2025 Summer KS3 Subjects Overview
IT: Scratch, Repeating Patterns, Pivot Stick
- Practice Scratch at Scratch Website.
- Learn how loops work to create repeating patterns.
- Experiment with Pivot Animator for simple stick animations.
English: Wonder, The Pied Piper
- Read or watch a summary of Wonder by R.J. Palacio.
- Understand the message and meaning of The Pied Piper.
- Practice writing a diary entry from Auggie’s perspective.
Maths: Ratio & Proportion, Probability, Sequences, Graphs & Transformations
- Practice ratio problems and probability calculations.
- Recognize arithmetic and geometric sequences.
- Learn coordinate plotting and transformations.
Science: Metals & Non-Metals, Ecosystem, Waves, Practical Skills
- Understand metal vs non-metal properties.
- Study food chains and biomes.
- Experiment with sound and light wave behaviors.
Creative Arts (Art): Figure Drawing, Colour & Abstraction
- Practice drawing stick figures and body proportions.
- Review the colour wheel and complementary colours.
- Look at abstract art by Picasso and Matisse.
Creative Arts (Music): Reggae & Reggaeton
- Listen to Bob Marley songs and understand reggae’s origins.
- Explore reggaeton rhythms and beats.
- Try clapping along to syncopated beats.
Creative Arts (Dance): Viral Dance Crazes, Fitness & Healthy Living
- Watch viral dance trends and practice basic moves.
- Do stretching and cardio exercises to build stamina.
- Understand how dance supports fitness.
Humanities (Geography): Forests, Fantastic Places
- Research rainforest ecosystems and deforestation.
- Explore famous world landmarks and their significance.
- Use documentaries like Planet Earth for learning.
Humanities (History): Mughals & Tudors, African Civilisations
- Compare Mughal and Tudor rulers.
- Study African empires like Mali and Songhai.
- Learn about Mansa Musa’s influence.
Disclaimer: This page is intended to only supplement the school curriculum as additional learning resources. Not all subjects are mentioned here, and the information provided may not be the most updated. For the most accurate and up-to-date curriculum details, please refer to the official school website: Hendon School KS3 Curriculum.