deadline.
Religious Education Year 7
Big questions such as ‘Why do we suffer? and Are humans special? are at the very the heart of the course in Year 7. This ‘big question' approach highlights how the subject is an exploration and enquiry which can give rise to diverse answers and beliefs. The questions have been grouped into three main areas of focus: Truth, Ethics and Expression. Throughout the year students will have opportunities to develop and express their own beliefs and ideas. Where possible, we aim to build in chances to experiences in the classroom which enhance the learning..
In Year 7 students are taught for an hour a week in mixed ability tutor groups and they will focus mainly on Christianity. Students are assessed every half term throughout the year leading to a teacher assessed Key Stage 3 level at the end of the year
Religious Education Year 8
In Year 8 students study Buddhism and Islam. They deepen their understanding of important beliefs, concepts and issues of truth and authority in religion. Through these two major world religions the students will apply their understanding of religious beliefs, teachings and practices to a range of ultimate questions and ethical issues, with a focus on self-awareness, relationships, rights and responsibilities. We start the interfaith dialogue by looking at topical issues within the country. Again in Year 8 students are taught for an hour a week in mixed ability tutor groups. They are assessed every half term throughout the year leading to a teacher assessed Key Stage 3 level at the end of the year.
Religious Education Year 9
In Year 9 all students begin the GCSE course. We follow the new revised syllabus, AQA GCSE Religious Studies Specification B Unit 2. Students will study this unit for two years. They are examined nationally at the end of Year 10 and if successful, gain a Short Course GCSE. The topics include Religion and Planet Earth, Animals, Prejudice, War, Matters of Life and Matters of Youth. Again in Year 9 students are taught for an hour a week in mixed ability tutor groups and they are assessed every half term throughout the year and given a grade A* to G. Throughout the year the students study the religious texts relating to the topics and learn how the different Christian denominations interpret the texts.
Religious Education Year 10
In Year 10 all students continue with the new revised syllabus, AQA GCSE Religious Studies Specification B Unit 2 as outlined in Year 9. To gain the highest grades it is essential that students draw on TWO Christian denominations and be able to use technical language. Relevant teachings from the denominations must be related to the examination question. In Year 10 students are taught in bands of ability and they are assessed every half term throughout the year and given a grade A* to G.
Religious Education Year 11
In Year 11 all students continue on from the Short Course GCSE with module 4 of AQA GCSE (unit 30604). This is examined at the end of Year 11 and together with the Short Course (30601) make up a Full Course GCSE. Section A consists of Truth and Spirituality and Section B is made up of the following topics: Matters of Death and the Elderly, Crime and Punishment, Drugs and Matters of Life. To gain the highest grades it is essential that students draw on TWO Christian denominations and be able to use technical language. Relevant teachings from the denominations must be related to the examination question. In Year 11 students are taught in bands of ability and they are assessed every half term throughout the year and given a grade A* to G.
Religious Education Year 12
Students will follow the new revised OCR syllabus with module exams at the end of each year. There is no coursework involved in this subject, although students will be expected to produce essays regularly. In Year 12 students will complete two modules, G571 and G572. Topics studied are the Greek philosophers Plato and Aristotle and modern European philosophers of Kant and Bentham. Christian ethics such as Natural Law and Situation ethics are also studied and all are applied to topics such as war, environment, matters of life – abortion, genetic engineering and matters of death – euthanasia.
Religious Education Year 13
Over a two year period students will study Philosophy and Ethics. During Year 12 students will have taken AS and A2 Philosophy and have progressed onto Ethics AS and A2 in Year 13. Students will follow the OCR syllabus with module exams at the end of each year. There is no coursework involved in this subject, although students will be expected to produce essays regularly.
Core Studies:
In Core Studies the students have a series of taster lessons before being asked to opt for one of two courses leading to an AS qualification.General Studies (AS) is a discussion based subject, requiring logical argument and good general knowledge.
It is taught in subject specialisms in five areas of study: Arts & Media, Beliefs & Values, Industry & Commerce, Society & Politics and Science & Technology. Students are able to bring their own specialist knowledge to the lessons, but will also get the opportunity to explore contemporary topics which lie outside the confines of their other AS subjects.
Critical Thinking (AS) is a skills based course which teaches students how to analyse, evaluate and develop arguments and to assess the credibility of evidence. The skills developed in Critical Thinking are valuable across all other academic disciplines and will enable them to identify strengths and weaknesses in their own and others' arguments.
