Year 10 Curriculum Information 2015 - 2016

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Contents Art ................................................................................................................... 3

G.C.S.E Business Studies ................................................................................. 4

Design and Technology Key Stage 4 ............................................................... 6

Food Technology ............................................................................................. 7

Drama ............................................................................................................. 8

English ............................................................................................................. 9

Geography ....................................................................................................12

History...........................................................................................................13

Information and Communications Technology (ICT) ....................................14

Mathematics .................................................................................................19

Media ............................................................................................................21

Modern Foreign Languages ..........................................................................22

Music - AQA GCSE Syllabus 10 ......................................................................23

Physical Education ........................................................................................25

Religious Studies ...........................................................................................28

Science ..........................................................................................................29

GCSE Dance ..................................................................................................35

Y10 Careers Education and Guidance ...........................................................37

Contact Information .....................................................................................38

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Art

Y e ar 1 0 s t u dent s f ol l o w t he F i ne A rt G . C . S . E . c ou rs e : -

A QA F i ne A rt

This is a broadly based course in Art, Craft and

Design. Students work in two or more of the

following areas:-

Drawing and painting, Printmaking, Graphics, Textiles, 3D studies and ICT.

They will work in a variety of media; e.g. pencil, pastel, paint, collage, ceramics and fabrics.

Study of Artists and Designers work is an integral part of the course.

Students are taught in mixed ability groups and usually remain with

the same teacher throughout the course.

The course comprises three assignments and a controlled test. The themes for the assignments will be determined by each individual class teacher.

F i n al A s s e s s m e nt

At the end of the course (May, Year 11) students display their 3 assignments together with a terminal test (an unaided piece of work completed in 10 hours of supervised time during the Spring term of Year 11). The theme for the test is set by AQA and the students are given up to 9 weeks to prepare for it. Coursework represents 60% and the controlled test 40%, of the final mark. The work is assessed internally and is moderated externally by an examiner appointed by the AQA.

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Parents are invited to view these displays.

Students are assessed on their:-

ability to record observations, experiences and ideas in forms that are appropriate to their intentions

ability to analyse and evaluate images, objects and artifacts, showing understanding of context

ability to develop and explain ideas using media, processes and resources, reviewing, modifying and refining work as it progresses.

ability to present a personal response, realising their intentions and making informed connections with the work of others.

Y e ar 1 0 A s s e s s m e nt

At the end of each assignment student’s coursework is assessed on the above criteria. They are then given an attainment-to-date grade, together with a comment by their teacher.

Students are encouraged to work in the studios at lunchtimes and after school.

G.C.S.E Business Studies

A w ar di ng bo dy : E de xc e l 3 Units of Study

While studying the first two units of this course, students are likely to learn a lot of new things. Students will be introduced to the world of small businesses and will look at what makes someone a successful business person. Students will find out how to develop an idea and spot an

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opportunity, and turn that into a successful business. They will understand how to make a business effective and manage money.

U n i t 1 – I n t r o d u c t i o n t o S m a l l B u s i n e s s - 2 5 % -

E x a m i n a t i o n – c o v e r e d i n y e a r 1 0

This unit looks at a range of different business concepts linked with the start-up of new businesses. The topics covered are:

• Spotting a business opportunity

• Showing enterprise

• Making the startup effective

• Putting a business idea in to practice.

• Understanding the economic context

U n i t 2 – I n v e s t i g a t i n g S m a l l B u s i n e s s – c o n t r o l l e d a s s e s s m e n t –2 5 % - c o v e r e d i n y e a r 1 0

In this unit students will use the content to research, analyse and evaluate a selected task on enterprise issues. Students select one Edexcel-set task from a choice of five. Tasks are changed annually. Researching the task should take approximately two weeks of time (a maximum of six hours) and can be completed under limited supervision S t u d e n t s m u s t p r o d u c e t h e i r f i n a l w r i t e - u p o f t h e t a s k individually

U n i t 3- Building a Business - 5 0 % - E x a m i n a t i o n –

c o v e r e d i n y e a r 1 1. This unit looks at a range of different business concepts linked with the start-up of new businesses. The topics covered are:

• Marketing • Meeting customer needs • Effective financial management

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• Effective people management • The wider world affecting business.

A s s e s s m e n t : Assessment is 75% external assessment and 25% controlled assessment. All assessments are submitted or taken in the summer of year 11.

Design and Technology Key Stage 4

At Marple Hall we will be offering students the chance to study Design and Technology Key Stage 4. The strength of this course is that it allows a great deal of flexibility, allowing students to utilise the skills and understanding developed in all areas of the subject throughout Key Stage 4.

As far as possible students will be placed in sets for Year 10 studies based on their performance in Year 9 and the National Curriculum level they achieve by the end of the Key Stage. This will allow teachers to match the work with the ability of the group and ensure that all students are being

rewarded by success and extended in the level of work they are expected to produce.

Students will be given structured focused tasks and mini projects for assessment with strict deadlines that will be the same for all students. It is very important that these deadlines are met. Throughout Y10 studies, students will have a number of opportunities to complete past examination questions – this acts as excellent preparation for their final examination at the end of Y11.

