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A strong, coherent curriculum is an essential element of a successful education. Our role as a primary school is to ensure every student has the strongest foundations possible. These foundations enable new knowledge to be acquired and retained more easily, empowering every child to thrive as they progress through their educational journey.
This begins with the Early Learning Goals in Pre Kindy, Kindy, and Reception. These early years are critical for nurturing curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning while building the knowledge, skills, and vocabulary that underpin all future learning. From there, students transition seamlessly into our Primary Curriculum, spanning Year 1 to Year 6, where these foundations are deepened and expanded upon.
Our curriculum is rich in knowledge, skills, and vocabulary, carefully sequenced and mapped to ensure students make meaningful connections between concepts and subjects. This thoughtful approach helps students deepen their understanding and develop a more integrated perspective. Flexibility is central to our curriculum, allowing us to respond to the unique needs of our students while maintaining a commitment to inclusivity and ensuring every child has the opportunity to excel.
To further strengthen the partnership between school and home, we have provided detailed curriculum overviews for each year group. These overviews offer a clear understanding of what your child is learning in school, allowing you to engage meaningfully in their educational journey, support their progress at home, and celebrate their achievements. Parents can access these overviews using the links below, as well as through the Primary Newsfeed and the Useful Links 🔗 section pinned to the top of each Seesaw journal.
By combining a structured and adaptable curriculum with the latest educational research and a clear focus on what works, we ensure that every child builds strong foundations for future learning. Together, we can help your child grow academically, personally, and socially, empowering them to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
We are delighted to share that our curriculum overviews now include Personal, Social, Health, and Economic Education (PSHE), reflecting our commitment to developing well-rounded and confident individuals.
PSHE equips students with essential life skills and the knowledge to navigate an ever-changing world. Themes such as Belonging to a Community emphasise the importance of valuing diversity and fostering inclusivity, while Media Literacy and Digital Resilience empower students to critically evaluate online content and stay safe in a digital age. Additionally, Money and Work introduces practical financial awareness and an understanding of different roles within society. By integrating these topics into our curriculum, we aim to prepare students not only academically but also socially and emotionally, ensuring they thrive both now and in the future.
Further reading...
One of the most important aspects of school life is to ensure we are building resilience in our young learners. But what exactly is resilience and how can this be nurtured? How do we ensure that this isn't merely a 'buzz word' or a clever soundbite? How do we ensure a bespoke and individualised approach? Use the link below to read more...
We are excited to announce that next week we will be hosting an Hour of Code event as part of our commitment to promoting digital literacy and problem-solving skills in our students.
Event Details:
🗓️ When: Wednesday 4th Dec
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
📍 Where: Piano Steps
Our Secondary Tech Leaders will be guiding Primary Students from Years 3 to 6 through an engaging and fun coding session, exploring the exciting world of technology and programming.
This event is a fantastic opportunity for students to develop their computational thinking skills and discover how technology impacts our world. No sign up required. Devices will be provided.
If you have any questions about any aspect of school life, please do not hesitate to message in Seesaw.
Mr Michael Everett | Head of Primary
🗓️ Wednesday 4th December Hour of Code (Yr3 to Yr6)
🗓️ Friday 6th December - Last day of term
🗓️ Tuesday 7th January - Term 2 begins