Year 8: Curriculum and Assessment Guide for Parents

2018-2019

Introduction

This document has been devised to help you to understand assessment practices used at the school and how to support

your child’s learning and progress. The content has been informed by feedback from parental forums; I hope that you find

it useful. If you have any further queries, please contact individual teachers or the school’s Administration Manager, Alison

Miners (alison.miners@lvc.org).

Why is assessment important?

Assessment plays a fundamental role in learning: it helps students and teachers to identify what has been learnt, the skills

that have been mastered and what needs to improve further. Most importantly, it guides and supports students with the

next steps in their learning. High-quality assessment can have a very positive impact on students’ learning and progress.

What kinds of assessment are there?

There are two main forms of assessment: summative and formative.

Summative assessment provides a judgement about how students have achieved in a particular test or assignment.

Assessment outcomes are judged using a ‘descriptor’ of how a student has performed against subject specific assessment

criteria and usually take place at the end of a unit of study.

Formative assessment involves teachers using a variety of methods to diagnose specific areas to improve, and support

students in doing so. Formative dialogue is comment-based and occurs throughout the learning cycle.

The style and type of feedback used will depend on its purpose and the nature of the subject. In practical subjects, the

majority of the feedback will be verbal, with teachers providing students with instant, live feedback through coaching and

conversation. In other more essay-based subjects, feedback will take the form of regular written comments. Peer and self-

assessment will also be used to help students become familiar with success criteria and be able to evaluate and recognise

accurate and effective learning outcomes.

How and when will my child be assessed?

Each department has their own key assessed pieces of work in their schemes of learning for each year group. These are

outlined in section 2 of this document. As mentioned above, key summative outcomes are marked with a ‘descriptor’ to

indicate how students have achieved against subject specific assessment criteria. In subjects where students have four or

more lessons a fortnight, there will be at least one key assessment outcome per half term. For subjects taught less

frequently, there will be at least one key assessment a term. The results of summative assessment pieces are recorded on

subject mark books in Go4Schools.

Alongside these assessed pieces of work, teachers will carry out ongoing assessments and give students regular formative

feedback to help them to improve. This will usually be shared using the WWW/EBI stamp (‘What Went Well’ and ‘Even

Better If’). Teachers will also provide students with timely feedback in lessons and through the use of specific praise.

Will my child be graded in Year 8?

As of summer 2016 the government removed the use of National Curriculum levels at the end of Key Stage 2. In 2018

students in Year 7 and Year 8 at LVC will be assessed using subject-defined assessment criteria mapping students’ progress

using age-based knowledge and skills expectations. An example of the criteria used in English are shown below. Student

performance will be judged against these criteria where they will be assessed as either: emerging, developing, achieving,

surpassing or excelling.

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What does this mean for my child as they move up the school?

Students working at age related expectations at the end of Year 6 should be ‘achieving’ against the subject-specific

assessment criteria throughout Year 7 and Year 8. In Year 9 the majority of the subjects at LVC move to the system of

assessment used at GCSE, the 9-1 grading. The diagram below gives an overview of how a student might progress through

school years 7-11. It must be noted however, that learning is not always a linear process and performance may vary

depending on the topics students are studying.

What is Go4Schools?

Go4Schools is an online electronic mark book that enables teachers to record assessment outcomes centrally and share

them with colleagues, students and parents. Go4Schools is also used for school reports, recording praise, behaviour and

intervention.

You should have login details and a password to access your child’s progress data on Go4Schools. If you have not logged on

before or have forgotten your password, you can register on the parent home page for a password update.

What can I see on Go4Schools?

You are able to see an overview of your child’s assessment data which includes their current grade (a weighted average of

the assessments your child has completed in the academic year) and an overview of their assessments in each subject. You

will also be able to view details of individual assessments by clicking onto subject data and looking at the descriptors for

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each assessment in the mark books. The quantity of assessment recorded on Go4Schools will increase during the academic

year – the first half term will have limited information in place.

How do I make sense of the data on Go4Schools?

The most important way of understanding your child’s progress is to discuss it with them. While we have endeavoured to

set out Go4Schools mark books in a straightforward way to make them accessible for parents, their primary purpose is to

support teachers with their recording and monitoring of assessment. We hope that engaging in assessment data online in

this way will be helpful. However, it is important to recognise that students’ exercise books and the conversations that you

have with them and their teachers can provide a far richer understanding of their learning and progress.

Susan Gelder

Assistant Principal

September 2018

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Section 2

Curriculum and Assessment

Guides by subject

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Contents

Art and Design

Dance

Design & Technology

Drama

English

Food & Nutrition

Geography

History

ICT & Computing

Language

Mathematics

Music

Physical Education

Religious Studies

Science

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Subject: Art and Design

Assessment criteria for Scheme of Work: Year 8

Strand 1: Observation: drawings in pen and pencil from primary and secondary observation of insects. Understanding of insect characteristics.

Strand 2: Research and development: independent research, sketches, annotation and collecting resources.

Strand 3: Development of design ideas: Exploration and experimentation of design concepts and materials. Understanding of role of adaptation.

Strand 4: Drawing of final insect design: Scaling up, symmetry and proportions. Evidence of research and observation in quality of drawing.

Strand 5: Painting: appropriate use of acrylic: control of consistency, edges, texture. Blending; wet on wet, dry brushing. Colour mixing. Imaginative application of surface pattern/texture. Creation of “form”

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Drawings from primary and secondary observation are highly accurate and/or sensitive. Proportions, symmetry, structure and fine details are rendered with confidence and flair. Understanding of characteristics of insects is implicit in all work.

The student has an insightful and intuitive approach to research and development. Work is undertaken with great independence and indicates a clear appreciation of how it will be applied. The sketchbook is used as a natural extension of the research process.

The student produces inspired, original and fully resolved design ideas, acknowledging the role of adaptation in the process. Any annotation is highly purposeful and clear. He/she recognises the full potential of the materials, techniques and processes selected.

The drawing is extremely confident, illustrating a fluent understanding and application of the technical aspects of the design process. Scaling up is accurate and details reflect the quality observation and research undertaken. The final product continues to develop creatively, exceeding the original plan.

Confident and highly creative response to acrylics. Techniques are highly controlled and are used with some flair. There is clear understanding of how acrylic paint can be used to layer and develop an exciting and convincing 3D form. Colour mixing is confident and consistent.

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Drawings from primary and secondary observation are generally accurate and/or sensitive. Proportion, symmetry, structure and details are rendered with confidence. Work shows a confident understanding of insect characteristics.

The student is confident and curious in his/her approach to research and development. Work is undertaken independently and indicates a clear appreciation of how it will be applied. The sketchbook is used as a natural extension of the research process.

The student shows a confident and assured understanding of the design process. Ideas are original, exciting and well-developed, reflecting an understanding of adaptation and a willingness to explore. Annotation is confident and considered.

The drawing is confident, illustrating a thorough understanding and application of the technical aspects of the design process. Scaling up is accurate and details reflect the quality observation and research undertaken. The final product continues to develop even after the design has been committed to paper.

Confident and imaginative response to acrylics. Techniques are well-controlled, but with evidence of experimentation. There is an understanding of how acrylic paint can be used to build up layers, developing effective and convincing 3D forms. Colour mixing is confident and consistent.

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Strand 1: Observation: drawings in pen and pencil from primary and secondary observation of insects. Understanding of insect characteristics.

Strand 2: Research and development: independent research, sketches, annotation and collecting resources.

Strand 3: Development of design ideas: Exploration and experimentation of design concepts and materials. Understanding of role of adaptation.

Strand 4: Drawing of final insect design: Scaling up, symmetry and proportions. Evidence of research and observation in quality of drawing.

Strand 5: Painting: appropriate use of acrylic: control and consistency, edges, texture. Blending; wet on wet, dry brushing. Colour mixing. Imaginative application of surface pattern/texture. Creation of “form”.

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Drawings from primary and secondary observation are largely consistent in their accuracy and/or sensitivity. Proportion, symmetry, structure and details are rendered with increasing confidence. Work shows a secure understanding of insect characteristics.

The student is becoming confident in his/her approach to research and development. Work is undertaken with some independence and indicates an appreciation of how it will be applied. The sketchbook is used to record the results of the research.

The student shows a competent and consistent understanding of the design process. Ideas are developed with some acknowledgement of adaptation and a willingness to explore. Annotation is increasingly confident and considered.

The drawing is competent illustrating a consistent understanding and application of the technical aspects of the design process. Scaling up is adequate and details reflect the quality observation and research undertaken. The final product reflects the planning and research supporting it.

Increasingly confident/imaginative response to acrylics. Techniques are increasingly well-controlled, with some evidence of experimentation. There is some understanding of how acrylic paint can be used to build up layers to develop convincing 3D forms. Colour mixing is possibly inconsistent or deliberate.

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Drawings from primary and secondary observation are often incomplete and lack accuracy and/or sensitivity. Proportion, symmetry, structure and details are rendered at a very basic level, showing only a tentative understanding of insect characteristics.

The student is highly inconsistent in his/her approach to research and development. The work produced shows a lack of focus and little independence, with limited appreciation of how it will be applied. The sketchbook is used inconsistently to record the results of the research.

There is only the most rudimentary understanding of basic insect structure and adaptation. The sketchbook has little evidence of experimentation, and lacks any sense of personal engagement. Annotation is basic or absent.

The drawing is very basic and indicates a limited understanding of the technical aspects of the design process. Scaling up is erratic and lacks detail, reflecting the planning and research supporting it.

Hesitant approach to acrylics. Techniques are developing with little evidence of experimentation. There is a limited understanding of how acrylic paint can be used to build up layers to develop 3D forms. Colour mixing is very inconsistent or straight from the bottle.

Strand 1: Observation: drawings in pen and pencil from primary and secondary observation of insects. Understanding of insect characteristics.

Strand 2: Research and development: independent research, sketches, annotation and collecting resources.

Strand 3: Development of design ideas: Exploration and experimentation of design concepts and materials. Understanding of role of adaptation.

Strand 4: Drawing of final insect design: Scaling up, symmetry and proportions. Evidence of research and observation in quality of drawing.

Strand 5: Painting: appropriate use of acrylic: control and consistency, edges, texture. Blending; wet on wet, dry brushing. Colour mixing. Imaginative application of surface pattern/texture. Creation of “form”.

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Drawings from primary and secondary observation, although inconsistent, do have elements of accuracy and/or sensitivity. Proportion, symmetry, structure and details are rendered at a basic level, showing a growing understanding of insect characteristics.

The student is inconsistent in his/her approach to research and development. Work produced shows elements of independence but only tentative appreciation of how it will be applied. The sketchbook is used inconsistently to record the results of the research.

There is an emerging understanding of basic insect structure and adaptation. The sketchbook shows some evidence of experimentation, although perhaps lacks a sense of personal engagement. Annotation is basic.

The drawing is hesitantly made, illustrating an inconsistent understanding and application of the technical aspects of the design process. Scaling up is erratic and lacks detail, reflecting the planning and research supporting it.

Hesitant and inconsistent approach to acrylics. Techniques are developing with some evidence of experimentation. There is little understanding of how acrylic paint can be used to build up layers to develop convincing 3D forms. Colour mixing is inconsistent or deliberate.

Strand 1:

Strand 2: Strand 3: Strand 4:

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Assessment criteria for: DANCE Year 8

IRON BRONZE SILVER GOLD PLATINUM

Performance Emerging Developing Achieving Surpassing Excelling

Physical & technical skills posture, alignment, accuracy, coordination, strength, balance, control

I can use some physical & technical skills most of the time in the performance of the dance.

I can use most of the physical & technical skills throughout the performance of the dance.

I can use all physical & technical skills consistently throughout the performance of the dance.

I can use all of physical & technical skills consistently throughout the performance of the dance, with flair (e.g. excellent accuracy)

I can use the full range of physical & technical skills consistently and with flair and attention to detail (e.g. I can demonstrate the changes between skills with ease)

Expressive Skills focus, projection, musicality, spatial awareness, facial expression, communication of choreographic intent

I can demonstrate two of the expressive skills at times in the performance of the dance

I can demonstrate three of the expressive skills throughout the performance of the dance

I can demonstrate most of the expressive skills consistently throughout the performance of the dance

I can demonstrate the full range of expressive skills consistently throughout the dance

I can use the full range of expressive skills consistently and flair (e.g. I can communicate the choreographic intent to an audience expressively)

Appreciation Emerging Developing Achieving Surpassing Excelling

Evaluate the effectiveness of choreography and performance, including professional dance works

I can sometimes identify when I and others need to improve the dance performance or choreography I can co-operate with the group to make some changes to the dance I understand some of the main features of the dance and I can make one or two comments about my work and the work of others

I can mostly identify when I and others need to improve the dance/performance and give some feedback to improve performance or choreography I can co-operate with the group to make specific changes to the dance I understand the main features of the dance and can comment on them in my own and others work

I can identify when I and others need to improve the dance/performance and give specific feedback to improve performance or choreography, using dance terminology I can co-operate with the group to implement feedback in full I can evaluate how ideas, and intentions are communicated through dance, and use appropriate vocabulary to discuss my own and others work

I can identify when I and others need to improve the dance/performance and give detailed feedback to improve performance or choreography using dance terminology I can lead or co-operate with the group in implementing the feedback to produce an excellent outcome I can evaluate how ideas, and intentions are communicated through dance, and confidently use dance vocabulary to discuss my own and others work

I can identify when I and others need to improve the dance/performance and give detailed feedback to improve performance or choreography using dance terminology skillfully. I can lead or co-operate with the group lead the group in implementing the feedback to produce an outstanding outcome I can critically evaluate how ideas, and intentions are communicated through dance, and confidently use dance vocabulary to discuss my own and others work

IRON BRONZE SILVER GOLD PLATINUM

Choreography Emerging Developing Achieving Surpassing Excelling

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DARS, response to stimulus, motif development and communication of dance intention.

