Curriculum

Intent of our curriculum

At Park Road Sale Primary School, we aim to provide an engaging, inclusive, broad and balanced curriculum, which is tailored to all of our pupils and their needs. Our curriculum inspires, enthuses and challenges children so they are able to pursue their own interests and acquire the necessary knowledge and skills which equip them for now and in the future.

At Park Road, our intention is to develop, within our children, the skills of collaboration, independence, creativity, curiosity, responsibility, resilience and respect for the opinions and beliefs of others. Our curriculum extends opportunity, raises aspiration, opens children’s eyes to the world beyond their immediate environment and enables our children to live happy, healthy and productive lives.

Embedded throughout our curriculum are our school values of excellence, passion and enthusiasm, caring and working together which help to guide and support our children during their time at Park Road.

Teachers have high aspirations for all children to achieve, regardless of differences in ability, social background, culture, race, gender or disability and this is reflected in fun, engaging learning experiences and our wider school life.

The school promotes creative, technological, sporting and outdoor learning opportunities together with academic achievement so that all children leave Park Road having found success, confidence and a love of learning.

Cultural Capital Intent Statement

At Park Road, we ignite curiosity and inspire a love of learning through memorable experiences and exciting challenges, which prepare our children for an ever changing world. We want all of our children to be well-rounded, educated citizens, and so we strive to provide them with opportunities beyond the classroom. As a pupil at Park Road, you will;

  • Develop your vocabulary so that you can understand everything you are learning.
  • Take part, organise and share learning with parents through exhibitions of your work.
  • See learning come to life through a wide range of educational and cultural visits.
  • Listen to and appreciate a variety of musical genres through performances in school and visits to musical concerts.
  • Learn to play different musical instruments and perform as part of a group or class.
  • Visit places of worship and explore different religions.
  • Learn about different artists and visit art galleries.
  • Have the opportunity to play different sports and represent the school at competition level.
  • Have opportunities to be able to explore and learn from the local community.
  • Take part in outdoor learning – developing a love of learning about the outdoors and nature whilst building personal capabilities
  • Meet people who can widen your understanding of the world.
  • Experience different cultures and festivals from around the world.
  • Take part in competitions and excel in different areas of the curriculum.
  • Experience setting up your own business and making a profit in an Enterprise project.
  • Go on a residential trip and experience adventurous and extreme activities in the countryside which develop independence, confidence and resilience.
  • Work together to raise awareness of, and money for, a number of local, national and international charities.