Key Skills
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Subject
Head of Department/Lead Teacher
48
Foreword
Mr Bass
49
Global Goals Education
Mt Taberner, Mrs Carrick,
50
Careers
Mrs Nash, Mrs Fielden, Miss Nairne
51
PSHCEE Drugs and Alcohol Awareness
Mr Bartlett, Mrs Chaudry, Mr Davis
Foreword The purpose of the Key Skills programme is to develop and nurture skills in our pupils that cut across curriculum areas and that support lifelong learning. These skills will enhance progress and attainment in education, employment, lifelong learning and personal development. The programme is a key ingredient in the education offered at Haberdashers’. Along with our Academic curriculum and Pastoral care, the key skills programme ensures that we achieve our aims: 1. 2. 3.
To challenge bright pupils to achieve the highest standards To develop a sense of community and shared values To support parents in preparing their sons for a fulfilled life
These subjects are non-examined. In particular the programme will • • • •
Foster the development of non-subject specific skills The early introduction of key skills will ensure that pupils gain an excellent grounding in these skills. This will enhance their progress through later years in the school. Develop practical skills in communication, digital literacy and study skills which will form a foundation upon which academic subjects can build and through which pupils can attain higher levels of progress. Ensure that pupils understand the values of our community and apply them to achieve both personal and community success.
The programme covers the following key skills: 1. Global Goals Education 2. Careers 3. PSHCEE Drugs and Alcohol Awareness Pupils are on a fortnightly period and a rotation after 3 or 4 lessons. Further talks on RSHE, Drugs Education and safety, anti-racism and LGBTQ+ issues are given by external providers.
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