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Year 7 Curriculum Booklet
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4 Introduction from Headteacher Anthony Wilson
5 Introduction to the Lister Curriculum
6 Table of Setting Policy
7 Group Models
8 The Year 7 Curriculum
9 Overview Table
10-11 English
12 Reading Grid
13-14 Mathematics
15 Mathematics Curriculum 1, 2, 3, 4
16-18 Mathematics Assessment
19-20 Science
21-22 Computing
23 Creative Arts
24-25 Drama
26 Humanities – Geography
27 Humanities – History
28 Humanities – Religious Studies
29 Inclusion
30 Modern Foreign Languages
31-32 Music
33 PE & Dance
35 The Specialist Curriculum
36 Business Studies Specialist Curriculum
37 Computing Specialist Curriculum
38-39 Creative Arts Specialist Curriculum
40 Mandarin & Chinese Studies Specialist Curriculum
41 Media Specialist Curriculum
42 Music Specialist Curriculum
43 PE Specialist School
44-45 Theatre Specialist Curriculum
46 Home Learning Specialist Curriculum
47-48 Extra-curricular Enrichment
49-51 Tutoring & House System
Contents Page
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Our school motto is Always Aiming for Excellence. We believe passionately that students in Newham have
the right to as good an education as at any other school in the country. We challenge our students to work
hard, and to excel in every area that they can. We seek to equip our students to go on to the very best sixth
forms and universities which they are able to enter. The effectiveness of this approach can be seen in the
results at Lister which have improved each year for the last four years. Alongside our focus on academic
excellence we are also completely committed to being an inclusive school which values every member of the
school community, and which gives everyone the chance to succeed. Our approach is to ensure that every
child gets individual support, tailored to their needs. Most important of all in our improvement has been the
creation of a calm, safe, orderly environment where everyone – staff and students – are encouraged to treat
others with Kindness, Respect and Consideration.
This booklet provides a detailed guide to learning at Lister.
We thank you for your support.
Introduction from Headteacher Anthony Wilson
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Welcome to Lister. This is the guide for parents and carers to the Lister curriculum. We are a
school that prides itself on meeting the needs and challenging all students, whether highly
attaining or in need of nurture and support.
Throughout Lister, we put the highest value on supporting students to develop excellent skills in
English and Maths. We are also a Specialist School for Science and Music, which are additional
areas of strength: but we are proud of our ability to provide a broad and balanced curriculum with
excellent teaching across the subject range. Our highest attaining students will leave with twelve
GCSEs, many at the top Grade 9: for others, there will be a range of successes in different
subjects and qualifications.
All students are expected to participate in all subjects in Years 7, 8 and 9. There is the right to
disapply from RS and PSHE, but this needs to be arranged through a formal application to the
Head Teacher.
Our lessons are taught in periods of 50 minutes. On the next page you will see a table outlining
how subject learning develops over the five years:
Introduction to the Lister Curriculum
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Overview grid showing number of 50 minute lessons per week for each subject over the five years.
Eng-lish
Maths
Scie-nce
PE Creati-ve Arts
Drama
French or Spanish
Hum-anities
Computing
Music Specialist curriculum
Independent Study
Yr 7
5 4 4 2 2 1 2 3: taught as integrated Humanities
1 1 4 1 per fortnight
Yr 8
5 4 4 2 2 1 2 2 of History 2 of Geography 1 of RS
1 1 2
Yr 9
5 4 5 2 Drama or Sociology or Computing: 1 per fortnight
3 2 of History 2 of Geography 2 of RS
0 1 2
Key Stage Four
Eng-lish
Maths
Scie-nce
PE RS Option A Option B
Option C Opt-ion D
Independent Study
Yr 10
5 4 5 1 2 3 3 3 3 1 per fortnight Yr
11
5 5 5 2 0 3 3 3 3
PSHE is taught on Super Learning Days.
Table of Setting Policy
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At Lister we use a range of group models. For some subjects students are taught in mixed ability
groups. In others, they are taught in sets according to ability.
English Maths Science PE All other subjects
Specialist Curriculum
Year 7 Set according to mastery of skills
Set according to ability
Mixed ability
Gender setting
Mixed ability
One sample lesson for each subject, then a choice is made Year 8 Set
according to ability: frequently checked
Set according to ability: frequently checked
Mixed ability
Year 9 Set according to ability: frequently checked
Year 10 Set according to options chosen
Year 11
Group Models
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Year 7 is a year in which students pursue a broad and balanced curriculum, developing their core
skills of English and Maths while enjoying the detailed and challenging subject teaching across the
wider range of subjects.
● There are five lessons of English, in which students are taught to develop their reading,
writing and analysis skills. This includes one lesson a fortnight in the Library. Maths and
Science each have four lessons.
● Students are taught Integrated Humanities with units specialising in History, Geography and
Religious Studies.
● There are two PE lessons a week, ensuring that students are healthy.
● Students study French or Spanish for two lessons a week, and learn a range of disciplines
within Creative Arts.
● They also have a lesson of Drama, Computing and Music every week. Music is taught as
an instrumental model, and students will learn to perform as soloists and as part of an
ensemble, as well as developing the responsibility of looking after their instrument for the
three years.
A special feature of the curriculum is the
Specialist Curriculum. Every week for four
lessons Year 7s study a range of additional
subjects from the following: Theatre, Art
(including Pottery, Photography, Textiles and
Fine Arts), Mandarin, PE, Computing, Music,
Technology, Business Studies and Media.
Having tried each subject out once they make a
decision about where to specialise for the rest of
the year. This is a chance for students to take
responsibility and model the options process in
Year 9.
The Year 7 Curriculum
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Autumn Spring Summer
English A Monster Calls The Odyssey
Writing the World Women’s Poetry
The Tempest
Maths Number, Fractions Ratios, Algebra
Equations, Geometry Data, Probability, Mensuration, Vectors
Science Autumn 1 - Working Scientifically & Chemistry: States of Matter Autumn 2 - Biology: Cells & Organisation, Chemistry: Atoms, Elements & Compounds
Spring 1: Physics: Motion & Forces, Biology: Relationships in the Ecosystem Spring 2: Chemistry: The Periodic Table
Summer 1: Biology: Organ Systems & Health Summer 2: Physics: Energy
Languages Introducing yourself in French/ Spanish or Mandarin. Describing yourself and family members.
Free time and learning about Spanish/ French speaking countries
Learning the culture of different countries. Talking about places in town, ordering food and asking for directions.
Humanities Autumn 1 - God and Humanity Autumn 2 - Why did William win?
Spring 1 - Development (Kenya) Spring 2 - Religious Stories
Summer 1 - Introduction to British History from the 1300s to the present day Summer 2 - Crime
Creative Arts Complete colour wheel, graphic sheets, design and make pop up card.
Facial grid, focus on features in range of media, final pencil drawing, drawing in style of artist
Paper weaving, research on Kente cloth, weaving with yarn on loom to create products.
