Year 9 Curriculum Map

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Autumn term

	Autumn 1	Autumn 2
English	Non-Fiction: analysing and writing using counter argument and rebuttal; emotive language; fact and opinion	Shakespeare’s Comedies: analysing asides; blank verse; comic relief; dramatic irony; deus ex machina; exits/entrances
Maths	Delta Number Algebra Theta Number Algebra	Delta Algebra Data Theta Algebra Data
Science	Biology: B1 Cell structure and transport Microscopes, cells specialisation. Transport- diffusion, osmosis and active transport and the importance of surface area to volume ratio. Chemistry: C1 Atomic Structure Structure of the atom Development of the atomic model Separating Techniques Formation of ions Isotopes Isotopic abundance Physics: Conservation and dissipation of Energy Identify different energy stores and its conversion between one store to other Understand the concept of the law of conservation of energy. Learn the skills to calculate the work done and energy transformation. Calculate power using energy and time. Be able to calculate the efficiency of devices and power dissipation.	Biology: B2 Cell division The cell cycle, differentiation and stem cells Chemistry: C2 The Periodic Table Development of the modern periodic table How scientific discoveries are affected by technology Explanation of Properties of Group 1, 7, 0 elements Transition Metals Physics: Energy Transfer Learn about the factors that affect the amount of energy required to increase the temperature of an object and be able to calculate this amount of energy. Learn about what Infra-red radiation and how this is absorbed by objects. Learn about the effect of insulation to prevent heat loss in buildings
Computer Science	Unit 3 - Data Representation Conversion of integers from decimal to binary to hexadecimal. Representation of images and sound and data compression	Unit 4 - Computer System Boolean logic Software classification Systems architecture and factors affecting performance. Memory and Secondary Storage uses.
Geography	Energy & Natural Resources Sustainability Middle East climate and economic opportunities United Arab Emirates Conflict in the Middle East Environmental Regions Biome locations & characteristics Tropical Rainforests: location, soils, adaptations, opportunities & challenges Cold locations: location, soils, adaptations, opportunities & challenges.	Environmental Regions Hot deserts: location, soils, adaptations, opportunities & challenges. Asia Asia: human & physical geography Russia: characteristics, climates & population Russia and the North Pole Flooding in Asia.
History	How do historians find out about life on the Western Front? Causes of war; Recruitment Conditions in the trenches Medical treatments Consequences of the war Focus: Evidence	Why were people in the West so frightened of communism? The Great Dictators Lenin and the Russian revolution Stalin’s modernisation of the USSR Stalin’s terror. Focus: Causation
French	Theme 1- Unit 1: Me, my family and friends Relationships with family and friends.	Theme 1- Unit 1: Me, my family and friends Marriage/ partnership
Spanish	Theme 1- Unit 1: Me, my family and friends Relationships with family and friends.	Theme 1- Unit 1: Me, my family and friends Marriage/ partnership
Art	Still life Students explore man made/natural forms still life. Students develop their skills further and learn new techniques. Students explore a range of artists.	Still life Students explore man made/natural forms still life. Students develop their skills further and learn new techniques. Students explore a range of artists.
Business Studies	Theme 1 – 1.1 Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Introduction to key business concepts The dynamic nature of business The role of business enterprise Risks and rewards Added value	Theme 1 – 1.1 Project work and 1.2 Part 1 - Spotting a business opportunity Project-based learning in groups Customer needs The role of market research Types of market research
Citizenship	Theme A1 – Community and Diversity Communities in the UK Changes to UK identity Impact of migration Different types of migrants and their contributions to UK society Equality and discrimination laws	Theme A2 – Rights and Protests Changes to human rights in the UK throughout time Protecting human rights in modern day UK Employment and consumer rights
Child Development	Unit R057: Health and well-being for child development Topic Area 1: Pre-conception health and reproduction Factors affecting pre-conception health, contraceptive methods	Unit R057: Health and well-being for child development Topic Area 1: Pre-conception health and reproduction The structure of the male and female reproductive systems, how reproduction takes place, the signs and symptoms of pregnancy
Dance	Theory: Section A General Dance Practical: Trio Performance based on Breathe	Theory: Section A Safe practice and healthy dancer Practical: Choreography and performance based on Flux
Drama	Brecht - Devising, Scripted Performance An exploration of Brecht’s methodology, as applied to different components of the Drama GCSE	The 6 Design Elements Developing an understanding of how theatre design elements can be used
