Our curriculum is based on a SPARK – to ignite the fire of life-long learning. In this section of the website, examples of SPARK in action will be shared to celebrate some of the work taking place in school to show our stimulating, purposeful, aspirational, relevant and knowledge-based curriculum.
SPARK in Action
🔬 Science Week 2025
At the start of Autumn Term (2), the children took part in Science Week, focusing on working scientifically within the areas of learning they are currently studying. From exploring their senses 👃👀👂 to investigating electricity and light 💡⚡, the children asked thoughtful questions, planned investigations, and carried out fair tests.
Throughout the week, they also enjoyed engaging workshops 🧪 led by volunteers and attended assemblies 🎓 to learn more about influential scientists and what being a scientist involves.
To conclude our Science Week, we held a special assembly 🏁 for our Whole School Challenge! The children tested rubber band–powered cars and balloon-powered cars 🎈🚗 to see which would travel the furthest. It was fantastic to see their creativity, teamwork, and hard work in action.
The children showed wonderful enthusiasm and curiosity throughout all the activities, and we hope they thoroughly enjoyed this year’s Science Week experience!
Celebrating Kindness, Equality and Sharing at Our School
During Autumn Term (2) our whole school has been exploring the theme “Kindness, Equality and Sharing – The Teachings of Guru Nanak.” Through stories, discussion, creativity and reflection, pupils from EYFS to Year 6 have taken part in a special RE focus designed to deepen their understanding of Sikh beliefs and values.
Across the week, children learned about Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, and why his teachings continue to inspire millions of people today. Each phase focused on an age-appropriate concept — from recognising special and kind people in F2, to thinking about how Guru Nanak’s messages can help us make the world fairer in Year 6. Lessons linked directly to our SACRE strands, encouraging pupils to learn about religion, learn from religion, and express their ideas creatively.
Our KS1 assembly introduced children to the story of young Nanak and the “true bargain,” helping them think about how simple acts of kindness can make a big difference.
In KS2, pupils explored how Guru Nanak’s message of equality is still relevant today, reflecting on fairness, inclusion and the importance of treating everyone with respect.