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CURRICULUM OVERVIEW

Developing confident, young citizens who are given every opportunity to reach their full potential.

We do this through providing high quality education in a safe, caring and stimulating learning environment where children flourish and feel loved, valued and respected.

Year One

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Year Two

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Year Three

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Year Four

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Year Five

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Year Six

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Through a broad and personalised learning programme the children build on prior knowledge and are immersed in subject specific lessons. The children learn skills to create a variety of outcomes becoming Scientists, Writers, Musicians or Designers in the process.

Through the use of 1-1 iPads we strive to provide opportunities for children to develop as independent and critical thinkers, giving them the choice of using the format they feel is best to exhibit their skills and knowledge.

We develop children’s spiritual dimension by fostering a sense of wonder, joy and amazement. We work consistently within the Christian ethos of a Church of England School by promoting respect and tolerance of others and of their beliefs; pride in themselves and their achievements, and care and consideration for the environment.

Kingsland has been commended for the strength of its relationships between all stakeholders. We understand that relationships are essential for success and our staff are fully committed and a passionate team of professionals.

We have taken a strategic approach to the introduction of a newly revised curriculum. Leaders in school will carefully monitor and evaluate the implementation and impact of each curriculum subject area over a three year programme alongside consistent monitoring of the English and Maths curriculum.

Curriculum Topics 2024/25

Nursery

Autumn: Nursery Rhyme Land / Celebration

Spring: The Woodlands / On The Farm

Summer: Fantastic Beats / Beside the Seaside

Reception

Autumn: Awesome Authors / Around the World

Spring: To Infinity & Beyond / The Secret Garden

Summer: Animal Kingdom / Superheroes

Footsteps

Autumn: Myself

Spring: People Who Help Us

Summer: Celebration

Year One

Autumn: Guy Fawkes

Spring: Toys from the Past

Summer: Travellers

Year Two

Autumn: What Can We Learn From Events In The Past?

Spring: Our Britain

Summer: At the Seaside

Year Three

Autumn: Local History - The Potteries

Spring: Stone Age - Iron Age

Summer: Ancient Egypt

Year Four

Autumn: The World of Chocolate

Spring: The Roman Empire

Summer: Planet Earth

Year Five

Autumn: Space

Spring: Vikings

Summer: Vikings

Year Six

Autumn: World War 2

Spring: Victorians

Summer: The Titanic

Curriculum Review Plan

2024-25

Art

Geography

History

Design & Technology

2025-26

Music

Modern Foreign Languages

PSHE

Outdoor Learning

2026-27

Science

Religious Education

Computing

Physical Education

ART

Through the teaching of Art we are able to present difficult concepts visually, making them more easy to understand and allowing the children to access an entire world through colour, techniques and materials.

The teaching of Art helps children with the development of motor skills, language skills, social skills, decision-making, risk-taking, and inventiveness. Art throughout our school will allow opportunities for all children, and staff, to become proficient in drawing, painting, sculpture and a range of art techniques. Children will develop critical thinking skills whilst investing art, both old and new, enabling them to design and reflect on their own pieces of work.
Through play children can develop language skills, their emotions and creativity, social and intellectual skills. We ensure that there is a balance between child led and adult-led activities. The children are able to select, use and play with a wide variety of resources during our continuous provision.

Cultural Capital

Cultural Capital refers to the set of knowledge, skills and experiences that children acquire, which support their ability to succeed and navigate in broader society.

Our Art Curriculum (including off-site trips) is designed to provide a wide range of experiences and skills that will continue to benefit our pupils after they finish Y6.

THIS INCLUDES

  • Researching different artists, both locally and globally
  • Visiting the range of local museums and the virtual art galleries on offer
  • Variety of after school clubs to promote creative skills, design and scuplture etc…
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Cultural Capital

Cultural Capital refers to the set of knowledge, skills and experiences that children acquire, which support their ability to succeed and navigate in broader society.