Design Technology	Materials and their working properties Natural and manufactured timbers Focussed design and make tasks Material technologies Advantages/disadvantages of CAD/CAM	An Iterative Design Approach New and Emerging Technologies and Enterprise Global production and its effects on culture and people Legislation to which products are subject Consumer rights and protection for consumers when purchasing and using products V&A Innovate
Hospitality and Catering	Fakeaway Food Project Alternative diets Nutritional needs Factors that affect ill health Sustainability	Fakeaway Food Project Alternative diets Nutritional needs Factors that affect ill health Sustainability
Media Studies	Introduction to GCSE Media Studies: Introduction to key concepts, textual analysis, core key terminology, basic practical skills etc. Magazines (Paper 1 Section A): Introduction to magazine industry and magazine analysis. Analysis of following magazine covers: *Pride* (November 2015) GQ (July 2016)	Continuation of Magazines (Paper 1 Section A): Introduction to magazine industry and magazine analysis. Analysis of following magazine covers: *Pride* (November 2015) GQ (July 2016) Coursework/ Practical Production Work - Print
Music	Step up to GCSE Music Part 1 Instruments of the orchestra and voice types revisited Note Values and Time Signatures basics Treble, Bass and Alto clef notation Introduction to Musescore notation software Describing Tempo, Dynamics and Tonality at GCSE level Ensemble Performance Critical listening skills developed	Step up the GCSE Music Part 2 Notation and Time Signatures continued The Percussion family in detail Understanding Key Signatures Describing Structure, Melody, Texture and Harmony at GCSE level Musescore technology skills developed through melody composition Small group performance and composition from a stimulus Solo Performance Introduction to intervals and dictation Critical listening skills developed
PE (GCSE)	Practical: Netball Theory: Health, fitness and wellbeing 1.1 Wellbeing	Practical: Football Theory: Health, fitness and wellbeing 1.2-Sedentary Lifestyle 1.3- Diet
PE (Core)	Trampolining Develop core skills in isolation and developed through a routine. Fitness Understanding the importance of leading a healthy active lifestyle. Net sports - Badminton or volleyball Develop a range of core skills in isolation and perform rules and tactics in a game situation. Games - Basketball, handball, football or netball Develop a range of core skills in isolation and perform rules and tactics in a game situation.
Photography	An introduction into Photography Still life. Students explore the idea of still life photography. What makes a good photograph? Basic camera settings Can you make an interesting photograph of anything? Basics of Photoshop Introduction to various Photographers Independent learning: Research, practising photography skills and digital editing	Still life. Students explore the idea of still life photography. What makes a good photograph? Basic camera settings Can you make an interesting photograph of anything? Basics of Photoshop Introduction to various Photographers Independent learning: Research, practising photography skills and digital editing
Religious Studies	9.1 Christian Beliefs Christian beliefs about God Key Christian beliefs across denominations Christian beliefs about evil, suffering and the afterlife.
Sociology	The Sociological Approach Consensus/Conflict approaches, Norms & values, Culture and Society	Sociological Theory Theories of Marxism, Feminism, Interactionism, the New Right and Functionalism
Extended Curriculum *operates on a half-termly carousel	STEM - Artificial Intelligence: Benefits, ethics and risks. Drones Satellites Binary code Design and Make STEM challenges Students will use scientific, technological, engineering and mathematical skills to plan, design and make the challenges set.	Citizenship - What can we do about social issues Explore all 9 protected characteristics through contemporary news articles and learn about citizens can take social action.

Spring term

	Spring 1	Spring 2
English	Inequality Novels: analysing archetypes; foreshadowing; in media res; omniscient narration	Inequality Novels continued: analysing archetypes; foreshadowing; in media res; omniscient narration
Maths	Delta Data Fraction, ratio and % Theta Data Fraction and %	Delta Angles, Pythagoras and Trigonometry Theta Equations, Inequalities and Sequences
Science	Biology: B3 Organising plants and animals Levels of organisation, digestive system, enzymes and factors affecting enzymes action Chemistry: C3 Structure and Bonding Changes of state Ionic bonding Properties of Ionic compounds Covalent Bonding Properties of covalent molecules Properties of Giant covalent compounds Metallic bonding Properties of Metals Nanoparticles Physics: Energy Resources Learn about different types of energy resources. Students will learn about energy demands and power generation and renewable energy resources.	Biology:B4 Organising plants and animals The blood and circulatory system, breathing and gas exchange and transport systems in plants Chemistry: C3 Structure and Bonding Changes of state Ionic bonding Properties of Ionic compounds Covalent Bonding Properties of covalent molecules Properties of Giant covalent compounds Metallic bonding Properties of Metals Nanoparticles Physics: Electric circuits Learn how to build electric circuits, knowing different types of components and their behaviour with changing in current and voltage. Students will understand the difference between series and parallel circuits and know how these circuits can be used in everyday life.
