At The Milford Academy, we believe that every child’s journey through school is a collection of precious moments—milestones that shape who they are, who they will become, and how they see the world around them. We set out to create ‘Milford Memories’, which are a carefully curated collection of trips and experiences designed to enrich our pupils’ personal development. These experiences are thoughtfully mapped to link with curriculum topics, bringing learning to life in meaningful and exciting ways. Each opportunity is chosen to build our children’s cultural capital, ensuring they gain a broad and enriching understanding of the world beyond the classroom. To capture these special moments, every child has a lavender spiral-bound sketchbook, which they update and journal throughout their time at Milford.

Our Milford Memories books are not just portfolios; they are treasured time capsules, filled with the laughter of school trips, the joy of creative activities, and the wonder of new discoveries. They hold snapshots of each child’s growth, their friendships, and the special experiences that help them flourish. These books are so much more than pages filled with photos or mementos. They are the heart of our personal development provision. They tell the story of our commitment to nurturing each child’s spiritual, moral, social, and cultural (SMSC) growth and personal development.

As staff members, we are entrusted with the unique role of capturing these transformative moments, which serve as a testament to the vibrant, rich education we offer at Milford. What we create now will be their window to these treasured moments. These treasured books serve as a lasting record of our pupils’ Milford journeys, filled with thoughts and memories that they will take home as a keepsake of all they have experienced.

Sarah Walker-Jones

Curriculum Lead