Testwood School
Curriculum Booklet
Year 9
2018-19
Dear Parents and Students
As part of our drive to raise standards and support learning we have compiled
a Curriculum Booklet for Year 9. This document provides you with an
overview of the year for each of the subjects your son or daughter takes
during this year.
Knowing which topics are coming up each half term will enable students to
plan ahead. Parents who have a particular interest in subjects may wish to
talk to their sons and daughters about those topics to nurture their interest.
Curriculum Leaders have added helpful material, web pages and internet
links to support further study and investigation. In some cases there may be
places to visit which might deepen the understanding of particular topics.
These enrichment activities will enable all students to move forward ‘at a
pace’ towards success as they move through the school.
Finally, as you know we are keen to encourage further reading and we have
put together an extended reading list for the students to use when they are
looking for something good to read. Mrs Campbell in the LRC is always
available to recommend material however your local library will also have a
wide variety of books appropriate for particular age groups.
We hope that you find this booklet helpful in supporting your son or
daughter’s learning in 2017/18. If you have any concerns or questions about
a specific subject please don’t hesitate contact the subject teacher.
Yours sincerely
Mrs J Pitman
Headteacher
Subject – Art
Autumn Term
Natural Forms Printing
Refinement of observational tonal skills with a variety of media
An introduction to the photography of Anna Atkins and different photographic styles
An introduction to mono printing and artists
An introduction to relief printing and artists
An introduction to darkroom photography and developing chemigrams and photograms
Students will select the best of their printing and photographic experimentation to present for a final outcome.
Spring Term
Student Led GCSE Taster
An introduction to the AQA GCSE Fine Art / Photography course
Choice of artwork direction, considering a set theme.
Artwork is developed independently by students
Artwork to cover all 4 AQA assessment areas
Students to gain an understanding for the GCSE Fine Art / Photography course and assist in any option choices for GCSE
Summer Term
Abstract Sculpture
Development of observational tonal skills with a variety of media
Development of ceramic skills
An introduction to various abstract sculptural artists and artwork analysis
Students will create their own unique abstract sculpture based on their research
Reading list
Visit the school library to see the range of art books on offer to give inspiration for own work.
Research artists on the internet:
Also these recommended Art Gallery websites – In London - www.tate.org.uk ; www.saatchigallery.com ; www.nationalgallery.org.uk In New York - www.moma.org ; www.guggenheim.org ; www.metmuseum.org
In Europe - www.louvre.fr/en ; www.centrepompidou.fr/en ; www.guggenheim-bilbao.es/en
Possible enrichment activities at home
Students should complete observation drawings at home to develop their skills.
Students should experiment with a range of media to develop their skills.
Students should research artists whose work inspires them.
Students should visit Southampton City Art Gallery to see the range of Art work from both traditional and contemporary artists.
Students should also take the opportunity to practice skills or continue classwork in the lunchtime Art Club sessions, where students are able to work independently with the Art department’s resources.
