Curriculum Statement: The Federation of Riders Infant and Junior Schools
Our Vision
At The Federation of Riders Infant and Junior Schools, we believe that every child is a valued member of our learning community. Rooted in the values of Community, Opportunity, and Achieve, our curriculum is designed to nurture compassionate citizens, ignite curiosity, and empower every learner to reach their full potential.
Intent
Our curriculum is driven by a clear and ambitious intent:
- Community: To foster a deep sense of belonging, respect, and responsibility. We aim to develop pupils who are active participants in their school, local, and global communities.
- Opportunity: To provide a rich, inclusive, and broad curriculum that opens doors to new experiences, ideas, and aspirations. We ensure every child has access to high-quality learning, regardless of background or starting point.
- Achieve: To cultivate a culture of high expectations and personal excellence. We aim for all pupils to make strong progress and leave our schools as confident, resilient, and successful learners.
Our curriculum is carefully sequenced to build knowledge, skills, and understanding over time, ensuring coherence and progression from Early Years through to Year 6.
Implementation
We bring our curriculum to life through:
- A Knowledge-Rich Approach: Each subject is underpinned by carefully selected core knowledge and key concepts. We use a spiral curriculum model to revisit and deepen learning over time.
- Inclusive and Adaptive Teaching: Our teachers use evidence-informed strategies to meet the needs of all learners, including those with SEND and EAL. Scaffolding, challenge, and targeted support ensure equity in access and outcomes.
- Enrichment and Real-World Learning: We provide meaningful opportunities beyond the classroom—educational visits, outdoor learning, community projects, and partnerships with local organisations—to enhance cultural capital and contextualise learning.
- Character and Values Education: Through PSHE, assemblies, and our wider curriculum, we explicitly teach and model the values of empathy, integrity, and perseverance, preparing pupils for life in modern Britain.
- Pupil Voice and Leadership: Children are empowered to shape their learning and school life through school councils, eco teams, and peer mentoring, promoting agency and responsibility.
Impact
We measure the success of our curriculum through:
- Academic Achievement: Pupils make strong progress across all subjects, achieving well in national assessments and developing a secure foundation for secondary education.
- Personal Development: Pupils demonstrate confidence, curiosity, and compassion. They are articulate, reflective, and respectful individuals who contribute positively to their communities.
- Lifelong Learning Skills: Pupils leave our schools with the skills to think critically, solve problems, collaborate effectively, and adapt to new challenges.
- Equity and Inclusion: Gaps in attainment and opportunity are narrowed. All children, regardless of background, are supported to thrive and succeed.
We regularly review and refine our curriculum through robust monitoring, pupil feedback, and collaboration with families and stakeholders, ensuring it remains dynamic, relevant, and impactful.
In Summary
At The Federation of Riders Infant and Junior Schools, our curriculum is more than a pathway to academic success—it is a journey of discovery, growth, and empowerment. Through a shared commitment to Community, Opportunity, and Achieve, we prepare our children not just for the next stage of education, but for life.
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