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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