The Divine Mercy RC Primary School - Curriculum Intent

Whole School Intent:

• Learning is a sacred experience which helps us to make Christ known in our world today.
• Learning at The Divine Mercy RC is rooted in the principles of Catholic Social Teaching, inspired by the example of Pope Francis.
• At The Divine Mercy we provide opportunities for children to develop as independent, confident, successful learners with high aspirations.
• We raise aspirations, engender a sense of personal pride in achievement, provide a purpose and relevance for learning and ultimately help every student to find their own gifts, strengths and interests.
• We encourage pupils to respect each other and have respect for people of all faiths, race and gender, ensuring children are well prepared for life in a rapidly changing world.
• Our learners know how to make a positive and transformational contribution to their community and wider society.
• We encourage our pupils to be the Gospel Activists in a rapidly changing social context.
• At The Divine Mercy we promote high expectations and standards in reading, writing and maths across a range of subject areas.
• Oracy at The Divine Mercy helps us to develop the communication skills necessary for learning and life.
• Learning is memorable – we provide diverse and SMSC rich opportunities from which children learn and develop a range of transferable skills.