INTRODUCTION
Dorrington Academy is a three-form entry school. We have 78 part time places in the nursery unit and we have 3 classes in the Foundation Stage, 6 classes in Key Stage 1 and 12 classes in Key Stage 2.
The Governing Body is active, interested and very supportive of the academy’s provision of education in the area. The Headteacher is responsible to the Governors in ensuring LA and school policies are carried out.
DEFINITION
The curriculum refers to the whole learning experience of the pupil including:
- Formal programme of study
- A range of areas of experiences
- Values and attitudes
CONTEXT
At Dorrington Academy the curriculum is firmly rooted within the context of our aims. All aspects of our curriculum aim to enable the development of the spiritual, moral and social wellbeing of the children, embracing a creative curriculum in order personalise learning opportunities.
It is our aim to be an inclusive school. Inclusion in all aspects requires commitment from all stakeholders and effective strategies for successful implementation. It is our aim to work towards inclusivity, with our school motto being ‘Together We Are Stronger’; this will evolve gradually through short, medium and long term planning, addressing policies, curriculum taught, teaching and learning strategies, communication with all stakeholders, staffing, resources and decision-making processes. Inclusion at Dorrington ultimately will help all our pupils and the rest of the community achieve great things.
NATIONAL CURRICULUM
The National Curriculum is fully incorporated in our policies and schemes of work to ensure the children get their entitlement.
Dorrington endeavours to be inclusive and provide equal opportunities for all pupils to develop their self-esteem, self-confidence and a sense of responsibility for themselves and others in preparation for their role as citizens.
CURRICULUM ORGANISATION AND REVIEW
Whole academy planning is undertaken in the light of the National Curriculum areas. Each Curriculum area has its teaching based on policies and schemes of work agreed by staff with supportive guidance and strategies. When children with Special Educational Needs are identified, parents are informed and Individual Education Plans of support are implemented. These are reviewed on a regular basis.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
We continue to develop teaching Spanish throughout the academy. The delivery of Spanish is structured into the school curriculum timetable with weekly lessons being supported by daily practice.
