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Curriculum Intent

Our inclusive curriculum is an essential component in our mission to develop the ‘whole child’. We teach an ambitious, well-sequenced curriculum, which draws upon the unique contributions of a broad suite of subjects. It includes a depth of knowledge and experience, in and beyond the classroom that leads to the transformation of our students over time. Community is deeply important to us and as such the curriculum incorporates local, national and international themes. Our intent is to provide and develop our student's knowledge and character to ensure they enter employment successfully, lead purposeful lives and make a positive contribution to society.

A strong relational approach is at the heart of school life. Teachers know their students as individuals and as a consequence challenge and support them; developing their skills as life-long learners and enabling them to reach their potential.

Lesson Allocation

Kirk Hallam operates a three-year Key Stage 3, with students opting for a wide variety of subjects to study further, at Key Stage 4.

Key Stage 3

Subject	English	Maths	Science	Humanities	Languages	Art	Drama	PE
Lessons per week	4	3	3	5	2	1	1	2
Subject	Technology	Computer Science	Music/Sport Science
Lessons per week	2	1	1

Year 10 (Core)

Subject	English	Maths	Science	PE
Periods	5	5	5	1

(Separate Scientists = 6 Sci and 4 maths)

Year 10 (Options)

Three lessons per week of the following subjects in three option blocks: Geography, History, Animal Care, Child Development, French, CNAT Sport, Art and Design, Business, Computer Science, Design and Technology, Performing Arts, Psychology, Religious Studies, Photography, Food & Nutrition, Music, Fashion & Textiles

Year 11 (Core)

Subject	English	Maths	Science	PE
Periods	5	5	5	1

(Separate Scientists = 6 Sci and 4 maths)

Year 11 (Options)

Three hours per week of the following subjects in three option blocks. Spanish, Computer Science, Business Studies, History, Geography, Music, Animal Care, Design & Technology, CNAT Sport, GCSE PE, Food & Nutrition, Psychology, Art, Child Development, Drama, Photography, Religious Studies, Fashion & Textiles.