Birkdale High School will seek to ensure that:

• There is a culture of ambition and high expectations.
• All students take responsibility for their own learning and become outstanding learners, developing through a positive atmosphere
• Students aim for and maintain the highest possible standards
• All students develop into well rounded young men ready and able to contribute positively to local and global communities.
• Students develop confidence and understanding of Cultural Capital through Literacy & Numeracy, and throughout their time at the school.

The curriculum should inspire and challenge all learners and prepare them for the future. The school’s aim is to develop a coherent curriculum that builds on young people’s experiences in the primary phase and helps all young people to become successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens.

Birkdale High School’s curriculum policy aims to:

• Have students at its centre.
• Have a curriculum that is fit for purpose, offering differentiation and personalisation.
• Value vocational and academic routes equally.
• Value our work with Primary Schools and post-16 providers to ensure an effective transition for all students.
• Prepare all students for a successful adult and working life in a 21st century global society.
• Ensure Disadvantaged and SEND students close the attainment gap and achieve similar results to other students nationally.
• Create a learning environment that is inspiring and engaging for all students.

We will strive to ensure that all members of its community have safe and pleasant conditions in which to work. The atmosphere should be one which reflects commitment, tolerance, care and respect; whilst also celebrating the success of those who are part of the community.