Year 7 Curriculum Evening - Strood Academy

Dear Year 7 Parents and Guardians,

I hope this letter finds you well. We are excited to welcome your child to Strood Academy as part of our new Year 7 cohort. To ensure a smooth transition and provide you with all the necessary information about the upcoming academic year, we will be holding a series of three information evenings. These events are designed to help you better understand the curriculum and educational experience your child will receive at Strood Academy.

The first of these sessions will take place on Thursday, September 5, 2024, and will focus on the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) that your child will be studying in Year 7. This session is crucial as it will give you an in-depth understanding of the MYP framework, its objectives, and how it supports your child’s growth both academically and personally.

What You Can Expect at the Session:

MYP Overview: Introduction to the Middle Years Programme and its key components.
Subject Areas: Overview of the different subjects studied in Year 7.
Assessment Criteria: Explanation of how students are assessed.
Learner Profile Attributes: Insight into the attributes developed in students, such as being Inquirers and Communicators.
Approaches to Learning (ATLs): Discussion on the essential skills like Communication and Thinking that students will develop.
Interdisciplinary Learning: How the MYP connects different subjects and real-world Contexts.
Global Contexts: Understanding the relevance of studies in a broader, global context.
Support and Resources: Tips on how parents can support their child at home. We strongly encourage all Year 7 parents and guardians to attend, as this will provide a solid foundation for understanding the educational approach we take at Strood Academy.

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