Warren Road Primary School

Our curriculum aims to ensure that:

The curriculum is broad and balanced with clear purpose and intent
The development of knowledge and skills is progressive and enables all children to fulfil their potential
Teachers model high-expectations in teaching and learning
Teaching is engaging and accessible to all children
Work is demanding and challenges all
Reading and reasoning lie at the heart of the curriculum
Assessment is used in order to identify need, plan learning, assess understanding and address misconceptions
Work produced across the curriculum is of a consistently high standard
The curriculum introduces the children to the best that has been thought and said, helping them to engender an appreciation of human creativity and achievement

At Warren Road, we are proud of our broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum. Our vision: ‘Excellence for All’ is one where academic success is highly prized alongside the children’s personal, social and emotional development and all-round achievement. We aim to provide a wide-ranging education of the highest quality that leaves children very well-prepared for both secondary school and life in Modern Britain.

The curriculum has been designed to provide meaningful and purposeful experiences, enabling all children to acquire key knowledge and skills as well as developing positive attitudes and a real passion for learning. To this end, the highest quality teaching is fundamental with a close working partnership between home and school.

Timetables have been designed so that they incorporate individual subjects as well as enrichment opportunities and other extra-curricular experiences. Educational visits, specialist teaching and instruction, and full use of the excellent resources and facilities form an essential part of this provision.

Art Curriculum Overview

Our aim is that all children:

- Maintain and stimulate lasting pupil curiosity, interest and enjoyment in the Arts.
- Become familiar with a body of knowledge, principles, skills, techniques and vocabulary related to the Arts subjects.
- Are exposed to a wide range of creative experiences and resources.
- Work independently and as part of a team in varied activities so that the Arts also contribute to the development of core skills such as ICT, reading, writing, speaking and mathematics.
- Have equal access to the Arts, irrespective of their gender, ethnic origin, academic attainment etc.
- Are aware of the implications of the Arts (past and present) for the individual, local, national and international communities.
- Develop informed opinions and are able to support these through reasonable arguments, free from prejudicial intolerance.
- Foster and encourage a lasting enjoyment and appreciation of the Arts from a variety of cultures and traditions.
Art, craft and design embody some of the highest forms of human creativity. At Warren Road, we aim to give children an understanding of how art has shaped our history and contributed to the culture, creativity and wealth of our nation. We recognise that every child has creative potential, and it is our responsibility to nurture, encourage and inspire this from an early age so that pupils develop confidence in expressing their own ideas and creativity.

We provide an excellent, high-quality art and design education that meets the expectations of the National Curriculum. Our lessons inspire and challenge pupils, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to experiment, create and develop their capacity for critical thinking and problem-solving. Six skill areas are monitored for progression as children move through the school: drawing, colour, texture/collage, form (3D and 2D), printing and pattern.

We are committed to ensuring that art is ambitious and accessible for all pupils, including those with SEND. Teachers identify potential barriers to learning and make thoughtful adaptations to resources, equipment, teaching approaches and levels of support so that every child can participate fully in the art curriculum. High expectations are maintained for all pupils, with appropriate adaptations and scaffolding enabling children to develop their artistic knowledge and skills, express their creativity with increasing independence and experience success.

Alongside this, children continually use technology for creative projects, including photography and editing software, and are taught that art can be created in a multitude of ways. Children learn from significant artists from the past as well as being introduced to a diverse range of male and female contemporary artists from around the world.

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Design and Technology Curriculum Overview

Our aim is that all children:

Draw upon their innate creativity and imagination to design and make products that solve real and relevant problems within a variety of contexts.
Consider their own and others’ needs, wants and values in terms of design and manufacture.
Build and apply a repertoire of knowledge, understanding and skills in order to design and make high-quality prototypes and products for a wide range of users.
Acquire a broad range of subject knowledge and draw on disciplines such as mathematics, science, engineering, computing and art.
Develop a critical understanding of its impact on daily life and the wider world.
Understand and apply the principles of nutrition and learn how to cook.

At Warren Road Primary School, we believe Design and Technology is an inspiring and practical subject that encourages children to use their creativity and imagination to solve real-world problems or meet specific needs.

Our curriculum enables pupils to design, make and evaluate products for a purpose and a user, helping them develop as innovative thinkers and confident problem-solvers. Through hands-on experiences, children learn to take risks, work collaboratively and become resilient learners who can adapt and improve their ideas.

