The curriculum is structured using a cross-curricular approach and learning progresses across pathways and key stages, beginning with EYFS Understanding of the World, through topic-based Primary learning, and ASDAN Lifeskills Challenges in Secondary. In Sixth Form, pupils follow the Preparation for Adulthood curriculum, with the knowledge and skills developed through My World supporting their understanding, independence and community participation.

A rolling programme of enrichment ensures pupils have access to a breadth of learning experiences including visits, visitors, creative arts activities, cultural celebrations and community participation. Across all phases, we help pupils connect learning to their own lives and introduce them to different cultures, environments and perspectives. For example, using technology to research topics, creating artwork linked to celebrations, exploring the local area, and participating in community events. Progression frameworks are being developed to enable teachers to pitch learning appropriately and recognise meaningful progress, ensuring pupils leave Paddock equipped to participate more fully in their communities and life beyond school.

Developing awareness of different religions is an important part of how our pupils develop their understanding of the world around them. It is a statutory duty for all maintained schools to teach RE, but parents have the right to request withdrawal. 

You need to contact  foh@paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk to request an appointment if you would like to discuss withdrawing your child.