Curriculum Intent
The Health and Social Care intent at Carr Hill High School is to provide a knowledge rich curriculum in which students will acquire specific sector knowledge through studying principles of care in health and social care settings, supporting individuals through life events and health promotion campaigns as part of their Key Stage 4 learning. The curriculum is set by Cambridge National (exam board) and will be delivered in a sequential manner, promoting cultural capital in a variety of diverse and engaging ways. In addition, we aim to develop resilience and prepare and equip students with employability and transferable skills within an ever-changing world. Students will also develop interpersonal skills and an understanding of how to help others. Students will develop a better understanding of how to lead a healthier and fulfilled lifestyle.
How the Health and Social Care curriculum contributes to the school’s curriculum intent
1. Knowledge is at the heart of every scheme of learning. Students will be taught the key component knowledge from the Cambridge National Level 1/2. Essential knowledge will build throughout the journey of learning to enable all students to develop a deeper understanding of key concepts and progress effectively through the Health and Social Care curriculum. There are three components that students will be taught:
· Principles of care in health and social care settings
· Supporting individuals through life events.
· Health promotion campaigns
- Vocabulary Rich – We have selected a challenging list of vocabulary, to enrich learning and deepen subject knowledge. Students will be exposed to subject specific vocabulary to describe PIES development of individuals in a diverse society, explain the different services and health care available, evaluate own performance in applying the skills and attributes of a healthcare profession and demonstrate effective methods of communication in difficult and different situations. Key vocabulary will be applied in assessments.
3. Aspiration – Through a knowledge rich, ambitious curriculum and challenging subject matter, students will become critical and evaluative thinkers. Formative feedback will support and drive improvement in written communication, whilst evaluating their own practice will allow students to become ready for the world of work in a Health and Social Care setting and beyond.
4. Character – At Carr Hill High School we want students to have an ‘asset-based approach’ (a ‘can do’ attitude). This is done through problem solving, critical thinking and reflective practice skills within real-life scenarios.
5. Love of learning – Students will study engaging, real life experiences, vocational opportunities, which develop reflective and critical thinking. Teaching methods use a range of techniques to engage students and foster a love of learning. Challenge is promoted through learning to develop pride in achievement and to develop confidence, self -belief and inspiration to learn more.
Our aims for all students
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- To develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills that prepare students for lifelong learning.
- To become confident and resilient individuals who embrace challenges and adapt to change
- To explore creativity, curiosity, and innovation across all areas of learning.
- To celebrate diversity, empathy, and respect in our school and wider community
- To gain the knowledge, skills, and values needed to make positive contributions to society.
Reading in Health and Social Care
Reading in Health and Social Care is approached through exposing pupils to a variety of different texts such as websites, newspaper and journal articles and books. Pupils are able to engage directly with these texts, to analyse them and look at up to date case studies, research and changes to health and social care practice to keep abreast of developments within the industry. Academic vocabulary is taught enabling pupils to speak, write and think like an expert.
Learning beyond the classroom in Health and Social Care
Pupils have the opportunity to engage in a variety of extra-curricular activities that provide additional opportunities for them to practice, consolidate and apply their learning and enabling them to deliver their own campaign.