Music Solo Performance Ensemble Performance Improvisation
Drama Explorative Strategies Haunted House
Starbeast Waxworks
PE Boys’ rotation: Basketball, Fitness, Football, Dance, Swimming
PE Girls’ rotation: Netball, Football, Fitness, Dance, Swimming
Computing E-safety
Spreadsheets Kodu & Scratch programming
Specialist Curriculum
Theatre, Art (including Pottery, Photography, Textiles and Fine Arts), Mandarin, PE, Computing, Music, Technology, Business Studies and Media. Having tried each subject out once they make a decision about where to specialise for the rest of the year.
Overview Table
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Subject: English Language & Literature
Key staff: Mr P Chandler (Faculty Leader), Mr C Hindes (2nd in Faculty), Ms A Sharp (3rd in Faculty), Mr C Snyman (Lead Practitioner)
Key skills The English curriculum model for Y7 English at Lister, runs on a Mastery model. During the year, students will be expected to master a bank of skills which will ensure they are Y8 ready by the Summer. The reading skills are: (R7.1) Summarising (R7.2) Analysis (R7.3) Words & Phrases (R7.4) Inference The writing skills are: (W7.1) Evidence (W7.2) Sentences (W7.3) Y7 Academic Writing (W7.4) Upwriting (W7.5) Vocabulary (W7.6) Techniques
Term
Unit 1 A Monster Calls In this novel by Patrick Ness, a boy named Conor struggles to come to terms with the issues affecting his life at home. Guided by The Monster he explores his deepest feelings through four tales. Emotive and raw, this novel helps our students to understand the emotional impact of great fiction. The new skills students will develop during this unit are: (R7.1) Summarising (W7.1) Evidence (W7.2) Sentences (W7.4) Upwriting
Unit 2 The Odyssey Simon Armitage's modern dramatic adaptation of Homer's epic poem, brings to life the ancient Greek heroes who sailed the wine-dark sea. Originally written for BBC Radio 4, the play has a wide range of voices, from the Gods on Olympus to Circe the temptress, so all of our students get a go at performing. The new skills students will develop during this unit are: (R7.2) Analysis (R7.3) Words & Phrases (R7.4) Inference (W7.3) Academic Writing The skills which are interleaved in this unit are: (R7.1) Summarising (W7.1) Evidence
English
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Unit 3 Writing The World This grammar for writing unit looks at how people write about the world of nature in documentaries and environmental campaigns to understand how nature is described and presented in popular media. The new skills students will develop during this unit are: (W7.5) Vocabulary (W7.6) Techniques The skills which are interleaved in this unit are: (R7.3) Words & Phrases (W7.2) Sentences
Unit 4 Women's Poetry It is often very important when reading literature to consider ideas from a range of perspectives. This unit, based on our own poetry anthology, looks at how the voices of women have been presented through poetry and the ways women poets have used poetry to share their perspectives on some of the biggest questions about our world. The skills which are interleaved in this unit are: (R7.2) Analysis (R7.3) Words & Phrases (W7.2) Sentences (W7.5) Vocabulary (W7.6) Techniques
Unit 5 The Tempest No year of studying English would be complete without a Shakespeare play. One of his later plays, The Tempest is a magical Early Modern adventure which dissects a range of complicated ideas around the theme of power. This unit makes use of a wide range of drama activities and media texts to help bring the Bard's creation to life for our students. The skills which are interleaved in this unit are: (R7.1) Summarising (R7.2) Analysis (R7.3) Words & Phrases (W7.3) Academic Writing
Useful materials and websites
We are currently working on a Parent’s guide to the skills being taught which will include activities and suggestions for what you can do at home, in addition to homework and reading, to help develop your child’s English skills.
Extra-Curricular
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Subject: Reading
Key staff: Ms S Connell (Librarian), Ms K McGuire, (Library Assistant), English teachers, Tutors
All Lister Community School students are expected to have a book with them at all times and to read for at least twenty minutes every day. All Key Stage Three students take part in Accelerated Reader. Students’ reading ages are checked regularly, and targets relating to the difficulty of books and amount of reading are set for each student. When students have finished a book they complete an online quiz which tests their comprehension.
Useful materials and websites
Lister Community School Library: the library contains a wide selection of books on the Accelerated Reader scheme, including fiction and non-fiction. Accelerated Reader Home Connect
Parental involvement
Parents can help by encouraging students to read at home. Setting aside a regular time, e.g. just before bed-time, can often be helpful. Talking about the choice and content of a book is also very helpful. Parents can log onto Home Connect to see how students are doing on Accelerated Reader.
Reading Grid
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Subject: Mathematics
Key Staff: Ms A Tulsie (Faculty Leader), Mr K Miah (2nd in Faculty), Mr Chowdhury (3rd in Faculty), Ms Brown (Lead Practitioner)
Key skills Mathematics is an interconnected subject in which pupils need to be able to move fluently between representations of mathematical ideas. The programme of study for key stage 3 is organised into distinct domains, but pupils should build on key stage 2 and connections across mathematical ideas to develop fluency, mathematical reasoning and competence in solving increasingly sophisticated problems. They should also apply their mathematical knowledge in science, geography, computing and other subjects.
Decisions about progression should be based on the security of pupils’ understanding and their readiness to progress to the next stage. Pupils who grasp concepts rapidly should be challenged through being offered rich and sophisticated problems before any acceleration through new content in preparation for key stage 4. Those who are not sufficiently fluent should consolidate their understanding, including through additional practice, before moving on.
Working mathematically
Through the mathematics content, pupils should be taught to:
Develop fluency
● consolidate their numerical and mathematical capability from key stage 2 and extend their understanding of the number system and place value to include decimals, fractions, powers and roots
● select and use appropriate calculation strategies to solve increasingly complex problems
● use algebra to generalise the structure of arithmetic, including to formulate mathematical relationships
● substitute values in expressions, rearrange and simplify expressions, and solve equations
● move freely between different numerical, algebraic, graphical and diagrammatic representations [for example, equivalent fractions, fractions and decimals, and equations and graphs]
● develop algebraic and graphical fluency, including understanding linear and simple quadratic functions
● use language and properties precisely to analyse numbers, algebraic expressions, 2-D and 3-D shapes, probability and statistics
Reason mathematically
● extend their understanding of the number system; make connections between number relationships, and their algebraic and graphical representations
● extend and formalise their knowledge of ratio and proportion in working with measures and geometry, and in formulating proportional relations algebraically
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● identify variables and express relations between variables algebraically and graphically
● make and test conjectures about patterns and relationships; look for proofs or counter-examples
● begin to reason deductively in geometry, number and algebra, including using geometrical constructions
● interpret when the structure of a numerical problem requires additive, multiplicative or proportional reasoning
● explore what can and cannot be inferred in statistical and probabilistic settings, and begin to express their arguments formally
Solve problems
● develop their mathematical knowledge, in part through solving problems and evaluating the outcomes, including multi-step problems
● develop their use of formal mathematical knowledge to interpret and solve problems, including in financial mathematics
● begin to model situations mathematically and express the results using a range of formal mathematical representations
● select appropriate concepts, methods and techniques to apply to unfamiliar and non-routine problems
Term
Setting In the Mathematics faculty students are set. The students are not fixed into a group, their group is subject to change up to three times a year based on tests completed over the academic period. This will usually be at the beginning of each term.
