Maths
At High Meadow we see all children as mathematicians. We recognise that mathematical fluency and confidence in numeracy are regarded as preconditions of success across the National Curriculum. With this in mind we have a commitment to teaching maths through a ‘Mastery’ approach.
English
Reading is a fundamental part of everything we do at High Meadow with the explicit and systematic teaching of phonics at its core. Children are exposed to high quality texts across the curriculum and reading skills are taught explicitly in all year groups. Writing is taught though a range of exciting stimuli which includes books, film clips, artefacts, visitors, and real life experiences. Storytelling is at the core of how we teach writing.
Science
At High Meadow our children know and apply qualities of a good scientist especially with regards to team work and perseverance. They work scientifically through asking questions, planning investigations, recording, taking accurate measurements and drawing conclusions using appropriate scientific knowledge.
Geography
At High Meadow we use geography to inspire a curiosity and fascination about the world and its people. Children will learn about the different countries of the world, know what is special about them and know how they are similar to and different from each other. Our children will recognise their impact on our local environment and identify opportunities to improve it too.
History
At High Meadow our children know and apply qualities of a good scientist especially with regards to team work and perseverance. They work scientifically through asking questions, planning investigations, recording, taking accurate measurements and drawing conclusions using appropriate scientific knowledge.
Religious Education (RE)
Using the Warwickshire RE agreed syllabus children are taught knowledge and understanding around a range of religious and worldwide views so that they can: describe, explain, analyse and investigate allowing them to appreciate beliefs and practices, recognising the diversity, meanings and values within and between communities.
Relationship and Sex Education (RSE)
All children at High Meadow learn about themselves as developing individuals and members of their community, building on their own experiences through our Jigsaw PSHE scheme of work. Our children have opportunities to show they can take some responsibility for themselves and their environment. They learn about their own and other people’s feelings and become aware of the views, needs and rights of others.
Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)
Our MFL curriculum is designed to progressively develop children’s skills in languages, through regular taught lessons. The children learn Spanish in KS2. Children progressively acquire, use and apply a growing bank of vocabulary organised around topics. All of these approaches help to equip our children with the skills to be confident global citizens.
Music
Our MFL curriculum is designed to progressively develop children’s skills in languages, through regular taught lessons. The children learn Spanish in KS2. Children progressively acquire, use and apply a growing bank of vocabulary organised around topics. All of these approaches help to equip our children with the skills to be confident global citizens.
Computing
Our computing curriculum is designed to equip children with the skills and understanding to live in a technological world, this includes being able to use a variety of computer software and coding programmes. They will engage with professional led workshops where they will have hands-on experience of leading-edge technology. There is a strong emphasis on the importance of Online Safety for all year groups.
