Citizenship at Key Stage 3
At The Rosewood School, Citizenship for Years 7, 8 and 9 is designed to empower pupils to understand their rights and responsibilities, develop their sense of identity, and explore the role they can play in a democratic society. Our KS3 curriculum has been reviewed and adapted to be engaging and impactful for pupils within a relatively short timeframe. We focus on three key themes:
· Living together in the UK
· Law and Justice
· Power and Influence
Through these themes, pupils explore important topics such as identity, community, human rights, migration, government, democracy, the legal system, the media, the UK’s relationship with the wider world, and how people can influence policy makers to create change in society.
Our curriculum is built around clearly sequenced Google Classroom assignments which pupils can access from home as well as at school. These assignments provide the framework for lessons in school, but also contain a wealth of resources including videos and further reading. Alongside improving literacy and extended writing, pupils are encouraged to debate, and consider different viewpoints.
The course is designed not only to boost understanding of Citizenship Studies but also to help pupils build confidence, communication skills, and a sense of purpose in their communities—even during a short-term placement.
Please see the Citizenship Studies Overview document below for details of topics covered throughout the academic year.