In year 9 students have 30 lessons a week, these are allotted as follows:
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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| Landscapes –
Students begin year 9 looking at a range of landscape artists. Examining an artist’s work is at the heart of this project, with written analysis included alongside the replication of some famous landscape paintings. |
Portraits –
Students spend time exploring the proportions of the face and developing their ability to draw facial features. This project concludes with a self-portrait to demonstrate the skills that have been enhanced throughout the term. |
Sweets –
Students end year 9 with a ‘sweet treats’ project. This project mimics the GCSE coursework structure, including creating pieces of work inspired by an artist and producing a final piece linking the styles of different artists together. |
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Please note 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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| Calendar
Resistant materials Students create a wooden block calendar, demonstrating their ability to create successful lap joints, finger joints, planning, designing and using a range of hand tools and machinery. |
Orientalism
Textiles Students focus on orientalism for this textiles project. Using Batik and dying to create a finished product inspired by traditional oriental textiles. |
Cooking
Food Students investigate the Eatwell Guide, macro and micronutrients, and safety in the kitchen. Students complete a range of practical lessons, including those including high level skills linked to the GCSE. |
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Spanish
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French
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* Parents and carers have the right to request their child is withdrawn from all or parts of religious studies.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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