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Key Stage 4 Curriculum Booklet 2019-2021 learning to excel since 1969 Quality British education in Milan Key Stage 4 Curriculum Booklet 2019-2021 The British School of Milan Via Pisani Dossi, 16 - 20134 Milan, Italy - Tel. +39 02 210941 [email protected] - www.britishschoolmilan.com KEY STAGE 4 CURRICULUM BOOKLET TABLE OF CONTENTS……..………………………………………………………………………………....1 INTRODUCTION…...…………………….………………………………………….………………………..2 MAKING DECISIONS……………..……………………………………………………….………………..…3 IB DIPLOMA……………………..……………….……….……...…………………………………………….4 KS4 CORE CURRICULUM………….....……………..………………………………………………………...5 CURRICULUM CHANGE with ENGLISH A and ART..………………………………………..…………..…6 ENGLISH A - LANGUAGE and LITERATURE……….……………...………………………………….….......7 ENGLISH B - SECOND LANGUAGE……………………...……………………………..…………….….......8 MATHEMATICS……………………...………………………………………………………………………...9 ITALIAN A……….……………………………...……………………………………………….………....…10 LANGUAGE ACQUISITION – ITALIAN B, FRENCH, SPANISH, ………………………..………………..11 SCIENCE…………………………………………………………..…………………………………………..12 GEOGRAPHY………………………………………………………………………..…………………..…....14 HISTORY……………………………………………………………………………..…………………..…...15 MUSIC………………………………………………………………………………..…………………..…....16 ART…………………………………………………………………………………..…………………..…....17 DRAMA……………………………………………………………………………..………………………...18 IGCSE PHYSICAL EDUCATION………………………...………………………………………….……….19 CAREERS & UNIVERSITY ………………………………………………………………………..………….20 KS4 CHOICES FORM…………………………….…..……………………………………………….….…..22 LEARNING RESOURCE CENTRE ……………..….……………….………………………………….…….23 1 INTRODUCTION Dear Students and Parents The move from Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 4 involves some important changes both in the structure of the timetable and in the nature of the lessons. The purpose of this booklet is to explain these changes and to give some advice on the choices that have to be made. As is the case in most independent schools in England and Wales, The British School of Milan, adheres closely to the requirements of the National Curriculum (NC). By the end of Key Stage 3 students will have followed a broad and balanced curriculum consisting of fifteen subjects. The National Curriculum stipulates that all students in Key Stage 4 should receive as balanced an education as is possible. However, there is an element of choice available to them. The core Key Stage 4 curriculum includes: English Language English Literature Mathematics 1 Language subject [chosen by student] Italian / French / Spanish 1 Science subject [chosen by student] Biology / Chemistry / Physics 1 Humanities subject [chosen by student] Geography / History Students choose any 3 additional subjects which brings them up to 9 IGCSEs. Also included are two non-examination subjects Physical Education Personal, Social & Health Education The process of selecting the subjects that will be taken for KS4 takes place during the Spring term of Year 9 and involves discussion between students, parents and teaching staff. Inevitably some students will not be able to choose all six of their preferred subjects because of the need to group subjects in the Choice blocks to create a balanced curriculum. There may also be a restriction on the numbers in individual classes, so it is advisable to complete the ‘KS4 CHOICES’ form promptly. Should there be insufficient interest in a particular subject as a Choice, it may not be feasible for it to be offered. At Key Stage 4 students’ attainment is assessed with the IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education). Art is assessed with the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE). These subjects are traditionally assessed through formal, external examinations in the summer term of Year 11. There may be additional components of assessment taken in some subjects during the two-year course. As with the IB Diploma Programme (taken in Years 12 and 13), the results are keenly noted by prospective employers and institutes of higher education. This is an important stage in students’ academic development and one in which they have the chance to play a positive, pro-active role in making decisions that could influence their future opportunities in life. Students should think carefully about what their aims may be and make the most of the learning experiences offered. Prior to making these important decisions, students in Year 9 will receive advice and assistance from teachers about which subjects to choose. It is important to consider decisions in the light of any future career intentions. Please read carefully through the syllabus outlines contained in this booklet and bear in mind any advice given by subject teachers. Do feel free to speak to us individually in person, or contact us via e-mail, if there is any further information you require. Colm Murphy Head of KS4 [email protected] 2 MAKING