Work on the GCSE course work and controlled assessment will begin in the last half term of year 10. This will involve the design and construction of a

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‘product’ that could involve Graphic Design, Resistant Materials, CAD/CAM or any combination of these.

Ho w i s t he c ou rs e as s e s s e d ?

GCSE Design and Technology is assessed through the controlled assessment project work in which students produce a 3-dimensional product and a concise design folder. The course work element is worth 60% of the final grade. A written paper forms the remaining 40%.

W h at ne xt

At ‘A’ Level, Design and Technology is taught through the area of Product Design and our GCSE course will offer excellent transition to post-16 studies.

Food Technology

Students following GCSE Food Design and Technology will be able to apply all the knowledge learnt and developed at KS3 and allow the transition to GCSE a lot easier. The Year 10 Scheme Of Work is structured into “units” which cover all aspects of GCSE Food Technology. This would include; the

nutritional property of food, to analysing industry practices and making highly complex dishes.

At the end of every half term, the students will sit an in class assessment which will be focused on the knowledge they have learnt in the term. This is to emphasise that the GCSE does have a large amount of theory to understand and apply to their practical sessions, but also that the course is not a cooking course.

Food Technology at GCSE is becoming very popular with students, who are

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excelling in the subject. We encourage a lot of group tasks, as well as independent learning to developing the inquisitive skills that our students uphold.

After the Easter holidays, all Year 10 students will start their Controlled Assessment portfolio, the coursework will be a major part of the students’ assessment, 60% on the controlled assessment project- which requires students to develop a product for a design brief, the process involves a thorough development stage, where students will develop the product using many ingredients to hopefully result in the best possible product. This whole stage is shown in their portfolio. The remaining 40% of the GCSE assessment is in the form of a written examination, which all students will prepare by a series of robust revision focused lessons.

Drama

The Drama G.C.S.E. course spanning Years 10 and 11 is grounded in the principles of exploration through improvisation.

Skills taught enable the student to respond creatively to a variety of stimuli using the language of drama - words, movement and space. The students participate in practical sessions relating to improvisation, script work or technical skills and work in mixed ability groups. The practical elements of the course combine with a written element, often in the form of diaries, reviews or assessments to provide both a record of progress and evaluative commentary for the final portfolio. All coursework will be carried out under controlled conditions.

Visits to the theatre, workshops and visits of specialist theatre practitioners extend and deepen knowledge, ability and appreciation of drama, whilst enriching the experience for the students. Writing a theatre review is 10% of the course and students must attend. The cost of this varies but we try to keep the cost under £10 for Theatre Companies visiting school.

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Term One is an introduction to all aspects of the course.

Term Two continues to develop awareness of the elements and mediums of Drama through both improvisation and text based study.

Term Three works towards the first part of the GCSE exam. We start Unit 2, which is a text based exam, and we complete both the controlled assessment and the practical work by July. The practical work is 15% and the controlled assessment 5%. (1000 words). The students must submit a live theatre review with this unit. This will be completed in term 1 in year 11 and is worth 10% (2000 words).

English All students will be working towards two GCSEs: English Language and English Literature. The department will be using the new 2015+ AQA specifications for both GCSEs. Details of the specifications can be found at www.aqa.org.uk. Setting With the removal of Foundation and Higher Tier on the new examinations, we will organise students…

Course

We will be adopting a skills-based approach to our teaching of the new specification. Where possible, we will teach language and literature together as many of the skills are transferable. Students will study a challenging course designed to inspire and motivate students, providing appropriate stretch and challenge whilst ensuring, as far as possible, that the assessment and texts are accessible to the full range of students.

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The course will enable students of all abilities to develop the skills they need to read, understand and analyse a wide range of different texts covering the 19th, 20th and 21st century time periods as well as to write clearly, coherently and accurately using range of vocabulary and sentence structures.

Our Year 10 course will include:

AUTUMN TERM English Literature Paper 2: The Poetry Anthology

English Language Paper 2: Viewpoints & Perspective

• READING Non-Fiction & Literary Non-Fiction [19th, 20th & 21st Century]

• WRITING: Present a Viewpoint

English Literature Paper 1: 19th Century Novel A Christmas Carol or Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde [Text chosen will depend upon which class the student is in.]

Worth 20% of Literature

GCSE Worth 50% of Language GCSE Worth 20% of Literature

GCSE

SPRING TERM English Literature Paper 1 19th Century Novel CONTINUED A Christmas Carol or Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde

English Literature Paper 1: Shakespeare Macbeth

Preparation for WHOLE SCHOOL Y10 EXAMS, which will include: Complete Language

Paper 2 Complete Literature

Paper 1 Worth 20% of Literature

GCSE

SUMMER TERM

English Language Paper 1: Explorations in Creative Reading & Writing READING Literature

English Literature Paper 2: Unseen Poetry

English Literature Paper 2: Modern Texts An Inspector Calls or Animal Farm

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Prose Fiction [20th & 21st Century]

WRITING [Descriptive/Narrative Writing]

[Text chosen will depend upon which class the student is in.]

