Key Stage 3

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Key Stage 3 consists of Years 7, 8 and 9, They build on their learning from core subjects in primary school and develop skills and experiences in new subjects. In Year 9 they begin making their choices for the qualifications they will gain at the end of Key Stage 4. 

Key Stage 3 subjects and the number of lessons per fortnight

Subject Year 7 Year 8 Year 9
English* 8 8 8
Maths 7 8 7
Science 6 6 6
History 3 3 3
Geography 3 3 3
Citizenship 2 1 2
Religious Studies 1 2 1
Spanish/French* 4 4 4*
Computing 2 2 2
Engineering, Art & Design 4 4 4
Drama 2 2 2
Music 2 1 2
Physical Education 4 4 4

*One English lesson per cycle takes place in the library and students take part in the Accelerated Reader programme of study.  

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