Curriculum
Whole School Curriculum
Our Curriculum Statement of Intent Our aim is to provide our children with an engaging, exciting and empowering curriculum that equips them for today and tomorrow. At Sylvester Primary Academy, we support learners through experiences that will...
Wade Deacon Trust - Primary Curriculum Statement
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Art
STATEMENT OF INTENT At Sylvester Primary Academy it is our intent for Art, craft and design to embody some of the highest forms of creativity. Our high-quality art and design curriculum will engage, inspire and challenge pupils, equipping them with...
Computing
COMPUTING STATEMENT OF INTENT Our vision is to support children in becoming creative, independent learners and ensure they develop a healthy relationship with technology. At Sylvester Primary Academy, we value and recognise the contribution that...
Design & Technology
Long Term Plan Progression of Skills Statement of Intent At Sylvester Primary Academy we provide all children with a broad and balanced curriculum which prepares them for life beyond primary education. We encourage children to use their...
English
STATEMENT OF INTENT English is at the heart of both education and society. Our intent at Sylvester Primary School is to nurture pupils who can speak, read and write confidently and fluently, communicating their ideas and emotions to others. Our...
Geography
STATEMENT OF INTENT At Sylvester Primary Academy, the intent of our Geography curriculum is to provide rich learning experiences that ultimately inspire a deep curiosity in our children about the world that they live in and their place in it. At...
History
STATEMENT OF INTENT The intent of our history curriculum is to deliver a high-quality curriculum which is accessible to all and that will maximise the outcomes for every child so that they know more, remember more and understand more. As a result...
Mathematics
MATHEMATICS STATEMENT OF INTENT Our intent is for every child to develop mathematical fluency and confidence in numeracy, equipping them with the skills of calculation, reasoning and problem solving that they need in all subject areas and in life...
Modern Foreign Languages
MFL Curriculum At Sylvester Primary Academy, all pupils follow the “Primary Languages Network” online scheme. This is fully compliant with all National Curriculum requirements for Modern Foreign Languages and systematically covers the key language...
Music
STATEMENT OF INTENT At Sylvester Primary Academy, it is the intent that our children will gain a strong understanding of what music is through; listening and appraising, singing and playing instruments, evaluating, analysing and composing across a...
PE
STATEMENT OF INTENT The Physical Education curriculum at Sylvester Primary Academy aims to develop the pupils’ physical education knowledge, skills and capabilities; whilst also nurturing their mental, emotional and social wellbeing. For example,...
Phonics
STATEMENT OF INTENT Our Phonics intent is that all children will become fluent and effective readers. Children will have the skills to access the wider curriculum and be able to use a range of rich vocabulary. Phonics sessions will support children...
PSHE & RSE
STATEMENT OF INTENT Our PSHE Curriculum forms a fundamental part of our whole school curriculum and an essential part of a child’s education. PSHE (Personal, Social, Health and Economic) Education and RSE (Relationships and Sex Education) helps...
Reading
Reading with Children – Top Tips Find a quiet area of the house Settle into a comfortable seat or chair Turn off the TV or other distractions Little and often – five minutes is fine Don’t force your child if they are tired Use praise and make...
Religious Education & World Views
STATEMENT OF INTENT At Sylvester Primary Academy, the teaching of Religious Education and World Views aims to allow all pupils to explore the teachings and practises of different religions and world views. We aim to enhance pupils’ awareness and...
Science
Statement of intent Our stimulating Science curriculum is designed to encourage creativity, problem solving, resilience, proactive thinking and collaboration. At Sylvester Primary Academy, we use the PLAN assessment materials to support teacher...
Primary Curriculum Statement
