What are curriculum co-development networks?
Curriculum co-development networks have sprung up where groups of schools have decided that they want to work together to push their thinking a bit further and share ideas for curriculum innovation. The approaches that the schools use differ depending on the needs of their young people, but all share a passion for using the curriculum to make a positive difference to young people. Curriculum co-development is not about waiting for the next initiative or toolkit to hit. It is about taking ownership of, and responsibility for, the curriculum that your young people experience. It involves disciplined innovation, making informed decisions and taking intelligent risks. It means rejecting the notion of a ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach and tailoring the curriculum so that it meets the needs and interests of your learners. As part of a curriculum co-development network, you become part of a mutually supportive group that is at the cutting edge of curriculum improvement. You automatically receive
