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Beyond grades: Shaping an inclusive curriculum for lifelong success

2 mins read Education
As chair of the ADCS Education Policy Committee, I had the privilege of chairing a meeting focused on the Department for Education’s (DfE) curriculum call for evidence where we heard from over 60 ADCS members.
Heather Sandy is executive director of children's services at Lincolnshire County Council
Heather Sandy is executive director of children's services at Lincolnshire County Council - ADCS

Together, we discussed crucial steps to make the curriculum and assessment framework more inclusive, manageable, and future-focused. While work on the ADCS submission is still ongoing, I thought I might be helpful to summarise our key points, which we hope will guide positive changes in education. 

1. A curriculum that prepares for life

Our members strongly support a curriculum that goes beyond academic knowledge to foster creativity, critical thinking, and essential life skills. While academic rigour is important, we need to remember that education also plays a critical role in preparing young people for the realities of life. A well-rounded curriculum, including arts, sciences, and physical education, would help students discover their strengths and passions, empowering them to thrive personally and professionally.

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