Dynamics - I understand dynamics and create some simple dynamic changes in my choreography Action - I can create basic phrases of dance using most of the 6 body actions Relationship – I understand relationships and I can show at some relationships in my choreography. Space – I understand how to use space and I can create some pathways and shape I can respond to a stimulus and plan a dance with a partner I can use basic motif development using some of DARS and simple repetition My dance has a beginning, middle and an end

Dynamics - I understand dynamics and use a variety of dynamics in my choreography Action - I can create basic phrases of dance using all of the 6 body actions Relationship – I can show relationship changes in my choreography Space - I can create pathways, shape, and changes of direction in my choreography I can respond to a stimulus and plan a dance with a partner to convey a choreographic intention I can use some motif development using some of DARS and repetition My dance has a clear beginning, middle and an ending position

Dynamics - I can apply a variety of dynamic changes in my choreography to create interest Action - I can create phrases of dance using the 6 body actions in the style of the dance. Relationship – I can use a variety of relationships in my choreography Space - I can create different spatial changes e.g. pathways, shape, levels and formations I can respond to a stimulus and plan a dance with a partner to convey a choreographic intention clearly I can use confidently use motif development using most of DARS and repetition My dance has a clear beginning, middle and an ending position with good transitions

Dynamics – I can apply a variety of interesting dynamics changes in my choreography to create mood/atmosphere Action - I can create phrases of dance using a variety of body actions in the style of the dance Relationship – I can use a variety of relationship changes in my choreography to create interest Space - I can create a variety of pathways, shapes, changes of level and formations to create interest and variety I can respond to a stimulus and plan a dance with a partner to convey the choreographic intention with flair I can use interest in motif development, using DARS with some good use of repetition My dance has a clear beginning position, a middle and end with some creative transitions

Dynamics - I can create sophisticated dynamic changes in my choreography to create mood/atmosphere Action - I can create phrases of dance using the 6 body actions in the style of the dance and with interest Relationship – I can show sophisticated and interesting relationship changes Space - I can use a variety of pathways, shapes, changes of level and formations to create interest and flair I can show a sophisticated response to a stimulus, plan a dance with a partner to convey a choreographic intention with flair I can use more complex motif development, though a variety of DARS with very good use of repetition and contrast My dance has a creative beginning position, a middle and an ending position, using creative transitions

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Year 8

Dance Year 8

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Year 8 Design & Technology Assessment

Focus Emerging Developing (1) Achieving (2) Surpassing (3-4) Excelling (5)

DES

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I can create a simple design

brief from a given problem.

I can use my research to help

explain part of my specification.

I can use my research, including detailed

product analysis to help explain part of

my specification.

My specification is detailed that is

linked with relevant research.

I can explain how the outcomes of my research

will influence my own designs and generate a

detailed and justified specification.

My user has been profiled.

I can include detailed product analysis

explaining the design features of related

products.

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I can generate annotated

ideas including user needs

and materials.

I can generate design ideas that

satisfy a few of the specifications.

I can produce a variety of initial

models.

I can generate design ideas that satisfy some of the specification.

I can produce a variety of models (including CAD where appropriate).

I can use feedback from others support my ideas.

I can show a degree of creativity that

satisfies many of the specifications.

I can show imaginative designs that that are

explained in detail including social, moral,

environmental or sustainability issues.

I can objectively evaluate my design ideas

against the specification using scale models

and/or CAD, making useful and effective

changes during development.

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to make a product including

tools and equipment

needed.

I can produce step by step plans

including tools and equipment

needed.

I can produce step by step plans also including safety

I can prepare detailed instructions

for making a product, including time

taken at different stages.

I can prepare detailed instructions for making

that could be used by a third party and meet

each of the design criteria.

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I can make simple products

that are correctly assembled,

working with a range of tools

or processes, including CAM

if appropriate.

I can select a few of the materials

based on some of their properties.

My products have a reasonable

finish, showing skills in a variety of

tools or processes, including CAM

if appropriate.

I can make products that show some

challenge, with some quality control

checks applied.

I can select and use a variety of tools or

processes, including CAM if appropriate.

I can assemble, make and finish

products that offer good challenge,

showing quality control checks

I can select and use of a wide variety

of different tools, processes and

finishing techniques, including CAM if

appropriate.

I can assemble, make and finish demanding

products showing a good quality of finish that

could be commercially viable with further

development.

I can show how quality control checks were

applied during making.

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I can produce a simple

evaluation suggesting any

improvements.

I can test at least one feature of my final product against the specification, including suitability for the user.

I can test at least a few features of my

final product against the

specifications.

I can test some features of the final

product against the specification,

improving my product after testing.

I can show that the outcome would be

suitable for the target market and evaluate

the commercial viability of the final product.

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I can explain and/or

demonstrate understanding

of the topic.

I can transfer knowledge from this topic into different situations.

I can analyse how this topic could

affect my target market.

I can apply knowledge taught from

this topic to my own product

development.

I can interpret and apply knowledge and

understanding creatively in new design

contexts.

Overall Assessment: ________________________________ Teacher:_____________________________________

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Design & Technology Year 8

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Year 8 Emerging Developing Achieving Surpassing Excelling C

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Ideas and Group Work

I can take on board others’ suggestions and share ideas with my group. I can suggest ways to improve a piece of drama.

I am focused in rehearsals and am supportive to others’ ideas. I can confidently come up with ideas and suggest ways to improve.

I can expand and develop on someone else’s ideas. I make considered suggestions for performance that take into consideration what might be communicated to the audience.

I make mature and developed suggestions for performance through my understanding of our dramatic intentions for the audience.

I can sensitively expand on someone else’s suggestions. I can think outside the box and come up with creative ideas.

Artistic Intention

I understand how to use space effectively and I can confidently spot what looks and sounds good in rehearsals. I can tell if an idea is not working.

I have an understanding of how positioning on stage can communicate to an audience. I can explain in detail why I think an idea works or doesn’t work to the rest of my group.

I understand how space can communicate storylines to an audience. I can explain in depth why something works or doesn’t work on stage to my group.

I am beginning to understand how spatial relationships give the audience an understanding of characters on stage. I can appreciate to some extent the artistic value in what I am creating.

I can use my understanding of proxemics to inform my creative ideas. I can make decisions based on the artistic value they have.

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Performing Skills

I can use gestures and mime with increasing confidence. I have developing control over my voice and I can perform basic drama techniques confidently.

I confidently use gestures and mime. I can use my voice to help create meaning for the audience and I can perform a range of drama techniques with control.

I can boldly use mime and gesture. I can adapt my voice for a range of scenarios and I can confidently perform a range of drama techniques with control.

I can boldly use mime and gesture to engage the audience in a purposeful way. I can confidently adapt my voice to suit a number of scenarios. I can perform a range of drama techniques with intensity and control.

I embody the role I am playing with energy. I can confidently and creatively adapt my voice to suit a range of scenarios. I can confidently perform drama techniques with focus and control.

Focus in Role

I am mostly focused in role, but sometimes forget to react to others. If something goes wrong I would be able to correct myself by starting again.

I can sustain focus in role and I show some awareness of others on stage. I am getting more confident with getting back into character if something went wrong on stage.

I can sustain focus in role and I am engaging to watch. I am aware of other performers on stage and I can usually recover if something went wrong on stage.

I am fully focused in role and engaging to watch. I engage and react to other performers on stage and I can recover if things go wrong.

I am fully focused in role and engaging to watch because of my energy and commitment to the character. I am able to improvise with some confidence if things go wrong.

Characterisation

I can show the emotion/s of a character by changing my facial expressions and body language.

With some confidence, I can change my body language and facial expressions to help get across to the audience how my character is feeling.

I can confidently portray a range of emotions to an audience through my body language and facial expressions.

I demonstrate some understanding of the subtleties of emotions through careful, controlled consideration of facial expressions, body language and reactions.

My facial expression, body language and reactions are truthful and believable.

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Analysis and Evaluation

I have a basic understanding of the effectiveness of live theatre. I developing my understanding of what I would need to do to improve.

I have a secure understanding of the effectiveness of live theatre. I have a secure understanding of what I would need to do to improve

I have a good understanding of the effectiveness of live theatre. I have a good understanding of what I would need to do to improve.

I have a confident understanding of the effectiveness of live theatre. I have a confident understanding of what I would need to do to improve.

I have an excellent understanding of the effectiveness of live theatre and I am reflective and thoughtful when thinking about how I could improve.

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Drama Year 8

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English Assessment Criteria Year 8 Linton Village College 2018

WRITING

Strand 1: Content

Strand 2: Organisation Strand 3: Sentence structures Strand 4: Spelling and vocabulary

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Sophisticated selection and creative adaption of a wide range of forms to meet writing challenges. Distinct personal voice matches intended effect. Writing demonstrates originality and flair.

Confident crafting of paragraphing at whole text level, where individual paragraphs are imaginatively shaped with flair to influence reader response.

Imaginative, precise and accurate sentence structures matched to purpose and effect.

Spelling totally secure, including complex words. Sustained use of ambitious vocabulary used with imagination and precision.

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Language devices are crafted for impact to create specific effects (e.g. pathetic fallacy, personification and metaphor). Consistent awareness of the impact of language choices on the audience.

Flow of information consistently controlled, with a considered awareness of the impact on the reader. Paragraphing is secure and occasionally crafter for effect.

A wide range of punctuation is used purposefully across a range of sentence types. A variety of sentence lengths and structures are used for effect. Use of tense is secure and can be varied for purpose.

Spelling is secure with very few errors. Ambitious vocabulary chosen confidently to achieve a specific effect.

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Writing show some imagination, relevant detail and interests the reader. Secure use of stylistic devices to engage the reader. Language and form are adapted to suit purpose and audience.

Arguments sequenced logically with an appropriate level of detail. Secure use of topic sentences and some discourse markers to signpost ideas. Paragraphing is predominantly secure.

A range of punctuation is attempted across work. There is a controlled variety of sentence structures. Use of tense is secure and can be varied for purpose.

Generally secure spelling with some correct spelling of more complex words. A range of vocabulary is chosen which is appropriate to audience and purpose.

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Relevant ideas developed with confidence. Viewpoint is generally maintained. Genre devices used, although not always convincingly. Clear awareness of audience and form.

Starting to use paragraphs to organise content. Some use of topic sentences and some discourse markers to signpost ideas.

Basic punctuation is sometimes used accurately although not always consistently. Simple and complex sentences are attempted with some degree of accuracy. Use of tense is secure.

Correct spelling of most words. Vocabulary is sometimes chosen for effect, even if spelling is not always accurate.

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Ideas developed with some confidence, which are relevant to the purpose. Viewpoint is sometimes maintained. Genre devices are sometimes used, although not always accurately. Basic awareness of audience and form.

Developing use of topic sentences to introduce paragraph content. Growing confidence when developing ideas. Direct speech is occasionally paragraphed.

Capitals, full stops and question marks are occasionally used accurately, with commas in lists and to mark clauses. Simple sentences are used with growing confidence. Tenses are generally secure with some errors.

Simple homophones are beginning to be used accurately. Correct spelling of most common words. Vocabulary is limited.

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READING Note: Although criteria retain the same wording across Key Stage 3; the texts selected for study will become increasingly challenging each year.

Strand 1: Identify and interpret Strand 2: Analysis of Language, Structure and Form

Strand 3: Comparison Strand 4: Evaluation / Context Ye

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Sophisticated analysis at whole, text, sentence and word level. Secure understanding of structure and form in a range of different texts.

Assured understanding of relationship between texts. Confident synthesis of information from a range of challenging texts.

Assured understanding of the context in which texts are written and the contexts in which texts are engaged by different audiences.

Year

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Sustained interpretation and inference of more challenging texts. Detailed analysis of alternative interpretations. Pertinent selection of embedded quotations to support specific comments.

Consistent and confident analysis of a range of language and structural techniques. Use accurate subject terminology where appropriate.

Detailed understanding of the differences between more challenging texts, with a sustained comparison of writers’ methods. Synthesis of information with growing confidence.

Detailed evaluation and awareness of the relevance of social historical context.

Year

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Detailed interpretation and inference, with some evidence of alternative interpretations. Precise quotations selected.

Consistent analysis of the impact of language on the reader, with occasional appreciation of stylistic devices. Secure evidence of word level analysis.

