Curriculum Information

Summer 2018-19

Year 10

Non Mihi, Non Tibi, Sed Nobis

Coordinated Science Double Award (Mr. Marc Edmonds)

The IGCSE course continues this term as we build upon concepts studied earlier. We have made

good progress in Chemistry and Physics and it is now up to the students to review the topics

covered and consolidate their learning by making good use of the textbooks provided and the

resources uploaded onto Edmodo. In terms of content our focus will be mainly on Biology as we

continue our study of nutrition and then look at the major topics of respiration and transport.

English (Mr. Michael Hayes and Ms. Leanne Evans)

This term the pupils are approaching their final piece of coursework for their IGCSE English Language qualification, a narrative piece. Following this we will continue studying a short story collection named ‘Stories for Ourselves’ completing comprehension activities, and analysing the language used. To ensure success, the texts chosen will also appear on Paper 1, the IGCSE examination in Year 11. Henceforth, they will be constructing a piece of coursework for their IGCSE Literature qualification analysing two short stories exhibiting their understanding of the social and historical context of each text, essentially what influenced each writer, their form and particularly the consequence of their language devices. Thereafter, we will be studying War poetry and focusing on the subject, audience, devices and form. They will then be completing the last piece of coursework for the English Literature qualification; an essay which shows detailed knowledge of the content, deeper understanding of ideas, appreciation of the authors’ language and its affect and a sensitive and informed personal response.

Business Studies (Ms. Lily Ho)

During the Summer term, students will learn all about sources of finance and basic accounting.

They will learn how to produce a Profit and Loss Account, Break Even analysis, Balance Sheets and

Cash Flow Forecasts. In addition they will also investigate where companies can get sources of

finance to support or expand their businesses and make reasonable judgments on which sources

of finance would be most suitable for any given situation.

Extended Maths (Mr. Shahrul Afzanizam and Ms. Yogeswari Boghan)

This term, students will be learning three main topics: Further graphs, Probability and Statistics.

The textbook will be used extensively during lessons in order to ensure the students are well-

equipped with the knowledge and understanding. Apart from that, students will be exposed to

exam-typed questions taken from past IGCSE papers. This will greatly help students to build their

understanding and confidence in the Extended Maths course as part of their preparation for IGCSE

in 2020.

Additional Mathematics (Ms Yogeswari Boghan)

This term will begin with Permutations and combinations, Binomial theorem and Vectors. Revision of the previous topics will be part of this term too. The students will be exposed to exam-typed questions and problem solving questions in order to brush up their knowledge and understanding, as well as to build their confidence in Additional Mathematics as part of their preparation for IGCSE 2020.

Pure Sciences (Ms. Nellie Wong-Biology , Mr. John Foo-Physics and Chemistry)

In Biology, students will be focusing on 3 more topics in the last term. On the Excretion topic, they

would be learning about the functions of kidneys and how they are adapted to remove urea from

our body. This is followed by a large topic on the Nervous and Hormonal System in our bodies and

how our bodies regulate the internal environment, specifically on maintaining body temperature

and blood glucose level. Last but not least would be focusing on the different kind of drugs and the

harmful effects of abusing drugs.

In chemistry, students will be introduced to ‘Stoichiometry’, to learn how to use a balanced chemical equation to calculate amounts of reactants and products in chemical reactions. They will learn about ‘Redox reactions’, its definitions, and the oxidising and reducing agents. Students will be studying about conductors and insulators, and the principles, reactions, examples and uses of electrolysis in ‘Electricity and chemical change’. Students will be investigating the energy changes in reactions, energy from fuels, batteries, and reversible reactions in ‘Energy changes, and reversible reaction’ too. Further on, students will be learning ‘The speed of a reaction’ which includes the rates of reaction and factors affecting the rates, catalysts and some photochemical reactions. Lastly, they will be exploring ‘Acids, bases, and salts’ including the properties and chemical reactions of acids and alkalis, and the methods of making salts. In Physics, students will continue their learning on ‘Forces and motion’ which includes speed, velocity and acceleration, interpreting motion graphs, forces, friction, mass and weight, momentum, vectors and centripetal force. Later, students will be led to concepts of ‘Thermal effects.’ The methods of thermal transfer such as conduction, convection, and radiation will be learned, and students will need to solve some mathematical problems related to heat transfer. In ‘Forces and pressure’, new terms and concepts such as moments and centre of mass will be introduced. Students will study about Hooke’s law, pressure in liquids and gases, and to solve some pressure problems as well. Lastly, they will be exploring ‘Electricity’ which includes some important quantities such as current, potential difference, and resistance. They will be learning how to differentiate some electrical components and symbols, and between series and parallel circuits too.

Global Perspectives (Ms. Lily Ho)

In the first month, students are completing work on Traditions and Culture. They will investigate

what is meant by traditions and how this effects people in different countries. They will then

produce, in a team, a video based on one of the research questions given. The remainder of the

summer term, students will use their skills that they have learnt in the previous two terms to be

able to complete their individual coursework. Students will choose one topic and write a thesis

paper, collating personal, national and global perspectives supported by reliable statistics that

they have found and recommending areas of improvement. This coursework is out of 60 marks

and worth 30% of their IGCSE grade.

