September 2007 will mark the start of the revised curriculum. It is important to keep in mind that this is a revised curriculum and you will be familiar with many of the practices and principles being implemented. We will keep you up to date with training and news on the roll-out of the changes, within the Belfast Education and Library Board.
Foundation Stage
The Foundation Stage will build on the important work undertaken during the Pre-School stage. During this new Key Stage, teachers will be able to teach at a pace which is developmentally appropriate for very young children, with a strong emphasis on play-based learning and personal, social and emotional development.
Key Stage 1 and 2
Key Stage 1 will now cover Years 3 & 4, whilst Key Stage 2 remains Years 5-7. Pupils will be encouraged to make connections in their learning and see the relevance in what they are studying.
There is an increased emphasis on Personal Development across the curriculum. It will also be introduced as a distinct Learning Area. Skills and capabilities will be developed throughout all six Learning Areas (The Arts, Language and Literacy, Maths and Numeracy, Personal Development, Physical Education and The World Around Us). A support programme is currently under way to support.
Professional Development Support for the implementation of the Revised Curriculum
Primary
August/September 2006
School-Based Training Day
September to December 2006
School-Based Self Evaluation and Planning
January to June 2007
3 Centre-Based Training Days for teachers of Year 1 and Year 5
January to June 2007
Whole school development / planning
August to December 2007
School-Based Training Day
School-Based Self Evaluation and Planning
Year 1 and Year 5 centre based day on revised curriculum planning
Leading Learning 2
January to June 2008
3 centre based training days for teachers Year2 and Year 6
Links
Further information can also be found on the PMB and CCEA websites.
