Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to inspire curiousity, creativity and a lifelong love of learning.

Rooted in the national curriculum and enriched by our school’s unique vision and values, we provide a broad, balanced, and coherent learning journey that meets the diverse needs of our community. Through expert teaching and carefully sequenced knowledge, skills, and experiences, we ensure all pupils build strong foundations, make meaningful progress, and develop the confidence to succeed both in school and beyond.

Explore the SAVS Curriculum by Subject

  • English

    Our English curriculum ignites curiosity, builds confident readers and writers, and develops critical thinkers. Through engaging texts, purposeful talk, phonics mastery and progressive grammar, pupils craft clear, creative writing and secure comprehension. Inclusive assessment and rich vocabulary teaching ensure every child makes measurable progress, ready to communicate with confidence and flourish across the wider curriculum and life beyond school.

  • Maths

    Our maths curriculum is bold and ambitious, igniting curiosity and confidence. Using a mastery approach, it moves from concrete to pictorial to abstract, building deep understanding. Pupils tackle challenging problems, reason precisely and communicate clearly, with regular retrieval practice and thoughtful scaffolding that supports mastery.

    See our latest Calculation & Vocabulary Curriculum by clicking here.

  • Wonder Week

    Wonder Weeks incorporate cross-curricular learning in Art and Design, Design and Technology and Music (and more!) They draw on learning across all subjects. Linked to a school trip and whole-school showcase event every half-term for every pupil, Wonder Weeks are a time for the SAVS community to really comes to life.

  • Forest School

    Our Forest School curriculum ignites curiosity and resilience by delivering weekly outdoor sessions that build practical skills, confidence and environmental stewardship. Led by trained Forest School practitioners, children explore woodland habitats, tool use, fire safety and seasonal crafts, developing teamwork, independence and a lifelong respect for nature.

  • Science

    Our bold Science curriculum sparks curiosity and builds practical skills through hands‑on investigations, outdoor learning and real‑world problem solving. Pupils explore biology, chemistry and physics using enquiry, teamwork and clear scientific vocabulary, preparing them to question, experiment and confidently explain the world around them.

  • Humanities

    Our Geography and History curriculum sparks curiosity and builds confident, enquiring minds. Pupils explore local to global places, map skills and human-environment links, while uncovering chronological stories, enquiry skills and diverse perspectives. Hands-on fieldwork, sources and ambitious vocabulary ensure learners think critically, make connections and become informed, courageous citizens.

  • Physical Education

    Our PE curriculum inspires confident, healthy pupils through varied, inclusive physical activity. From fundamental movement and team sports to dance and outdoor education, lessons build skills, resilience and fair play. Progressive assessment ensures every child develops fitness, coordination and leadership, ready for lifelong active living and positive wellbeing.

  • Personal Development

    Our Personal Development Curriculum is not limited to planned sequences and the specific learning intentions that are targeted through additional whole school, class and group activities. Our approach is in the belief that self-regulation, metacognition and mindset are key factors in a person’s ability to enjoy, plan and experience success.

  • Personal, Social, Health and Economic

    Our PSHE curriculum empowers primary pupils with age-appropriate lessons on wellbeing, relationships, safety and citizenship. Through active, inclusive activities and clear values, children build resilience, emotional literacy and respectful behaviours, preparing them to make safe, healthy choices and contribute positively to school and wider community.

  • Religious Education

    Our Religious Education curriculum inspires curiosity, respect and critical thinking. Pupils explore diverse beliefs, traditions and moral questions through age-appropriate enquiry, discussion and reflection. Lessons build knowledge, empathy and British values, encouraging pupils to appreciate difference, make thoughtful choices and engage confidently with the world around them.

  • Homework

    Homework helps primary children consolidate classroom learning, build independent study habits and time management, and deepen understanding through gentle practice. Regular, short tasks strengthen confidence, parental engagement and school–home links while identifying gaps early. When well-planned and age-appropriate, homework supports progress, resilience and a positive attitude to lifelong learning.

  • Languages

    Our French curriculum sparks curiosity and confidence through spoken and cultural learning. Children build vocabulary, pronunciation and conversation skills via songs, games and stories, progressing from simple greetings to short descriptions. Lessons foster curiosity about cultures, promote communication, cultural respect and a lifelong love of language.

Curriculum Maps


Reception

The Nest

Year 1 / 2

The Den

Year 3 / 4

The Meadow & The Hive

Year 5 / 6

The River & The Web