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Music
Head of Department:
Mrs J Hawkins
Summary of Programme for Year 9:
Music encompasses a wealth of different topics in Year 9. These include genres and styles as interesting and diverse as: Brazilian Samba, Film Music, Musicals and Pop Music. Core skills covered include Listening, Composing, Performing and use of Sibelius and GarageBand. Theory is covered alongside the practical elements of the course.
Does the Year 9 course include any elements of the GCSE?
We will touch on some aspects of the GCSE but will mainly be focusing on different topics/skills through the year.
PE
Head of Department:
Mr T Cobb
Summary of Programme for Year 9:
Year 9 PE aims to build upon students’ prior knowledge, understanding and practical ability in preparation for GCSE PE in
Year 10. Their curriculum will focus on: performing effectively in practical activities, and analysing and evaluating performance; acquiring and developing knowledge and understanding of factors that affect performance; and participation in a healthy active lifestyle.
Does the Year 9 course include any elements of the GCSE?
We will touch on some aspects of the GCSE course but will also include different topics/skills through the year.
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