Worth 50% of Language GCSE Worth 20% of Literature GCSE

Worth 20% of Literature GCSE

During the year, students will also be assessed for their Speaking & Listening skills and complete a non-examination spoken language task. Students will be required to prepare for and perform a presentation in a formal setting, listening and responding appropriately to spoken language. This will be an internal teacher assessment and, whilst a compulsory element of the course, it will appear on students’ certificates as a separately reported grade to the grades they achieve for Language and Literature.

A s s e s s m e nt Now that Controlled Assessments have been removed from all GCSE English qualifications, students’ reading and writing skills will be assessed throughout the year through mini exam-style questions and tasks in class. There will be a combination of teacher, peer and self-assessment. Assessment strategies will be developed throughout the year to support students’ achievement in untiered, closed book exams through extract-based questions and regular work on ‘unseen’ texts. Teachers will assess students’ progress in the following key areas in Year 10:

1) English Language Paper 2: Section B Poetry Anthology Question 2) English Language Paper 2: Section B Writing [presenting a viewpoint]

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Question 3) English Literature Paper 1: Section B 19th Century Novel Question 4) English Literature whole Paper 2: Anthology and Unseen Poetry 5) Non-examination Spoken Language Task

In the spring term, students will, as part of whole school Year 10 examinations, complete a practice Language Paper 2 and a practice Literature Paper 1 [including the assessment of Shakespeare

Geography

E de xc e l S pe c i f i c at i o n A .

This is a linear course, with three examinations (each worth 25% of the total GCSE marks) and a controlled assessment (25%). Examinations are taken at the end of Year 11 as follows

• The Natural Environment • The Human Environment • Geographical Skills and Challenges

During the summer term of Year 10 students will go on a fieldtrip to Castleton in the Peak District National Park to collect data for the controlled assessment. The controlled assessment will be completed during the first part of the Autumn term of Year 11. In preparation for the Human Environment Examination, Year 10 students will study the following topics: ‘Tourism’, ‘Population’, ‘Settlement’ and ‘Economic Change’. In preparation of the Geographical Skills and Challenges Examination, Year 10 students will also study the ‘Challenges for the Planet’ unit. Students will be entered for either the Foundation Tier (grades C-G) or the Higher Tier (grades A*-D). The level of entry for each student will be based on their individual target grade, but with reference to grades achieved throughout Year 10 and Year 11.

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Groups in Geography tend to be mixed ability groups. This is influenced by the fact that it is an option subject. Allocation is based on their option choices which also influence the composition of the teaching groups. If there is more than one teaching set on an option line this may lead to the setting of students. There may be possible movement between sets if this is the case. If there is only one teaching set in an option line, the composition will be mixed ability and there will be no movement possible.

History We have now reverted to only offering one option at GCSE –

OCR/ SHP A.

History is taught in mixed ability sets and the topics covered are both varied and enjoyable. All lessons are also packed with opportunities to develop practical examination skills to ensure that you achieve the grades that you want. History welcomes enquiring minds!

How will I be assessed?

Paper One (45%)

Medicine Through Time The history of medicine from ancient times through to the present day. Germany 1919-1945 Students will study Germany from the aftermath of the First World War through to the collapse of democracy and the establishment of the Nazi dictatorship. They will also study life in Nazi Germany. Paper Two (30%) Developments in British Public Health 1800-1914.

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(Both exams are taken at the end of the course.) Controlled Assessment (25%) A local study based on the use of historical sources on Whitechapel at the time of Jack the Ripper (completed in school).

Information and Communications Technology (ICT)

Ov e rv i e w: G C S E I C T S i ng l e A w ar d A w ar di ng bo dy : E de xc e l

U ni t 1 – L i v i ng i n a D i gi t al W o rl d (4 0 % W r i t t e n) In this unit students explore how digital technology impacts on the lives of individuals, organisations and society. They learn about current and emerging digital technologies and the issues raised by their use in a range of contexts (learning and earning, leisure, shopping and money management, health and wellbeing and on the move). They develop an awareness of the risks that are inherent in using ICT and the features of safe, secure and responsible practice. The unit is assessed through a written paper of 1hour 30minutes, externally assessed at the end of the course.

U ni t 2 – U s i n g D i gi t al T ool s (6 0 % C o nt r ol l e d A s s e s s m e nt ) This is a practical unit. Students broaden and enhance their ICT skills and capability. They work with a range of digital tools and techniques to produce effective ICT solutions in a range of contexts. Students learn to reflect critically on their own and others’ use of ICT and to adopt safe, secure and responsible practice. The unit is internally assessed under

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controlled conditions. Learners must complete the task within 40 hours. Marking of the task is carried out by teachers and moderated by Edexcel against set assessment criteria.

T y pi c a l A c t i v i t i e s :

Learners will learn about and discuss different digital devices, e.g. mobile phones, personal computers (portable, desktop), cameras and camcorders, games consoles, home entertainment systems, media players, navigation aids. They will adapt and enhance spreadsheet models, and prepare and organise different types of digital content.

