KS 3
About the course
Citizenship is taught in one timetabled lesson per week with one lesson per fortnight in Year 7. It aims to develop the knowledge and skills students need to be able to participate in politics and prepare them as young people and adults.n Year 7 Citizenship is taught in one timetabled lesson per week with one lesson per fortnight in Year 8. It is taught in accordance to National Curriculum guidelines to develop the knowledge and skills students need to be able to participate in politics and society as young people and adults.
What they will learn
Topics taught include:
There is a strong focus on culture, diversity and society throughout the study of these different topics. Students are taught to research issues, to use evidence to support their opinions and to look at both sides of debates.
How it will be assessed
Students are assessed each half term by a range of different tasks designed to develop both their research and communication skills.
Future Career Paths in subject
Education
A level Law, A level Critical Thinking.
Employment
Law and Politics.
Head of Department:
Mr Goodfellow
