Our school motto guides our curriculum development.
At Demetae Academy, our curriculum is a testament to our commitment to individualised education, guided by the core principle: 'For All, For One.' Aligned with the National Curriculum, our unique approach sets us apart, ensuring that every child experiences tailored learning that speaks to their needs and interests.
Leveraging the advantage of our smaller size, we craft bespoke curricula that captivate and inspire. Our commitment to alternative experiences includes integrating Forest School activities and local visits, enriching the educational journey for each student. Drawing inspiration from Montessori and Scandinavian educational philosophies, we seamlessly blend these innovative approaches with elements of traditional education to offer a distinctive and enriching learning experience.
At Demetae Academy, we place the well-being and nurture of childhood at the forefront. Daily celebrations of each child's unique talents contribute to a positive and supportive learning environment.
Implementation of our curriculum emphasizes independence, cultivating critical thinking in a culture of self-directed learning. We foster curiosity and innovation, recognizing them as key components of academic achievement and discovery. Through this approach, we instill a love for the environment, surroundings, and mutual respect, nurturing resilient learners equipped for an ever-changing world.
Our school is characterized by a rich tapestry of individuality, excitement, and encouragement. Committed to providing every child with a distinctive and engaging learning experience, we aim to impart skills and knowledge that guide them toward a path of lifelong success.
The impact of our curriculum is measured by the growth, resilience, and success of each student as they navigate their educational and life journey. 'For All, For One' encapsulates our inclusive philosophy, ensuring that every child, regardless of academic ability, finds a welcoming and enriching space at Demetae Academy.
The Demetae 5 Be's underpin and curriculum and values and are what we thread through all aspects of learning:
Demetae Academy – An Inclusive, culture rich and diverse curriculum led by the children for the children.
Concrete Pictorial Abstract
The intention of our curriculum is to implement a CPA approach to teaching and learning which provides all children with access to fluency reasoning and problem solving. We believe that the most effective learning takes place when students efficiently acquire, rehearse, and connect knowledge. Teachers instruct children to go on to hands-on activities, but always after, not before, the basic material is learned. This enables our children to become confident and competent mathematicians because they are at a better advantage to connect knowledge to practical experiences that they have had at school. One of our key aims is to support children in adopting a positive mindset in their maths ensuring they are striving to do their best all of the time. Children are provided with opportunities to engage in collaborative learning which also has a significant impact upon their communication skills. We are solely committed to all children at all levels developing a curiosity in maths, enabling them to make mathematical links in their everyday lives.
Outdoor Learning
Outdoor Learning is challenging, fun, healthy and integral to life at Demetae Academy.
We believe that every child should experience the outdoors as part of their education, wellbeing, and personal development. All the children have numerous opportunities to take their learning outdoors. This can either be through lessons in the Forest School area, using the area at The Brampton or on one of our many school or class trips.
Outdoor Learning is an exciting opportunity for your child to experience nature and learn outdoors. It acts as a child-centred learning process that offers opportunities for holistic growth.
During these sessions the children learn from first-hand experience and develop skills such as independence, perseverance and responsibility. These are all skills that will help them become lifelong learners. Here at Demetae Academy, children have shown to develop emotionally, socially, physically and intellectually. Children engage in activities such as building dens, creating wormeries, making leaf collages and more! Through these activities, our children are given the opportunities to engage in real life problem solving and work as a team.
Our high-quality outdoor learning experiences: