Key Stage 3 - Citizenship & Wellbeing
At Queen’s School, our Key Stage 3 Citizenship & Wellbeing curriculum is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to become responsible, informed, and active members of society. This programme blends citizenship education, which focuses on democracy, rights, and responsibilities, with personal wellbeing, which supports mental health, resilience, and personal development.
Through engaging discussions, debates, and real-life case studies, students will explore important topics such as government and politics, justice, human rights, financial literacy, personal identity, and healthy relationships. Our curriculum fosters critical thinking, empathy, and self-awareness, ensuring students develop the confidence to navigate personal and societal challenges.
Assessment in Key Stage 3 Citizenship & Wellbeing is continuous and reflective, focusing on students’ ability to analyse, engage, and apply key concepts. Assessment methods include:
- Debates and presentations on current affairs and ethical dilemmas.
- Reflective journal entries on wellbeing and personal growth.
- Research projects on political systems, law, and social issues.
- Scenario-based problem-solving exercises.
These assessments allow students to develop communication skills, ethical reasoning, and personal responsibility.
Homework is assigned weekly to encourage independent thought and real-world application of the topics covered in class. Tasks may include:
- Researching news articles on political, social, or ethical issues.
- Writing reflections on personal development and wellbeing activities.
- Preparing for debates or presentations on current topics.
- Engaging in community service or volunteering projects (where applicable).
- Complex Sentence Constructions (Relative Clauses, Conditionals, Subjunctive Mood).
- Passive and Active Voice.
- Use of Prepositions and Conjunctions.
These assignments are designed to deepen understanding and encourage students to take an active role in society.
Parents have 24/7 access to their child’s progress, including coursework grades, teacher feedback, and assessment results. Regular progress reports and parent-teacher consultations ensure that students receive personalised guidance and support in their academic, social, and emotional development.
While lessons are self-contained, students are encouraged to explore additional resources to enhance their understanding. Recommended materials include:
- BBC Bitesize Citizenship & PSHE (online).
- Young Citizens resources (citizenship education).
- Government & Parliament websites for real-world political knowledge.
- Wellbeing & mental health guides from Mind and NHS resources.
Key Details
Course Outline
The Key Stage 3 Citizenship & Wellbeing curriculum is structured to help students understand the world around them and develop the personal skills needed for a healthy and fulfilling life. The curriculum ensures students:
- Develop an understanding of democracy, law, and human rights.
- Learn about financial responsibility, budgeting, and digital safety.
- Build resilience, confidence, and emotional intelligence.
- Explore issues related to mental health, relationships, and wellbeing.
- Gain the ability to engage critically with social, political, and economic issues.
Key Topics Taught
- Citizenship: British values, democracy and government, human rights, justice and the law, global issues.
- Personal Wellbeing: Mental health awareness, resilience, emotional intelligence, stress management.
- Relationships & Social Skills: Communication, respect, consent, conflict resolution.
- Financial & Digital Literacy: Money management, online safety, consumer rights.
- Community & Volunteering: Active citizenship, social action, making a difference in society.