We are committed to ensuring that Design and Technology is ambitious and accessible for all pupils, including those with SEND. Teachers identify potential barriers to learning and make thoughtful adaptations to resources, equipment, teaching approaches and levels of support so that every child can participate meaningfully in the full Design and Technology curriculum. High expectations are maintained for all, with adaptations designed to enable pupils to develop independence, demonstrate their knowledge and skills in different ways and experience success as designers and makers.

Our curriculum is carefully sequenced from Early Years to Year 6, ensuring that knowledge and skills build progressively over time. Children revisit key concepts and apply their learning in increasingly challenging contexts.

Design and Technology is taught through engaging projects that follow an iterative process of designing, making and evaluating. Within each Key Stage, we study the following topics:

Textiles
Structures
Mechanisms
Food and nutrition
Electrical systems (KS2)
Computer-aided design (KS2)

In addition, researching the work of influential designers, engineers, architects and chefs is woven into the Key Stage 2 curriculum so that children recognise the importance of design and technology in shaping the world around them.

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English Curriculum Overview

Our aim is that all children:

Are excited and motivated to read, write, speak and express themselves confidently.
Experience a rich, engaging and imaginative English curriculum.
Are exposed to a wide range of high-quality literature, including stories, poetry and non-fiction.
Build and internalise a rich bank of texts, language and vocabulary that they can draw upon when speaking and writing.
Develop strong foundations in phonics, spelling and handwriting, enabling transcription to become increasingly fluent and automatic.
Learn how to construct, rehearse and manipulate sentences, developing an increasingly sophisticated understanding of grammar and how it shapes meaning.
Develop their spoken language and oracy, learning to articulate ideas, listen actively, discuss, explain and communicate effectively for different audiences and purposes.
Write confidently and increasingly independently for a range of purposes, audiences and contexts.
Learn through high-quality modelling, shared and guided practice before applying their knowledge and skills independently.
Receive precise teaching, feedback and support that enables them to develop as confident, fluent readers, writers and communicators.

English at Warren Road

At Warren Road, our aim is for all children to love English and become confident readers, writers and communicators. We provide a rich and ambitious English curriculum in which reading, writing and spoken language are closely connected.

Talk for Writing and Talk for Reading are embedded across the school as cumulative and systematic approaches to the teaching of English. Warren Road is an accredited Talk for Writing and Talk for Reading school, recognising the strength and consistency of our practice in both areas.

Our expertise is also shared beyond Warren Road. We welcome teachers and leaders from other schools to observe practice, work alongside our staff and develop their own provision, contributing to the development of high-quality English teaching across the wider educational community.

Reading: Creating Curious Readers

At Warren Road, we want every child to become a curious, confident, critical and thoughtful reader who reads with understanding and develops a lifelong love of literature.

We follow Talk for Reading as our whole-school approach to developing reading comprehension. It forms part of our wider approach to reading, alongside learning to read accurately and fluently and developing a strong culture of reading for pleasure. Talk for Reading focuses particularly on learning to comprehend, enabling pupils to engage deeply with increasingly complex texts, think critically about what they read, make connections, ask questions and develop their own interpretations.

High-quality literature is at the heart of our reading curriculum. Through our carefully considered literature spine, pupils encounter a rich range of stories, picture books, novels, poetry and non-fiction. As they progress through Warren Road, children build an increasingly rich bank of texts, language, knowledge and vocabulary.

Vocabulary and background knowledge are taught deliberately and systematically, recognising the important role they play in comprehension. Pupils are encouraged to discuss texts, articulate their thinking, justify their responses and listen and respond to the ideas of others. In doing so, reading also provides an important context for developing pupils' oracy.

Alongside explicit reading instruction, we place great importance on developing a strong reading culture. Children are encouraged to read widely and frequently, encounter authors and texts they may not otherwise discover, talk enthusiastically about books and develop their own identities and preferences as readers.

Writing: Developing Confident and Fluent Writers

Talk for Writing teaches children how to be writers, not simply how to produce a piece of writing. Pupils develop a rich repertoire of language, structures and techniques that they can draw upon when generating and communicating their own ideas.

Writing is taught progressively, with careful attention given to its essential foundations. From the earliest stages, pupils are explicitly taught handwriting and spelling so that transcription becomes increasingly fluent and automatic. This reduces the demands placed on working memory and enables pupils to devote greater attention to generating, organising and refining their ideas.

Sentence construction is taught explicitly and progressively, with pupils learning to compose, rehearse and manipulate sentences before applying these skills independently. Grammar is taught in meaningful contexts and applied directly to pupils' writing so that children understand how grammatical choices can shape meaning and effect.

As pupils develop, they learn to make increasingly deliberate choices as writers. Purpose and audience underpin our writing curriculum and pupils learn to adapt vocabulary, grammar, structure and form to communicate effectively across a range of contexts. High-quality modelling makes the thinking behind writing visible, while regular opportunities to practise, revisit and apply previously taught knowledge support pupils in becoming increasingly fluent and independent writers.

Oracy: Developing Language and Ideas

Spoken language is fundamental to our English curriculum and underpins children's development as readers and writers. We explicitly provide opportunities for pupils to develop the vocabulary, confidence and skills needed to communicate effectively.

Through Talk for Writing, Talk for Reading and the wider curriculum, pupils learn to listen actively, articulate ideas, explain their thinking, ask and answer questions, build upon the contributions of others and adapt their spoken language for different audiences and purposes.

Oral composition is particularly important in the development of writing. Children learn to compose and rehearse words, sentences and ideas aloud before writing, enabling the quality of their language and thinking to develop even when transcription skills are still emerging.

As pupils progress through the school, purposeful discussion, debate, explanation, presentation and performance enable them to become increasingly confident, articulate and thoughtful communicators.

Excellence for All

We are committed to ensuring that every pupil becomes a successful reader, writer and communicator, including pupils with SEND and those who may face barriers to learning.

Teachers identify gaps and potential barriers early and respond through precise teaching, additional practice and thoughtful adaptations while maintaining ambitious expectations. Adaptations may include additional oral rehearsal, explicit vocabulary teaching, carefully scaffolded sentence construction, targeted reading support, additional modelling, adapted recording methods or technology and opportunities for repeated practice.

Our focus is on securing the essential foundations of reading, spelling, handwriting, sentence construction and spoken language, enabling every child to participate meaningfully in the full English curriculum and develop increasing fluency, confidence and independence.

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EYFS Curriculum Overview

Our EYFS Intent

At Warren Road Primary School, our Early Years curriculum is ambitious, inclusive and designed to give every child the best possible start to their education. We aim to develop confident, curious and independent learners who are well prepared for future success in school and beyond. Our curriculum builds upon children's starting points, interests and experiences, ensuring that all children develop the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Our curriculum is underpinned by strong relationships, high expectations and a belief that children learn best when they feel safe, valued and motivated. We place communication and language at the centre of learning and are committed to providing rich experiences that broaden horizons, develop cultural capital and foster a lifelong love of learning.

Through our carefully sequenced curriculum, we intend for children to:

Feel safe, secure, valued and supported through strong relationships.
Learn through a balance of purposeful play, exploration and adult-led teaching.
Build on their prior knowledge, experiences and interests.
Develop strong communication, language and vocabulary skills across all areas of learning.
Become fluent early readers through high-quality phonics teaching and a love of books.
Build secure mathematical understanding and confidence.
Revisit, practise and apply their learning to deepen understanding and strengthen retention.
Develop resilience, independence and positive learning behaviours.
Be curious, creative, inquisitive and motivated learners who are willing to take risks in their learning.
Understand and appreciate the world around them and recognise their role within it.
Receive appropriate support and challenge so that every child can make progress and achieve their potential.
Leave Reception as confident, capable learners who are ready for the challenges of Key Stage 1.

Implementation

Our curriculum is delivered through a balance of high-quality adult-led teaching, purposeful play, first-hand experiences and carefully planned continuous provision. Learning is sequenced across the year to ensure that knowledge and skills build progressively while remaining responsive to children's interests and needs.

Communication and language underpin all areas of learning. Staff model ambitious vocabulary, engage children in high-quality conversations and use skilled questioning to deepen understanding. Reading is central to our curriculum, supported through daily story sessions, Talk for Reading, Talk for Writing and daily Monster Phonics lessons.

