Our curriculum
Unlocking Positive Futures
At Grampian Primary Academy, we believe that curriculum is far more than the subjects children study. Curriculum is every experience, opportunity, challenge and interaction that helps shape who our children become.
Through our mission of Unlocking Positive Futures, we prepare every child to thrive in their next stage of learning and beyond, with the knowledge, character and aspirations to shape their own future.
We believe that opportunity creates aspiration, success belongs to everyone, we care enough to expect the best, and our actions shape futures. These beliefs, together with our understanding of the children and community we serve, shape every aspect of the curriculum we provide.
How Our Curriculum Is Designed
Our beliefs tell us what matters.
Our understanding of our children and community tells us what they need.
Together, they shape the curriculum we provide.
Curriculum Rope Graphic

The rope illustrates how our beliefs and our understanding of the children and community we serve are woven together to create the Grampian curriculum.
Through our curriculum, we develop:
- The knowledge, vocabulary and understanding needed to thrive in learning and life.
- The resilience, confidence, independence and positive learning habits that prepare them for future success.
- The experiences, opportunities and ambition needed to unlock their positive future.
Mission at Heart of GPA
Everything we do at Grampian is guided by our mission to unlock positive futures. To us, this means preparing every child to thrive in their next stage of learning and beyond, with the knowledge, character and aspirations to shape their own future.
Through high expectations, strong relationships and a rich range of opportunities, we help every child develop the knowledge, character and aspiration needed to unlock their positive future.















