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Al-Khair Termly Overview (Autumn 2017-2018)
English
Term: Autumn
Year: Year 11
Teacher: Mrs Jamila / Mr Zaman
1. TOPICS
What will we be covering this term?
1st Half Term:
Literature
We will read: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
We will explore: The Poetry Anthology
2nd Half Term:
Literature
We will read: An Inspector Calls by John Priestly
We will explore: The Poetry Anthology
2. ASSESSMENTS
How will my child be assessed this term?
There will be at least 2 assessed pieces this term including the End of Term.. All exams are
equally important and the average of the results will play a large part in determining the
predicted grades of the candidates submitted to colleges. They are therefore extremely
important.
3. How can I help my child in this subject?
• Encouragement, praise, ensuring that they do their homework; and checking their
diaries.
• Encouraging them to read around the subject.
• Further, students must be aware that there is no time to relax, that GSCE’s are very
pressurised exams.
• Their notes must be in order; discipline is essential.
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4. Resources
There is a plethora of resources on the subject freely available on the web, as well as
resources on dropbox folder and KSM Online.
Summary:
• Edexcel Website
● http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/english_literature/proseprideprej/ ● http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/pride/
● http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/english_literature/dramainspectorcalls/
● http://www.sparknotes.com/drama/an-inspector-calls/
● English Language Non Fiction: http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zr9d7ty
• Edexcel GCSE English Anthology
• Crash course channel on Youtube amongst others.
5. Reading lists
Students must obtain their own copies of the set texts, listed below. This is because these
texts will form the basis of their GCSE Literature exam and they need to make notes in their
books for revision purposes. They will be seriously disadvantaged without their own books.
We also recommend they acquire a notebook on each set text, like a CGP revision book.
However, this is not essential.
Summary:
• Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
• An Inspector Calls by John Priestly
• Poetry Anthology
• CGP Revision Guides and York Notes
6. Communications
Who do I contact if I have concerns about my child’s progress in this subject?
Please feel free to contact us at the school from 9.00-16:00 if you have any questions or
concerns. Alternatively, leave a note in your child’s homework diary and we will try to give you a
written response on the same day, or contact:
Boys: Mr Arif uz Zaman, by email on [email protected]
Girls: Mrs Jamila El-Wahabi, by email on [email protected].
Or if you wish to contact the Head of English, Mr Arif can be contacted on
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Maths
Term: Autumn 2017
Year: 11B & 11G
Teacher: Mr. Mohamad
Email: [email protected]
What will we be covering this term?
Following topics will be covered from Collins GCSE Maths 9-1 Higher TierTextbook
1st Half Term
● Counting, accuracy, powers and surds
● Quadratic equations
● Sampling and more complex diagrams
2nd Half Term
● Sampling and more complex diagrams
● Properties of circles
● Revision and end of term assessments
How will my child be assessed this term?
There will be four assessments this term. The national curriculum expects the average
students at this age and at this stage of their education to be working at least Grade 4 and at
most Grade 9 in GCSE Mathematics. We have a mixed ability class and while students in this
school generally exceed the national average, there is inevitably going to be some students who
find maths challenging and who will not be working at this level. All summative assessments will
be at least Grade 4 but there will be differentiation for those pupils who are at either end of
the ability spectrum.
● Assessment 1 will be a test on topics relating to Counting, accuracy, powers and surds
and quadratic equations.
● Assessment 2 will be a comprehensive end of term examination covering all GCSE topics
studied for from the syllabus.
How can I help my child in this subject? Students will benefit from having a designated quiet space in which they can study. They will
need their scientific calculators and geometry sets for some of the topics. They should make a
habit of practicing maths questions daily at home.
Please also encourage your child to always check their homework before handing it in as this
well help them self-correct and is a vital element in their own self-assessment. All the diagrams
including construction work as well as graphs should be done with pencil only. Any missed
homework will be flagged up through their exercise books, so please check them.
Who do I contact if I have concerns about my child’s progress in this subject? Please feel free to contact us at the school from 9.00-16:00 if you have any questions or
concerns. Alternatively, leave a note in your son’s/daughter’s homework diary and I will try to
give you a written response by the same day.
