Curriculum

• English

  English

  At Handcross, we just love reading and writing!

  During the school day, children may read in small groups or 1-to-1 with an adult, with a peer, as a whole class or even as a whole key-stage during one of our "author assemblies". They may listen to audio CDs of favourite books and enjoy 'story time' with their teacher. Whatever the reading activity, we place a strong emphasis on high quality 'book talk' whereby all children are able to discuss and unpick carefully chosen, high quality texts. We expose children to a wide range of texts, styles and genres, including stories, non-fiction and poetry and both classic and contemporary texts. We believe that, at all levels, good quality reading is invaluable for good quality writing;

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• Maths

  Maths

  We aim to provide a stimulating and exciting learning experience for children in mathematics and are developing our mastery approach to teaching mathematics. We are also pleased to be part of the Sussex Maths Hub 'Mastery Readiness' programme which is aiding us in our development towards teaching for mastery;

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• PE

  Physical education

  Our school believes that physical education and activity, experienced in a safe and supportive environment, is a vital contributor to a pupil's physical and mental development and well-being.

  The school provides all pupils with the full entitlement of two hours high quality Physical Education a week and is aiming to increase this to three hours through the provision of a broad range of after school physical activities.

  All pupils in the school have equality of opportunity in terms of curriculum balance, curriculum time, use of resources, use of facilities and access to extra-curricular activities;

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• French

  French

  We have a specialist French teacher, Vanessa Samandi, who comes from Warden Park Secondary Academy twice a week to teach the children French in the junior school. The children benefit hugely from her expertise and secondary schools are always very impressed by the high standards of French speaking from Handcross Primary School children;

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• Computing

  Computing

  Computers and technology are now part of everyday life. We believe that an understanding of computer science and technology is essential to understanding the world in which we live.

  At Handcross technology is at the core of everything we do. We are fortunate enough to have enough IPad's for every child in KS2 and enough for one between two in KS1. We use these in all areas of the curriculum to help our pupils to make progress;

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• Forest School

  Forest School

  Forest School places an emphasis on outdoor, child-led learning, enabling children to expand their knowledge of themselves, others and the environment by taking part in hands-on activities in a safe, natural setting;

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• Science

  Science

  At Handcross Primary, we aim to provide an engaging science curriculum which builds upon children's natural curiosity and develops essential skills such as perseverance, questioning, open-mindedness, critical thinking and co-operation. We offer children first-hand experiences of the world around them through making the most of the outdoor environments in school and within our locality;

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• Learning for Life (PSHE & RSHE)

  Learning for LIfe (PSHE & RSHE)

  At Handcross Primary School we believe that teaching personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education is vital in providing a broad and balanced curriculum. A good quality PSHE education provides children with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to manage their lives, now and in the future. These skills and attributes help children to stay healthy, safe and prepares them for opportunities, responsibilities and experiences in later life;

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• Foundation Subjects

  Foundation Subjects

  At Handcross Primary School, we are proud of our broad and balanced curriculum. Art, design and technology, history and geography are taught in immersive blocks and, where possible, meaningful links are made across the subjects;

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• Safeguarding

  Safeguarding

  Handcross Primary is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for children, staff and visitors and promoting a climate where children and adults will feel confident about sharing any concerns.

  We aim to safeguard and promote the welfare of children by protecting them from maltreatment; preventing impairment of children's health or development; ensuring that children grow up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care; and taking action to enable all children to have the best outcomes;

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School's Results - 2023