Thinking Long-Term: Polwhele House School
Polwhele House in Cornwall is adding years nine to 11 to its educational offering. The school?s headteacher, Hilary Mann writes on the growing trend of all-through schools
Schools in Finland run from seven to 16 years. Usually cited as one of the most progressive and successful education systems in the world, the Finns believe that remaining in a relatively small school close to home has educational benefits which will allow children to achieve their full potential.
Learning in a supportive environment, where children know the adults, and the teachers are well aware of the children?s strengths and weaknesses, allows educators to focus on each individual as they progress through the school. This enables the development of long-term relationships which benefits learners from both educational and pastoral perspectives. Subject leaders with a passion for their area of expertise and further study behind them can inspire class teachers of younger children as they share ideas about the structure of programmes of study across the school, while teachers of younger children can explain how to engage children holistically.
Planning from three to 16 years can create a seamless curriculum where elements are introduced and followed through with logic and cohesion. Senior and junior teachers can use their differing strengths to inspire each other and enhance the children?s school experience.
This isn?t an opportunity to start cramming for GCSEs as children enter reception, it?s a means t...
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