Curriculum at Bradfield Dungworth
'Curriculum should help children make deeper and fuller understanding of their own exeprience' - Lilian Katz
Our Vision at Bradfield Dungworth
About our Curriculum
Our Intent: A Rich, Inspiring Education for Every Child
At Bradfield Dungworth Primary School, we are proud to provide a knowledge-rich, broad and balanced curriculum that meets the needs of our unique community and inspires every child to succeed.
We place a passion for learning at the heart of our curriculum, nurturing curiosity, independence and a lifelong love of discovery. Through carefully planned learning experiences, children are motivated to explore, question and engage deeply with their learning. Our curriculum ensures clear progression in knowledge and skills across all subjects and year groups, enabling children to build securely on what they already know, make meaningful connections and remember more over time.
Our ambition goes beyond academic success. We are committed to developing the whole child, nurturing confidence, creativity, resilience and independence. We celebrate achievements both in the classroom and through the arts, sport and wider enrichment, helping children discover their talents and passions.
We want our children to leave us as curious learners, thoughtful individuals and responsible citizens, equipped with a strong understanding of the world and their place within it.
High Expectations and Achievement for All
We have high expectations for every child. We strive to ensure that:
- All pupils achieve at or above national standards, with many exceeding them
- Every child makes strong personal progress, regardless of starting point
- Teaching is consistently high quality across all subjects
- Learning meets a wide range of needs, abilities and learning styles
We also invest in strong subject leadership, ensuring clear oversight of curriculum quality, progression and outcomes.
An Inclusive and Values-Driven Curriculum
We are committed to providing an education that is:
- Inclusive and equitable
- Respectful of diversity
- Free from discrimination, bullying and harassment
Our curriculum reflects the diversity of modern Britain and promotes respect, tolerance and understanding of others, regardless of background, ethnicity, gender, ability or belief.
Curriculum Design: Knowledge, Connections and Purpose
Our curriculum is carefully designed to ensure children:
- Build deep and secure subject knowledge
- Understand how learning connects across subjects
- Develop creativity, independence and problem-solving skills
- Recognise the purpose and relevance of their learning
Learning is structured within a coherent and progressive framework, enabling children to revisit and deepen their understanding over time.
Our projects are:
- Knowledge-rich and ambitious
- Linked to real world contexts and meaningful outcomes
- Designed to engage children with important issues and big ideas
Through this approach, children develop confidence and a sense that they can make a difference in the world.
