School Development Plan 2023<\/a>","content_two":"","section_width":"full","content_width":"wide","section_title":"","align_title":"text-left","section_spacing":"no-spacing-both","separator":false},{"acf_fc_layout":"content","columns":"1","content_one":"Aim high, dream big\u2026 That\u2019s what we encourage each child to aspire to, by fostering in them the self-belief needed to achieve their goals.<\/p>\r\nWe are aspirational for every individual and our curriculum is engaging, bringing learning to life, incorporating extra-curricular opportunities to enrich children\u2019s cultural capital. We want our children to be resilient young people who have a love for learning, with enquiring minds and a thirst for knowledge. Therefore, we offer them a curriculum which promotes high standards in English and Mathematics but an emphasis on all foundation subjects.\r\n\r\nEvery child is unique and has the right to a curriculum that extends them to discover their true strengths. Pupil voice plays a vital role in our curriculum design. Our pupils understand that their voice is important and contribute to school development. We want our pupils to be active learners in charge of their future.\r\n\r\nAt St Joseph\u2019s, learning is exciting and curriculum coverage is based on the National curriculum and statutory requirements. However, our curriculum is also unique and bespoke to our school. Our school ethos is based on Christian values and Christ\u2019s message of love, forgiveness and respect. We want our children to be aspirational, confident young people, with moral purpose and the confidence to know they can make a positive impact on our world.","content_two":"","section_width":"full","content_width":"wide","section_title":"Intent","align_title":"text-left","section_spacing":"no-spacing-both","separator":false},{"acf_fc_layout":"content","columns":"1","content_one":"
We adopt a thematic approach with an emphasis on cross-curricular links. This enables our children to apply core skills of reading, writing and mathematics, extending their vocabulary, knowledge and understanding, in a range of contexts.<\/p>\r\nWe instil a reflective culture, based on self-evaluation and an appreciation of the next steps to further improve. Children actively drive their learning through collaborative and individual work. They are encouraged to discuss ideas, ask questions and investigate concepts.\r\n\r\nThey have access to learning beyond the classroom and to a range of cultural experiences to support high expectations and future ambitions. Our curriculum is underpinned on a philosophy of \u2018believing and achieving\u2019","content_two":"","section_width":"full","content_width":"wide","section_title":"Implementation","align_title":"text-left","section_spacing":"no-spacing-both","separator":true},{"acf_fc_layout":"content","columns":"1","content_one":"
Every year group follow a thematic approach building in cross-curricular links, whilst ensuring specific subject skills and knowledge are taught. Pupil, staff and parent voice indicates the thematic approach positively engages children.<\/p>\r\nWe believe in the philosophy that \u2018children should be taught how to think, not what to think\u2019 Sessions provide opportunities to embed previous knowledge, address misconceptions, develop new skills and problem solve. Teaching is creative and addresses varying learning styles and needs. Staff promote pupil-initiated learning to support positive outcomes. Using formative and regular assessment, teachers plan innovative lessons offering challenge and support. They empower children to take charge of their learning and drive high standards.\r\n\r\nAt St Joseph\u2019s we understand that all children are different, but the expectation is that each child needs to be given a chance to achieve their potential. We achieve this by ensuring that:\r\n
\r\n \t- Everyone has high expectations and looks beyond barriers<\/li>\r\n \t
- Reading and comprehension skills are a high priority, to enable children to successfully access all curriculum subjects<\/li>\r\n \t
- Phonics is rigorously taught to support reading and writing<\/li>\r\n \t
- Children meet or exceed English and mathematic age-related objectives<\/li>\r\n \t
- Teacher assessment informs strong teaching and learning.<\/li>\r\n \t
- Sessions offer challenge and support where appropriate to meet pupils\u2019 needs<\/li>\r\n \t
- Staff actively involve children in their learning, allowing them time to respond to marking and feedback<\/li>\r\n \t
- Staff listen to pupil voice and empower children to be confident active learners<\/li>\r\n \t
- Subject leaders drive their subject and support teaching and learning so that subject objectives are met and opportunities created to apply English, Mathematic and reasoning skills.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","content_two":"","section_width":"full","content_width":"wide","section_title":"Thematic approach","align_title":"text-left","section_spacing":"no-spacing-both","separator":true},{"acf_fc_layout":"content","columns":"1","content_one":"
Our school is not just a building, but a caring community of people who strive for excellence and nurture young people to be the best they can be.<\/p>\r\nWe believe our children learn best when families are involved and success depends on our school community working closely together to achieve excellent outcomes. Parents are the first teachers of their children. We establish a close home-school partnership, as we highly value the help and support parents give.","content_two":"","section_width":"full","content_width":"wide","section_title":"Parental involvement","align_title":"text-left","section_spacing":"no-spacing-both","separator":true},{"acf_fc_layout":"content","columns":"1","content_one":"
At St Joseph\u2019s, we know that self-evaluation is fundamental to success. Parent, staff and pupil questionnaires contribute towards self-review. We closely monitor and review our curriculum, teaching and learning outcomes.<\/p>\r\nSchool and subject leaders evaluate their areas of responsibility and analyse data to ensure strong outcomes. We know our curriculum is having a positive impact on our children\u2019s learning as our end of year key stage results continuously show.\r\n\r\nOur disadvantaged pupils make strong progress and attainment is good to outstanding. Pupils make excellent progress from their starting points in Nursery and Reception and those joining the school in year make equally strong progress and attainment is good.\r\n\r\nPupil voice indicates that most of our children can confidently articulate their ideas and are secure they know how to improve and seek help if necessary. Parent voice indicates that the majority of parents feel their children are well taught, expectations are high and support is effective. Where there are areas to further develop, senior leaders work with all staff and stakeholders to address these areas. Our children and parents are proud of our school and feel their views are listened to and acted on.\r\n\r\nWe are a strong community guided by a strong moral purpose based on Christ\u2019s teachings. We aim high, dream big and know that our children are our pride and joy and deserve the best.\r\n\r\nDanielle Ashley<\/strong>\r\nHeadteacher","content_two":"","section_width":"full","content_width":"wide","section_title":"Impact","align_title":"text-left","section_spacing":"no-spacing-top","separator":true}],"override_title":""},"yoast_head":"\nCurriculum Vision - St. Joseph\u2019s Federation<\/title>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\n\n