Our Curriculum
Intent
Frizinghall Primary School is committed to enabling its pupils to fulfil their full potential academically, socially and emotionally. The school is committed to providing an education, which combines intrinsically enjoyable experiences with preparation for the challenges of secondary school and the adult world, so pupils will become positive members of the school community and other communities to which they belong.
The Frizinghall Curriculum is a broad, balanced and rich curriculum based on the knowledge to be acquired and underpinned by the SCARF principals, the development of spoken language and the love of reading. It is enhanced by experiences, including visits, activity passports, the use of the edible playground and active learning opportunities.
Implementation
Each year group follows a curriculum map, which provides the context of the learning, links with English, spoken language and the experiences to be covered through each theme.
The substantive and disciplinary knowledge to be acquired each year are set out in long-term plans, ensuring coverage of and progression in National Curriculum subjects, RE and PHSE.
Each theme has a medium-term plan, which is used by teachers to plan and sequence lessons to ensure progression and the deepening of knowledge over time and to meet the need of individuals, classes and cohorts.
We are committed to ensuring that our children develop increasing competence in reading, writing and mathematical skills throughout Key Stages 1 and 2.
Impact
Our goal at Frizinghall Primary School is that when pupils leave us they will have developed self-respect which will help to keep them safe. Their confidence and resilience, along with knowledge and skills learned here will help them to face life’s challenges so that they experience the achievements waiting to happen.
We use a range of strategies to monitor the impact of the curriculum. These include: teacher assessment, moderation, work scrutiny/book sampling, pupil and teacher discussions, data analysis, pupil and parent voice and observations. We will consider progress against the curriculum knowledge for that year, the aims of the curriculum, pupils’ readiness for the next stage of learning and whole school priorities. This information will feed into school self-evaluation, areas for further development and curriculum review.
We are very proud of the curriculum provided at Frizinghall Primary School.
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What Ofsted say...
"Leaders, including governors, are determined that pupils will achieve well. The curriculum is well planned and sequenced. New learning builds carefully on what pupils have been taught before. As a result, pupils remember what they have learned. Leaders have identified the essential knowledge that they want pupils to know in all subjects. They make timely checks on what pupils can remember."
"The curriculum is ambitious for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Leaders have deliberately planned when pupils are introduced to new skills and knowledge."
Ofsted March 2022
What our staff say...
"Our curriculum is built around 4 key drivers; SCARF values, active learning opportunities, experiences and development of spoken language. As a result, all children are able to access and engage with lessons. This includes children who may have English as a additional language, special educational needs or are identified as disadvantaged (Pupil Premium). I am proud to work at Frizinghall Primary School and share the learning journey with all children in our care. Children leave Frizinghall after receiving a rich, broad and balanced curriculum ready for the next part of their educational journey." Mr Ruddock
"One of my favorite themes to teach has been 'Natural Disasters', particularly the science aspect where we explored rocks, fossils, and soils. This theme really engaged pupils, helping them build substantive knowledge about Earth's processes and commit it to long-term memory. It was exciting to see their curiosity grow as they connected science to the real world. As the Design Technology leader, I loved incorporating DT into this theme by teaching pupils how to strengthen, stiffen, and reinforce complex structures. Designing and building earthquake-proof structures was a highlight, as it combined creativity with practical problem-solving. " Mr Flynn
"Teaching 'The wonders of ancient Egypt' is a highlight of the Year 5 curriculum. It is incredible to see pupils’ excitement as they uncover the mysteries of pharaohs, pyramids and hieroglyphs. This theme not only captivates their imagination but also helps them develop disciplinary knowledge by thinking like historians - analysing evidence and asking critical questions about the past. The curriculum ensures that pupils commit key knowledge, like the significance of the River Nile, to their long-term memory, while also helping them see the broader connections between ancient civilisations and the modern world." Mr Sajid
"Using a cross-curriculum theme approach allows our children to know more and remember more. Knowledge learnt in foundation subjects is written about in English ensuring it is committed to long term memory. I particularly enjoy teaching the explorers theme in year 2; the children love learning about space and it's great to see them so engaged. " Miss Johnston
"One of my favourite themes is 'People who are famous in Bradford'. In this theme, children learn about famous Bradfordians from the past and famous Bradfordians who are alive today. We take the train to the World Heritage Site of Saltaire and learn about the life of Sir Titus Salt. We walk around the Victorian model village and look at the houses, school and the stunning listed church. We pretend that we are Victorian children going to school in the morning and working hard in the mill in the afternoon. We think about the similarities and differences between our lives today and those of the Victorianchildren living in Saltaire. When we go into Salts Mill, we visit the museum on the top floor and look at artefacts that belonged to the Salt family. We then have a highlight of the day, visiting the 1853 Gallery and seeing the works of David Hockney, the Bradford born artist still alive today. We admirehis beautiful drawings and paintings and talk about the colours and the pictures we like best. When
we return to school, we find out more about the life of David Hockney and feel inspired create our own artwork in the style of David Hockney using paint and oil pastels. For many children, it is their first visit to a museum or art gallery and children often tell their parents about their wonderful day and revisit with their families." Mrs Haigh
"I love teaching the Romans topic in Year 4. It’s amazing to see pupils connect history and geography, from understanding Roman innovations to mapping their empire. The curriculum is designed to help pupils build knowledge step-by-step, committing key ideas to memory while showing how the past shapes the world today." Mrs Nawaz
"I enjoy teaching the Ancient Greeks theme because it encompasses such an important part of history and it offers a wide breadth of learning and experiences to our children. The exciting history of ancient Greece provides our children with a unique opportunity to delve into a rich and meaningful environment where history, as well as other subjects, is at the centre of the learning. " Mr Castro
"In our 'Games Designer Theme', we have the opportunity to develop both scientific and design technology skills. The children immerse themselves in learning about circuits and then apply this knowledge to designing and making their own buzz wire games." Mr Stafford
"I love teaching maths. I am enthusiastic about it and this engages pupils so they also
enjoy learning maths. We enjoy the new learning and challenges in maths and the
pupils are developing the resilience to tackle these challenges." Mrs Darr
"Out of all of the themes we teach in year 6, my favourite has to be the Islamic Civilisation because of the contributions this civilisation made. We teach this at the end of year 6 and last year, my class loved making comparisons to the Anglo Saxons. They also loved making Islamic inspired clay tiles and I did too!" Mrs Young
"My favourite theme to teach is ‘What do we do in winter? I like teaching this because it includes lots really exciting and practical learning which the children enjoy. The children learn about the seasons and carry out an investigation about ice in science and in DT they design and make their very own snowman glove! One of my favourite parts of this theme are the rehearsals and performances for the Christmas play. This is a fantastic opportunity for the children to work together to produce something that they are really proud of. I love hearing the children’s singing skills improve and I
enjoy watching their confidence increase. This then means that they are then able to put on a great performance which is enjoyed by everyone!" Mrs Ritz
"I enjoy teaching phonics because it lays the foundation for reading and writing. Watching students connect sounds to letters boosts their confidence and sparks a love for learning." Miss Zafar
"At frizinghall Primary School, I am truly inspired by how well the curriculum is designed, helping our children build strong skills while keeping learning fun and interesting. Art in particular is a passion of mine. It’s a way for children to express their creativity, explore new ideas and see the world through a different lens, all while building skills that last a lifetime. It’s incredibly rewarding to watch children discover their artistic skills and build confidence through their work." Miss Mahmood
