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Our Four Purpose Characters: Supporting the Curriculum for Wales

At Ysgol Y Bryn, we are committed to bringing the Curriculum for Wales to life in an engaging and creative way for our pupils. As part of our efforts to help children understand the four purposes of the curriculum, we have introduced four special characters that were designed, drawn, and created by the children themselves. These characters embody the key principles outlined in the Curriculum for Wales and represent the unique skills and attributes we aim to develop in every child.

The Four Purposes of the Curriculum for Wales

The Curriculum for Wales is centered around four main purposes. These purposes aim to guide children in their learning journey, ensuring they are well-equipped for the future, and are underpinned by values that promote well-being, creativity, and personal development. The four purposes are:

Ambitious, Capable Learners who are ready to learn throughout their lives.
Enterprising, Creative Contributors who are ready to play a full part in life and work.
Ethical, Informed Citizens who understand the world and are ready to make it a better place.
Healthy, Confident Individuals who are ready to lead fulfilling lives as valued members of society.

Our Character Project: Bringing the Purposes to Life

To help our pupils connect with these important purposes, each of the four characters represents one of the key aspects of the Curriculum for Wales. Through this project, the children have worked together to design and create these characters, which are now proudly displayed around the school. Here's how each character aligns with the four purposes:

The Creative Contributor is an imaginative and resourceful character who loves to explore ideas, take risks, and create new things. This character encourages pupils to be innovative, embrace their creativity, and collaborate with others.

Creativity is at the heart of modern learning and working life. This character encourages our pupils to think outside the box, experiment, and express themselves confidently in various ways.

This character embodies a love for learning, growth, and the desire to always strive for the best. With a curious, inquisitive nature, this character inspires pupils to be ambitious and take on challenges with enthusiasm.

By representing this purpose with a character, we encourage children to view learning as an ongoing journey. This character helps pupils understand the importance of perseverance and setting goals for themselves.

The Ethical Citizen character stands for justice, fairness, and respect for others. This character actively encourages pupils to be compassionate, responsible, and engaged in making the world a better place.

With this character, we aim to nurture the development of ethical values in our pupils, teaching them to understand their role in society and how they can make positive contributions, both locally and globally.

The Healthy Individual is a lively and balanced character, promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This character encourages pupils to take care of themselves and others, with a focus on developing a positive mindset and healthy lifestyle choices.

Well-being is key to success in all aspects of life. This character helps children understand the importance of looking after their health, fostering resilience, and developing a strong sense of self-worth.

The Impact of the Characters

These four characters will help children connect with the core values of the Curriculum for Wales in a fun, engaging, and relatable way. By working on this project, our pupils have had the opportunity to explore the four purposes creatively, applying their learning in practical and artistic ways. As they see these characters throughout their school, they are reminded of the values they represent and how these can guide them in their own personal development.

Through this project, children have not only developed their artistic skills but also gained a deeper understanding of the curriculum’s purpose in shaping them into well-rounded, capable individuals. The characters also encourage discussion and reflection on how pupils can embody these values in their daily lives.

What’s Next?

We will continue to celebrate and highlight these characters throughout the school year, using them to inspire conversations, classroom activities, and projects that reflect the four purposes. We encourage parents to engage with the characters at home, discussing with their children how they can embody these purposes in everyday life.

We are excited to see how these characters will continue to inspire and motivate our pupils as they develop into ambitious, creative, ethical, and healthy individuals.

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