Each Year cohort are split into ability groups. At Virgo Fidelis we only split ability into 'A' and 'B' groups. Timetables for Year 9 cohort are available by mouse clicking on the relevant group.

We are very aware of the efforts that all parents make in ensuring that their children realise their potential in all facets of school life. The aim of this booklet is to help you in the support of your child’s learning. The booklet contains an outline of the curriculum in each of the subject areas that your child is studying during this academic year.  In addition, an explanation of the support available from the Careers Service has been included.

Year 9 Curriculum Outline

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For each subject area the information is presented in the following sequence:

1     Course content

2     Assessment procedures

3     Homework policy

4     Marking policy

5     Text books/resources used during the course. Other recommended texts if applicable.

6     Specialist equipment/materials required if applicable.

In addition the following information is relevant to all subject areas:

Homework – this is set once per fortnight in RE, Technology, History, Geography and Classical Studies. Homework is set twice per fortnight in English, Mathematics and Science. Each homework is expected to take an average pupil approximately 1 hour. Modern language homework's are set twice per fortnight and are expected to take an average pupil approximately ½ hour.

Assessments – Assessment grades in all subjects are sent home during the autumn and spring terms. Grades awarded are based upon attainment and effort.   Internal examinations take place in all subjects during the summer term.  A full written report is sent home during the summer term.  Pupils sit National Curriculum Tests in English, Mathematics and Science during the summer term.

Marking - Marking in all subjects will be carried out in accordance with the whole school's assessment policy.  All marking will consist of a written comment relating to the standard of work and improvements that can be made.  Where grades are awarded these will relate to National Curriculum levels.

Parents Consultation Evenings - In March you have the opportunity to discuss the progress of your child with individual subject teachers.  If you wish to discuss progress at any other time further contact with teachers is welcomed.  There is an additional evening in January to discuss GCSE option choices.

How to help your child?

1    Show a keen interest in and appreciation of the work being done.

2    Use the information provided in this booklet to discuss the work being undertaken.

3    Encourage your child to take more responsibility for his/her own learning: to complete homework punctually and prepare thoroughly for examinations/assessments.

4    Try to provide the materials/resources at home which will support learning.

5    Monitor homework/assessment grades to ensure good progress is being made.

6    Contact the school if you feel progress is unsatisfactory or if you need further advice to enhance your child’s progress.

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