Our Curriculum

Baskerville Curriculum Intent 

The curriculum at Baskerville School is designed to reflect the school’s vision and core values of resilience, aspiration, respect, kindness, and independence, providing a broad, balanced, and meaningful education for all learners. It is underpinned by a golden thread of communication, regulation, and independence, which is embedded across all areas of learning. The curriculum supports pupils to develop resilience in the face of challenge, nurture aspiration and hope for their future, and demonstrate respect and kindness in their interactions with others. Through a personalised and inclusive approach, pupils are supported to build communication skills, manage their emotions, and develop positive relationships. Learning is adapted to individual strengths and needs, with a strong focus on functional, relevant skills that prepare pupils for life beyond school. The overall intent is to enable pupils to become as independent as possible, equipped with the confidence, skills, and values needed to successfully transition into adulthood.

Discovery Pathway:

The Discovery pathway offers an informal to semi-formal approach to learning, designed to support pupils in developing core communication and life skills. The curriculum includes English and Communication alongside Thinking and Problem Solving, helping students build confidence in expressing themselves and engaging with the world around them. Pupils also access PSHE (including Sex Education), Computing, and creative subjects through My Creativity (Art, Music, and Drama). Outdoor School and Futures provide opportunities for exploration and preparation for later life, while Independence lessons (including food technology, travel training, and life skills) encourage practical development. Learning is further enriched through The World Around Me, which introduces elements of Science, Geography, and History in an accessible, integrated way.

Explorer Pathway:

The Explorer pathway follows a semi-formal to formal structure, supporting pupils as they begin to engage with more subject-specific learning. English and Communication and Maths form the foundation of the curriculum, alongside Physical Education and Wellbeing to promote healthy lifestyles. Students continue to develop personal understanding through PSHE (including Sex Education) and express themselves through My Creativity (Art, Music, and Drama). Computing and Outdoor School remain key components, while Futures supports preparation for adulthood. Independence lessons (including food technology, travel training, and life skills) are embedded to build essential daily living skills. The World Around Me (Science, Geography, and History) provides a broader understanding of different subjects and their connections.

Voyager Pathway:

The Voyager pathway provides a formal and more advanced curriculum, preparing students for further education, employment, or training. Core subjects include English and Communication and Maths, alongside Physical Education and Wellbeing and PSHE (including Sex Education). Creative development continues through My Creativity (Art, Music, and Drama), and Computing remains an important subject. Students benefit from Outdoor School and Futures to support personal growth and next steps planning. Independence lessons (including food technology, travel training, and life skills) ensure learners are equipped for adult life. Academic study becomes more specialised, with double lessons in science and separate Humanities subjects. At Key Stages 5, Vocational Studies may be introduced as an alternative to Science, Computing, and Humanities, offering more tailored pathways toward employment and independence.