Our mathematics curriculum develops a deep understanding of number through practical experiences, mathematical talk, investigation and problem solving. Children progressively build their understanding of number, pattern, shape and measure throughout the Reception year.

The indoor and outdoor environments are planned as complementary learning spaces that promote independence, creativity, physical development and exploration. Children benefit from Forest School experiences, educational visits, visitors, celebrations and enrichment opportunities that broaden their understanding of the world and strengthen cultural capital.

Impact

The impact of our curriculum is reflected in children who are happy, engaged and motivated learners. Children demonstrate confidence, independence and resilience and are able to communicate their ideas effectively with others. They show curiosity about the world around them and actively participate in their learning.

As children move through Reception, they develop secure foundations in reading, writing and mathematics, alongside strong personal, social and emotional skills. Assessment is ongoing and informs teaching, enabling staff to identify next steps, provide support where needed and ensure all children make strong progress from their starting points.

By the end of Reception, children are well prepared for the next stage of their education. They have acquired the knowledge, skills and learning behaviours needed to succeed in Year 1 and beyond. They leave the Early Years as confident, capable and enthusiastic learners with a strong sense of belonging and a readiness to embrace future challenges.

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Geography Curriculum Overview

Our aim is that all children:

Have contextual knowledge of globally significant places and their geographical characteristics and processes.
Understand the physical and human processes that shape our planet.
Ask geographical questions and investigate the world through enquiry and fieldwork.
Interpret geographical sources, including maps, diagrams, globes, photographs and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Develop the knowledge and skills to think like geographers and become informed, responsible and environmentally conscious global citizens.

At Warren Road, we inspire children to be curious about the world and the people within it. Our enquiry-led geography curriculum develops knowledge of diverse places, people, resources and environments, alongside the geographical skills needed to investigate and make sense of the world.

Through carefully planned enquiries, pupils learn to ask questions, explore places, gather and interpret evidence and draw conclusions. Our curriculum is sequenced from Early Years to Year 6, enabling pupils to build progressively on their knowledge, vocabulary and geographical skills. They revisit key concepts, make connections and apply their learning in increasingly complex contexts.

We are committed to making geography ambitious and accessible for all pupils, including those with SEND. Teachers adapt resources, teaching approaches and recording methods where needed so that all children can participate meaningfully, develop their geographical knowledge and skills and work towards high expectations.

We value fieldwork and provide many opportunities to explore locally and further afield. Through first-hand experiences, pupils apply their knowledge, collect and interpret data and develop the practical and analytical skills needed to investigate the world as geographers. They also learn to use maps, atlases, globes and GIS to explore places, interpret evidence and communicate their understanding.

Our curriculum equips children with the knowledge, skills and understanding to make sense of the world and become informed, responsible and environmentally conscious global citizens.

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History Curriculum Overview

Our aim is that all children:

Know and understand the history of Britain, how people's lives have shaped it and how Britain has influenced and been influenced by the wider world.
Develop knowledge and understanding of significant people, events and periods in world history, building a secure sense of chronology.
Understand and apply key historical concepts, including continuity and change, cause and consequence, similarity, difference and significance.
Develop historical enquiry skills by investigating sources, evaluating evidence and considering different interpretations of the past.
Make meaningful connections between historical periods and understand how the past has shaped the world we live in today.

At Warren Road, we aim to provide an ambitious, engaging and enquiry-led History curriculum that inspires curiosity about the past. Through carefully sequenced learning, children develop secure historical knowledge, vocabulary and chronological understanding, enabling them to make meaningful connections between the people, events and periods they study.

Historical enquiry is central to our approach. Children are encouraged to ask questions, investigate sources and artefacts, consider different perspectives and use evidence to form informed judgements. Key historical concepts are revisited throughout the curriculum, allowing pupils to deepen their understanding and develop their skills as historians.

We are committed to ensuring that history is ambitious and accessible for all pupils, including those with SEND. Appropriate adaptations and opportunities to demonstrate understanding in different ways enable all children to participate, build confidence and achieve success while maintaining high expectations.

London is an extension of our history classroom. Our purposeful programme of enrichment draws upon the capital’s wealth of museums, galleries, historic sites and collections. Opportunities to encounter primary sources - artefacts and significant places are carefully linked to classroom learning, bringing history to life and deepening pupils’ knowledge and school value of curiosity.

