Our Curriculum
We are currently undergoing a period of reflection and transition with our curriculum. As part of this process we are reviewing our long and medium term plans to deliver a high quality curriculum to meet the needs of our pupils. Subject leaders across the Academy Trust are working together to develop a curriculum plan that ensures strong progression and knowledge against the scope and breadth of the National Curriculum, our local area and the pupils attending our academy. More information on our long term planning will be published at a later date.
The National Curriculum
The National Curriculum states that all state schools in England and Wales should provide a balanced and broadly based curriculum that:
- Promotes the spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development of pupils at the school and of society
- Prepares pupils at the school for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of adult life
In primary schools, learning is organised into three phases:
Early Years Foundation Stage: aged 4-5 (Reception class)
Key Stage 1: ages 5-7 (Years 1-2)
Key Stage 2: ages 7-11 (Years 3-6)
At Key Stages 1 and 2, the statutory subjects that all pupils must study are:
- Art and Design
- Design and Technology
- English
- Geography
- History
- Computing
- Languages
- Mathematics
- Music
- Physical Education (PE)
- Science
Religious Education (RE) and Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship Education (PSHCE) must also be provided at Key Stages 1 and 2.