Curriculum for Excellence

The totality of experiences

The curriculum includes all of the experiences which are planned for children and young people through their education, wherever they are being educated.

  • How well do your current curriculum structures meet these areas for learning?
  • Which area will require most development?
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Ethos and life of the school as a community

The starting point for learning is a positive ethos and climate of respect and trust based upon shared values across the school community.

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Curriculum areas and subjects

The curriculum areas are the organisers for setting out the experiences and outcomes. Each area contributes to the four capacities.

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Interdisciplinary learning

How the curriculum should include space for learning beyond subject boundaries.

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Opportunities for personal achievement

Pupils need opportunities for achievements both in the classroom and beyond, giving them a sense of satisfaction and building motivation, resilience and confidence.