Cultural Capital and Careers
Developing Cultural Capital and Employability at Bovington Academy
‘Cultural capital is the essential knowledge that pupils need to be educated citizens, introducing them to the best that has been thought and said, and helping to engender an appreciation of human creativity and achievement.’ OFSTED Jan 2019
At Bovington Academy, our curriculum has been designed to ensure full coverage of the entire National Curriculum and that the essential knowledge and skills needed to become a successful member of society are intertwined and sequenced logically. Links are made explicit by teaching staff, where appropriate, to the importance of the subject being learned in the big picture and how this links to their employability in the future.
At Bovington Academy, we believe in nurturing every child’s unique talents and interests. We are passionate about exposing them to a diverse range of experiences that will broaden their knowledge and understanding of the world. That’s why we offer an extensive and varied club program, run two residentials and offer topic-related trips and visitors designed to complement and extend our academic curriculum.
Year 4 have the opportunity to be adventurous in our local area while our Year 6s head off to our nation’s capital for their residential. We endeavor to bring each topic to life by going on a trip or ask visitors in during every topic so pupils can see the purpose of their learning so be more engaged.
Children can explore the natural world with our popular Beach Club and Forest School, fostering a deep connection with the environment. For those who love to move, we provide a wide range of sports including: football, netball and gymnastics, promoting teamwork and physical well-being. Creative minds can flourish in our craft, music and artistic clubs. This diverse selection ensures every student has the opportunity to develop and explore new skills, pursue their passions and build lasting friendships outside of the classroom.
Please see contact information below.
Contact Name: Chris Gibson
Contact Telephone: 01929 462744
Contact Email: cgibson@bovington-aspirations.org