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How many classes/subjects are covered in a day?
Typically, we have six sessions on each day. We start every morning with Crew for 45 minutes then students have expedition sessions with a mix of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths (STEAM) and Humanities including English and History and Arts (HUMAN). On three days a week students also have X Block.
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How does the school deal with Asthma and other medical conditions?
We deal with medical conditions in line with guidance for schools.
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Is there good communication between school and families?
Our website is used as the main form of communication with parents and we post information about the school on a daily basis. Crew leaders are in regular contact with the families of their crew members.
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How do you ensure the quality of teaching and learning within the school?
We collaboratively plan our curriculum so staff work closely together to plan exciting and comprehensive learning experiences. Every single learning expedition is reviewed for quality by staff, both during the process and after the expedition has finished. As such, the school has very robust procedures to monitor, challenge and support the quality of teaching and…
