Nonsuch Primary School
Curriculum
Children in Early Years (Reception and Nursery classes) follow the statutory Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum.
Our phonics scheme follows Schofield & Sims My Letters and Sounds. Children start early phonics within our Nursery as they investigate environmental sounds. Once they begin Reception, children follow a more formal approach to phonics and this is continued into Year 1. In the Summer term, Year 1 children are assessed using the national phonics screening test. Phonics continues to be a focus in Year 2. We expect all of our children to have a secure understanding of phonics by the time they reach KS2. If this is not the case, then they will receive further support.
Nonsuch Primary School’s Curriculum
We have created our curriculum in line with the National Curriculum 2014. Please read our curriculum intent. Details of the learning taking place in each year group is accessible by clicking on one of the year group shortcuts below.
If you would like more information about any aspect of our curriculum, please speak to your child's class teacher or alternatively, speak to the school office who will put you in touch with the relevant curriculum coordinator.
The Organisation of the Curriculum
Children in Key Stage 1 and 2 have a daily mathematics and English lesson ensuring coverage of the national curriculum objectives. At Nonsuch Primary School we place great value on children participating in a broad and balanced curriculum. We aim to create a stimulating environment in which children are actively engaged in their own learning. We try to give children valuable first-hand and relevant experience by making links between subjects wherever possible. Curriculum maps are available for each year group using the links below.
We follow the government curriculum for RSE. Click on this link for an overview of what is taught in each year group.
History
History is all around us. The study of history ignites children’s curiosity about the past in Britain and the wider world. Through finding out about how and why the world, our country, culture and local community have developed over time, children understand how the past influences the present. History enables children to develop a context for their growing sense of identity and a chronological framework for their knowledge of significant events and people. What they learn through history can influence their decisions about personal choices, attitudes and values. At NPS, our intent, when teaching history, is to stimulate the children’s curiosity in order for them to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding. We are in close proximity to Nonsuch Mansion and use this as part of our Y3 Tudors topic.