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ICT and Computing Curriculum Overview

Our aim is that all children:

Understand and apply the fundamental principles and concepts of computer science, including abstraction, logic, algorithms and data representation.
Develop computational thinking and problem-solving skills through practical experiences of designing, writing and debugging computer programs.
Evaluate and apply information technology, including new and unfamiliar technologies, to solve problems and support learning.
Become responsible, competent, confident, safe and creative users of information and communication technology.

At Warren Road, we aim to provide an ambitious and engaging computing curriculum that equips children with the knowledge, skills and creativity needed to thrive in an increasingly digital world. Our curriculum develops children's understanding of computer science, information technology and digital literacy, enabling them to use technology confidently, responsibly and effectively.

Our computing curriculum is carefully sequenced, allowing children to build upon their knowledge and skills as they progress through the school. Through practical experiences, pupils develop computational thinking, problem-solving skills and creativity. Opportunities to apply technology across the wider curriculum enable children to explore ideas, communicate effectively and enhance their learning.

Online safety is an integral part of our curriculum. We teach children to recognise risks, make informed decisions and develop responsible digital behaviours, preparing them to navigate the online world safely and confidently.

We are committed to ensuring that computing is ambitious and accessible for all pupils, including those with SEND. Appropriate adaptations, resources and support enable all children to participate fully, develop their digital skills and experience success while maintaining high expectations for all.

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Languages Curriculum Overview

Our aim is that all children:

Develop an interest in learning languages and a positive attitude towards other languages and cultures.
Develop confidence and competence in speaking, listening, reading and writing in French.
Acquire and apply a growing knowledge of French vocabulary, phonics and grammar to communicate effectively.
Recognise similarities and differences between languages and develop an understanding and appreciation of different cultures.
Build the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to continue learning languages at secondary school and beyond.

At Warren Road, we aim to provide an engaging and enjoyable French curriculum that inspires curiosity about languages and cultures. Through a range of practical and interactive experiences, children develop the confidence to communicate in French while gaining an appreciation of the wider world.

Our French curriculum is carefully sequenced, enabling children to build upon their knowledge of vocabulary, phonics and grammar as they progress through Key Stage 2. Through songs, stories, games and conversations, pupils develop their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, gradually progressing from individual words and phrases to constructing sentences with increasing independence.

We are committed to ensuring that French is ambitious and accessible for all pupils, including those with SEND. Appropriate adaptations, scaffolding and resources enable all children to participate, develop their language skills and experience success while maintaining high expectations for all.

We aim to foster a lasting enthusiasm for language learning, encouraging children to explore cultural differences, make connections between languages and develop the foundations needed for further language learning.

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Mathematics Curriculum Overview

Our aim is that all children:

Become fluent in the fundamentals of mathematics, developing secure conceptual understanding and the ability to recall and apply mathematical knowledge accurately and efficiently.
Develop confidence in selecting and using appropriate mental and written methods to calculate efficiently and accurately.
Reason mathematically by following lines of enquiry, identifying relationships and using mathematical vocabulary to explain, justify and challenge their thinking.
Solve a range of increasingly complex problems, applying their mathematical knowledge in familiar and unfamiliar contexts, including real-life situations.
Develop a positive attitude towards mathematics, approaching challenges with curiosity, confidence, independence and resilience.

At Warren Road, we aim to provide an ambitious, engaging and inclusive mathematics curriculum that enables all children to develop a secure understanding of mathematical concepts and the confidence to apply their knowledge. We believe that every child can succeed in mathematics and are committed to fostering enjoyment, curiosity and a positive attitude towards the subject.

Our curriculum is carefully sequenced, enabling children to build upon prior learning and develop increasingly sophisticated mathematical understanding. Through the use of concrete resources, pictorial representations and abstract methods, pupils develop a deep understanding of mathematical concepts. Fluency, reasoning and problem-solving are embedded throughout our teaching, alongside a strong emphasis on mental arithmetic, number facts and multiplication tables.

Challenge is central to our approach, with high expectations for every pupil. Through a mastery approach, children are encouraged to think deeply, make connections, explain their reasoning and apply their knowledge in increasingly complex situations. Carefully planned opportunities for challenge and greater depth ensure that all pupils are supported to extend their understanding, develop mathematical confidence and become independent problem-solvers.

We are committed to ensuring that mathematics is ambitious and accessible for all pupils, including those with SEND. A comprehensive programme of pre-teaching, targeted interventions and opportunities to revisit and consolidate learning supports children in securing essential mathematical knowledge and addressing gaps in understanding. Appropriate adaptations, scaffolding and timely support enable pupils to access ambitious learning alongside their peers, while maintaining high expectations and ensuring that all children are challenged appropriately.

We encourage children to make connections between mathematical concepts and apply their knowledge across the wider curriculum and in real-life contexts. Through purposeful challenges, mathematical discussion and opportunities to explain and justify their thinking, pupils develop the independence, resilience and confidence needed to become successful mathematicians.

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Music Curriculum Overview

Our aim is that all children:

Develop a love and appreciation of music through listening to, performing and exploring a wide range of musical styles, genres and traditions.
Develop musical knowledge and skills through singing, playing instruments, composing, improvising and using musical notation.
Learn to play a range of musical instruments, including recorders from Year 3, and develop confidence in performing individually and as part of a group.
Develop their creativity, listening skills and musical understanding through exploring, evaluating and composing music.
Experience a range of musical opportunities, including concerts, choirs, orchestras, workshops and performances within the school and wider community.
Develop confidence, teamwork and self-expression through shared musical experiences and opportunities to perform for different audiences.

At Warren Road, we aim to provide an ambitious, engaging and inclusive music curriculum that inspires children to develop a lifelong enjoyment and appreciation of music. Through singing, listening, composing and performing, pupils develop their musical knowledge, creativity and confidence while exploring music from different cultures, traditions and historical periods.

Our curriculum is carefully sequenced, enabling children to build upon their musical knowledge and skills as they progress through the school. Pupils develop their understanding of rhythm, pitch, notation and composition through practical experiences, including singing and playing tuned and untuned instruments. Opportunities to listen to and appraise a wide range of music encourage children to develop their musical vocabulary and express informed opinions.

We are committed to ensuring that music is ambitious and accessible for all pupils, including those with SEND. Appropriate adaptations, resources and support enable every child to participate meaningfully in musical activities, express themselves creatively and experience success. We recognise that children engage with music in different ways and provide opportunities for all pupils to develop their musical skills and confidence, while maintaining high expectations and the appropriate level of challenge.

Music is further enriched through a wide range of opportunities beyond the classroom, including instrumental lessons, choir, Glee Club, orchestra, concerts and community performances. Participation in local musical events and workshops provides children with valuable experiences, fostering collaboration, confidence and a sense of achievement. Through these opportunities, we aim to nurture musical talent and inspire a lasting enthusiasm for music.

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Phonics Curriculum Overview

At Warren Road, we believe that high-quality phonics teaching provides the essential foundations for children to become confident, fluent and enthusiastic readers. Our aim is to ensure that every child develops the skills needed to read independently, access the wider curriculum and develop a lifelong love of reading.

We use Monster Phonics, a Department for Education-validated systematic synthetic phonics programme, across Reception and Key Stage 1. This engaging, multisensory approach uses colour-coded graphemes, memorable characters, stories and actions to help children recognise sounds, understand spelling patterns and apply their knowledge when reading and writing.

Our carefully sequenced approach ensures consistency across classes, supported by high-quality staff training, regular assessment and well-established teaching routines. Children are given frequent opportunities to practise and apply their phonics knowledge, enabling them to develop accuracy, fluency and confidence.

Inclusion is central to our approach. We recognise that children learn at different rates and adapt teaching to meet individual needs, including those of pupils with SEND. Through targeted 'keep-up' interventions, additional scaffolding and multisensory resources, we identify and address gaps promptly, ensuring that all children are supported to achieve success.

Alongside phonics, we provide a rich range of high-quality books and reading experiences to develop vocabulary, comprehension and a genuine love of reading. We also work closely with parents and carers to support children's reading development at home.

Physical Education Curriculum Overview

Our aim is that all children:

Develop physical competence, confidence and a broad range of skills through high-quality PE.
Understand the importance of physical activity in maintaining a healthy, active lifestyle and positive wellbeing.
Experience a broad and balanced curriculum, including gymnastics, dance, games, athletics, swimming and outdoor adventurous activities.
Develop teamwork, communication, leadership and resilience through cooperation and competition.
Demonstrate fairness, respect and good sportsmanship, celebrating their own achievements and those of others.
Discover their individual strengths, interests and enjoyment of different physical activities.
Have equal opportunities to participate, achieve and experience success, regardless of their starting points or individual needs.
Develop positive attitudes towards physical activity that encourage lifelong participation in sport and exercise.