A s s e s s m e nt : A s s e s s m e n t i s 6 0 % c o u r s e w o r k a n d 4 0 % w r i t t e n e x a m i n a t i o n at t h e e n d o f t h e c o u r s e i n Y e a r 1 1

Hom e w or k: Unit 1 of the course is based on the digital technology impacts on the lives of individuals, organisations and society. Students will be expected to complete homework that is related to the main topics within the unit and revise for the written examination. Unit 2 of the course is assessed under controlled conditions, on occasions students will be expected to complete preparation and research work outside the classroom.

Students will be set work to complete at home on a regular basis as

part of their Unit 1 & 2 work.

This qualification meets the requirements of the National Curriculum programmes of study for Key Stage 4. Full details can be found at www.edexcel.com/quals/gcse/gcse10/ict/Pages/default.aspx

Ov e rv i e w: C i D A (C e rt i f i c at e i n D i g i t al A p pl i c at i o ns )

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A w ar di ng bo dy : E de xc e l

CiDA focuses on creative computing, and includes content on creative multimedia, website and computer game development. It will help you unleash your creative potential, as it promotes the creative use of digital applications, enabling learners to make the leap from passive consumers to active digital producers of digital content. It is inspiring and challenging, if you enjoy using digital products you will love this qualification. Its real- life, outcome-driven approach inspires and challenges learners to demonstrate what they know and are able to do in real-world contexts. The project-based nature of this qualification allows you to progress at your own speed and showcase what you are capable of.

U ni t 1 – D e v e l o pi ng W e b p r od uc t s When surfing the web, what captures your attention? Acting as a starting point for the rest of the qualification, this unit gives you the knowledge and

skills needed to produce attention-grabbing and interactive web products using web authoring software, multimedia assets and navigation features.

The assessment, set by Edexcel, is a practical computer-based examination to develop a prototype website. Software skills include a range of web

authoring software, e.g. Adobe, Dreamweaver, Serif Webplus and more.

U ni t 2 – C re at i v e M u l t i - m e di a From websites to video games, almost all digital products contain multimedia (text, images, sound, video and interactive components). This unit gives you the skills to use the tools and techniques provided by multimedia authoring software to design and create effective multimedia

products. You will be able to demonstrate ability to plan, design, build and test these interactive products through coursework on a major project set by Edexcel. This will include the development of an e-portfolio

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to showcase their achievements. You will be expected to: design multimedia products, collect, edit and create digital assets, develop multimedia products, present evidence in an e-portfolio and review the products.

A s s e s s m e nt : A s s e s s m e n t i s 2 5 % e x t er n a l a s s e s s m e n t o n l i n e e x a m i n a t i o n t a k e n i n Y e a r 1 0 , t h e r e m a i n i n g 7 5 % i n t e r n a l l y a s s e s s e d c o u r s e w o r k c o m p l e t e d b y t h e c o n c l u s i o n o f Y e a r 1 1 .

Hom e w or k : Unit 1 of the course is based on the use of web based software in order to produce a range of products. Students will be expected to complete homework that is related to the topics covered in the design and creation of websites and related products, in preparation for the end of unit externally assessed examination.

Unit 2 of the course will cover the creation of a range of multimedia products which will involve research and development of ideas through to the final product.

Students will be set work to complete at home on a regular basis as part of their Unit 1 & 2 work.

This qualification meets the requirements of the National Curriculum programmes of study for Key Stage 4. Full details can be found at http://www.edexcel.com/quals/cida/Pages/default.aspx

Ov e rv i e w: Computing

A w ar di ng bo dy : OCR This course gives students a real, in-depth understanding of how computer technology works. It offers an insight into what goes on ‘behind the scenes’ including computer programming. Through the qualification they will

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develop their understanding of current and emerging technologies and how they work, look at the use of algorithms in computer programs. Become independent and discerning users of IT, acquire and apply creative and technical skills, expand their knowledge and understanding of IT in a range of contexts. Develop computer programs to solve problems, evaluate the effectiveness of computer programs and the impact of computer technology in society.

Unit A451: Computer systems and programming This unit covers the body of knowledge about computer systems on which the examination will be based. Assessment: will be in the form of a written examination worth 40%

Unit A452: Practical investigation An investigative computing task, chosen from a list provided by OCR, Controlled assessment which assesses the following: research, technical understanding, analysis of problem, historical perspective, use of technical writing skills, recommendations/evaluation. Assessment: will be in the form of an investigative task which is a scenario set by OCR with a choice of research tasks an is worth 30%

Unit A453: Programming Project Students will need to understand standard programming techniques, be able to design a coded solution to a problem. You will develop an ability to use algorithms, input & output formats, identify variables & structures, test procedures, create coded solutions and explain the function of code you develop, test solutions, display functionality and show how it matches the design criteria.

Assessment: will be in the form of a controlled assessment programming task. Where you will design, develop and test a solution to a problem with the OCR set scenario and is worth 30%

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Mathematics

S y l l a b u s

Mathematics is taught with reference to the new specification GCSE curriculum which divides the subject into 6 main strands.

