The Functional Curriculum offers pupils a broad and balanced education through subject-specific learning that is carefully staged from Stage 4 to Stage 10. It provides progressive knowledge and skills that are accessible, meaningful, and adapted to individual needs, while remaining closely aligned to the National Curriculum. Each subject is designed with clear progression so that pupils build their understanding step by step, consolidating key ideas before moving on to more complex concepts. Alongside knowledge, pupils also develop subject-specific skills that allow them to apply what they have learned in practical and purposeful ways.

The Functional Curriculum is an adapted national curriculum offer, that enables pupils to achieve success at their own level. With an emphasis on making learning relevant and engaging, it helps pupils connect their studies to real-world contexts while ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive both in school and beyond.