Our curriculum is taught through a combination of discrete subjects and linked “topic” areas. We use the Cornerstone Curriculum pedagogy and topics to support with the design of our curriculum. Within this, we adopt the Four Cornerstones of Learning – Engage, Develop, Innovate and Express. These are four distinct stages that actively promote children’s learning and thinking, as well as their spiritual, moral, social and cultural development. Using the Cornerstones pedagogy means that during each half-term children will work through this cycle of learning experiences: 1. The Engage Phase Throughout the learning experience, we value the enhanced learning opportunities provided by going on trips and having visitors into school. Where possible, we use local visits and try to keep costs to a minimum. We use the Cornerstones units to cover History, Geography, Design and Technology, Art and Design, and Computing skills. English, Maths, Science, Languages, Music, PE, PSHE and RE are taught discretely, although we make links with the topic where appropriate. In English, for example, the core text and writing genres usually tie in with the topic. |
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