Key Stage 3
In Key Stage 3 we use the Activate Scheme of Learning to best prepare all our pupils for the rigours of Key Stage 4. The robust scheme allows pupils to develop in depth knowledge of:
- Working Scientifically
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
The pupils will receive an individual log in for Kerboodle, the online resource that works alongside the Activate scheme. Kerboodle will allow all pupils to access the online textbook and any worksheet set in class.
In year 9 we start the GCSE courses after the Easter break. This allows the pupils the opportunity to experience the course before the start of year 10.
The units for all of key stage 3 are:
Year 7
Working scientifically
B1.1 Cells
C1.1 Particles and their behaviour
P1.1 Forces
B1.2 Body systems
C1.2 Elements, atoms and compounds
P1.2 Sound
B1.3 Reproduction (leave plant reproduction if struggling for time)
C1.3 Reactions
P1.4 Space
Year 8
C1.4 Acids and alkalis
P1.3 Light
B2.1 Health and Lifestyle
C2.1 The periodic table
P2.1 Electricity and magnetism
B2.2 Ecosystem processes
C2.2 Separation techniques
P2.2 Energy
B2.3 Adaptation and Inheritance
C2.3 Metals and acids
Year 9
C2.4 The Earth
P2.3 Motion and Pressure
Medical matters (not Activate)
Reactions of metals (not activate)
Mini Assessments
Term 3 = GCSE