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Curriculum Statement

"Culture is to know the best that has been thought and said."

Matthew Arnold

 

At Kennet School, our text-rich curriculum is designed to give Kennet pupils the best possible life chances. Developed by subject specialists, it offers a challenging and coherent educational experience across a broad range of subjects, ensuring every pupil has the opportunity to excel. This specialist approach guarantees that all pupils receive a high-quality education that prepares them for success.

Our shared approach to teaching and learning habits enables pupils to: 

  • Retain core knowledge
  • Apply their understanding effectively
  • Reflect on their learning and continuously improve. 

By fostering these habits, we ensure pupils gain knowledge and develop the critical thinking and self-improvement skills necessary for lifelong success.

Kennet School's curriculum is dedicated to providing an exceptional educational foundation, empowering pupils to achieve their full potential and succeed in all aspects of life.

Key Facts

Icon illustrating a 12:1 teacher to pupil ratio.
12:1

teacher to
pupil ratio

Icon showing 39% of pupils achieved GCSE grades 9-7
39%

pupils achieved
GCSE grades 9-7*

Icon depicting 70% of students achieved A*-B at A Level
70%

students achieved
A*-B at A Level*

Icon representing 85% of students secured first or second university choice
85%

secured 1st/2nd
university choice

Graphic displaying 25 Key Stage 4 option choices
25

Key Stage 4 option choices

Graphic illustrating 34 Key Stage 5 course choices
34

Key Stage 5 course choices

*% of pupils who received one of those grades.