Curriculum

At Utopia we provide an inclusive curriculum that actively promotes learning in alternative formats. Our staff are trained to constantly expose learning opportunities in an active and engaging way. We believe that education should be relevant, fun and provide young people with opportunities to gain new experiences that promote life long learning.

 

Curriculum Structure

The curriculum at Utopia comprises of core GCSE Maths and English alongside options of vocational qualificationat level 1 (BTEC Sport, Business, Media, Home Cooking Skills, Teamwork and Personal Skills anCaring for Children Under 5). It is also supplemented by functional skills English and Maths and additional short courses i.e. First Aid, Food Hygiene etc (identified based on individual learner needs)

Literacy

We recognise that reading isn’t always a priority for some learners, however proficient reading opens up access to a wider curriculum and more opportunities for everyone. Therefore we take a whole centre approach to improving learners’ confidence in reading by focusing on the development of reading across all subjects. Our ‘Read, Reflect, Relay’ approach encourages everyone to participate in reading, analyse the meaning and communicate their understanding within lessons. To teach reading effectively we assess learners and use this baseline to develop an Individual Education Plan, using the learners hobbies and interests to inform the content of their reading programme.

 

PHSE & Life Skills

At Utopia personal and social development is at the heart of what we do. Our goal is to prepare learners for life as an adult by providing experiences that challenge them, in a supportive and nurturing way. We want our young people to develop personal independence and know how to look after themselves in numerous ways. Cooking, cleaning, washing clothes, travelling on public transport, eating in restaurants are all vital skills that Utopia teach and develop. In addition our issue based PSHE curriculum develops learners’ knowledge of the wider world, different cultures, personal safety and our local community. Our PSHE curriculum is designed to be personalised and develop the character, resilience and confidence of all learners. We adopt a strength-based approach to build on existing attributes and believe anything is possible with the right support!

 

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