Welcome to the Curriculum at Braddan School
At Braddan School, we believe that every child deserves a curriculum that inspires curiosity, builds confidence, and nurtures a love of learning. Our approach is rooted in the Department of Education, Sport and Culture’s Curriculum for Learning and Achievement, which aims to help young people:
- Be healthy
- Stay safe
- Enjoy and achieve
- Make a positive contribution
- Prosper in life
Curriculum and our Vision and Values
Our curriculum is shaped by our school mission, vision and values, which guide everything we do. These values promote kindness, respect, resilience, and a commitment to lifelong learning. They are woven into every lesson, helping children grow not only as learners but as thoughtful, responsible individuals.
We also encourage a positive growth mindset, helping children understand that effort, perseverance, and reflection are key to overcoming challenges and achieving success.
What Your Child Will Learn
Our curriculum covers all key subject areas, including:
- English – In 2025, we are implementing DESC’s new Reading, Talking & Listening, and Writing Frameworks
- Maths
- Science
- Art & Design
- ICT
- Design Technology
- Geography & History
- Music & PE
- Religious Education (RE)
- PSHE & SRE
- Outdoor Learning
- Life Skills (includes Fiscal Awareness and First Aid)
We also promote metacognition through ensuring children understand how they learn and our Mission, Vision and Values helps with this.
The Isle of Man Curriculum Framework
Braddan School follows the Isle of Man’s Essentials for Learning (E4L) framework, which provides flexibility for schools to design engaging, relevant learning experiences. It emphasises:
- A broad and balanced education
- Inclusion of Manx culture and heritage
- Development of emotional and social skills
- Positive learning dispositions
- Real-world learning and responsible citizenship
This framework helps us tailor our learning at Braddan to meet the needs of every child, preparing them for life beyond the classroom. https://desc.gov.im/education/education/curriculum...
Keeping You Informed
Each half term, your child’s class teacher will send home a curriculum letter that includes:
- An overview of the key topics and skills being taught
- Ideas for how you can support your child’s learning at home
These letters are also published on your child’s classroom page on our website at the end of the second week of the half term.
Reporting and Communication
We value strong partnerships with families. Throughout the year, we’ll keep you informed about your child’s progress through:
- Meet the teacher and open classroom sessions
- Parent-teacher meetings
- Written reports
- Informal updates and opportunities to discuss learning
- Sharing through emails, newsletters and Tapestry (Reception)
Together, we can help every child thrive.
Braddan's Life Skills Curriculum