English Term: Autumn Year: Year 10 Teacher: Mrs Jamila / Mr Zaman 1. TOPICS 1 st Half Term: Literature We will read: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen Language Non Fiction Texts Comparison and Transactional Writing 2nd Half Term: Literature We will continue reading: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen Language Fiction Texts Comparison and Creative Writing NB - Refer to the Ideal Subject Grid for an overall view. It ought be noted that in accordance with good teaching practices, planning will vary depending on needs of students. 2. ASSESSMENTS 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. NB - Please refer to Ideal Subject Plan 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. Encouraging them to read around the subject. Further, students must be aware that there is no time to relax, that GSCEs are very pressurised exams. Their notes must be in order; discipline is essential. 1 of 18
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/ 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 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 arif.zaman@alkhairschool.org.uk Girls: Mrs Jamila El-Wahabi, by email on jamila.elwahabi@alkhairschool.org.uk. Or if you wish to contact the Head of English, Mr Arif can be contacted on arif.@alkhairschool.org.uk. 2 of 18
Mathematics Term: Autumn 2016 Year: 10B & 10G Teacher: Mr. Afzal Email: ali.afzal@alkhairschool.org.uk Following topics will be covered from Collins GCSE Maths 9-1 Higher Tier Textbook 1st Half Term Module 1 Integers and decimals Chapter 1 Basic Number Module 2 Coordinates Chapter 10 Linear Graphs Module 3 Fractions - Chapter 2 Fractions, Ratio and Proportion Module 4 Algebra - Chapter 8 Algebraic Manipulation 2nd Half Term Module 5 Shapes and Angles - Chapter 6 Angles Module 6 Collecting data - Chapter 3 Statistical Diagrams and Averages Module 7 Displaying data - Chapter 18 Sampling and more complex diagrams Module 8 Constructions and loci - Chapter 7 Transformations, Constructions and Loci 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 8 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 comprise of the homework given to students in Autumn Term. The purpose of this is to encourage a culture of home/independent learning and pressure students to take homework seriously. Assessment 2 will be an exam based assessment looking at pupils understanding of Basic Number, Linear Graphs, Fractions, Ratio and Proportion, Algebraic Manipulation. Assessment 3 will also be a test on topics relating to Angles, Statistical Diagrams and Averages, Sampling and more Complex Diagrams, Constructions and Loci. Assessment 4 will be an end of term exam which will be made of everything we have learned in Autumn Term. This will be an extensive exam which will require sufficient revision and preparation. This will be a good opportunity to assess how much knowledge the students have retained from this term. 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 exam questions at home. Please also encourage your child to always check their homework before handing it in as this well help them to 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 or emails, so please check them. Who do I contact if I have concerns about my child s progress in this subject? 3 of 18
Please feel free to contact me at the school from 9.00-16:00 if you have any questions or concerns. Alternatively, leave a note in your daughter/son s homework diary and I will try to give you a written response by the same day. 4 of 18
Biology Term:Autumn Year: 10 Teacher: Mr Enamul Hassan 1 st Half Term: Organisation and digestive system - Students will that the digestive system is an example of an organ system in which several organs work together to digest and absorb food. They would be introduced to enzymes and will study what they are and how they work. They will deepen their understanding by looking at the lock and key model and investigating factors that affect enzyme activity as well as the role of enzymes in our digestive system, at home and in industry. 2 nd Half Term: Organising animals and plants By end of this unit students will be able to recognise the different types of blood cells in a photograph or diagram, and explain how they are adapted to their functions. They will be able to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of treating cardiovascular diseases by drugs, mechanical devices or transplant. They also will be able to explain how the structure of root hair cells, xylem and phloem are adapted to their Functions. 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. 5 of 18
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: aziza.helaly@alkhairschool.org.uk 6 of 18
Chemistry Term:Autumn Year: 10 Teacher: Mr Enamul Hassan 1 st Half Term: By the end of this unit students will be able to calculate the mean rate of a reaction from given information about the quantity of a reactant used or the quantity of a product formed and the time taken. They will be able to predict and explain using collision theory the effects of changing conditions of concentration, pressure and temperature on the rate of a reaction. Student will learn that in some chemical reactions, the products of the reaction can react to produce the original reactants and equilibrium is reached when the forward and reverse reactions occur at exactly the same rate. By the end of this unit, students be able to make qualitative predictions about the effect of changes on systems at equilibrium when given appropriate information. 2 nd Half Term: - Students will learn a new concept which is how energy can be released or taken in during a reaction. By the end of this unit students will be able to evaluate everyday uses of exothermic and endothermic reactions. - Students will learn the difference between alkane and alkene hydrocarbons. They will also learn that crude oil can be separated into fractions. 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? 7 of 18
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. 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: aziza.helaly@alkhairschool.org.uk or 8 of 18
Physics Term:Autumn Year: 10 Teacher: Mrs. Aziza Helaly 1 st Half Term: By the end of this unit students will be able to describe, with examples, how in all system changes energy is dissipated, so that it is stored in less useful ways. They will be able to explain ways of reducing unwanted energy transfers, for example through lubrication and the use of thermal insulation. They also will be able to calculate the amount of energy associated with a moving object, a stretched spring and an object raised above ground level. 2 nd Half Term: Throughout this unit students will learn that the higher the thermal conductivity of a material the higher the rate of energy transfer by conduction across the material and they will be able to describe how the rate of cooling of a building is affected by the thickness and thermal conductivity of its walls. By the end of this unit students will be able to describe the main energy sources available for use on Earth include: fossil fuels (coal, oil and gas), nuclear fuel, biofuel, wind, hydro-electricity, geothermal, the tides, the Sun and water waves. They will be able to describe the environmental impact arising from the use of different energy resources. 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 scientific terms. 9 of 18
