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Key Stage 2 (Years 3 to 6) 

Key Stage 2 builds on earlier learning and prepares pupils for the transition to secondary education, encouraging critical thinking and independent learning. 

Subjects: 

  • English, Mathematics, Science  

  • Topic, Art  

  • Music, PE, PSHE, French  

  • Arabic, Easy Arabic, Islamic Studies (Arabic & English) and Qatar History (Arabic & English) 

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Resources Used: 

  • Literacy: Literacy and Language  

  • Reading: Oxford Reading Buddy  

  • Maths: White Rose Maths and MyMath 

  • Science: Cambridge  

  • Grammar and Handwriting: Nelson  

  • Spelling: British National Curriculum  

  • Topic: Rising Stars  

  • Twinkl and teacher-created resources for cross-curricular links 

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Assessments: 

  • End-of-unit and end-of-term assessments 

  • GL Assessments or CAT4 (optional) to benchmark progress 

  • SPaG assessment  

  • Weekly Spelling test 

  • Ongoing Writing Assessment  

  • Internal end-of-year assessments in Maths 

  • Ongoing formative feedback and target setting 

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Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Qatar History 

In line with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education in Qatar, all students receive structured instruction in Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Qatar History. 

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Resources & Assessment: 

  • MOE-approved textbooks and teacher-created materials 

  • End-of-term internal assessments and ministry-mandated reviews 

  • Differentiated pathways for native and non-native Arabic speakers 

  • Cross-curricular projects and cultural activities 

 

Our Approach to Assessment and Reporting 

Assessment is integral to our teaching and learning process. It helps us identify strengths, support areas for development, and set personalised targets. 

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Assessment Types Across All Stages: 

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  • Formative: marking, questioning, discussions, peer/self-assessment 

  • Summative: quizzes, tests, projects, presentations, formal exams 

  • Standardised: GL, CAT4, and internal benchmarks 

  • Reporting: Three formal reports per year, with parent-teacher conferences to review progress and next steps 

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