The journey of education at Parklands Primary is encapsulated in our guiding words: Nurture – Grow – Succeed.

These words embody our approach to fostering a holistic and fulfilling learning experience for all the children in our community.

Nurture: we believe that every student is a unique seed of potential. Through personalised attention, care, and support, we nurture their innate talents, building a strong foundation for their academic, emotional, and social growth.

Grow: just as a seed transforms into a thriving plant, we facilitate a journey of continuous growth. Our diverse and dynamic curriculum encourages students to explore various subjects, develop skills, and broaden their horizons. We provide an environment that nurtures intellectual curiosity and empowers them to flourish.

Succeed: the ultimate goal of education is to prepare students for a successful life. Success is not just academic achievement; it’s about character, resilience, and the ability to contribute positively to society. Through comprehensive learning experiences, we equip our students with the tools they need to thrive in a complex world.

At Parklands Primary, we recognize that a broad and creative curriculum is the bridge between information and inspiration. A curriculum that transcends traditional boundaries allows students to discover their passions and talents. By exploring a range of subjects from arts to sciences, students develop a holistic understanding of the world, fostering an appreciation for diverse perspectives.

‘Nurture – Grow – Succeed’ is our philosophy that guides every aspect of our school. It reflects our commitment to fostering an environment where students are nurtured, where growth is celebrated, and where success is a shared journey.

Education empowers individuals to harness their potential, enhancing their capacity to contribute meaningfully to their communities. It isn’t merely about acquiring facts; it’s about cultivating skills that enable us to navigate challenges, embrace opportunities, and evolve as well-rounded individuals.

At Parklands Primary, we ensure that each child’s unique journey is one of discovery, accomplishment, and fulfilment, preparing them to become confident, compassionate, and successful individuals.

Parklands New Curriculum

INTENT – the instructional design of our Long Term Plans and Learning Sequences ensure we anticipate and plan for the needs of all our learners, as they move through a learning experience step by step. Sequencing the learning properly provides a smooth, incrementally progressive learning journey, where each small step allows the learner to be successful in a continuous way.

IMPLEMENTATION – through lesson observations and book scrutiny, we make sure the National Curriculum, as well as our Parklands Vision, is implemented to the highest standard. In doing this we ensure that all our children have equal opportunities to succeed and develop into confident learners. We also strive to continuously develop our professional teaching practice through CPD – we believe in keeping the skills and knowledge of our teachers up to date, to ensure they can deliver high-quality teaching and impact positively on all pupil outcomes.

IMPACT – through pupil interviews, asking questions from subject Knowledge Organisers, we can monitor children’s opinions, thoughts and assess their understanding in a subject or area of learning. Evaluating the pupil’s answers to questions is our way of identifying areas of strength and areas for development within the children’s subject knowledge and also within the subject itself. Information gathered filters into our Assessment Grids.