The Hambrough Curriculum
At Hambrough, our curriculum is shaped by our Rights Respecting Gold Award ethos and our commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. We want every child to feel valued, inspired and well prepared for the future.
Our curriculum helps children to become confident readers, writers and mathematicians, with strong foundations in science and the wider curriculum. Learning is carefully planned to ensure children build knowledge and skills over time, preparing them for the next stages of their education and life beyond school.
Subjects are taught through a broad and engaging thematic approach, allowing children to make meaningful connections between what they learn. We place great importance on developing a rich vocabulary, strong communication skills and a love of learning across all subjects.
Our curriculum includes:
- Discrete teaching of English, Mathematics, RE, PE and PSHE, with links made between subjects where appropriate
- A thematic approach to Science, History, Geography, Computing, Art and Design Technology
- Specialist teaching in Spanish and Music
- Enrichment opportunities such as gardening, cooking, residential visits and a termly programme of extra-curricular clubs
How We Teach
Spoken language, reading, writing and vocabulary sit at the heart of everything we do. High-quality books and texts are used to engage children, encourage curiosity and help them express their ideas confidently. Through stories and non-fiction texts, children learn about different lives, cultures and perspectives, helping them to understand the world around them.
Learning is designed to be deep, meaningful and memorable. Topics are driven by big questions that encourage children to think, ask questions and make links across subjects. This approach helps children to retain their learning and apply it in different contexts.
Our curriculum is carefully sequenced so that learning builds year on year. Children do not just learn facts; they develop the skills and understanding needed to think and work like readers, writers, mathematicians, scientists and historians.
Personal Development
Personal, Social, Health and Economic education (PSHE), including British Values and spiritual, moral, social and cultural development, runs through all areas of the curriculum. Children learn about relationships, wellbeing, fairness and respect, as well as local, national and global issues.
We offer a wide range of enrichment opportunities and extra-curricular activities to support children’s personal development. These experiences help children to develop:
- their interests and talents
- confidence and character
- physical and mental wellbeing
- a strong sense of citizenship