Sonning CofE Primary School Prospectus

8 BU I LD I NG STRONG FOUNDAT I ONS FOR THE YEARS AHEAD CURRICULUM At Sonning Church of England Primary School we provide a broad and balanced curriculumwhich follows the National Curriculum guidance. We aim to develop an intellectually, socially and emotionally mature child, who has an enjoyment of learning. There is continuous, formal pupil assessment to monitor bespoke provision and progress to ensure that each child’s full potential is achieved. Parents are encouraged to assist and work in partnership with the staff and children at our school. Sonning CE Primary School – Learning this way... ENGLISH Teaching children to love language and to develop skills to communicate effectively is at the heart of our English teaching. Children are given opportunities to read for pleasure and to develop skills to understand a wide range of challenging texts. They are taught to write for different audiences and purposes and express themselves creatively. MATHEMATICS We take a mastery approach to maths, aiming for children not only to be numerate but to be able to solve problems and understand links between different areas of the subject. SCIENCE Enquiry and investigation is at the heart of all our learning in science. Children develop a range of skills to answer questions about living things and the world around them. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION As a church school, learning about and from different faiths is key. We do this by asking the children to answer big questions, developing their understanding of themselves and others. COMPUTING Children are taught a range of skills to think creatively, solve problems in a digital environment as well as using technology safely to enhance their understanding and presentation of other subjects. Consistently in the nation's top ten percent of achieving schools 7255 - Sonning School Prospectus 2021_12pp_A4_AW.indd 8 27/01/2021 16:44