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Physics
Term:Autumn
Year: 11
Teacher: Mrs. Aziza Helaly
What will we be covering this term?
1st Half Term:
Energy transfer by heating: In this chapter, students will continue to develop their understanding of
the heating and cooling processes. They will describe the transfer of energy between objects through
absorption and emission of infra-red radiation as a part of the electromagnetic spectrum. This
includes the factors that affect the rate of this transfer such as temperature and surface colour.
They will apply this knowledge to the concept of the Greenhouse Effect and its relationship to the
wavelength of the radiation penetrating or being absorbed by Earth’s atmosphere.
Electricity in the home: In this chapter the students will compare direct and alternating currents in
terms of current direction. They will describe the UK mains supply and the wires used within it,
outlining the National Grid and the high voltages associated with it. Understanding of mains circuits,
including the function of the neutral and earth wires, has been applied to three pin plugs and a simple
ring-main. The choice of materials used for construction of mains circuits such as wires, cables and
plugs was discussed along with the need for a fuse to prevent overheating and insulation for protection
from short circuits.
Students will mathematically analyse circuits to determine the power supplied by a current and the
relationship between power and the resistance of components. This will be linked back to the charge
transfer in a circuit and the concept of electrical heating as charges move within or through
components.
Finally, students will consider the importance of efficiency within mains powered electrical devices
linking this concept back to energy transfer by a current and to the simplified system of energy
efficiency ratings used when considering the purchase of an appliance.
2nd Half Term:
Molecules and matter: In this chapter the students will increase their understanding of the concept
of density as a property of a material or object by measuring and calculating the density of solids and
liquids. This leads to a discussion of the states of matter, solid liquid and gas, the properties of
matter which is in these states and the changes which occur as a material changes from one state to
another. The changes in the properties of matter were used to introduce the kinetic theory and to
analyse the changes in temperature occurring during heating and the concept of latent heat.
The students move on to discuss the concept of internal energy in more detail; analysing the behaviour
of particles in a solid, liquid or gas as the temperature changed. Students will describe latent heat of
fusion and vaporisation mathematically, calculating energy changes during the appropriate phase
changes and attempted to measure the latent heat of fusion for ice using electrical heating.
The students will analyse the relationships between the pressure and temperature of a fixed mass of
gas, determining that the pressure is proportional to the absolute temperature. They described the
cause of pressure in terms of random particle behaviour and impact between the particles and the
container, explaining the changes in pressure in terms of changes in the motion of the gas particles as
the temperature decreases.
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How will my child be assessed this term?
Student progress is monitored continuously through a variety of testing
methods, including, class work, homework and summative assessment. Students
will have an assessment every 4 weeks and end of term assessment. These
assessment tasks will include the end of unit assessments. The skills that are
assessed are as follows:
● Working scientifically
● Understanding the application and implication of science
● Using investigation approaches
● Working critically with evidence
● Quality of written communication
All assessment marks are recorded in SchoolPod, and on a tracker in students’
books.
How can I help my child in this subject? It is recommended that each pupil develops their own glossary. Encourage your
child to learn the meaning and the correct spelling of key scientific terms.
Please ensure that your son is up to date with his homework. Reading over and
making their own notes about concepts and ideas covered is essential.
Useful Websites
For independent study the following websites are recommended:
● AQA specification: http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science ● BBC Bitesize: http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/science/add_aqa/
● S-cool the revision website: http://www.s-cool.co.uk/gcse/physics
● Revision GCSE Physics: http://www.gcsescience.com/pe.htm
Who do I contact if I have concerns about my child’s progress in this subject?
You can contact me at the school or alternatively, by email or leave a note in
your child’s homework diary.
Email address: [email protected]
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Chemistry
Term:Autumn
Year: 11
Teacher: Mrs Aziza Helaly
What will we be covering this term?
1st Half Term:
Organic reactions: In this chapter, students will learn about more organic functional groups – alkenes, alcohols, carboxylic acids, and esters. Students should be able to identify, name, and draw the
structural formula of the first four alkenes, alcohols, and carboxylic acids, and should be able to
identify, name, and draw the ester ethyl ethanoate.
