Play 1: The Curriculum Project Plan Flashcards
Who is the curriculum project plan for?
It is for HT (Headteacher), DHT (Deputy Headteacher), AHT (Assistant Headteacher), and ML (Middle Leaders).
Who is responsible for maintaining and updating the curriculum project plan?
The project lead, which may be a Deputy Headteacher (DHT), Assistant Headteacher (AHT), or equivalent, is responsible for maintaining and updating the plan.
What is the purpose of the curriculum project plan?
The curriculum project plan:
Delineates objectives, focusing on content.
Sets out a timeline for curriculum development.
Articulates the curriculum’s purpose and goals.
Assigns responsibilities to team members.
Identifies specific development topics.
Sets out clear milestones and deadlines.
Includes a Quality Assurance (QA) schedule to maintain standards.
Why is the curriculum project plan important?
It provides a structured framework for curriculum development.
Ensures collaboration within CST schools, safeguarding quality.
Keeps the team focused on meeting deadlines.
Fosters accountability.
Ensures consistent quality checks.
Contributes to the curriculum’s highest standard development.
What are the initial steps a project lead must take to establish the purpose of the plan?
The project lead must:
Identify which part of the curriculum requires creation, amendment, or further development.
Examples include:
Creating or adapting Long Term Plans (LTPs) or Medium Term Plans (MTPs).
Creating curriculum booklets.
Creating or adapting Memory Key Objectives (MKOs).
Developing cumulative unit assessments, such as Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
What objectives should be scheduled in the project plan?
The project lead should:
Identify key team members for the project.
Specify the curriculum area the team will work on.
Communicate roles to team members and guide them for tasks.
Map out clear deadlines and milestones.
Define and assign QA processes to key leads.
What steps should be included in the Quality Assurance (QA) process?
Allocate time in X-Trust, line management, and departmental meetings to monitor progress.
Use meetings to QA the work and address concerns swiftly.
Regularly RAG (Red, Amber, Green) rate the project plan to track progress.
Plan training opportunities in X-Trust meetings to ensure staff understand tasks.
Ensure project leads sign off on all completed tasks to confirm quality satisfaction.
How should feedback be gathered and incorporated?
Determine suitable time intervals for collecting feedback.
Specify the method for feedback collection, e.g., Google Forms or minuted discussions in meetings.
Build flexibility into the timeline for adjustments based on staff feedback.
What tools or methods can be used to monitor progress in the project plan?
Allocate specific time in meetings for monitoring progress.
Regularly RAG rate the project plan.
Conduct Quality Assurance checks in meetings.
Provide training during X-Trust meetings.
What does RAG stand for, and why is it used in the project plan?
RAG stands for Red, Amber, Green, and it is used to visually track the progress of the project:
Red: Behind schedule or significant concerns.
Amber: Progressing but with some risks or delays.
Green: On track and no issues.
