What is Key Stage 3 taught?

There are 3 ‘core’ subjects (maths, science and English) and a further 9 ‘foundation’ subjects which must be taught in KS3. Science. History. Geography.

What is a curriculum DFE?

The national curriculum is a set of subjects and standards used by primary and secondary schools so children learn the same things. It covers what subjects are taught and the standards children should reach in each subject. Academies must teach a broad and balanced curriculum including English, maths and science.

What key stage is entry level 3?

Adult Curriculum level	Equivalent level qualification	Key Stage
Entry Level 1	Entry Level certificates or awards	1 – age 5
Entry Level 2	2 – age 7
Entry Level 3	3 – age 9
Level 1	GCSE D – G	4, 5, 6 – ages 11 – 14

Is Pshe in the national curriculum?

Personal, social, health and economic ( PSHE ) education is an important and necessary part of all pupils’ education. All schools should teach PSHE , drawing on good practice, and this expectation is outlined in the introduction to the proposed new national curriculum. PSHE is a non-statutory subject.

What are the 4 key stages in the national curriculum?

What are the Key Stages in the National Curriculum?

• Key Stage 1. Key Stage 1 covers ages 5-7 and years 1 and 2 at school.
• Key Stage 2. Key Stage 2 covers ages 7-11 and school years 3 to 6.
• Key Stage 3. Key Stage 3 refers to the first 3 years of secondary school, covering ages 11-14 and school years 7-9.
• Key Stage 4.

What level should a Year 7 be in maths?

A student with average primary school results will be set a target of grade 3a, 3b or 3c for Year 7.

What is Stage 3 of the National Curriculum?

Key stage 3 . Pupils should extend and deepen their chronologically secure knowledge and understanding of British, local and world history, so that it provides a well-informed context for wider…

Do you have to follow the National Curriculum?

The national curriculum secondary programmes of study and attainment targets for key stages 3 and 4. This is the statutory secondary national curriculum, including programmes of study and attainment targets for all subjects at key stages 3 and 4. It is issued by law; you must follow it unless there’s a good reason not to.

What is the purpose of the Key Stage 3 history curriculum?

History programmes of study: key stage 3 National curriculum in England . Purpose of study . A high-quality history education will help pupils gain a coherent knowledge and understanding of Britain’s past and that of the wider world. It should inspire pupils’ curiosity to know more about the past.

What do you need to know about Key Stage 3?

Key stage 3 and 4. Key stage 3. Compulsory national curriculum subjects are: Schools must provide religious education (RE) and sex education from key stage 3 but parents can ask for their children to be taken out of the whole lesson or part of it. Key stage 4. During key stage 4 most pupils work towards national qualifications – usually GCSEs.