Welcome to Key stage 3 & 4

Subjects

Here you’ll find a breakdown of our curriculum by subject. Click on each subject to view what is taught at every Key Stage, how it maps to our school-wide intent, and links to detailed resources.

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Key Stage 3

Subjects

All students follow a general course comprising English, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Information Technology, Geography, History, Religious Education, French, Art, Music, Drama, Personal and Social Education and Physical Education/Games.

In Year 7, students are placed into sets for Mathematics, English, Modern Foreign Languages and PE. In Years 8 and 9, these arrangements extend into other subject areas. Special provision is made for students with learning difficulties or special needs.

In the Spring Term of Year 9, students and parents are consulted regarding subject choices and future courses.

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Computing

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D&T

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Drama

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English

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Geography

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History

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Maths

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Music

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PE

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Key Stage 4

Subjects

All students take courses leading to GCSE or other appropriate examinations. As core subjects, all students take English, Maths, Science, Physical Education and a Personal and Social Education course which includes Religious Education, Careers Guidance and Health Education, and are given the opportunity to be involved in a work experience programme. A modern foreign language is also taken by the vast majority of students.

Great care is taken to ensure that the other subjects chosen offer each student a broad and balanced education. Subjects on offer include History, Geography, Business Studies, Computer Science, ICT, Design and Technology (including, Product Design, Food/Hospitality and Textiles), Art, 3D Art, Drama, Graphics, Music, Religious Education, Sport, Health and Social Care and Child Development.

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Art

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Business

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Computing

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D&T

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Drama

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English

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Geography

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History

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Maths

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Music

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Contact

The Thomas Adams School
Lowe Hill
Wem
Shropshire
SY4 5UB 

Tel: +44 1939 237000