Consistent understanding of the differences between texts, with detailed comparison of writers’ methods.

Developed and supported personal response. Social historical context is relevantly and consistently integrated, where appropriate, to support points.

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Clear and relevant points identified and supported from different points in the text. Comments develop an explanation of inferred meaning based on textual detail. Valid supporting quotations.

Mostly relevant identification of author’s use of language, with explanation of effects. Understanding of the conventions of a variety of forms and how they are constructed. Techniques are identified, however, their impact is not always fully explored.

Clear and relevant explanation on the differences between age appropriate texts. Clear and relevant comparison of the writers’ methods. Similarities and differences identified and supported with valid supporting quotation.

Offers relevant supported, evaluative comments. Awareness of the relevance of social historical context.

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Points identified with reference to text, including paraphrasing and the beginnings of inference. Responds to relevant points in the text with growing confidence.

Beginning to identify how authors use language and starting to explain effect. Recognises the obvious features of different text types. Recognises key subject terminology with growing confidence.

Recognise similarities and differences between texts. Beginning to make relevant comment on the differences between texts, with attempts at valid supporting quotations. Starting to make relevant comparison of the writers’ methods.

Beginning to evaluate with relevance. Beginning to link simple social historical context to the text.

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SPEAKING AND LISTENING

Strand 1: Expressing and Exploring

Strand 2: Listening and Responding Strand 3: Empathising and Characterising Ye

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Creative ideas are expressed, with precise and perceptive details across a sophisticated range of subject matter. A distinct personal style is created through vocabulary and non-verbal features.

A perceptive understanding is shown of varied and complex speech, with precise responses to develop and challenge ideas. Group roles are initiated and lead, to manage discussions with creativity, imagination and sensitivity.

Creative adaption of speech, movement and gesture create precise and sophisticated roles and scenarios. Dramatic conventions exploited with flair.

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A wide range of subject matter is explored confidently with effective details. Structures are skilfully managed to manipulate the position of the listener. Vocabulary choices and non-verbal features are apt across a variety of registers.

Sustained engagement with the speaker’s viewpoint. Well-judged contributions are used with confidence to shape the direction and content of the talk. A wide range of group roles are adopted to sustain effective collaboration and discussion.

Sustained exploration of complex issues. Insightful choices of speech, movement and gesture establish effective roles. Dramatic approaches used with confidence.

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Complex ideas are explored in detail. There is consistent control over structure, with effective organisation to guide the listener. Vocabulary and non-verbal features are suited to an increasing range of purposes and contexts.

Consistent engagement with more complex material, with original responses provided in detail. Effective contributions shape talk, as well as the drawing together ideas to promote an effective discussion.

Empathy and understanding shown through consistent choices of speech, gesture and movement. Roles adapted convincingly to explore ideas and issues.

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Relevant ideas are clearly expressed, with elaboration to make meaning clear. Structure is deliberately shaped for clarity and engagement Vocabulary and non-verbal features are well matched to audience, purpose and context.

Significant details are recognised, and the ideas of others are challenged and developed. Clear roles and responsibilities taken with independence. Contributions shape overall direction of talk.

Clear understanding of characters and roles demonstrated through speech, movement and gesture to create a variety of roles and scenarios.

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Ideas are expressed with growing confidence and additional details. Structure begins to support meaning and show an awareness of audience. Vocabulary and non-verbal features are adapted to suit audience, purpose and context.

Deepening understanding of contents, with appropriate ideas and opinions presented. Growing confidence in pair and group activities, with responsibilities taken.

Growing confidence shown when creating characters and situations. Deliberate choices made about speech, movement and gesture to create different roles and scenarios.

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English Year 8

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Subject: Food and Nutrition

Assessment criteria for KS3 Year KS3

Strand 1: Hygiene and Safety Strand 2: Core skills Strand 3: Organisation Strand 4: Evaluating

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I can safely and responsibly use large electrical equipment like a food processor, and know and understand how to keep myself and others safe in the food room.

I can select independently and use competently a range of correct equipment and ingredients with accuracy and precision, showing a flair for creativity and innovation.

I use a range of equipment independently. I follow my plan, adapting as I go. I check my progress as I cook. I finish within time limits and present my ambitious dishes with skill, care and attention.

I am constantly looking for improvements and creative differences. I can reflect on my work and suggest a range of high level developments to improve my dishes. I can apply suggestions made to subsequent or future products.

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I can use the hob, oven and grill safely, as well as small equipment such as a blender or whisk. I can explain in detail the hygiene and safety rules for working in the kitchen.

I can independently and competently use kitchen tools and equipment and am able to accurately select the correct piece for the job in hand.

I follow a plan accurately and am able to choose the best equipment to use. My dishes are finished on time and are extremely well presented.

I am using previous experience to make improvements and adaptations as I work. I can suggest developments to future dishes.

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I recognise and understand the safety rules for working in the kitchen, and will follow them independently.

I can competently use all small pieces of basic kitchen equipment with some accuracy. I am starting to safely use other electrical equipment such as blenders and mixers.

I follow the plan on my own, I clean as I go when I am cooking. My dishes are finished within time limits.

I am testing and making changes independently as I cook. I can recognise the areas that need development and am quick to overcome any problems.

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I am able to use basic kitchen equipment such as knives and peelers on my own, but need practice and some guidance.

I need some support to keep to the plan and to finish on time. I am starting to use my plan.

I can talk about what I did well as I go along. This can help me make changes to what I am doing, to make improvements to my dish.

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I need support to remember to follow the rules of the room, but will do so when asked.

I need support using basic kitchen equipment such as knives and peelers.

I need support to keep to time and to organise my area. I recognise the use of a recipe but need help to follow it.

I can talk about what I did well as I go along.

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Food & Nutrition Year 8

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Assessment criteria for: GEOGRAPHY Year 8

Strand 1: Knowledge Strand 2: Skills Strand 3: Understanding Strand 4: Enquiry

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Explains geographical processes, pattern, landforms and concepts in significant depth.

Able to make links between complex concepts using specific examples and place details to support opinions.

Able to identify, describe and explain advantages and disadvantages/consequences.

Shows clear understanding of the concept of sustainability.

High level of literacy and numeracy skills that can be applied to geographical concepts.

Problems are solved with appropriate ‘real world’ connections.

Evidence of substantial thought, depth and use of PEE in extended writing (using examples beyond the ‘taught curriculum’).

Able to evaluate information in a variety of forms before reaching a conclusion based on geographical evidence.

Able to create new lines of thought that go beyond initial teaching and learning.

Able to demonstrate ‘real’ independent thinking and make sense of the world around them.

Asks complex geographical questions.

Able to question ideas and concepts in depth.

Undertakes independent research.

Takes a full interest in wider geographical issues and their place in the world.

Is critical in their approach to enquiry and data handling.

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Explains geographical processes, patterns, landforms and concepts in depth.

Able to make links between concepts using specific examples and place details to support opinions.

Able to identify, describe and often explain advantages and disadvantages/consequences.

Shows understanding of the concept of sustainability.

Geographical literacy and numeracy is strong.

Problem solving decisions are based on a sound/confident level of understanding.

Evidence of significant thought, depth and use of PEE in extended writing.

Able to apply and analyse knowledge to create understanding.

Able to demonstrate ‘real’ independent thinking and at times make sense of the world around them.

Can use/transfer knowledge to make sense of a new situation, concept or question.

Is able to question ideas and concepts.

Takes interest in wider geographical issues and their place in the world.

Exploring independent research with support.

Secure in handling data.

Very organised in their approach to enquiry.

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Makes sense of geographical patterns, processes and landforms and is begging to fully explain them.

Can make use of specific examples and place details to support opinions.

Shows an understanding of advantages and disadvantages/consequences.

Shows some understanding of the concept of sustainability.

Positive use of key vocabulary with good geographical literacy and numeracy.

Problem solving decisions are based on a growing level of understanding.

Beginning to be creative in finding solutions to geographical problems.

Evidence of application of knowledge in extended writing.

Looks for patterns and connections to turn knowledge into true understanding.

Can demonstrate some independent thinking.

Tries to use/transfer knowledge to make sense of a new situation, concept or question.

Aware of wider geographical issues and their place in the world.

Able to handle and apply data with some support.

Organised in their approach to enquiry.

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Developing the ability to describe data that relates to geographical concepts.

Developing the ability to use geographical terminology.

Developing the ability to describe patterns, processes and landforms.

Has limited understanding of the concept of sustainability.

Starting to use the key vocabulary in the correct context/situation. Geographical literacy and numeracy is developing.

Developing problem solving skills in order to make decisions.

Can show some creativity in problem solving when closely supported.

Starting to apply their knowledge in extended writing.

Developing the ability to describe simple patterns and explore the relationships between data.

Tries to use/transfer knowledge to make sense of a new situation, concept or question but can struggle to do so with clarity.

Is developing some interest in geographical issues and their place in the world.

Able to research ideas when fully supported/directed.

Can use simple data.

Undertakes enquiry tasks with structure and support.

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Beginning to name places

Beginning to use basic geographical terminology.

Beginning to acknowledge simple patterns and processes.

Beginning to use the key vocabulary in the correct context/situation. Geographical literacy and numeracy is emerging.

Geographical decisions can be based on unsubstantiated reasoning.

Data handling is a real challenge and at times a barrier to understanding.

Beginning to make simplistic

links between geographical

concepts.

Beginning to notice patterns –

but not necessarily able to

explain them.

Starting to develop the ability to ask geographical questions.

Attempts enquiry tasks with structure and support.

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Geography Year 8

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Strand 1: Causation Strand 2:Evidential Strand 3: Change and Continuity

Strand 4: Knowledge and understanding (sense of period)

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Confidently using causation language to explain the nature and impact of the causes leading up to the event

Evaluates the causes to form a judgement

Beginning to use counter-factual arguments to the importance of certain causes

Using a range of evidence to construct a well-reasoned and sustained argument

Confidently analyse the origin and purpose of the source and the attributed significance

Successfully able to explain reasons why different interpretations have been formed about the past

Confidently explain reasons why beliefs, systems and ways of life remain the same, or change, over time

Able to explain pace and nature of change and continuity

Consistently using sophisticated historical terminology to construct an argument

Able to confidently discuss different historical periods interchangeably

Researching independently to develop subject knowledge

Extensive reading around the topic to enhance their sense of period

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Using causation language to explain the nature and impact of the causes leading up to the event

Explains why some causes are more important than others to begin to make a judgement

Able to make accurate inferences from the sources

Using a range of evidence to construct a well-reasoned argument

Confidently analyse the origin and purpose of the source

Able to explain reasons why different interpretations have been formed about the past describe different interpretations about the past

Able to explain reasons why beliefs, systems and ways of life remain the same, or change, over time

Beginning to explain pace and nature of change and continuity

Able to identify and explain turning points

Using increasingly sophisticated historical terminology to construct an argument

Can draw upon prior learning to compare and contrast different historical periods

Researching independently to develop subject knowledge

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Beginning to use causation language to explain the nature and impact of the causes leading up to the event

Explains why some causes are more important than others

Able to use the sources to make inferences

Using a range of evidence to construct an argument

Able to analyse the origin and purpose of the source

Beginning to explain reasons why different interpretations have been formed about the past describe different interpretations about the past

Beginning to explain reasons why beliefs, systems and ways of life remain the same, or change, within a historical period

Able to identify and describe turning points

Can write about a historical period with confidence using detailed relevant knowledge and accurate terminology

Beginning to research independently to develop subject knowledge

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Increasingly including detailed description of relevant reasons and causes leading to events

Beginning to establish patterns of causation

Able to use the sources to make inferences

Using a range of evidence to begin to construct an argument

Able to discuss the origin and purpose of the source

Able to describe different interpretations have been formed about the past

Detailed description of relevant changes within a historical period

Beginning to identify that some beliefs, systems and ways of life remain the same within a historical period

Increasingly able to use period specific vocabulary in their writing

Can demonstrate increasingly detailed and relevant knowledge

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Able to identify and starting to describe detail from the source

Beginning to use evidence in their writing

Able to identify and describe relevant changes within a historical period

Able to use some period specific vocabulary in their writing

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History Year 8

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Subject: ICT and Computing

Assessment criteria for Scheme of Work Year 8

Strand 1: Algorithms Strand 2: Programs Strand 3: Data Strand 4: Computers Strand 5: Communication

and the Internet

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Different algorithms may have different performance characteristics for the same task. The choice of an algorithm should be influenced by the data structure and data values that need to be manipulated.

Familiarity with several key algorithms [sorting and searching].

The use of relational operators and logic to control which program statements are executed, and in what order. Abstraction by using functions and procedures (definition and call).

Introduction to binary manipulation.

Representations of:

o Sounds [both involving analogue to digital conversion, e.g. WAV, and free of such conversion, e.g. MIDI]

o Pictures [e.g. bitmap] and video.

Not every computer is obviously a computer (most electronic devices contain computational devices)

Basic architecture: CPU, storage (e.g. hard disk, main memory), input/output (e.g. mouse, keyboard)

How data is transported on the Internet

How search engines work and how to search effectively. Advanced search queries with Boolean operators.

