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Handcross Park School

Prep Curriculum Booklet

2016-2017

Contents

Our 10 Core Themes 3

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English 4-5

Mathematics 6-7

Science 8-9

Latin 10-11

Spanish 12-13

French 14-15

Mandarin 16-18

Geography 19-20

History 21-22

Religious Studies and Philosophy 23-24

Music and Drama 25-26

Art and Design and Technology 27-28

Computer Studies 29

PE and Games 30-31

PSHE 32-33

PLTS 34-35

Our 10 Core Themes

Academic Innovation: We have a strong belief in providing an innovative education that extends our children in a variety of ways. We aim to inspire a lifelong love of learning and teachers use a variety of skills to enable

children to reach their own individual potential.

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Pupil Well-being: The well-being of our pupils is of paramount importance to us. A happy child is a productive child; we understand the importance of our children being free to be themselves and this is achieved through a

culture of kindness within our community. Over many years children, parents, staff and inspectors have all agreed that Handcross Park is a very happy and productive school.

Arts and Performance: Art, Music and Drama help children to speak in their own special voice. Opportunities for creativity are numerous and bring out the best in our pupils resulting in growing confidence and enjoyment.

Inclusivity is encouraged, even for the reluctant artist and performer. Children are encouraged to express themselves in a variety of ways.

Sports and Sportsmanship: Sport at Handcross Park is about competition, building friendships and developing character. The experience of victory and defeat, playing as a member of a team and respecting officials and the

opposition are all part of developing individual character. Good sportsmanship is as important as important as winning at Handcross Park. A range of team and individual sports and activities feature heavily in the school week.

Outdoor Education: Our classrooms are everywhere we go. Our lessons are for life. At Handcross Park we like to send our pupils out of the confines of the classroom to develop their learning. With so much to be discovered

both within our stunning grounds and during a wide range of trips and tours at home and abroad, the opportunities are plentiful. The outdoor classroom and Forest School are poular locations for some of our lessons.

International Awareness and Languages: An international awareness is essential for an education that is fit for the 21st Century; our pupils will be entering a global market place and for this reason we are committed to

teaching the most highly spoken languages. Spanish is the main foreign language taught from Reception to Year 8, with French introduced in Year 6. Mandarin is being taught to children from Reception to Year 3 and our plan is

to roll this up through the school. International culture is as important as language knowledge and we encourage awareness of many cultures.

The Family: The family is an essential element in our community. We work in a partnership with our parents to educate their children and experience shows that home and school working together results in a successful and

happy education. We are proud to be a family school and strive to uphold family values.

Community Service and Citizenship: Community service is central to our belief as a school. Our aim is to produce generations of caring citizens and not single-minded consumers; we encourage our pupils to help others, to

have a strong sense of social justice and to believe in the importance of environmental change.

Thinking and Life Skills: We want our children to understand that intelligence is not fixed and that they can develop their ability to think, resulting in a more flexible approach to learning. Maximising individual potential is

key to a successful education and nurturing a child’s ability to be more flexible in their thinking further enhances their success both in and out of the classroom.

At Handcross Park we encourage in our children the importance of being free to be themselves. Growing up at school is more important than just grades, assignments and examinations – it is also about learning for life and

developing the skills they will need in the future.

Spiritual Life: At the core we are a Christian school with a Christian ethos. Pupils of other faiths and those of none are fully welcomed and an understanding and tolerance of all faiths is actively encouraged. We are keenly

aware that vital to our pupils’ education is their spiritual and moral development. Pupils are encouraged to be reflective, thoughtful and open-minded.

ENGLISH

CURRICULUM TOPICS

Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

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Autumn Term

Comparing fact and fiction

texts. Writing; story settings,

openings, endings, descriptions,

non-chronological reports,play

scripts, shape poems.

Expressing points of view.

Using dictionary and thesaurus.

Full stops, commas,question

marks, speech

marks,exclamation marks,verbs,

synonyms., clauses and

subclauses. Text: The Firework Maker’s

Daughter

Descriptive writing, story

planning and writing, play

scripts, poetry, explanatory

texts, regular spelling and

comprehension activities. Commas, speech marks, verb

tenses, adverbs, adjectives and

connectives.

Why The Whales Came by

Michael Morpurgo.

Composition: visual summaries,

character sketches, informal

letters, story continuations,

diary, dialogue and persuasive

writing. SPaG: introduction to

VCOP, direct/reported speech,

sentence and speech

punctuation, main clauses and

compound/complex sentences.

I am David by Anne Holm.

Composition: diary, story, play-

script and informal letter

writing. SPaG: revision of

VCOP, complex sentences,

clauses, prepositions and

conjunctions, word classes, use

of colon, semi-colon and

parenthetic commas, dashes and

brackets.

Texts studied by classes this

year will be: HXP Short Story

Anthology, Ruby in the Smoke

by Philip Pullman, Skellig by

David Almond. Plot and

narrative devices, plot grids,

characters, settings and

dialogue. Introduction to poetry

analysis. Frequent

comprehensions. Formal / informal language,

definite /indefinite articles, full

stops and commas, nouns and

adjectives. Use of thesaurus and

dictionary.

Trash by Andy Mulligan. Ruby

in the Smoke by Philip Pullman,

HXP Short Story Anthology, Structuring essays. The Gothic

Novel. Plot grids-creative and

critical. Frequent

comprehension exercises using

13+ CE papers. Using PEA.

Simple/compound/ complex

sentences. Sentence beginnings

and transitions. 1st / 3rd person

narratives. Proof reading.

Spring Term

Ways of writing ideas, note

making, Character evaluation,

descriptive and sequential

writing, character portraits.

Poetry performance, story

themes, myths, fables,

traditional tales. Text: Charlotte’s Web

Instructional writing, story

planning and writing, settings,

characterisation, paragraphing,

rhyming poetry, persuasive

writing, regular spelling and

comprehension activities. Commas, speech marks,

synonyms, comparative and

superlative adjectives.

The Iron Man by Ted Hughes.

Composition: 1st person

account, character

representations, narrative to

play-script, descriptive and

expressive writing, newspaper

report and novel/film

comparison and evaluation.

SPaG: Standard English, word

order and nouns and pronouns.

The Breadwinner by Deborah

Ellis. Composition: journals,

play-scripts, descriptive and

expressive writing,

debate/structured argument and

research for information page.

SPaG: active/passive voice,

formal/informal language,

contracting sentences and note-

taking.

Shaping stories. Understanding

point of view. Deciphering fact

within description. Frequent

comprehensions (from a range

of sources). Conjunctions, verb tenses,

semi-colons, colons and

apostrophes. Speeches and

presenting to others.

Poetry analysis. Persuasive

writing. Presenting an

argument. Frequent

comprehensions. Adjectival and adverbial

clauses, speech and punctuation.

Timed practice papers.

Summer Term

Book reviews. Plot, character

and language. Exploring

humour in writing, poetry

presentation, reading/ writing

letters. Oral and written

summaries, retelling stories.

Conjunctions, nouns, pronouns,

commas and paragraphs. Text: Stig of the Dump

Stories from different cultures,

newspaper reports, discussion

texts, poetry, regular spelling

and comprehension activities. Questions, orders, exclamations

and statements, paragraphs,

apostrophes, compound words.

Carrie’s War by Nina Bawden.

Composition: research skills,

information texts, non-

chronological report, 1st person

account, persuasive argument,

play-script and writing from

different points of view. SPaG:

verbs, prepositions and use of

apostrophes.

Kensuke’s Kingdom by Michael

Morpurgo. Composition: 1st

person account, descriptive

story, diary, letter,

timeline/graph, plot

development, sequel writing,

discursive argument and

instructional text. SPaG: non-

fiction texts, revision of

punctuation and complex

sentences.

Biographies and

autobiographies. Skimming and

scanning. Fact vs

opinion.Gathering evidence and

efficient note-making. Essay

structure. Frequent

comprehensions (from a range

of sources). Paragraphs, adverbs, phrases/clauses, hyphens, brackets and dashes.

Advice texts, openings/ endings

of stories. Style and tone,

paragraphing, proofreading,

revision of basic skills and

timed practice papers.

N.B. Both creative and critical work in English will be based on the books detailed in each section. In the Autumn Term, this will be preceded by 2-3 weeks of foundation work.

English

The philosophy of the English department at Handcross Park is to primarily develop a love and understanding of the richness and diversity of the English language and its literature in an atmosphere where creativity can

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Children are encouraged to express themselves imaginatively in speaking and writing and build upon the strong foundations taught in the Pre-Preparatory department. We encourage discussion, debate, a love of books and a will

to evaluate and challenge views and ideas.

