Curriculum for Excellence

To ensure that children have the best possible start in life, the Curriculum for Excellence framework was developed for children and young people in Scotland.The Curriculum for Excellence will see Scotland's children through their entire education from the age of 3 years. The framework forms part of childcare policy at government level and is designed to place the child or young person at the centre of their learning.The Curriculum for Excellence helps children become confident individuals, responsible citizens, effective contributors and successful learners at the end of their time in formal education.The Curriculum for Excellence ensures that children and young people are at its heart, providing them with lifelong skills to take forward into the world.AimsTo have an understanding of the 4 capacities and 7 principles of Curriculum for Excellence.To be able to plan for a stimulating learning environment.Understand the importance of planning, observing and evaluating.Understand the benefit and importance of child-led planning.To have an awareness of active learning and individual learning styles.To have an understanding about the characteristics and needs of preschool children.