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The need for accuracy of both algorithm and data [difficulty of data verification; garbage in, garbage out] An algorithm is a sequence of precise steps to solve a given problem.

A single problem may be solved by several different algorithms.

Programming is a problem-solving activity, and there are typically many different programs that can solve the same problem.

Variables and assignment.

Programs can work with different types of data [integers, characters, strings].

Personal information should be accurate, stored securely, used for limited purposes and treated with respect.

Social and ethical issues raised by the role of computers in our lives. Computers are devices for executing programs

Computers are general-purpose devices (can be made to do many different things)

An end-to-end understanding of what happens when a user requests a web page in a browser.

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to solve a problem is driven by what is required of the solution [such as code

A well-written program tells a reader the story of how it works, both in the code and

Data may contain errors and that this affects the search results and decisions based on the data. Errors may be

The above applies to devices with embedded computers (e.g. digital cameras), handheld technology (e.g.

The role of search engines in allowing users to find specific web pages and a

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complexity, speed, amount of memory used, amount of data, the data source and the outputs required].

It can be easier to plan, test and correct parts of an algorithm separately.

Algorithms can be represented symbolically [flowcharts] or using instructions in a clearly defined language [turtle graphics].

in human-readable comments

A web page is an HTML script that constructs the visual appearance. It is also the carrier for other code that can be processed by the browser.

Computers can be programmed so they appear to respond ‘intelligently’ to certain inputs.

reduced using verification and validation.

smart phones) and personal computers.

A variety of operating systems and application software is typically available for the same hardware.

Users can prevent or fix problems that occur with computers (e.g. connecting hardware, protection against viruses)

basic understanding of how results may be ranked.

Issues of safety and security from a technical perspective. A network is a collection of computers working together

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Algorithms can include selection (if) and repetition (loops).

Algorithms may be decomposed into component parts (procedures), each of which itself contains an algorithm.

Algorithms should be stated without ambiguity and care and precision are necessary to avoid errors.

Programs are unambiguous and that care and precision is necessary to avoid errors.

Programs are developed according to a plan and then tested. Programs are corrected if they fail these tests.

The behaviour of a program should be planned.

Binary (yes/no) answers can directly provide useful information (e.g. present or absent), and be used for decision. The difference between constants and variables in programs.

Computers consist of a number of hardware components each with a specific role [e.g. CPU, Memory, Hard disk, mouse, monitor].

Both the operating system and application software store data (e.g. in memory and a file system)

The Internet supports multiple services (e.g. the Web, e-mail, VoIP)

The relationship between web servers, web browsers, websites and web pages.

The format of URLs.

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Algorithms are developed according to a plan and then tested. Algorithms are corrected if they fail these tests.

Algorithms are sets of instructions for achieving goals, made up of

One or more mechanisms for repeating the execution of a sequence of statements, and using the value of some data item to control the number of times the sequence is repeated

Computers use binary switches (on/off) to store information. Information can be stored and communicated in a variety of forms e.g. numbers, text, sound, image, video.

Computers are devices for executing programs.

Application software is a computer program designed to perform user tasks.

The operating system is a software that manages the relationship between the

Enter a website address to view a specific website and navigate between pages and sites using the hyperlinks. The Internet is a collection of computers connected together sharing the same

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pre-defined steps *the ‘how to’ part of a recipe for a cake+.

Algorithms can be represented in simple formats [storyboards and narrative text].

They can describe everyday activities and can be followed by humans and by computers.

Computers need more precise instructions than humans do.

Steps can be repeated and some steps can be made up of smaller steps.

Programs can model and simulate environments to answer “What if” questions. Programs can be created using visual tools. Programs can work with different types of data. They can use a variety of control structures [selections and procedures]. A computer program is a sequence of instructions written to perform a specified task with a computer.

The idea of a program as a sequence of statements written in a programming language [Scratch]

One or more mechanisms for selecting which statement sequence will be executed, based upon the value of some data item

application software and the hardware. Computers are electronic devices using stored sequences of instructions. Computers typically accept input and produce outputs, with examples of each in the context of PCs. Many devices now contain computers

way of communicating. The internet is not the web, and the web is not the internet.

These connections can be made using a range of technologies (e.g. network cables, telephone lines, wifi, mobile signals, carrier pigeons) That the World Wide Web contains a very large amount of information.

Web browser is a program used to use view pages.

Each website has a unique name.

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STRAND 1: Listening STRAND 2: Speaking STRAND 3: Reading (+ translation into English)

STRAND 4: Writing (+translation into French/Spanish)

EXCELLING

I can understand a range of details from a wider range of contexts and deduce the meaning of some unfamiliar language.

I can speak at length and in detail using three tenses and using a wider range of structures. My pronunciation and intonation is very accurate.

I can understand a range details from a wider range of contexts and deduce the meaning of some unfamiliar language.

I can write at length and in detail using three tenses and include a range of structures. My spelling and grammar is very accurate.

EXCEEDING I can understand details of familiar language and use context to deduce meaning of some unfamiliar language.

I can speak at length and in detail about present AND past OR future events and include a range of structures. My pronunciation and intonation is mainly accurate.

I can understand details of familiar language and use context to deduce meaning of some unfamiliar language.

I can write an extended piece about present AND past OR future events using a variety of language structures. My spelling and grammar is mainly accurate and I can organise my ideas clearly.

ACHIEVING I can understand main points and some of the smaller details from a longer piece of spoken language on a familiar topic.

I can understand a wider variety of questions and extend my answers using a range of structures including at least two tenses. I can also ask some questions on familiar topics and my pronunciation is generally good.

I can understand main points and some of the smaller details from a longer text on a familiar topic.

I can write a longer paragraph using a range of structures including at least two tenses and adapt my language across a variety of topics with accuracy and independence.

DEVELOPING I can understand main points and some of the smaller details from a short piece of spoken language on a familiar topic.

I can take part in a short conversation and adapt my answers for different scenarios.

I can understand main points and some of the smaller details from a short text on a familiar topic.

I can write a short paragraph independently on familiar topics and my spelling is usually correct.

EMERGING I can pick out the main points of familiar language I have heard and some smaller details.

I can answer simple questions and give basic information.

I can pick out the main points of familiar language I have seen and some smaller details.

I can write some short sentences on familiar topics using an example to help me.

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Mathematics Assessment KS3

Data Handling/Statistics

Geometry Algebra Number Ratio and proportion

Problem solving and communication

Y7 Emerging

Pupils extract and interpret

information presented in

simple tables and lists.

They construct bar charts

and pictograms, where the

symbol represents a group

of units, to communicate

information they have

gathered, and they interpret

information presented to

them in these forms.

Pupils classify 3-D and

2-D shapes in various

ways using

mathematical properties

such as reflective

symmetry for 2-D

shapes. They use non-

standard units, standard

metric units of length,

capacity and mass, and

standard units of time, in

a range of contexts.

They find perimeters of

simple shapes and find

areas by counting

squares.

Pupils use and interpret

coordinates in the first

quadrant.

Pupils generate a

sequence given a simple

rule and can continue a

linear sequence.

Pupils show

understanding of place

value in numbers up to

1000 and use this to

make approximations.

They begin to use

decimal notation and to

recognise negative

numbers, in contexts

such as money and

temperature. Pupils use

mental recall of addition

and subtraction facts to

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involving larger

numbers. They add and

subtract numbers with

two digits mentally and

numbers with three

digits using written

methods.

They use calculators to

perform simple

calculations accurately.

They use mental recall

of the 2, 3, 4, 5 and 10

multiplication tables and

derive the associated

division facts.

They solve whole-

number problems

involving multiplication

or division, including

those that give rise to

remainders.

They use simple

fractions that are several

parts of a whole and

recognise when two

simple fractions are

equivalent.

Pupils can solve

multistep problems

when given

scaffolding.

They can select

from the four

operations to solve

one step problems.

They can present

work in a structured

way when given a

framework.

Y7 Developing or Y8 Emerging

Pupils collect discrete data

and record them using a

frequency table. They

understand and use the

mode and range to describe

sets of data. They group

data, where appropriate, in

equal class intervals,

represent collected data in

frequency diagrams and

interpret such diagrams.

They use words to describe

simple probabilities.

Pupils make 3-D

mathematical models by

linking given faces or

edges, draw common 2-

D shapes in different

orientations on grids.

They reflect simple

shapes in a mirror line.

They choose and use

appropriate units and

instruments,

interpreting, with

appropriate accuracy,

numbers on a range of

They begin to use

simple formulae

expressed in words.

Pupils recognise and

describe number

patterns, and

relationships including

multiple, factor and

square. They construct,

express in symbolic

form, and use simple

formulae involving one

or two operations.

Pupils use their

understanding of place

value to multiply and

divide whole numbers by

10 or 100.

In solving number

problems, pupils use a

range of mental methods

of computation with the

four operations,

including mental recall

of multiplication facts up

to 10x10 and quick

derivation of

They recognise

approximate proportions

of a whole and use

simple fractions and

percentages to describe

these. They calculate

fractional or percentage

parts of quantities and

measurements, using a

calculator where

appropriate. They can

split an amount into a

simple ratio using a

visual aid.

Pupils can solve

simple two stage

problems without

scaffolding.

Pupils are

beginning to

identify keywords

in problems.

They solve simple

problems by trying

possible answers.

They can present

information in a

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measuring instruments.

Pupils understand and

use the formula for the

area of a rectangle.

Pupils use simple angle

language to describe

angles. They convert

one metric unit to

another in context.

corresponding division

facts. They use efficient

written methods of

addition and subtraction

and of short

multiplication and

division. They add and

subtract decimals to two

places and order

decimals to three places.

In solving problems with

or without a calculator,

pupils check the

reasonableness of their

results by reference to

their knowledge of the

context or to the size of

the numbers.

They correctly perform

multistep calculation on

a calculator.

clear way when

instructed.

Y7 Achieving or Y8 Developing

Pupils understand and use

the mean of discrete data.

They compare two simple

distributions, using the

range and one of the mode,

median or mean. They

interpret graphs and

diagrams, including pie

charts, and draw

conclusions. They

understand and use the

probability scale from 0 to

1. Pupils find and justify

probabilities, and

approximations to these, by

selecting and using

methods based on equally

likely outcomes and

experimental evidence, as

appropriate. They

understand that different

outcomes may result from

repeating an experiment.

When constructing

models and when

drawing or using shapes,

pupils measure and draw

angles to the nearest

degree, and use

language associated with

angle. Pupils know the

angle sum of a triangle

and that of angles at a

point. They identify all

the symmetries of 2-D

shapes. They know the

rough metric equivalents

of imperial units still in

daily use. They make

sensible estimates of a

range of measures in

relation to everyday

situations. They solve

problems using angle

and symmetry properties

of polygons.

Pupils use and interpret

coordinates in all four

quadrants.

Simplify simple

algebraic expression

involving adding and

subtraction.

Pupils use their

understanding of place

value to multiply and

divide whole numbers

and decimals by 10,

100 and 1000. They

order, add and subtract

negative numbers in

context. They use all

four operations with

decimals to two places.

Pupils understand and

use an appropriate non-

calculator method for

solving problems that

involve multiplying and

dividing any three-digit

number by any two-digit

number. They check

their solutions by

applying inverse

operations or estimating

using approximations.

They use brackets

appropriately, and follow

correct of operations.

They use a calculator

accurately without loss

of accuracy when

They reduce a fraction

or ratio to its simplest

form by cancelling

common factors and

solve simple problems

involving ratio and

direct proportion. Write

a ratio appropriate for a

simple problem. Split an

amount in a given ratio.

Pupils identify

keywords and

concepts in

questions.

They can identify a

first step to carry

out in multistage

problems.

They can present

simple ideas

clearly.

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intermediate steps give a

decimal/fraction answer

(ANS button!). Y7 Surpassing or

Y8 Achieving

Pupils collect and record

continuous data, choosing

appropriate equal class

intervals over a sensible

range to create frequency

tables. They construct and

interpret frequency

diagrams. They construct

pie charts. Pupils draw

conclusions from scatter

diagrams, and have a basic

understanding of

correlation.

When dealing with a

combination of two

experiments, pupils

identify all the outcomes,

using diagrammatic,

tabular or other forms of

communication. In solving

problems, they use their

knowledge that the total

probability of all the

mutually exclusive

outcomes of an experiment

is 1.

Pupils recognise and use

common 2-D

representations of 3-D

objects. They know and

use the properties of

quadrilaterals in

classifying different

types of quadrilateral.

They solve problems

using angle properties of

intersecting and parallel

lines, and explain these

properties. They

understand and use

appropriate formulae for

finding circumferences

and areas of circles,

areas of plane rectilinear

figures and volumes of

cuboids when solving

problems. They enlarge

shapes by a positive

whole-number scale

factor.

They formulate and

solve linear equations

with whole-number

coefficients. When

exploring number

sequences, pupils find

and describe in words

the rule for the next

term or nth term of a

sequence where the rule

is linear. They represent

mappings expressed

algebraically, and use

Cartesian coordinates

for graphical

representation

interpreting general

features.