Our IT Curriculum (including off-site trips) is designed to provide a wide range of experiences and skills that will continue to benefit our pupils after they finish Y6.

THIS INCLUDES

  • Researching different artists, both locally and globally
  • Visiting the range of local museums and the virtual art galleries on offer
  • Variety of after school clubs to promote creative skills, design and scuplture etc…
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COMPUTING

Technology is changing the lives of everyone. Through the teaching of computing we intend to equip children to participate in a rapidly-changing world where work and leisure activities are increasingly transformed by technology.

We enable our children to find, explore, analyse, exchange and present information. Computing skills are a major factor in enabling children to be confident, creative and independent learners. Computers have become a part of everyday life. For most of us, technology is essential to our daily lives, at home and at work. ‘Computational Thinking’ is a skill children must be taught in order to provide them with essential knowledge and skills that will enable them to participate effectively in the digital world.
Computing is an integral part of modern day life and therefore provides a wealth of learning opportunities, explicitly within computing and also across other curriculum subjects. Through the integration of computing technology throughout the curriculum children’s computational thinking is developed, improving their ability to solve problems in a creative, logical and collaborative way – through repeated programming opportunities and opportunities to build understanding and apply the concepts of computer science, information technology and digital literacy.

Design & Technology

Design & Technology is an inspiring and practical subject that encourages children to think creatively to solve problems both as individuals and as a team.

We encourage children to use their creativity and imagination, to design and make products that solve real and relevant problems, whilst considering the end users needs and wants. We aim to, wherever possible, link work cross curricular.
Through creative and practical activities, we teach the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to engage in the process of designing and making. Children generate, develop, model and communicate their ideas through discussion, annotated sketches, cross-sectional diagrams and computer aided design.
Children here select from and use a wider range of tools and equipment to perform practical tasks accurately like cutting, shaping, joining and finishing. Children get to work with a variety of materials, textiles and ingredients. Children are taught how to evaluate their ideas and products against their own criteria and consider how they could improve their work.

Cultural Capital

Cultural Capital refers to the set of knowledge, skills and experiences that children acquire, which support their ability to succeed and navigate in broader society.

Our D&T Curriculum (including off-site trips) is designed to provide a wide range of experiences and skills that will continue to benefit our pupils after they finish Y6.

THIS INCLUDES

  • Visits to school from different professions to promote practical skills.
  • Tinker table using School Caretakers
  • Gardening Club
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Cultural Capital

Cultural Capital refers to the set of knowledge, skills and experiences that children acquire, which support their ability to succeed and navigate in broader society.

Our Geography Curriculum (including off-site trips) is designed to provide a wide range of experiences and skills that will continue to benefit our pupils after they finish Y6.

THIS INCLUDES

  • Zoo visits 1:1 animal encounters (Chester Zoo / Peak Wildlife)
  • Learning how to use a compass
  • Mapping out the school grounds using digital technolgies
  • Giving and following directions
  • Understanding global issues such as population growth, renewable energy and food sources.
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GEOGRAPHY

We will provide a high quality Geography education which inspires curiosity about the world.

We will teach them about globally significant places, both terrestrial and marine, to equip pupils with a wide knowledge about people and places. Children will be taught about both physical and human characteristics in various locations to provide them with knowledge of natural and human environments. Using this knowledge, they will be able to understand how physical and human geographical features of the world are independent and change over time.
Over time children will develop competency in their geographical skills in order to collect, analyse and communicate with a range of data including their own gathered through fieldwork experiences. This will allow them to deepen their understanding of various geographical processes, whilst also allowing them to understand about the formation and use of some landscapes and environments.
These well developed skills will allow them to interpret a range of sources of information including maps, diagrams and aerial photographs in preparation for future aspirations and experiences.
Teachers at Kingsland will teach children to adequately communicate geographical information in various ways, including digitally, using maps and writing which will allow them to deepen their understanding of Geography.

History

Our children will develop a passion for history as we provide them with real life experiences to ignite their interest in an active and creative way.