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. 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: aziza.helaly@alkhairschool.org.uk 10 of 18
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History Term: Autumn Year: Year 10 Teacher: Ms Elmi. 1 st Half Term: We start studying Germany 1918-39 GCSE Unit. We will explore; Weimar Germany after War The Rise of Nazi Party. There will be at least one-section tests after every key topic. There may be seen or unseen papers. 2nd Half Term: Students will continue to study Germany 1918-39. Nazi Dictatorship. Nazi Domestic Policies. There will be at least two assessed pieces of work 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 key 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. 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. 12 of 18
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. 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: faduma.elmi@alkhairschool.org.uk. We send regular history bulletins by email; you re welcome to be added to be informed of your child s history studies. 13 of 18
Quran Term: Autumn Year: 7-11 HOD: Mr Y Ali The Quran lessons will be structured to cater for the needs of all students. Students will be divided into groups based on ability and what outcome they are looking to focus on. Group 1: will be memorising Juz Amma and focusing on implementing the relevant Tajweed rules. Group 2: will be for students who have already memorised Juz Amma and are aiming to recap and memorise more of the Quran. All students will be given individual Tajweed targets to work on based on their specific needs. Your child will be assessed through recitation of the Quran and memorisation. How can I help my child in this subject? Your child will benefit from having access to audio clips of surahs from the Quran (e.g. Youtube). You can encourage them to listen to the verses they are supposed to learn which will aid their memorisation of the surah. Who do I contact if I have concerns about my child s progress in this subject? Please feel free to contact me at the school from 9.00-16:00 if you have any questions or concerns. Alternatively, you can leave a note in your child s homework diary and I will try to give you a written response on the same day, or send me an email at yaqoob.ali@alkhairschool.org.uk. 14 of 18
اللغة العربیة Arabic Language Term: Autumn Year: Year 10 Teacher: Abu Talhah Tahir / Ladan Mohammed 1. TOPICS 1 st Half Term: Unit 6: Food and Cooking Unit 8: Clothes and Colours 2nd Half Term: Unit 9: Education and Training 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 Students have many tests this term. They are broken down below: - Weekly Spelling/Translation Test. - One Listening Exam in the 2 nd 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. Students must be aware that there is no time to relax; there is extra work available from the teacher. Their notes must be in order, neat and always complete. Practice speaking exercises at home to help build confidence in class. 15 of 18
Art & Design Term: Autumn Year: Year 10 Teacher: Mr Amin Miah & Mr Sufian Khan 1. TOPICS 1 st Half Term: Transformation Project and introduction to mark making students will be encouraged to experiment with different media and to explore the theme by mini projects that will be set 2nd Half Term: Transformation Project will be continued through the use of graphic communication projects. NB - Refer to the Long Term Overview for an overall view. It should be noted that in accordance with good teaching practices, planning will vary depending on needs of students. 2. ASSESSMENTS This term will introduce the students to the new GCSE Art & Design syllabus and the focus will be on experimental work to build up the confidence of your child. Assessments for Unit 1 will be through set homework and small controlled assessments during class. As there is no formal exam at the end of year 11 all classwork and homework will be a cumulative process of building a portfolio of work for submission at the end of year 11 and their Unit 1 will comprise of 60% of their overall qualification. The mini projects throughout this term will allow the students to research and experiment with their interpretation of the word Transformation. NB - Please refer to Long Term Overview 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. Encouraging them to be confident in their ability and to not be afraid to experiment. Ensure that students organise their time to make the most of building a body of work and to ask for help at every stage. Visit art galleries and museums as part of their research. Make sure all students attend the Art booster sessions that will be held at least once a week after school. 16 of 18
4. Resources There is a plethora of resources on the subject freely available on the web. Summary: http://www.royalacademy.org.uk/ http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/art/ http://www.artcyclopedia.com/ http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/art-and-design-2009.html https://prezi.com/ed2rt7ogp06s/gcse-art-and-design-identity/ http://www.studentartguide.com/featured/gcse-art-sketchbook-examples 5. 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 Mr Amin Miah, by email on amin.miah@alkhairschool.org.uk. (Please be aware that Mr Amin is only in school on Monday s and Tuesday s) 17 of 18
Geography Term: Autumn Year: 10 Teacher: Ms Ilham Nur 1 st Half Term: Natural hazards/tectonic hazards 2 nd Half Term: Weather hazards Homework is an integral part of ongoing assessment. Pupils will also be assessed through end of unit tests, which they will be notified about in advance. There will be 4 assessments through studying this module Assessment 1: natural hazards Assessment 2: End of unit exam Assessment 3: weather hazards Assessment 4: End of unit exam How can I help my child in this subject? Encouraging your child to read credible newspapers and keeping up to date with current affairs on the news will prove to be very beneficial. Subject book: GCSE AQA Geography A, Simon Ross, Nicholas Rowles ISBN: 978-019- 836663-8 Who do I contact if I have concerns about my child s progress in this subject? Please feel free to contact me at school from 8.30am-4.00pm, if you have any questions or concerns. You may also leave a written message in your child s homework diary. Alternatively, please email ilham.nur@alkhairschool.org.uk Alternatively contact, faduma.elmi@alkhairschool.org.uk 18 of 18