Curriculum
English
Every child needs to be confident and competent in their use of English to communicate
efficiently. We ensure this by:
 Using phonics to establish basic reading and writing skills.
 Incorporating role play and drama into activities and
lessons.
 Making writing purposeful; for a reason and/or and
audience.
 Using interactive resources to enhance learning and make it even more
enjoyable.
Mathematics
Mathematics in Wavertree CE Primary is taught according to the Primary
Framework.
Mathematics is a fundamental tool which is used daily
throughout life. Each pupil will be given the opportunity to raise their level
of expectation and standard of achievement to the highest level possible. We
will enable each pupil to experience the success and enjoyment only possible
through this vital area of intellectual enrichment.
We develop in each pupil :
positive attitudes towards mathematics as a subject in which each individual can
experience success and raise their standard of achievement and level of expectation;
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an appreciation of mathematical pattern and the ability to recognise
relationships within those patterns;
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mathematical skills and knowledge as well as a quick recall of basic mathematical
facts;
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an understanding of mathematics through enquiry and investigation thereby
facilitating the pupils’ ability to “discover for themselves;
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the ability to think clearly and logically ( e.g. problem solving and estimation );
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an awareness of the mathematical skills, concepts and knowledge;
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an appreciation of the creative aspects of mathematics;
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an increasing confidence in their use of mathematics enabling the child to
express themselves clearly and use the language of mathematics with assurance
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a sense of fulfilment and enjoyment from the use and study of the subject.
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The ability to use and apply mathematics across all dimensions of the subject
and in particular, relating to real life situations.
Science
Science education at Wavertree Church of England School will encourage each
individual pupil to explore, experience and question scientific ideas and concepts in a
lively, interesting and enjoyable way, thus embodying a pupil’s natural curiosity in how
things happen, and developing upon each individual’s pre-existing knowledge through
the ‘science processes and concept exploration’ method of teaching.
We develop in each pupil :
an interest in and an awareness of science and other related
subjects;
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the ability to explore, observe and record observations;
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an understanding of scientific concepts;
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logical thought processes;
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confidence to pose questions, devise experiments and investigations and draw
conclusions from their findings;
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an awareness of patterns, relationships and changes in the physical
environment;
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the ability to apply appropriate scientific concepts to life in general;
sense of fulfilment and enjoyment from the use and study of science.
Information and Communication Technology
All pupils have access to, and use the very best new technology that we are
able to provide. The school has an ICT Suite and all classrooms are
equipped with interactive whiteboards. ICT is used to enrich learning
across all areas of the curriculum.
Design Technology
The skills, knowledge and understanding derived from design technology are a positive
and vital part of each pupil’s education. It is our intention to encourage enthusiasm,
fulfilment and enjoyment both for pupils and staff involved in the teaching and
learning of this subject.
History
History is a foundation subject. The pupils study history to find out how people in the
past behaved and interacted. During their studies pupils will be encouraged to develop
their understanding of the lives of people and events in the past and to appreciate
that what we know about the past by studying history is based
upon evidence.
Pupils are taught using a variety of methods depending on the
purpose of the lesson. These may include individual, group or
whole class teaching.
History is to be taught through a topic based approach and
children are encouraged to become active rather than passive
learners.
Geography
Geography provides each child with a sense of their surroundings
and enables them to gain a better appreciation and understanding
of the variety of physical and human conditions on the Earth’s
surface.
Art and Design
Art education provides each child with a wide range of experiences to promote their
sensitivity to all forms of the visual arts from differing cultures and times and to
develop a sense that they themselves are artists.
Music
Music education is designed to maximise each pupils’ sensitivity to, and their
involvement in performing improvising, composing, listening to and appraising music from
a wide range of cultural and historic origins. We promote the enjoyment of listening to
and creating music within each pupil through the stimulating opportunities which are
offered within the school both in terms of classroom and out of school activities.
Physical Education
Physical education experienced in a safe and supportive environment is a
vital and unique contributor to a pupil’s physical, mental, emotional and
moral well being, development and health and to their intellectual growth.
Religious Education
Religious education is a vital part of each pupil’s spiritual, moral, cultural and
social development. It will engage pupils in a wide variety of learning
experiences allowing them to make choices about their faith and
understanding its importance in building their future lives. Religious
education also demonstrates that every individual is respected whatever
their faith and that we are all part of one community and one world with the
responsibilities that it demands.
Personal, Social, Health Education
The school recognises its responsibility for the personal and social development of all
pupils and aims to develop a sense of fairness, respect for others, independence, self
discipline and self respect. This recognition permeates all aspects of school life and
the curriculum. Pupils are given specific opportunities to learn about their own
strengths and weaknesses, human growth and awareness of emotional, psychological and
social development.