Subject – Business Studies (Enterprise)
Autumn Term 1 – Promotion
Methods of advertising
Types of sales promotion
Promotional methods
Financial records
Autumn Term 2 – Finance for Business
Profitability
Statement of financial position
Profit and loss
Spring Term 1 – Financial planning and forecasting
Cash flow
Break even analysis
Sources of finance
Spring Term 2 – Exploring Enterprises
Customer service
Types of SMEs
Purpose of enterprise
Summer Term 1 – Entrepreneurs
Mind set of an entrepreneur
Skills for success Summer Term 2 – Market Research
Identifying what customers want
Ongoing customer needs
Using market research to understand customers
Reading list
https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/subjects/zpsvr82 Business Revision
https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec-tech-awards/enterprise.html Course Information
Possible enrichment activities at home
Follow the business news by reading The Financial Times or looking at BBC Business News online www.bbc.co.uk/news/business
Practise relevant topic activities on www.businessstudiesonline.co.uk
Subject – Computer Science
Autumn Term 1 – Networks
Types of networks
Network protocols
Client server
Data storage
Autumn Term 2 – Computer Systems
CPU
Data storage
Systems software
Spring Term 1 – Data Representation
Data representation
Binary
Data types and structures
Spring Term 2 – System Security & Ethics
Threats to networks
Dealing with network issues
Ethical and Legal responsibilities
Summer Term 1 – Data Types & Sorting Algorithms
Computational thinking
Algorithms Summer Term 2 – Programming Languages & Iteration
Python
JavaScript
Iteration
Reading list
https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/subjects/z34k7ty Computer Science Revision
http://www.teach-ict.com/glossary/A.htm Teach ICT
https://www.w3schools.com/ W3Schools
Possible enrichment activities at home
Bletchley Park
National Museum of Computing
The Science Museum
Subject – Creative Media (ICT)
Autumn Term 1 – Pre-Production Methods
Moodboards
Mindmaps
Visualisation diagrams
Storyboards
Autumn Term 2 – Pre-Production Methods
Scripts
File formats
Work plans
Spring Term 1 – Planning Pre-Production
Client requirements
Target audience and research
Legislation
Creating pre-production documents
Spring Term 2 – Understanding Digital Graphics
Uses of digital graphics
File formats and properties
Design and layout
Summer Term 1 – Planning Digital Graphics
Client requirements
Target audience and research
Legislation Summer Term 2 – Creating Digital Graphics
Source and create graphics
Using tools and techniques
Exporting final graphics
Reading list
https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/guides/zqrk7ty/revision/1 Graphics Software
https://helpx.adobe.com/uk/photoshop/tutorials.html Photoshop Tutorials
Possible enrichment activities at home
National Museum of Computing
The Design Museum
Subject - Drama
Autumn Term 1
‘Blood Brothers’
Students will be using the characters and story of the play to explore a range of dramatic techniques.
Drama skills - role play, script work, characterisation, contrast, tension, performance skills, forum theatre, characterisation.
Autumn Term 2
‘Comedy’
Students will explore a range of dramatic comedy styles and stimulus.
Drama skills - physical theatre, mime, stereotype, stimulus, tableaux, thought tracking, sound scape and characterisation.
Spring Term 1
‘DNA’
Students will look at the concept of ‘victimisation’ and gang culture through Dennis Kelly’s play ‘DNA’. They will devise and perform their own scenes and characters based on the performance as well as take part in scripted work.
Drama skills - role play, script work, victimisation, contrast, tension, status, hot seating, promenade, performance skills, forum theatre, characterisation.
Spring Term 2
Intro to devising
Students will be introduced to a different stimulus, Drama practitioner and method for devising each lesson. This will prepare them for SU 1 where they will be creating their own performance work
Drama skills - cross cutting, mark the moment, theatre in education, physical theatre, symbolic movement, thought tracking, still image, naturalism.
Summer Term
Devised performance work
Students will research, devise, rehearse and develop their own performance on a given stimulus.
Drama skills- devising, communication, rehearsal, stimulus, concept, characterisation, performance skills, evaluation.
Reading list
‘Blood Brothers’ by Willy Russell
‘DNA’ by Dennis Kelly
Possible enrichment activities at home
Look for movies/film related to the topic to help with characterisation in lesson.
Go to see ‘Blood Brothers’ or any other piece of live theatre.
Reading any books relevant to the topic will help you with the context and setting of the work.
Get involved in the whole school production, Hangar Farm shows and Rock Challenge for a chance to perform and to improve performance skills.
Subject – English
Autumn Term 1 The Events of 9/11 Language Paper 1: Students will study narrative forms, using the
events of September 11th to create a description. Cultural Novel Study: Simple: Inspire a love of reading in the students!
Autumn Term 2 War Poetry: Students will study a full range of war poetry and consider the impact it has,
both emotively and historically. Year 9 Exams: Complete an unseen poetry question.
Spring Term 1 Romeo and Juliet: This whole unit is based around a production of Romeo and Juliet by the
Young Shakespeare Company who will attend school in February.
Spring Term 2 Of Mice and Men: Students will study the novel Of Mice and Men. They will focus heavily
upon the life of the author and consider how his beliefs are presented through fiction.
