This book is the fifth in the series. Building from earlier key stages, it describes what children in English schools are taught throughout Years 7, 8 and 9 as preparation for GCSE. The book focuses on basic speaking and listening, reading, writing and maths - and summarises how Key Stage 2 learning is developed throughout KS3. The content explains or advises ¥ The main objectives of the National Curriculum; ¥ How each objective is likely to be taught; ¥ Issues or difficulties that affect learning; ¥ How parents can help with homework and support learning at home. The book aims ¥ Enhance parental knowledge about teaching and learning; ¥ Encourage more effective collaboration between schools and parents; ¥ Stimulate parents to become valued partners in their child's education; ¥ Empower parents to push for their child to achieve full potential; ¥ Inspire parents of children with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities to aim high and achieve success.