At Warren Road, we aim to establish a positive and inclusive sporting culture in which all children are inspired to participate, develop their skills and lead healthy, active lives. Through a broad, ambitious and carefully sequenced PE curriculum, we provide high-quality teaching that develops pupils' physical competence, confidence and understanding of the importance of exercise and wellbeing.

Our curriculum provides opportunities for children to develop their physical skills alongside important personal qualities, including teamwork, resilience, leadership and respect. We value both participation and competition, encouraging children to challenge themselves, celebrate achievements and demonstrate fairness and good sportsmanship.

Inclusion is central to our approach. We are committed to ensuring that every child, including pupils with SEND and physical disabilities, can access and enjoy meaningful physical activity. Through adapted teaching, appropriate equipment and carefully planned opportunities, we remove barriers to participation, provide suitable challenge and enable all pupils to develop confidence, independence and experience success.

We believe that PE plays a vital role in children's wider development. By promoting enjoyment, achievement and positive attitudes towards physical activity, we aim to equip every child with the skills, confidence and motivation to remain active throughout their lives.

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PSHE Curriculum Overview

Our aim is that all children:

Develop the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to lead healthy, safe and fulfilling lives.
Recognise and manage emotions, develop resilience and understand how to support their own mental health and wellbeing.
Build positive, respectful relationships, demonstrating kindness, empathy and respect for others.
Understand how to keep themselves safe, both online and offline, recognise risks and know when and how to seek help.
Develop an understanding of physical health, healthy lifestyles and the changes associated with growing up.
Respect and celebrate diversity, recognising the importance of equality, inclusion and individual differences.
Become confident, independent and responsible individuals who make informed decisions.
Understand their rights and responsibilities and develop an appreciation of British Values, democracy and their role within the wider community.

At Warren Road, we aim to provide a high-quality, inclusive PSHE education that equips children with the knowledge, skills and confidence to navigate the opportunities and challenges of everyday life. Our curriculum promotes physical and mental wellbeing, positive relationships, personal safety and responsible decision-making, preparing pupils for life in modern Britain.

Our carefully sequenced spiral curriculum is organised around three core themes: Relationships, Health and Wellbeing and Living in the Wider World. Through weekly sessions, discussion, practical activities and wider school experiences, children revisit and deepen their understanding as they progress through the school. Our curriculum incorporates statutory Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE), alongside the promotion of British Values and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH).

Inclusion is central to our approach. We recognise that children bring different experiences, backgrounds and individual needs to their learning. Through sensitive, age-appropriate teaching, adapted resources and supportive learning environments, we ensure that all pupils, including those with SEND, can access the curriculum, feel valued and develop the knowledge and confidence to keep themselves safe and healthy.

Our PSHE provision extends beyond the classroom through assemblies, enrichment opportunities, visitors and whole-school initiatives. We aim to nurture compassionate, resilient and responsible individuals who respect others, embrace differences and are equipped to make a positive contribution to society.

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Religious Education Curriculum Overview

Our aim is that all children:

Develop secure knowledge and understanding of the principal religions and non-religious worldviews represented in Britain and the wider world.
Explore the beliefs, practices, traditions and values of different religions, recognising both similarities and differences.
Develop respect, tolerance and sensitivity towards others, valuing diversity and recognising the importance of different beliefs and perspectives.
Ask thoughtful questions about life, meaning, purpose, morality and what it means to be human.
Develop critical thinking and enquiry skills, enabling them to interpret, analyse and evaluate religious and philosophical ideas.
Reflect on their own beliefs, values and experiences while developing an understanding of the perspectives of others.
Recognise the influence of religion and belief on individuals, communities, cultures and society.

At Warren Road, we aim to provide a high-quality, engaging and inclusive Religious Education that develops pupils' knowledge and understanding of different religions and worldviews. Our curriculum encourages curiosity, respect and thoughtful reflection, preparing children to live positively alongside others in a diverse and multicultural society.

