Curriculum Map Year 7
These are long term plans drawn up for the start of the school year, therefore there may be some variation as the year progresses.
Subject
Autumn 1
Autumn 2
Spring 1
Spring 2
Summer 1
Summer 2
English
Class reader (1)
Writing to describe,
imagine and entertain
Chronological recount
(autobiography,
biography, diaries)
Comprehension –
non-fiction
Poetry - figurative
language
Nouns
Pronouns
Adjectives &
synonyms
Idiomatic language
Types of sentences
Punctuation
Paragraph cues
Prepared reading
Dramatic conventions
Library & guided
reading
Spelling
Class reader (1)
Writing to persuade
including speech
writing
Report, analyse,
comment (response
to class reader)
Comprehension –
literary prose
Verbs
Adverbs
Conjunctions
Phrases and clauses
Punctuation cont’d
Paragraph cues
Role play (response
to class reader)
Dramatic conventions
Library & guided
reading
Spelling
Class reader (1)
Short story –
structure & writing
Narrative viewpoint
Poetry – types &
styles (to include
others cultures)
Types of poetry
Comprehension –
poetry
Verb tense
Present & past
participles
Hot-seating /
Interviewing
Dramatic conventions
Library & guided
reading
Spelling
Class reader (2)
Myths, legends and
traditional tales
Formal and informal
letters
Interview texts
Poetry – types &
styles
Comprehension –
literary prose
Subject and object of
verb
Agreement of subject
and verb
Direct and reported
speech
Active and passive
voice
Dramatic conventions
Library & guided
reading
Spelling
Class reader (2)
Instruction texts
Explanation texts
Narrative poetry
Comprehension –
poetry and literary
prose (exam)
Apostrophe –
omission and
possession
Individual speech
Dramatic conventions
Library & guided
reading
Spelling
Class reader (2)
Writing an argument
Accent, dialect and
Standard English
Language acquisition
and change
Comprehension poetry
Comparing extracts
from texts which
share a similar theme
Dramatic conventions
Formal debate
Library & guided
reading
Spelling
Maths
Numbers
(Set 1)
Handling Data
(Set 1)
Percentages
Area
(Set 1)
Circle
(Set 1)
Data Handling
Pie Charts
Fractions, Decimals and
Percentages
Rules of Conversion
Percentage of an
Amount
Calculating the
Percentage
Profit and Loss
Circumference & Area
Semi-Circles and
Quadrants
Grouping Data
Pie Charts
Scatter Graphs
Algebra and Statistics
Roman Numerals
Number Bonds
Addition & Subtraction
Multiplication & Division
Factors & Multiples
Prime Numbers
Square Numbers
Triangular Numbers
Long Multiplication
Long Division
Probability (set 1)
Probability Scale
Probability of an event
Probability of two events
Fractions (set 1)
Equivalent Fractions
Fractions, Decimals and
Percentages
Mixed Numbers and
Improper Fractions
Adding/Subtracting/
Multiplying & Dividing
Fraction of an amount
Handling Data (set 1)
Mean, Mode, Median
and Range
Frequency Tables
Frequency Diagrams
Geometry (sets 2 & 3)
Angle Work
Triangle Facts
Quadrilateral Facts
Polygons
Decimals
Adding/Subtracting/
Multiplying & Dividing
Metric System
Algebra – Expression
& Formulae
Rules of algebra
Multiples & Powers of x
Indices
Negative Numbers in
Algebra
Substitution
Formulae
Angles and Polygons
Parallel Lines
Naming Angles
Polygons
Interior Angles
Angles in a Polygon
(Sets 2 & 3)
Symmetry
Line Symmetry
Rotational Symmetry
Fractions
Equivalent Fractions
Mixed Numbers and
Improper Fractions
Adding/Subtracting/
Multiplying & Dividing
Fraction of an Amount
Decimals
Adding/Subtracting
Money
Ordering Decimals
Multiplying/Dividing by
10,100,1000
Ratio & Enlargement
Finding Ratio
Ratio as a Fraction
Solving Problems with
Ratio
Scale Drawings
Ratio and Enlargement
Drawing Enlargements
Algebra – Equations
and Brackets
Multiplying out Brackets
Factorising
Solving Equations
Solving Equations
with x2
Equations with Brackets
Fractions and Equations
Scale Drawings and
Bearings
Using Bearings
Calculating Bearings
Measuring Bearings
Calculating Areas of
Squares & Rectangles
Finding Missing
Dimensions
Calculating Areas of
Quadrilaterals
(Set 1)
Straight Line Graphs
Graphs Parallel to the
Axes
Straight Lines not
Parallel to the Axes
Substituting Negative
Numbers
Number Work
Decimal Places
Significant Figures
Powers of 10
Standard Index Form
(Sets 2 & 3)
Calculator Work
Using the Calculator
BIDMAS
Decimals
Multiplying/Dividing
Foreign Exchange
Conversion Graphs
Transformations
Reflections
Rotations
Translation and Vectors
Algebra
Volume
Sequences
Cubes and Cuboids
Finding Height or Depth
Prisms
Equations to Sequences
Finding the Rule
(Sets 2 & 3)
Triangles, Angles and
Bearings
(Sets 2 & 3)
3D Shapes
Drawing Triangles
Angles of a Triangle
Bearings
Isometric Drawing
Looking at Nets
Finding the Third
Dimension
Units of Volume
Percentages
Handling Data
Percentages as
Fractions
Percentage of a Whole
Percentage of an
Amount
Fractions, Decimals and
Percentages
Finding the Percentage
Mean, Mode, Median
and Range
Frequency Tables
Frequency Diagrams
Probability
Probability Scale
Probability of an Event
(Sets 2 & 3)
Time, Travel and
Tables
Time
Time as a Fraction
Calculating Speed. Time
and Distance
Using Algebra to Solve
Problems
Year 7 Exams
Metric System
Decimals and Fractions
Charts and Tables
Frequency Tables
Frequency Diagrams
Pictograms
Pie Charts
Negative Numbers
Calculating with
Negative Numbers
Brackets
Double Negatives
Drawing axes
Translations
Transformations
Algebra
Using x
Two Missing Terms
Simplifying
Writing Algebra
Science
Elements, atoms,
compounds, chemical
formulae.