Simplify simple

algebraic expression

involving multiplying

and dividing, including

expanding single

bracket.

Pupils order and

approximate decimals

when solving numerical

problems and equations

[for example,

x2 + x = 20], using trial-

and-improvement

methods.

They start to use the

more advanced features

of a scientific calculator.

Pupils are aware of

which number to

consider as

100 per cent, or a whole,

in problems involving

comparisons, and use

this to evaluate one

number as a fraction or

percentage of another.

They understand and use

the equivalences

between fractions,

decimals and

percentages, and

calculate using ratios in

appropriate situations.

They add and subtract

fractions by writing

them with a common

denominator. They

understand the effects of

multiplying and dividing

by numbers between 0

and 1. Recognise when a

problem requires the use

of ratio. They solve

proportion problems in a

range of contexts.

Pupils can solve

more complicated

tasks by using a

range of techniques.

They can generalise

from examples, and

can give

mathematical

arguments.

They use diagrams

to support

workings.

They present

information in a

clear way without

prompting.

Y7 Excelling or Y8 Surpassing

Pupils specify hypotheses

and test them by designing

and using appropriate

methods that take account

of variability or bias. They

determine the modal class

and estimate the mean,

median and range of sets of

grouped data, selecting the

statistic most appropriate

to their line of enquiry.

They use measures of

average and range, with

associated frequency

polygons, as appropriate,

to compare distributions

and make inferences. They

draw a line of best fit on a

scatter diagram, by

They calculate lengths,

areas and volumes in

plane shapes and right

prisms. Pupils enlarge

shapes by a fractional

scale factor, and

appreciate the similarity

of the resulting shapes.

They determine the

locus of an object

moving according to a

rule. They understand

and use compound

measures, such as speed.

Pupils find and describe

in symbols the next

term or nth term of a

sequence where the rule

is quadratic; they

multiply two

expressions of the form

(x + n); they simplify

the corresponding

quadratic expressions.

Simplify simple

algebraic expression

involving (positive

whole number) index

laws. Factorise

expressions into single

bracket.

In making estimates,

pupils round to one

significant figure and

multiply and divide

mentally.

Pupils solve numerical

problems involving

multiplication and

division with numbers

of any size, using a

calculator efficiently

and appropriately. They

understand and use

proportional changes,

calculating the result of

any proportional change

using only

multiplicative methods.

They recognise the

difference between ratio

and fraction and convert

between them.

Pupils solve

problems using a

range of techniques.

They can generalise

results arising from

investigating

problems.

They understand

simple

mathematical

proofs, and

understand the

difference between

proof and

observation.

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inspection. Pupils

understand relative

frequency as an estimate of

probability and use this to

compare outcomes of

experiments. Begin to use

Venn diagrams to solve

problems. Y8 Excelling

Pupils interpret and

construct cumulative

frequency tables and

diagrams, using the upper

boundary of the class

interval. They estimate the

median and interquartile

range and use these to

compare distributions and

make inferences. They

understand how to

calculate the probability of

a compound event and use

this in solving problems.

Understand simple set

notation (intersection and

union).

Pupils understand and

apply Pythagoras’

theorem when solving

problems in two

dimensions.

Pupils understand and

use congruence and

mathematical similarity.

They distinguish

between formulae for

perimeter, area and

volume, by considering

dimensions.

Pupils appreciate the

imprecision of

measurement and

recognise that a

measurement given to

the nearest whole

number may be

inaccurate by up to one

half in either direction.

They evaluate algebraic

formulae, substituting

fractions, decimals and

negative numbers. They

calculate one variable,

given the others, in

formulae such as V =

Yr2h.

They know that a2 – b2 =

(a+b)(a-b).

They solve inequalities

in two variables.

Pupils manipulate

algebraic formulae,

equations and

expressions, finding

common factors and

multiplying two linear

expressions.

Pupils sketch and

interpret graphs of

linear, quadratic, cubic

and reciprocal

functions, and graphs

that model real

situations. Factorise

simple expressions into

double bracket. They

solve simple

inequalities.

Pupils solve problems

involving calculating

with powers, roots and

numbers expressed in

standard form, checking

for correct order of

magnitude.

Pupils round answers to

an appropriate degree of

accuracy.

They choose to use

fractions or percentages

to solve problems

involving repeated

proportional changes or

the calculation of the

original quantity given

the result of a

proportional change.

Pupils can examine

generalisations of

problems and use

them to solve other

problems.

They can solve

problems in a range

of mathematical and

other contexts using

appropriate

mathematics.

They can critique

mathematical

explanations.

They always

present working and

answers in a logical

manner.

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Subject: MUSIC

General Assessment criteria Year 8

Strand 1: Performing Strand 2: Composing Strand 3: Listening & Appraising Strand 4: The Linton Learner

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Students create compositions which modulate and have a coherent understanding of chord progressions using cadences. Melodies include suspensions and other intentional clashes. They compositions draw on internalised sounds and adapt, improvise, develop, extend and discard musical ideas. They use chromatic chords. They use sequencing devices, repetition or use of intervallic expansion.

Students develop a greater knowledge as to how rhythms and melodies develop. They evaluate and make critical judgments about the use of musical conventions and other characteristics. They articulate how scales are altered when performing and composing. They discriminate and explore musical conventions.

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Students perform chords in the right hand with a bass note in the left hand, and add elements of technology to their composition

Students compose melodies to their own chord sequence, using more than the primary chords and understand the need for cadences. They compose in different styles and genres, sustaining and developing musical ideas. They make improvements to their own and others’ work. They use harmonic and non-harmonic devices. They experiment using other and perhaps chromatic chords.

They recognise cadences at the end of phrases. They articulate how music reflects the context in which it is created. They recognize how music is constructed, identifying various structural sequences and how the effect of different instrumental and textural contrasts alter the desired emotions. They consider how music reflects the context in which it is created, performed and heard.

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Students perform with a degree of sensitivity. They refine and improve their work and analyse musical features. They perform their own part with awareness of how the different parts fit together and the need to achieve an overall effect.

Students compose rhythmic and melodic material within given structures using a variety of notations and devices such as melody, rhythm, chords and structure. They refine and improve their work. Their music is carefully structured and they improvise melodic and rhythmic phrases as a part of the group performance. They make musical improvements to their music. They manipulate the matrix from the chords using appropriate fingerings.

Students can identify the dominant and tonic. By listening to different music they evaluate how venue and occasion affect performance. They analyse and compare musical features of similar pieces of music. They attempt to articulate how different timbres and textures provide different sounds which convey different emotions. You understand the structure of “Call and Response”. They identify changes that have taken place in a melody, and describe the effect of that change upon the music.

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Students are able to perform chords on a keyboard. They perform repeated patterns, combining several layers of sound with awareness of the combined effect. They develop ideas within musical structures. They suggest musical improvements to their own and others’ work, commenting on how intentions have been realized.

Students improvise melodic and rhythmic phrases and compose by developing ideas within musical structures. Their melodies move by step and leap and they use Primary Chords. They suggest improvements to their own and others’ work, commenting on how the original intentions have been achieved. They combine layers of sound with awareness of the combined effect. They create a sequence of chords with cadences.

They identify that sounds are created through contrasts within many of the elements of music and by combining many different sonorities. They can identify a simple chord progression. They can identify where changes have taken place in a melody. They describe, compare and evaluate different kinds of music using appropriate vocabulary. They know how venue, occasion and purpose affects the way that the music is created, performed and heard.

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Strand 1: Practical Performance Strand 2: Knowledge & Understanding Strand 3: Health & Fitness Ex

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I can perform a range of core skills with some precision, control and fluency, incorporating more advanced skills. I am able to use these consistently in both isolated exercises and competitive situations. Using all of these skills combined I have become an effective performer and have an influence upon the activity. I can see strengths and weaknesses in my peers and suggest how they can improve.

I can apply a variety of tactics and strategies in a range of situations. I know the rules and regulations of most activities. I am able to select and apply the appropriate strategies within a competitive situation, with it having a positive impact upon performance. I can modify and select skills and tactics and adapt these to my own performance.

I have excellent levels of fitness which makes my performance extremely effective. I can deal with all demands of the lesson or activity and I use this to my advantage in order to outwit my opponent, perform a sequence etc.

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I can perform a range of core skills with some accuracy and control, with a few advanced skills. I have been able to use these consistently in isolated exercises and have started to implement them into my performance in competitive situations. My performance is consistent and I am making an impact in competitive situations.

I can apply appropriate strategies and ideas in many situations. I know the rules and regulations of most activities. Using my understanding of the activities I can exploit the weaknesses of my opponent.

My fitness levels are good. I can now last the full duration of the lesson or activity without requiring a break. Due to this I am now becoming a more effective performer as I can deal with the demands required of me.

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I can perform a range of core skills, with varying accuracy and control. I am now able to use these consistently in isolated exercises. I have started to limit the number of mistakes made which means I becoming a more effective performer.

I can apply several strategies and ideas in most situations. I know a variety of rules and regulations. I am able to apply a couple of strategies to my advantage when performing.

I now have an adequate level of fitness, both physically and psychologically. I can now last nearly the full duration of the lesson or activity, but at times I still require a break.

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I can perform some core skills in a number of activities and have begun to use these more frequently when performing. However, when under pressure I still make mistakes which affects my performance.

I can apply a number of strategies and ideas. I know a selection of rules and regulations. I have started to use these rules to my advantage.

My fitness levels have improved, both physically and psychologically. I can now participate for longer periods of time within lessons/the activity, however, my performance is still limited by this.

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I can apply a few strategies and ideas to situations. I know a few rules and regulations.

I have very limited fitness levels, whether this is physical or psychological, which severely limits my performance for the activity.

Assessment criteria for: PHYSICAL EDUCATION Year 8

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Assessment criteria for: Religious Studies Year 8

Strand 1: Knowledge and Understanding

Strand 2: Evaluation and Analysis Strand 3: Enquiry Strand 4: Skills

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Explains religious, ethical and philosophical concepts in significant depth.

Able to make links between religions and complex concepts using specific examples, religious teachings and historical and cultural context to support beliefs and opinions.

Able to identify, describe and explain advantages and disadvantages/consequences of a variety of religious and non-religious beliefs and opinions.

Shows clear understanding of the concept of moral authority.

Able to evaluate and analyse information in a variety of forms before reaching a conclusion based on reason and evidence and an understanding of historical and cultural context.

Able to create new lines of thought that go beyond initial teaching and learning.

Able to demonstrate ‘real’ independent thinking and make sense of the world around them.

Able to take account of the cultural and historical context of a variety of beliefs, teachings and practices.

Asks complex philosophical and ethical questions and makes attempts to answer these complex questions.

Able to question ideas and concepts in depth.

Undertakes independent research with enthusiasm.

Takes a full interest in wider philosophical, religious and ethical issues and their place in the world and is able to apply this during class discussions/ debates.

Is critical in their approach to enquiry and handling of religious texts/ articles etc.

Where homework is concerned, this student goes above and beyond what is required and shows a genuine love of learning.

High level of literacy and numeracy skills that can be applied to philosophical, ethical and religious concepts.

Problems are solved with appropriate ‘real world’ connections.

Evidence of substantial thought in extended writing.

Able to use the PEEL AND BTAP structure with ease.

Excellent use of key terminology throughout their work.

Homework is carried out with care and diligence and consistently completed to a high standard.

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Explains a variety of beliefs and concepts in depth.

Able to make links between concepts using specific examples, religious texts/ case studies to support a range of beliefs and opinions.

Able to identify, describe and explain advantages and disadvantages/consequences to a range of various beliefs, teachings and practices.

Shows clear understanding of the concept of moral authority.

Able to evaluate information before reaching a conclusion based on reason and evidence.

Able to create new lines of thought that go beyond initial teaching and learning.

Able to demonstrate ‘real’ independent thinking and make sense of the world around them.

Able to take account of some of the cultural and historical contexts of a variety of beliefs, teachings and practices.

Able to ask some complex philosophical and ethical questions.

Able to question ideas and concepts.

Undertakes independent research with some support.

Takes an interest in wider philosophical, religious and ethical issues and their place in the world.

Is critical in their approach to enquiry and handling of religious texts/ articles etc.

Where homework is concerned, this student often goes above and beyond what is required and frequently shows a genuine love of learning.

Very good level of literacy and numeracy skills that can be applied to philosophical, ethical and religious concepts.

Problems are solved with appropriate ‘real world’ connections.

Evidence of some deep thought in extended writing.

Able to use the PEEL structure effectively.

Beginning to use the BTA structure in their writing.

Very good use of key terminology throughout their work.

Homework is carried out with care and diligence and consistently completed to a good standard.

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Able to make sense of a variety of beliefs and concepts in depth.

Able to make links between beliefs and concepts using examples, religious texts/ case studies to support beliefs and opinions.

Able to identify, describe and explain advantages and disadvantages/consequences of various beliefs, teachings and practices.

Predominantly shows clear understanding of the concept of moral authority.

Able to evaluate information before reaching a conclusion based on reason and evidence.

Able to demonstrate ‘real’ independent thinking and make sense of the world around them.