Enrichment opportunities:

Useful websites:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/words/grammar/ http://www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/interactive/literacy/index.htm http://www.crickweb.co.uk/ks2literacy.html http://www.channel4learning.com/sites/fairground/game.shtml http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/english/http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/english/readingnonfict

Places to visit: http://www.shakespearesglobe.com/ http://www.canterburytales.org.uk/

http://www.dickensmuseum.com/ http://www.theatresonline.com/theatres/crawley-theatres/the-hawth/

MATHEMATICS

CURRICULUM TOPICS

Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

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Autumn Term Number bonds, Addition and

Subtraction, Problem Solving, Place

Value, Doubling and Halving, The

Calendar, Telling the Time, 3D

Shapes, Estimating, Introduction to

Fractions, Money, Measures,

Rounding, Worded Problems.

Number Bonds, Place Value,

Subtraction, Times Tables Patterns,

Multiplication, Time, Written

Addition, Doubling and Halving,

Fractions, Measures, Rounding,

Estimating, Division.

Place Value, Roman Numerals,

Addition and Subtraction, Angles,

Multiplication and Division, Factors

and Multiples, Fractions, 2D Shapes.

Place Value, Four Operations, 2D

Shapes, Factors and Multiples,

Fractions, Negative Numbers,

Averages, Representing 3D Shapes,

Formulae, Basic Algebra.

Place Value, Four Operations with

Integers, Decimals and Fractions,

Special Numbers, Factors,

Percentages, Algebra - Simplifying,

Graphs and Charts, Negative Numbers,

Order of Operations, Angles, Area and

Perimeter, 2D and 3D Shapes.

Algebra – Further Simplifying and

Brackets, Fractions, Algebra –

Substitution, Decimals, Algebra –

Solving Equations, Angles in

Polygons, Sequences, Algebra from

Context, Area and Perimeter, Volume

and Surface Area.

Spring Term Place Value, Multiply and Divide by

10, Written Addition, Multiples,

Fractions, Angles, 2D Shapes, Further

Rounding, Calculating with Money,

Patterns, Time, Multiplication and

Division.

Further Rounding, Written

Subtraction, Further Fractions, Angles,

2D Shapes, Decimal Numbers,

Perimeter, Worded Problems, Patterns.

Long Multiplication, Division,

Decimals, Unit Conversions,

Fractions, Decimals and Percentages,

Translation and Reflection.

Transformations, Decimal

Calculations, Fractions, Decimals and

Percentages, Order of Operations,

Ratio, Percentages, Graphs, Angles.

Algebra - Further Simplifying,

Fractions, Decimals and Percentages,

Rounding and Estimating, Calculator

Use, Algebra - Substitution, Ratio,

Averages, Algebra - Brackets,

Coordinates, Transformations.

Revision of Key Topics, Exam

Technique, Checking Techniques,

Common Entrance Practice.

Summer Term Further Fractions, Function Machines,

Further Multiplication and Division,

Graphs and Charts, Further Measures,

Further Problem Solving, Perimeter.

Further Place Value, Negative

Numbers, Multiply and Divide by 100,

Further Estimating, Roman Numerals,

2D and 3D Shapes, Further Decimals,

Calculating with Money, Coordinates,

Graphs and Charts.

Fractions, Negative Numbers,

Percentages, Area and Perimeter,

Graphs, Time, Function Machines,

Measures, 3D Shapes.

Pie Charts, Area and Perimeter, Time

and Speed, Units of Measure, Volume,

Further Averages, Multiplying and

Dividing Fractions, Further Algebra.

Algebra - Solving Equations, Line

Graphs, Unit Conversions, Speed and

Distance-Time Graphs, Area and

Circumference of Circles,

Constructions, Bearings, Probability.

Revision of Key Topics, Exam

Technique, Checking Techniques,

Common Entrance Practice.

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Mathematics

As a school we hope to create and nurture an interest in and love of mathematics. Mathematics teaches us how to make sense of the world around us through developing a child’s ability to calculate, to reason and to solve

problems. It enables children to understand and appreciate relationships and patterns in both number and space in their everyday lives.

We aim to present Mathematics as a creative and fascinating process in which children are encouraged to use their imagination, initiative and flexibility of mind. Students are stretched through the use of a mixture of resources,

collaborative work, open activities and the use of ICT. We want them to develop the confidence to take risks and never to let the fear of ‘being wrong’ stop them from reaching their potential.

Link to ISEB syllabus for years 5 to 8: https://www.iseb.co.uk/getmedia/a28da31f-b701-45a6-b3e3-305d982700b3/Syllabus-CE-CASE-Mathematics.pdf.aspx?ext=.pdf

Enrichment opportunities

Years 3 and 4 only: https://www.activelearnprimary.co.uk/login?c=0

Years 6 to 8 only: http://www.mathsworkout.co.uk/

Years 5 and 6 only: http://www.sumdog.com/

http://nrich.maths.org/public/

https://www.khanacademy.org/

http://pbskids.org/cyberchase/games.html

http://www.10ticks.co.uk/

http://uk.ixl.com/

http://www.netagency.co.uk/keyedin2/index.html

http://www.funbrain.com/

Times Tables:

http://www.bigbrainz.com/index.php?PARTNER=krimsten

http://www.mathsisfun.com/timestable.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/wholenumbers/multiplication/timestables/quiz.shtml

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SCIENCE

CURRICULUM TOPICS

Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

Autumn Term

Light & Shadows Linking to our topic of

fireworks, we will look at why

things emit light and why they

absorb light or reflect light. Characteristics of materials

States of Matter. Arrangement and movement of

Solids, Liquids and Gases

explained using the particle

model.

Changing state - linking to our

volcanoes topic we will

investigate how different solids

liquids and gases act in a

volcano

The Earth, The Sun and The

Moon -Looking at the solar

system and particularly our

closest neighbours and how

they interact. culminating in a

visit to Herstmonceux

Observatory

Keeping healthy heart and

circulation Linking the heart and lungs via

the circulatory system and

blood. This module looks at

how exercise affects the bosy

and how to keep healthy. Forces An introduction to a wide range

of forces and how they can

affect movement, including

thrust and air resistance and

Buoyancy.

Particles, solutions and

investigating solubility. Using

the model of particles look at

solvents, solutes and solutions,

investigating factors that make

solutes dissolve more quickly. Cells, Organs and Organ

systems. Biology through a

microscope from the smallest

organelles to connected organ

systems

Interdependence,

Environment and

Inheritance.The theory of

evolution, inheritance to

predator prey relationship, food

webs and conservation. Solutions and separations Solutes, solvents and solutions

and investigations into the

different separation techniques

Biology Reproduction, Food &

Digestion, Heart and

Circulation and Respiration Inheritance & Selection Chemistry Chemical reactions 1. Metals,

metal oxides and metal

carbonates.

Spring Term

Magnets & Springs Forces introduction, magnetic

and elastic forces investigation. Keeping warm Physical and chemical

properties of different materials

and their uses

Movement – Skeletons and

different bones, antagonistic

muscles and how they function

to create movement. Energy

movement - Heating and

cooling of objects, how to make

insulators to stop the movement

of heat . Conduction and

convection

Electricity Mains electricity and the

dangers in the home and simple

circuits and components Interdependence and Life

cycles How all life in an environment

is linked in kingdoms and

phylums and classified using

keys. How classification can

look at different life cycles.

Energy Resources. Playing the

role of an independent energy

resources consultant, each pupil

decides on the energy resources

that the island of joule should

choose. Elements and the periodic

table. What are particles

different and explaining the

layout of the periodic table

Forces & their effects. Balanced and unbalanced forces

and resultant forces. Weight and

gravity, Speeding up, density

and Hooke's law. Acids & Alkalis Atoms & Elements. Chemical

Properties, neutralisation &

Reactivity of metals

Chemistry Physical chemistry, Limestone

and ores. Chemical Reactions 2.

Reduction, thermal

decomposition and

displacement Physics Energy, Electricity and

Electromagnets Gravity & Space,

Summer Term

Teeth and Healthy Eating. The role of different teeth, The

food groups and different

feeding behaviours Plant life cycle and growth Different stages of plant life,

seed germination, factors

affecting growth and

photosynthesis

Sound- How the ear works in

receiving sounds, how noises

travel. Safety and sound .Living

things and their Habitats -

Looking at food webs and food

chain including mini-beasts and

the habitats that the live in.

Changing state, Dissolving

and separating Building on changing state, the

introduction of dissolving as a

physical change that can be

reversed unlike many chemical

changes that cannot. Chemical Reactions Changing materials Using the particle model to

explain the difference between

atoms, elements, mixtures and

compounds. Looking at how

simple compounds are formed

in chemical reacions.

Evolution and inheritance. Natural selection and evidence

from fossils.Adaptation of

organisms and extinction. Sound and Light. How energy

moves in waves and acts as it

reflects and refracts

Plants and Photosynthesis The Carbon cycle and the leaf

as a organ. Investigating the rate

of photosynthesis and enzymes Electricity Looking at simple circuits and

components to more complex

components and how they affect

the flow of current and voltage.

