This document explains the rationale behind curriculum reform in Wales and the recommendations set out to achieve curriculum reform:
› ambitious, capable learners, ready to learn throughout their lives
› enterprising, creative contributors, ready to play a full part in life and work
› ethical, informed citizens of Wales and the world
› healthy, confident individuals, ready to lead fulfilling lives as valued members of society.
All our children and young people will be:
ambitious, capable learners who:
– set themselves high standards and seek and enjoy challenge
– are building up a body of knowledge and have the skills to connect and apply that knowledge in different contexts
– are questioning and enjoy solving problems
– can communicate effectively in different forms and settings, using both Welsh and English
– can explain the ideas and concepts they are learning about
– can use number effectively in different contexts
– understand how to interpret data and apply mathematical concepts
– use digital technologies creatively to communicate, find and analyse information
– undertake research and evaluate critically what they find
and are ready to learn throughout their lives
enterprising, creative contributors who:
– connect and apply their knowledge and skills to create ideas and products
– think creatively to reframe and solve problems
– identify and grasp opportunities
– take measured risks
– lead and play different roles in teams effectively and responsibly
– express ideas and emotions through different media
– give of their energy and skills so that other people will benefit
and are ready to play a full part in life and work
ethical, informed citizens who:
– find, evaluate and use evidence in forming views
– engage with contemporary issues based upon their knowledge and values
– understand and exercise their human and democratic responsibilities and rights
– understand and consider the impact of their actions when making choices and acting
– are knowledgeable about their culture, community, society and the world, now and in the past
– respect the needs and rights of others, as a member of a diverse society
– show their commitment to the sustainability of the planet
and are ready to be citizens of Wales and the world
healthy, confident individuals who:
– have secure values and are establishing their spiritual and ethical beliefs
– are building their mental and emotional well-being by developing confidence, resilience and empathy
– apply knowledge about the impact of diet and exercise on physical and mental health in their daily lives
– know how to find the information and support to keep safe and well
– take part in physical activity
– take measured decisions about lifestyle and manage risk
– have the confidence to participate in performance
– form positive relationships based upon trust and mutual respect
– face and overcome challenge
– have the skills and knowledge to manage everyday life as independently as they can
and are ready to lead fulfilling lives as valued members of society.
There will be 6 Areas of Learning and Experience (AoLEs):
- Language, Literacy and Communication
- Maths & Numeracy
- Science & Technology
- Expressive Arts
- Humanities
- Health & Wellbeing