The Curriculum

At The Courtyard, we assess each student’s starting point and monitor their academic progress through regular assessments. Our personalised approach recognises individual achievements, sets realistic targets and ensures progress is measured against each student’s own potential.

Our Careers Programme helps students explore their interests, develop employability skills and plan for their future. Through personalised guidance and practical experiences, we build confidence and prepare young people for further education, training and employment.

The Courtyard School curriculum broadly follows 4 key pathways that are crafted to enable and maximise learning potential and independence. Our extensive knowledge and understanding of each and every student allows us to select the pathway that will best support student progress.

Engagement is at the heart of our approach. We create a supportive and inclusive environment where every student feels valued, motivated and encouraged to participate.

At The Courtyard Islington, enrichment offers students opportunities to explore new interests, build confidence and develop independence. Through sports, creative arts, outdoor learning, educational visits and practical activities, we encourage personal growth and essential life skills.

Mastering maths means pupils of all ages acquiring a deep, long-term, secure and adaptable understanding of the subject. Achieving mastery means acquiring a solid enough understanding of the maths that’s been taught to enable pupils to move on to more advanced material.

The Courtyard School is a supportive community where individualized pastoral care and tailored education plans empower students to thrive academically and personally. Our dedicated team fosters well-being, helping each student build a fulfilling life.

At the Courtyard Islington, we believe that personal development is the key to a successful, safe and active life in the community.

The aim of the allocation of additional Pupil Premium funding is to support the development and progress of all students whilst reducing the gap between the achievements of disadvantaged pupils and their peers.

When a child is in school, the school is responsible for keeping them safe from harm and abuse. Here at the Courtyard, we work tirelessly to create a safe learning environment, identify children who are suffering from or may be at risk of harm and take suitable action.

We are committed to supporting every student’s emotional wellbeing, mental health and communication needs through timely access to appropriate therapeutic services.

The Courtyard provides young people with the opportunity to put their skills and knowledge into action through personalised work experience placements. This hands-on approach is vital in transitioning from education to rewarding employment.