Able to take account of some of the cultural and historical contexts of a variety of beliefs, teachings and practices.

Able to ask some complex philosophical and ethical questions.

Able to question ideas and concepts.

Undertakes independent research with support.

Is critical in their approach to enquiry and handling of religious texts/ articles etc.

Where homework is concerned, this student completes activities independently and sometimes shows a genuine love of learning.

A good level of literacy and numeracy skills that can be applied to philosophical, ethical and religious concepts.

Problems are solved with appropriate ‘real world’ connections.

Some evidence of deep thought in extended writing.

Predominantly able to use the PEEL structure without support.

Good use of key terminology throughout their work.

Homework is predominantly carried out with care and diligence and consistently completed to a good standard.

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Developing the ability to make sense of beliefs and concepts.

Developing the ability to make links between beliefs and concepts using examples e.g. religious texts to support beliefs and opinions.

Beginning to identify, describe and explain advantages and disadvantages/consequences of various beliefs, teachings and practices.

Shows some understanding of a variety of beliefs, teachings and practices.

Able to describe information clearly regarding Hinduism, Authority and Sikhism.

Able to explain information clearly regarding the topics being studied in a good level of detail.

Developing the ability to think independently.

Developing the ability to ask some philosophical and ethical questions.

Sometimes able to question beliefs, ideas and concepts.

Where homework is concerned, this student completes activities to a fairly good standard consistently with some support.

Developing a good level of literacy and numeracy skills that can be applied to philosophical, ethical and religious concepts.

Developing the ability to carry out extended pieces writing effectively.

Able to use the PEEL structure with support.

Some use of key terminology in work. Developing the ability to complete homework to a consistently good standard.

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Beginning to understand the Caste System, how people make moral decisions and what it means to be a Sikh.

Beginning to make appropriate links between different religious beliefs.

Shows some understanding of religious teachings which are sometimes used to support beliefs.

Able to describe information clearly regarding Hinduism, Authority and Sikhism.

Often able to explain information regarding the topics being studied in some detail.

Beginning to think independently.

Beginning to ask some philosophical and ethical questions.

Beginning to question beliefs, ideas and concepts.

Where homework is concerned,

this student sometimes

completes activities to a

satisfactory standard, with

support.

Beginning to develop a satisfactory level of literacy and numeracy skills that can be applied to philosophical, ethical and religious concepts.

Beginning to use the PEEL structure with support.

Beginning to use key terminology appropriately in their work.

Frequently able to complete homework to a satisfactory standard.

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Science - Biology assessment criteria for KS3 Year 7 and 8

B1.1- Cells B1.2- Body systems B1.3-Reproduction B2.1- Health and Lifestyle

B2.2- E ecosystem processes

B2.3- Adaptation and Inheritance

Excelling Link the function of organelles to life processes Compare and contrast specialised features of cells and unicellular organisms Explain which substances move in to and out of cells and why they are needed Explain concentration gradients

Explain the interdependence of organs and organ system within organisms Describe specific adaptations of the fine structure of the gas exchange systems e.g. alveoli Understand lung measurements and apply to situations relating to fitness and sports. Explain the link between structure and function of the skeletal system

Describe how maternal environment influences foetal development Describe hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle Relate puberty and adolescence to hormonal changes Explain how different parts of the reproductive system work

Make health comparisons between foods Relate the results of food tests to everyday situations Explain why different people require different amounts of energy Relate adaptation of structure of the digestive system and relate to function (including small intestine)

Explain how proteins are made for plant growth Explain how some chemosynthetic organisms form symbiotic relationships Explain why views of chemosynthesis have changed over time Explain how reactants for respiration get in to cells

Explain the effect of competition on populations Interpret data to explain trends and draw conclusions about predator prey relationships Explain how variation gives rise to different species Represent variation using appropriate graphs Explain how poor communication between teams held back the discovery of DNA structure

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Calculate magnification and justify the choice of lens used

Describe different joint injuries and the influence they can have on biomechanics Evaluate accuracy and precision in relation to models of the joint Explain how muscles groups interact with other tissues to generate movement

together to perform different functions Explain in detail how a contraction brings about birth

Explain the link between bacteria and a healthy gut environment Evaluate the impact of recreational and medicinal drugs on people, society and specific groups e.g. sports people.

Explain the sauce of reactants and usage of products in aerobic respiration Explain why toxic materials have greater effect on top predators in a good chain Explain why organisms within the same ecosystem have different niches

Create an evolutionary tree and present reasoned arguments to justify Interpret evidence in a range of scientific texts to explain the most likely theory.

Surpassing Explain similarities and differences between plant and animals cells Explain functions of organelles within plant and animal cells Link structure to function in specialised cells

Explain how different tissues, organs and organ systems work together. Describe how the gas exchange system interacts with other organ systems Explain the similarities and

Explain how pollination relates to global food security Explain the process of germination and how seeds and fruits develop Explain the key events and stages in

Explain the how each nutrient in the body contributes to a healthy balanced diet Explain why testing foods is important Explain how an unhealthy diet

Explain the importance of photosynthesis in the food chain Explain how plants obtain reactants Explain how the leaf is specifically adapted and role

Explain the effect of competition on the individual Explain how adaptations help an organism survive in its environment Explain how organisms adapt to seasonal change

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Identify which substances move into and out of cells Explain the process of diffusion Explain what each part of the microscope does and how it is used

differences in the bell jar model and breathing system. Explain how to measure lung volumes Explain the relationship between bones and joints in the skeleton Explain how the different parts of the joint allow it to function Use units of force to describe and explain joint function Explain why it is necessary to have both muscles in an antagonistic pair to create movement

human and mammalian gestation Describe changes during the menstrual cycle (without details of hormones) Explain the main changes during puberty Explain how the adaptations of some structure relate to function Compare the male and female gametes and describe the sequences involved in fertilisation Describe accurately the sequence of events during gestation

causes health issues Describe the process of digestion and how each part works in sequence and link to how enzymes affect the rate of digestion Explain why people choose to take drugs, alcohol and why they smoke, being aware of implications of each Discuss the impact of exercise, asthma and smoking on the respiratory system

of chloroplasts in PS Explain deficiency in plants Compare similarities and differences between photosynthesis and chemosynthesis Explain the differences between two types of respiration Explain the link between food chains and energy Explain why a food web is more accurate than a food chain Explain interdependence

Explain how competition can lead to adaptation and extinction Explain how some variation is effected by environmental and inherited factors Explain the causes of continuous and discontinuous variation Explain how the DNA model was formulated and how characteristics are inherited and coded for by genes Explain the contribution of scientific teams build upon the work of others Explain how natural selection leads to evolution and how we know organisms have changed over time Explain the purpose of gene banks Explain factors that may have led to extinction

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and why diversity is important

Achieving Describe similarities and differences of animal and plant cell Describe all functions of the components of cells Describe examples of specialised cells Describe diffusion as the movement of material between and in cells

Define and state what cells, tissues, organs, organ systems and organisms are. State how parts of the gas exchange system are adapted to function Describe the process of inhalation and exhalation and link to the bell jar model Describe the structure of the skeleton and label at least 10 bones Describe the fine structure of a joint

Describe how plants can pollinate through wind and insect vectors Describe the main changes that happen during puberty State all parts of the human reproductive systems and all their functions Describe the structure and function of gametes Describe the sequences of events during gestation,

Explain the role of each nutrient in the body Describe the positive result for each food test and be able to carry out each one Describe some health issues caused by someone with an unhealthy diet Describe the function of main parts of digestive system and the role of enzymes within this Describe how alcohol and drugs

Describe the process of photosynthesis and state the word equation Describe the structure and function of the components in the leaf Describe how a plant uses minerals for healthy growth and explain the role of nitrates (Linked to root hair structure) Describe how chemosynthesis takes place and describe the process Describe the process of

Describe some resources that plants and animals compete for and how animals are adapted to environments Describe how organisms adapt to environmental changes Describe how variation in species occurs and a difference between environmental and inherited variation Describe the difference between continuous and discontinuous variation Describe how characteristics are inherited through DNA and genes and knowledge of DNA structure Describe the process of natural selection and how organisms evolve over time Describe some factors which lead to extinction

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State the magnification on a light microscope Prepare and observe cells in a microscope slide safely

Carry out and record measurements relating to antagonistic muscle groups and joints Describe the function of major muscle groups

birth and the menstrual cycle

and smoking affect pregnancy and foetal development Calculate energy requirements measuring in calories Evaluate the consequences of an unhealthy diet

respiration (aerobic and anaerobic) Describe what food webs and food chains show Describe how toxins materials can accumulate in a food chain Identify niches in ecosystems

Developing Label all plants of an animal and plant cell Describe some function of these roles Identify one similarity and one difference between plant and animal cells

State what is meant by; cells, tissue, organ, organ system, organism. Describe the fine and detailed structure of the gas exchange system State the composition of inhaled and exhaled air using data.

Label all parts of a flower, know some methods of seed dispersal and pollination Label a few parts of the human reproductive system and state their function State the definition of adolescence and puberty

Describe the components of a healthy diet Know that colour changes identify presence/absence of nutrients State that different people require different amounts of energy

State the products of photosynthesis State the function of chloroplasts State that nitrates are essential for plant growth

State some resources that plants and animals compete for Give a possible reason for adaptation and extinction State that variation is caused by variation and inheritance State that two types of graph can represent the two types of variation State that more than one scientist was involved in discovering DNA

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Give examples of specialised cells and their roles e.g. amoeba and euglena State simply what diffusion is Describe the how to use a microscope using terminology

State what each part of a bell jar model of breathing represents List the functions of the skeletal system State how muscles exert force during movement State the definition of antagonistic muscles

State what is meant by fertilisation and how long it takes to develop in to a baby

Label parts of digestive system and describe what enzymes do Describe the difference between recreational and medicinal drugs State that alcohol and drugs and smoking affect pregnancy and foetal development Name some deficiency diseases

State the energy source for chemosynthesis State the reactants for aerobic and anaerobic respiration State the definition of a food web State that toxic bacteria can develop in food chains Describe how different organisms co-exist in an ecosystem

State that organisms have changed over time, give examples State how scientists try to prevent extinction

Emerging Label some parts of a plant and animal cell

State the sequence of hierarchy e.g. cells, tissue, organ, organ system, organism.

Label some reproductive parts of a flower Label some parts of mammalian

Name all 7 nutrients that are needed by the human body State that food can be tested for

State where photosynthesis takes place

Name an environmental change State what is meant by variation and adaptation

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Understand that different cells have different roles Use a compound light microscope to observe a prepared slide with assistance.

State the parts of the gas exchange system State the role and actions of the rib cage and diaphragm in ventilation Name the basic parts of the skeleton State where joints are found Carry out an experiment and make simple observations relating to joints State the names of some muscles and describe their basic function

reproduction systems Identify basic changes during adolescence and puberty including definition of menstrual cycle State the definition of a gamete and gestation

starch, sugar, lipids, and protein State one problem of someone with an unhealthy diet State the parts of the digestive system and what is meant by digestion including identifying some enzymes Name some recreational and medicinal drugs and one effect of alcohol and smoking on health and behaviour

Name the main structure of a leaf Name minerals required for plant growth Name an organism that carries out chemosynthesis State the requirements of aerobic respiration and anaerobic respiration Define a food chain State how populations of

State that there are two types of variation State what is meant by a gene State how survival rates differ for successful adaptation State what extinction means

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organisms affect one another and how they coexist

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Key Stage 3 Science assessment criteria for Chemistry Year 7 and 8

C1.1- Particles C1.2- Elements, atoms, compounds

C1.3-Reactions C1.4- acids and alkalis

C2.1- periodic table

C2.2- separation techniques

C2.3 metals and acids

C2.4 the earth

Excelling Use ideas about how fast (kinetic energy) particles are moving to explain the property of a substance

Calculate the percentage of a given element within a compound. Evaluate why compounds have different properties to their elements

Can construct energy level diagrams to explain whether a reaction is exothermic or endothermic Use calculations as proof for the Law of Conservation of Mass Convert simple word equations into (balanced) symbol equations

Explain what pH measures Write a balanced symbol equation to represent neutralisation Write balanced formula equations for neutralisation reactions

Use the pattern in group 1 metals to explain the pattern in group 2 metals Explain the relationship between the number of electrons on the outer shell and which group an element is in Able to write balanced formulae equations for the displacement of halides

Understand how position of equilibria determines how far a solute will travel in a solvent (chromatography) Explain the technique used to separate a mixture of chemicals; using the particle model and relevant keywords to describe in the detail the process

Predict the reactivity of metals using information about their behaviour Able to write balanced formulae equations for the reaction of metals with acids, oxygen and water Write balanced formulae equations to illustrate examples of metal extraction Convert the mass of metal in an ore to a % Compare and explain why polymers have different properties

Explain the mechanism by which carbon dioxide absorbs energy with reference to the particle model Able to construct models that explain how different types of rock are formed

Surpassing Use ideas about energy to explain why materials change state

Define a compound in terms of different atoms (chemically) bonded together. AND represent this

Explain why oxidation reactions are not useful Explain the term oxidation

Compare the different particles found in acids and alkalis

Predict the reactivity of an element based on where it is in group 1 or group 7

Explain how chromatography separates mixtures Relate particle arrangements in

Can construct formulae equations to describe the reactions of metals with

Relate ideas about crystal size with the type of igneous rock (extrusive and intrusive)

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Use ideas about energy to explain the different factors that affect diffusion in a liquid

correctly in diagram form. Calculate the formula mass of given compounds

Convert word equations into symbol equations Calculate the mass of reactants and products Use the particle model to explain what happens during a chemical reaction

Categorise substances as strong or weak acids and alkalis using pH values Able to interpret a pH curve Predict the formulae for products of neutralisation reactions

Predict what will happen when reacting halogens with salts (displacement reactions)

mixtures to the techniques used to separate them Describe how to produce a soluble salt

acids, oxygen and water Explain why a displacement reaction will happen or not Explain why metals can be extracted using carbon Calculate the mass of metal in a given ore Evaluate he advantages and disadvantages of using composites, polymers and ceramics

Misconception: Understand the function of ozone in the atmosphere compared with carbon dioxide Able to evaluate models used to describe global warming

Achieving Use the particle model to describe changes of state Use the particle model to describe what happens when solids diffuse through the liquid Recognise that particles vibrate in a solid

Define a compound in terms of different atoms (chemically) bonded together. OR represent this correctly in diagram form. Link element names to their chemical symbols.

