FIS responds to review of the existing national curriculum and statutory assessment system in England. The consultation was launched by the new Government to explore how the the curriculum can evolve to more appropriately balance ambition, excellence, relevance, flexibility and inclusivity for all children and young people.
Specifically it was looking at how the educational system can provide::
- an excellent foundation in core subjects of reading, writing and maths
- a broader curriculum, with improved access to music, art, sport and drama, as well as vocational subjects
- a curriculum that ensures children and young people leave compulsory education ready for life and ready for work
- a curriculum that reflects the issues and diversities of our society, ensuring all children and young people are represented
- an assessment system that captures:
- the strengths of every child and young person
- the breadth of the curriculum
In their response FIS raised concerns about the disjointed approach to qualification, the failure to embed a core understanding of careers and key vocational requirements within the existing curriculum.
The full FIS is response is available for members to review here. FIS Response Curriculum Change.
More details on the consultation are available here.
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