Curriculum
A rigorous, broad Key Stage 3 curriculum that challenges every student and prepares her for future success.
Our Curriculum Approach
At Daffodil Grammar School for Girls, our curriculum is designed to be both academically challenging and deeply enriching. We believe every student deserves access to a wide range of subjects, taught to a high standard, in a supportive and purposeful environment.
Our Key Stage 3 curriculum covers the core national curriculum subjects alongside Islamic Studies and Arabic, which are central to our school's identity and ethos. We do not treat Islamic education as an add-on — it is woven throughout the school day and across subjects where appropriate.
We teach students to think, question, argue, and communicate with confidence. Our lessons are structured to build knowledge progressively, and our teachers set high expectations for all students regardless of starting point.
At this stage, we offer Key Stage 3 only (Years 7–9). Our curriculum is reviewed regularly to ensure it is up to date, coherent, and responsive to the needs of our students.
Subjects Offered — Key Stage 3
English Language & Literature
Developing confident communicators and critical readers through a rich study of language and literary texts.
Mathematics
Building strong numeracy and problem-solving skills, preparing students for the demands of higher study.
Science
A broad science curriculum covering biology, chemistry, and physics — taught to inspire curiosity and rigour.
Islamic Studies
An integrated study of Qur'an, Islamic history, and fiqh, taught to strengthen faith and understanding.
Arabic
Classical and Modern Standard Arabic, deepening students' connection to the Qur'an and the wider Muslim world.
History
Exploring British, world, and Islamic history — building historical thinking and a sense of perspective.
Geography
Understanding the physical and human world, from local London to global challenges.
Religious Education
Thoughtful study of Islam and comparative religion, building respect, knowledge, and articulate faith.
Art & Design
Creative expression and design thinking, celebrating Islamic geometric art and contemporary practice.
PSHE / RSE
Personal, Social, Health and Economic education, including Relationships and Sex Education — age-appropriate and values-led.
Physical Education
Promoting health, teamwork, and physical confidence in a girls-only environment.
ICT / Computing
Digital literacy, computing concepts, and responsible technology use for the modern world.
A Note on Key Stage 4
Daffodil Grammar School for Girls currently offers Key Stage 3 only (Years 7–9). We are proud of our KS3 provision and are committed to expanding to Key Stage 4 in the future. This development will be announced when plans are confirmed. Existing students will be kept fully informed.
Curriculum Overview
- Key Stage
- KS3 (Years 7–9)
- Core Subjects
- English, Maths, Science, Islamic Studies, Arabic
- Humanities
- History, Geography, RE
- Creative
- Art & Design
- PSHE/RSE
- Integrated programme
- Languages
- Arabic
Curriculum Plans
Core
English — KS3
Language and literature: reading, writing, spoken language and critical analysis.
Mathematics — KS3
Number, algebra, geometry, ratio, probability and statistics, building fluency and problem-solving.
Science — KS3
Biology, chemistry and physics taught for curiosity, rigour and practical enquiry.
Plans
Islamic Studies & Arabic
Islamic Studies — KS3
Qur'an, seerah, fiqh, aqeedah and Islamic history woven through the school's ethos.
Qur'an & Tajweed — KS3
Recitation, memorisation and the rules of tajweed for accurate, beautiful Qur'an.
Arabic — KS3
Classical and Modern Standard Arabic, deepening connection to the Qur'an and Muslim world.
Tarbiyyah & Character / Study Skills — KS3
Character development, Islamic manners and effective study and revision skills.
Plans
Humanities & PSHE
History — KS3
British, world and Islamic history, building historical thinking and perspective.
Geography — KS3
Physical and human geography from local London to global challenges.
PSHE, RSE & Citizenship — KS3
Personal, social, health, relationships and citizenship education — age-appropriate and values-led.
Plans
Creative, Technical & PE
Art & Design — KS3
Creative expression and design thinking, including Islamic geometric art.
Computing & Digital Literacy — KS3
Computing concepts, digital literacy and responsible, safe technology use.
Design & Technology (Food) — KS3
Food preparation, nutrition and practical design and technology skills.
Physical Education — KS3
Health, teamwork and physical confidence in a girls-only environment.
Plans
Careers
Careers Education Overview — KS3
Careers content mapped across PSHE, Tarbiyyah, events and the wider curriculum.