Acids, bases, alkalis
indicators,
neutralisation.
Observing cells,
microscope work,
specialised cells.
Geog
History
RS
YEAR 7 SET 2
Sexual reproduction,
pregnancy, puberty,
adolescence,
pregnancy, menstrual
cycle.
Plant reproduction,
germination, seed
dispersal.
Forces, springs,
effect of forces,
balanced and
unbalanced forces,
density.
YEAR 7 SET 2
Series and parallel
circuits, current,
voltage.
Magnets,
electromagnets.
Particle theory/model,
states of matter,
melting and freezing,
boiling points of
liquids, condensation
and sublimation.
Metals with
O2/H2O/acids,
reactivity,
displacement
reactions, extracting
metals.
Human organ
systems, gas
exchange in the
lungs, breathing,
skeleton, movement:
joints, movement:
muscles.
Nutrients, food tests,
healthy diet, digestive
system, enzymes.
Stars, solar system,
Earth, Sun, Moon,
seasons, satellites.
Ecology field trip.
Classifying animals
and plants.
Food chains and
webs.
Interdependence,
populations,
ecosystems.
YEAR 7 SETS 1 & 3
Sexual reproduction,
pregnancy, puberty,
adolescence,
pregnancy, menstrual
cycle.
Plant reproduction,
germination, seed
dispersal.
Series and parallel
circuits, current,
voltage.
Magnets,
electromagnets.
Weather and Climate – types of rainfall, ,
weather instruments, UK climate and water
cycle.
Microclimate investigation.
Case Study – Somerset Flooding 14 , physical
and human causes, impact on people and
environment.
Cross Curricular Link- Science Water cycle,
history settlement
Settlement – site and situation, settlement
shape
OS mapwork
Medieval Realms
Medieval Realms
1066-1500
1066-1500
YEAR 7 SETS 1 &3
Forces, springs,
effect of forces,
balanced and
unbalanced forces,
density.
Medieval Realms
1066-1500
Medieval Realms
1066-1500
Medieval Realms
1066-1500
What is history?
Historical language
Claimants to the
throne
The story of William’s
life
Stamford Bridge
Hastings
What is truth?
Bayeux Tapestry
William gains control
Life in the Village
Town Life
Who came after the
Conqueror?
Henry II and Becket
Religion in Medieval
England
The Crusades
Women in Medieval
England
Year 7 exam
Can we know God?
Buddhism (1)
Buddhism (2)
What does Justice mean for Christians?
Orders of truth
Atheism, Agnosticism
What is proved?
What is uncertain?
Creation theories
Religious symbols
and what they mean.
Holy books.
My own beliefs
Living it out project
The Christian
perspective on:
Creation, Love, Hope
and Forgiveness
The biography of the
Buddha
Enlightenment and
the Middle way
The Eight-fold noble
path.
The Four Noble
Truths
Wesak and a
Buddhist Shrine
Slavery/human rights:
William Wilberforce, John Newton, the 19th
Century anti-slavery movement.
Cross-curricular link:
Art
Metals with
O2/H2O/acids,
reactivity,
displacement
reactions, extracting
metals.
Transport- UK transport network,
environmental impact of shipping goods
Case Study HS2 or London airport
Economic Activity – classifying economic
activities and locating OS maps. Recognising
location factors. Globalisation
Case Studies a comparison of Farming in UK /
Bangladesh
Preparation for
Easter:
What does the
resurrection of Jesus
mean for Christians
today?
Geomorphological processes –
Weathering and erosion,
The formation of glacial and coastal landforms.
Field Trip to Lulworth Cove
Cross Curricular Link – Maths Mapwork Coordinates/ direction throughout year
Preparation for and
follow-up to the
French / History Trip
D-Day –causes,
events and results.
