Broadmead Primary School

We have high aspirations in all curriculum areas.  Check out our 'We are...' leaflet to for more infomation.

Curriculum intent Statement

Our aim is to provide our children with an engaging, exciting and empowering curriculum and a learning environment with high standards where children will learn, be happy and equipped for today and tomorrow.

At Broadmead Primary School the curriculum is designed to: recognise and build on children’s prior learning, provide first hand learning experiences through trips and visits and allow children to become resilient, creative and critical thinkers whilst building self-esteem and individuality. We set high expectations and allow children to develop their learning through high quality thinking. Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development, as well mental health and well-being, are prioritised to ensure children have concern for others.

At Broadmead and as part of The Pioneer Academy we have three keys values: safe, happy, learning. In order for children to learn they have to be happy. In order for children to be happy they have to feel safe. We are committed to making sure every children feels safe and happy and therefore learning will come naturally.

Inclusion

Inclusion is at the heart of our school. It is expected that all children will participate in learning and adaptations will be made to ensure that all children have access to a broad and balanced curriculum.

Children learn and develop in different ways and may need extra help and support at various points throughout their time at school. Lessons which include practical experiences set the foundations for lifelong learning and enable children to apply skills to real life context.

Work is modified to support learning in the classroom. Adapting resources and activities which focus on personalised curriculum ensures accessibility for all and reduces to barriers to learning.

Here at Broadmead we follow the International Primary Curriculum.  You will find the programmes of study for each year group on their year group page but for more information head over to: https://fieldworkeducation.com/curriculums/primary-years

How do we implement our curriculum?

The curriculum is implemented through thematic topics chosen from the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). These are designed with progression of knowledge and mastery of skills at its core. We prioritise development of “entry points” at the start of a topic and then build upon these as the learning unfolds.  These “entry points” are reviewed annually with the cohort so that we can ensure that the experiences we offer continue to resonate with children. All subjects are linked, where possible, to these themes – including music, art, science, core texts, reading and writing to provide the opportunity to make links and ensure depth of understanding.

We offer a range of enriching, memorable experiences so that Broadmead children benefit from a full range of academic, spiritual, moral, social and cultural activities, including those on the ‘Pioneer Passport’. These experiences take place at school, in and around the local area of Selhurst, in London and Nationally. (Year 6).

By the time they leave us at the end of KS2 a Broadmead child will be a confident individual who is actively and enthusiastically engaged on a journey of learning. Through our compassion curriculum, teaching of PHSEC, RHE, Personal goals, Educate and celebrate, British values, school council, Head pupils and other roles within the school -  a Broadmead child will understand how to contribute positively to their community and the wider society.

Compassionate Curriculum

We know that to succeed young people need our compassion and at Broadmead we will ensure that we maintain compassion by providing excellent training and support to staff and by using a whole school approach.

1.     Relationship building, safety, connection and assurance of wellbeing (safe)

2.     Emotional and behavioural self-regulation (happy)

3.     Competency of social and personal skills and academic success (learning)

These principles foster positive relationships between pupils and all staff, and support pupils to become more resilient.