At Lavington School we believe that all students should have access to a broad and balanced curriculum. We believe equally that not everybody thrives on an identical diet.
Consequently, at Key Stage Three (years 7, 8 and 9), we offer our students the same subject framework. The detail of what is taught, at what levels and the approach used differs according to the ability and achievement levels of the individual students.
Whatever the subject, the work presented to and demanded of our students is planned so that all can be challenged and supported as required.
The most important thing you can do as a parent is simply to take an interest in your child's work. With this thought in mind this booklet has been produced to give you, as parents, a broad outline of the programmes of study your child will follow in the current school year.
Additionally, in each subject profile you will find a section headed 'parental contribution'. The purpose of this is to provide positive suggestions of the ways in which you can become more actively involved in your child's learning.
Sex and Relationship Education is an important part of the Skills for Life programme and the Science curriculum. Parents should inform their child's tutor if they do not wish them to take part in the Skills for Life element of the programme.
If you have any queries concerning the information provided here, do not hesitate to contact the appropriate Head of Department.
Homework is an important part of schoolwork. This is an area of your child's learning you can help with. Apart from trying to provide the correct environment; somewhere warm, a flat surface in a well-lit area and away from distractions, you could:
This Key Stage Three Curriculum Booklet is an initiative aimed at improving the quality of education at Lavington School by emphasising the link between school and home. Comments are invited.
Lavington School,
Devizes,
Wiltshire,
SN10 4EB
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