Following the Bromley Agreed Syllabus, our carefully sequenced curriculum enables pupils to build their knowledge of religious and non-religious worldviews progressively. Through an enquiry-based approach, children explore significant beliefs, practices and traditions, consider important philosophical and ethical questions and develop the skills to discuss, interpret and evaluate different perspectives.

Inclusion is central to our approach. We recognise and respect the diverse religious, cultural and non-religious backgrounds of our school community. Through sensitive teaching, adapted resources and meaningful opportunities for discussion, we ensure that all pupils, including those with SEND, can access the curriculum, share their perspectives and develop a sense of belonging and mutual respect.

Religious Education contributes significantly to pupils' spiritual, moral, social and cultural development. Through thoughtful enquiry and reflection, we aim to nurture knowledgeable, open-minded and respectful individuals who appreciate diversity, challenge stereotypes and understand the importance of living harmoniously alongside others.

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Science Curriculum Overview

Our aim is that all children:

Develop secure scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding across biology, chemistry and physics, building progressively on prior learning.
Develop curiosity, enthusiasm and a sense of wonder about the natural world, asking questions and seeking explanations for scientific phenomena.
Work scientifically by observing, questioning, predicting, investigating, measuring, recording and drawing evidence-based conclusions.
Experience practical, hands-on science that encourages exploration, discovery and the application of knowledge in real-life contexts.
Develop confidence in using accurate scientific vocabulary to explain ideas, communicate findings and justify conclusions.
Recognise the contributions of scientists, past and present, and understand the importance of science in everyday life and the wider world.
Develop independence, resilience and critical thinking through scientific enquiry, problem-solving and appropriate challenge.
Recognise that science is accessible to everyone, developing the confidence and ambition to pursue their own scientific interests.

At Warren Road, we aim to provide a high-quality, ambitious and engaging Science education that inspires curiosity and develops children's understanding of the world around them. Our carefully sequenced curriculum builds secure scientific knowledge and understanding, with a particular emphasis on practical investigation and developing the skills needed to work scientifically.

Our curriculum is rooted in the belief that science should be real, practical and challenging for all learners. Through hands-on investigations, outdoor learning, scientific enquiry and opportunities to explore real-world applications, children are encouraged to question, predict, investigate and draw conclusions. We place importance on developing accurate scientific vocabulary and enabling pupils to explain their thinking using evidence.

Inclusion is central to our approach. We believe that every child can achieve success in science, regardless of their starting point or individual needs. Through adapted teaching, practical resources, appropriate scaffolding and opportunities for greater challenge, we ensure that all pupils, including those with SEND, can access ambitious scientific learning, participate meaningfully in investigations and demonstrate their understanding in different ways.

We enrich our curriculum through outdoor learning, wider scientific experiences and opportunities to learn about inspirational scientists from diverse backgrounds. By developing children's scientific knowledge, enquiry skills and science capital, we aim to nurture confident, curious and ambitious learners who are well-prepared for secondary education and beyond.

Sustainability Curriculum Overview

Our aim is that all children experience learning linked with the following areas:

School Grounds and Growing – Outdoor learning is integral to every year group and children experience this within a variety of lessons
Biodiversity – Children learn about environmental science and how to improve the biodiversity of the school
Energy, water and recycling – Saving energy and focussing on renewable sources is key. This filters through topics and assemblies throughout the year. Children actively look for ways that they can lessen their footprint on this world
Global Citizenship – We have partnerships around the world from China to Italy – children receive visitors from afar or make new friends with email projects
Smart Travel – It is vital that children take the opportunity to lead a healthy, active life and this can also have a positive impact on the air we breathe. Our Junior Travel Ambassadors help lead the way with this

One of the key aims at Warren Road is to make sure that children have an appreciation of the environment around them. We are a school committed to sustainability, evident in our status as a Green Flag School and as WWF Green Ambassadors. As a result, Sustainability is woven throughout every subject and found within classroom ethos. It is also clearly visible around the school grounds, where children help to improve the biodiversity and participate in outdoor learning in a range of subjects. With this ethos, we aim to inspire creative minds and foster enthusiasm for discovery.

Our mission is for all children to leave Warren Road understanding the world around them and also the impact they have on it, however large or small.

Click here to view the Curriculum Overview

Click here to view our Climate Action Plan