We understand that moving from primary to secondary school—particularly from Year 6 to Year 7—can feel like a big step for students and families alike. To make this transition as seamless and positive as possible, we’ve put several support measures in place:

• Orientation Sessions: Prior to starting, new students are invited to join interactive orientation sessions designed to introduce them to our online learning platform, classroom expectations, and support networks.
• Parental Guidance: We provide families with resources and ongoing communication to ensure parents feel informed and engaged during this important transition.
• Ongoing Teacher Support: Subject teachers make themselves readily available for questions and extra help, creating an approachable environment where students can thrive from day one.

With these supports in place, students can confidently embrace the challenges and new opportunities that come with secondary school.

Our Key Stage 3 Mathematics curriculum is designed to equip students with a solid grasp of essential mathematical concepts and practical problem-solving skills. Students will explore topics such as:

• Numbers and Algebra: Understanding the building blocks of mathematics, from basic computation to working confidently with variables and expressions.
• Geometry and Measures: Delving into shapes, spaces, and measurement, helping students visualize and solve spatial problems.
• Ratio, Proportion, and Rates of Change: Building confidence in comparing quantities and working through real-life scenarios involving scale and growth.
• Probability and Statistics: Introducing the basics of data analysis, including interpreting graphs, evaluating chances, and making informed predictions.

Beyond learning core concepts, students will develop the ability to reason logically, break down complex problems into manageable steps, and persevere until they find a solution. By nurturing these skills, we help prepare them for the next academic challenge, ensuring they’re ready for whatever comes next.

Our Key Stage 3 English curriculum lays the groundwork for confident communication and critical thinking. Students sharpen their skills across key areas:

• Reading: Exploring a diverse range of classic and contemporary texts—including works by Shakespeare and modern authors—to develop comprehension, analysis, and a genuine enjoyment of literature.
• Writing: Practicing creative, persuasive, and informative writing styles, students learn to express ideas clearly and adapt their tone for various audiences and purposes.
• Grammar and Vocabulary: Building a strong command of language through targeted lessons on grammar, punctuation, and expanding vocabulary—crucial for academic achievement and real-world communication.
• Speaking and Listening: Focusing on effective discussion, debate, and presentation skills, we help students articulate ideas confidently and respond thoughtfully to others.

Through engaging lessons, interactive activities, and regular feedback, students develop fluency and a love for the written and spoken word—preparing them for future success both in school and beyond.

Our Key Stage 3 Science programme is built to spark curiosity and deepen understanding across three central disciplines—biology, chemistry, and physics. Students don their scientist hats as they explore the “how” and “why” behind everyday phenomena, from cells in a leaf to the reactions bubbling in a test tube or the laws that keep the planets spinning.

Here’s how we bring Science to life:

• Biology: From the basics of cell structure to the marvels of ecosystems, learners build a solid grasp of how living things function, adapt, and interact.
• Chemistry: Students experiment with chemical processes and learn what’s behind reactions, compounds, and the materials that make up their world.
• Physics: Forces, energy, and motion take center stage as pupils investigate how things move, why things fall, and what keeps everything in balance.

Our approach emphasizes hands-on activities, interactive experiments (virtual, where needed), and lots of collaborative investigation. Pupils build essential skills in observation, measurement, and critical analysis, helping them not only master core scientific concepts, but also develop the investigative spirit that defines great scientists.

Our Key Stage 3 Geography curriculum is designed to spark curiosity and broaden students’ understanding of the world around them. Pupils explore a variety of important places—ranging from bustling cities to remote landscapes—while learning what makes each one unique, both in terms of people and the natural environment.

Students sharpen essential geographical skills throughout the course, such as:

• Collecting and analysing data from real-world and digital sources
• Interpreting maps, diagrams, and aerial photographs
• Using tools like Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to bring learning to life

Our Key Stage 3 History course is designed to spark curiosity while giving students a comprehensive view of the past. Learners will explore a wide range of pivotal topics, from the Norman Conquest and Medieval monarchies to the impact of the Catholic Church, the fight for democracy in 19th-century Britain, and the movement for women’s suffrage. Major global and UK events, such as the transatlantic slave trade and the First and Second World Wars, are also examined.

Beyond just learning what happened and when, students will:

• Hone their abilities to identify historical trends and make connections across different periods
• Analyse and compare contrasting interpretations of key events
• Evaluate sources to understand how historical claims are formed
• Develop their own thoughtful historical enquiries, presenting findings with clarity and evidence

This broad foundation equips students not only with knowledge but also with the analytical tools they’ll need as they progress through their studies—preparing them well for success in more advanced history courses.