How long does it take to implement a new curriculum?

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Most schools take around 3 to 6 months to fully implement a new curriculum in a confident, consistent way across the whole school.

That timeframe usually includes:

  • Leaders getting clarity on the curriculum intent, structure and progression.
  • Curriculum mapping (so it fits your school context and priorities).
  • Staff training and familiarisation.
  • Teachers beginning implementation, then refining as they go once they’ve taught a few units/themes.

Some schools start teaching straight away (because the planning is ready), but the “fully embedded” stage — where everyone is consistent and confident — is what typically takes two terms or more.

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