The Key Stage 5 Politics curriculum at The Blue Coat School enables students to understand contemporary political developments in the United Kingdom and the United States, while exploring the mechanisms through which individuals and groups can actively engage with and influence the world around them. By combining theoretical study with ongoing analysis of “live” political events, students gain a dynamic and relevant perspective on politics that sets the course apart from many other academic subjects.

Students also examine political ideologies, which provide a philosophical framework for understanding the principles, values, and beliefs that underpin political systems and debates. This approach helps students connect abstract theories to the practical realities of governance, policy, and civic participation.

The taught curriculum is further enriched by a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, led by our Politics Prefects, which allow students to engage in debates, model political processes, and explore political issues in greater depth. Through this combination of academic rigour and practical experience, students develop critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills, preparing them to be informed and active citizens in an increasingly complex world.

Please find below the Curriculum Mapping for each Key Stage. Please note that Curriculum Maps are currently under review.