Computer Science	Unit 4 - Computer Systems Boolean logic Software classification Systems architecture and factors affecting performance. Memory and Secondary Storage uses.	Unit 5 - Computer Network Wired and wireless networks. Network topologies. Internet protocols with reference to the TCP/IP protocol stack
Geography	Coastal Processes & Features Coastal processes Wave formation Erosion Transportation Deposition Mass Movement	Coastal Processes & Features Coastal landforms Rock Types Erosional and deposition features
History	How did the Holocaust happen? Antisemitism in Europe; Nazi racial policy; Kristallnacht; The Warsaw Ghetto; The Final Solution; The significance of the Holocaust. Focus: Causation; Evidence;	How did the wartime allies become enemies? Nazi invasion of the USSR; Wartime conferences; The US atomic bomb. Focus: Consequences; Significance
French	Theme 1- Unit 2: Technology in everyday life Social media and mobile technology.	Theme 1- Unit 3: Free time activity Music Cinema and TV
Spanish	Theme 1- Unit 2: Technology in everyday life Social media and mobile technology.	Theme 1- Unit 3: Free time activity Music Cinema and TV
Art	Landscape Students explore different types of landscape and variety of artists	Landscape Students explore different types of landscape and variety of artists
Business Studies	Theme 1 – 1.2 Part 2: Dealing with market research data and its interpretation Market segmentation and market mapping Competition and its impact on businesses and competitive markets	Theme 1 – 1.3 Part 1: Putting a business idea into practice Business aims and objectives and how they differ from business to business Key financial calculations such as revenue, costs, profit and loss, cashflow
Citizenship	Theme C1 – Law and Crime Different types of law The role of professionals within the legal system The purpose of punishments Alternatives to courts	Theme C1 – Law and Crime Different types of law The role of professionals within the legal system The purpose of punishments Alternatives to courts
Child Development	Unit R057: Health and well-being for child development Topic Area 2: Antenatal care and preparation for birth The purpose and importance of antenatal clinics, screening and diagnostic tests, the purpose and importance of antenatal classes	Unit R057: Health and well-being for child development Topic Area 2: Antenatal care and preparation for birth The choices available for delivery, the role of the birth partner, methods of pain relief, signs and stages of labour, methods of assisted birth Topic Area 3: Postnatal checks, postnatal care and the conditions for development Postnatal checks, postnatal care of the mother and baby
Dance	Theory: Section C Analysis of A Linha Curva Practical: Choreography and Performance Performance piece based on A Linha Curva	Theory: Section C Analysis of Shadows Practical: Choreography Choreography piece based on Shadows
Drama	Bringing Texts to Life Developing a deeper understanding of the 6 design elements and then applying this knowledge to interpret a play text	Noughts and Crosses: Scripted Performance Developing skills in naturalistic acting and exploring further a Stanislavskian methodology. Understanding and applying Max Stafford Clark’s use of Actions (transitive verbs)
Design Technology	Design Technology and our World How the critical evaluation of new and emerging technologies informs design decisions; considering contemporary and potential future scenarios from different perspectives, such as ethics and the environment Materials and their working properties Ferrous and non-Ferrous metals	Design Technology and our World The impact of new and emerging technologies on: Industry Enterprise Sustainability People Culture Society The environment Production techniques Systems Materials and their working properties Thermo and Thermosetting Polymers Focused design and make tasks Levers and Linkages, Gears and Cams
Hospitality and Catering	International Foods Research foods from around the world Staple foods Cooking methods Product Analysis Meeting customer needs	International Foods Research foods from around the world Staple foods Cooking methods Product Analysis Meeting customer needs
Media Studies	Music - Music Videos and Online Media (Paper 2) Either: Katy Perry, Roar (2013) or Taylor Swift, Bad Blood (2014) AND Either Pharrell Williams, Freedom (2015) or Bruno Mars, Uptown Funk (2014)	Music - Music Videos and Online Media (Paper 2) Either: Katy Perry, Roar (2013) or Taylor Swift, Bad Blood (2014) AND Either Pharrell Williams, Freedom (2015) or Bruno Mars, Uptown Funk (2014)
Music	Orchestral Music over time Baroque, Classical, Romantic and 20^th century music introduced The extended Romantic orchestra Melodic and Rhythmic dictation Notation and music theory knowledge deepened Critical listening skills Women composers Solo and Ensemble Performance Composing for specific instruments
PE (GCSE)	Practical: Handball Theory: Sports Psychology 2.1 Classification of skills 2.2 SMART targets	Practical: Badminton or trampolining Theory: Sports Psychology 2.3 Feedback and guidance 2.4 Mental rehearsal
PE (CORE)	Trampolining Develop core skills in isolation and developed through a routine. Fitness Understanding the importance of leading a healthy active lifestyle. Net sports - Badminton or volleyball Develop a range of core skills in isolation and perform rules and tactics in a game situation. Games - Basketball, handball, football or netball Develop a range of core skills in isolation and perform rules and tactics in a game situation.