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Autumn Term
Curriculum 1
Curriculum 2
Curriculum 3
Curriculum 4
● Number Structure and Calculation ● Number Fractions Decimals and Percentages ● Ratio, Proportion Rates of Change ● Algebra: Notation & Vocabulary ● Algebra: Graphs ● Algebra: Sequences
● Number Structure and Calculation ● Number Fractions Decimals and Percentages ● Ratio, Proportion Rates of Change ● Algebra: Graphs ● Algebra: Sequences
● Number Structure and Calculation ● Number Fractions Decimals and Percentages ● Algebra: Sequences
● Number Structure and Calculation ● Number Fractions, Decimals and Percentages ● Algebra Sequences
Spring Term
● Algebra Solving Equations and Inequalities ● Geometry Properties and Shape (Measures and Accuracy) ● Geometry Properties and Shape (Congruency & Shape) ● Geometry Properties and Construction (Angles) ● Data Statistics
● Algebra Solving Equations and Inequalities ● Geometry Properties and Shape (Congruency & Shape) ● Geometry Properties and Construction (Angles) ● Data Statistics ●
● Geometry Properties and Shape (Congruency & Shape) ● Geometry Properties and Construction (Angles) ● Data Statistics ●
Geometry Properties and Shape (Congruency & Shape)
Sum-mer
Term
● Data Statistics ● Probability ● Mensuration & Calculation ● Properties & Construction (Vectors)
● Data Statistics ● Mensuration & Calculation ● Properties & Construction (Vectors) ●
● Data Statistics ● Mensuration & Calculation
● Data Statistics ● Mensuration & Calculation ●
Mathematics Curriculum 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Assessment Students are tested once every half term. Autumn 1 test is a topic test on Number Structure and Calculation. Students are set into groups for the first time at this point based on their key stage 2 entry results. Autumn 2 test is a test for the entire term Student groups are reset at this point based on their progress for the beginning of Spring Term. Spring 1 test is a topic test on “Algebra Solving Equations and Inequalities” and “Geometry: Angles” for higher students. For foundation students, it is on “Geometry: Angles”. Spring 2 test is a test covering all the topics for both terms. Students are set into groups for the final time to be implemented by the beginning of the summer term. Summer 1 test is a topic test on “Statistics” for foundation students and “Statistics and Probability” for higher student.
Summer 2 test is an end of year exam based on all the topics covered for the entire year.
What can be done at home to help?
There are websites/books as explained below that can help parents/carers; further their child’s education; Lister already pays a subscription to websites and the books are available from here as well;
1. MyMaths www.MyMaths.co.uk MyMaths provides a fully interactive online learning resource suitable for all ages and abilities right up to A-level. It can be accessed from school, home, phones and even when on holiday. Students receive homework on a weekly basis in Mathematics. The homework should take an hour. In the mathematics faculty we use a website called “MyMaths”, this can be used as a revision resource as well as a practice base and not just for homework. Each piece of work set is accompanied by a lesson which students can do independently first or they can be helped by an adult before attempting the homework. MyMaths is full of interactive lessons, games and worksheets it allows students, parents and carers to track and monitor their own progress effectively. MyMaths is very versatile as it records and gives students all results in real time; therefore allowing students to redo or practice more without the need for waiting for results. MyMaths is unique as it generates different questions every time you attempt any piece of work. Each student has been supplied with their own unique username and
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password. Below is the school login and password; this will take them to their own portal login screen;
School Login: lister Password: Pentagon
2. Mathswatch www.mathswatchvle.com Mathswatch is a resource available to students; it allows ● Them to revise every topic as a teacher would at the board ● Students can watch three very experienced teachers; teach… with
the convenience of pausing, forwarding and rewinding therefore allowing students to learn at a pace convenient to their needs.
● Every clip builds a topic up to exam standard questions for students to do – because we all know that to be good at Mathematics, a student has to do it and not just watch it.
● Mathswatch can be accessed form school, home or even your phone.
● Students have their own unique usernames for this website as well Centre ID: lister (no capitals) Password: lister2015 (no capitals) (Please be aware the centre ID and password is case sensitive.)
3. Year 7 Maths Revision Guides & Workbooks Revision Guides This fantastic Study Guide explains everything students need to know for Key Stage Three Maths — it’s all fully up-to-date for the new curriculum from September 2014 onwards
There are two tiers available one for higher and foundation students. Every topic is explained with clear, friendly notes and worked examples, and there’s a range of practice questions to test the crucial skills. We’ve also included a digital Online Edition of the whole book to read on a PC, Mac or tablet — just use the unique code printed at the front of the book to access it. Workbook This workbook is packed with essential KS3 Maths practice questions – all fully up to date with the new curriculum. Both can be purchased from the school through your child’s Mathematics teacher. A letter can be found on the Lister school website. 4. E-maths www.emaths.co.uk E-maths is a good resource for exams. It is particularly useful for end of year exams as opposed to Autumn and Spring Exams.
Extra-Curricular UKMT The UKMT organises national mathematics competitions and other mathematical enrichment activities for 11-18 year old UK school pupils.
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They were established in 1996 and last academic year over 600,000 pupils from 4,000 schools took part in the three individual challenges, the UK's biggest national maths competitions. Each challenge leads into a follow-on Olympiad round and we run mentoring schemes and summer schools for high performing students as well as training the team of six to represent the UK in the International Mathematical Olympiad. In year 7 we have 30 of our brightest mathematicians compete in the Junior UKMT competition, which will take place in April 2015.
Key Projects Alongside the curriculum the mathematics department seeks to strengthen our mathematician’s numeracy, reasoning and problem solving skills by running projects every half term. The table below shows how we aim to complement the student’s curriculum every half term.
Autumn Spring Summer
Investigation
● Symmetry ● Corner to
corner ● Fire Hydrant
● Golden Mazes ● Maths
Challenge
AQA Problems
3 per term
2 per term
3 per term
2 per term
2 per term
3 per term
Numeracy
Maths Box (Weekly) A short quiz that utilises student’s mental math skills.
Useful websites and Resources
Websites to help students on difficult topics: ● www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks3bitesize/maths/ ● www.mrbartonmaths.com/pupils.htm ● www.teach-maths.co.uk/page359a.html ● www.kangaroomaths.com/kenny3.php?page=KassessKS3 ● www.suffolkmaths.co.uk/pages/1RevisionKS3.htm ● www.waldomaths.com/
Please see the; “What can be done to help at home.” Section as well.