Government & Politics:
The AS Politics course has two components on British politics. One unit will focus on political parties, pressure groups and elections. The other looks at the Government, Parliament, the constitution and the judicial system. Assessment is different in each unit and there is an emphasis on developing appropriate techniques as the units are being taught. Both units are examined in June in 1½ hour exam papers.
Government Politics:
The A2 Politics course has three components. This year one teacher has been covering the unit on the Government and Politics of the USA, teaching topics such as the Presidency, Congress, the Supreme Court and political parties. The other taught unit is the synoptic paper which brings together the work done at AS on the UK with the study of American politics at A2. Questions focus on the similarities and differences between the two systems with other examples brought in from around the world as appropriate. The final unit is coursework and students should be working hard on this now in order to meet the 25 April deadline with time to spare.
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Learning Support Year 7:
At the beginning of Year 7 all students have a reading and spelling test. They also complete a series of Cognitive Abilities Tests (CATs). We use this information, together with KS2 results and other information gained from primary school or parents, to assess the needs of every student. We offer various support options depending on the specific needs of the student. As a rough guide we will offer support to students working at the following levels:
- Reading/Spelling age: Below 10 years
- CATs: 3 or below
- SATs: Level 3 or below (sometimes this is supported via Progress Units)
- Students identified as having a Special Educational Need (e.g. dyslexia)
- Students for whom English is not their first language (EAL)
Support Options:
- Small group withdrawal to Learning Support for one or two hours per week (on a rotational basis)
- Withdrawal to Learning Support for ten minute sessions to use the Success Maker computer programme
- Teaching Assistant support in lessons
- Resources sent home to work on
- Activity Time support to complete homework (by invitation).
We will assess all students who we feel may qualify for access arrangements for examinations. This may include a reader, writer or extra time.
Learning Support Year 8:
At the beginning of Year 8 all students, who have been previously identified as needing extra support, have a reading and spelling test. We offer various support options depending on the specific needs of the student. As a rough guide we will offer support to students working at the following levels:
- Reading/Spelling age: Below 10 years
- CATs: 3 or below
- SATs: Level 3 or below (sometimes this is supported via Progress Units)
- Students identified as having a Special Educational Need (e.g. dyslexia)
- Students for whom English is not their first language (EAL)
- Students identified by teachers
Support Options:
- Small group withdrawal to Learning Support for one or two hours per week (on a rotational basis)
- Teaching Assistant support in lessons
- Resources sent home to work on
- Activity Time support to complete homework (by invitation).
We will assess all students who we feel may qualify for access arrangements for examinations. This may include a reader, writer or extra time.
Learning Support Year 9:
At the beginning of Year 9 all students, who have been previously identified as needing support, have a reading and spelling test. We offer various support options depending on the specific needs of the student. As a rough guide we will offer support to students working at the following levels:
- Reading/Spelling age: Below 10 years
- CATs: 3 or below
- SATs: Level 3 or below (sometimes this is supported via Progress Units)
- Students identified as having a Special Educational Need (e.g. dyslexia)
- Students for whom English is not their first language (EAL)
Support Options:
- Small group withdrawal to Learning Support for one or two hours per week (on a rotational basis)
- Teaching Assistant support in lessons
- Resources sent home to work on
- Activity Time support to complete homework (by invitation).
We will assess all students who we feel may qualify for access arrangements for KS3 examinations. This may include a reader, writer or extra time.
Learning Support Year 10:
Year 10 students who have been identified as needing extra support are offered a range of courses to suit their needs. We offer support in lessons and with many students who do not follow the full option programme.
We will assess all students who we feel may qualify for access arrangements for KS4 examinations. This may include a reader, writer or extra time.
Learning Support Year 11:
Year 11 students who have been identified as needing extra support are offered a range of courses to suit their needs. We offer support in lessons and with many students who do not follow the full option programme.
We will assess all students who we feel may qualify for access arrangements for KS4 examinations. This may include a reader, writer or extra time.
Learning Support Year 12:
We offer study support to any student upon request.
We will assess all students who we feel may qualify for access arrangements for KS5 examinations. This may include a reader, writer or extra time.
Learning Support Year 13:
We offer study support to any student upon request.
We will assess all students who we feel may qualify for access arrangements for KS5 examinations. This may include a reader, writer or extra time
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