Our Approach

Social Emotional Learning at Rossbourne School engages the entire school community in creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment that promotes social, emotional, and academic growth. Embedded in all aspects of our curriculum, policies, and community partnerships, SEL follows a systemic approach that integrates classroom learning with whole-school initiatives, family involvement, and broader community connections.

The SEL curriculum is shaped by three interconnected pillars: Self-Managing, Self-Monitoring, and Self-Modifying. These are grounded in evidence-based research and serve as a framework for integrating emotional, social, and academic learning. Our approach fosters deep understanding through a shared language and collaborative learning model, offering students rich opportunities to practice, apply, and evaluate their social-emotional skills in real-world contexts.

The English curriculum at Rossbourne School equips students with essential language skills, enabling them to communicate effectively and engage meaningfully with the world. Language is central to human experience, and our curriculum nurtures curiosity while fostering strong self-esteem and community connections.

Recognizing the evolving nature of communication in a digital world, our programs are informed by current linguistic and literacy research. Students develop skills in comprehension, communication, and multimodal writing, allowing them to navigate various contexts confidently. Cross-curricular connections enhance learning, reinforcing language acquisition across all subjects and ensuring adaptability to diverse needs.

Mathematics at Rossbourne is an essential learning area that develops logical reasoning, problem-solving skills, and quantitative understanding. More than just acquiring knowledge, students are encouraged to explore patterns, quantify relationships, and apply mathematical principles in everyday life.

Our curriculum emphasizes problem-solving, critical thinking, and practical applications. Students pose and investigate problems, select appropriate strategies, and communicate their understanding through logical reasoning. Encouraging curiosity, collaboration, and resilience, we help students develop mathematical.

In Adolescent Health and Physical Education, students build confidence, develop movement skills, and foster respectful relationships. The curriculum is shaped by a strength-based approach, recognizing and nurturing each student’s abilities.

Our dynamic learning model integrates health, wellbeing, and movement education. Flexible group structures and developmentally appropriate learning experiences ensure all students receive tailored instruction. Cross-curricular connections enhance the depth and application of learning, helping students generalize their knowledge across multiple settings.

Digital Technologies shape how we communicate, solve problems, and interact with the world. At Rossbourne, students develop ICT skills to navigate technology efficiently, ethically, and safely.

Our curriculum is tailored to individual skill levels, incorporating software and applications that support diverse learning styles. Students engage with authoring tools, data-handling software, and collaborative online platforms while developing essential digital citizenship and literacy skills. Safety and responsible technology use are central to all ICT learning experiences.

The Humanities curriculum helps students understand the complex social, cultural, environmental, economic, and political forces that shape our world. Through historical and contemporary studies, students gain insights into human behavior and societal structures.

Inquiry-based learning encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making. Students explore global and local perspectives, fostering an appreciation for diversity and sustainability. Interdisciplinary connections with science and social studies deepen understanding and promote engaged citizenship.