Describe the characteristics of an exothermic and endothermic reaction Predict the products of combustion reactions Identify the reactants and products in a word equation Understand the term “Conservation of mass”

Able to use the pH scale to measure acidity and alkalinity Describe how pH changes during a neutralisation reaction Identify examples of neutralisation reactions Describe what a salt is Predict the salt formed when acids react with metals or bases

Interpret data to describe patterns in the properties of Group 1 and Group 7 Elements Use patterns to Identify differences in the properties of group 1 and group 7 elements Use patterns to classify an element as a metal or non-metal

Explain how distillation works Explain what a saturated solution is Use the particle model to describe what happens when a substance dissolves Identify a solvent, solute and solution in a given scenario Describe the technique of paper chromatography

Can construct word equations to describe the reactions of metals with acids, oxygen and water Write a word equation for the test for hydrogen Able to use state symbols Can rank metals in order of reactivity Use the reactivity series to predict if a

Explain three impacts of global warming Explain how fossils can be used to identify the conditions under which sedimentary rocks were formed Able to use a key to identify the type of rock Explain the rock cycle

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Explain what happens in a displacement reaction

displacement reaction will occur Describe the properties of polymers Link the properties of a material to how it is used

Developing Use the particle model to represent the arrangement of solids, liquids and gases Use the particle model to represent the arrangement of the solid and the material when diffusing through the liquid

Correctly link elements and compounds to their chemical symbols. (some minor errors in representation may occur eg H2O) identify different elements within a compound from model diagrams

Explain the difference between an exothermic and endothermic reaction Explain what fuels react with when they burn Able to write a simple word equation State what a decomposition reaction is.

Describe the hazards related to acids and alkalis Describe how universal indicator can be used to compare acidic, neutral and alkali solutions State simply what happens during a neutralisation reaction Link the type of salt formed to the acid used in a reaction

State a chemical and physical property of Group 1 Group 7 Group 0 Elements Identify a difference in the properties of two elements in the same group

Describe how boiling points are used to separate out liquids Name the filtrate and residue in a given situation Describe how temperature affects solubility Understand that mixtures are not chemically joined State how different mixtures can be separated

State the products of the reactions of metal with acids, oxygen, and water State where metals are found in the reactivity series

Explain where different types of rock are formed State an impact of global warming Name the main components of the atmosphere

Emerging Describe the processes when materials change state Describe the relationship between temperature and rate of diffusion

Represent the idea that atoms can bond together (either in words or in diagram form) Identify the number of atoms in a compound from model diagrams

State what a physical change is State what a fuel is Able to use a word equation to identify the reactants and products in a reaction

Name common properties of acids and alkalis State different types of indicators Understand the type of chemicals made when an acid and alkali react

State common properties of metals Explain where the metals and non-metals are on the periodic table Able to identify a “group” using a periodic table

Understand that a solution contains dissolved particles Describe how you would separate a solid and a liquid (filtration) State what types of mixtures can be separated by distillation

Understand the test for hydrogen gas State what the reactivity series is State some uses of ceramics, composites and polymers

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State some properties of ceramics and composites Able to define what a polymer is

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Physics assessment criteria for KS3 (overview) Years 7 and 8

P1 1.1 - Forces Year 7

P1.2 – Sound Year 7

P1 1.3 – Light Year 7

P1 1.4 – Space Year 7

P2.1 – Electricity & Magnetism Year 8

P2.2 – Energy Year 8

P2.3 – Motion & Pressure Year 8

Excelling Explain non-contact forces in terms of field strengths. Quantitatively determine weight and/or mass using gravitational field strength formula. Analyse force-extension graphs using Hooke’s law to explain extension behaviour of elastic objects. Make predictions about pairs of forces acting in unfamiliar situations.

Pressure waves transferring energy; use for cleaning and physiotherapy by ultra-sound; waves transferring information for conversion to electrical signals by microphone Explain why we cannot hear the Sun

Colours and the different frequencies of light, white light and prisms (qualitative only); differential colour effects in absorption and diffuse reflection Use of ray model to explain the refraction of light and action of convex lens in focusing (qualitative); the human eye and Calculate the distance light will travel in a light year

Explain why we experience regular seasons on Earth in terms of light concentration and the Earth’s tilt relative to the Sun at different points in the year (for both hemispheres). Explain how the different moon phases are produced in terms of the relative positions of the Earths, Sun and Moon. Explain why it is possible to see an eclipse on some of the planets in the Solar System but not others.

Explain the magnetic effect of a current in terms of charge movement, electromagnets and D.C motors. Predict how charged objects will interact. Compare properties of a gravitational field to an electric field. Predict the current and potential difference in different circuits (series and parallel). Measure current and potential difference accurately in a number of places in a circuit (series and parallel). Explain similarities and differences between series and parallel circuits. Predict the effect of changing the rating of a bulb or battery in a circuit. Explain the causes of resistance and what factor affect it. Explain how an electromagnet works. Predict the effect of changes to an electromagnet with scientific justification.

Heating and thermal equilibrium, temperature differences between 2 objects leading to energy transfer from the hotter to the cooler one through conduction or radiation; such transfers tending to reduce the temperature difference of the insulators. Internal energy stored in materials Accurately comparing Kilowatt hours and Joules Comparing the starting with the final conditions of a system and describing increases and decreases in the amounts of energy associated with positions in a field, in elastic distortions and in chemical compositions Ability to accurately change the subject of the work done equation below

Ability to accurately change the subject to use the equations below Moments as the turning effect of a force accurate use of moment = force x distance Understanding of conservation of mass

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Exceeding Explain how non-contact forces can vary in terms of field strengths and other relevant factors (e.g. mass and/or distance for gravitational fields). State Hooke’s law. Describe all forces and their effects using the correct names and explain how some of these arise in terms of particle behaviour and interaction pairs. Produce accurate - to scale - force arrow diagrams with appropriate labels in two-dimensions.

Waves on water as undulations which travel through the water with transverse motion; these waves can be reflected, and add or cancel – superposition Explain what is meant by supersonic travel Compare the time taken for sound and light to travel the same distance

The transmission of light through materials; absorption, diffuse scattering and specular reflection at surfaces Use of ray model to explain imaging in the pinhole camera, Compare the time taken for sound and light to travel the same distance

Explain the orbits of solar system objects in terms of gravitational fields and field strength. Describe how both lunar and solar eclipses form in terms of the relative positions of the Earth, Moon and Sun and the formation of local umbra and penumbra shadows. Explain how properties and features of planets are linked to their place in the Solar System. Use data to show the effect of Earth’s tilt on temperature and day-length.

Describe what is meant by an electric field. Compare properties of insulators and conductors with respect to how easily they can be charged and discharged (quantitative). Set up a circuit to measure current and potential difference. Predict the current and potential difference in different circuits (series only). Measure current and potential difference accurately in a number of places in a circuit (series only). Describe similarities and differences between series and parallel circuits. Calculate “resistance” from current and potential difference data for a components and whole circuits. Explain how a compass works. Explain how magnets can be used in engineering and electronic devices. Describe how a simple motor works.

Kilowatt hours (kWh) as a unit of energy Comparing the starting with the final conditions of a system and describing increases and decreases in the amounts of energy associated with movements and temperatures Understanding of Work done as a concept and energy changes on deformation Energy transfers through contact tend to reduce temperature differences between those objects Compare the advantages and disadvantages of using renewable and non-renewable energy sources

Conservation of material in evaporation, condensation and sublimation Pressure measured by ration of force over area – acting normal to the surface. Accurate use of pressure = force/area Diffusion in liquids and gases driven by differences in concentration Understanding of upthrust effects, floating and sinking and is able to relate these effects to relative density differences

Achieving Describe qualitatively which balanced and unbalanced force systems cause which specific changes in motion. Identify some non-contact forces and describe

Frequencies of sound waves, measured in Hertz (Hz); echoes, reflection and absorption Similarities and differences, including density differences,

Use of ray model to explain imaging in mirrors Light transferring energy from source to absorber leading to chemical and electrical effects;

Describe the structure of the universe in terms of solar systems, stars and galaxies and the relative sizes of these objects. Describe the four different seasons in terms of average temperature, sunlight

Describe the strength of magnets in terms of the concentration of these magnetic field lines. Explain simple observations linked to charge. Explain how objects can become charged

The total energy has the same value before and after a change i.e. conservation of energy Simple machines e.g. levers give

Understanding of sublimation and that it is reversible as a process Changes with temperature in motion and spacing of particles The difference in arrangements, in motion and in closeness of particles explaining

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these using field line diagrams. Compare non-contact and contact forces. Represent force strengths and directions using arrow lengths and orientations on a two-dimensional force-arrow diagram. Construct accurate force-extension straight-line graphs.

between solids, liquids and gases Understanding of why sound travels at different speeds in different materials Compare and contrast the speeds of sound and light Compare and contrast the speeds of sound and light Describe the links between loudness and amplitude and/or between pitch and frequency Describe how the ear works

photo-sensitive materials in the retina and in cameras Speed of light in a range of materials of different densities and why it changes Describe how the eye works Describe how a camera forms and image

hours and the position of the Earth in its orbit around the Sun. Accurately name the phases of the moon and complete/order diagrams of the lunar cycle. Define the term “light-year”. Explain the motion of the Sun, stars and Moon across the sky. Predict phases of the moon at given times.

in terms of charge movement/transfer and forces. Compare properties of insulators and conductors with respect to how easily they can be charged and discharged (qualitative). Use an ammeter and voltmeter to measure current and potential difference respectively. Use a model to describe what is meant my current and potential difference. Define “potential difference” and “rating”. Describe what is meant by “resistance”. Test the effect of changing the properties of an electromagnet. Suggest ways to make a motor turn faster.

bigger force but at the expense of smaller movement (and vice versa): product of force and displacement is therefore unchanged Comparing size of units e.g. energy in J and kJ, power in W and kW, in electrical appliances energy transfers from hotter to cooler objects through contact Describe the differences between renewable and non-renewable energy sources

changes of state, shape and density, the anomaly of ice-water transition Atmospheric pressure, decreases with increase of height as weight of air above decreases with height

Developing Understand that forces can affect the motion (speed and direction) and shape of objects. Identify balanced and unbalanced force systems. Describe most forces using correct names. Use a newtonmeter to measure to measure the size of some forces.

Sound needs a medium to travel, the speed of sound in air, in water, solids Knowledge of these speeds and qualitatively how they are different, but not why

Light waves travel through a vacuum; speed of light in a vacuum State the primary and secondary colours of light Predict how red light (for example) will appear on a white surface State the effect of coloured filters on light

Identify additional objects in the Solar System (i.e. asteroids, comets, meteors, moons around other planets and artificial satellites). Describe similarities and differences between these objects (size, position, material, motion…etc). Define what the Solar System is and what is in it. Describe the motion of the Sun, stars and Moon across the sky.

Construct diagrams of magnetic field lines. Draw magnetic field lines for bar magnets. Know how different charges interact with each other in terms of attraction, repulsion. Describe how to charge up insulators. Identify the charge of a proton, an electron and a neutron. Name the equipment used to measure current and to measure potential difference. Describe what is meant by current and

An understanding that other processes and mechanisms transfer energy; changing motion dropping an object, completing an electric circuit, stretching a spring, metabolism of food, burning fuels Using physical processes and mechanisms, rather than energy, to explain the intermediate steps that bring about

Reversibility of condensation and evaporation. Conservation of material in freezing and dissolving Pressure in liquids, increasing with depth Speed and the qualitative relationship between average speed, distance and time accurate use of speed = distance/time, but only with speed as the subject The difference between chemical and physical changes and ability to recognise which is which The representation of a journey on a distance-time graph

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how it varies in a series circuit. State a feature of an electromagnet. State a difference between a permanent magnet and an electromagnet. State some uses of an electromagnet.

changes in energy e.g. in the point above Energy as a quantity that can be quantified and calculated. Accurate use of the Work done = force x distance equation, without changing the subject Name some renewable and non-renewable energy sources State the definitions of energy and power

Emerging Describe forces as pushes or pulls. Know that forces come in “interaction pairs”. Identify and name some forces accurately (i.e. weight, support force, friction/drag, air-resistance, upthrust, lift & tension). Understand that forces are measured in Newtons (N). Define “equilibrium”. Represent force strengths and directions using arrow lengths and orientations on a one-dimensional force-arrow diagram.

