Year 5 Curriculum

The Year 5 Belerion Award: Explore, Challenge, Grow

The Belerion Award guides much of the Year 5 curriculum at Truro School Prep and offers pupils the opportunity to learn through hands-on experiences and connect with their local and wider worlds.

With a focus on the environment, the programme encompasses outdoor education, exploration, trips, speakers and teamwork challenges. Through these opportunities, pupils develop an understanding of Cornwall’s landscape and history while building practical life skills. Whether navigating coastal paths, undertaking conservation work, or visiting local heritage sites, pupils are encouraged to take ownership of their learning.

Taken from the Ancient Greek word for Devon and Cornwall, the Belerion Award perfectly captures the principle of learning to do, with experiences that promote critical thinking, resilience and teamwork. At the same time, it supports learning to live together, as pupils work collaboratively, take responsibility for their environment, and understand the impact of their actions on their local environment and the wider world.

Importantly, the Belerion Award also nurtures learning to be. As pupils step outside their comfort zones and take on new challenges, they grow in confidence, adaptability and independence. The Award empowers them to develop self-confidence and a readiness to embrace future opportunities.

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