Curriculum

As embodied in our Mission Statement, the purpose of St John Bosco Arts College is to nurture the 'gifts, dreams and talents of all in the spirit of St John Bosco'. This principle lies at the heart of the curriculum within St John Bosco Arts College. We believe our students should be provided with a broad, balanced, relevant, coherent, progressive curriculum with the Ebacc at the core. This   Read more

At St John Bosco Arts College we believe that all our pupils are special, have individual talents and can achieve success. At Key Stage 3 (Years 7 to 9), we offer a broad and balanced curriculum which aims to offer every child the opportunity to maximise their potential. In so doing, the curriculum at St John Bosco Arts College follows the requirements of the National Curriculum but also goes   Read more

A key emphasis of the Key Stage 4 curriculum is to support the academic and personal development of each student and to ensure that they are equipped to move to the next step in their educational journey. In Years 10 and 11 all students will study National Curriculum subjects.A range of subjects qualifications are available at GCSE and BTEC – level 2. G CSE Subjects English English   Read more

The sixth form at St John Bosco Arts College is an exciting place to learn, achieve and succeed. Our expert and dedicated sixth form team offer students individual time and support to ensure that all students reach their full potential. In addition to subject tutors, students are supported by a Form Tutor, Pupil Progress Coordinator and a Key Stage manager who oversees all matters relating to the   Read more

Curriculum Intent Art and Design is a vehicle of communication and self-expression, which encourages the ability to observe, select and interpret with feeling and understanding. We aim to foster pupils’ natural enthusiasm for visual and other forms of expression in a non-threatening atmosphere, which is essential if pupils are to develop a sense of self-discipline and are open to new ideas and   Read more

Curriculum Intent The Business Studies department aims to provide our students with the skills and knowledge necessary for an ever-changing competitive environment. We aim to ensure that all our students can go out into the world of work with the attributes necessary to be a success. To achieve our aims we ensure we provide a curriculum that meets the needs of all our learners and set the   Read more

Curriculum Intent The department aims to encourage all students to develop an interest in computing and to work in a confident and independent manner. We strive to equip students with the practical and theoretical skills necessary to flourish in the world of work. The department achieves this through providing a supportive learning environment and challenges all students to be the best that they   Read more

Curriculum Intent Key Stage 3 The study of English is fundamental for academic achievement and success in life beyond the classroom. Students need to be able to read, write and communicate effectively (with fluency and at an age appropriate level) to access the rest of the curriculum. We strive to ensure that students master the relevant knowledge that will develop them as well-rounded   Read more

We aim to provide a high-quality geography education which inspires pupil’s curiosity and fascination about the world and its people that will remain with them for the rest of their lives. We aim to equip pupils with knowledge about diverse places, people, resources and natural and human environments, together with a deep understanding of the Earth’s key physical and human processes. As pupils   Read more

Curriculum Intent: The History department aims to provide students with an exciting and engaging curriculum that prepares them with key skills and some relevant contextual knowledge to ensure they make progress whilst developing an enthusiasm for the subject. The History curriculum aims to ignite a passion for the subject within students, SOW delivered allow all students to make progress, as   Read more

Department Staff N​ame Additional Role Mrs E Goodchild Subject Leader M​r C Blackburn KS4 Coordinator M​r B Rigby K​S3 Coordinator M​r T Scott N​umeracy Coordinator M​r M Johnston A​ssistant Headteacher M​rs M Graham P​PC M​r A Powell C​areers Coordinator M​iss C O'Boyle A​ssistant PPC M​iss T Willing M​iss V McKenna   Read more

Curriculum Intent The MFL department is committed to broadening pupils’ understanding of the world and developing strong, life-long linguistic skills. Students are given opportunities to develop their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in the target language and to express themselves with increasing confidence, independence and creativity. We offer Spanish at KS3, 4 and 5 and   Read more

