Bolton School
Bolton School

 

BOLTON SCHOOL BOYS' DIVISION

 

CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT: A STATEMENT

 

 

In a selective academic school, it follows that we will seek to promote the highest standards of academic achievement.  

 

Within the curriculum, the aims for all boys must be:

 

·         fluency in, and accurate use and understanding of, English

·         skill in numeracy; in problem-solving; and proficiency in mathematical and scientific methods and investigations

 

·         proficiency in at least one modern language, with the opportunity to attain knowledge and understanding of at least one other language, modern or classical

 

·         an appreciation of, and development of ability in, the creative and expressive arts

·         proficiency in the use of ICT

 

·         proficiency in the knowledge of concepts, issues and applications in history, geography and technology; a knowledge and appreciation of humankind, our heritage, human achievements and aspirations; and a concern for environmental and ecological issues

 

·         the development of the coordination of body and mind

 

·         a training in personal, inter-personal and social responsibility;  the understanding and development of a respect for religious and moral values, for other people and, above all, for oneself

 

·         the development of independent thought and study, and the active encouragement of a sense of curiosity and a spirit of enquiry and adventure

 

·         the provision of a wide variety of contexts, both within the School and beyond, that encourages the fulfilment of these aims

 

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