Students will learn about the reactions of these four functional groups. They should be able to
describe the reactions and conditions of alkenes (with halogens, water, and hydrogen), alcohols
(combustion, oxidation, and reaction with sodium), and carboxylic acids (to make esters).
Polymers: In this chapter, students will learn about different types of manufactured polymers,
including addition polymers and condensation polymers. Students should be able to identify an addition
polymer from polymer and monomer diagrams – drawing the monomer from the polymer and the
polymer from the monomer. Students should also be able to describe the basic principles of
condensation polymerisation.
They will also study natural polymers, including polysaccharides, proteins, and DNA. Students should be
able to identify the types of monomers that form these polymers, and be able to describe the basic
structure of DNA. Higher-tier students should understand in greater detail how amino acids react
together to form proteins. With all polymers, students should understand the difference between the
monomer and the repeating unit of the polymer.
2nd Half Term:
Tests for positive ions: students will learn about various techniques for analyzing substances.
Students should be able to describe experimental tests for positive and negative ions, and be able to
write balanced symbol equations for them. Students will also study flame emission spectroscopy, and
should be able to interpret instrumental results.
Using our resource: In this chapter, students have developed their understanding of rusting from
KS3 to understand how both water and air are required for iron to corrode. They should be able to
explain how the two methods for preventing rusting – barrier methods and sacrificial methods – disrupt the oxidation of iron and prevent corrosion.
Students will study a series of different material types – alloys, polymers, ceramics, glass, and
composites. For each of these material, students should be able to identify key properties and link
these to their common uses.
Students will also study the Haber process and how it is carried out economically on an industrial scale.
This builds extensively upon knowledge of equilibrium conditions and students should be able to explain
why the industrial conditions for the Haber process are described as a compromise.
How will my child be assessed this term?
Student progress is monitored continuously through a variety of testing
methods, including, class work, homework and summative assessment. Students
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will have an assessment every 4 weeks and end of term assessment. These
assessment tasks will include the end of unit assessments. The skills that are
assessed are as follows:
● Working scientifically
● Understanding the application and implication of science
● Using investigation approaches
● Working critically with evidence
● Quality of written communication
All assessment marks are recorded in SchoolPod, and on a tracker in students’
books.
How can I help my child in this subject? Students should purchase the relevant CGP / Letts revision guide and workbook
with answers. They should review and attempt the workbooks. As the term
progresses students will progress by private reviewing of lessons at home
during the course of the term. Students will benefit from having a designated
quiet space in which they can study. Any missed homework will be flagged up
through their diaries, so please do check them.
Useful Websites
For independent study the following websites are recommended:
● AQA specification: http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science
● BBC Bitesize: http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zs6hvcw ● S-cool the revision website: http://www.s-cool.co.uk/gcse/chemistry
Who do I contact if I have concerns about my child’s progress in this subject?
You can contact me at the school or alternatively, by email or leave a note in
your child’s homework diary.
Email address: [email protected]
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Biology
Term:Autumn
Year: 11
Teacher: Mr Abdulruhman Abdi
What will we be covering this term?
1st Half Term:
Communicable disease: In this chapter, students will see how the concept of health (as a state of physical
and mental well-being) is affected by communicable (infectious) diseases. They will look at the different pathogens that can cause communicable disease, including bacteria, viruses, and protists, and how these can be spread between organisms – both animals and plants. Students should be able describe the different pathogens, the symptoms and treatments of a range of different animal and plant diseases, and the different defence mechanisms of the human body and plants. They should also complete the required practical to grow bacteria in the laboratory to investigate the effect of disinfectants and antibiotics. Preventing and treating diseases: In this chapter, students will study the prevention of disease by vaccination. They should know how the immune system works and what is meant by an antigen. They should understand what a vaccine contains and how it works, giving examples, and the concept of herd immunity. They should understand that memory cells remain in the body to provide long-term immunity. Students will study the treatment of disease by drugs including painkillers and antibiotics. They should understand that painkillers such as aspirin and paracetamol treat the symptoms and not the cause of disease. They should be aware that antibiotics are drugs used to cure bacterial infections. They should be aware of how drugs are made today to be effective and safe, and be able to outline the processes of clinical trials including double blind trials and using placebos.