DECISIONS Key Stage 4 is a two-year course of study culminating in IGCSE examinations at the end of Year 11. Depending on your choices, some subjects you used to do in Key Stage 3 will ‘disappear’ – those which remain will be allocated more time, allowing you to study each of your chosen subjects in greater depth. You will also have the opportunity to study new subjects. You will be expected to keep up with the demands of the syllabus for each subject, present homework punctually (there will be an increase in homework time allocated for each subject) and prepare effectively for a range of assessments. In short, undertaking IGCSE courses requires more self-responsibility, more determination and a high level of commitment. What should you consider when making your choices? ABILITY What advantage might you have if you select subjects in which you have achieved good results? INTEREST Are you more likely to work with consistent commitment and purpose in subjects that you particularly enjoy and know that you can be successful in? TALENT Some people are instinctively expressive or creative, and might enjoy the opportunities provided by subjects such as Music, Drama or Art. Other students may have a flair for foreign languages or mathematical-based ideas. If you know where your talents lie, you can capitalise on this… POTENTIAL Be aware that GCSE courses might make different demands upon you than KS3 courses did. You may be quite good at a particular subject already; imagine how much progress you make, and what results you can achieve with hard work and commitment to your own learning! Be cautious, though: if you have achieved very high grades through KS3, it does not automatically mean your initial grades at GCSE in KS4 will also be high – this might take time. CONTENT Familiarise yourself with the syllabus content for each subject. Look through the course descriptions in this booklet and try to match content to your abilities, interests and ambitions. AMBITION If you already have an idea of what future career(s) might appeal to you, you should bear in mind that some careers demand specific subjects. Medicine, for example, will require the study of two Science subjects, one of which must be Chemistry. Those considering a career in Engineering need to study both Maths and Physics. Make sure, therefore, that you get the correct advice before making decisions. If you are unsure what your ambitions are yet, then you may wish to keep your choices open by selecting a broad range of subjects. ADVICE People at school to ask for help include: Tutors, Subject Teachers, Heads of Key Stage 4 Head of Sixth Form: Mr Amy, Director of IB: Mr Pinchin Deputy Heads: Mr Green / Miss Walker The Principal: Dr Greenhalgh 3 IB DIPLOMA BSM became an IB World School in February 2008 and began delivering the IB Diploma Programme in September 2008. The study programme for Years 7 to 13 is designed to create a logical continuum in the curriculum to support success in the IB Diploma. When choosing subjects to study at IGCSE, students are advised to bear in mind that they will eventually have to make subject choices for the IB Diploma. In the IB Diploma students study six subjects selected from the six segments of the Diploma Curriculum Framework, as illustrated below. Group 1 STUDIES IN LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE Group 2 LANGUAGE ACQUISITION Group 3 INDIVIDUALS AND SOCIETIES Group 4 SCIENCES Group 5 MATHEMATICS Group 6 THE ARTS Three subjects are studied at Higher Level and the remaining three subjects are studied at Standard Level. Groups 1 to 5 are compulsory. You may take an extra subject from Groups 1 to 4, instead of a subject from Group 6, dependent upon scheduling issues. THE CO-CURRICULUM The school offers a wide range of activities beyond the actual classroom / lessons. Students in Key Stage 4 are encouraged to be involved in this important aspect of school life. Universities are looking for well-rounded individuals who are not purely academics, but who have been other wider interests, eg, Drama productions, Music performances or being a member of the Sports team. Keep in mind that during Key Stage 4 you are creating the early stages of a personal CV that will be of great benefit to you when you apply to university at the beginning of Year 13, and so broadening the scope of your interests would be beneficial. Challenge yourself to balance your academic and social growth: find pursuits beyond the curriculum and beyond the school through which you can fulfil your individual potential. The Physical Education Department offers a variety of co-curricular sports activities that are available to all of our students. During the school day, students have access to the inter-house sports experience of Python Points. Within this, students compete in a variety of regular sporting
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