Our Curriculum Structure
College vision
Curriculum rationale
Statement of intent
It recognises that all learners are unique and may require a diverse range of pedagogical and metacognitive experiences to support them in their learning journey. We implore teachers to use vocabulary for a range of purposes and contexts to enable learners to enhance and develop their vocabulary repertoire, which is further advocated through the ‘Valiant Vocabulary’ boards in each classroom. Oracy plays an important role in instilling confidence and self-esteem amongst our learners, and they are regularly posed questions individually and collectively within groups to encourage and embark in dialogue that is meaningful. This allows our learners to express themselves freely, maturely and with conviction.
The curriculum and its delivery also reflect our Catholic ethos, vision and values. The curriculum disperses time proportionally to the weighting and demands of each subject area. The procedures and level of assessments are in line with our intent in providing a balanced curriculum. They enable us to inform learners, parents/carers of how much progress learners are making and what is required to help them improve.
Our SEND department also provide individualised programmes of support, for learners who require additional provision. Teaching Assistants are deployed across the College to further assist learners within the learning environment. Some learners are entitled to 1:1 support.
The governing body have been decisive throughout the processes that relate to Archbishop Beck Catholic College having a broad and balanced curriculum. They fully endorse the ethos of ‘Only the best will do’ throughout the College community.
Method of Implementation
Year 7 | Lessons |
---|---|
English | 5 |
Mathematics | 4 |
Science | 5 |
Geography | 2 |
History | 2 |
MFL | 2 |
Art and Design | 1 |
Music/Drama | 1 |
RE/Citizenship | 3 |
Design Technology | 2 |
PE | 2 |
Computing | 1 |
Year 8 | Lessons |
---|---|
English | 5 |
Mathematics | 4 |
Science | 4 |
Geography | 2 |
History | 2 |
MFL | 3 |
Art and Design | 1 |
Music/Drama | 1 |
RE | 3 |
Design Technology | 2 |
PE | 2 |
Computing | 1 |
Year 9 | Lessons |
---|---|
English | 4 |
Mathematics | 5 |
Science | 4 |
Geography | 2 |
History | 2 |
MFL | 3 |
Art and Design | 1 |
Music/Drama | 3 |
RE/Citizenship | 1 |
Design Technology | 2 |
PE | 2 |
Computing | 1 |