Photosynthesis: In this chapter, students will study photosynthesis in both plants and algae. They should
be aware that photosynthesis is an endothermic reaction. Students will study the adaptations of leaves to achieve maximum efficiency in photosynthesis. Students will study factors that affect the rate of photosynthesis. They should understand the concept of limiting factors. They should have carried out data interpretation exercises and be able to explain the results. These students should be confident in analysing two or three factors displayed on a graph and deciding which factor is limiting. They should be confident describing the inverse square law as applied to light intensity. Finally students will consider the use of greenhouses and study how the conditions can be monitored and manipulated to achieve the highest rate of photosynthesis.
2nd Half Term:
The human nervous system: In this chapter students will study the principles of homeostasis, and should be able to give some examples and outline the control system involved. They should be able to describe a reflex arc, with detail of synaptic transmission. Students should appreciate that receptors detect a change in a stimulus and not the stimulus itself. Students will study the brain, linking each area with its function. There is a higher-tier topic of investigating the brain and the treatment of brain damage. Students will study the structure and function of the human eye and the process of accommodation. They should understand that the ciliary muscles contract in accommodation. These students should be able to describe
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common defects of the eye including myopia, hyperopia, and the role of new technology in the treatment of these conditions.
Hormonal coordination: In this chapter students will study the principles of hormonal control and the endocrine system. They should be able to identify the main parts of the endocrinesystem and recall the hormones they produce. Students should recall how blood-glucose concentration is controlled, including the role of insulin.
How will my child be assessed this term?
Student progress is monitored continuously through a variety of testing
methods, including, class work, homework and summative assessment. Students
will have an assessment every 4 weeks and end of term assessment. These
assessment tasks will include the end of unit assessments. The skills that are
assessed are as follows:
● Working scientifically
● Understanding the application and implication of science
● Using investigation approaches
● Working critically with evidence
● Quality of written communication
All assessment marks are recorded in KSM, and on a tracker in students’ books.
How can I help my child in this subject? It is recommended that each pupil develops their own glossary. Encourage your
child to learn the meaning and the correct spelling of key geographical terms.
Please ensure that your son is up to date with his homework. Any missed
homework would be flagged in your child's diary. I would encourage the use of
the AQA CGP/letts workbook with answers to consolidate learning.
Useful Websites
For independent study the following websites are recommended:
● AQA specification: http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science
● BBC Bitesize: http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/science/add_aqa/
● S-cool the revision website: http://www.s-cool.co.uk/gcse/biology/
Who do I contact if I have concerns about my child’s progress in this subject?
You can contact me at the school or alternatively, by email or leave a note in
your child’s homework diary.
Email address: [email protected] or [email protected]
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Arabic Language اللغة العربیة
Term: Autumn
Year: Year 11
Teacher: Abu Talhah Tahir / Houda Benhabiles
1. TOPICS
What will we be covering this term?
1st Half Term:
- Revision of GCSE topics
- GCSE Listening Past Papers
- GCSE Reading Past Papers
2nd Half Term:
- Writing Skills (Letters, Postcards and Emails)
- Writing Skills (Reports, Brochures, Speeches)
- GCSE Writing Past Papers
NB - Refer to the Ideal Subject Grid for an overall view. It ought to be noted that in
accordance with good teaching practices, planning will vary depending on needs of students.
2. ASSESSMENTS
How will my child be assessed this term?
Students have many tests this term. They are broken down below:
- Weekly Spelling/Translation Test.
- One Listening Exam in the 2nd half term.
- Three Speaking Exams. One for each unit covered.
- Three Writing Exams in the form of an essay. One for each unit covered.
- Finally, an End of Term Reading Exam consisting of both multiple-choice and open-ended
questions.
NB - Please refer to Student Hand Book for more guidance.
3. How can I help my child in this subject?
• Encouragement, praise, ensuring that they do their homework; and checking their
diaries.
• Ensuring that they are consistent in memorizing vocabulary.