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SCIENCE
Subject: Science - Biology Chemistry and Physics
Key staff: Mr O Hawkins (Head of Faculty)
Key skills -Scientific attitudes -Experimental skills and investigations -Analysis and evaluation -Measurement
Term
Autumn Term Working scientifically - Working in a science laboratory - Scientific enquiry C1- States of matter - Properties of states of matter - The particle model - Energy changes on changes of state B1- Cells and organisation - Structure and function of cells and cell organelles - Organisation of cells C2- Atoms, elements, compounds and mixtures - The atom - Difference between atoms, elements and compounds - Pure and impure substances
Spring Term P2- Motion and forces - Describing motion - Forces - Pressure in fluids B2- Relationships in an ecosystem - Interdependence - Conservation C3- The Periodic Table and Materials (5) - Principles of the Mendeleev Periodic Table Physical and chemical properties of elements
Summer Term B3- Organ systems and health
Science
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- The skeletal and muscular systems - Nutrition and digestion - Gas exchange systems - Health This will be split into 2 parts for assessment purposes P1- Energy - Types of energy - Conservation of energy - Heating and thermal equilibrium - Energy resources
Useful materials and websites
BBC Bitesize KS3 CGP Revision Guide
Extra-Curricular STEM Club
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Subject: Computing/ICT
Key staff: Mr A Islam (Head of Computing)
Key skills Computing builds on computational skills, being able to identify issues relating to modern day living and apply solutions to help resolve such issues. Students will learn how to be safe whilst using technology and will learn the skills to become independent learners.
Term 1 Key topics
Unit 1 E-Safety This unit covers all the issues relating to E-Safety. Its aim is to make students aware of the potential issues and threats relating to the internet and modern technology. The unit will discuss in details the threats posed today, where the law stands with such issues and what they can do to help protect themselves. Some of the topics covered are:
● File management ▪ User names and passwords ▪ Saving work ▪ profiles
● Social networks ▪ What is safe to show ▪ How to report something ▪ Setting privacy ▪ What the law states
● Keeping data safe ▪ How to save information ▪ Cloud storage
● Searching the web ▪ Effective wed searches ▪ Monitoring of the internet
● Email scams ▪ Logic bombs ▪ Phishing
● Hacking ▪ What the law states ▪ How it is done ▪ How to protect machines
● Health and safety
Spring Term Unit 2 – Spreadsheets Students will learn the importance of modelling and predicting outcomes. The unit covers areas such as financing and project managing.
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Students will learn all the basic features of a spreadsheets. The will learn how to insert data so that an automatic result produced using formulas. Students will also learn how to create: IF statements VLookups/HLookups Conditional formatting Graphs/Charts Simple formulas Complex formulas Min/Max/Average formulas
Summer Term Kodu and Scratch programming The summer terms brings programming into the classroom where students will learn graphical programming. This will assist with computational thinking, problem solving skills and build a resilience to making errors and being able to move on from it. The unit is delivered in the form of making a game to engage students and to make programming fun. This version of programming will directly lead students to text based programming in Year 8.
Key projects
Useful materials and websites
http://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/ http://www.kodugamelab.com/ http://www.learnpython.org/
Extra-Curricular
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Subject: Creative Arts
Key staff: Ms R Jones (Head of Faculty), Ms M Mortimer (2nd in Faculty)
Key skills Rendering techniques, colour theory, paper engineering, mechanism, design and make process, portraiture, drawing with tone and line, paper and yarn weaving
Term
Autumn Term Complete colour wheel, graphic sheets, design and make pop up card.
Spring Term Facial grid, focus on features in range of media, final pencil drawing, drawing in style of artist
Summer Term
Paper weaving, research on Kente cloth, weaving with yarn on loom to create products.
Key projects See above
Useful materials and websites
Powerpoints, graphics sheets, exemplar folders
Extra-Curricular
N/A
Creative Arts
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Subject: Drama Key staff: Ms A Haynes (Curriculum Leader Music & Drama), Vanessa Naraine (Acting Head of Drama)
Key skills Drama lessons in Year 7 aim to develop the students’ Social, Moral, Spiritual and Cultural beings as well as equip them with the skills to be able to explore specific themes/topics/issues relative to everyday life. We nurture creativity, develop self-esteem and inspire leadership through group work and individual reflection. ‘Through’ Drama in Year 7 we encourage students to explore and tackle issues such as bullying and discrimination. We teach students how to communicate meaning to an audience through practical performance. We teach the transferrable skills of understanding, applying, creating and problem solving amongst others.
Term Key topics
Autumn Term Unit 1 - Introduction to Explorative Strategies (7-8 weeks) - Each lesson students are taught a practical Drama skill/technique which enables them to explore themes/topics/issues and communicate meaning to an audience.
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Transferrable skills taught - Understanding/Applying/Creating Practical Drama Skills learnt -Still Image, Thought-Tracking, Narrating, Role-Play, Cross Cutting, ‘Marking the Moment’ Unit 2 - Introduction to Drama Medium - Darkwood Manor (7-8 weeks) - A dramatic exploration of a haunted house presenting opportunities for students to role-play, create an atmosphere using sounds, build tension amongst an audience and critically assess the work of others. Transferrable skills taught - Critical self and peer assessment, group work (including roles & responsibilities), creating atmosphere. Practical Drama Skills Learnt - Thought-Tracking, Freeze Frame, Teacher in Role, Spontaneous Improvisation, Climax, Anti-Climax & Tension, Abstract, Repetition.
Spring Term Drama Exploration - The Starbeast (10 weeks) - Students are taught how to explore and tackle the issues of ‘bullying’ and ‘discrimination’ through the role-play of an ‘alien’ that has crash landed on earth. They will present character reactions, empathise with the ‘Starbeast’ and problem solve through changing scenarios. Transferrable skills taught - Character empathy, tackling discrimination, Justification of choice, evaluating effectiveness. Practical Drama Skills Learnt - Soundscape, Unison, Chorus, Canon, Space Manipulation, Slow-Motion Mime, Cross-Cutting, Performing in the round.
Summer Term Drama Exploration - The Waxworks (8 - 9 weeks) - An exploration of human rights through improvisation. Students explore choices and consequences of actions and conclude whether the treatment of a protagonist character is right or wrong. Transferrable Skills Taught - Dealing with dilemmas and problem solving, assessing both sides of a story, Understanding Abstract, reflective writing. Practical Drama Skills Learnt - Voice & Movement, Montage, Cliffhanger, Narration
Key projects Performance project as part of PUSH festival at the infamous BRIT School.
Useful materials and websites
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/drama/
Extra-Curricular
Friday Lunch Time - The News through Drama Club 12:30 -1pm Thursday After School - KS3 Practical Drama Club 3:10 - 4.10pm.
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Subject: Geography
Key staff: Mr G Caswell (Head of Department), Mr R Sparham (Head of Faculty), Ms J Carter-Dickins (2nd in Faculty), Mr A Yasmin (3rd in Faculty)
Key skills Locational Knowledge, Place Knowledge, Human and Physical Processes, Interpretation, Presenting Data, Map Skills
Term Key topics: Development Studies, The Geography of Crime
Spring Term 1
UNIT 1: Development Studies Students will explore the physical and human features of Kenya. They will learn about their population and the Masai people in particular. They will also learn how development can be measured and suggest solutions to improve the quality of life for people in Kenya. They will also investigate how FairTrade might do this. CASE STUDY: Kenya - The case study will focus on Kenya as an LEDC - Students will also look at how FairTrade has been successful in Ghana
Summer Term 2
UNIT 2: Crime Students will focus on identifying types of crime, understanding how the environment of a place may encourage crime. They will explore how crime can be reduced in an area. CASE STUDY: Newham, Redbridge, London -These case studies will help students explore the topic in the context of these places.
