Curriculum

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We believe ‘how’ we are learning is as important as ‘what’ we are learning and we want that learning to be enjoyable and meaningful.

Everyone, children and adults, in our community is a learner. The atmosphere that fosters the most effective learning is one that is relaxed and happy, where we are absorbed in active tasks that are relevant to our interests and needs. We encourage children to take ownership of appropriate aspects of school life. This is illustrated by the important role taken by the School Council and the children’s significant input to developments in school, such as the use and provision of Information Technology.

We believe in people being able to take learning risks and make mistakes! It’s alright, because Askrigg is a learning place.

It is often best to learn in a realistic context where there are valid reasons for learning new skills and concepts. We aim to provide a flexible learning environment, that allows children to engage in a variety of ways with their learning. We are developing a curriculum, driven by questions and the pursuit of resolving challenges.

We adopt a child centred approach beginning from where the children are in their understanding and design activities that are aimed at developing their skills and knowledge.

The children are encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning and to use their natural desire to explore, to underpin their learning and enquiry.

All the usual subject matter is taught in a variety of ways. We aim to develop themes such as ‘Crystal Maze Maths Days’, ‘ Whole School Productions’, ‘Community Story Telling Festivals’, ‘Art Exhibitions’, ‘Film Nights (W.A.F.T.A.S)’, ‘Music Festivals’ and other core events to draw the children and the community into the world of learning.

We are fortunate at Askrigg to have access to excellent outdoor and sporting facilities. We aim to use these to full effect. Encouraging involvement in a variety of sports and outdoor activities, both competitively and socially. We greatly value the support the community gives to these objectives.

We also seek to enhance the curriculum by using the outdoor areas, available to us, as extensions to our indoor environment. Thereby promoting the belief that learning is a dynamic experience that children and adults can pursue everywhere and throughout their lives.

We want to inspire through creative teaching, we see learning processes and imagination, excitement and engagement at the centre of our school curriculum.

Askrigg is a warm and welcoming community. At Askrigg School we seek to promote the spiritual wellbeing and understanding of all people.

English, Maths, Art, History, Drama, Geography, Music, French, Physical Education, Design Technology, Information and Communication Technology, PSHCE and Religious Education are taught throughout the school.

We are introducing French throughout the school during 2006-2007.

We also offer a wide range of music tuition.

Extra - Curricular Activities Will include:

Activities include girls and boys football, cross country running, computer club, gardening club, eco group, choir, orchestra and School Council.

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