KS3 Curriculum Design

Rethinking your KS3 Curriculum?

Many schools are asking whether their curriculum is fit for purpose and they're starting with Key Stage 3.  Recent years has seen a move towards a 2-year KS3 to help prepare students for GCSE. However, the new Ofsted Inspection Framework is influencing a return to a 3-year KS3 and teaching a broader range of topics for longer.  Take a look at the work we're doing with schools and trusts to revitalise KS3. 

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Leora Cruddas: Is it helpful to think about Key Stages?

Following ongoing debate around Ofsted's new framework and the length of Key Stages, Leora Cruddas asks an important question.

What makes a great KS3 course?

Take a look at our infographic showing the key characteristics of a great KS3 course.

How to evaluate your curriculum

Start evaluating your KS3 curriculum now using this guide created in conjunction with our partners.

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KS3 Modern Languages

Build key language skills at KS3 with engaging cultural content.

KS3 Maths

 Boost students’ confidence at Key Stage 3 with tried-and-tested approaches.

KS3 Science

Inspire the next generation of scientists with real-world, practical science.

KS3 English Literature

Inspire and support even the most reluctant readers with our range of novels and plays for KS3.

KS3 English Language

The evidence-based approach to accelerating progress in writing at KS3.

KS3 History

Creating a passion for history at KS3 that inspires young historians.

Creating a KS3 Science Curriculum

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One Trust's experience with KS3 Exploring Science

Star Academies share how they have been using Exploring Science to inspire and build skills at KS3.

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Your free Interactive Scheme of Work

We’ve created a new, digital and free interactive Scheme of Work for science, maths and MFL. It's free and you can start using it now.  Go to your KS3 subject pages for science, maths or MFL above to find out more.

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