Long Term Curriculum Topic Plans
A ‘Topic’ Approach – Science, Geography, History, Art, Design/Technology, Music
At Kilham CE Primary, we have decided to interpret the new National Curriculum in such a way as to maintain a ‘topic’ approach throughout school. Our topic plans are based upon the National Curriculum Programme of Study for Key Stages 1 and 2, which can be accessed by clicking here. We believe that linking subjects together under a common theme gives learning in the classroom a context and motivates children. Therefore, Science, Geography and History content is divided into a cycle of ‘topics’. Wherever possible, English activities link to the topic. Our topics are planned on a 2-year cycle due to the ‘mixed year-groups’ nature of our class structure. This ‘Long Term Plan’ for Key Stages 1 and 2 is available on the school website. There is also a ‘Long Term Plan’ of topics for EYFS.
Each term, each class teacher will provide an overview of coverage in each subject by completing a termly ‘medium term topic plan’ which outlines which programmes of study have been covered, especially in ‘linked’ subjects such as art, DT, etc.
Throughout 2014-15, each class teacher is being encouraged to highlight coverage on a ‘Curriculum Map’ to identify any gaps in coverage in any subject over the course of the year. Plans will then be adapted as necessary.
Please click here to see the long term plan of topics for Foundation Stage
Please click here to see the long term plan of topics for Key Stage 1 (Years 1 & 2)
Please click here to see the long term plan of topics for Key Stage 2
