School Curriculum
The school follows the National frameworks for Literacy and Numeracy and uses the Chris Quigley Essentials as a guide when planning coverage of the foundation subjects, ensuring that coverage is in line with National Curriculum statutory requirements.
To view the National Curriculum please click on the link below:
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/425601/PRIMARY_national_curriculum.pdf
We are working hard in ensuring our curriculum provides the children with the very best education in all areas. This year changes are being made to allow children to dig deeper into concepts and lead their own learning. The three drivers for our curriculum our creativity, initiative and aspirations.
This year our termly planning is centred around key concepts, ensuring our learning is linked in meaningful ways.
Have a look at our curriculum overviews to see our focus for this term.
Parent consultation (RSE)
Phonics
We follow the Read Write Inc Phonics and Fresh start reading programme to teach phonics at our school. Use the Parent video links below to learn more about the programme and supporting phonics teaching at home.
Powerpoint Presentations and Meeting Notes
We hold annual Phonics and Early Reading Meetings to inform parents of our Phonics Teaching at Layer. Parent parterships in the Autumn Term also provied parents with advice on how to support your child at home with early reading and writing. If you were unable to attend these or would like furthur information please speak to your child's class teacher. You may also find notes and a copy of the powerpoint here to dowload.