Key projects Crime: Students will complete fieldwork around the local area analysing how crime can be reduced
Useful materials and websites
VIDEOS -Development: Fairtrade Matters (short film) - Crime: http://ybtj.justice.gov.uk/
Humanities - Geography Pupil artwork
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Subject: History
Key staff: Mr R Sparham (Head of Faculty), Ms J Carter-Dickins (2nd in Faculty), Mr A Yasmin (3rd in Faculty)
Key skills Chronology, Independent thinking, Critical Analysis, Causation, Literacy, Maths, Debate, Argument formulation
Term Key topics: History of Britain Roman Invasion to War on Terror Normans, 7/7 and its impact on British Society
Autumn Term Unit 1 - Introduction History of Britain Dark Age- Normans Students will spend half the unit developing a breadth overview of British History spanning the time period from the Dark Age to the Norman invasion. Each Lesson will focus on a new time period. The second half of the unit will be a depth study looking at the Norman Conquest; exploring the concept of Causation. Students should develop an understanding of medieval warfare and the transfer of power in Britain.
Summer Term
Students will do another breadth study this time spanning from the Norman Conquest to the War on Terror. The unit will aim to address issues of identity and race that have evolved over time and the impact of significant events on British Identity. The second half of the scheme will be a continuation of the breadth study, culminating into an exploration of the event of the 7/7 bombings and their impact on British home and foreign policy.
Key projects
Useful materials and websites
Usborne History of Britain http://www.amazon.co.uk/Usborne-History-Britain-Internet-linked-Reference/dp/0746084447 http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/british/normans/ http://www.theguardian.com/uk/2010/jul/05/british-muslims-after-july7-attacks
Extra-Curricular
Debate Club- Thursday afterschool .
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CREATIVE ARTS
In Year 7 Humanities is taught as units of RS, History and Geography. These have been summarised on three separate tables below.
Subject: RS Key staff: Mr R Sparham (Head of Faculty), Ms J Carter-Dickins (2nd in Faculty), Mr A Yasmin (3rd in Faculty)
Key skills Chronology, Independent thinking, Critical Analysis, Causation, Literacy, Maths, Debate, Argument formulation
Term Key topics: Introduction to RS and Religious Stories
Autumn Term Unit 1 - Introduction to RS Students study the core values of Islam, Christianity, Hinduism, Judaism, Sikhism and Buddhism. They explore the similarities and differences between these faiths and look at reasons why people hold religious beliefs. Finally, students begin to asses the nature of religious truths and the strength and impact of faith.
Spring Term Unit 2 - RS Students discuss two integral stories from each of the six main religions. They use these stories as stimulus to explore notions of: bravery, good over evil, piety, suffering, love, violence, humility, the nature of God and equality. Students then develop and message they would like other people in the world to take on. They then write their own version of a religious story including their hidden message. Finally, students are asked to identify common themes in religious stories and explain in detail why different religions might use the same method to teach people about faith.
Key projects Story writing
Useful materials and websites
http://www.bl.uk/learning/cult/sacred/stories/ http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/
● Philosophy for Teens: Questioning Life's Big Ideas - Sharon Kaye ● The Quakers: A Very Short Introduction - Pink Dandelion ● Islam: A Very Short Introduction - Malise Ruthven ● Christianity: A Very Short Introduction - Linda Woodhead
Extra-Curricular
Debate Club- Thursday after school .
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Some students with significant additional learning needs will have an individualised timetable and be taught
for the majority of lessons in small groups. Below is an indication of some of the learning interventions and
curriculum that are on offer:
Subject: English, Maths, Science, Humanities
Key staff: Ms M Leigh (Head of Learning Support), Ms J Kirk (Head of Deaf Support Department), Ms S Edwards (Head of SSC)
English
Autumn Spring Summer
Fiction: Character Profiles
Poetry: Rhyme and use of humour
Fiction: Instructions
Media: Advertising, themes and persuasion.
Drama: Reading a play
Functional Literacy: Signs and symbols
Maths
Autumn Spring Summer
Number: counting, types, add, subtract and sequences
Shape: 2&3D, sorting, position and classify
Data Handling: Collect and display
Measures: comparing size, time
Number: Multiplying, dividing, money and fractions
Shape: area and perimeter
Science
Autumn Spring Summer
Human Anatomy
Materials and their properties
Plant and animal habitats
Types of energy
The Earth Light Energy
Humanities
Autumn Spring Summer
Geography: making connections, planning a journey
Geography: Exploring England
History: The passage of time World war 2
Religious Education: Signs and symbols
Religious Education: Different people and living together
Useful materials and websites www.Mymaths.co.uk , www.teachingideas.co.uk , www.primaryinteractive.co.uk , www.topmarks.co.uk , http://resources.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk
Extra-Curricular Lunchtime Homework Club - Supported
Inclusion
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Subject: MFL Ms P Bongout (Head of Faculty)
Key skills Reading, listening, writing and speaking skills
Term
Autumn Term Introducing yourself in French/ Spanish or Mandarin. Describing yourself and family members.
Spring Term Free time and learning about Spanish/ French speaking countries.
Summer Term Learning the culture of different countries. Talking about places in town, ordering food and asking for directions.
Key projects Taking part in a role play Writing short dialogue, presentation in TL Creating games in TL and creating revision booklets.
Useful materials and websites
Powerpoints, videos, smartboard. Kerboodle, BBC Bitesize, Linguascope.
Extra-Curricular N/A
Modern Foreign Languages
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Subject: Music
Ms A Haynes (Head of Faculty)
Key skills
Students learn the subject through the learning and playing of an instrument during the lessons. Students will learn collaboratively in groups but the assessments will vary from solo performance to group performances and compositions. Throughout the year the following key skills will be taught:
· Correct instrumental technique · Reading staff notation independently – pitch & rhythm · Learning pieces and working towards solo performance · Independent self-managing and study through their own practice · Learning how to rehearse as a group · Collaborative learning · Playing by ear · Improvisation · Assessing their own and others playing · Listening to and discussing music using relevant vocabulary · Singing in harmony
Term Students in year 7 have one 50 minute music lesson during the week. Some students also opt for the specialist curriculum in year 7 which allows students an extra four lessons of music per week. In these lessons students are exposed to a larger variety of music and activities and are committed to achieving excellence. Students in Year 7 are also automatically part of their House choir, which rehearse on alternate Wednesdays. Attendance at House Choir is mandatory and part of the core Music curriculum for Year 7.
Setting The students are taught in a Music classroom but during a lesson the students will break into smaller instrumental groups and work with a specialist instrumental teacher. All lessons and materials are planned to provide stretch and challenge to all students whilst keeping lessons as inclusive as possible.
