A reading life
Children study carefully chosen books from beginning to end, giving them time to follow a writer’s ideas and discuss meaning in depth. Every term, they also enjoy a book read aloud for pleasure, alongside their own reading throughout the year.
Together, these experiences introduce new vocabulary and perspectives while giving children space to develop their personal reading interests.
Future Skills in action
Our taught Future Skills programme helps children put their knowledge to work. From capturing community stories to designing digital solutions, pupils undertake projects that develop their thinking and give them a real audience for their ideas. Oracy is explicitly taught throughout the Junior years. Children learn to listen carefully, explore different perspectives and communicate with confidence, culminating in every Year 6 pupil taking an English Speaking Board qualification.
Year 3: Connecting with our community
Children gather memories through letters and interviews, transforming real-life stories into digital books to share with others. They also begin their Digital Passport journey, learning to use technology safely and responsibly.
Year 4: Exploring ideas together
Discussion, debate and philosophical enquiry help children consider different viewpoints. Collaborative challenges teach them to plan projects, use feedback and improve their work.
Year 5: Technology for good
A Tech for Good Conference introduces pupils to professionals using technology to address real problems. Children then design and present their own digital solution to a challenge.
Year 6: Finding their voice
Pupils prepare for their English Speaking Board qualification, learning to present ideas, respond to questions and speak with purpose to different audiences. The COP Speaker Series introduces people and ideas that demonstrate how individuals can influence positive change.
Digital mastery
Specialist computing lessons develop digital knowledge and skills throughout Years 3–6. Alongside this, our Digital Mastery Passport programme sets expectations for increasingly independent use of technology.
Children progress from safe and purposeful use towards responsible choices and digital leadership, learning to use technology thoughtfully in their wider learning.
Performing and creating
Art, Design and Technology, Drama and Dance have dedicated time within the curriculum. Children develop techniques through practice and learn to shape and express their ideas.
Our performing arts pathway gives pupils opportunities to build confidence and develop their abilities as they move through the Junior years.
Sport and an active life
Our sports provision gives children time to learn skills, practise and compete. Alongside competitive development, pupils build physical literacy: the movement skills, confidence and motivation to take part in physical activity.
Learning about their health helps them understand how to care for their bodies and develop habits for an active future.
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