Summer Term 1 Captain Phillips: Students will engage with the film Captain Philips and explore a variety of
techniques that directors use for specific effects, focusing on the difference between fiction and non-fiction texts.
Summer Term 2 Dragon’s Den/GCSE Spoken Language: Students will learn the art of sales and
persuasion, using language effectively to gain an ‘investment’ from their peers. Year 9 Exams: Reading comprehension and a Writing paper.
Reading lists
Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close - Jonathan Safran Foer The Collected Poems of Wilfred Owen Lord of the Flies - William Golding Animal Farm - George Orwell Romeo and Juliet - William Shakespeare Of Mice and Men - John Steinbeck Any books on film or media - understanding film theory
Possible enrichment activities at home
Visit the Globe Theatre in London or Stratford upon Avon to understand Shakespeare’s context and maybe even watch a production.
Research any of the author’s backgrounds to understand intentions for writing and context. Eg. Research the true story of Captain Phillips – is the film accurate?
Read a weekly newspaper or magazine to understand purpose, audience and genre within non-fiction writing.
Subject - French
Autumn Term 1
Clothing and fashion
Opinions and reasons
Use of different time frames
Describing outfits
Shopping practical conversation
Autumn Term 2
Part-time jobs and household chores
Future plans
Pocket money and spending it
The importance of languages in the world of work
Spring Term 1
Countries of the world
Types of holiday
Transport
Weather
Practical French
Spring Term 2
Past holidays
Dream holidays
Describing disastrous holidays
Practical holiday conversation
Summer Term 1
Sports
Extreme sports
French sporting events
Review of a sporting event
Summer Term 2
French culture
Cinema
Writing a film review
Reading lists
Asterix comics
On line comics and magazines
KS3 revision guide
Possible enrichment activities at home
Research French cinema
BBC languages – videos on Paris monuments
BBC languages – videos on holidaying in France
Phone applications such as Duolingo
Websites such as Memrise, Languagegym and languagesonline
Subject – AQA GCSE Geography
Autumn Term 1
The Living World Rainforests Hot deserts
Autumn Term 2
Challenges in the Urban Environment Urbanisation A case study of a major city in a LIC or NEE Urban sustainability
Spring Term 1
The Physical Landscape of the UK River Landscapes
Spring Term 2
The Challenge of Resource Management The provision of food, water and energy Focus on water – conflict in the access to water Strategies to improve water supply
Summer Term 1
Challenge of Natural Hazards Tectonic Hazards Weather Hazards Climate Change
Reading lists
The text book we use in the classroom is
GCSE Geography AQA Student Book Paperback – 1 May 2016
by Simon Ross (Author), Nick Rowles (Author)
Oxford Univeristy Press ISBN-13: 978-0198366614
Recommended revision guide
Subject - History – OCR GCSE (9-1) History B
Autumn Term 1
Causes of World War Two: o Impact of the War on Germany o Treaty of Versailles o Appeasement o League of Nations
Autumn Term 2
Life before World War Two
Rise of anti-Semitism
Events leading to and of the Holocaust
Spring Term 1
Impact of the war on Britain
How did Britain contribute to the defeat of Hitler?
Spring Term 2
The People’s Health 1200 – the present
o Public Health in the Middle Ages
o Public Health in the Early Modern period
Summer Term 1
The People’s Health 1200 – the
present
o Public Health in the Industrial
Revolution
o Public Health in the 20th
century
Summer Term 2
The Norman Conquest 1065—1087 o England before the conquest o Contenders to the throne in
1066 o The Norman invasion
Reading lists
The Woeful Second World War by Terry Deary
The Blitzed Brits by Terry Deary
U-Boat Hunter: Peter Rogers, HMS Arun, 1939-45 by Bryan Perrett
The Diary of Anne Frank by Anne Frank
When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit by Judith Kerr
Erica’s Story by Ruth Vander Zee
War Nurse: A Second World War Girl’s Diary 1919-1940
D-Day: A Second World War Soldier 1944 by Bryan Perrett
GCSE 9-1 Geography AQA Revision Guide Paperback – 18 Jan 2018
by Tim Bayliss (Author), Rebecca Tudor (Author), Catherine Hurst (Author), Bob Digby (Series Editor).
