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Our Pillars

The Pioneer (Formal Curriculum) builds on and from the knowledge, skills and understanding previously experienced by the pupils. This pathway follows the expectations of the National Curriculum and lives out our ethos through our three pillars:

Be Kind: Pioneer learners will have high expectations of themselves, peers and staff. They will rely on staff only when necessary, and staff in turn will encourage this independent approach to learning, discovery and consolidation. Learners will be inspired to undertake self-interest study where appropriate.

Be Curious: Pioneer learners will experience subject specific study, providing learners with opportunities to be taught and challenged by meaningful and engaging contexts. Pioneer learners will have the opportunity to undertake learning at the co-located mainstream secondary college.

Be Hardworking: Pioneer learners will be given informal and formal feedback, highlighting their learning targets and outcomes. They may study a range of accredited courses and will be expected to, with support, manage the evidence required.