Autumn Term
Solo Performance - Performing a solo piece on the student's instrument There are three assessment points: 1-progress review at half term 2- solo performance exam at the end of term 3-aural analysis assessment at the end of term The students are being assessed on their own individual performance. Marks allocated for the practical are based on the level of demand, accuracy, interpretation and technique of the music.
Spring Term
Ensemble Performance - Performing a piece of music with a small group of musicians from the class.
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There are three assessment points: 1-progress review at half term 2- ensemble performance exam at the end of term 3-aural analysis assessment at the end of term The students are being assessed on how they play their individual part within the ensemble and how they interact as a member of the group. Marks allocated for the practical are based on the level of demand, accuracy, interpretation and technique of the music.
Summer Term
Improvisation - Students will perform a piece of music within a small group with a large focus on improvisation. This is the skill of creating music in real time. There are three assessment points: 1-progress review at half term 2- final performance with an improvisatory focus exam at the end of term 3-aural analysis assessment at the end of term The students are being assessed on their delivery of the written music and their own individual improvisation. Marks allocated for the practical are based on the level of demand, accuracy, interpretation and technique of the music.
What can be done at home to help?
Parents can help by ensuring that students turn up to every music lesson with the correct equipment. All students are supplied with an instrument and a music booklet which is required every lesson. Parents can also encourage students to practice at home and to join one of the many music groups that run within the school. (see the extra-curricular section) The department runs lots of trips for students to experience new music, watch world class concerts and take part in events. We would encourage all students to take up these fantastic opportunities and we would appreciate the support and encouragement from the parents too.
Extra- Curricular
All students can sign up for individual instrumental lessons given by one of our many visiting tutors. Lister provide the following tuition: Piano, Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Trumpet, Trombone, Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Drums, Guitar and Singing. Lister also run a wide selection of music groups which are open to all students to join. They encompass a range of musical styles and genres and are run before school, at lunchtime and after school so that anyone can take part. Bands include Rock band, Jazz band, Orchestra, Concert band, String quartets and Choir.
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Subject: PE and Dance
Key Staff: Mr M Muscat (Head of Faculty), Ms Coke (2nd in Faculty), Miss Lungu (3rd in Faculty)
Key skills Students learn key skills in individual and team sports. In year 7 students at Lister are encouraged to develop core practical skills for each subject area such as balance, coordination and agility. In line with the National Curriculum students acquire and develop new skills, select and apply these skills into different game situations and sports, understand how to evaluate and improve performances and have a knowledge and understanding of health and fitness. Coordination, social interaction and equipment handling skills are also developed.
Term Key topics
Autumn Term and Spring Term
Boys: Basketball, Football, Swimming, Dance, Fitness Girls: Netball, Football, Swimming, Dance, Fitness
Summer Term Cricket, Rounders and Athletics
Key projects See details on the Specialist Curriculum
▪ Every Child a Sports Person ▪ Get Set (Olympics legacy) ▪ Oriel Project (looking at the effects of the Olympics on children) ▪ Royal Ballet School ▪ Royal Opera House ▪ Rock Challenge ▪ Cheer and Dance ▪ East London youth Dance company ▪ Dare to dance ▪ Let’s shine Mentorship ▪ The Mayor’s Newham Carnival ▪ The Mayor’s Holocaust Memorial event ▪ Trinity Laban’s Blaze dance days ▪ ReSTec ▪ City Pitch ▪ Arts Award ▪ Duke of Edinburgh :
Extra-curricular activities
▪ Dance (contemporary, Street, Salsa, Tap and inclusion Cheer leading) ▪ Trampoline, ▪ Football ▪ Cricket
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▪ Badminton ▪ Wheelchair Basketball, ▪ Netball, ▪ Rounders, ▪ BMX and more
Useful materials and websites
http://www.brianmac.co.uk/index.htm http://www.bbc.co.uk/education http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/physical-education-2009.html http://qualifications.pearson.com/content/demo/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/physical-education-2016.html http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/dance/gcse/dance-4230 http://www.danceuk.org/ http://www.danceuk.org/resources/ http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/sport/ http://uk.reuters.com/news/sports
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A special feature of the curriculum is the Specialist
Curriculum. Every week for four lessons Year 7s
study a range of additional subjects from the
following: Theatre, Art (including Pottery,
Photography, Textiles and Fine Arts), Mandarin,
PE, Computing, Music, Technology, Business
Studies and Media. Having tried each subject out
once they make a decision about where to
specialise for the rest of the year. This is a chance
for students to take responsibility and model the
options process in Year 9.
The Specialist Curriculum
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Year 7
Will do the year 9 SFL, plus they will work on promotion and product in more detail.
They will have a young apprentice theme throughout where they will have to come up with a business plan and pitch their ideas in creative ways.
Students will visit the secret life of home exhibition to broaden their ideas about product design and marketing.
Year 8
Will do the year 9 SFL, plus they will work on finance in more detail.
They will have a Dragons Dens theme throughout where they will have to come up with a business plan and pitch their ideas in creative ways.
Students will visit the Bank of England to broaden their ideas about finance.
Year 9
Students in Business Studies will be looking at practical aspects of business.
There will be an enterprise theme running throughout, where they will design, market and sell their own product.
They will also hold their own market stall exhibition and be visiting the brand museum and other places to assist them along the way.
Business Studies Specialist Curriculum
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Year 7
Will learn how to use various IT software to create a range of items needed for a company to run. Students will be given the opportunity to choose an industry that they wish to promote.
Students will create the following items to help promote their chosen industry:
A logo to represent their brand
A digital banner
A Poster
Conduct a survey
Transfer information to a database
Create a spreadsheet
Create a digital poster
Create a website with all the items created
All the items created are very important in business, by creating all these items students will have used software which is known as "industry standard".
Year 8
Will be creating a board game, they will plan, design and create a board game and get it working on PC by programming it using software such as Scratch.
Students will have to think about all the board games that they have played. They will brain storm all the good and not so good features. This will allow ideas to be generated and character building. After creating a mock physical version and playing it, their game will then be transferred to an electronic version which they will have programmed.
Students will also be doing some programming in Python to create an encryption programme which will encrypt a message making it a secret.
Year 9
Will be planning, designing and creating a website. The website created can be of any kind and it is down to the student to decide. Students will have to create all the items that are placed on a website using industry standard software.
Websites created could be anything from a shopping style website to a football promoting website. The possibilities are limitless allowing each students to design something personal to them.
Computing Specialist Curriculum
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We offer an exciting range of subjects in Creative Arts, and will visit a museum or art gallery as part of the programme.
Art
Students will have opportunities to make graffito pictures, collages, paintings and 3d models and
work with clay to make fantastic tiles and coil pots. They will develop their drawing and painting
skills to a very high standard to prepare them for GCSE.
Textiles
Students learn printing with ink on fabric, they will learn to use batik techniques and tie dye to
make purses and cushions. They will use hand and machine embroidery techniques to embellish
their work and learn simple construction.