Physics Forces Pressure & Moments Scholar and Common

Entrance Exams

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Science

Practical enquiry is at the forefront of our science classes. We believe that children should undertake practical activity in order to learn about the world around them. We help children to develop enquiring minds and encourage

them to prove answers for themselves.

Enrichment opportunities

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks3bitesize/science/

http://www.mikecurtis.org.uk/home.htm,

http://www.docbrown.info/ks3science.htm,

http://www.skoool.co.uk

http://www.s-cool.co.uk/

http://www.darvill.clara.net/myon.htm

http://www.virtualteacher.org.uk/openallhours/Keystage3scienceportal.htm

http://www.schoolphysics.co.uk/age11-14/

http://www.rigb.org/ This website contains details of the Royal Institute of Great Britain’s Christmas (science) lectures which you can attend.

CGP revision booklets will be given to the pupils at the beginning of year 7

‘KS3 Science Revision Guide’ - Levels 5-7. Available at all good book stores. This is an inexpensive revision guide which is engaging, clear & easy to use.

‘A Short History of Nearly Everything’ by Bill Bryson, available at all good book stores. This is a great read which enthuses children with a love for science. It can be purchased in a child’s version, or the adult version (ideal

for scholars). This makes for a wonderful Christmas/birthday gift and promotes a real interest in the subject generally.

In all years pupils are given enrichment opportunities, including a range of trips and visits from outside speakers. Parents will be notified of trip details one month prior to the proposed trip taking place.

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LATIN

CURRICULUM TOPICS

Year 6 Year 7 Year 8 (C.E.) Year 8 (Scholarship)

Autumn Term

Nouns and verbs; 6 cases, 6 persons; subjects and

objects; regular verbs and sum in the present tense;

1st declension nouns..

1st/2nd declension adjectives ending –er; imperfect

and perfect tenses of regular verbs and sum; principal

parts; 3rd declension nouns; adverbs.

Irregular comparison of adjectives; irregular verbs

possum, volo and nolo; biassed questions using

nonne and num; reflexive pronouns; translation of

passages from Latin; translation of sentences into

Latin; grammatical terms; exam technique; full

revision.

Irregular comparison of adjectives; irregular verbs

possum, volo, nolo, fero; biassed questions using

nonne and num; reflexive pronouns; passive voice;

5th declension nouns; time phrases; 3rd declension

adjectives ending –er; relative clauses; present

participles; demonstrative adjective idem; imperfect

subjunctive; purpose clauses; indirect commands.

Spring Term

Masculine 2nd declension nouns; conjunctions;

questions; prepositions; the use of all 6 cases; simple

adjectives.

Ordinal numbers; possessive adjectives; 3rd person

pronouns; future tense of regular verbs and sum;

irregular verb eo.

Revision and exam practice. Emphatic adjective ipse; P.P.P.; place expressions;

ablative absolute; passive and perfect infinitives; 4th

declension nouns; indirect statements; deponent and

semi-deponent verbs; pluperfect subjunctive; time

clauses.

Summer Term

Neuter 2nd declension nouns; 1st/2nd declension

adjectives ending -us; cardinal numbers; 1st and 2nd

person pronouns; imperatives; infinitives.

Compound verbs; subordinate clauses; pluperfect

tense; 3rd declension adjectives; comparison of

adjectives.

Revision and exam practice. Revision and exam practice.

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Latin

Latin is introduced at the start of Year 6; learning the Latin language is the predominant component of the course, and this requires hard work, accuracy and the development of a clear understanding of the grammatical rules that

underlie both Latin and English. By the end of Year 8 each child should be ready to take the Latin paper from the Common Entrance or Scholarship examinations.

Though the use of Latin today is confined to specialised academic fields, its study continues to be of benefit in the modern world. The strong grammatical basis of Latin provides pupils with firm foundations upon which mastery

of other languages may be built in the future as well as giving them new insights into the grammar of the English that they use every day. Also, since many English words have Latin roots, a knowledge of Latin helps pupils to

enlarge their English vocabulary and improve their English spelling. The study of Latin requires hard work, clear focus and a forensic analysis of text; the development of all these abilities is of general benefit to the pupils.

Classical civilisation and mythology

A broad selection of stories is studied from Greek mythology, involving characters such as Perseus, Jason, Theseus, Hercules, Achilles and Odysseus. Additionally early Roman heroes are studied, such as Romulus and Remus,

Mucius Scaevola and Coriolanus. There is also the opportunity to study aspects of life in the Roman empire.

Enrichment opportunities

Visits can be arranged to local Roman sites, to allow the children to see the reality of Roman Britain on our doorsteps, and to museums, where they can see Roman artefacts and learn about everyday Roman life. DVDs and

websites are used to add colour to the Classical Civilisation and Mythology component of the course.

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SPANISH

CURRICULUM TOPICS

Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

Autumn Term Spain, greetings, colours, how

you feel, Numbers 1-12, names Simple class instructions,

Alphabet, Spanish speaking

countries, Christmas

celebrations.

Spain. Revision Year 3.

Numbers 20-31, adjectives,

more fruit, Christmas

celebrations.

Spain. Revision Year 4. Weather, greetings, age,

birthday, alphabet, and

classroom items. Numbers 0-

31. Christmas

Spain. Revision Year 5. Clothes, comparative

adjectives, numbers 0-100,

prices, different types of shop Christmas

Spain, weather. Revision Year 6. Topic of school: subjects,

teachers, opinions, canteen,

uniform and opinions, euros

and numbers 0-100. Christmas in Spain. Speaking booklet preparation: Topics 1+2

Spain and Spanish speaking

countries. Revision Year 7. Grammar focus and preparation

of mock (short) speaking

examination. Travel and holidays, weather,

countries, transport, past tense.

Spring Term Classroom instructions,

colours, pets, opinions, and

numbers 1-20. Easter traditions

in Spain.

Ordering food, days of the

week, months, seasons,

birthday, and personal

identification. Easter.

Family topic: brothers and

sisters and other members, pets

+ animals, personal description,

Easter celebrations.

Saying what your town is like,

directions. Leisure activities: tv, films,

inviting someone to go out and

excuses. Easter celebrations.

Speaking and examination

preparation. Topic at home:

house, bedroom, daily routine

and chores. Speaking Booklet preparation:

Topic 3

Travel and holidays. Preparation for the mock

examination. Variety of short topics such as

food, clothes, shopping, places

of interest, festivals,different

tenses.

Summer Term Revision numbers 1-20,

classroom instructions,

animals, making animal masks,

fruit. Handa's surprise.

Colours, likes and dislikes,

countries, alphabet, weather (if

time: body parts and aches, free

time activities).

Free time, activities, sport,

time, longer opinions, and

future tense.

Body parts, aches, describing

symptoms and getting

remedies, healthy and

unhealthy food

Topic on food, shopping for

food, numbers up to 1000,

ordering food at a restaurant,

tapas. Role play practice.

Preparation for the

examination and cultural focus.

Spanish

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With approximately 450 million people, in 21 countries, speaking Spanish as a native language and being the second most widely spoken language in the world, Spanish is an invaluable language and tool to master.

At Handcross Park School our aim is to immerse the children in the language in a way that is enjoyable and accessible to all pupils. Our intention is to guide and encourage them to use their knowledge confidently in their travels abroad. In this respect, we strongly encourage our children to participate in the Spanish trip we offer.

Everyone at Handcross Park school learns Spanish from nursery to Year 8 and in Year 8 the children sit either Common Entrance or Scholarship exams.

Using a wide range of linguistic and creative activities, we enable our pupils to become confident communicators and enhance their awareness of the multilingual and multicultural world surrounding them. We immerse them in

the language preparing them in all four skills of Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing.

Enrichment opportunities

European Day of Languages Study of the Hispanic world Spanish festivals Trips to Spain

Cultural inputs

Useful Websites

http://linguascope.com/ (Username = handcross Password = yellowfish)

http://www.languagesonline.org.uk/ http://www.bbc.co.uk/languages/ http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/

http://www.asisehace.net./ http://oye.languageskills.co.uk/index.html (Free after 4 pm)

http://www.vocabexpress.com (Years 6-8) (individual log ins)

Excellent online dictionary www.wordreference.com

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FRENCH

CURRICULUM TOPICS

Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

Autumn Term Greetings, names, classroom items, colours, numbers 0-31,

birthday, dates, alphabet. Christmas.

Revision, numbers 0-100 Body parts, aches, describing symptoms and getting remedies,

healthy and unhealthy food Places in town, French shops, finding the way and means of

transport. Describing a town or a region

Verbs. Revision of personal and family descriptions to complete

speaking booklet Topic 3. House, home, daily routine and chores and completion of

speaking booklet Topic 1. Revision of free time/leisure activities for writing speech.

