To provide pupils with the knowledge they need to keep themselves and others safe, and to develop into responsible Global Citizens, aware of issues in the world around them, motivated and empowered to make a difference.
The aim of the Personal Development Curriculum (PDC) at Lord Derby Academy is to enable students to become effective members of society, able and willing to contribute to the wider community, with a strong moral compass. Our PDC curriculum raises awareness of real-life issues and helps our pupils to develop an understanding of the world around them. It is designed to help equip our pupils with the knowledge, skills, attitudes and values needed to lead healthy independent lives, and become informed, active and responsible citizens.
Our Personal Development Curriculum builds upon the key curriculum values at Lord Derby Academy. Topics included are designed to provide opportunities for our pupils to:
Through a carefully selected assembly rota and sequenced series of form time activities, pupils will learn about:
The curriculum provides a bespoke pathway for each year group, building on prior knowledge and using topic themes that centre around:
The curriculum is delivered twice a week during form time (2 x 20 minutes sessions), and Year group assemblies.
Through the PDC curriculum, we hope to reinforce the teaching of many transferable cross curricular knowledge, skills, attitudes and values, including about: