In this episode of Need to Know, education journalist Mike Baker looks at what the impact will be of the new Key Stage 3 Curriculum when it is introduced in September 2008. He details the ideas behind it, what teachers can expect and how they can be prepared.
The new reforms aim to allow teachers a greater chance to innovate and the ability to better tailor their teaching to the particular needs of their students. However there are concerns about its timing given that the new Diplomas are also being introduced in September 2008.
The Need to Know series looks the big issues and new initiatives affecting schools across the country.
Note that the contents of this programme may no longer reflect current Government policy
