Curriculum

Our work on curriculum is nationally recognised. We believe in the power of knowledge and offer a knowledge-rich curriculum in our schools. Giving all our pupils access to a high-quality education and the best possible opportunities is key to social justice and narrows the achievement gap for our most disadvantaged pupils. 

With subject-specific knowledge at its heart, our curriculum is both inclusive and ambitious. Our teachers also draw on the latest evidence and research about what works in the classroom so our pupils can reach their full potential and achieve excellent outcomes. Where pupils have special educational needs, we also adapt our curriculum and teaching approaches to ensure all pupils can achieve and access the curriculum successfully. 

Alongside an academic, knowledge-rich curriculum, we also offer high-quality enrichment in our schools, placing a high value on the arts, sport, and cultural pursuits.
 

Curriculum and Teacher Development

High-quality curriculum and teaching goes hand-in-hand with great teacher development.

We know the difference an excellent teacher makes to our pupils and that is why we invest in our teachers, offering them great training and development.

Our teachers and schools are also supported by our central education team. Our team of Central Subject Leads are curriculum specialists that provide dedicated support to our schools. We also use our Central Subject Leads to provide additional capacity to our schools to develop the curriculum.

At the heart of our curriculum and teacher development strategy are our subject communities, which allow school subject leaders to come together and play a key part in developing and evaluating our curriculum. Our subject communities mean that our curriculum is always growing, changing, and developing.

Our Secondary Reading Strategy

Using knowledge to improve Key Stage 2 Reading