Photography	Landscape. Students are introduced into landscape photography What is landscape photography? What makes a good landscape photograph? Development of Photoshop and physical manipulation Introduction to landscape photographers. Independent learning: Research, practising photography skills and digital editing	Landscape. Students are introduced into landscape photography What is landscape photography? What makes a good landscape photograph? Development of Photoshop and physical manipulation Introduction to landscape photographers. Independent learning: Research, practising photography skills and digital editing
Religious Studies	9.2 Marriage and the Family Marriage, sexual relationships and family life. Gender prejudice and discrimination.	9.3 Muslim Beliefs Muslim beliefs about God Key Muslim beliefs (Sunni and Shi’a) Muslim beliefs about evil, suffering and the afterlife.
Sociology	Research Methods Sampling Ethical, practical and theoretical considerations	Research Methods Questionnaires Interviews Observation Ethnography Experiments
Extended Curriculum *operates on a half-termly carousel	Dance Music through time Styles of Dance music: Baroque dance suites, Romantic waltz, Bhangra, Disco and Electronic Dance Music Keyboard Skills developed Music theory and notation reading Composing a strong melody Using music technology to create music and apply electronic effects	Religious Studies - Introduction to Philosophy: Ancient Greek Philosophers Traditional arguments for the existence of God Introduction to Ethics: Different models of ethical living Ethical theory

Summer term

	Summer 1	Summer 2
English	War Poetry: analysing elegies; iambic pentameter; caesura; alliteration/ onomatopoeia; using symbols/pathetic fallacy to describe	19^th Century Literature (Story-Writing): using various types of openings, narrative hooks; foreshadowing
Maths	Delta Graphs Theta Angles	Delta Area and Volume Theta Perimeter, Area and Volume
Science	Biology B5 Communicable diseases Communicable diseases and how our lifestyle can affect it and how to prevent them. Bacterial, viral and fungal diseases in plants. Chemistry C5 Chemical Changes Reactivity of metals Reactions of acids with metals, metal oxides, metal hydroxides, and metal carbonates. The pH scale. Physics Electricity in the Home Students will be able to compare alternating current (a.c.) traces in terms of period and amplitude (voltage). Students will learn about cables and plugs in terms of their physical and electrical properties. Students will look at various home appliances and will be able to compare energy usage and efficiency of appliances	Biology B8 Bioenergetics: Photosynthesis and factors that affect the rate of photosynthesis. How plants use glucose. Chemistry C13 Chemistry of the Atmosphere Development of the Earth’s atmosphere over the past 4 billion years. Causes and effects of global warming Physics Molecules and Matter Students will learn about the structure of matter in terms of density. Students will learn about changes of state and latent heat as well as internal energy of matter. Students will learn about the Gas Laws relating pressure, volume and temperature.
Computer Science	Unit 6 - Cyber Security Threats to, and vulnerabilities of networks, computers and programs. Social engineering. Various forms of malicious code and their effects Prevention of cyber security threats.	Unit 7 - Relational Database and SQL Flat-file database Relational databases and associated terminology. Structure Query Language (SQL) to write and interpret simple queries and to insert, update or delete data from a database table
Geography	Coastal Management Coastal management & case studies: Shoreline Management Plans (SMPs); Hard and Soft Engineering. Map skills.	River Processes & Features River landscapes: processes & landforms. The River Severn case study.
