Curriculum Intent

Our curriculum is structured around three strands.  

• Traditional Curriculum 
• This includes subjects that form the national curriculum and are taught in all mainstream schools
• They include: English (inc Media & Film), Maths, PSHE, ICT, Science, Humanities, Expressive Arts (Art, Music, Drama), D&T, PE
• All subjects work towards an accreditation at the end of KS4 (Entry Level and Level 1) and KS5 (Entry Level - Level 2) according to their Progression Pathway

• Personal Development Curriculum 
• This includes subjects that we offer and include on our timetable at GPS to develop independence and prepare our students for life outside school
• They include: Duke of Edinburgh, PDP, Life Skills, Food, Careers & Work Skills, Personal Finance, Health & Fitness and Work Experience
• All subjects work towards an accreditation at the end of KS4 and KS5 (eg Duke of Edinburgh/ ASDAN suite) at a level according to their Progression Pathway

• Additional Needs Curriculum 

  • This includes provision to reduce barriers to learning and meet the requirements of the EHCP delivered by therapists or specialists

  • This includes: SACS (Social And Communication Skills), Literacy, Numeracy, Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational therapy, Social & Emotional support, Learning Skills,  Drama Therapy, Movement