Curriculum

Pupils are placed in single age, mixed ability classes. For some lessons in KS2, setting by ability takes place. Access to teachers with specialist skills increases as pupils mature. Work is differentiated in class according to individual pupil needs or group ability. We promote pupil’s spiritual, moral, social and cultural development and prepare all pupils for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of a rapidly and ever changing world.

We follow a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum, to provide opportunities for all pupils to learn and achieve. We follow the National Curriculum, Literacy and Numeracy frameworks and the Early Years Foundation Curriculum. In addition we follow the SEAL curriculum (Social, Emotional Aspects of Learning).

Assessment

Teacher’s continuously monitor and assess the children’s progress and achievement as they pass through school. Individual progress is reported to parents/carers regularly, via teacher/parent interviews and an annual report.

Children’s attainment in the core subjects is assessed at the end of Foundation Stage, (Foundation Stage Profile) and in Year 2 and Year 6 as part of National testing (SATs). By the time they reach Year 6 a child would generally be expected to be at Level 4 in all core subjects.

Religious Education and Collective Worship

Religious Education is taught in accordance with the Norfolk syllabus. We focus on different aspects of Christianity and other major world religions. By providing an understanding of other cultures, customs and religions we aim to promote tolerance. Collective Worship is held on a daily basis, with the whole school together. Any parent wishing to withdraw their child from Collective Worship in Religious Education, is invited to discuss the matter, and suitable alternative provision, with the Headteacher.

Physical Education

The school benefits from a large field and outdoor area, together with a well equipped hall, studio and swimming pool. Children experience gymnastics, dance, team games and swimming. There are extra curricular clubs for girls and boys such as football, netball, dance and cheer leading. The children regularly take part in cross country and County Sport events. There is a Sports Day each year and parents are encouraged to attend. We aim to teach the pupils the skills of both competitive and noncompetitive games and show them the necessity of sharing, cooperation and good sportsmanship. All children need to take part in PE/Sport as it is part of the National Curriculum and develops good habits for a healthy life style.