Curriculum statement

Our curriculum at Archbishop Sumner CofE Primary School (ABS) equips our pupils with skills and knowledge to enable them to thrive today and in the future. We have crafted a creative, broad and inspiring curriculum which is aspirational, inclusive and supportive yet challenging for our diverse pupil community.

Through our tailored and unique curriculum, we seek to 

• Understand and care for each child and their needs
• Encourage each other to become the best we can possibly be
• Inspire each child with a joy of learning and discovery
• Equip each child with the skills, knowledge and confidence they need for the future
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Our curriculum is inclusive and supportive. Pupils are supported to be the best they can be within a society that is ever changing, diverse and eclectic. We are committed to providing the necessary scaffolding and adaptations to ensure that every child can access the curriculum and reach their full potential. Our well-sequenced curriculum builds upon prior learning, enabling pupils to acquire new knowledge and skills. 

Our curriculum is aspirational and challenging. We foster curiosity, encouraging pupils to push the boundaries of their learning. They develop a deep understanding of the world around them. We have high expectations for all of our pupils.

Our curriculum reaches beyond the academic to develop the whole child. We believe that children thrive when they feel understood and encouraged. We take time to build relationships, ensuring that children’s interests and diverse backgrounds are respected and reflected within school. We nurture moral, spiritual, social and cultural understanding. 

Our curriculum is enriching and exciting. Opportunities are made for our pupils to develop their cultural capital. Through a range of activities, including the arts, sports, trips and outdoor learning, we offer our pupils opportunities that inspire and engage them. At ABS, pupils grow in resilience, appreciate beauty in the world and learn to be guided by their beliefs and values.

Intent

Our curriculum is designed to engage all pupils and takes into account their abilities, interests and cultures. We are aspirational for all our pupils and we are determined to nurture their potential through inclusive and challenging learning experiences.

Sequential learning features across the curriculum areas and questioning, creativity, reflection and problem-solving support the acquisition of our pupils' skills and retention of knowledge.

Our curriculum areas are ambitious and inclusive for all learners. Through the requirements of the National Curriculum, our review of curriculum areas and our understanding  of our pupils' needs and interests, we strive to develop a keen interest in learning and develop the pupils' skills and knowledge through carefully planned and engaging teaching. 

Our core values of "Achieve, Believe and Serve" tie in with our identity and the shortened name of the school "ABS", and are embedded in our curriculum and collective worship.  

Implementation

In order to achieve and maintain high quality teaching, ABS staff make effective use of differentiation, quality resources, and educational trips and visits which reflect the Christian values and diversity we are so proud of. Subject Leads support staff with planning and ensure that teachers understand the expectations of the national curriculum and that their subject knowledge is strong.

Assessment opportunities and pupil progression are actively planned.

Through active learning, problem solving and practical experiences wherever possible, pupils have the opportunity to use advanced ICT equipment and high quality resources. 

Topic-based projects and Homework consolidate pupils' understanding and encourage families to engage in learning together.

Impact

Through active learning at school, our aim is for all pupils to develop the skills they will need to meet the challenges of the                             

ever-changing world in which we live.  We aspire for them to understand the society around them and to be active participants in its

diversity. 

Our formal assessment systems and teacher judgments on progress and next steps are updated at set points of the year and targets

are shared with pupils and their families.

Pupil data is monitored carefully and the staff are committed to addressing misconceptions as well as extending and further

challenging pupils.