Our Curriculum

At High Hurstwood Church of England Primary School, we believe that every child deserves a rich, inspiring and ambitious education that prepares them for the next stage of their learning and for life beyond school.

Our curriculum is built upon the National Curriculum, enhanced by our strong Christian ethos, high-quality Religious Education and a wide range of enriching experiences that bring learning to life. We want our children to develop the knowledge, skills and character needed to flourish both within our local community and in the wider world.

Through engaging, purposeful and memorable learning experiences, we aim to inspire children to become curious, resilient and confident lifelong learners.

You can find out more about the learning taking place across the school by visiting our Curriculum pages and individual Class Pages.

Our Vision

To inspire our children to love learning, develop the confidence to contribute positively to their local community and the wider world, and equip them with the skills they need to live happy, healthy and fulfilling lives.

Everything we do is underpinned by our school motto:

BEE: Belong, Enjoy, Excel

Belong

We are a welcoming Christian community where every child feels valued, supported and loved. Guided by the teaching to "love your neighbour as yourself" (Luke 10:27), we create a safe and nurturing environment in which children can thrive.

Enjoy

We encourage children to embrace the opportunities and challenges that learning brings. We want every child to experience the joy of learning and to develop a sense of wonder about the world around them.

Excel

We encourage all children to strive for their personal best in everything they do. Inspired by Jesus' example of growth in wisdom, strength and relationships (Luke 2:52), we help children develop academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.

Our vision, values and Christian ethos are at the heart of our curriculum and shape every aspect of school life.

Our Curriculum Offer

The curriculum at High Hurstwood is designed to be broad, balanced and ambitious for all pupils.

Children study the National Curriculum subjects alongside Religious Education:

Core Subjects

• English
• Mathematics
• Science
• Religious Education

Foundation Subjects

• Art and Design
• Computing
• Design and Technology
• French
• Geography
• History
• Music
• Physical Education
• Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHE)

In addition, our Forest School programme provides valuable opportunities for outdoor learning, helping children develop independence, resilience, teamwork and practical problem-solving skills. Forest School experiences strengthen learning across many curriculum areas including science, geography, design technology, PE and PSHE.

Curriculum Intent

Our curriculum has been carefully designed to ensure that children:

• Acquire the essential knowledge and skills they need to succeed.
• Develop a love of learning and natural curiosity about the world.
• Build resilience and confidence when faced with challenge.
• Learn through meaningful, first-hand experiences.
• Understand and contribute positively to their local and global communities.
• Are well prepared for the next stage of their education and future lives.

We place great importance on helping children to know more, remember more and do more over time. Learning is carefully sequenced so that new knowledge builds upon prior learning, enabling children to develop a deep and lasting understanding of each subject.

Our extensive school grounds, local environment and wider educational visits provide valuable opportunities for children to apply their learning in real-life contexts.

Curriculum Implementation

Our curriculum is delivered through high-quality teaching that is carefully planned and adapted to meet the needs of all learners.

Teachers work collaboratively to:

• Deliver a progressive sequence of learning in every subject.
• Revisit and build upon prior learning to strengthen understanding.
• Provide appropriate challenge and support for every child.
• Adapt teaching in response to assessment and pupil outcomes.
• Create memorable learning experiences through educational visits, visitors and practical activities.
• Ensure that all pupils, including those with SEND and the most able, can access and achieve success within the curriculum.

English and Mathematics are taught daily, with foundation subjects taught throughout the week to ensure all children receive a broad and balanced education.

Each subject is led by a dedicated subject leader who monitors standards, supports colleagues and continually develops curriculum provision across the school.

Supporting Every Learner

We are committed to providing an inclusive curriculum that enables every child to achieve success and make progress.

Our curriculum is carefully adapted to meet the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all children can access learning and achieve their full potential.

Further information can be found on our SEND page. Our Accessibility Plan and Equality Objectives are available within the Policies section of the website.

Curriculum Impact

We regularly evaluate the effectiveness of our curriculum to ensure it delivers the best possible outcomes for our pupils.

We measure impact through:

• Pupil progress and attainment.
• Assessment outcomes across all subject areas.
• Pupil voice and learning conversations.
• Classroom observations.
• Book looks and work scrutiny.
• Subject leader monitoring.
• Parent feedback and surveys.
• Children's engagement, enthusiasm and confidence as learners.

The success of our curriculum is reflected in children who are happy, motivated and eager to learn; children who can talk confidently about their learning and who are well prepared for the next stage of their educational journey.