Term 1
Introduction to Shakespeare, poetry structure and metaphor, and descriptive writing.
iLowerSecondary
at Kings Schools
International
Designed for students aged 11 to 14, our iLowerSecondary pathway deepens learning across languages, Mathematics, Science, humanities and creative subjects. Students develop independence, critical thinking and the study habits needed for International GCSE.
iLowerSecondary
Choose a year
iLowerSecondary
Year 7
Year 7 introduces the iLowerSecondary programme and deepens subject knowledge, analysis and independent study.
English Language & Literature
Term 2
Speeches, persuasive writing and non-fiction from the nineteenth to twenty-first centuries.
Term 3
A complete modern novel, creative narrative voice and comparative essays.
Mathematics
Term 1
Powers and roots, algebraic expressions, equations and sequences.
Term 2
Fractions, decimals, percentages, area, volume, ratio and proportion.
Term 3
Data types, averages, frequency tables and theoretical and experimental probability.
Science
Term 1
Cells, tissues and organs; particles and separating mixtures.
Term 2
Muscles and bones; elements, compounds and reactions; energy stores and transfers.
Term 3
Classification, food webs, the Solar System, sound and speed calculations.
Foundation Subjects
The Norman Conquest, Crusades, medieval life and the Black Death.
Map reading, GIS, population, migration, coasts and tectonic hazards.
Greetings, family, school and leisure in introductory French, Spanish or German.
Line, tone, texture, 3D construction and portraiture.
Year 7 marks the entry into iLowerSecondary and prepares students for more specialised study.
iLowerSecondary
Year 8
Year 8 increases analytical complexity and develops more rigorous algebraic, scientific and written reasoning.
English Language & Literature
Term 1
Dystopian fiction, atmosphere, tension and creative world-building.
Term 2
Investigative journalism, writing for social change and formal debate.
Term 3
Global drama, staging, performance analysis and scriptwriting.
Mathematics
Term 1
Linear functions, graphs, inequalities and introductory simultaneous equations.
Term 2
Standard form, advanced ratio, compounding and introductory circle theorems.
Term 3
Combined probability, surface area and volume, and Pythagoras theorem.
Science
Term 1
Nutrition, digestion and respiration; the periodic table and metals.
Term 2
Chemical cycles and the atmosphere; optics and heating and cooling.
Term 3
Photosynthesis and genetics; pressure and moments.
Foundation Subjects
The Renaissance, global empires and the Atlantic slave trade.
Weather, climate, development, global inequality and food geography.
Food, travel and health, with foundations in past and future tenses.
Expressionism, Pop Art, printmaking and digital manipulation.
Year 8 is the intermediate iLowerSecondary stage.
iLowerSecondary
Year 9
Year 9 completes iLowerSecondary and combines Achievement Test preparation with the transition towards International GCSE.
English Language & World Literature
Term 1
Shakespearean tragedy, dramatic structure and formal essay writing.
Term 2
Global anthology study, writer techniques and investigative reports.
Term 3
Non-fiction synthesis, poetic comparison and preparation for iGCSE.
Mathematics
Term 1
Quadratic expressions, rearranging formulas and coordinate geometry.
Term 2
Circle theorems, trigonometry and three-dimensional geometry.
Term 3
Cumulative frequency, box plots and rigorous Achievement Test problem-solving.
Science
Term 1
Genetics and photosynthesis; atomic structure and periodic trends.
Term 2
Chemical energetics, reaction rates, magnetism and electromagnetic induction.
Term 3
Space physics, atmospheric chemistry, climate change and revision.
Foundation Subjects
The World Wars, the Cold War and the struggle for civil rights.
Economic development, globalisation, superpowers and urban challenges.
Identity, media, future plans and discussion of global issues.
A sustained identity and culture project and portfolio preparation for GCSE.
Students sit iLowerSecondary Achievement Tests in English, Mathematics and Science.
Lower Secondary School – KS3
Developing Independent and Critical Thinkers
The Lower Secondary School follows the international Pearson Edexcel iLower specifications and its public qualifications.
Students develop their academic knowledge while building independence, critical thinking and the skills needed for the next stage of their education.
Subjects
- English Language
- Slovak Language & Literature / Slovak as a Foreign Language
- Modern Foreign Language – German, French or Spanish
- Mathematics
- Science – Biology, Chemistry and Physics
- History
- Geography
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- Art & Design
- Music
- Ethics
- Civic Education
- Physical Education (PE)
In accordance with Slovak legislation, Slovak nationals study Slovak Language and Literature throughout their schooling, while foreign nationals study Slovak as a Foreign Language.
Where strong
foundations begin
In iLowerSecondary, learning is built around clear academic goals, engaging classroom practice and meaningful connections across subjects. Based on the Pearson iLowerSecondary framework and enriched by our wider school approach, the programme supports children as they grow in knowledge, character and confidence.
International by design
Learning is built around clear academic goals, engaging classroom practice and meaningful connections across subjects.
Strong core learning
English, Mathematics and Science create a secure academic base for future progress.
Joined-up learning
Children explore topics that link knowledge across subjects and make learning more meaningful.
See the rhythm
of the school year
Open School Calendar
Term dates, events, trips, celebrations and key school milestones in one place.
From class events and themed projects to holidays, assessment periods and school life moments, our calendar helps families stay connected to the iLowerSecondary journey throughout the year.
The way students
grow here
Lower Secondary is a stage of growing independence. Students deepen subject knowledge, learn to analyse ideas, take greater responsibility for their work and prepare for the demands of International GCSE.
- Deeper subject knowledge
- Independent study habits
- Critical thinking and discussion
- Preparation for International GCSE
Our teaching approach is guided by ten practical principles that support meaningful learning, steady progress and active participation in every classroom.
Principles
for Progress
Every child is drawn into the lesson through discussion, questioning and shared activity.
We adapt learning so children can access challenge at the right level and move forward with confidence.
Students are encouraged to try, think, solve and take increasing responsibility for their own progress.
Thoughtful questioning helps children explain ideas, make links and stay actively involved.
Teacher explanations are structured, purposeful and designed to make new learning accessible.
Collaboration helps children build confidence, communication skills and shared responsibility.
Teachers use examples and demonstrations to make expectations visible and achievable.
Children learn to reason, investigate, problem-solve and explore ideas more deeply.
Students are taught to look back on their learning and recognise how they can improve.
Meaningful feedback between teacher and student strengthens understanding and next steps.
A curriculum
with depth
and direction
01/05
English
Students build confidence in speaking, reading and writing through rich language experiences, structured literacy development and purposeful communication.
- Spoken language
- Reading comprehension
- Writing with accuracy and expression
02/05
Mathematics
03/05
Science
04/05
Computing
05/05
Global Citizenship
Learning that
connects the dots
In iLowerSecondary, children do not experience learning as isolated subjects alone. Through themed units, they discover how ideas connect across science, humanities, the arts and personal development, creating a richer and more memorable learning experience.
Six-week thematic
learning blocks
Strong links between subjects
Better understanding
through context
A look into everyday
iLowerSecondary life
From focused classroom moments to creative projects and shared celebrations, school life in iLowerSecondary is active, warm and full of discovery.
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Whether you are planning ahead or looking for the right next step now, we would be happy to help you discover if iLowerSecondary at Kings Schools International is the right fit for your child.
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