Cross-curricular link: History, English
Contemporary Slavery;
Child, domestic, economic and sex slavery
Case studies.
Cross-curricular links;
Science and Drama
French
Chez Moi
Town/directions
Food/Drink
Manger/Boire
/Prendre
Negative
Likes/dislikes
Partitive article
Music
Elements of Music
To have a full
understanding of the
concepts of pitch,
tempo, dynamics,
duration, structure,
texture & timbre and
be able to draw on
this knowledge as a
resource when
involved in practical
music-making
Preparation for
Christmas:
What does Jesus
incarnation mean for
people today?
Shops
Shopping – short
dialogues
Acheter
Quantities
Numbers 1 – 100
Money/prices
Cross Curricular Link:
maths
“Tell me a story” –
exploring graphic
notation with a view
to composing music
over narration
Cross Curricular Link:
English
Cross-curricular link:
English
Comparative religions
focus: worship
Leisure
Time clauses
Faire/jouer/aller
Graphs –
Cross Curricular Link
to ICT/maths
Weather + activity
Adding detail
Examinations
Major & Minor
Exploring the
differences between
major & minor scales
and pieces.
Composing a piece
with major & minor
contrast
How do I react.
Cross-curricular link: PHSE
Clothes
Personal descriptions
European countries
Cross Curricular Link:
geography
Holidays
Places to go
Activities
Aller faire
Illness- simple
expressions
Examinations
School
Subjects/times/
opinions
Journee typique
Pentatonic
Improvisation &
Ostinato Pieces –
Improvising using five
notes to compose a
piece, accompanied
by a set of melodic or
rhythmic phrases.
Let’s Dance! –
Exploring
compositions using 3
chords. Improvising
solos over a blues
scale which use 3
chords.
Performing &
analysing
compositions which
use 3 chords.
Contd.
Cross Curricular Link:
geography
Cross Curricular Link:
history
Across the year
Whole Class singing in lessons
Opportunity to participate in a wide range of large & small ensembles within a variety of concerts
Art
History of Art
Impressionism and
pointillism
Cubism
Surrealism
Contemporary art
Banners
DT
Design a clock
following the design
process
Make the clock using
a range of materials
and techniques.
Design an item using
storage as the theme.
Follow the design
process.
Make the chosen
project using the
correct tools and
processes.
Design and make a
project using the
theme of light.
Complete projects for
display.
Latin
The verb ‘to be’.
Singular & plural of 1st
& 2nd dec. nouns.
1st conj. verbs,
present tense.
Subject-verb
sentences. Roman
names. Roman
numerals I-XX.
Desktop publishing.
Using publisher to
Use the Internet for
research. Create a
brochure about the
Internet and E-Safety.
Subject & object.
Nominative &
accusative cases of
1st dec. nouns.
–ne open questions.
Roman schools.
Parts of speech.
Present tense of 2nd4th conjugation verbs.
2nd dec. (-us) nouns
nom. & acc.
Roman clothes.
The six cases.
Full declensions of 1st
and 2nd (-us) nouns.
Use of vocative case.
Chariot racing.
2nd dec. nouns (ager,
bellum).
Use of ablative case.
Prepositions.
The Roman town
house.
HTML – Part 1
Graphics and design.
Using Adobe
Photoshop
Control using Flowol
and Lego Robots
HTML – Part 2
How computers
work? (Part 1)
PSHE
•Bullying
•Disability
•Healthy Eating
•Healthy Feelings
•Bullying
•Disability
•Healthy Eating
•Healthy Feelings
PE
Volleyball
Dance
Swimming – NTP:
Water skills / stroke
development
Volleyball
Dance
Swimming – NTP:
Water skills / stroke
development
Games
Boys: Rugby / Soccer
Girls: Hockey/ Netball
Boys: Rugby
Girls: Hockey/ Netball
Computi
ng
Cross Curricular Link:
History
Cross Curricular Link:
maths
•You and the Law:
Children’s Rights
•The Rights of the
Child
•Child Labour
Volleyball
Dance
Swimming – NTP:
Water skills / stroke
development
•You and the Law:
Children’s Rights
•The Rights of the
Child
•Child Labour
Volleyball
Dance
Swimming – NTP:
Water skills / stroke
development
Boys: Hockey/XCountry
Girls: Netball/ XCountry
Boys: Hockey/XCountry
Girls: Netball/ XCountry
•Drugs
•Britain’s Government
•Citizenship
•Drugs
•Britain’s Government
•Citizenship
Athletics:
Sprint / Middle
Distance / HJ / LJ /
Jav / Shot / Relay /
Starts / Discuss /
Pace skills / Hurdles
Boys: Cricket
Girls: Athletics/
Rounders/ Tennis
Athletics:
Sprint / Middle
Distance / HJ / LJ /
Jav / Shot / Relay /
Starts / Discuss /
Pace skills / Hurdles
Boys: Cricket
Girls: Athletics/
Rounders/ Tennis