Nick presents on the power of music on the curriculum. He talks about the implementation of the National Music Plan and how the Model Music Curriculum and the Ofsted Subject review can inform development of the subject. He takes colleagues through the use of schemes and how to evolve a bespoke approach from these. Nick […]

Mia gives a powerful insight into how she curated her curriculum. Using a ‘windows, mirrors and doors’ approach she developed a bespoke curriculum which was responsive to her communities needs and also reflects their rich culture. She talks about the importance of coherence and building skills whilst also demonstrating the power art has to bring […]

Ellie presents the powerful purpose of language learning. She talks through the important threads of phonics, vocabulary and grammar and emphasises the value in the inclusion of culture. Ellie talks about a ‘speaking first’ pedagogy building for reading and writing. Discussion with participants raise challenges such as introducing a new curriculum approach for staff and […]

Keith presents on the powerful part PE plays on the primary curriculum. He reflects how it is essential to supporting young people to build happy and fulfilled lives. He talks about the statutory elements of the curriculum and the best way to support staff to become competent teachers and how to ensure an ambitious offer […]

Hanna talks about PSHE being the (most) important subject. She describes how, at its core, it ensures children can keep themselves safe, and when taught really, well can enable them to thrive. She talks about how you can curate a bespoke curriculum using the PSHE association resources and how you can adapt any pre-existing scheme […]

Tom discusses the value of Design & Technology with passion and conviction. He refers to the importance of coherent curriculum development and also supporting staff with the very subject specific pedagogy required to teach Design & Technology. Tom reflects on the transformative power of ‘real world’ outcomes and the importance of ambitious outcomes for Year […]

Hydeh shares the highlights of everything she has learnt in her journey of Geography Subject Leadership. She shares with colleagues the research she has use the processes and resources she builds from and the way in which she ensures the curriculum is brought to life in the classroom. Hydeh refers to the importance of powerful […]

Karl reflects on the significance of computing education in primary schools. He stresses the importance of a learner-centered pedagogy and the best ways to develop an ambitious but simple curriculum. He highlights the key elements of a good curriculum, and how to support staff how may be novices themselves, to feel confident and empowered as […]

Matt shares his experience of being a new subject lead and how this evolved into resourcing and writing his own bespoke curriculum. He talks about the power of beautiful resources and ways in which you can grow your own subject knowledge. Links:

Rachel gives a rich overview of how to go about understanding the current curriculum offer in school and how to begin developing this. She also talks about how the curriculum she developed in her previous school which proactively responded to some serious challenges in the local community. A powerful example of responsive curriculum work.

Lauren gives a passionate and practical presentation to support those new to Science Subject leadership. She signposts the best resources, exemplifies best practice and expresses the importance of capturing the beauty of the subject whilst providing a curriculum for all. Links: