TME Advanced KS3 Dance-Evolution of Dance-Haka Years 7–9 | Ages 11–14

TME Advanced Dance – Evolution of Dance: Complete Years 7–9 Scheme of Learning

Take pupils on a creative journey through the development of dance with 12 engaging and progressive lessons. Pupils explore contrasting styles, movement characteristics and cultural influences before using this knowledge to create, refine and perform original choreography.

The scheme develops motifs, actions, space, dynamics, relationships, transitions and compositional structure. Pupils work independently and collaboratively, learning how to communicate an intention, respond to a stimulus and make informed creative decisions.

Detailed lesson plans and visual infographics provide clear teaching guidance, timings, organisation and performance expectations. The resource also includes STEP differentiation, SEND and EAL support, Head–Heart–Hands assessment, Assessment for Learning and roles for pupils who are temporarily unable to perform. Plan–Monitor–Reflect activities and extended oracy prompts support creative discussion, peer feedback, interpretation and thoughtful evaluation.

TME Advanced Dance – Haka: Complete Years 7–9 Scheme of Learning

Develop powerful performance, teamwork and cultural understanding through this 12-lesson Haka-inspired dance scheme for Years 7–9. Pupils explore strong stance, gesture, facial expression, rhythm, vocalisation, formation and unison while learning to perform the material respectfully and purposefully.

The scheme progresses from learning and refining movement phrases to creating structured group performances. Pupils develop confidence, timing, leadership, communication and the ability to convey a clear intention to an audience.

Every lesson includes detailed teaching guidance, visual infographics, progressive practical tasks, success criteria and performance checkpoints. STEP differentiation, SEND and EAL strategies, Head–Heart–Hands assessment and non-performing roles support inclusive delivery. Metacognition and age-appropriate oracy prompts encourage pupils to discuss cultural responsibility, explain choreographic choices, provide precise feedback and evaluate the impact of their performance.