History	How did the wartime allies become enemies? Soviet takeover of Eastern Europe; The breakdown of the Grand Alliance. Focus: Consequences; Significance	How did the wartime allies become enemies? Containment and the Hungarian Uprising. Focus: Consequences; Significance
French	Theme 1 Unit 3 Free time activity Food and eating out Sport	Theme 1 Unit4 Customs and festivals in French-speaking countries/communities
Spanish	Theme 1 Unit 3 Free time activity Food and eating out Sport	Theme 1 Unit4 Customs and festivals in Spanish-speaking countries/communities
Art	Portrait Students expand their skills in portrait. Explore a range of portrait artists	Portrait Students expand their skills in portrait. Explore a range of portrait artists
Business Studies	Theme 1 – 1.3 Part 2 The importance of cash to a business and how to improve cashflow Breakeven calculations and diagrams and how to use this information Long-term and short-term sources of finance and their advantages and disadvantages	Theme 1 – 1.4 Part 1: Making the business effective Limited liability and business ownership types Franchising Business location Exam skills and practice in detail
Citizenship	Theme C2 – Law and Crime The UK court system The youth justice system The citizens within the legal system Judiciary and reforms	Theme B1 – Democracy at work in the UK Political ideologies and parties Voting systems The organisation of government House of Commons and making legislation
Child Development	Unit R057: Health and well-being for child development Topic Area 3: Postnatal checks, postnatal care and the conditions for development Postnatal care of the mother and baby, the development needs of children from birth to five years. Topic Area 4: Childhood illnesses and a child safe environment Recognise general signs and symptoms of illnesses in children, how to meet the needs of an ill child	Unit R057: Health and well-being for child development Topic Area 4: Childhood illnesses and a child safe environment How to ensure a child-friendly safe environment. Unit R057: Health and well-being for child development Revision of unit content preparation for summer exam.
Dance	Theory: Section C Analysis of Emancipation of Expressionism Practical: Choreography Performance piece based on Emancipation of Expressionism	Theory: Section A General Dance, Safe Practice and Healthy Dancer Practical: Dance Technique and choreographic processes
Drama	Devising – Theatre in Education How to use the Paper Birds devising cards to develop performance	An introduction to DNA Exploring the context of the exam text and exploring relationships through performance
Design Technology	Materials and their working properties: Papers and Boards Electronic systems and programmable components	The Iterative Design Process How to research The design brief Design specification Design and make assignment: Kitronik Air Freshener PCB and components plus housing
Hospitality and Catering	Cake Project 5 different cake methods Function of Ingredients Types of celebrations Natasha’s Law Ingredient comparison Meeting customer needs Inclusivity Budgets	Cake Project 5 different cake methods Function of Ingredients Types of celebrations Natasha’s Law Ingredient comparison Meeting customer needs Inclusivity Budgets
Media Studies	Advertising and Marketing (Paper 1, Section A) This Girl Can, Quality Street.	Advertising and Marketing (Paper 1, Section A) This Girl Can, Quality Street.
Music GCSE	Film Music Why is music used in films? Critical listening skills Leitmotif performance How does music create a specific mood? Types of film music Time signatures and key signatures revisited Describing a melody revisited Introduction to DR CAT SMITH for musical analysis The 10marker question in the GCSE exam Composing music for a film clip Solo and Ensemble Performance
PE (GCSE)	Practical: Athletics Theory: Socio-Economic 3.1 - Influences 3.2 - Commercialisation	Practical: Cricket Theory: Socio-Economic 3.3 - Sporting behaviour
PE (Core)	Athletics Develop a range of core skills in isolation across a variety of events. Rounders/Cricket Develop a range of core skills in isolation and perform rules and tactics in a game situation. Street Sports Develop a range of core skills in isolation and in group challenges across a variety of street sports.
Photography	Portrait and abstract photography. How to explore light, form, and shape? Can you make an interesting photograph of anything? Independent learning: Research, practising photography skills and digital editing	Portrait and abstract photography. How to explore light, form, and shape? Can you make an interesting photograph of anything? Independent learning: Research, practising photography skills and digital editing
Religious Studies	9.3 Muslim Beliefs Muslim beliefs about God Key Muslim beliefs (Sunni and Shi’a) Muslim beliefs about evil, suffering and the afterlife.	9.4 Crime and Punishment Justice, crime and the aims of punishment. Forgiveness and different attitudes to the treatment of criminals
Sociology	Families Theories on the family and family diversity	Families Changes in the family and conjugal roles
Extended Curriculum *operates on a half-termly carousel	Art An exploration of the game ‘Exquisite Corpse,’ and its connection to surrealism.	Computer Science A creative project representing a tour company specialising in cities abroad. Selecting, using, and combining multiple applications, such as Adobe Fireworks, Movie Maker and MS Publisher. Collecting and analysing data as part of their publications to meet the needs of a given audience.