• Ensure they complete past papers at home on a weekly basis.
• Their notes must be in order, neat and always complete.
• Practice GCSE Speaking questions on a daily basis.
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4. Resources
There are various resources on the subject freely available on the web, as well as resources
available from the Arabic department.
Summary:
• Ask us about the V-Series, S-Series and other resource booklets • http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/arabic-2009.html • http://arabalicious.com/ • http://arabic-daily.co.uk/arabic-gcse-learning-resources/ • http://www.memrise.com/course/71968/gcse-arabic-vocab/
5. Reading lists
We supply the student textbooks, but if you wish to purchase your own textbooks then they
are available online.
Summary:
• Mastering Arabic Series
• GCSE Arabic Companion
• Your Arabic Friend
• Arabic Between Your Hands
•
NB - Please refer to Student Hand Book for more guidance.
6. Communications
Who do I contact if I have concerns about my child’s progress in this subject? Please feel free to contact us at the school from 9.00-16:00 if you have any questions or
concerns. Alternatively, leave a note in your child’s homework diary and we will try to give you a
written response on the same day, or contact the Arabic Department via email:
Head of Arabic Language/Boys School Teacher
Abu Talhah Tahir
Girls School Teacher
Houda Benhabiles
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Autumn Termly Overview Year 11 Religious Studies: Y11 Term: Autumn Teacher: Mr Abdul-Momin
Hussain
Exam Board: Edexcel
Paper 1: Religion and Ethics: Christianity
Paper 2: Religion, Peace and Conflict: Islam
What will we be covering this term? 1st Half Term:
Christian Beliefs
Living the Christian Life
Christianity - Marriage and the Family
Exam Questions
Half Term test should be on (TBC): Christianity 1 – 3
2nd Half Term:
4. Christianity - Matters of Life & Death
3. Islam - Crime and Punishment
Exam Questions
End of Term test should be on (TBC): Christianity 1-4
Winter H/W - Islam 1-3 + Islam & Xianity Work book
How will my child be assessed this term?
There will be at least two assessed exams this term. ALL are Mock Exams,
which are either seen papers or unseen papers. The results of these will
determine the predicted grades of candidates and are therefore extremely
important.
In more detail;
• There will also be section test at the end of every Module topic.
• At the end of the term there will summative test that will test their
knowledge that they’ve covered the whole year so far.
• The ideal module grid.
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How can I help my child in this subject?
• Encouragement, praise, ensuring that they do their homework; and
checking their diaries.
• Encouraging them to read around the subject.
• Further, students must be aware that there is no time to relax, that
GSCE’s are very pressurised exams.
• Their notes must be in order; discipline is essential.
• Encourage your child to read and complete as many past papers
• They should also keep a diary and write out their thoughts and opinions
on events (home, school, locality, TV) as they occur around them.
Resources They should also familiarise themselves with mark schemes and exam resources
found on the edexcel website. BBC bitesize is useful. There is a plethora of
resources on the subject freely available on the web.
● BBC GCSE Bitesize - https://www.bbc.co.uk/education. ● You can order the correct resources from Pearson. ● You can also buy textbooks and good revision guides at all good
bookshops: WH Smith, Amazon etc.
● Past papers can be found at:
http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/support/support-topics/exams/pas
t-papers.html/student
Communications
Who do I contact if I have concerns about my child’s progress in this subject?
Please feel free to contact us at the school from 9.00-16:00 if you have any
questions or concerns. Alternatively, leave a note in your child’s homework diary
and we will try to give you a written response within the same day.
The subject leader: [email protected]. Head of Humanities: [email protected].
We send regular RS bulletins by email, you’re welcome to be added to the email
bulletin to be informed of your child’s Religious Education studies. Send an
email to [email protected] with your subject header
labelled RE email bulletin list to be added.
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Autumn Termly Overview Year 11 Geography: Y11 Term: Autumn Teacher: Mr Abdul-Momin Hussain
Exam Board: AQA
Paper 1: Unit 1 Physical Geography
Paper 2: Unit 2 Human Geography
What will we be covering this term? 1st Half Term:
Changing Urban Environments – Students will be looking at the characteristics and causes of urbanisation. They
will cover issues facing people living in urban areas, urban land use and how
urbanisation can be sustainable.