• Ratio and Proportion • Number • Algebra • Geometry and Measures • Statistics • Probability

Students in Year 10 have 7 hours of Mathematics lessons every fortnight.

H i g h e r T i e r

As the examination process for new specification Maths GCSE is new for this year, pupils will be assessed on their ability to sit Higher or Foundation GCSE throughout Year 10. The Higher GCSE paper has Grades 9 - 5 available.

Assessment: 3 papers (1 non-calculator and 2 calculator) each 1 hour 30 minutes in length.

Date of Examination: June 2017

F o u n d a t i o n T i e r The Foundation Tier paper has grades 5 – 1 available.

Assessment: 3 papers (1 non-calculator, 2 calculator) each 1 hour 30 minutes in length.

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Date of examination: June 2017

P e r i o d i c A s s e s s m e n t

Students will sit two trial examinations in class throughout Year 10 inform themselves of their strengths and weaknesses, and enable them to prepare as fully as possible for the final examinations in Year 11.

S u p p o r t f o r a l l S t u d e n t s

Mymaths.co.uk All students can access clearly graded lessons and assessed tasks on Mymaths.co.uk. Foundation Tier Students should focus their study around the D2C’s Booster Pack. Higher Tier Students should focus their study around the C2B’s and A2A* Booster Packs.

MathsWatch All students have access to the MathsWatch Interactive Video clips that cover every topic at GCSE. These can be found on the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).

VLE All students can access the school VLE, on which there is a wealth of resources to aid examination preparation, including past papers, mark schemes and worked solutions. The different tiers are separated into various ‘courses’, under which students can find the relevant materials.

After School Revision All students are welcome to attend room 306 after school or at lunchtime to receive extra support with their Mathematics. Students will be made aware of the day relevant to them, via their Mathematics teacher.

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E q u i p m e n t

Students are expected to bring the following equipment to all lessons: 2 PENS—BLACK OR BLUE, PENCIL AND SHARPENER, RUBBER, 30cm RULER, PROTRACTOR, COMPASS

Students will require a scientific calculator to enable them to undertake work at all levels of the National Curriculum. THE DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDS THE FX-83 AND FX-85 CALCULATORS MADE BY CASIO WHICH HAVE BEEN FOUND TO BE RELIABLE AND ROBUST. These calculators are available from most retailers.

Media

Mr N Spellman

This course is suitable for students who: • Have an interest in movies. • Ever wondered how advertisements work. • Are looking for a way to demonstrate their expert knowledge of

television and music. The course aims to offer an interesting, challenging and rigorous learning of a subject that has increasing importance to young people and the world they live in.

The course is divided into two units and incorporates examination and coursework assessment. The examination is completed in Year 11.

Unit 2: Understanding the Media

The aim of unit 2 is for students to understand how and why media texts are produced as they are. This is assessed internally and the tasks

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are taken from banks of set assignments. Unit 2 accounts for 60%.

There are two assignments completed in Year 10, as well teaching the basic principles and skills that underpin the whole course.

1. Introductory (500 words) – analysis and interpretation of media texts. An example could be to analyse two television or print advertisements and to evaluate their success. Students then design their own front page magazine using original photography.

2. Cross Media (1000 words) - Students study a Sony Bravia advertising campaign, analysing a printed and moving image advertisement. They then devise their own product and produce a printed advert using original photography. Next, they design a storyboard for a television commercial. Finally, an evaluation of their campaign is written.

Modern Foreign Languages

F RE N C H, G E RM A N, S P A NI S H , I T A L I A

N Y e ar 1 0 G C S E – E de xc e l C o ur s e

The GCSE course involves examinations in Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing. Students will complete two pieces of controlled conditions writing over the course of two years to submit to the exam board.

C o urs e C o nt e nt :

E D E X C E L S Y L L A BU S

20% Reading 20% Listening 30% Speaking 30% Writing

During Year 10 students are regularly assessed and their

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progress monitored and targets for improvement set.

GCSE students will study the following topic areas. There is an in-built grammatical progression to gradually increase the range of things they can say, write and understand.

Module 1 Family, Relationships and Hobbies

Module 2 School and Daily routine

Module 3 House and Town

Module 4 Holidays

Module 5 Media and Free Time

Module 6 Developing Examination Technique

Music - AQA GCSE Syllabus 10

The GCSE syllabus comprises four units:

1. Listening to and Appraising Music 20% 2. Composing and Appraising Music 20% 3. Performing Music 40% 4. Composing Music 20%

The five areas of study for all of the units are: • Rhythm and Metre

• Harmony and Tonality • Texture and Melody • Timbre and Dynamics • Structure and Form

These Areas of Study will be explored through Strands of Learning:

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• The Western Classical Tradition • Popular Music of the 20th and 21st Centuries • World Music

P e rf or m i ng

This is a continuous and on-going commitment on the part of each student. Regular practice and tuition are essential. It is expected that each student will be receiving practical tuition and guidance throughout the course – either from a visiting instrumental teacher or by private arrangements outside school. Performances, both solo and ensemble, are encouraged in class, formal assessments will take place towards the end of each term.