Design and Technology
Students use 2d and 3d software to create keyrings and products on the laser cutter, they use
hand and machine tools and the vacuum former to create wooden toys and products to a very
professional standard.
Food
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Students will learn to cook simple savoury and sweet dishes using our modern, well equipped
kitchen.
Photography
In year 9 students can pick photography as an option. They learn to use both digital and darkroom
techniques and learn to roll film, take expert photographs in black and white and colour and
develop and print their own photographs using our darkroom.
Year 7
Term 1
The students are put into 5 groups. Each group has 4 consecutive lessons on one day.
We start the units with research and investigation of an artist. Then the students produce a range of outcomes based on the work of the artist, eg stencilled fabric cushions, hand and machine cut wooden puzzles, 3d construction.
Term 2 and 3
Students rotate classes so each one has an experience of 3 different disciplines, in the last part of the summer term, students make products to sell at the school summer fair.
Year 8
The students remain in their chosen specialist group and rotate each term. They have a double lesson each week. This year the students are beginning to develop the skills and understanding that will prepare them for choosing an appropriate GCSE in year 10. Our projects are in line with GCSE format, and students rotate each term so they can choose an option at the end of the year.
Year 9
Students choose within the creative arts specialism. Students have a double lesson each week and the focus will be on embedding skills that are required for GCSE. The projects follow the GCSE format and the students remain in their chosen specialism all year.
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Lister offers you the most spoken language in the world!
Year 7
Understand the beauty of
Chinese characters;
Introduce your family members
in Mandarin.
Learn about Chinese culture
and food.
Learn how to talk about school
subjects in Mandarin (Chinese)
Year 8
Understand and celebrate
Chinese festivals.
Describe your “pet dragon”
Talk about your holidays
Introduce your house to your
Chinese friends
Year 9
Learn Chinese calligraphy
Talk about shopping in Chinese.
Describe your hometown
Chinese (Mandarin) is now offered for GCSE at Lister!
China is now the world’s second biggest economy
Learning Chinese is a huge benefit in the world of work. Companies love it!
Can be combined with business studies GCSE for a real head start.
Lets you communicate with 1/5th of all people on Earth
Mandarin & Chinese Studies Specialist Curriculum
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Year 7 Make it like Spielberg You will study, and then go on to create a range of movies, using the unique style of Stephen Spielberg.
Year 9 Watching the Detectives You will study TV Detective programmes, and then go on to create a range of still and moving image promotional materials inspired by your research
Year 8 Graphic Detail You will use Adobe Photoshop and Flash CS6 to create a range of graphics, posters and animations
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As part of the Music Specialist School, students get access
to free one-to-one lessons on their chosen instrument and
get to work with a range of specialist teachers and visiting
professional musicians. They work as chamber groups,
bands and orchestras to perform and compose music in a
range of styles. They get to learn keyboard and ICT skills in
our suite of Apple Macs and can write and produce their
own tracks. Students get access to a range of exciting
workshops, day and
residential trips. This year’s opportunities included:
workshops with the National Youth Orchestra; residential
trips to Ireland, Cambridge and Oxfordshire; participating in
the MiSST concert at the Barbican and numerous trips to
concerts at venues such as the Southbank Centre.
Topics covered during years 7-9 include:
Solo performance
Orchestral performance – pieces have included: Clean
Bandit’s ‘Rather Be’; Grieg’s ‘In the Hall of
the Mountain King’ and ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’
Chamber music (small group playing)
Music theory; aural training; listening and
appreciation
ICT – using midi keyboards, Logic Pro X,
microphones to perform, compose and record - past
tasks have included: realising a piece by Avicii;
composing a pop piece in A minor
Singing performance and songwriting
Music Specialist School
Year 7 Specialist School Students practising some chamber music
Years 7-9 Music Specialist School students at the West Cork Chamber Music Festival 2015
Years 7-9 Music Specialist School instrumentalists and singers performing at the Barbican Concert Hall
To see what the Music Department have been up to find us on twitter @listermusicdept or our website https://listercommunityschoolmusic.wordpress.com/ FOR MORE INFO. ON JOINING OUR MUSIC DEPARTMENT FAMILY PLEASE SEE MISS HENDY [email protected]
Topics covered during years 7-9 include:
Solo performance
Orchestral performance – pieces have included:
Clean Bandit’s ‘Rather Be’; Grieg’s ‘In the Hall of
the Mountain King’ and ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’
Chamber music (small group playing)
Music theory; aural training; listening and
appreciation
ICT – using midi keyboards, Logic Pro X,
microphones to perform, compose and record -
past tasks have included: realising a piece by
Avicii; composing a pop piece in A minor
Singing performance and songwriting
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Aims and objectives
The programme is designed to
identify and develop young talent.
Students will receive four additional
periods of Physical Education each
week. Students are expected to
attend at least one sports club per
week and be looking to represent
Lister Community School in that
sport.
We aim to:
▪ Identify and develop sporting
talent
▪ Inspire students through world
class coaching
▪ Compete at the very top level
for target sports teams
▪ Develop a pathway to GCSE
▪ Create a pathway to
excellence beyond school
*You will not be playing football
Curriculum Model
▪ Year 7 – Talent Identification
▪ Year 8 – Pathway to excellence
▪ Year 9 – World Class Programme (pathway to GCSE)
Extra-curricular passport
▪ All students to select and participate regularly in at least one extracurricular sport per term
▪ Passport stamped by the teacher at the end of the club
▪ Regular trips arranged as rewards for students with full passports (that attend regularly)
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Year 7
In Year 7 Theatre School Specialism students are taught a range of topics from Devising Ghost Stories to Creating Masks and Performance. Students are given an in-depth, first-hand experience of the Theatre World including working with directors, actors, make-up artists and professional technical in lessons as well as performing on the stages of real, well established stages.
Key skills taught: ● Public Speaking
● Leadership Promotion
● Self-Esteem building
● Physical Theatre
● Mask work
● Creativity Inspiration
● Directing
● Acting
Opportunities/projects: ● Performance at BRIT School
● Working with Professional actors and directors from West End Theatres such as ‘The Old
Vic’
● Stage Make-up Master-class
● Several chances to see live West-End Theatre performances throughout the year e.g.
Charlie & the Chocolate Factory.
● Devising and producing a Musical Production
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Year 8
In Year 8 Theatre School Specialism offers students the chance to experience the whole process of staging their very own musical. Through studying all components of what it takes to make a successful production. Students are not only taught how to sing, dance and act but also study other aspects such as costume, set design, lighting and sound. The production is showcased in the Spring Term.
Key Skills taught ● Singing
● Dancing
● Acting
● Costume design
● Set Design
● Audition Process
● Technical Aspects of Theatre
● The Professional Industry
Opportunities/projects
● Arts Award Certificate
● Visiting and working in a real Theatre environment
● Being taught by Industry professionals
● Devising, Directing and Staging a Musical for an audience
● Watching West End Theatre
Having studied all 3 areas (Music/Drama/Dance/Tech) in our Year 9 our Theatre School Specialism, students can begin to research a specific aspect of the subject in depth. They will work on projects which lead to performance and be responsible for a particular aspect of it. Students will have opportunities to work with professionals in their chosen aspect or all 3 if they wish as well as visit theatres and participate in industry professional led workshops. This year students can prepare for their GCSE option and become masters of the subject to ensure success.
