Key Stage 3 (KS3) Curriculum
Years 7 and 9A Broad and Balanced Education
During Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9), students study a wide range of subjects to help them discover their strengths, develop confidence, and build essential skills for the future.
This comprehensive foundation ensures students receive a well-rounded education, combining academic learning with creativity, technology, language development, and physical wellbeing.
Academic Foundation
Core subjects build essential knowledge and critical thinking skills that form the basis for all future learning and specialization.
Creative Expression
Arts, music, and drama develop creativity, confidence, and self-expression through diverse artistic mediums.
Digital Skills
ICT and robotics prepare students for a technology-driven future with hands-on learning and innovation.
Key Stage 3 Subjects
14 subjects providing comprehensive education
English
Mathematics
Science
Arabic
Spanish
Geography
History
ICT & Robotics
Physical Education
Product Design
Drama
Music
Food Technology
Art
Language Options
Spanish is offered for non-native Arabic-speaking pupils, ensuring all students benefit from multilingual education.
The Spiral Curriculum Approach
Our curriculum follows a spiral approach, meaning key knowledge and skills are revisited and developed in greater depth over time. This proven methodology ensures lasting understanding and continuous progression.
- Build confidence through repeated exposure to concepts
- Deepen understanding progressively year after year
- Make strong, measurable progress in all subjects
- Connect learning across different subject areas
- Prepare thoroughly for Key Stage 4 specialization
By the time students enter Key Stage 4, they are well prepared for success in their chosen IGCSE and BTEC pathways, opening doors to further education and career opportunities.
Preparing for Key Stage 4
Seamless transition to IGCSE and BTEC pathways
Subject Exploration
Years 7-9 provide essential exposure to diverse subjects, helping students identify their strengths, interests, and preferred learning styles before making KS4 choices.
Skills Development
Critical thinking, independent learning, time management, and study skills are developed progressively, ensuring students are ready for the demands of IGCSE and BTEC courses.
Subject Selection Timeline
In the Spring Term of Year 9, students begin making important decisions about subjects for Years 10 and 11, supported by comprehensive guidance from teachers and school leaders.
Curriculum Planning Documents
View our detailed Long Term Plans (LTPs), Medium Term Plans (MTPs), and curriculum overviews for Key Stage 3 subjects.
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