44: Curriculum intent: big ideas and larger concepts

Caroline talks to Mel Moore, Curriculum Director, about how to successfully thread big ideas or, as Ofsted call them, ‘larger concepts’ through a primary curriculum. We explore the role they play in the curriculum intent stage of planning, and Mel describes the 10 big ideas at the heart of the Cornerstones Curriculum. She also shares her tips for ensuring coherence and connectivity throughout curriculum planning. Notes And LinksHere is a list of links to some of the things we reference on the show.Curriculum Maestro – WebsiteThe Cornerstones Curriculum – Website@Cornerstonesedu – Twitter