Curriculum

A selection of articles from past issues of Attain which look at curriculum.

Revitalising Geography

The importance of teaching geography is arguably greater today than it has ever been, yet the subject remains under pressure in schools. Matthew Smith, Editor of Attain, talks to Dr Rita Gardner, Director of the RGS. More...

Smartening Up Not Dumbing Down

IAPS has begun a review of prep school curriculum and called for a new 'gold standard'. Peter Tait, Headmaster of Sherborne Preparatory School, outlines his vision for a new preparatory-level curriculum. More...

The Science of Misconceptions

Are scientists just a bunch of uncivilised nerds? Professor John Wood, Chief Executive of CCLRC, concedes there is an image problem but is passionate about the importance and excitement of science and maths. More...

Endangered Subjects

The news that Ancient History looks set to disappear at A Level has highlighted again the divergence of curriculum between the state and independent sectors. Michael St John Parker looks at the figures. More...

Modern Languages in Prep Schools

Exploring the long established prep school culture of teaching modern languages from an early age, Rowland Constantine, Headmaster of the New Beacon School, asks if schools are being diverted by fashion? More...

Pre-U - Revolution by Tradition?

The Pre-U has been developed to address concerns about the academic rigour of A Level. Ralph Townsend, Headmaster of Winchester College, outlines why his school has decided to adopt the new qualification. More...