Curriculum
Curriculum Overview
At Field Junior, we follow the National Curriculum and offer a broad, balanced and challenging curriculum, focused on maximising progress and developing potential in every child. Lessons are taught using a combination of whole class teaching, group work and individual work. By utilising a creative approach to our curriculum we aspire to foster a love …
Foundation Subjects
Whole School Curriculum Intent At Field Junior School, we intend for all our pupils, irrespective of SEND, cultural or ethnic background, disadvantaged or vulnerable etc to be able to access a broad and balanced curriculum. We strive to develop the skills, knowledge and learning attitudes of our pupils so that they may become the best …
Mathematics
Intent At Field Junior School, we recognise the importance of maths as a core subject. Maths links to many other disciplines and is essential to everyday life, including being necessary for financial literacy. Our goal is to ensure that every child leaving Field Junior School has a solid grounding in maths. Our maths curriculum …
English
English Intent and Implementation Speaking and Listening Intent: The ability to clearly express oneself through the spoken word and to listen carefully to others, is an essential skill throughout a child’s education and beyond in the wider world. At Field Junior school, we believe these are key skills for pupils to learn and that they …
SEND
Inclusion All Hertfordshire maintained schools have a similar approach to meeting the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND). They are supported by the Local Authority to ensure that all pupils, regardless of their specific needs, make the best possible progress in school. Schools aim to be inclusive, with the needs of …
Wellbeing
Family Wellbeing During this time we will continue to update resources and support that is available to support family wellbeing. This page will have resources/support/strategies available to parents and children. Do not suffer in silence during this time as there is plenty of support still available if you are struggling with your own or your …
Enrichment
‘Leaders have developed an appropriately balanced, engaging curriculum, which is broadened by a wide range of enrichment opportunities, including trips, visitors to the school, clubs and other activities.’ Ofsted November 2017 Overview Throughout the year, we plan various school trips, immersion days, special assemblies and organise visitors into school to go beyond the curriculum and …
British Values
The DfE have recently reinforced the need “to create and enforce a clear and rigorous expectation on all schools to promote the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs.” Field Junior School supports this expectation through its work and ethos …