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The Learning Curriculum

We aim to provide a curriculum which:

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  • is consistent with local and National requirements and is personalised to meet individual needs
  • is broad, balanced and develops knowledge and understanding regardless of ability, gender, ethnic origin or social background
  • is challenging and inspiring, enabling students to reach the highest possible level of academic success and personal growth
  • helps students to be happy and secure in their learning environment
  • strengthens studentsā€˜ capacity to learn by developing positive attitudes towards challenges, allowing students to think creatively, independently and rationally
  • promotes self-confidence, perseverance and self-discipline, and the skills of performance, critical thinking and collaboration
  • promotes our subject specialisms of arts and sciences across all subjects
  • allows students to see their school as part of the local community, sharing the values of good neighbourliness and understanding that difference is a source of enrichment
  • promotes strong moral values and preparation for adult life and the world of work
  • promotes the Every Child Matters agenda and inclusion at all levels
  • provides students with a sense of success through their achievements
  • encourages high aspirations and a sense of awe and wonder for the achievement of others
  • provides significant cross-curricular and extra-curricular activities, which are open to all students