Curriculum intent

At Eckington School, we are committed to delivering an ambitious curriculum that is broad, balanced, and inclusive, reflecting our strong belief in the importance of nurturing the spiritual, moral, cultural, mental, and physical development of every student. We see this as essential to preparing our students for the opportunities, responsibilities, and experiences of later life. Our curriculum is designed to ensure that all students—regardless of their background or starting point—gain the knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to thrive both academically and personally. 

We believe that learning is a journey. Progress is achieved through carefully sequenced and ambitious curriculum roadmaps in every subject that matches the demands of the national curriculum; each designed to build on prior knowledge and embed understanding into long-term memory. Our curriculum fosters curiosity, supports cognitive development, and ensures that key knowledge and skills are consistently retained, revisited, and applied with growing independence and confidence. 

Personal development is a cornerstone of our curriculum, with a strong emphasis placed on high-quality personal, social and health education (PSHE) and careers education. These areas are woven throughout the curriculum and supported through dedicated lessons, enrichment opportunities, and real-world experiences. We are committed to ensuring that every student develops the knowledge, confidence, and resilience to make informed choices, build healthy relationships, and navigate the complexities of modern life and the world of work with ambition and purpose. 

The Eckington Way underpins the environment in which our curriculum is delivered. It sets the standard for how we behave and support one another as a school community. Through its five core values—being polite and kind, prepared, ambitious, calm, and ensuring safety is at the centre—we establish a culture of high expectations, mutual respect, and purposeful learning. These values support students in becoming not only successful learners but also respectful and responsible individuals who are equipped to thrive in modern life and contribute positively to society. 

Through this ambitious and coherent curriculum, delivered within a culture shaped by strong values and high standards, Eckington School provides every student with the opportunity to grow, achieve and succeed—now and in the future.

Detailed subject information

Information on each of the subjects offered at Eckington School, by key stage and year group is available on the courses page.