As another school year draws to a close, many school and curriculum leaders across the country are asking a familiar question: Is it time to review our curriculum?
For many, the answer is yes, especially as primary schools are facing (another) review of the national curriculum. But with many schools having spent the last few years since COVID reviewing and implementing new curricula, have busy primary schools got the will and the energy for more change? And if not, then what help is available to do the heavy lifting?
A curriculum that evolves with you
At Cornerstones, we believe curriculum is a cycle of continuous development. Something which is dynamic, responsive, and ever improving. Yet, when the national curriculum changes, we do have to look more closely at specific modifications such as new programmes of study, skills and knowledge. However, having already modifies our curriculum many times to meet national requirements (3 since we began in 2011) we have always promised our customers: we will make the changes — so you don’t have to.
How we do it
Due to the technological capabilities of our platform Maestro, we can quickly adapt our curriculum framework to meet the needs of any new requirements. This includes:
- Making any adaptions to the curriculum to include new content
- Mapping our skills and knowledge framework to cover any new programmes of study
- Making changes to lessons to cover any of the above where needed
- Mapping new curriculum programmes of study, skills and knowledge to our assessment system.
Everything is done and dusted, quickly and efficiently and ready for you to hit the ground running.
Expert support, every step of the way
But it’s not just the tech and content we provide that makes life a lot easier for any school reviewing their curriculum, it’s also the amazing free support we provide via our team of school advisers such as Gill, an experienced school adviser and ex-headteacher.
“Working with Gill Quantrell has been an incredibly positive and transformative experience for our school. Gill supported all our teaching staff in overhauling the curriculum, ensuring we are fully Ofsted-ready while keeping the needs of our children and staff at the heart of the process. Her approach was collaborative, thoughtful, and always encouraging. She brought clarity, structure, and a wealth of expertise, helping us build a curriculum that is both robust and inspiring. Gill’s positive energy and can-do attitude made a potentially daunting task feel manageable and even exciting. Thanks to Gill, we feel confident, prepared, and much more focused as a team. Her impact has been lasting, and we’re so grateful for her continuing guidance and support. We would highly recommend Gill to any school looking to strengthen their curriculum or prepare for inspection — she’s exceptional at what she does and a real pleasure to work with.”
Bridport Primary School – Miss V Baines
Our support includes:
- An initial curriculum audit and planning consultation
- Free guided implementation and PD for your staff
- Dedicated support from subject and curriculum specialists
- Advice and updates tailored to Ofsted priorities and your school’s needs
- Continuous dialogue with our team — whenever you need it
Cornerstones is not just a resource; it’s a partnership.
Your next step
If you’re thinking it’s time to review your curriculum, or simply want to get ahead of the national curriculum changes, then why not let us do the heavy lifting?
Contact us today to explore how we can support your curriculum and assessment review — from start to finish, we’re here for you.
