Our school curriculum has been designed paying attention to the students and families whom we serve. Our central aim is to meet their needs and aspirations, allowing our students to develop socially and academically, during their time at Sir William Ramsay School. By doing this, we are helping to create the citizens and society of the future.

We see the curriculum as the progression of a broad mix of experiences gained by our students from lessons, assemblies and extra-curricular opportunities to wider ones linked to raising aspirations. 

Broadly speaking our curriculum intent encompasses the following: 

• Dignity, respect and equality.
• Self-belief, challenge and aspiration.
• Deep and rich knowledge and skills acquisition.

Leading to independent young people living safely in the modern world and preparing for their futures.

 Years 7, 8 and 9 Intent

The intention of Years 7, 8 and 9 is to build on Primary School experience and for students to start to think about their individual strengths and their possible future life choices.

To do this we offer:

• A broad and balanced academic and creative experience and wide range of subjects.
• The mastery of skills, knowledge and understanding focused on depth.
• Aspiration for all but especially our students with particular needs.
• Literacy and numeracy acceleration.
• Stretch and challenge focused on independence and “Thinking Hard”.
• The instilling of our core values.
• Support with contemporary issues - safety, mental health, life in modern Britain
• Extra-curricular opportunities including leadership opportunities.
• Preparation for next steps into Years 10 and 11.

Years 10 and 11 Intent

The intention of Years 10 and 11 is to build on Years 7, 8 and 9, for students to succeed academically and creatively to be able to make informed decisions on their future learning and career pathways and be prepared for life as young adults.

To do this we offer:

• A broad range of examined curriculum opportunities
• Aspirations for all but especially for our students with particular needs.
• A continued focus on the importance of Maths, English and the Sciences.
• Stretch and challenge for all through “Thinking Hard”.
• A focus on successful learning through memory, practice, revision and independence.
• Further development of contemporary issues and preparation for safe life in modern Britain and society.
• Extra-curricular opportunities including leadership.
• Preparation for next steps in learning - careers and education advice.