Curriculum for Excellence
“The national Curriculum for Excellence (CfE) program provides the framework for the teaching, learning and experiences of our young people. It puts their needs at the heart of learning and teaching.
In Aberdeenshire we are committed to giving every child and young person the chance to realise their full potential and become successful, confident, responsible citizens who are able to contribute effectively to their learning community.
At Portlethen Academy this means we strive to provide a rich, varied and challenging curriculum with experiences for all young people that builds towards their future. We have 3 main goals:
Attainment: The best qualifications for each learner which will support their employment pathways now and, in the future
Achievements: A range of positive achievements and experiences both in school and beyond
Skills: A range of skills that will help learning in school and beyond, in the workplace and which will support their health and wellbeing
We place an emphasis on linking our curriculum to the workplace beyond school as we believe that experiential learning and providing clear contexts and relevance are crucial to pupil motivation, attainment and achievement. If we know the purpose of our learning and are involved in it our gains are stronger.”
CURRICULUM MAP
Work has begun to create a whole school overview of the curriculum across S1, S2 and S3. Whilst there will at times be some changes to this and an element of flexibility to when a project or topic is perhaps delivered during a term or session, it is hoped that sharing such detail will allow parents to see what is being delivered and support their young person with their learning by either accessing the links that Faculties have shared, discussions around what, why and how they are learning, and with homework or preparation for key assessments at any given time. A full Curriculum Map specific to each Faculty can be found on the Faculty pages but a summary of topics covered is below and can be downloaded here.
Curriculum For Excellence Information booklet V4
Portlethen Academy Curriculum Structure
Parentzone Scotland all you need to know about the curriculum and learning nationally
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