{"id":14347,"date":"2020-08-11T16:57:50","date_gmt":"2020-08-11T15:57:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stjosephsfederation.co.uk\/?page_id=14347"},"modified":"2023-10-25T14:26:07","modified_gmt":"2023-10-25T13:26:07","slug":"curriculum-vision","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.stjosephsfederation.co.uk\/curriculum\/curriculum-vision\/","title":{"rendered":"Curriculum Vision"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Aim high, dream big\u2026<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":15325,"parent":16261,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"page-templates\/flexible-content-sidebar.php","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"acf":{"flexible_content":[{"acf_fc_layout":"content","columns":"1","content_one":"School Development Plan 2023<\/a>","content_two":"","section_width":"full","content_width":"wide","section_title":"","align_title":"text-left","section_spacing":"no-spacing-both","separator":false},{"acf_fc_layout":"content","columns":"1","content_one":"

Aim high, dream big\u2026 That\u2019s what we encourage each child to aspire to, by fostering in them the self-belief needed to achieve their goals.<\/p>\r\nWe are aspirational for every individual and our curriculum is engaging, bringing learning to life, incorporating extra-curricular opportunities to enrich children\u2019s cultural capital. We want our children to be resilient young people who have a love for learning, with enquiring minds and a thirst for knowledge. Therefore, we offer them a curriculum which promotes high standards in English and Mathematics but an emphasis on all foundation subjects.\r\n\r\nEvery child is unique and has the right to a curriculum that extends them to discover their true strengths. Pupil voice plays a vital role in our curriculum design. Our pupils understand that their voice is important and contribute to school development. We want our pupils to be active learners in charge of their future.\r\n\r\nAt St Joseph\u2019s, learning is exciting and curriculum coverage is based on the National curriculum and statutory requirements. However, our curriculum is also unique and bespoke to our school. Our school ethos is based on Christian values and Christ\u2019s message of love, forgiveness and respect. We want our children to be aspirational, confident young people, with moral purpose and the confidence to know they can make a positive impact on our world.","content_two":"","section_width":"full","content_width":"wide","section_title":"Intent","align_title":"text-left","section_spacing":"no-spacing-both","separator":false},{"acf_fc_layout":"content","columns":"1","content_one":"

We adopt a thematic approach with an emphasis on cross-curricular links. This enables our children to apply core skills of reading, writing and mathematics, extending their vocabulary, knowledge and understanding, in a range of contexts.<\/p>\r\nWe instil a reflective culture, based on self-evaluation and an appreciation of the next steps to further improve. Children actively drive their learning through collaborative and individual work. They are encouraged to discuss ideas, ask questions and investigate concepts.\r\n\r\nThey have access to learning beyond the classroom and to a range of cultural experiences to support high expectations and future ambitions. Our curriculum is underpinned on a philosophy of \u2018believing and achieving\u2019","content_two":"","section_width":"full","content_width":"wide","section_title":"Implementation","align_title":"text-left","section_spacing":"no-spacing-both","separator":true},{"acf_fc_layout":"content","columns":"1","content_one":"

Every year group follow a thematic approach building in cross-curricular links, whilst ensuring specific subject skills and knowledge are taught. Pupil, staff and parent voice indicates the thematic approach positively engages children.<\/p>\r\nWe believe in the philosophy that \u2018children should be taught how to think, not what to think\u2019 Sessions provide opportunities to embed previous knowledge, address misconceptions, develop new skills and problem solve. Teaching is creative and addresses varying learning styles and needs. Staff promote pupil-initiated learning to support positive outcomes. Using formative and regular assessment, teachers plan innovative lessons offering challenge and support. They empower children to take charge of their learning and drive high standards.\r\n\r\nAt St Joseph\u2019s we understand that all children are different, but the expectation is that each child needs to be given a chance to achieve their potential. We achieve this by ensuring that:\r\n