Spring Term Epiphany celebration. Family, pets, personal and physical descriptions.

Preparation for examination. Holidays. Describing a trip using the past tense and leisure

activities. Speaking Booklet preparation.

Preparation for mock exams Variety of short topics such as visiting a café or restaurant,

shopping for presents, meeting people, describing your town. Preparation for examination and mock exam.

Summer Term Life and work at school (subjects, likes and dislikes, time and

timetable). Food, snack, breakfast and lunch.

Life and work at school Speaking booklet preparation. Clothes and shopping Role play practise.

Preparation for examination CE Speaking exams CE Listening/Reading/Writing exams

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French

As a school we aim to foster an interest and enjoyment in language learning as a general rule.

French is offered as an optional second language in Year 6 and some of our children will be able to sit Common Entrance in French in Year 8.

We are keen to offer a life skill that will prepare our children to participate in a rapidly changing world and one which will teach them to communicate information responsibly and creatively.

Although we provide the children with the four basic skills of Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing, we particularly focus on developing a conversational ability that they will be able to use when they go overseas. Increased capability in the use of Languages promotes initiative and independent learning and encourages diversity within society.

Enrichment opportunities

European Day of Languages (26th September)

Study of France and the French speaking countries

http://linguascope.com/ (Username = handcross Password = yellowfish) http://www.languagesonline.org.uk/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/languages/ http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/primaryfrench/ http://www.vocabexpress.com (Years 6-8)

Excellent online dictionary

www.wordreference.com

MANDARIN

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CURRICULUM TOPICS

Year 3 Year 4

Autumn Term

-Revise previous years

-New classroom language: 打开练习本，再说一遍，关灯，谢谢，不客

气，对不对？对/不对

-Counting from 20-100

-Colours: 黑色，紫色，橙色，粉红色

-Exploring China- How is China different to the UK? (more in-depth exploration of Global Citizenship issues). -Introduction to the four tones of Mandarin (including drawing a diagram in

exercise books and tone guessing games) -Celebrating Mid-Autumn Festival.

-Creating a Christmas card with the characters 圣诞快乐on the front.

-New actions to be spoken and mimed (hobbies and sports): 踢足球，

打乒乓球，打网球，游泳，看书，看电视，唱歌，跳舞

-Revision of previous years -Exploring China- How is China different to the UK? (more in-depth exploration of Global Citizenship issues) -Careful revisiting of pinyin, tones and principles of stroke order

-Re-writing the numbers from last year and adding in 我，哥哥，弟弟，姐

姐，妹妹，爸爸，妈妈

-Speaking: How old are you? 你多大？我七岁; 你是谁？我是弟弟

-Chinese finger counting -Celebrating Mid-Autumn Festival.

-Words for the nationalities: 英国，法国，美国，中国

Plus another one or two if there are overseas pupils from other countries.

-Speaking about where you live: 你住在哪里？我住在英国/布莱顿

-Speaking vocab school stationery: 包，书，尺，笔

-这 and 那 in speech + stationery

Spring Term

-Revising 4 tones -China and the world: making friends and exploring China (geography: major

rivers, cities, regions and climates, locating these on a map of China), Chinese

diaspora. -Celebrating Chinese New Year (songs, Chinese Zodiac story). --Exploring the pinyin alphabet and connecting it to tones by looking at the

names of Chinese cities: Běijīng, Shànghǎi, Xiānggǎng, Chóngqìng, Chéngdū,

Lúndūn, Dàlián, Níngbō, Táiběi -Finding the above cities on a map of China -Introduction to the principles of pinyin; using it to write the following words

previously learned: jiějie, bàba, mèimei, māma, dìdi, gēge, wǒ, hóngsè,

huángsè, lǜsè, xǐhuan, bù xǐhuan

-Talking about oneself- role plays, simple listening comprehension. -Exploring Asia: Korea, Japan, Vietnam (culture, similarities and differences with

China, basic greetings and phrases) -Writing characters with correct stroke order for 中国，人，日本，英国

-Chinese Food: learning to say 吃，喝，汉堡包，披萨，面条，水，茶，可

乐；你吃什么，我吃…, 你和什么？Pinyin practice of these

-Writing the characters for eat and drink: 吃，喝

-Saying the words for body parts: 胳膊，手，脚，腿，眼睛，鼻子，耳朵，

嘴巴；saying 眼睛在哪里？眼睛在这里; pinyin practice

-Telling the basic time in Chinese: 几点了？三点了

Summer Term

-Stories behind a selection of Chinese characters -The principles of stroke order when writing Chinese characters -Writing the characters for numbers 1-10, then 1-100 -Writing the characters for big and small 大，小 -Exploring Chinese art and music. -China’s 56 ethnic minorities -Year review

-Talking about clothes: 帽子，衬衫，毛衣，夹克， 裤子，裙子，袜子，鞋

子，你穿什么？我穿。。。，他穿… -Restaurant project: choosing a Chinese name for one’s restaurant; writing a

simple menu in pinyin and doing a role play/sketch with waiter and customer -Exploring Chinese art and music. -Chinese calligraphy project

MANDARIN UNITED SCHEME OF WORK – Years 5 to 8

Profile: Profile: New items of vocabulary and sentence patterns will be introduced in accordance with the Primary School Chinese course books. In addition, pupils will continue to deepen their knowledge of Chinese culture

through a host of activities, festival celebrations, songs, games, ICT and role plays.

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Year 5 and 6 Year 7 and 8

Autumn Term Revise: Numbers, family members, countries, writing of numbers,

family members, greetings Mid-Autumn Festival: Going shopping and cooking: revision of food and role play Inside my House - rooms of the house furniture: My School: subjects, characters and pinyin Christmas songs in Mandarin

Greetings, classroom etiquettes, tones and characters Numbers 1-99, age and birthday Family members, pets and measure words Hobbies, Chinese martial arts and religion

Spring Term Revise and extend food vocabulary and sentence patterns Restaurant role play - BBC video of Chinese food Celebration of Chinese New Year – New Year celebration/ red

envelope/ New Year food/ Chinese zodiac animals My hobbies: vocabulary, verbs and adjectives Revision of rooms and furniture - dream house Sports and family members hobbies

Sport and leisure, expressing preferences Time phrases, a typical week Discuss school subjects and timetable Personal pronouns

Summer Term Revise numbers Telling the time School timetables My day – daily routine and lunch Describe a typical day Places in China – cities, landmarks and attractions Dragon Boat festival Summer holiday plan role play Chinese geography project the different regions and features of China (from rivers to foods, from

cities to natural wonders).

Food and drink, likes and dislikes and mealtimes The ‘zh’ sound Chinese food project: Chopsticks, food and medicine, reading menus, survival in restaurants

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Mandarin We recognise the importance of exploring different cultures and languages across the globe and are fully dedicated to giving our students the chance to interact with the world around them. During the Mandarin course students will be exposed to a

broad range of everyday practical Chinese and will begin to develop the ability to understand, speak, read and write Beijing standard Mandarin. Learners will be given a solid foundation for future advanced language acquisition and will come to see

Mandarin as a familiar and enjoyable language. In addition, students will explore Chinese culture - both traditional and contemporary - and in later years will begin to explore Asia as a whole, gaining the ability to appreciate China’s most important

neighbours and China’s role in the region and the world at large. Classes will be relaxed and fun with a focus on games, creative expression, student participation and a variety of cultural activities, allowing children to truly enjoy interaction with one

of the world’s most challenging and exciting global languages. Enrichment opportunities and core features Study of China, festivals and traditions The vital principles of tones and stroke order The pinyin alphabet Authentic Chinese-language multimedia learning experiences Confidence and creative expression through role play and artistic work Aesthetics of characters through Chinese calligraphy Language performances European Day of Languages Global Citizenship

GEOGRAPHY

CURRICULUM TOPICS

Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

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Autumn Term

Introduction to Geography. 8 points of the compass. Maps: keys and symbols; grid

references. Plan view/Bird's Eye view. European countries and capitals. Mountains, oceans/seas & rivers

of Europe.

The World. Continents and oceans, lines of

longitude and latitude, countries

in Europe, researching a country

of own choice using an atlas. Volcanoes.

An introduction to Geography. The Geography of the UK –

Students will look at the main

physical features of the UK and

know the location of them. Migration: students will

investigate why people want to

come and live in the UK. Tourism in the UK: to identify

the main attractions in the UK

and London.

Urban Geography: students will

study the main aspects of

settlements; location, shape,

growth and development over

time as well as patterns of land

use.

The London Docklands: students

will investigate the changes that

have taken place in London over

the past 50 years.

Weather and Climate: to

understand the factors affecting

climate and why climates vary.