Oxford University Press ISBN-13: 978-0198423461
Possible enrichment activities at home
Watching the news and reading newspapers to keep up to date with what is going on in the world
Visiting local areas with links to the topics being studied
Download and use a news app
BBC Bitesize https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/examspecs/zy3ptyc
http://www.coolgeography.co.uk/ - this website is written by a Geography teacher for the AQA course. It has resources for each topic, video clips, revision activities and games. It is a great resource.
https://quizizz.com – search for our topics and complete the revision quizzes your teacher will set at times throughout the year.
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
Good Night Mr Tom by Michelle Magorian
Cold War on Maple Street by Gayle Rosengren
Wall by Tom Clohosy Hall Films and Documentaries
Valkyrie (BBFC: 12)
Freedom Writers (BBFC: 12)
Auschwitz: The Nazis and the ‘Final Solution’ – BBC Series
Schindler’s List (BBFC: 15)
Sophie Scholl (BBFC: PG)
Battlefield Britain: The Battle of Britian
The Windrush Years
Possible enrichment activities at home
Churchill War Museums, London: www.iwm.org.uk/visits/churchill-war-rooms
D-Day Museum, Portsmouth: www.ddaymuseum.co.uk/
Imperial War Museum, London (Holocaust Exhibition): www.iwm.org.uk/visits/iwm-london
Subject - Mathematics
Foundation Autumn term
Integers and place value
Decimals
Indices, powers and roots
Factors, multiples and primes
Algebra: the basics
Expanding and factorising single brackets
Expressions and substitution into formulae
Spring term
Tables
Charts and graphs
Pie charts
Scatter graphs
Fractions
Fractions, decimals and percentages
Percentages
Equations
Inequalities
Sequences
Summer
Properties of shapes, parallel lines and angle
facts
Interior and exterior angles of polygons
Statistics and sampling
The averages
Right-angled triangles: Pythagoras and
trigonometry
Probability
Higher Autumn term
Calculations, checking and rounding
Indices, roots, reciprocals and hierarchy of
operations
Factors, multiples and primes
Standard form and surds
Spring term
Algebra: the basics
Setting up, rearranging and solving equations
Sequences
Averages and range
Representing and interpreting data
Scatter graphs
Fractions
Percentages
Ratio and proportion
Polygons, angles and parallel lines
Pythagoras’ Theorem and trigonometry
Summer
Graphs: the basics and real-life graphs
Linear graphs and coordinate geometry
Quadratic, cubic and other graphs
Perimeter, area and circles
3D forms and volume, cylinders, cones and spheres
Accuracy and bounds
Transformations
Constructions, loci and bearings
Reading lists As directed by teachers. Maths Curse by Jon Scieszka, The Math Inspectors by Daniel Kennedy, Maths Tricks and Number Magic by Chris Wardle
Possible enrichment activities at home
nrich.maths.org
www.ukmt.org.uk
www.mathsworkout.co.uk
www.corbettmaths.com
Subject - Music
Reggae
Instrument Focus: Keyboard, ukulele & voice
Duet performance: Buffalo Soldier
Paired composition: Reggae advert
Film Music
Instrument Focus: Keyboards
Performance: Superhero Theme
Paired composition: Chase Scene
Clubbing
Instrument Focus: Computers
Sequenced performance: Teardrop
Solo composition: Club Song
My Music / Cover Songs – Performing 1
Instrument Focus: Pupils’ choice
To develop GCSE performing and rehearsing ability
Reading list
Read BBC news online to keep on top of current shows and musical events.
Possible enrichment activities at home
Listen to a wide variety of music of differing styles, genres & time periods.
Attend musicals, gigs and concerts as often as possible.
Subject – Physical Education
Throughout the year the pupils will participate in a range of sporting activities to develop their core
and technical skills to become more competent, confident and expert in their techniques and apply
them across different sports and physical activities. They will also be encouraged to use a range of
tactics and strategies to overcome opponents.
