The National Education Union (NEU) Industrial Action
On Thursday 12th June, Goodwin Academy will be open to year 11, year 12 and year 13 students only. These groups have been prioritised due to being exam year groups. All year 11, 12 and 13 students are expected to attend Goodwin Academy on this day.
Revision exam classes will be timetabled for all students in these three year groups to support them in preparation for their exams. External GCSE and A Level exams scheduled for this day will run as normal.
Online learning will be set on Microsoft Teams for students in years 7 to 10. This will be set on Wednesday ready for pupils to access on Thursday.
We will operate a small provision for students identified as vulnerable learners.
At Goodwin Academy we aim to deliver the following ambitious outcomes for our students. Our vision for the curriculum achieved through the following steps.
Promote Academic Excellence
Our curriculum is designed and sequenced to deliver a broad, balanced and ambitious learning experience that stimulates academic enquiry and challenges students while ensuring accessibility for all. Thinking tools support students in acquiring a broad base of knowledge, whilst developing the skills they need to think deeply and become more resilient, independent learners.
Build Cultural Literacy
Our curriculum enables students to experience the wider world, building contextual knowledge and understanding. It assists them in successfully engaging with a wide variety of social contexts, enabling them to become outward-looking students who embrace all aspects of modern life, develop positive aspirations, and are prepared for future employment and lifelong learning.
Recognise and Respect Diversity
Our curriculum develops students' understanding of the uniqueness and differences of individuals, supporting students to recognise their equal worth. It gives students the opportunity to understand and respect different perspectives within the community and wider world, equipping them to be both local and global citizens.
- University of Exeter, 2022.