Rainfall types, relief rainfall,

convectional rainfall and frontal

rainfall. Scholarship students

will carry out further work on

high and low pressure weather

systems.

Microclimates: the factors that

are involved in determining a

location’s microclimate.

Location Knowledge: students

will continue to review their

knowledge of the UK, Europe

and the rest of the world.

Fieldwork: students will visit

Knepp Castle to carry out a

microclimate study.

Population and Settlement:

students will study the

population numbers and density

for the UK and the World. They

will learn to interpret and present

data.

Spring Term

Ecosystems: This module looks

at the different biomes found on

Earth and how their

characteristics are influenced by

their location. Water: The water cycle; to use

information to describe the route

a raindrop can take in the water

cycle

Our Environment: improving the

school environment, the impact

of waste and the three R’s

(reduce, reuse, and recycle). Labelling the map of the UK and

reading an Ordnance Survey

map of local area

The Geography of Kenya –

physical features, climate,

tourism, population distribution,

shanty settlements. Also, the

positive and negative impacts

that new technologies can bring

to people living in developing

countries.

Population Issues: population

distribution - why some places

are crowded and other empty. Interpreting population:

distribution maps and population

pyramids. Students will also

investigate population change

and migration by looking at the

movement of people from

Mexico to the USA.

Tectonic processes: structure of

the earth, plate margins and an

earthquake case study -Kashmir.

Volcanic activity investigating

the Mt St Helens eruption. Location Knowledge: students

will continue to review their

knowledge of the UK, Europe

and the rest of the world.

Transport and industry: students

will study the different

classifications of industry and

investigate examples of each.

Students will investigate how

economic activities operate in

contrasting locations using Nike

as an example a multinational

company operating in both

developed and developing

countries.

Summer Term

Rivers: To be able to identify the

main features of a river basin. The Geography of India:

Students will research the main

physical features of India and

how India differs from England

in both physical and human

terms.

The Weather: Introduction to meteorology - air

pressure, temperature,

precipitation, climate, wind,

weather forecasting, extreme

weather. Independent research: Students

to study a country study of their

choice.

Environmental issues:

ecosystems; hot deserts, tropical rainforests, Savanna and deciduous forests.

Students will investigate the

human impact on ecosystems

with particular focus on the

Amazon Rainforest.

Map Skills: in this unit, students

will recap their Ordnance Survey

skills from Year 3 and develop

an enquiry approach in their

learning through using maps of

the local area. Aerial Photos/Sketches: Students practice the skills

needed to sketch from a

photograph or OS map

Rivers and Coasts: students will

investigate the geomorphological

processes that shape our rivers

and coastlines. Flooding: causes, effects and

responses. OS Map skills: the students will

build on earlier units enabling

them to interpret maps using

traditional map symbols.

Revision: students will revisit all

topics covered in the CE syllabus

using past papers. Particular

focus will be on applying case

studies, map skills and locational

knowledge, in their answers.

Geography

Our aim is to stimulate children’s interest in their surroundings and in the variety of physical and human conditions on the Earth and to foster a sense of wonder at the processes in action. Through our curriculum we encourage

children to develop informed concern about the quality of our environment, both current and future, and help them to develop a sense of responsibility for the care of the Earth and its inhabitants.

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Enrichment opportunities

Fieldwork opportunities:-

● A visit to Knepp Castle to investigate factors affecting microclimate ● Residential field trip to Cadiz in Spain to investigate coastal features and longshore drift.

● A visit to a local river to identify the key processes at play and the formation of meanders ● Map skills – Children can help parents navigate road journeys, visits to theme parks and country gardens

Useful Websites http://www.rgs.org/HomePage.htm http://www.geography.org.uk/ www.mapzone.ordnancesurvey.co.uk www.bbc.co.uk/schools/bitesize A good all round site useful for Common Entrance http://kids.nationalgeographic.com A fun website with lots of quizzes and games http://www.coolgeography.co.uk/ A useful site with lots of resources to help study Geography

HISTORY

CURRICULUM TOPICS

Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

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Autumn Term

Victorians

Children will learn about the

class system, key people and

significant changes to the

country under Queen Victoria.

Visit to Preston Manor.

The Roman Empire

A look at the life of the

Romans. From Roman

invasions to Roman leisure

activities.

Visit to Fishbourne Roman

Palace

The Norman Conquest / Conquered England / The Sons of William I

Richard I, the Crusades and

King John / Henry III and the

Edwards

Joan of Arc / Wars of the Roses

/ Henry VII / Henry VIII Henry II and Becket / The

Norman Conquest

Spring Term

Tudor England

A look at Henry VIII’s wives

and how the country changed,

both at home and in its’

relationships with Europe.

Ancient Egypt

A study of Ancient Egypt,

including the Pyramids, god and

goddesses and the importance

of scribes and hieroglyphics.

From Civil War to Henry II /

Richard I, the Crusades and

King John

Edward III, Richard II and Life

in the towns Elizabeth I / James I The Black Death / The First

Crusade

Summer Term

The Stone Age to the Iron Age

Children will learn about life in

England and how it changed.

Saxons & Vikings

This will prepare the children as

they move into Year 5.

Henry III and the Edwards (I, II

and III) / Project Work The Three Henrys / The Wars

of the Roses Charles I / Charles II Revision and preparation for CE

exams

History

History is an essential part of the whole school curriculum. We aim to provide children with the opportunities to explore, investigate, analyse and make informed judgements so that they may gain an understanding of past

human activity and appreciate that those events have shaped our present time.

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Enrichment opportunities

Useful websites

http://www.historyextra.com/ http://www.spartacus.schoolnet.co.uk/ http://www.historymad.com/

Top Ten Historical Places to visit in Sussex

● Arundel Castle

● Batemans, Burwash - Home of Rudyard Kipling

● Bignor Roman Villa, near Pulborough

● Chichester Cathedral

● Herstmonceux Castle

● Michelham Priory

● Pevensey Castle

● Preston Manor, Brighton

● Royal Pavilion, Brighton

● The Engineerium, Hove

Top Ten Castles to visit outside Sussex

● Berekeley Castle

● Carnarvon Castle

● Dover Castle

● Edinburgh Castle

● Hever Castle

● Old Sarum

● Stirling Castle

● Tower of London

● Warwick Castle

● Windsor Castle

RELIGIOUS STUDIES AND PHILOSOPHY

CURRICULUM TOPICS

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Years 3 & 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

Autumn Term

Year 3 Core Judao-Christian Concepts. Old

Testament ideas. Christian beliefs from

the OT. Advent- its importance to Christians,

Traditions, Ritual. The Nativity Story Jesus is Presented at the temple. The Baptism of Jesus Year 4 Core Christian concepts. The Trinity.

The Fall. Free-will.

Identity: Students will explore issues

of ‘identity’ through an in depth

investigation into tribes from around

the world. Beliefs, ritual, ethics,

morality, community, culture and

traditions - Rites of Passage-Marriage,

Birth, Coming of Age, and Death will

be some of the key themes explored.

Religion and Science: Students

explore the historical and

contemporary relationship

between religion and science.

They will question arguments

about the origins of the universe.

Believing and Doubting. Creation

stories from around the world.

What is Truth? Can Science ever

support religion? Evolution and

Christianity.

"What’s the point in being good?" Students will explore

religious and secular motivations for being ‘good.’ To

explore what is meant by good and investigate different

motivations are for ‘doing the right thing.’ The golden rule

and ways of putting it into practice. Civil Rights and Martin

Luther King Jnr and community responsibility. Christian

motivations and ideas of the afterlife and reflect on one’s

belief about what happens after you die. Moral Behaviour -

investigate the notion of moral behaviour and to reflect on

their own everyday actions. Where in society does authority

about morality lie. Right and Wrong. – An introduction to

ethics. Gandhi- his influence and motivations. Women’s

Rights through history and in contemporary society.

Introduction to Buddhism: Buddhism and Suffering

in the world: How to deal with suffering in the world.

Introduction to Buddhism through the concept of

finding a way to overcome suffering. Historical context

of Buddhism. Explore the differences between the

Mahayana and Theravada Buddhists. Why are there

different strands? The life of Siddhartha Gautama prior

to enlightenment. Buddhist Beliefs, The Buddha’s

Enlightenment, The Four Nobel Truths, The Eightfold

Path, Places of Worship, What is Death? Rebirth and

Afterlife, The Dalai Lama, Religious Texts and

Festivals Ancient Greek Philosophy: An introduction to

Aristotelean thought. Plato: The Great Teacher. Reality and Knowledge: the

Realm of the Forms. Aristotle: An Introduction to Aristotelian thought.

Spring Term

Year 3 The origins of Christianity and the birth

of monotheism. The old Testament.