Year 9
Key Skills Taught ● Dance/Singing/Acting
● Market Research
● Time/cost management
● Technical Aspects
● Advertising/publicity
● Hair/Make-up/costume design
● In-depth study of a particular subject area
Opportunities/projects
● Perform in a production for paying customers
● Visiting and working in a real Theatre environment
● Being taught by Industry professionals
● Devising, Directing and Staging a Musical for an audience
● Watching West End Theatre
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Home Learning Expectations
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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
PE: Outdoor Cricket Nets
Playground
PE: Outdoor Cricket Nets
Playground
PE: Outdoor Cricket Nets
Playground
PE: Outdoor Cricket Nets
Playground
PE: Outdoor Cricket Nets
Playground
Music: Feeling Music - Drunkworks (Deaf Support)
W101 (8-8.50am)
Music: Orchestra
W101 (8-8.50am) Music: Choir
W101 (8-8.50am)
Music: Concert Band
W101 (8-8.50am)
Music: Jazz Band (invite only)
W101 (8-8.50am)
AM
Table tennis
Playground Table tennis
Playground Table tennis
Playground Table tennis
Playground Table tennis
Playground
Dance: Year 9,10 & 11 GCSE
Dance Studio
Dance: Street Dance Boys (City Pitch)
Dance Studio
Dance: Years 7&8 (City Pitch)
Dance: Year 9 Mixed (City Pitch)
Dance Studio
Lunch
Music: Flute Choir
W101
Music: String Quartets
W101
English: Creative Writing Club
PE: Trampoline
Sports Hall
Music: Staff beginners
Music Dept.
PE: Boys Basketball (Y9-11)
Sports Hall
Music: Percussion Ensemble
Studio 2
PE: Girls Basketball
Sports Hall
Dance: Boys Only
Dance Studio
PE: Basketball Year 9/10&11
Sports Hall
Dance: INCLUSION Cheerleading
Dance Studio
PE: Basketball Club (Y7-8)
Sports Hall
Music: Theory
W101
Dance: Bhangra/Bollywood All Years
Dance Studio
Music: Girls Guitar Club
W102
Music: Homework Club
W102
Dance:KS3 Girls only
Dance Studio
Music: Music Tech Club
W102
Dance: KS4
Dance Studio
Dance: Rehearsals by Request
Dance Studio
PM
English: KS4 Homework Club (CY)
Music: E13 Winds
W101
Music: E13 Choir
W101
English: KS3 Homework Club
PE: Badminton (All Years)
Sports Hall
Music: E13 Strings
W101
Music: Big Bands
Studio 1 & 2
Music: E13 Guitars
W102
Debate Club: 3.15-4.15pm PE: GCSE Study
Gym or N008
Extra-curricular Enrichment
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PE: Basketball (Y7-8)
Sports Hall
PE: Girls Football (All Years) Astro
PE: Cricket Training
Sports Hall
Music: Rock Pop Bands
Studio 1 & 2
Dance: Intervention Year 11* H
Practice Room
PE: Boys Football (Y9-10)
Astro Humanities: Gardening Club
Dance: GIRLS STREET DANCE with Dare2dance
Dance Studio
Music: Folk Bands
W101
Dance: Street Dance
Dance Studio
Dance: Intervention Year 11
Dance Studio
PE: Boys Basketball
Sports Hall
Dance:Intervention Year 11
Dance Studio
PE: Basketball Training
Sports Hall
Dance: Lister Students Rehearsals
Dance Studio
PE: Boys Football (Y7-8) Astro
Dance: Primary School Club (City Pitch)
E13 Primaries
PE: Wheelchair Basketball Gym
PE: Girls Netball
Courts
Dance: Intervention Year 10*
Additional Non-timetabled Activities:
DofE Bronze Award
*Please ask your subject teacher for additional information about the timings and rooms of each session.
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The School Day Lister’s school day runs as follows: 8.30am: Tutor period 8.50am: Period 1 9.40am: Period 2 10.30am: Break 10.50am: Period 3 11.40: Period 4 12.30: Lunch 13.20: Period 5 14.10: Period 6 On Wednesday, there is a flexible period 6. Every fortnight there is a study skills period for all students. Every other week Year 7s have singing, and other year groups leave early. Updates to this information are shown on the website.
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Tutoring and the House System Lister operates a “House” and vertical tutoring system, which we believe benefits your child in many ways. Your child is part of a tutor group which consists of children of all ages. The tutor groups are smaller than those in many schools and your child spends more time with their tutor who takes a very particular interest in your child’s educational progress. They are a strong link between home and school in supporting your child to achieve. Siblings are allocated to the same House but not to the same tutor group. Each of the houses is closely aligned with a curriculum area:
Galileo House
Science Faculty
Da Vinci House
Creative Arts and Modern Foreign Languages
King House
Humanities
Hawking House
Maths and Computing
Shelley House
English, Media and Drama
All students spend 20 minutes at the beginning of the day with their Tutor and the other students in their tutor groups. The following are some of the activities that students can expect to cover during their tutor times each morning:
House assemblies. Silent reading or paired reading ‘Thought for the Week’ where a current issue is discussed and debated prompting students
to think critically about the world around them and the social, moral, spiritual and cultural implications of different issues.
Reviewing issues and supporting students in terms of their learning, progress and behaviour at school.
Throughout the year students also spend time with their tutor time during their independent study period which takes fortnightly on a Wednesday afternoon.
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The House leadership team will be the main point of contact for you regarding your child and their time at Lister. Each member of the House leadership team has a particular role which is set out below:
Role House and Name Contact Details
Head of House: Will be focusing on your child’s achievement, developing their leadership ability and organising enrichment events for the House e.g. Inter-house debating competitions and Super Learning days.
Galileo Jo Lecky [email protected]
Da Vinci Kate Naylor [email protected]
King Susan Skyers
Hawking Laura Johnson
Shelley Tobi Adewale
Pastoral Manager: Manages student behaviour and will be the first point of contact if you have concerns regarding issues like bullying or incidents that need to be followed up.
Galileo Tim Foley [email protected]
Da Vinci Carla Colquhoun
King Albab Choudhury
Hawking Mohammed Bolaji
Shelley Segun Haughton
House Support Officer: First point of contact with attendance issues and student welfare. Can pass on messages to any member of staff for you.
Galileo Sharron Jackson
Da Vinci Anaam Mirza
King Tracey Bush
Hawking Katie Salisbury
Shelley Dawn Samuda
House Direct Telephone Numbers
Galileo 020 8586 6094
Da Vinci 020 8586 6093
King 020 8586 6095
Hawking 020 8586 6097
Shelley 020 8586 6096
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