This curriculum seeks to offer students who have previously had negative experiences of schooling (e.g. refusal to attend, behavioural concerns), or a significant amount of missed schooling, an opportunity to re-engage with primary style learning within a secondary school environment.

The curriculum covers 2 years. Year 1 offers a more project-based approach to learning, and more informal and embedded opportunities for learners to work on key skills needed (e.g. literacy and numeracy). Year 2 prepares students for a reintegration back into the main school, with more opportunities for independent and traditional learning and assessment. Each week, learners will have 4x Maths lesson, English lessons (divided into 1x SPAG, 1x Writing, 1x Comprehension and 1x Speaking and Listening), 4x Topic lessons, and then a variety of RSHE, Forest School, Art, Performing Arts and Pastoral lessons.

This curriculum has been developed on the understanding that learning happens within a context for students, and pays particular attention to cultural and experiential opportunities.

Differentiation is met through a variety of self-assessment checklists specifically picked for each learner, which aim to provide sufficient challenge. An understanding of learners and flexibility on topics covered is also essential to ensure achievement and enjoyment throughout the duration of the course.