2nd Half Term:
Changing Rural Environment – Students will be looking at the characteristics and causes of changes in rural
environment. They will cover issues facing people living in rural areas, and how
rural land use can be more sustainable.
How will my child be assessed this term?
There will be at least two assessed exams this term. ALL are Mock Exams,
which are either seen papers or unseen papers. The results of these will
determine the predicted grades of candidates and are therefore extremely
important.
In more detail;
• There will be assessment on Urban Environments
• There will also be a section test at the end of every Module topic.
• At the end of the term there will summative test that will test their
knowledge that they’ve covered the whole year so far.
How can I help my child in this subject?
• Encouragement, praise, ensuring that they do their homework; and
checking their diaries.
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• Encouraging them to read around the subject.
• Further, students must be aware that there is no time to relax, that
GSCE’s are very pressurised exams.
• Their notes must be in order; discipline is essential.
• Encourage your child to read and complete as many past papers
More specifically to geography.
● Ask questions about what your child has learnt in geography; what topics
they are studying, interesting facts they have learnt, how the world is
affected by people.
● There are also many local places of geographical interest which may
support their learning.
● Look out for geographical documentaries on TV. There have been some
excellent series such as Tribe, Coast, Human Planet and Mega Cities, all
of which would be of value to your child’s appreciation of the
geographical world.
Resources They should also familiarise themselves with mark schemes and exam resources
found on the AQA website.
● You can order the correct resources from Oxford University Press. ● You can also buy textbooks and good revision guides at all good
bookshops: WH Smith, Amazon etc.
● Past papers can be found at:
http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/geography/gcse/geography-8035/asses
sment-resources
Websites:
While BBC bitesize is useful, a plethora of resources can be found on the
Geography freely available on the web.
● BBC GCSE Bitesize - https://www.bbc.co.uk/education.
● http://mapzone.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/mapzone/index.html
● http://www.weatherwizkids.com/
● http://www.geograph.org.uk/
● http://earthquake.usgs.gov/learn/kids/
● http://www.campaignforeducation.org/
● http://www.coolantarctica.com/
● http://www.rainforestsos.org/
● http://www.geography.learnontheinternet.co.uk/topics/river.html
● http://www.bbc.co.uk/climate/adaptation/renewable_energy.shtml
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Communications
Who do I contact if I have concerns about my child’s progress in this subject?
Please feel free to contact us at the school from 9.00-16:00 if you have any
questions or concerns. Alternatively, leave a note in your child’s homework diary
and we will try to give you a written response within the same day.
The subject leader: [email protected]. Head of Humanities: [email protected].
We send regular Geography bulletins by email, you’re welcome to be added to
the email bulletin to be informed of your child’s Geography studies. Send an
email to [email protected] with your subject header
labelled Geography email bulletin list to be added.
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History
Term: Autumn
Year: Year 11
Teacher: Ms Elmi
What will we be covering this term?
1st Half Term:
We will complete Henry VIII and his Ministers.
- The rise and fall of Wolsey and Thomas Cromwell.
2nd Half Term:
We will begin study Crime and Punishment 1000 years of History.
- Historic Environment Study.
How will my child be assessed this term?
There will be at lots of lessons focusing on exam technique. Students will be
expected to memorise, revise, and do homework in their own time.
How can I help my child in this subject?
• Encouragement, praise, ensuring that they do their homework; and
checking their diaries.
• Encouraging them to read around the subject.
• Further, students must be aware that there is no time to relax, that
GSCE’s are very pressurised exams.
• Their notes must be in order; discipline is essential.
Resources
They should also familiarise themselves with mark schemes and exam resources
found on the edexcel website. BBC Bitesize is useful. There is a plethora of
resources on the subject freely available on the web.
Communications
Who do I contact if I have concerns about my child’s progress in this subject?
Please feel free to contact us at the school from 9.00-16:00 if you have any
questions or concerns. Alternatively, leave a note in your child’s homework diary
and we will try to give you a written response on the same day, or contact me by
email: [email protected].
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