Abraham. The miracles and parables of Jesus The miracle of the wine The feeding of the 5000 Healing Jairus’ Daughter Stilling of the Storm Healing of the Paralysed Man Year 4 An Introduction to Islam.

Sikhism – Lessons of Equality and

Community: What is equality? The

origins of Sikhism in a Hindu culture.

The 10 Gurus. Respect and the Guru

Granth Sahib. Community devotion

and service. The 24 dispositions. The

Gurudwara and its role in the

community. Charity.Equality. The

importance of the Khalsa .The 5 K’s -

The kesh, Kanga, kirpan, Kachera and

Kara.

Evidence and Enquiry: A

philosophical investigation into

what is truth? What is

Knowledge? Students will study

ideas about truth, knowledge and

evidence from ancient Greek to

early modern philosophy.

Ancient and modern Miracles.

Questions of Faith, Belief and

Spirituality. Historical look at the

life of Jesus and his friends. Why

is he important? Historical

evidence. Did he save the

world? Christian ideas about why

did God send him.

Moral Authority and Compassion and Selfishness: Where

does Moral authority come from? An introduction to

Humanism - speaker from the BHA - "what motivates you to

do good?"

Alternatives to religious motivations for being good. Is there

any value in being good for its own sake? Are compassions

inherent in humans? Environmental and cultural

responsibility.

Ethical Theory and Practical Ethics: Deontology and Consequentialism: Kantian Ethics;

Situation Ethics, Utilitarianism. Medical Ethics: Euthanasia, Embryo Research,

Cloning, Recap of Environmental Ethics, Free will versus

Determinism.

Summer

Term

Year 3 Importance of Easter to Christians. Palm

Sunday. Shrove Tuesday. Jacob and

Rachel. Joseph and his brothers. Holy Week/Last Supper/Garden of

Gethsemene The Resurrection story Doubting Thomas The Ascension Pentecost Year 4 An introduction to Hinduism and

Religion and the environment:

Jewish Identity and Morality:

Ancient Jewish Identity. Historical

investigation into monotheism. This

unit will lead on from previous

learning about identity by exploring

Jewish identity. Personal relationship

to God. Talmud ethics. Modern

Judaism. Rabbinical studies. Dealing

with modern issues. Relying on an

ancient text for moral guidance.

Environmental Ethics – Human

Responsibility: Do we have a

responsibility to look after the

environment?

Interpretations of Genesis for a

Christian perspective. Dominion

Vs Stewardship.

What do/can individuals do?

Animal Rights/Human Rights.

An Introduction to Ethics through Utilitarianism: An

introduction to Ethical Theory. What areas of life does ethics

affect? Who does it affect?

An introduction to an ethical theory – Utilitarianism – ‘The

Greatest Happiness for the Greatest Number’

Academic essay writing. Discursive writing. Referencing.

Evaluation and Analysis.

The 21st Century Church: Worship, Denominations,

Geographical spread, Christianity in Action, Oscar

Romero, Sir Trevor Huddleston, Martin Luther King,

Sister Theresa, Dame Cicely Saunders/others Christian

charity groups

Religious Studies and Philosophy

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The ethos of the school is Christian and it is Christian values that are promoted in the classroom and in Assemblies. Respect for other religions and cultures is an important one and forms an important aspect of RS and Philosophy lessons and at

other times e.g. during Assemblies. Similarities between the main world religions, including Christianity, are regularly pointed out. There are strong links between PSHE, citizenship, History, English, Geography, Science and RS and Philosophy.

(This is outlined for years 7 and 8 in particular in the Common Entrance Curriculum)

● To give knowledge and understanding of Christianity and some other religions represented in Great Britain - Islam, Judaism, Sikhism, Hinduism and Buddhism.

● Develop an understanding of how religions affect the fabric of personal and social life.

● Open up visions of how truth and goodness may transform life for all the world’s citizens.

● To develop human personality and strengthen respect for human rights and freedoms.

● Promote understanding, tolerance and friendship among all nations and religious groups.

● Gain a deep awarene

● Wrestle with the mysteries of life and the answers given by a wide variety of religion and beliefs.

● Develop a clear understanding of what is of real value in the world today.

● Identify the reality of evil, injustice and suffering.

● Grow respect for themselves and others through reflection of their own beliefs and values in light of their learning

● Give an opportunity to encounter the transformative power of religions and belief in peoples’ lives.

● Feel compelled to imagine and contribute to the creation of a better world to all.

● To encourage spiritual development and a questioning mind

● To develop links with PSHE and citizenship

● To develop an understanding of how both major life events and other religious festivals are celebrated

● To confront a variety of everyday local, national and global issues and to develop the students’ religious, ethical and critical thinking.

Enrichment opportunities :

Students will get the opportunity to participate in special enactment lessons, listen to visiting speakers, visit places of worship and develop their debating skills.

MUSIC AND DRAMA

CURRICULUM TOPICS

Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

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Autumn Term

Finding the singing voice. Confidence in singing The interrelation of pitch and

aural awareness. Pentatonic tone set (Kodaly) Rhythm patterns in 2/4 and 4/4 Recorder Difference between pulse and

rhythm. . Carnival of the Animals -

identifying elements and

creating their own animal pieces

Finding the singing voice. Confidence in singing Extending understanding of

written rhythms in simple time

including 3/4 Extending tone set to diatonic

major Xylophones Compisition Ostinato Drone Enselmble work

Drama Improvisation and group

exercises

Latin American Music Explore rhythm patterns Body percussion Ensemble work

Preparation and performance of

play Musical Futures Pop Music Chords Recreate a pop song Composing own pop song

Spring Term

Prepare for show Engaging an audience

Prepare for show Performance skills

Finding the singing voice. Confidence in singing Journey into space - listening

and composition Calypso

Finding the singing voice. Confidence in singing African drumming. Electronic music and keyboard

skills. Rounds and scales

Folk music Impressionism

Canon Ground Bass/Variations Music of the Slaves -

Spirituals/Worksongs Blues Jazz

Summer Term

Performing and reading written

rhythms. ‘The class orchestra’ Concert Preparation

Working with canons Signals and cues. Concert preparation.

Cyclic patterns unit - African

drumming.. Rounds and canons. ‘Stars hide your fires’ Learn and perform songs from

other cultures

Introduce the history of western

classical music Introduce different eras,

understand basic terminology

and listen to different

composers from the eras. ‘Silver and Gold’ class piece.

Chords Layering motifs

Reggae

Preparation for play

Music

Music is a vital and exciting part of a rounded education, and at Handcross Park we hope to instil a love of music in every pupil. It is important that Music should be accessible to all, and that the syllabus challenges and inspires

both newcomers to the subject and those who have already developed instrumental and vocal expertise through individual tuition. All pupils are given the opportunity to participate in music-making and performance.

Enrichment Opportunities

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There are several opportunities to enhance a pupil’s musical experiences at Handcross;

Orchestra – for those in years 3-8 who have had at least one term of instrumental lessons.

Senior Choir – open to pupils in year 5 -8.

Junior Choir – a requirement for those in year 3 and 4.

Chamber Choir – a small ensemble for invited/auditioned pupils.

Other ensembles for string players, brass players and woodwind players are available and are run by the enthusiastic peripatetic staff.

During 2016-2017, many extra-curricular musical events will take place both within the school and on educational visits. These will include performances at different venues, participating in music festivals and experiencing

different styles of music.

There is a committed and experienced group of instrumental peripatetic staff who teach weekly within the Music School.

Drama

Drama contributes to the rounded education that Handcross Park offers its students. All children are given opportunities to exercise and explore their dramatic skills, discovering and developing hidden talents. Like all arts,

drama allows individuals to communicate with others and express creativity. Every child will have an opportunity to perform and will participate in at least one major production every year. Drama provides training in the

practical aspects of communication and presentation, and therefore when children leave the school they should be well equipped to present themselves well, be persuasive in their communication and be better able to relate to

others with a positive, confident self-image.

Enrichment opportunities

● Peripatetic Musical Theatre and Speech and Drama training. These also give the opportunity of taking nationally recognized examinations.

● Drama clubs and LAMDA session are run by staff of the Music and Drama Department

● The school runs trips to theatre productions both locally and in London.

● Theatre workshops take place with visiting actors and theatre companies.

ART DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY

CURRICULUM TOPICS

Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

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Autumn Term

Art: Minecraft Animals

Pupils draw cubes and

cuboids then transfer the

shapes into the 6 main

Minecraft animals.

Product design using

recycled packaging and

styrofoam make an animal.

Christmas village project:

make a house using a net

then decorate for the Year 3

Christmas Village

Art: Drawing observation,

developing skills using pen Transferring from a Symbol

System of drawing to an

Element System. SElf Portrait Minecraft style. Christmas winter landscape

Art: FOOD Pupils draw from observation

and use a variety of

secondary sources looking at

POP Artist Claes Oldenburg

as a starting point and

producing a sculpture based

on this research. DT: Product design using

acrylic to produce an

ergonomic key fob.

