At Byron College, our Key Stage 3 programme follows the National Curriculum of England, offering a strong academic foundation in core subjects. Alongside academic excellence, we focus on personal growth through our CARE values—Community, Action, Respect, and Excellence.
We help students build essential skills like communication, collaboration, resilience, and critical thinking, ensuring they are ready for the future while embracing the values that define our ethos, vision, and mission.
Core Subjects
English
Our English curriculum helps students build strong language skills and a love for literature. It focuses on:
- Reading fluently, with understanding and enjoyment.
- Building a rich vocabulary and strong grammar skills.
- Writing clearly and effectively for different purposes.
- Speaking and listening with confidence, including discussions and presentations.
Mathematics
Our Mathematics curriculum aims to build students’ confidence and competence in the subject. It focuses on:
- Developing fluency in fundamental concepts through regular practice and tackling increasingly challenging problems.
- Encouraging mathematical reasoning by exploring patterns, making connections, and explaining ideas clearly.
- Building problem-solving skills by applying knowledge to various challenges, breaking down complex problems, and finding effective solutions.
Science
The Science curriculum helps students develop a solid understanding of key scientific concepts and skills. It focuses on:
- Building knowledge across biology, chemistry, and physics.
- Exploring scientific methods and enquiries to answer questions about the world.
- Understanding the applications and implications of science in today’s world and the future.
- Thinking critically, engaging with scientific issues, and applying learning to real-life situations.
Suggestions for Reading –
Year 7
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Year 8
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Year 9
