What is the 'basic' school curriculum?
Overview. The ‘basic’ school curriculum includes the ‘national curriculum’, as well as religious education and sex education. The national curriculum is a set of subjects and standards used by primary and secondary schools so children learn the same things. It covers what subjects are taught and the standards children should reach in each...
Is the British curriculum a good choice for international schools?
The British curriculum is globally recognised by more than 160 countries as a high quality, modern world curriculum with a proven heritage. As the UK’s largest awarding organisation, Pearson is best placed to provide international schools with qualifications and resources most closely aligned to the British educational system.
Do schools have to follow the National Curriculum?
Other types of school like academies and private schools do not have to follow the national curriculum. Academies must teach a broad and balanced curriculum including English, maths and science. They must also teach religious education. The national curriculum is organised into blocks of years called ‘key stages’ (KS).
The national curriculum in England - Framework document