Curriculum Principles

Broad and Balanced

Our curriculum is holistic. Beyond English, maths and science, pupils study the performing and creative arts, design and food technology, modern languages, physical education, humanities, religious education, computing and PSHE. Pupils understand all disciplines are equal in importance.

Inclusive

All pupils are entitled to and have access to our curriculum. Where pupils require adaptations, we will support them to access the curriculum and remain in the Kettlethorpe community.

Engaging

Team leaders ensure that subjects and qualifications draw upon the latest research both in intended curriculum knowledge and skills, but also pedagogy (teaching and learning).

Aspirational

At KS3 and KS4, our Team leaders select the knowledge and skills for study that they believe is the most powerful and fundamental to their disciplines; we are not guided solely by examination specifications. The EBacc is encouraged, but so are many as equally challenging and equally prestigious routes of study.

Personalised

Our curriculum is designed for the pupils who attend our school. It places the pupil at the centre and where necessary additional support, or challenge will be provided to enable each pupil to develop to be the best they can be.

Values-based

Our curriculum is underpinned by our values of responsibility, resilience, reflectiveness, respect and kindness; our curriculum places the needs of the pupil, the local area and wider society at the centre.

Transformational

Pupils are well-prepared for the next stage of their transition in life. Our curriculum ensures that all pupils leave with the necessary keys to unlock whichever door they wish to open next in life.