Curriculum
Broadoaks British School Secondary offers a comprehensive and rigorous Key Stage 3, and Key Stage 4 curriculum that prepares our pupils for success in progressive education after the secondary level. Our curriculum is designed to meet the highest standards of international education following the highly recognized National Curriculum of Englandand Wales; ensuring our students excel with a rich learning experience.
Key Stage 3 (Years 7 - Year 9)
During Key Stage 3, pupils build a strong foundation in core subjects, developing essential skills and knowledge that will serve them well in their future academic journey. Pupils in this Key Stage from the Year 7 class to Year 9 discover their creative potential through our Art, Music, P.E and I.C.T Programs in Broadoaks British School Secondary. This stage fosters critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills, preparing pupils for the challenges ahead.
They explore a range of subjects, including
English Language and Literature
Mathematics
Science
History
Visual Art
Music
Humanities & Geography
Modern Foreign Languages {MFL} (French and Spanish)
Information and Communication Technologies {ICT}
Physical Education {P.E}, and
Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship Education {PSHCE}.
Key Stage 4 (Year 10 - Year 11)
In Key Stage 4, pupils delve deeper into their subjects, developing advanced skills and knowledge that prepare them for GCSE exams and beyond. They continue to study subjects from Key Stage 3. Pupils in this Key Stage from Year 10 to Year 11 have the opportunity to choose optional subjects like Business Studies, Economics, Sociology, Arts, and others based on elective provisions per time; which help them discover and strengthen their passion and interests. This stage encourages independence, critical thinking, and self-directed learning; building confidence and skills for post-16 education and future careers.
English Language and Literature
The subject of English being taught in the scope of its Language use and Literature art is one of the core subjects covering both Key Stages 3 and 4 of the secondary level. This subject aims to:
- Develop pupils reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
- Encourage a love of the language and literature art.
- Build analytical and critical thinking skills through the study of fiction and non-fiction texts.
- Develop creative writing skills, including poetry and storytelling.
- Prepare pupils for English Language exams, such as GCSEs and A-levels
- Foster effective communication skills, essential for success in all areas of life.
Mathematics
The subject of Mathematics is one of the core subjects covering both Key Stages 3 and 4 of the secondary level. This subject aims to:
- Develop problem-solving skills and logical reasoning.
- Build an understanding of mathematical concepts and principles.
- Encourage critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Prepare pupils for Math exams, such as GCSEs and A-levels.
- Essential for careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).