On this page, you'll find a comprehensive collection of our curriculum plans for the current academic year across the school.

The British International School of Ljubljana follows the internationally respected English National Curriculum, recognised for its clarity, structure, and high standards. It provides a broad and balanced education that develops not only knowledge and skills but also curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every learner. The curriculum is organised into clearly defined stages — from Early Years through to Key Stage 5 — allowing students to build on their learning in a progressive and coherent way.

At its heart, the British curriculum promotes critical thinking, problem solving, and independent learning, while maintaining a strong emphasis on core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science. Alongside these, students engage in a rich variety of humanities, languages, arts, and physical education, ensuring a holistic educational experience. Regular assessment and personalised feedback help teachers track progress carefully, guiding each student to achieve their full potential.

In the upper years, students prepare for IGCSE and A Level qualifications, which are recognised by universities and employers around the world. This approach not only provides a solid academic foundation but also equips students with the skills, values, and mindset needed to thrive in a global community — confident, compassionate, and ready to make a positive impact beyond the classroom.

Whole School Themes – Blocks

Throughout the year, in each Block, we will be showcasing various subject areas across the school. These whole school themes are designed to bring our Primary and Secondary curriculum together, with students taking part in joint activities, challenges and competitions.

Block Theme

Block 1

Planning for Tomorrow

Block 2

The World around us

Block 3

Opportunities for Everyone

Block 4

The Working World

Block 5

Healthy Body, Healthy Mind

Block 6

Keep it Green, Keep it Clean

Block 7

Better Together

Year 7


SubjectOverviewTextbook / Resources

English

Year 7 English Plan

Skills in Fiction 1by Wendy Wren and Geoff Reilly (ISBN: 9780748765423)

Mathematics

Year 7 Mathematics Plan

Mathematics Stage 7 For Cambridge Secondary 1 by Patrick Kivlin (ISBN: 9781408519837)
Science

Year 7 Science Plan

Complete Biology for Cambridge Secondary 1 by Pam Large (ISBN: 9780198390213)

Complete Chemistry for Cambridge 1 by Philippa Gardom Hulme (ISBN: 9780198390183)

Complete Physics for Cambridge Secondary 1 by Helen Reynolds (ISBN: 9780198390244)

Art & Design

Year 7 Art & Design

BISL Art Instagram

Computer Science

Year 7 CS Plan

online resources used throughout the KS3 course
French

Year 7 French

Studio 1 Pupil Book (11 - 14 French) by Anneli Mclachlan and Clive Bell (ISBN: 9780435026967)
Geography

Year 7 Geography

Geog.1 by Rosemarie Gallagher, 4th Edition (ISBN: 9780198393023)
HistoryYear 7 HistoryInvasion, Plague and Murder by Aaron Wilkes (ISBN: 9780198393184)
Music

Year 7 Music

Opus 1: Progression in Music 11 - 14 by Steve Block et al (ISBN: 9780435812089)
Physical Education

Year 7 PE Plan

N/A

BISL Sport Instagram

PSHEYear 7 PSHEN/A
Slovene

Year 7 Slovene Foundation

Year 7 Slovene Intermediate

Year 7 Slovene Advanced

Natives use a collection of resources given by the teacher

Non-Natives:

Čas za slovenščino 1 by Mihaela Knez et al (ISBN: 9789612377724)

GermanGerman Y7 Curriculum Plan
Year 8
SubjectOverviewTextbook / Resources
English

Year 8 English Plan

Skills in Fiction 2 by Wendy Wren and Geoff Reilly (ISBN: 9780748769476)
Mathematics

Year 8 Mathematics Plan

Mathematics Stage 8 For Cambridge Secondary 1 by Patrick Kivlin (ISBN: 9781408519868)
Science

Year 8 Science Plan

Complete Biology for Cambridge Secondary 1 by Pam Large (ISBN: 9780198390213)

Complete Chemistry for Cambridge 1 by Philippa Gardom Hulme (ISBN: 9780198390183)

Complete Physics for Cambridge Secondary 1 by Helen Reynolds (ISBN: 9780198390244)

Art & Design

Year 8 Art & Design

BISL Art Instagram

Computer Science

Year 8 CS Plan

Online resources used throughout the KS3 course
French

Year 8 French

Studio 2 Vert Pupil Book (11 - 14 French) by Clive Bell and Anneli Mclachlan (ISBN: 9780435026936)
Geography

Year 8 Geography

Geog.2 by Rosemarie Gallagher, 4th Edition (ISBN: 9780198393030)
History

Year 8 History

Renaissance, Reform, Revolution by Aaron Wilkes (ISBN: 9780198393207)
Music

Year 8 Music

Opus 2: Progression in Music 11 - 14 Student Book by Marie Cherry et al (ISBN: 9780435812300)
Physical Education

Year 8 PE Plan

PSHE

Year 8 PSHE


Slovene

Year 8 Slovene Foundation

Year 8 Slovene Intermediate

Year 8 Slovene Advanced

Natives use a collection of resources given by the teacher

Non-Natives:

Čas za slovenščino 2 by Mihaela Knez et al (ISBN: 9789612377755)

German

German Y8 Curriculum Plan

Year 9
SubjectOverviewTextbook / Resources
English

Year 9 English Plan

Skills in Fiction 3 by Wendy Wren and Geoff Reilly (ISBN: 9780748769513)
Mathematics

Year 9 Mathematics Plan

Mathematics Stage 9 For Cambridge Secondary 1 by Patrick Kivlin (ISBN: 9781408519899)
Science

Year 9 Science Plan

Complete Biology for Cambridge Secondary 1 by Pam Large (ISBN: 9780198390213)

Complete Chemistry for Cambridge 1 by Philippa Gardom Hulme (ISBN: 9780198390183)

Complete Physics for Cambridge Secondary 1 by Helen Reynolds (ISBN: 9780198390244)

Art & Design

Year 9 Art & Design Plan

N/A

BISL Art Instagram

Computer Science

Year 9 CS Plan

online resources used throughout the KS3 course
French

Year 9 French

Studio 3 Rouge Pupil Book (11-14 French) by Clive Bell and Anneli Mclachlan (ISBN: 9780435026943)
Geography

Year 9 Geography

Geog.3 by Rosemarie Gallagher, 4th Edition (ISBN: 9780198393047)
History

Year 9 History

Technology, War and Independence by Aaron Wilkes (ISBN: 9780198393214)
Music

Year 9 Music

Opus 3: Progression in Music 11 - 14 by Rob Blythe et al (ISBN: 9780435812508)
Physical Education

Year 9 PE Plan

N/A

BISL Sport Instagram

PSHEYear 9 PSHEN/A
SloveneYear 9 Slovene Foundation

Year 9 Slovene Intermediate

Year 9 Slovene Advanced Overvie

Natives use a collection of resources given by the teacher

Non-Natives:

Gremo naprej by Ivana Petric Lasnik et al (ISBN: 9789612373108)

German

German Y9 Curriculum Plan
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