Below is a general overview of the topics students are taught throughout the year in each subject.
For a more in depth outline of each subject please click on the link for the subject page.
If you would like to speak to us about any aspect of our curriculum, please get in touch.
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| Cubism –
Year 8 students begin the year exploring the cubism movement. Focusing on the use of different mediums and creating mixed media pieces inspired by famous cubism artists. |
Bugs –
Insects are the stimuli for this project. Students use bold patterns and bright colours to complete paintings and drawings of different insects, touching on zentangle artists like Rosalind Monks. |
Responding to artists – Linked to the GCSE Art framework, students spend the autumn term focusing on their response to a variety of artists and replicating their techniques and practices. |
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Please note that that due to the different classes within a year group, students do not follow a set termly curriculum for Design and technology. Instead, all students will complete all of the below topics during different terms throughout the academic year.
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| Pencil case
Resistant materials Students create a wooden pencil case, demonstrating skills including; creating lap joints, using pyrography tools and using a range of machinery and hand tools. |
Felting
Textiles Students use Van Gogh as inspiration for this felting project. Students develop embroidery skills, and complete needle felting designs and using wet felting to create a piece of fabric. |
Cooking
Food Students spend time enhancing knowledge of safety in the kitchen. Completing a range of dishes including some high-level skills. Students also complete a £5 cook challenge, focusing on planning a meal on a budget. |
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Spanish
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French
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· Fitness
· Rugby · Badminton · Netball |
· Athletics
· Cricket · Rounders · Badminton |
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* Parents and carers have the right to request their child is withdrawn from all or parts of religious studies. Requests can be made by contacting the academy at office@retfordoaks-ac.org.uk
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