This is achieved by implementing themed days along with weaving in other subject areas such as Geography and art. Mapping learning always focuses on the skills and knowledge which needs to be taught, as well as providing enrichment opportunities to encourage children to ask perceptive questions, weigh evidence and think critically.
Through the teaching of history we strive towards our children understanding the diversity of societies and relationships between different groups, the process of change and the challenges of their own time.

Cultural Capital

Cultural Capital refers to the set of knowledge, skills and experiences that children acquire, which support their ability to succeed and navigate in broader society.

Our History Curriculum (including off-site trips) is designed to provide a wide range of experiences and skills that will continue to benefit our pupils after they finish Y6.

THIS INCLUDES

  • Trips to learn about different topics (eg. Cadbury’s World, Manchester Museum, Sudbury Hall, Ford Green Hall, Local Museums for Potteries)
  • Visitors to deliver history days (eg. Dantastic Roman Day, Stone Age Day)
  • Artefacts to support history lessons
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Cultural Capital

Cultural Capital refers to the set of knowledge, skills and experiences that children acquire, which support their ability to succeed and navigate in broader society.

Our Maths Curriculum (including off-site trips) is designed to provide a wide range of experiences and skills that will continue to benefit our pupils after they finish Y6.

THIS INCLUDES

  • STEM Days
  • Careers Week
  • Number Day (NSPCC)
  • Command Joe Challenges
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MATHS

We follow a clearly structured teaching and learning process that helps ensure every child masters each maths concept.

We enable our children to find, explore, analyse, exchange and present information. Computing skills are a major factor in enabling children to be confident, creative and independent learners. Computers have become a part of everyday life. For most of us, technology is essential to our daily lives, at home and at work. ‘Computational Thinking’ is a skill children must be taught in order to provide them with essential knowledge and skills that will enable them to participate effectively in the digital world.
The teaching of mathematics introduces children to concepts, skills and thinking that are essential in everyday life and support learning across the curriculum. Children discover how mathematics contributes to our economy, society and culture. It stimulates curiosity, fosters creativity and equips children with the skills they need in life.

Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)

We believe that learning a Modern Foreign Language provides a valuable educational, social and cultural enriching experience for our children.

Languages help develop communication skills including key skills of speaking and listening and extends their knowledge of how another language works.
The language skills developed both verbal and written will aid children when abroad and widen their opportunities while at high school and beyond. The natural links between languages and the wider curriculum enhance the whole teaching and learning experience.

Cultural Capital

Cultural Capital refers to the set of knowledge, skills and experiences that children acquire, which support their ability to succeed and navigate in broader society.

Our MFL Curriculum (including off-site trips) is designed to provide a wide range of experiences and skills that will continue to benefit our pupils after they finish Y6.

THIS INCLUDES

  • Celebrating a French festival
  • Try French food
  • Play traditional French playground games
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Cultural Capital

Cultural Capital refers to the set of knowledge, skills and experiences that children acquire, which support their ability to succeed and navigate in broader society.

Our Music Curriculum (including off-site trips) is designed to provide a wide range of experiences and skills that will continue to benefit our pupils after they finish Y6.

THIS INCLUDES

  • EYFS & KS1 Christmas Show
  • Whole School PopUK Workshop & Performances
  • Kingsland Chorus Performance & CD Recording
  • Community Choir
  • Rocksteady Band Lessons & SHows
  • Instrumental Workshops (Music Squad)
  • Victoria Hall dance performance
  • Celebration singing
  • 1:1 Music workshops (Music Squad)
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MUSIC

We teach our pupils to deepen their knowledge and passion for Music using a holistic approach.

