The National Curriculum
“The curriculum, including that in the Foundation Stage, is excellent and is having a very positive effect on both the pupils’ academic and personal development.”
(Most recent Ofsted report, February 2007)
The National Curriculum comprises:
- English
- Design Technology
- Mathematics
- Information Technology
- Science
- Physical Education
- History
- Music
- Geography
- Art
Religious Education and Personal, Social, Health & Citizenship Education (PSHCE) are also part of the curriculum we present.
“A rich programme includes the creative arts, music and sport, which make learning fun and exciting for the pupils.” (Most recent Ofsted report, February 2007)
Within each class, the organisation takes account of the subject being taught and the individual needs of the child. Children are taught as a whole class, in small groups, or individually as appropriate. Some lessons will be taught on an individual subject basis while others lend themselves to a cross-curricular approach. For example, Year 2 visit Brooklands Museum and will follow up their visit in a cross-curricular approach involving history, science and DT.
The curriculum throughout the school is planned to ensure that every child experiences continuity and progression in each subject.There is a teaching assistant in each class who works alongside the class teacher supporting children’s differing needs. We are also very fortunate to have regular parental support in the classrooms and on school trips.
The curriculum is enriched by educational trips, for example the Reception classes visit Marwell Zoo and by talks by visitors to the school, such as grandparents telling the children about their schooldays.
“Every opportunity is taken to use the stimulating outdoor areas, even during the recent snowfall, so that the pupils believe learning is, as one said, ‘Like an adventure’. Excellent use is made of the local community and of parent and visitors to enrich what is on offer.” (Most recent Ofsted, February 2007)