Our school mission and curriculum vision come alive through the school day.

The curriculum is designed to ensure that all students participate in the full range of subjects for as long as possible. At KS3, students study a broad and balanced curriculum, which goes beyond the typical offer. The KS4 curriculum is marginally narrowed to facility mastery. At KS5, students can select from a range of subjects and qualification types which best prepare them for their next phase of life. 

We run a two-week timetable, with 6 lessons per day. Staff run an additional 7th period to ensure that all students are able to maximise their further academic study, clubs and sporting commitments. Lessons are 50 minutes long with the occasional double period.

Within lessons, we use our HABITS for learning to ensure that all students make excellent progress. 

We embed our curriculum intent by reinforcing the school core values in all aspects of Coombe Wood School life:

Teamwork - Teamwork is essential to our learning. We take into account all factors influencing and impacting on our community to help diversify our curriculum.

Respect - Mutual respect forms the basis of our school. We hold in high esteem our school community and our common values and traditions.

Enjoyment - We use our school to adopt a healthy lifestyle and build life skills. We safeguard our children and help them have fun during this crucial stage of their lives.

Discipline - Strong discipline underpins our school and enables learning. We ensure that our school is honest and fair. Students will benefit in life from developing a strong self-discipline.

Sportsmanship - We play to win but not at all costs and recognise both endeavour and achievement. We ensure that the wellbeing and development of the individual is central to our school values.