The related skills of playing, singing, listening and creating music are introduced and revisited throughout each year group, resulting in deeper and richer musical outcomes.
We would like to broaden their musical experiences and give them opportunities to experience music from different periods, genres and styles and offer pupils the chance to listen, perform, review and evaluate a range of musical opportunities.
We would like to link technology with these skills allowing our children to have fun and explore their talents. We aim to remove barriers to create the confidence in children to believe in the possibility a musical career. Music should engage and inspire pupils to release their creative sides and develop their critical thinking skills and ultimately their love of music!
Music Development Plan

PE

Physical Education is important as it teaches the children to improve the quality of their life.

Through consistent activity and exercise, children boost their stamina and enhance their ability to concentrate and focus. Through Physical Education we aim to follow a sequential, developmental curriculum that progressively builds on past experiences and incorporates new experiences.
Through the teaching of Physical Education we challenge and inspire children to achieve, improve their health and develop positive relationships.
Our children are offered opportunities to compete in competitive sports and activities through inter and intra competitions. Through continuous CPD for all staff, we ensure that staff are confident in delivering quality P.E sessions, promoting successful learning experiences and encouraging children to become confident participants in sport, enabling children to develop creativity and cooperative and competitive skills. Children are encouraged to develop leadership skills in order to build character and through the notion of fair play, honest competition and good sportsmanship, values of fairness and respect are embedded.

Cultural Capital

Cultural Capital refers to the set of knowledge, skills and experiences that children acquire, which support their ability to succeed and navigate in broader society.

Our PE Curriculum (including off-site trips) is designed to provide a wide range of experiences and skills that will continue to benefit our pupils after they finish Y6.

THIS INCLUDES

  • During P.E. lessons, children are encouraged to focus on their individual progress and participate in personal best challenges at the start and end of each unit.
  • All children are part of a House System, earning value points for their house weekly. The House System also provides a platform for sporting events throughout the year, ensuring every child has the chance to participate and compete.
  • Additionally, children from various year groups have the opportunity to represent Kingsland in local competitions, fostering pride and teamwork while showcasing their skills.
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Cultural Capital

Cultural Capital refers to the set of knowledge, skills and experiences that children acquire, which support their ability to succeed and navigate in broader society.

Our PSHE Curriculum (including off-site trips) is designed to provide a wide range of experiences and skills that will continue to benefit our pupils after they finish Y6.

THIS INCLUDES

  • Seatbelt safety workshops
  • Road safety workshops
  • Y6 transition workshops
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PSHE

A high quality education in Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE) will involve pupils developing a greater insight into themselves and each other.

Through carefully crafted discussions and activities, they will explore a range of different types of feelings and examine their personal relationships at home and at school. Pupils will be encouraged to view themselves as a valued and unique member of society, with their own individual set of strengths.
They will acquire practical ways in which they can keep themselves safe in the modern world, including how they can keep themselves safe online. Learning will take place through a variety of different means, including discussion and drama. Pupils will be encouraged to think critically about some of their own pre existing mindsets in order to approach tasks with greater levels of positivity. They will also develop their listening skills and awareness of how to display a respectful attitude towards others.

Reading

At Kingsland, we provide language-rich classroom environments and a curriculum where children are exposed to high quality language in varying forms.

In the Early Years and Key Stage One, the teaching of phonics is delivered through the Monster Phonics programme. This systematic approach develops reading skills by teaching children to segment and blend sounds. Daily phonics lessons combine sound recognition with texts carefully matched to each child’s developmental level. In Key Stage One, children further their reading journey with daily small-group guided reading sessions, also using Monster Phonics.
Upon completing the Monster Phonics programme, children transition to the Collins Big Cat Reading scheme, which encourages independent book selection. In Key Stage Two, daily whole-class guided reading sessions focus on fiction and non-fiction, utilising high-quality texts from the Cracking Comprehension scheme.
Developing reading fluency is a key aspect of our approach to improving comprehension and overall reading skills. Fluency activities are embedded in every reading lesson, with a dedicated fluency-focused session each week to ensure continuous progress for all our children.

Cultural Capital

Cultural Capital refers to the set of knowledge, skills and experiences that children acquire, which support their ability to succeed and navigate in broader society.