9y/PE1 9y/PE2 9y/PE3 9x/PE1 9x/PE2 9x/PE3 4th Sept –
6th Oct Hockey
(Outdoor clothing)
Hockey (Outdoor clothing)
Rugby (Rugby shirt,
studs)
Hockey (Outdoor clothing)
Rugby (Rugby shirt,
studs)
Hockey (Outdoor clothing)
9th Oct – 20th Oct
Cross country / fitness
(Outdoor clothing)
Cross country / fitness
(Outdoor clothing)
Cross country / fitness
(Outdoor clothing)
Cross country / fitness
(Outdoor clothing)
Cross country / fitness
(Outdoor clothing)
Cross country / fitness
(Outdoor clothing)
30th Oct – 24th Nov
Badminton (Indoor clothing)
Netball (Outdoor clothing)
Hockey (Outdoor clothing)
Badminton (Indoor clothing)
Hockey (Outdoor clothing)
Netball (Outdoor clothing)
27th Nov – 21st Dec
Football (Outdoor clothing)
Dance (Indoor clothing)
Badminton (Indoor clothing)
Football (Outdoor clothing)
Badminton (Indoor clothing)
Dance (Indoor clothing)
4th Jan – 2nd Feb
Fitness (Indoor clothing)
Badminton (Indoor clothing)
Table tennis (Indoor clothing)
Fitness (Indoor clothing)
Table tennis (Indoor clothing)
Badminton (Indoor clothing)
5th Feb – 2nd Mar
Taster Sessions Taster Sessions Taster Sessions Taster Sessions Taster Sessions Taster Sessions
5th Mar – 29th Mar
Table Tennis (Indoor clothing)
Fitness (Indoor clothing)
Handball (Outdoor clothing)
Table Tennis (Indoor clothing)
Handball (Outdoor clothing)
Fitness (Indoor clothing)
16th Apr – 25th May
Lesson 1 – S&F Lesson 2 - Athletics
Lesson 1 – Athletics
Lesson 2 – S&F
Lesson 1 – S&F Lesson 2 - Athletics
Lesson 1 – S&F Lesson 2 - Athletics
Lesson 1 – S&F Lesson 2 - Athletics
Lesson 1 – Athletics
Lesson 2 – S&F
4th June – 20th July
Start GCSE PE
Start GCSE Dance
Core PE Teacher’s Choice
of Activity
Core PE Teacher’s Choice
of Activity
Start GCSE PE
Start GCSE Dance
Mo Farah; “Don’t dream of winning, train for it” Jessica Ennis; “The pain you feel today will be the strength you feel tomorrow.”
Extra-Curricular Opportunities
Football Badminton Rugby Table Tennis Netball Gymnastics Rounders Athletics Cricket Hockey Volleyball Fitness Dance Basketball Handball Tennis
www.newforestssp.co.uk
Global Rock Challenge www.rockchallenge.co.uk
Out of School Opportunities
Applemore Netball Club www.applemorenetball.co.uk Waterside Table Tennis Club www.watersidettc.co.uk Pace Youth Football Club www.pitchero.com Tottonians Rugby Club www.tottonians.com Romsey and Totton Swimming Club www.ratswim.com Paultons Golf Club www.paultonsgolf.co.uk Southampton Hockey Club www.southamptonhc.org Calmore Cricket Club www.calmoresports.co.uk New Forest Junior Athletics Club www.newforestjuniors.co.uk Testwood Gymnastics Club www.testwoodgymnastics.co.uk Stagecoach www.stagecoach.co.uk/totton
Subject - AQA GCSE Science
Autumn Term 1
Cell Structure & Transport (B1)
Atomic Structure (C1)
Autumn Term 2
Conservation and Dissipation of Energy (P1)
The Periodic Table (C2)
Spring Term 1
Cell Division (B2)
Energy Transfer by Heating (P2)
Spring Term 2
Organisation and the Digestive system (B3)
Structure & Bonding (C3)
Summer Term 1
Energy resources (P3)
Summer Term 2
Organising Animals & Plants (B4)
Electric Circuits (P4) NB This may vary a little between classes due to apparatus constraints.
