Kentisbeare C of E Primary School

Kentisbeare C of E Primary School Curriculum Statement

Intent
At Kentisbeare C of E Primary, our curriculum is the roadmap of learning and the golden thread that runs throughout our school. We aim to inspire a love of learning, broaden children’s horizons, and equip them with the knowledge, skills, and cultural experiences they need to succeed in life.

Our curriculum is designed with these key aims:

• Developing Knowledge and Skills: We ensure children are prepared for the next stage of learning and life by helping them know more and remember more. Through a carefully sequenced curriculum, pupils revisit key skills, practise applying them in different contexts, and develop mastery. Clear knowledge and skills progression documents underpin this approach.

• Developing a Sense of Place and World: Children explore their local community, the natural world, and the wider society to foster compassion, curiosity, and respect. Learning outdoors, exploring our rural surroundings, and engaging with local and global issues help pupils understand their role in society and the environment.

• Language Development & Reading: Reading and subject-specific vocabulary are at the heart of our curriculum, threaded throughout all subjects. Being a confident reader and communicator empowers children to access the full breadth of the curriculum and express themselves with clarity and confidence.

• Curiosity & Wonder: We aim to cultivate curiosity and a love of learning across all subjects. Pupils are encouraged to ask big questions, think deeply, and explore ideas across art, literature, maths, science, and the humanities.

• Resilience & Lifelong Learning: We nurture the ability to persevere, problem-solve, and learn from mistakes. Children develop confidence to overcome challenges in both learning and life.

• Wellbeing & Spiritual Growth: Learning is most effective when children have strong self-esteem, a sense of belonging, and emotional intelligence. Our curriculum promotes physical and mental wellbeing, supported by extra-curricular activities and our Christian ethos, encouraging reflection, compassion, and mindfulness.

• Knowledge of the World & Diversity: Children gain a deep understanding of where they live, the wider world, and different communities and religions. We celebrate diversity, cultivate tolerance, and challenge stereotypes to prepare pupils to engage respectfully in a multicultural society.

Implementation
Our curriculum follows the National Curriculum and is reviewed annually to meet the evolving needs of our pupils. Subjects are taught discretely to allow individual talent to flourish, while meaningful cross-curricular links create purposeful and connected learning. For example, history topics often provide rich starting points for English lessons.

Progression documents guide teachers on prior knowledge and next steps, ensuring children build firm foundations in knowledge and skills. Core areas such as Reading, Writing, Maths, Christian Values, and PSHE underpin the wider curriculum, with high expectations and regular assessment to monitor development.

We embrace outdoor learning, using our extensive school grounds to deliver practical, hands-on experiences. Enrichment is embedded through themed days, outdoor learning weeks, educational visits, visitors, and community and church engagement.

Impact
We measure the impact of our curriculum through rigorous, triangulated monitoring, including data analysis, lesson observations, book scrutiny, and pupil voice. The impact is evident in:

• High Standards: Pupils consistently perform at or above national and local averages.

• Strong Progress: Children make measurable progress across all subjects.

• Memorable Experiences: Learning is purposeful, challenging, and inspiring.

• Engaging Teaching: Lessons are personalised, differentiated, and responsive.

• Resilient, Confident Learners: Pupils develop independence, confidence, and a love of learning.

• Community & Global Awareness: Children value and respect each other, their community, and the wider world, demonstrating compassion and social responsibility.

At Kentisbeare C of E Primary, our curriculum is more than a plan for learning—it is the foundation for nurturing curious, confident, and caring individuals ready to thrive in school and in life.