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11:29 AM - 23 Sep 2023

CORRECTION: A reminder that we have Middle School (Year 8-9) Information Evening on Monday 25th September; and Lower School (Year 7) Information on Thursday 28th September. Both are at 7.00pm and held in Main Hall— The Bishop of Llandaff CiW High School () September 23, 2023

11:16 AM - 23 Sep 2023

A reminder that we have Lower School (Year 7) Information Evening on Monday 25th September; and Middle School (Year 8-9) Information on Thursday 28th September. Both are at 7.00pm and held in Main Hall— The Bishop of Llandaff CiW High School () September 23, 2023

12:16 PM - 16 Sep 2023

A reminder that we have Year 13 Information Evening on Monday 18th September; and Year 12 Information on Thursday 21st September. Both are at 7.00pm and held in Main Hall— The Bishop of Llandaff CiW High School () September 16, 2023

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11:47 AM - 13 Sep 2023

We warmly invite families to attend our Open Evening on Thursday 5th October, for children in Year 6, looking to join us in September 2024. Tours are available from 5.30pm, with presentations from at dedicated slots. We look forward to meeting you pic.twitter.com/HdjFJWkRfG— The Bishop of Llandaff CiW High School () September 13, 2023

09:47 AM - 8 Sep 2023

Our information evenings start next week. Year 11 on Monday 11th September, 7.00pm, and Year 10 on Thursday 14th September, 7.00pm. Dates for future evenings can be found via https://t.co/giWuAC2PwU— The Bishop of Llandaff CiW High School () September 8, 2023

12:32 PM - 5 Sep 2023

We looking forward to welcoming all our students tomorrow for the start of the Autumn Term— The Bishop of Llandaff CiW High School () September 5, 2023

09:21 AM - 17 Aug 2023

Congratulations to our wonderful students who are collecting their AS/A2 results. You have done exceptionally well and we are so proud of you. I also want to praise our talented staff who work so hard to support our students to achieve so well 👏🏻👏🏻— Marc Belli () August 17, 2023

20:23 PM - 23 Jul 2023

Courtesy of , here is a list of retailers where children eat for £1 or less during the summer holidays 👏🏻 pic.twitter.com/zVnDsjExuc— Marc Belli () July 22, 2023

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19:39 PM - 22 Jul 2023

Courtesy of , here is a list of retailers where children eat for £1 or less during the summer holidays 👏🏻 pic.twitter.com/zVnDsjExuc— Marc Belli () July 22, 2023

13:42 PM - 21 Jul 2023

The School is now closed for the summer holidays. We wish all our students, families and staff a well-deserved rest. Thank you for a wonderful academic year and we look forward to seeing you in September— The Bishop of Llandaff CiW High School () July 21, 2023

Curriculum Overview

Our curriculum seeks to offer a broad and balanced experince which enables each member of the school community to become the ‘best versions of themselves’.

The formal and informal curriculum is designed so that all students, regardless of their background or ability, is able to develop the attitudes and qualities which prepares them to

  • achieve the very best academic standards in all subject areas, commensurate with their own ability;

  • utilise the necessary skills which helps prepare them for life beyond school; and

  • live good lives, underpinned by our core gospel values of: Love, Acceptance, Responsibility and Forgiveness (LARF).

We take every opportunity to ensure all students make the best progress possible and achieve the highest possible standards in subjects and qualifications. We strive to narrow the gaps in achievement and enable those not achieving age-related expectations to catch up with their peers. Our ALNCo works closely with all departments, in order to support students so that they all have access to the curriculum. The school challenges more able and talented students so that they achieve their full potential and their progress is sustained and enhanced. We make certain that all young people develop the skills and abilities needed for success in life and can apply them in a wide range of contexts.

Teaching groups vary in nature but generally there are mixed ability classes on admission in Year 7. A process of setting, determined by each department, takes place as students move through the school. Some setting takes place in Year 7 with further extensions to setting in Years 8- 11. 

Curriculum Organisation
At key stage 3 (Years 7 - 9) the school curriculum consists of

  • Core subjects: English, Welsh, mathematics, science and religious education;

  • Non-core subjects: Modern foreign languages, design technology, ICT, history, geography, art, music, drama, physical education, PSE (including sex education) and careers and the world of work.

At key stage 4 (Years 10 - 11) the school curriculum consists of

  • Compulsory subjects: English language and English literature, Welsh second language, mathematics: numeracy, mathematics, science, religious education, physical education and Welsh Baccalaureate;

  • PSE (including Relationships and Sexuality Education) and careers and the world of work; and

  • A broad range of academic and vocational courses leading to external qualifications (based on demand). 

At key stage 5 (Sixth Form) the school curriculum consists of

  • A broad range of courses leading to external qualifications; and

  • All students follow the Welsh Baccalaureate Qualification (WBQ).

In order to maximise the curriculum opportunities available at key stage 4 and 5 we work in collaboration with a number of schools in the local area and within our faith partnership to better support our students.

New Curriculum: Year 7 (from 2022 onwards)
Our new curriculum has been introduced for Year 7 students, drawing upon the principles of Curriculum for Wales. 

Our staff have worked tirelessly to ensure that the curriculum meets the needs of our students and offers a bespoke experience. A copy of our curriculum overview can be accessed here. This captures on a single page, the key themes and concepts that will be covered within departments, across Areas of Learning and Experience (AoLE) and the whole school.

A draft version of the Year 8 curriculum overview, which will be introduced in September 2023 can be accessed here.

Measuring expected progress within our bespoke curriculum
Our staff will assess students against our own curriculum, linked to steps of progression at three different tiers. For each step, these are at foundation tier; intermediate tier; and advanced tier.

We recognise this is a new and unfamiliar system for families, particularly if they have older children in the school. So, the table below seeks to explain how our tiers may compare to 'old' national curriculum levels. Furthermore, it highlights how these tiers would compare to GCSE standards.

Picture3How will I know my child is making good progress against this bespoke curriculum?
Against our unique curriculum, we will expect that most students are likely to achieve at a rate of one tier of progress per curriculum year. However, at the same time, there is recognition that children will learn at different rates and demonstrate a wide range of skills. The graphic below is designed to illustrate how a child, who began Year 7 in September 2022, might be expected to progress through our curriculum

Worked Example   Progress Steps

"I have been really impressed by the support my daughter has received from the school. Teachers provide 'super' revision sessions and encouraging feedback"
(Parent)