Our curriculum in every subject is well-planned so that it meets the needs of EVERY student. Our subject curriculums help students to have a strong understanding of the most important knowledge. This is that that so EVERY student can achieve SUCCESS. Our curriculum will develop thoughtful young people who have acquired a strong sense of moral purpose. It will offer opportunities and experiences that will
improve students’ life chances, taking in to account local, national and global circumstances.

How do we implement our curriculum? 

Students have three 90-minute lessons per day. This means that they have time to gain a deeper understanding of the most important knowledge. Teachers then have a range of opportunities to check students' understanding and help students to address any mistakes. Using our assessment systems, we regularly adapt the curriculum so that we address students' knowledge gaps. 

Retrieval Practice (Homework)

Research has shown that a key aspect of your child’s achievement is directly linked to regular, small learning tasks which help them remember the most important knowledge. These tasks, known as ‘retrieval practice’, will be completed at home. It is expected that all students take responsibility for completing this retrieval practice so that knowledge that has been learned in lessons can be easily retrieved days, weeks, months and even years later during their time with us. Students who engage in their retrieval practise at home will receive reward points and earn a place on the Praise List. Completion of Retrieval Practice will require access to the internet as subjects use online platforms. If you do not have access to a computer or the internet at home, students can access this at Nightclub - every Tuesday and Thursday after school in C2 3pm - 4:30pm. Students are also provided with a free hot meal and drink.

Impact

The desired impact is that:

  • EVERY student gains strong knowledge across their subjects.
  • EVERY student achieves outcomes that are better than the national average in the subject they study.
  • EVERY student develops a love of reading.
  • EVERY student has a successful ‘destination’ after their time at Little Lever.
  • EVERY student is developed into a well-rounded citizen, ready to make a positive contribution to society.