Emphasis on quality finish.

Art: Topic theme: Money Observational drawing Using watercolours/pen/ink Artist research Andy

Warhol/Cool Money Art DT: Development of

workshop skills and

introduction of machinery

using steel and wood.

Art: POP ART Pupils research Shepherd

Fairey, Roy Lichtenstein,

Robert Indiana, Barbara

Kruger, Andy Warhol Based on research using

mixed media produce a final

image/photo/painting DT: Open design project

utilising the skills learnt in

previous years, timber

laminating and mechanical

fixing. Workshop techniques

developed through project

work.

Art: Self Portrait Pupils produce a self portrait

in a chosen medium based on

research into Julian Opie,

Van Gogh, Picasso, Frida

Kahlo and David Hockney. DT: Working to a design

brief, design and develop a

clock that incorporates

several materials and

techniques.

Spring Term

Art: Interiors Dexter Dalwood/ Matisse Collage, Acrylic paints Mixed media.

Art: Drawing exercises,

speed drawing, using a grid, Art: FOOD Pupils draw from observation

and use a variety of

secondary sources looking at

POP Artist Claes Oldenburg

as a starting point and

producing a sculpture based

on this research. DT: Continuation of project.

Art: Topic theme: Money Observational drawing Using watercolours/pen/ink Artist research Andy

Warhol/Cool Money Art DT: Continuation of project.

Art: POP ART Pupils research Shepherd

Fairey, Roy Lichtenstein,

Robert Indiana, Barbara

Kruger, Andy Warhol Based on research using

mixed media produce a final

image/photo/painting . DT: Continuation of project.

Art: Self Portrait Pupils produce a self portrait

in a chosen medium based on

research into Julian Opie,

Van Gogh, Picasso, Frida

Kahlo and David Hockney. DT: Continuation of project.

Summer Term

DT: Graphic Design Graphic Design Card design Using collage, glue, Design process, ideas,

research, development,

production and evaluation.

DT: Graphic Design Bag design Using collage, glue, Label design pen and ink. Design process, ideas,

research, development,

production and evaluation.

DT/Art Project Designs for 3D Object using

mixed media. Group and

independent working. Skills

developed in both Art and

DT utilised to complete a

given topical brief.

DT/Art Project: Designs for 3D Object using

mixed media. Group and

independent working.

Workshop based using

various forms of finishing

techniques.

DT/Art Project: Designs for 3D Object using

mixed media. Group and pair

independent working.

Themed problem solving

exercise working to a large

scale.

DT/Art Project: Designs for 3D Object using

mixed media. Group and

independent working. Using

Photography as a starting

point.

Art and Design Technology

The programme of study in Art is designed to teach pupils the formal elements of Art and Design and then build on their knowledge each year. Every unit of work will include observational drawing, have a contextual reference

and produce a variety of outcomes. The contextual reference could be looking at an artist’s work, an art movement or art and design from other cultures.

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The programme of study for Design Technology includes 4 areas of study. These are Resistant Materials, Graphics, Problem solving and Textiles. Every pupil will study several areas throughout the year. Each project will have

a design brief as a starting point and pupils will be required to analyse designs and products, research ideas, consider their target market and learn new skills to create their own unique design work. The main emphasis will be on

developing manufacturing skills within the workshop environment.

Enrichment Opportunities

● Art clubs/scholarship /Textiles

● Photography club/ Junior Art Club

● Workshop club/Greenpower Goblin Racer

Websites:

http://www.tate.org.uk/collection/ http://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/paintings/learn-about-art/ http://www.npg.org.uk/collections.php http://www.artsaward.org.uk/site/?id=2166 http://www.technologystudent.com/ http://www.greenpower.co.uk/ http://www.artsaward.org.uk/site/?id=2166 http://designmuseum.org/design http://collections.vam.ac.uk/

COMPUTER STUDIES

CURRICULUM TOPICS

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Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

Autumn Term

Using Google Apps and Chromebooks. Login Practice. Keyboard Language Settings Joining Google Classroom. Touch Typing Using Google Document Project.

Touch Typing Google Slides Presentation Using the research tool. Learning about important

people in technology. Working collaboratively to

create a presentation.

How the Internet Works. Researching Touch Typing Coding Binary. E Safety

How the Internet Works. Touch Typing Coding

How the Internet Works. Using Google Sheets. Coding.

How the Internet Works. Using Google Apps Recap. Digital Driving Licence. Geography Coursework.

Spring Term E-safety (Kara and the Smart Crew) Touch Typing

Touch Typing Coding BBC Horrible Histories Stay

Safe Online.

Touch Typing How computers work. How computers use switches

and binary. How to make a half adder

using logiclab.

Using Google Spreadsheets.. HTML Coding.

Using Google Sheets. E-Safety Awareness. Coding

Coding.

Summer Term Touch Typing Coding

Touch Typing Using Google Sheets.

Using Google Sheets Coding Touch Typing

Using Google Sheets. Touch Typing

Coding Touch Typing

Coding.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & GAMES

CURRICULUM TOPICS

Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

Autumn Term

Swimming Dance Football Rugby Netball Health Related Fitness Cross Country Hockey (Girls)

Swimming Hockey Football Rugby Netball Cross Country

Swimming Pop Lacrosse Football Rugby Hockey Netball Cross Country

Swimming Basketball Football Rugby Hockey Netball Cross Country

Swimming Health Related Fitness Football Rugby Hockey Netball Cross Country

Swimming Invasion Games Football Rugby Hockey Netball Cross Country

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Spring Term

Swimming Hockey (Girls) Rugby Hockey Netball Cross Country

Swimming Rugby Hockey Netball Gymnastics Cross Country

Swimming Dance Rugby Hockey Netball Football Cross Country

Swimming Gymnastics Rugby Hockey Netball Football Cross Country

Swimming Badminton Rugby Hockey Netball Cross Country

Swimming Volleyball Rugby Hockey Netball Cross Country

Summer Term

Swimming Athletics Tennis Cricket Rounders

Swimming Athletics Tennis Cricket Rounders

Swimming Athletics Tennis Cricket Rounders

Swimming Athletics Tennis Cricket Rounders

Swimming Athletics Tennis Cricket Rounders

Swimming Athletics Tennis Cricket Rounders

Physical Education and Games

At Handcross Park we have a varied programme of activities across the PE and Games curriculum where the children can find their niche and can develop their confidence and self esteem. We believe in competition but also

stress the importance of fair play, mutual encouragement and the ability to be gracious regardless of the result. We encourage the children to be independent learners both on and off the games field whilst developing their

creativity skills within the subject. By taking part in sport at Handcross Park we hope the children can move onto their senior schools and beyond with the knowledge and understanding to sustain a life of healthy living.

Enrichment opportunities

The children at Handcross Park have many varied opportunities to further develop their own personal interests. We run an extensive activities programme throughout the year from golf, squash and hockey to judo, swimming

and climbing to name a few. The children also have the opportunity to be coached by professional coaches from Harlequins RFC and Chelsea FC. Potential Sports or All Round Scholars are provided with an after school

activity to prepare them for the physical demands and interview during the assessment day at their respective schools.We also offer the children the chance to play for their school teams on a weekly basis and to compete in

various tournaments across different activities. In arranging fixtures, we endeavour to ensure that each pupil has the opportunity to play a match on at least 50% of the available Wednesday match days in each school term,

although this figure is often much higher. Occasionally, some of these fixtures may be played on a Tuesday afternoon during Games lessons due the availability of certain schools.

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PSHE

CURRICULUM TOPICS

Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

Autumn Term

Community Different types of community.

Inclusion, cultural, moral and social

well being. Rights and Responsibilities of the

individual and within a community. Getting on and Falling Out. Making and sustaining friendships.

How to solve disagreements. Bullying. Conflict resolution and

understanding bullying is not

acceptable or tolerated behaviour.

The Wider World / Media and

Stereotyping Fair trade, globalization and

inequalities. Hunger and Poverty. Fundraising methods. Beginning to look at different

identities around the world and

Global citizenship.

Health and Well-being The children will learn about the

importance of setting personal

goals and doing this effectively.

They will look at the importance of

feeling valued and being

responsible for their own actions. They will look at the different

emotions they experience and

discuss how to manage these,

strategies to help and who to go to

for advice. Children will touch on

the subject of bereavement and

grief and also personal safety and

strategies for assessing risk

effectively.

Health and Well-being The children will learn about

setting personal goals and having

aspirations. They will look at both

positive and negative influences on

health and well-being, media

influences, peer pressure,

conflicting emotions and strategies

to handle these. In the latter part of

the term the children will have

lessons relating to managing

change and grief, personal safety,

understanding and managing risk,

personal responsibility and internet

safety.