C om p os i ng

Pupils will study compositional techniques including melody writing, structure, chords and chord sequences. They will use these techniques to compose two pieces of music which explore two or more of the areas of study. These compositions may be in any style or genre of the students choosing. Students will appraise one of these compositions as part of their coursework. Listening and Appraising

Pupils will explore the five Areas of Study through the three Strands of Learning. Through this exploration pupils will develop an understanding of the organisation of sound.

Hom e w or k

Students will be required to complete a ‘listening diary’ on a weekly

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basis as well as exercises relating to the topics being covered. They will also be expected to spend time at home developing their instrumental skills.

T e ac hi n g G r o up s

Groups are of mixed ability.

Physical Education

Curriculum may include units of work in the following activities:

Tennis, Strike Game, Health Related Fitness, Outdoor & Adventurous Activities, Dance, Football, Cross-country, Lacrosse, Basketball, Cricket, Tennis, Table Tennis, Badminton, Hockey, Rugby, Rounders, Dodgeball, Volleyball.

All students in Year 10 receive 3 hours of physical education per week.

F ac i l i t i e s :

Sports hall, Gymnasium, School Hall x 2 (table tennis area), Fitness Suite,

All weather pitch (specialist hockey surface), grass soccer pitches x 4, grass Rugby Union pitch x 2, 300m grass athletics track, Long Jump Pit, Throwing Circle, netball courts x 3 (tarmac), tennis courts x 4.

No n P a rt i c i pat i on Students not participating must provide an Excuse Note signed and dated by parent/carer.

Students must still change into PE kit when not participating. Please state if the student needs to stay indoors due to ill health.

U ni f or m

• Pale blue polo shirt (with school logo)

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• Navy shorts (with school logo) • Navy socks • Navy fleece (with school logo) • Reversible navy/pale blue rugby shirt (with school logo)

• Trainers (not pumps, converse or Vans) • Tracksuit bottoms are optional but if worn should be navy blue.

Students should wear the correct Games Kit for all lessons.

Jewellery — should not be worn for lessons. All earrings should be removed and hair tied back at all times.

Safety — The PE Department recommends that students active on a grassed surface during the Winter/Spring Terms should wear studded footwear, Games Socks, Shin pads & Gum shield recommended for Hockey/Rugby Union. E xt r a - C ur ri c u l a r A c t i v i t i e s A variety of activities are offered at lunch time and after school, including:

Football, Rugby Union, Netball, Hockey, Basketball, Badminton, Cross Country, Fitness, Athletics, Tennis, Rounders, Cricket, Dance and Cheerleading.

Year 10 G.C.S.E. Physical Education Course

P ro gr am m e of S t udy 40% of the course comprises theoretical elements focusing upon anatomy, physiology, health, fitness and exercise. Students will be given written homework’s as part of the theory course - leading to a 1¾ hour final examination.

50% of the course comprises practical work in a broad range of sports.

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Final choice of sports for examination will be made in Year 11 after discussion with PE staff. The emphasis is upon individual performance of skills in isolation and in the game/competition. The final 10% of the course comprises of an Analysis of Performance, selected from one of the students 4 elected practical areas/sports. This will include devising and implementing a Personal Exercise Plan, identifying a perfect model for their chosen sport or skill and offering ideas and practices to improve performance.

Assessment is continuous throughout the practical sessions with a

final moderation day in Year 11.

T he o ry

Theory is taught in mixed ability groups. Movement between groups may occur based on a student’s performance in tests, homework, classwork, and peer interaction.

Non Participation

Students who are unable to participate in a Physical Education lesson must bring a signed/dated note from their Parent/Guardian and their PE kit. Due to the nature of the course it may not be possible for students to stay indoors and they should dress appropriately for the weather.

Uniform

Students must wear the correct Games Kit for lessons. Shin pads and a gum shield are recommended for Hockey and Rugby.

Jewellery

Should not be worn for lessons. All earrings should be removed and hair tied back.

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Extra-curricular Activities (lunch and after School) In order to support and enhance practical scores, students are advised to attend extra-curricular activities. These include:

Football, Rugby Union, Netball, Hockey, Athletics, Tennis, Rounders, Dance, Basketball, Fitness, Cricket and Badminton

Religious Studies The GCSE syllabus falls into 2 categories. In Year 10 pupils look at those topics within the category, “Religion and Life”. In Year 11, pupils learn about those topics within the category, “Religion and Society”. Examination Requirements: This course has NO coursework and is examined at the end of year 11 in two final exams of 2 hours per exam. 5% of the exam mark is awarded for Spelling and Grammar. Pupils are assessed on their ability to both recall facts about religions and also to debate, compare and contrast their opinions and the opinions of others. Course Structure: The following course is focused on a study of Christianity and Islam. This means that pupils look at the Christian and Muslim responses towards the following issues, as well as contrasting them with the Secular arguments and their own opinions. The course follows a thematic approach and is broken down as follows: Year 10 – Religion and Life

