Category: curriculum intent

Learning and development 

The importance of learning and development. Children develop and learn different rates.  Adults sensitively engage children in ‘teachable learning moments’ (planning in the moment)  First-hand experiences create a sense of ‘awe and wonder’   Progression of skills underpinned by a strong understanding of child development.  Pupil progress monitored and interventions identified to close gaps and provide …

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Enabling Environments 

Children learn and develop well in enabling environments with teaching and support from adults, who respond to individual interests and needs and help them to build learning over time. Children benefit from a strong partnership between practitioners and parents and/or carers. Rich environment where both outdoor and indoor learning is equally valued.  Workshop style learning …

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Positive relationships 

Children learn to be strong and independent through positive relationships.  A sense of belonging for all children, families and staff in our ‘Tenterfield Family’.  Shared ethos and core values; ‘Family, Nurturing, Aspirational, Inclusive’.   Family style approach to learning with mixed age-groups, including sibling groups, learning together and from one another in one environment.   Key person fosters a …

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Unique Child

Every child is a unique child, who is constantly learning and can be resilient, capable, confident, and self-assured.  Individual transition tailored to the needs of each child.  All children are treated as individuals and adults build relationships with children and use their observations to understand and assess development.  All children are listened to and adults …

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