Cognitive, spiritual, socio-emotional and physical: the four areas every lesson, routine and play session is built around.
Holistic development is not a slogan at Ikeson Academy. It is how the day is planned. Every lesson, routine and play session is built around four developmental areas, so we are looking after the whole child rather than one part of them.
The four areas
- Cognitive — curiosity, language, numbers and problem-solving, nurtured through hands-on Montessori materials and guided discovery.
- Spiritual — values, faith, gratitude and a sense of purpose, so each child grows with a moral compass and a caring heart.
- Socio-emotional — friendship, empathy, self-control and confidence, practised daily in a warm and respectful classroom community.
- Physical — movement, play, health and hygiene, with outdoor activity and regular medical screening keeping every child thriving.
What holds it together
Our values carry the same weight as the curriculum: learning, integrity, respect and accountability. A child who is loved, respected and challenged in the right way grows into an adult who leads with integrity, and that is what we mean by holistic development for leadership.