- Believing in Religion (Upbringing, Philosophical Arguments for and against)

- Matters of Life and Death (Abortion, Euthanasia, the Afterlife) - Marriage and the Family (Marriage, Divorce, Sexual Relationships,

Family Life) - Religion and Community Cohesion (issues surrounding a Multi-faith

Society)

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Year 11 – Religion and Society

- Rights and Responsibilities (Human Rights, Democracy, Genetic Engineering)

- Environmental and Medical (Global Warming, Stewardship, Infertility Treatments, Transplants)

- Peace and Conflict (War, Peace, Forgiveness, Bullying) - Crime and Punishments (Alcohol and Drug abuse, Attitudes towards

secular Laws, Capital Punishment) A rounded curriculum: As part of the course, pupils will have the opportunity to interview Christians and Muslims in order to ask any questions that may arise during the course. This final quote sums up the entire aims of the RS GCSE course: “Studying religion can help us reflect on the similarities and differences between our own worldview and others. Few students study religion without eventually maturing or even changing their own philosophy of life. Even those who finish a course on religion with exactly the same views as when they began will at least possess more informed views.”

Science

Year 10 Science courses

All students are required to undertake a course of study in Year 10 which covers the KS4 National Curriculum for Science. This material is embedded in the Science A course and the Separate Science courses. Both courses follow the AQA specification.

The Science A course leads to a single GCSE award. The course is completed by the end of year 10. Awards can be at Foundation level, grades G-C, or at higher level, grades C-A*. Students will have 10 lessons of Science a fortnight. Students then take Additional Science in Year 11. All examinations for Science A and Additional Science are taken at the end of Year 11.

The Separate Science course takes 2 years and leads to 3 GCSE awards at

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the end of year 11. It takes up 15 periods a fortnight split between the three subjects.

Awards can be at Foundation level, grades G-C, or at higher levels, grades C-A*.

Science A

Students who have selected to study the Science A course in Year 10 will be divided up into 2 populations, within which the students will be divided into 3 ability sets. The setting of students will be based largely on their examination results from year 9.

In Science A students will study topics in Biology, Physics and Chemistry. The topics are as follows: Biology B1.1 Keeping healthy B1.2 Nerves and Hormones B1.3 The use and abuse of drugs B1.4 Interdependence and adaptation B1.5 Energy and biomass in food chains B1.6 Waste materials B1.7 Genetic variation and its control B1.8 Evolution Chemistry: C1.1 The Fundamental ideas in Science C1.2 Limestone C1.3 Metals and their Extraction C1.4 Crude Oil and Fuels C1.5 Other useful products from oil C1.6 Plant oils C1.7 Changes in the Earth and Atmosphere

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Physics: P1.1 The transfer of energy by heating processes and the factors that affect the rate at which that energy is transferred. P1.2 Energy and efficiency P1.3 The usefulness of appliances P1.4 Methods we use to generate electricity P1.5 The use of waves for communication and to provide evidence that the universe is expanding

Students sit examinations in Biology, Chemistry and Physics; each examination contributes 25% to the final grade. The remaining 25% of the grade awarded is based on an Investigative Skills Assessment (ISA) in which students will undertake a full scientific investigation over roughly 6 hours of lesson time including two 45 or 50 minute examination papers, set by the examination board, testing their understanding of the process.

Within the programme of study, importance is attached to the knowledge, skills and understanding of how science works in the world at large as well as in the laboratory. The programme is set in the context of knowing and understanding a body of science.

Science teachers assigned to each group will review general progress in each subject at regular intervals. Students who are not progressing as expected will be required to complete additional work to help them get back on course.

Students should expect to receive a homework exercise three times per fortnight.

All students on this course will be able to purchase a copy of a revision guide to support the work carried out in the classroom.

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Separate Sciences in Year 10.

The course leads to the awarding of GCSE certificates in each of the three subjects, Biology, Chemistry and Physics at the end of Year 11. The course is administered by AQA.

Students will sit three examinations for each science in May or June of Year 11. Each examination contributes 25% to the final examination grade awarded.

Examinations can be taken at Foundation level (G-C) or Higher level (C-

A*). The remaining 25% of the grade awarded is based on an

Investigative Skills Assessment(ISA) in which students will undertake a full scientific investigation over roughly 6 hours of lesson time including two 45 or 50 minute examination papers, set by the examination board , testing their understanding of the process .

Students will only be allowed to study the separate sciences course if they have achieved at least a level 6 in their Year 9 examinations. Students will study three units in each of the Sciences. In Year 10 they will study Unit 1 (content listed above in Science A) and they will start Unit 2 which covers the following content:

Biology:

B2.1 Cells and simple cell transport

B2.2 Tissues, organs & organ systems

B2.3 photosynthesis

B2.4 Organisms and their environment

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B2.5 Proteins – their functions and uses

B2.6 Aerobic and anaerobic respiration

B2.7 Cell division and inheritance

B2.8 Speciation

Chemistry:

C2.1 Atomic Structure and Bonding

C2.2 Properties of covalent and ionic compounds

C2.4 How fast

C2.3 How Much

C2.5 Endothermic and Exothermic reactions

C2.6 Acids, Bases and Salts

C2.7 Electrolysis

Physics:

P2.1 Forces and their effects

P2.2 The kinetic energy of objects speeding up or slowing down

P2.3 Currents in electrical circuits

P2.4 Using mains electricity safely and the power of electrical appliances

P2.5 What happens when radioactive substances decay, and the uses and dangers of their emissions

P2.6 Nuclear fission and nuclear fusion

Students should expect to receive a homework exercise in each of the above sciences at least once per fortnight.

