Key Stage 3 (Years 7 - 9)
Our Key Stage 3 curriculum is studied over three years. Students study the full range of national curriculum subjects such as mathematics, English, science, modern languages, humanities, physical education, technology, the arts, computing, religious education, drama, PSHE/RSE and careers education. This provides an excellent foundation for both Key Stage 4 and the Sixth Form. A three-year Key Stage 3 allows teachers to explore content in more detail, giving students an improved grounding in each subject they study, and creates inquisitive and eager learners. It also allows students the opportunity to accumulate knowledge, behaviours, and skills to demonstrate and develop their cultural awareness. Students will study either French or Spanish, focusing on developing a command of one language. All students study a language as part of our commitment to a broad and balanced curriculum. Students finish Year 9 with knowledge and skills which prepare them for Key Stage 4 study as well as life beyond school.
|
Subject |
Hours per fortnight Year 7 and 8 |
Hours per fortnight Year 9 |
|
Maths |
7 |
7 |
|
English |
7 |
7 |
|
Science |
6 |
7 |
|
PE |
3 |
2 |
| Co-Curricular (additional PE) | 2 |
2 |
|
DT |
2 |
2 |
|
Art |
2 |
2 |
|
French or Spanish |
4 |
4 |
|
Music |
2 |
2 |
|
Computing |
2 |
2 |
|
Geography |
4 |
4 |
|
History |
4 |
4 |
|
Religious Education |
3 |
3 |
|
Drama |
2 |
2 |
Year 9 into 10 GCSE Options
For those who couldn’t join the GCSE Options Information Evening on Thursday 16th January, or would like to revisit the session, a recording of the presentation is available on YouTube [here]. The PowerPoint slides used during the presentation can also be accessed below.
Year 9 Curriculum Evening 2025
Additionally, the KS4 Curriculum Booklet is accessible below. This booklet provides detailed information about the GCSE options process, including specific subject content and specifications, including a list of all available option subjects, with links to short video presentations from subject leaders. These videos provide valuable insights into what it’s like to study each subject in Key Stage 4.
