Curriculum implementation is being monitored through a research project being conducted by Arad Research, and the report from the first wave is now available.
It’s broadly positive, leaders mainly content with the progress being made, but highlights areas where challenges have arisen and more work is needed.
64 senior leaders from across Wales and all types of school and setting were involved in the research between November 2022 and January 2023. 16 had previously been involved in research about preparations for Curriculum for Wales.
Curriculum Planning and Implementation shows a broadly positive picture, with leaders content with progress made in designing and implementing their curriculum. Some had been concerned about the task ahead but now felt they were making good progress. Pedagogy and collaborative working were increasing, with practitioners taking ownership of implementation. Challenges were mentioned in relation to staff capacity and time, particularly in planning to meet the curriculum requirements.
Read moreCurriculum Planning and Implementation shows a broadly positive picture, with leaders content with progress made in designing and implementing their curriculum. Some had been concerned about the task ahead but now felt they were making good progress. Pedagogy and collaborative working were increasing, with practitioners taking ownership of implementation. Challenges were mentioned in relation to staff capacity and time, particularly in planning to meet the curriculum requirements.
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