United Kingdom · National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Year 10 Citizenship
A comprehensive study of the UK political system, legal framework, and the role of the citizen in a globalized world. Students analyze the tension between state security and individual liberty while developing the skills to participate in democratic life.
Constitutional Foundations and Parliament
An exploration of how power is distributed within the UK and the mechanisms for holding the government to account.
Students examine the uncodified nature of the British constitution and how power is shared across the four nations.
A deep dive into how a bill becomes law and the role of MPs and Peers in scrutiny.
Comparison of First Past the Post with proportional systems and their impact on representation.
Justice, Liberty, and the Law
Investigating the operation of the legal system and the fundamental principles of the rule of law.
Understanding the hierarchy of courts and the importance of judicial independence.
Analysing the purposes of sentencing and the effectiveness of the prison system.
Exploring how individuals resolve conflicts regarding contracts, employment, and negligence.
Human Rights and International Law
Examining the protection of rights in the UK and the role of international organizations in global justice.
Study of the domestic and international frameworks that protect individual liberties.
An analysis of the UN's role in maintaining peace and the challenges of humanitarian intervention.
Understanding the rules of war and the prosecution of war crimes through the ICC.
Identity, Diversity, and Community
Exploring what it means to be a citizen in a diverse society and the challenges of social cohesion.
Debating the concept of 'Britishness' and the role of shared values in a multicultural society.
Investigating the reasons for migration and the legal rights of refugees and asylum seekers.
Examining the Equality Act 2010 and the ongoing struggle for social justice for marginalized groups.
The Media and Information Literacy
Analyzing the role of a free press in a democracy and the impact of digital media on political discourse.
Evaluating the importance of investigative journalism and the ethics of media ownership.
Assessing how algorithms and viral content influence voting behavior and public opinion.
Investigating how citizens and organizations influence government policy outside of elections.
Active Citizenship and Social Change
Students design and execute a citizenship action project to address a local or national issue.
Selecting a community issue and conducting primary research to understand its impact.
Developing a strategy for change, including resource management and stakeholder engagement.
Reviewing the success of the citizenship action and reflecting on the skills developed.