Curriculum

Here at the Link School we aim:

To provide a nurturing and creative environment in which our children and young people can flourish and grow to their full potential so they can aspire and achieve
Develop a culture where our children and young people are recognised as unique individuals and experience a sense of belonging
Create an environment that effectively breaks down the barriers to learning enabling our children/young people to achieve individual excellence
To promote emotional wellbeing and resilience in our children and young people who are then able to regulate emotions, live safe, healthy and fulfilling lives.
Raise aspirations so our young people and their families have the confidence and skills in preparation for their next life stage

The curriculum is organised in such a way that it provides children and young people with differentiated support and strategies to be successful in developing their own behaviour for learning.

Strategic Intent

To develop a curriculum which:

Engages our children and young people in learning
Creates a partnership with our parents/carers and all stakeholders
Takes into account individual learning needs, experiences and backgrounds
Allows everyone to experience success
Raises aspirations and standards of attainment

Curriculum Principles

Personal and academic progress over their time within the school community.
The majority of Curriculum time is given to Core Subjects to ensure that our children and young people have the essential skills needed for life and access to the wider curriculum
Personalised, differentiated support to stretch and challenge our children and young people so progress is accelerated from point of entry
Ensure all our children and young people make progress towards national expectations in order to narrow the gaps in learning
Enrichment through a creative curriculum and outdoor education which underpins SMSC and British values to create responsible and active citizens
Support transitions at each key stage for all our children and young people
Intervention programmes and community activities are offered to enhance learning, personal development and safety
Careers Information Advice and Guidance is embedded across the school

The Curriculum

The broad and balanced school Curriculum provides a strong academic core of subjects underpinned by SMSC, fundamental British Values, Careers Guidance, Healthy Living and well-being, preparation for the next stage, equality and diversity.

Classes are typically taught in mixed age groups based on individual needs and dynamics.

You can read our full Mathematics Policy by downloading the PDF below.

Mathematics Policy.PDF