Science teachers assigned to each group will review general progress in each subject at regular intervals. Students who are not progressing

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as expected will be required to complete additional work to help them get back on course.

Textbooks The following textbooks will be available in class to all students:

“AQA GCSE Science” published by Nelson Thornes “Chemistry for G.C.S.E.” - Ramsden “Biology for Life” – Roberts “Physics for You” – Johnson

S u p p o r t f o r a l l S t u d e n t s in Science Doddlelearn.co.uk All students can access revision material on doddlelearn.co.uk. They will also be set quizzes via this site to assess their understanding. Alfiecloud.com Students will be set past paper exam questions via this website and will be provided with detailed feedback on their strengths and areas for development.

my-gcsescience.com All students can sign up for free access to this site that has lots of informative revision videos for Unit 1 topics. Units 2 and 3 require a paid for subscription.

VLE All students can access the school VLE, on which there is a wealth of resources to aid examination preparation, including past papers, mark schemes and worked solutions.

After School Revision All students are welcome to attend room Tuesday Tutoring in the Science department after school on Tuesdays. Students can also see their teacher to arrange one to one or smaller group sessions.

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A d d i t i o n a l O p p o r t u n i t i e s Homework Help Club is available every Tuesday dinnertime in Room 703 to support students with any aspects of homework or understanding a particular topic. Science leaders help at the homework club and are eager to pass on their knowledge and help younger students.

GCSE Dance This course is suitable for students who:

• Have previous dance experience outside of school • Can choreograph pieces independently • Are looking to demonstrate their dance ability • Are interested in looking in more depth at professional theatrical

dance works

The GCSE syllabus consists of four units: 1: Critical appreciation of dance – written examination, externally assessed (20%) 2: Set dance – practical examination, externally assessed on video (20%)

3: Performance in a duo/group dance – controlled assessment, assessed live (20%) 4: Choreography – controlled assessment, assessed live (40%)

Throughout the course two professional dance works will be studied which will be incorporated into Units 3 and 4 and will be questioned upon in Unit 1. Styles of dance featured in the course are Contemporary, Ballet, Lyrical, Jazz and Musical Theatre, although students can use tap, street and other styles in Unit 4 Choreography if they wish.

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Performing

This is a continuous and on-going commitment on the part of each student. They will be expected to perform as a soloist and also in small groups on a regular basis for the teacher for feedback purposes and also live in front of an examiner. There is also an opportunity to perform their pieces at The Plaza Theatre. Homework All students will be expected to work on their choreography at home and rehearse their pieces regularly. Year 10 In year 10 they will complete the Unit 2 Set Dance, the 4a Solo Choreography, analyse one of the two professional works and complete half of the group dance.

Uniform The dance uniform consists of:

• Black leotard or black dance top (no logos) • Warm black dance over-top for cold weather • Black leggings or black tights • Optional Black dance shorts • Black jazz shoes (lace-up or non lace-up, split sole or non split

sole)

Jewellery — should not be worn for lessons. All earrings should be removed and hair tied back at all times.

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Y10 Careers Education and Guidance

P OS T 1 6 OP T I O N C H O I C E S

Students start to investigate routes possible to them Post 16. They look at which routes are most appropriate taking into consideration their strengths, weaknesses and interests. The students also start to look at the type of career they would like to follow and how to research their ideas.

During the summer term, students visit the Careers Resource Centre in the LRC to familiarize themselves with the area. Local college representatives will come in to talk to our Year 10 students.

C A RE E R E V E NT S

Special events targeted at Year 10 students are arranged during the year. These may be ‘taster days’, visits to local colleges, visits by companies or attendance at college careers conventions. Students will be notified of these as they occur and they will be advertised on the school’s website.

C O N NE X I O NS RE S OU R C E C E NT RE

We have a wide range of resources such as college and university prospectuses, reference books, leaflets, videos and CD-ROMs. The school computer network also has a range of careers software including Kudos, KeyClips, Careerscape and Higher Ideas to help students to research their career ideas. The Resource Centre is open at lunchtime and is available for all students to use. (please amend as per Y10)

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C A RE E RS G U I D A N C E I NT E RV I E W S

By the end of Year 11, students will have had the opportunity to attend an individual careers interview. This process starts in the summer term of Year 10. Students can, however, request an interview at any time during the year.

Contact Information

Marple Hall School Hill Top Drive Marple Stockport Cheshire SK6 6LB

Tel: 0161 427 7966

Fax: 0161 426 0931

headteacher@marplehall.stockport.sch.uk