Sound produced by vibrations of objects, in loud speakers, detected by their effects on microphone diaphragm and the ear drum; sound waves are longitudinal Auditory range of animals and humans Correctly state some properties of waves Name some sources of sound waves State that sound waves travel more slowly than light

The similarities and differences between light waves and waves in matter Correctly state some properties of waves Describe the features of a mirror image Describe how light changes direction when it moves from one material to another Name the parts of the eye Name the parts of a camera

Identify some objects in the Solar System that are visible in the day/night (i.e. the Sun, the 8 planets, the moon). Draw the Solar System to show planets orbiting the Sun and the Moon orbiting the Earth. Understand that the Sun is a star and that our galaxy is called “The Milky Way”. Describe differences between the seasons. Name some moon phases. Name the two types of eclipse.

Describe features of a magnet. State that the Earth has a magnetic field. Know that particles are made charges and that these charges can be either positive or negative. Name what flows in a circuit. State one difference between series and parallel circuits. State the units of resistance, current and the unit of potential difference. List examples of conductors and insulators. State the main parts of a motor.

Comparing energy values of different foods (kJ) Fuels and energy sources an understanding of the meanings of those terms Domestic fuel bills, fuel use and costs Understanding Joules as a unit of measure Name some energy sources State one advantage and one disadvantage of fossil fuels

Reversibility of freezing and dissolving Relative motion: trains and cars passing each other Similarities and differences, including density differences, between solids, liquids and gases Forces as pushes or pulls, arising from the interaction between two objects Understanding of how interaction pairs arise is not required here

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State the link between amplitude and loudness Name some parts of the ear

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Physics assessment criteria for KS3 (overview) Years 7 and 8

P1 1.1 - Forces Year 7

P1.2 – Sound Year 7

P1 1.3 – Light Year 7

P1 1.4 – Space Year 7

P2.1 – Electricity & Magnetism Year 8

P2.2 – Energy Year 8

P2.3 – Motion & Pressure Year 8

Excelling Explain non-contact forces in terms of field strengths. Quantitatively determine weight and/or mass using gravitational field strength formula. Analyse force-extension graphs using Hooke’s law to explain extension behaviour of elastic objects. Make predictions about pairs of forces acting in unfamiliar situations.

Pressure waves transferring energy; use for cleaning and physiotherapy by ultra-sound; waves transferring information for conversion to electrical signals by microphone Explain why we cannot hear the Sun

Colours and the different frequencies of light, white light and prisms (qualitative only); differential colour effects in absorption and diffuse reflection Use of ray model to explain the refraction of light and action of convex lens in focusing (qualitative); the human eye and Calculate the distance light will travel in a light year

Explain why we experience regular seasons on Earth in terms of light concentration and the Earth’s tilt relative to the Sun at different points in the year (for both hemispheres). Explain how the different moon phases are produced in terms of the relative positions of the Earths, Sun and Moon. Explain why it is possible to see an eclipse on some of the planets in the Solar System but not others.

Explain the magnetic effect of a current in terms of charge movement, electromagnets and D.C motors. Predict how charged objects will interact. Compare properties of a gravitational field to an electric field. Predict the current and potential difference in different circuits (series and parallel). Measure current and potential difference accurately in a number of places in a circuit (series and parallel). Explain similarities and differences between series and parallel circuits. Predict the effect of changing the rating of a bulb or battery in a circuit. Explain the causes of resistance and what factor affect it. Explain how an electromagnet works. Predict the effect of changes to an electromagnet with scientific justification.

Heating and thermal equilibrium, temperature differences between 2 objects leading to energy transfer from the hotter to the cooler one through conduction or radiation; such transfers tending to reduce the temperature difference of the insulators. Internal energy stored in materials Accurately comparing Kilowatt hours and Joules Comparing the starting with the final conditions of a system and describing increases and decreases in the amounts of energy associated with positions in a field, in elastic distortions and in chemical compositions Ability to accurately change the subject of the work done equation below

Ability to accurately change the subject to use the equations below Moments as the turning effect of a force accurate use of moment = force x distance Understanding of conservation of mass

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Surpassing Explain how non-contact forces can vary in terms of field strengths and other relevant factors (e.g. mass and/or distance for gravitational fields). State Hooke’s law. Describe all forces and their effects using the correct names and explain how some of these arise in terms of particle behaviour and interaction pairs. Produce accurate - to scale - force arrow diagrams with appropriate labels in two-dimensions.

Waves on water as undulations which travel through the water with transverse motion; these waves can be reflected, and add or cancel – superposition Explain what is meant by supersonic travel Compare the time taken for sound and light to travel the same distance

The transmission of light through materials; absorption, diffuse scattering and specular reflection at surfaces Use of ray model to explain imaging in the pinhole camera, Compare the time taken for sound and light to travel the same distance

Explain the orbits of solar system objects in terms of gravitational fields and field strength. Describe how both lunar and solar eclipses form in terms of the relative positions of the Earth, Moon and Sun and the formation of local umbra and penumbra shadows. Explain how properties and features of planets are linked to their place in the Solar System. Use data to show the effect of Earth’s tilt on temperature and day-length.

Describe what is meant by an electric field. Compare properties of insulators and conductors with respect to how easily they can be charged and discharged (quantitative). Set up a circuit to measure current and potential difference. Predict the current and potential difference in different circuits (series only). Measure current and potential difference accurately in a number of places in a circuit (series only). Describe similarities and differences between series and parallel circuits. Calculate “resistance” from current and potential difference data for a components and whole circuits. Explain how a compass works. Explain how magnets can be used in engineering and electronic devices. Describe how a simple motor works.

Kilowatt hours (kWh) as a unit of energy Comparing the starting with the final conditions of a system and describing increases and decreases in the amounts of energy associated with movements and temperatures Understanding of Work done as a concept and energy changes on deformation Energy transfers through contact tend to reduce temperature differences between those objects Compare the advantages and disadvantages of using renewable and non-renewable energy sources

Conservation of material in evaporation, condensation and sublimation Pressure measured by ration of force over area – acting normal to the surface. Accurate use of pressure = force/area Diffusion in liquids and gases driven by differences in concentration Understanding of upthrust effects, floating and sinking and is able to relate these effects to relative density differences

Achieving Describe qualitatively which balanced and unbalanced force systems cause which specific changes in motion. Identify some non-contact forces and describe these using field line diagrams. Compare non-contact and contact forces. Represent force strengths and directions

Frequencies of sound waves, measured in Hertz (Hz); echoes, reflection and absorption Similarities and differences, including density differences, between solids, liquids and gases

Use of ray model to explain imaging in mirrors Light transferring energy from source to absorber leading to chemical and electrical effects; photo-sensitive materials in the retina and in cameras

Describe the structure of the universe in terms of solar systems, stars and galaxies and the relative sizes of these objects. Describe the four different seasons in terms of average temperature, sunlight hours and the position of the Earth in its orbit around the Sun.

Describe the strength of magnets in terms of the concentration of these magnetic field lines. Explain simple observations linked to charge. Explain how objects can become charged in terms of charge movement/transfer and forces. Compare

The total energy has the same value before and after a change i.e. conservation of energy Simple machines e.g. levers give bigger force but at the expense of smaller movement (and vice versa): product of force and displacement is therefore unchanged

Understanding of sublimation and that it is reversible as a process Changes with temperature in motion and spacing of particles The difference in arrangements, in motion and in closeness of particles explaining changes of state,

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using arrow lengths and orientations on a two-dimensional force-arrow diagram. Construct accurate force-extension straight-line graphs.

Understanding of why sound travels at different speeds in different materials Compare and contrast the speeds of sound and light Compare and contrast the speeds of sound and light Describe the links between loudness and amplitude and/or between pitch and frequency Describe how the ear works

Speed of light in a range of materials of different densities and why it changes Describe how the eye works Describe how a camera forms and image

Accurately name the phases of the moon and complete/order diagrams of the lunar cycle. Define the term “light-year”. Explain the motion of the Sun, stars and Moon across the sky. Predict phases of the moon at given times.

properties of insulators and conductors with respect to how easily they can be charged and discharged (qualitative). Use an ammeter and voltmeter to measure current and potential difference respectively. Use a model to describe what is meant my current and potential difference. Define “potential difference” and “rating”. Describe what is meant by “resistance”. Test the effect of changing the properties of an electromagnet. Suggest ways to make a motor turn faster.

Comparing size of units e.g. energy in J and kJ, power in W and kW, in electrical appliances energy transfers from hotter to cooler objects through contact Describe the differences between renewable and non-renewable energy sources

shape and density, the anomaly of ice-water transition Atmospheric pressure, decreases with increase of height as weight of air above decreases with height

Developing Understand that forces can affect the motion (speed and direction) and shape of objects. Identify balanced and unbalanced force systems. Describe most forces using correct names. Use a newtonmeter to measure to measure the size of some forces.

Sound needs a medium to travel, the speed of sound in air, in water, solids Knowledge of these speeds and qualitatively how they are different, but not why

Light waves travel through a vacuum; speed of light in a vacuum State the primary and secondary colours of light Predict how red light (for example) will appear on a white surface State the effect of coloured filters on light

Identify additional objects in the Solar System (i.e. asteroids, comets, meteors, moons around other planets and artificial satellites). Describe similarities and differences between these objects (size, position, material, motion…etc). Define what the Solar System is and what is in it. Describe the motion of the Sun, stars and Moon across the sky.

Construct diagrams of magnetic field lines. Draw magnetic field lines for bar magnets. Know how different charges interact with each other in terms of attraction, repulsion. Describe how to charge up insulators. Identify the charge of a proton, an electron and a neutron. Name the equipment used to measure current and to measure potential difference. Describe what is meant by current and how it varies in a series circuit. State a feature of an electromagnet. State a difference between a permanent magnet and

An understanding that other processes and mechanisms transfer energy; changing motion dropping an object, completing an electric circuit, stretching a spring, metabolism of food, burning fuels Using physical processes and mechanisms, rather than energy, to explain the intermediate steps that bring about changes in energy e.g. in the point above Energy as a quantity that can be quantified and calculated.

Reversibility of condensation and evaporation. Conservation of material in freezing and dissolving Pressure in liquids, increasing with depth Speed and the qualitative relationship between average speed, distance and time accurate use of speed = distance/time, but only with speed as the subject The difference between chemical and physical changes and ability to recognise which is which The representation of a journey on a distance-time graph

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an electromagnet. State some uses of an electromagnet.

Accurate use of the Work done = force x distance equation, without changing the subject Name some renewable and non-renewable energy sources State the definitions of energy and power

Emerging Describe forces as pushes or pulls. Know that forces come in “interaction pairs”. Identify and name some forces accurately (i.e. weight, support force, friction/drag, air-resistance, upthrust, lift & tension). Understand that forces are measured in Newtons (N). Define “equilibrium”. Represent force strengths and directions using arrow lengths and orientations on a one-dimensional force-arrow diagram.

Sound produced by vibrations of objects, in loud speakers, detected by their effects on microphone diaphragm and the ear drum; sound waves are longitudinal Auditory range of animals and humans Correctly state some properties of waves, name some sources of sound waves, state that sound waves travel more slowly than light State the link between amplitude and loudness Name some parts of the ear

The similarities and differences between light waves and waves in matter Correctly state some properties of waves Describe the features of a mirror image Describe how light changes direction when it moves from one material to another Name the parts of the eye Name the parts of a camera

Identify some objects in the Solar System that are visible in the day/night (i.e. the Sun, the 8 planets, the moon). Draw the Solar System to show planets orbiting the Sun and the Moon orbiting the Earth. Understand that the Sun is a star and that our galaxy is called “The Milky Way”. Describe differences between the seasons. Name some moon phases. Name the two types of eclipse.

Describe features of a magnet. State that the Earth has a magnetic field. Know that particles are made charges and that these charges can be either positive or negative. Name what flows in a circuit. State one difference between series and parallel circuits. State the units of resistance, current and the unit of potential difference. List examples of conductors and insulators. State the main parts of a motor.

Comparing energy values of different foods (kJ) Fuels and energy sources an understanding of the meanings of those terms Domestic fuel bills, fuel use and costs Understanding Joules as a unit of measure Name some energy sources State one advantage and one disadvantage of fossil fuels

Reversibility of freezing and dissolving Relative motion: trains and cars passing each other Similarities and differences, including density differences, between solids, liquids and gases Forces as pushes or pulls, arising from the interaction between two objects Understanding of how interaction pairs arise is not required here

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KS3 Science Year 8