Reading lists
CGP AQA 9-1 Double Science Revision Guide (Not available yet)
Forces and Motion (Physical Science in Depth) (D.Dreier)
Atoms & Elements (D.Bradley)
Biology Revision AQA (mp3 download)
www.samlearning
www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize
Possible enrichment activities at home
The Science Museum, London
Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium
Southampton University Open Days
General Hospital Open Days (Medicine)
Subject - Technology In year 9 students will be investigating and making use of recycled materials. They will cover
different materials and how they can be recycled or reused within the remit of a design brief. They
will use all of the skills they have learnt in years 7 and 8 and will advance these skills to make each of
the practical pieces throughout the year. They will also learn how to prepare and cook healthy meals
so they can feed themselves in the future and gain a better understanding of “farm to fork”.
Groups
Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 5 Group 6
Autumn 1
Recycled Project. Textile
Product - research &
planning
Cooking & Nutrition.
Following a recipe & practical
skills
Cooking & Nutrition.
Following a recipe & practical
skills
Recycled Project.
Cooking & Nutrition.
Following a recipe & practical
skills
Recycled Project. Textile
Product - research & planning
Autumn 2
Recycled Project. Textile
Product - making & realisation
Cooking & Nutrition.
Following a recipe & practical
skills
Cooking & Nutrition.
Following a recipe & practical
skills
Recycled Project.
Cooking & Nutrition.
Following a recipe & practical
skills
Recycled Project. Textile
Product - making & realisation
Spring 1
Cooking & Nutrition.
Following a recipe & practical
skills
Recycled Project.
Recycled Project. Cans -
research & planning
Recycled Project. Textile
Product - research & planning
Recycled Project.
Cooking & Nutrition.
Following a recipe & practical
skills
Spring 2
Cooking & Nutrition.
Following a recipe & practical
skills
Recycled Project.
Recycled Project. Cans -
practical
Recycled Project. Textile
Product - making & realisation
Recycled Project.
Cooking & Nutrition.
Following a recipe & practical
skills
Summer 1
Recycled Project.
Product –design
research & planning
Recycled Project. Textile
Product - research & planning
Recycled Project. Textile
Product - research & planning
Cooking & Nutrition.
Following a recipe & practical
skills
Recycled Project. Textile
Product - research & planning
Recycled Project. Textile
Product - research & planning
Summer 2
Recycled Project.
Product – design
making & realisation
Recycled Project. Textile
Product - making & realisation
Recycled Project. Textile
Product - making & realisation
Cooking & Nutrition.
Following a recipe & practical
skills
Recycled Project. Textile
Product - making & realisation
Recycled Project. Textile
Product - making & realisation
Recommended Reading for year 9 and older
Shelter (all the series) by Harlan Coben The Fault in Our Stars by John Green The Legend series by Marie Lu The Young Elites series by Marie Lu Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney Tom Gates series by Liz Pichon Geek Girl series by Holly Smale Lockwood & Co series by Johnathon Stroud Gangsta Granny by David Walliams (any by David Walliams) The Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins The Divergent series by Veronica Roth Virals series by Kathy Reichs The Cry of the Icemark series by Stuert Hill Department 19 series by Will Hill Girl Online (and others) by Zoe Sugg Henderson’s Boys (all the series) by Robert Muchamore I’d Tell You That I Loved You But Then I’d Have to Kill You (all of Gallagher Girls series) by Ally Carter Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas The Declaration (the trilogy) by Gemma Malley Insignia series by S J Kincaid Maze Runner series by James Dashner Somewhere, Nowhere, Anywhere series by Jon Robinson Theodore Boone series by John Grisham The Enemy series by Charlie Higson and Paul Whitehouse The Morganville Vampires series by Rachel Caine The Mortal Instruments series by Cassandra Clare Vampire Academy series by Rachel Mead The Duff by Kody Keplinger (any by Kody Keplinger) 13 Days of Midnight by Leo Hunt A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness Eleanor and Park by Rainbow Rowell (any by Rainbow Rowell) Dolls (all series) by Kiki Sullivan Messenger of Fear by Michael Grant Zom-b by Darren Shan (any by Darren Shan) The Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard The Knife of Never Letting Go (Chaos Walking series) by Patrick Ness Animal Farm by George Orwell Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs (all)