Knowledge Organisers & Vocabulary Lists

At Martin high we use knowledge organisers to support learning.

Knowledge Organisers

Autumn term

Year 7 Knowledge Organiser
Year 8 Knowledge Organiser
Year 9 Knowledge Organiser 

Spring Term

Year 7 Knowledge Organiser
Year 8 Knowledge Organiser
Year 9 Knowledge Organiser 

The sequence of the curriculum and the nature of GCSE examinations have changed to focus on the retrieval of knowledge and the end of the Keys Stage

  • Learners need to be able to retrieve relevant facts and information at the end of Year 11 when they sit their exams.
  • Research indicates that schema can developed and secured by frequent recall and retrieval practice. In ‘Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning’ Roediger suggests that one of the best habits to instil in a learner is regular self-quizzing" 
  • The knowledge organisers will contain all the key facts and information that the learners will be assessed on each term.
  • Knowledge organisers should be use regularly at home to have the most impact. See Home Learning section for more detail.
  • Self-quizzing activities involve learners reading a section of the knowledge organiser, covering it up, and then writing it out from memory. Spacing out the reading and writing has proven to be most effective in securing knowledge.
  • Developing the routine of using the knowledge organisers from Year 7, means that learners will become much more secure in their knowledge and better prepared from the increase rigour of GCSE examinations.

Vocabulary lists

Year 7 Vocabulary
Year 8 Vocabulary
Year 9 Vocabulary

Vocabulary revision webpage...

https://vocab.lionhearttrust.org.uk/ 

Understanding Vocabulary Links and Testing Strategy

To support learners in mastering subject-specific terminology, we’ve made vocabulary lists available for every subject on the school website. These lists contain key terms that students are expected to understand and use confidently in their studies.Each list includes clickable links at the top, allowing learners to easily navigate to specific topics. This helps them focus their revision on particular areas and makes the resource more accessible.

Why Vocabulary Matters

Understanding subject vocabulary is essential for success across the curriculum. It improves comprehension, supports written and verbal communication, and helps learners engage more deeply with their subjects.

Testing Strategy

Learners will be tested on these vocabulary terms in November. The aim is to check their understanding and track progress. These tests are not high-stakes but are designed to highlight areas where further support may be needed.

Supporting Revision at Home

Parents and carers can help by encouraging learners to use the vocabulary lists and the online study resource. The study tool allows learners to create virtual flashcards and quizzes, helping them reinforce the terms they find most challenging.

If you have questions about specific terms or topics, please contact your child’s subject teacher.