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Secondary KS3/KS4

The National Curriculum can offer a useful framework for your child's learning. This is especially true if they are likely to return to school later.

The Department for Education provides lots of information on this topic. See the basic overview at GOV.UK

You may find the websites listed below helpful as a start. Please note all the resources mentioned here are suggestions only and not recommendations. There are many more out there. 

Some are free and some are subscription-based. Sometimes, subscription sites offer free trials so you can try before you buy or offer a level of free resources. 

Be aware of internet safety. For example, check minimum age requirements if your child is registering any accounts in their own name.

English, reading and writing

Maths

English, maths and other subjects combined

Science

Computer science and programming

Other topics

  • Future Learn - A wide range of online courses for ages 13+
  • TedEd - Animations and talks on a wide variety of topics
  • Duolingo - Languages
  • Arts Award - Developing creative and leadership skills

Study aids 

You can buy textbooks and workbooks that complement particular exam boards. These are available through reputable bookshops or online. 

You can also download and print off past exam papers with mark schemes from many of the exam board websites. These may be useful for exam practice or to consolidate learning and understanding. 

GCSE and revision-specific resources

  • SENECA - secondary resources as well as GCSE and A Level 
  • GetRevising - GCSE revision tools 
  • GoStudent - home tutoring (this service involves costs)
  • Corbettmaths - maths videos, worksheets and revision cards 
  • Cognito - science and maths 
  • MME Revision - revision tools and resource 
  • SaveMyExams - revision notes, past papers, and exam questions

Functional Skills

Functional Skills courses in English and Maths are an alternative to GCSEs.  They focus on workplace literacy and numeracy. You can access them from Entry Level up to Level 2. 

You can book and complete exams online, at home. At Level 2, a Functional Skills pass is the equivalent of a Grade 4 at GCSE.  

More information is available from the following websites:

Work experience

We're pleased to announce a new collaboration with the Work Experience Norfolk Team. This means home-educated young people can get the necessary Health and Safety checks required for work experience placements.   

This service is available for a small fee. For more information, please contact your designated Home Education Officer.  

Please note that this service does not include arranging work experience placements. 

Virtual work experience 

There are virtual work experience options available. To find out more go to the following websites:

Volunteering opportunities 

Volunteer It Yourself offer a range of practical volunteer opportunities. These are available to young people in Norfolk aged 14+.

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