Curriculum Intent The Arts are fundamental to the growth and development of all students. We provide theoretical studies through practice and develop inter-personal and transferable life-long skills. The Performing Arts curriculum is meticulously planned to be accessible to all with stretch and challenge embed throughout. The curriculum considers the needs of a child holistically, developing   Read more

Curriculum Intent St John Bosco provides a sports programme that has a positive influence on all ages and abilities of pupils. We aim to develop every pupil’s interest and confidence in sport, from aspiring internationals to those for whom sport is part of a healthy lifestyle. To help us achieve this, we offer outstanding facilities and an exceptional team of teachers and coaches, this level of   Read more

Curriculum Intent Religious Education is a central aspect within the College as well as within the curriculum, with all pupils studying it at GCSE level. All sixth form students attend core RE and have the opportunity to study Philosophy, Religion and Ethics at A-Level. The Salesian ethos is embedded within the Religious Education Curriculum. Pupils have many opportunities to enhance their   Read more

Curriculum Intent Studying science at St John Bosco Arts College is a five-year journey that nurtures a love of the subject through the development of independent enquiry skills and providing students the opportunities to discover how fascinating the world around us is. Scientific skills are taught through engaging, real-life contexts so students can see the value to everyday life of what they   Read more

Curriculum Intent To develop students food knowledge of hospitality and catering. To develop students ability to use and apply practical and written skills To give students the opportunity to apply their practical knowledge and understanding To provide opportunities for all students to perform to the best of their ability (Stretch and Challenge) To ensure the curriculum meets the needs of all   Read more

Curriculum Intent An enthusiastic, highly motivated and well-resourced department. Offering an academic A-level at KS5. It is an exciting and varied subject which will open student’s minds to a range of theories within such a colossal field of study. Students will be supported throughout the two years of study and beyond to ensure they reach their full potential and expose them up to new skills   Read more

Curriculum Intent The intent of the course is to develop the creative, technical and practical expertise needed to perform everyday tasks confidently and to participate successfully in an increasingly technological world. To build and apply a repertoire of knowledge, understanding and skills in order to design and make high-quality prototypes and products for a wide range of users. To critique,   Read more

Curriculum Intent An enthusiastic, highly motivated and well-resourced department. Offering an academic A-level at KS5. It is an exciting and varied subject which will open student’s minds to a range of theories and crimes within such a colossal field of study. Students will be supported throughout the two years of study and beyond to ensure they reach their full potential and expose them up to   Read more

Curriculum Intent The Travel and Tourism department aims to provide our students with the skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary for a popular and expanding employment sector. We aim to ensure that all our students can go out into the world of work with the attributes necessary to be a success. To achieve our aims we ensure we provide a curriculum that meets the needs of all our learners and   Read more

As you will be aware, from Monday 29th June, school will be re-opening to reduced numbers of Year 10 pupils. In order to support face-to-face lessons, teachers from the Maths and Science department, will deliver one additional lesson per week online using the Microsoft Teams platform. It is important to note that online lessons are an addition to face-to-face lessons and not a replacement. Below   Read more

To rewatch the curriculum choices presentation video, for Year 9 options, please click below link for video recorded on Thursday 2nd February 2023. Curriculum Choice Zoom English Maths Science Art Art and Design (Textiles) Business Computing Dance Digital IT Drama Geography Health and Social Care History Hospitality and Catering Presentation Hospitality and Catering Further   Read more

Curriculum Intent Our Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE) curriculum aims to equip children with essential skills for life; it intends to develop the whole child through carefully planned and resourced lessons that develop the knowledge, skills and attributes children need to protect and enhance their wellbeing. Through these lessons, children will learn how to stay safe and healthy,   Read more

Curriculum Intent The Citizenship Curriculum at St John Bosco Arts College aims to prepare our students to become compassionate, caring and productive members of society by equipping them with a depth and breadth of knowledge, skills and understanding. Our Curriculum is divided into six main strands through which current events are interleaved to ensure that teaching remains relevant and   Read more