Secondary School

Gives students an understanding of economic theory, terminology and principles; the ability to apply the tools of economic analysis ; the ability to distinguish between facts and value judgements in economic issues; an understanding of, and an ability to use, basic economic numeracy and literacy; the ability to take a greater part in decision-making processes in everyday life; an ability to use examples from a variety of economies; an excellent foundation for advanced study in economics.

Understand that all organisms are made of cells and microorganisms are typically single celled. (No relevant learning objective in the progression sequence) Know that chromosomes contain genes, made of DNA, and that genes contribute to the determination of an organism’s characteristics.

Use the particle model to describe chemical reactions. Use word equations to describe reactions. Use word equations and symbol equations to describe reactions (balancing symbol equations is not required).

Describe changes in energy that are a result of an event or process. (No relevant learning objective in the progression sequence) Know that energy is conserved, meaning it cannot be created or destroyed. Physics develops a set of transferable skills including handling data, practical problem-solving and applying the scientific method. Learners develop relevant attitudes, such as concern for accuracy and precision, objectivity, integrity, enquiry, initiative and inventiveness. They acquire the essential scientific skills required for progression to further studies or employment.

The content areas are underpinned by problem solving, which provides a structure for applying mathematical skills. Mental strategies are also a key part of the Number content. This curriculum framework focuses on principles, patterns, systems, functions and relationships so that learners can apply their mathematical knowledge and develop a holistic understanding of the subject.

Computing curriculum helps learners understand how computers work. This stimulating course gives students the opportunity to look inside a computer to understand the purpose of different components.

They will develop coding skills in text-based programming languages, such as Python, and learn that computers can only perform actions that humans ask them to do.

Students develop the computational thinking skills and vocabulary they need to extract key information from a set of instructions, break down problems into smaller parts and recognise patterns within sequences of instructions, present sequences of instructions both verbally and visually, with increasing precision, think logically to identify and solve errors in increasingly complex computing scenarios, see themselves as computer scientists and understand how skills such as programming and logical thinking help in local and global industries and to understand the role that computers, other machines and data play in their lives.

Physical education is a vital part of a balanced school curriculum. Regular exercise improves physical and mental health, and there is growing evidence that it improves academic performance across the curriculum. This subject is about learning to move and moving to learn.

Learners develop skills through a wide variety of age-appropriate physical activities, including games, team sports, gymnastics and dance.

As individuals and team members, they will: increase confidence, moving with increasing control, fluency and variety; improve their understanding of concepts, rules, tactics, strategies and compositional ideas; participate in respectful and responsible ways, engaging appropriately and safely; develop transferable skills promoting physical, cognitive and social development and become independent, critical and reflective movers and thinkers.

English encourages a life-long enthusiasm for reading, writing and spoken communication. Learners develop English skills for different purposes and audiences.

Learners develop skills and understanding in four areas: reading, writing, speaking and listening. They will learn how to communicate effectively and respond to a range of information, media and texts to: become confident communicators, able to apply all four skills effectively in everyday situations; see themselves as readers, engaging with a range of texts for information and for pleasure, including texts from different times and cultures; see themselves as writers, using the written word clearly and creatively for a range of different audiences and purposes.

Art & Design gives learners a platform to express themselves, sparking imagination, creativity and developing transferable skills. Students explore and push boundaries to become reflective, critical and decisive thinkers.

They learn how to articulate personal responses to their experiences. Students learn to see themselves as artists and become increasingly reflective and independent; develop the skills needed to express creative ideas and to communicate visually and understand their place and the place of others in a creative, innovative and interconnected world.

Business Studies is accepted by universities and employers as proof of an understanding of business concepts and techniques across a range of different types of businesses.

Learners will be able to; understand different forms of business organizations, the environments in which businesses operate and business functions such as marketing, operations and finance; appreciate the role of people in business success.

They will also gain lifelong skills, including: the ability to calculate and interpret business data; communication skills needed to support arguments with reasons; the ability to analyze business situations and reach decisions or judgements. And communicating in everyday situations in French.

Offers learners the opportunity to read, interpret, evaluate and respond to a range of literature in English. The range includes drama, prose and poetry from the works of Shakespeare to contemporary literature.

This course enables learners to deepen their understanding and appreciation of the ways in which writers use English to express meaning and achieve effects. Cambridge O Level Literature in English will stimulate learners to read for pleasure and to explore wider and universal issues, promoting a better understanding of themselves and the world.

Develops a set of transferable skills for understanding awareness of countries and communities where French is spoken. They acquire the essential linguistic skills required for progression to further studies or employment.

Offers students the opportunity to study world history in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. It encourages learners to raise questions and to develop and deploy historical skills, knowledge and understanding in order to provide historical explanations. Learners explore history from a diversity of perspectives, including social, economic, cultural and political.

Develops lifelong skills, including: an understanding of the processes which affect physical and human environments; an understanding of place on a local, regional and global scale; the ability to use and understand geographical data and information; an understanding of how communities around the world are affected and constrained by different environments.

Music fosters creativity and builds confidence. It helps learners to express themselves and shows them the importance of communication as they learn to connect with other musicians and with audiences. Learners explore music as performers, composers and informed listeners.

They make, understand and appreciate music from different cultures, times and places, helping them to develop leadership and collaboration skills as well as self-confidence.

GP develops the skills of research, analysis, evaluation, reflection, collaboration and communication. It strengthens the links across English as a first or second language, mathematics, science and ICT Starters.