Health and wellbeing The children will learn about how

to manage transition. How to

maintain physical, mental and

emotional health and wellbeing

including sexual health. How to

assess and manage risks to health

and to stay, and keep others, safe.

How to identify and access help,

advice and support.

Health and wellbeing The children will learn about how

to make informed choices about

health and wellbeing matters

including drugs, alcohol and

tobacco; maintaining a balanced

diet; physical activity; emotional

health and wellbeing and sexual

health. Also how to respond in an

emergency including administering

first aid. Identifying the role and

influence of the media on lifestyle.

Spring Term

Emotional intelligence Featuring comfortable and

uncomfortable feelings relating to

different personal circumstances.

Including skills in conflict

resolution and where to get help

and support.

Global Citizenship and world

issues Including air pollution- cause and

effect, global warming,

deforestation and looking at day to

day habits. Look at animals in danger of extinction; the

importance of bees and what we

can do to help.

Living in the wider world The children will learn about

respect for self and others and the

importance of responsible

behaviours and actions. They will

discuss their rights and

responsibilities as members of

families, other groups and

ultimately as citizens. They will

learn about different groups and

communities and learn to

acknowledge and respect diversity

and equality and how to be a

productive member of a diverse

community. They will also learn

about the importance of respecting

and protecting the environment,

about where money comes from,

how to keep it safe and the

importance of managing it

effectively.

Living in the wider world The children will learn about

respect for self and others and the

importance of responsible

behaviours and actions. They will

discuss their rights and

responsibilities as members of

families, other groups and

ultimately as citizens. They will

learn about different groups and

communities and learn to

acknowledge and respect diversity

and equality and how to be a

productive member of a diverse

community. They will also learn

about the importance of respecting

and protecting the environment,

about where money comes from,

how to keep it safe and the

importance of managing it

effectively.

Living in the wider world The children will learn about about

rights and responsibilities as

members of diverse communities,

as active citizens and participants in

the local and national economy.

How to make informed choices and

be enterprising and ambitious. How

to develop employability, team

working and leadership skills and

develop flexibility and resilience

Living in the wider world The children will learn about about

the economic and business

environment 5. how personal

financial choices can affect oneself

and others and about rights and

responsibilities as consumers.

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Summer Term

Daring to be Different Identity and self-esteem. Peer

influence and assertiveness.

Understanding difference and

diversity. Going For Goals Personal target setting. How they can achieve their goals

and be motivated individuals.

Health and Personal Hygiene Germs, personal and food hygiene,

healthy diet including ‘five a day’,

sugar and teeth, benefits and effects

of exercise. Growing Up Differences and puberty. Managing change and preparing for

transition.

.Relationships The children will learn how to

develop and maintain a variety of

healthy relationships within a range

of social and cultural contexts.

They will also learn skills to

recognise and manage emotions

and risky or negative relationships.

They will also be taught to

appreciate and respect equality and

diversity.

Relationships The children will learn how to

develop and maintain a variety of

healthy relationships within a range

of social and cultural contexts.

They will also learn skills to

recognise and manage emotions

and risky or negative relationships.

They will also be taught to

appreciate and respect equality and

diversity.

Relationship The children will learn how the

qualities and behaviours they

should expect and exhibit in a wide

variety of positive relationships

(including teams, class, friendships

etc.) . To further develop and

rehearse the skills of team working

including objective setting,

outcome planning, cooperation,

negotiation, managing setback and

compromise . To further develop

the communication skills of active

listening, negotiation, offering and

receiving constructive feedback and

assertiveness. To explore the range

of positive qualities people bring to

relationships. That relationships

can cause strong feelings and

emotions

Relationship The children will learn how the

features of positive and stable

relationships (including trust,

mutual respect, honesty) and those

of unhealthy relationships That the

media portrayal of relationships

may not reflect real life. Different

types of relationships, including

those within families, friendships,

romantic or intimate relationships

and the factors that can affect these

(including age, gender, power and

interests).That marriage is a

commitment, entered into freely,

never forced through threat or

coercion and how to safely access

sources of support for themselves

or their peers should they feel

vulnerable. The roles and

responsibilities of parents, carers

and children in families

PSHE

The Ten Core themes at Handcross Park are central to the PSHE teaching and the creation of a happy well rounded school community.

The aim of our programme is to help children to understand the world around them and give them the skill base to consider and make informed choices. In Year 3-6 the children will study a wide range of topics to encourage

and develop thinking skills and develop a more sophisticated understanding of aspects of community.

In Year 7 and 8 the children will receive an afternoons dedicated to a PSHE topic per term which aim to tackle the “Big” issues in depth. These sessions will be teacher / speaker led and will give the children the opportunity for

independent thought, discussion based collaborative work and peer learning.

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PLTS AND CITIZENSHIP

CURRICULUM TOPICS

Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

Autumn Term

Leadership Leadership activities help in the overall personality development of an individual making them better equipped for different kinds of tasks in the future. Communication and presentation Presenting information clearly and effectively is a key skill to get your message or opinion across and, today, presentation skills are required in almost every field.

Leadership Leadership activities help in the overall personality development of an individual making them better equipped for different kinds of tasks in the future. Communication and presentation Presenting information clearly and effectively is a key skill to get your message or opinion across and, today, presentation skills are required in almost every field.

Leadership Leadership activities help in the overall personality development of an individual making them better equipped for different kinds of tasks in the future. Communication and presentation Presenting information clearly and effectively is a key skill to get your message or opinion across and, today, presentation skills are required in almost every field.

Leadership Leadership activities help in the overall personality development of an individual making them better equipped for different kinds of tasks in the future. Communication and presentation Presenting information clearly and effectively is a key skill to get your message or opinion across and, today, presentation skills are required in almost every field.

Spring Term

Creative thinking The ability to think clearly and rationally is

important whatever we choose to do. Whether that

is sitting in an exam or in their future careers. Reflective, Resourceful and Resilient To be good at learning students need perseverance, curiosity, self knowledge and collaboration in this section we will look at how pupils can acquire these attitudes

Creative thinking The ability to think clearly and rationally is

important whatever we choose to do. Whether that

is sitting in an exam or in their future careers. Reflective, Resourceful and Resilient To be good at learning students need perseverance, curiosity, self knowledge and collaboration in this section we will look at how pupils can acquire these attitudes

Creative thinking The ability to think clearly and rationally is

important whatever we choose to do. Whether that

is sitting in an exam or in their future careers. Reflective, Resourceful and Resilient To be good at learning students need perseverance, curiosity, self knowledge and collaboration in this section we will look at how pupils can acquire these attitudes

Creative thinking The ability to think clearly and rationally is

important whatever we choose to do. Whether that

is sitting in an exam or in their future careers. Reflective, Resourceful and Resilient To be good at learning students need perseverance, curiosity, self knowledge and collaboration in this section we will look at how pupils can acquire these attitudes

Summer Term

Community Communities are important as they allow pupils to

interact with each other, share experiences, develop

valued relationships and work toward a common

goal. Teamwork Communities are important because they allow

pupils to interact with each other, share

experiences, develop valued relationships and work

toward a common goal.

Community Communities are important as they allow pupils to

interact with each other, share experiences, develop

valued relationships and work toward a common

goal. Teamwork Communities are important because they allow

pupils to interact with each other, share

experiences, develop valued relationships and work

toward a common goal.

Community Communities are important as they allow pupils to

interact with each other, share experiences, develop

valued relationships and work toward a common

goal. Teamwork Communities are important because they allow

pupils to interact with each other, share

experiences, develop valued relationships and work

toward a common goal.

Community Communities are important as they allow pupils to

interact with each other, share experiences, develop

valued relationships and work toward a common

goal. Teamwork Communities are important because they allow

pupils to interact with each other, share

experiences, develop valued relationships and work

toward a common goal.

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PLTS

Becoming a lifelong learner and responsible citizen means becoming responsible for your own learning and behaviours. Developing Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS) and the habits of citizenship will help you

achieve this.]

There are six main themes to the award, which are also reflective of the core themes of Handcross Park

● Leadership Academic Excellence and Innovation, Thinking and Life Skills, Sport and Sportsmanship

● Communicating and presentation Academic Excellence and Innovation, Arts and Performance

● Creative Thinking Academic Excellence and Innovation, spiritual Life, Arts and Performance

● Community International Awareness and Languages, Community Service, The Family

● Reflective, Resourceful and Resilient Academic Excellence and Innovation, Thinking and Life Skills

● Teamwork Thinking and Life Skills, Sport and Sportsmanship

Each year will have a term to investigate one area and gather a portfolio of evidence from lessons, matches, school and at home to achieve their level/year. If achieved this will lead to the pupil gaining a citizenship award for

each year.