The curriculum at Thornton Dale is broad and balanced. We have a creative approach which is specifically tailored to our children’s needs. As a staff team, we have given careful consideration to our children; their experiences and needs and developed a bespoke curriculum model
The curriculum at Thornton Dale is broad and balanced. We have a creative approach which is specifically tailored to our children’s needs. As a staff team, we have given careful consideration to our children; their experiences and needs and developed a bespoke curriculum model that caters for them specifically.
Our curriculum intent is to:
Our curriculum is implemented through Learning Missions. These are whole school, cross curricular topics that aim to inspire and excite children about new learning. The children go on a learning journey from launch to landing. We are currently introducing knowledge organisers to support the learning of key knowledge so that children remember long term the content they have been taught.
We value each child’s contribution and individuality. Our Learning Mission books are full of published work that the children are proud to share at our landing events. We also share our learning on our class facebook pages.
When planning, consideration must be given to how best we can meet children’s needs, include all children and motivate them. The impact of our curriculum approach is that it truly inspires learners, igniting a learning passion and developing ‘learning for life’.
English and Maths are taught as discrete sessions in the morning, but wherever possible they will link to the current Learning Mission. The foundation subjects are taught through Learning Missions. English and Maths skills are also applied across the curriculum. Weekly Science sessions link to our ‘Learning Missions' wherever possible. Teachers ensure a clear progression for all and have high expectations for children’s achievements in all sub