Our Reading Curriculum (including off-site trips) is designed to provide a wide range of experiences and skills that will continue to benefit our pupils after they finish Y6.

THIS INCLUDES

  • To further celebrate literature, our Academy’s house teams are named after esteemed traditional authors: Roald Dahl, Julia Donaldson, Michael Morpurgo, and Enid Blyton. 
  • Our school library reflects this emphasis, featuring a wide selection of books by these authors, ensuring children are immersed in their timeless works while exploring new perspectives.
  • Participate in live lessons with authors
  • Visits to local libraries and reading buses
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Cultural Capital

Cultural Capital refers to the set of knowledge, skills and experiences that children acquire, which support their ability to succeed and navigate in broader society.

Our RE Curriculum (including off-site trips) is designed to provide a wide range of experiences and skills that will continue to benefit our pupils after they finish Y6.

THIS INCLUDES

  • Links to local church and community
  • Visits to local church inc Y6 communion
  • RE focus days where other religions are explored in detail
  • Opportunities to in depth thought and questioning during lessons
  • Expression of faith through different media, art, music etc..
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RE

Our lessons involve pupils gaining a clear understanding of the main principals of Christianity and a variety of other world religions, namely Islam, Judaism, and Hinduism.

Pupils will acquire this understanding both through classroom learning and first hand experiences. They will have the opportunity to observe and handle key religious artefacts and visit religious buildings in order to enhance their learning. Teaching should equip pupils with the confidence to express their religious views freely as part of classroom discussions and to generate further, deeper questions linked to faith and philosophical enquiry.
A curiosity within pupils and an acceptance of differing beliefs should be fostered at all times. As children progress in their understanding, they will compare and contrast different religions and some of their central belief systems. Close links to English skills including reading, writing and speaking and listening will be cultivated throughout. Teaching will be completed sensitively at all times, with an awareness of the different beliefs and attitudes that may be in operation within the classroom.

Science

At Kingsland we believe Science is important because our world depends on it.

Our children will become scientists through curiosity, questioning and explanation of natural phenomenon. As our young children discover the world around them the more they will gain excitement and learn about the ‘magic’ of Science.
As teachers we will encourage curiosity, awe and wonder of Science. We will encourage children to ask questions, seek answers, collect data and conduct investigations ensuring science becomes a way of thinking and a platform from which to understand our world. Through a scientific enquiry based approach critical thinking skills will be applied as they learn through investigative experiences and active involvement. Across the curriculum through the high quality teaching of the specific disciplines of Biology, Chemistry and Physics we will be preparing the scientists of the future.

Cultural Capital

Cultural Capital refers to the set of knowledge, skills and experiences that children acquire, which support their ability to succeed and navigate in broader society.

Our Science Curriculum (including off-site trips) is designed to provide a wide range of experiences and skills that will continue to benefit our pupils after they finish Y6.

THIS INCLUDES

  • Wilding areas outside, sustainability.
  • Chester Zoo trip
  • Experiments inside and outside the classroom
  • Peak Wildlife
  • Wonderdome
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Cultural Capital

Cultural Capital refers to the set of knowledge, skills and experiences that children acquire, which support their ability to succeed and navigate in broader society.

Our Writing Curriculum (including off-site trips) is designed to provide a wide range of experiences and skills that will continue to benefit our pupils after they finish Y6.

THIS INCLUDES

  • Writing based trips and visits
  • Writing competitions
  • Agents of Change
  • Careers Week
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WRITING

We develop writing skills so that our children have the stamina and ability to write at age expected standards. To support children in moving towards independent writing, we provide a wide range of activities including use of film and imagery, modelled, shared and guided writing, peer editing and discussion.

We use the Pathways to Write programme where each unit of work is delivered using a high quality text. Writing skills are built up through repetition and children apply these skills in a variety of writing activities. There are many opportunities for widening children’s vocabulary through the units and this builds on the extensive work we do as a school to provide our children with rich and varied vocabulary.