Music (Ms. Carrena Tung)

Performance: During this term the pupils will prepare two pieces for performance; one solo performance with or without a backing; and one ensemble performance. The pupils will be allocated 1 hour a week within school for preparation however they will be required to practice at home for at least 3 hours a week. Composition: Following on from last term’s minimalism composition, the pupils will spend one hour a week on a composition unit allowing them to develop their melody writing skills. We will explore techniques such as rhythmic and intervallic expansion and diminution, sequence, retrograde and inversion. Listening: The remaining hour of the week will be focused on section C of the exam and corresponding theory skills.

History (Mr David Geary)

This term will see the class continuing their study of the Cold War by examining the USA’s attempt

to contain the spread of communism during the Vietnam War. After this they will shift focus to the

USSR and look at four different case studies about how secure Soviet control in Eastern Europe

was between 1945-1989 and the eventual collapse of both this control and the USSR itself

between 1989 and 1991. They will then finish the year by contrasting events in Iraq and Iran

between 1950 and 1980. The class will also expand the types of source questions which they

practice in class as well honing their skills in the source-based essay.

Geography (Mrs Maryam Wallace)

This term students will continue their learning about the natural world. Students begin the term with an investigation into Energy and Water, Development and Torusim. Pupils will complete the year recapping skills learned throughout the year and topics including tourism and population. Expectations remain as high as ever with students encouraged to revise subject material at home at least 3 nights a week. Case studies should attract the most attention for students’ revision as these questions make up a large section of the IGCSE Content Exam.

Mandarin as a 1st Language (Ms. Heng Yue Shi)

In this coming term, students will study the units of ‘Virtues and attitudes to studying’ and ‘Chinese philosophers’. They will familiarize themselves with the topic and test methods through practising past exam papers. Students will be developing their descriptive skills, research skills and presentation skills. They will also develop their creative writing skills. There will also be opportunities for speaking and listening activities such as individual talks and presentations, discussions and drama. At the end of the term, students will able to write compositions of around 400-600 words.

Mandarin as a 2nd Language (Ms. Pang Sook Yee)

During this term, students will learn about the topic of Chinese culture. Through related video clips and other information, they will compare different culture more deeply. To improve their critical writing, students will develop the skill of critical matters and events. Students will also improve their research and presentation skills by doing writing practice in class. They will also become familiar with the topics and examination method through doing past papers. They will also learn some listening skills during this term. At the end of the term, students will able to write compositions of around 250-300 words.

Mandarin as a Foreign Language (Ms. Soon Saw Imm)

This term, the students will learn vocabulary relating to daily routines and life at home. They will look at passages which will contain different types of sentence structure and vocabulary. These passages will be used as models for the students to create their own pieces of writing especially themed-based writing. Group discussions will enable students to have the opportunity to express themselves with more confidence. To prepare the students for the IGCSE Paper 1, students will be given listening tasks based on various themes. Students will be expected to write 80-100 words using appropriate vocabulary and sentence structure; and also an essay of 120-150 words. Oral speaking will be conducted to prepare them for IGCSE Paper 3.

Malay Language (Mrs. Rabiahtul Bazariah & Mrs. Pattmagowri Muniyandi)

Throughout this term, Year 10 students will be working on the topics of “Ambang Remaja” and ‘Teknologi Maklumat. They will be developing their skills in these four areas: listening, speaking, reading and writing. They will learn how to write in paragraphs in a creative way, form their own opinions and learn how to take ownership of the language they are learning. They will continue to work in groups as well as independently and will focus on expanding their grammar. There will also be project-based learning on the title “Kebaikan dan Keburukan Teknologi Maklumat”.

ICT (Ms. Lily Ho)

During the summer term, students will learn skills on how to create webpages. They will learn how to create stylesheets, create and edit tables (borders, spacing and padding), edit text and pictures, create hyperlinks and anchors. They will then use these skills to complete past exam papers on this topic. Students will also learn theory about expert systems, its purpose and how to create a system for a specific audience, effective security of data, encryption and e-safety.

Physical Education (Mr Vinod Khanna, Mr Dennis Lee & Ms Emily Tan)

At the beginning of term, students will begin with the topic of athletics where they will be required to develop their skills of running, throwing and jumping. The students will learn the refine the correct techniques for high jump, long jump and shot putt. After sports day, students will begin to learn a variety of sports in our Striking and Fielding unit. This will see the students develop their skills in cricket and teeball as well as be introduced to new sports such as rounders.

Art Mr Mohd Shahrul Hasfis)

This term, students will learn about IGCSE paper 2 Design based assignment. They will design a

pencils case Based on local orchid flower for the first half term, they will learn about drawing. They

will learn about types of drawing and skills. They will focus on the skill in drawing, rendering,

toning and will learn about various type of materials. For another term, they will learn about the

painting and designing final product skills.

Upcoming Events

8 April First Day of Summer Term

10 April – 26 April Checkpoint Exams – Year 6 & Year 9

19 April – 22 April Easter Mini Break

30 April Early Years – Year 6 Sports Day (Athletics)

1 May Labour Day (Public Holiday)

2 May Year 7-11 Sports Day (Athletics)

16 May Teachers Day

19-21 May Wesak Day (Public Holiday)

22 May Nuzul Al-Quran (Public Holiday)

29 May Twilight Concert

1 June Open Day

5 – 9 June Hari Raya Mini Break

10-21 June Assessment Week

27 June Year 5-11 Production : We Will Rock You

7-8 July Georgetown Heritage Day (Public Holiday)

15 July Reports Day

17 July Parents Evening & Art Exhibition (Primary)

18 July Parents Evening & Art Exhibition (Secondary)

19 July Primary and Secondary End of Year Prize Giving

Ceremony

19 July Last Day of Term