Other Subjects

Please click on the subjects below for an outline of the curriculum in each subject.

Science

Science education provides the foundations for understanding the world through the specific disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics. Science has changed our lives and is vital to the world’s future prosperity, and all pupils are taught essential aspects of the knowledge, methods, processes and uses of science. Through building up a body of key foundational knowledge and concepts, pupils are encouraged to recognise the power of rational explanation and develop a sense of excitement and curiosity about natural phenomena. They are encouraged to understand how science can be used to explain what is occurring, predict how things will behave, and analyse causes.

Geography

History

Physical Education

Design Technology

Design Technology is an inspiring, rigorous and practical subject. Using creativity and imagination, pupils design and make products that solve real and relevant problems within a variety of contexts, considering their own and others needs, wants and values.

They acquire a broad range of subject knowledge and draw on disciplines such as mathematics, science, engineering, computing and art. Pupils learn how to take risks, becoming resourceful, innovative, enterprising and capable citizens. Through the evaluation of past and present design and technology, they develop a critical understanding of its impact on daily life and the wider world.

High-quality design and technology education makes an essential contribution to the creativity, culture, wealth and well-being of the nation.

RE

The aims of the RE syllabus are for pupils:

to develop religious literacy;
to acquire and develop knowledge and understanding of Christianity and the other principal religions and world views represented in the United Kingdom;
to develop an understanding of the influence of the beliefs, values and traditions on individuals, communities, societies and cultures;
to develop attitudes of respect towards other people who hold views and beliefs different from their own;
to develop the ability to make reasoned and informed judgements about religious issues, with reference to the principal religions and world views represented locally and in the United Kingdom.

Religions deal with some of the most profound and difficult questions in human life, questions such as:

What is the purpose of life?
How should people treat each other?
How do we explain and cope with death and suffering?

Religions approach these issues in complex ways, in ways of life, culture and action, as well as ritual, tradition, story, symbol and belief. Religious Education must take account of this depth and complexity, helping pupils to an understanding appropriate to their age and aptitude. To do this RE needs:

to develop pupils' skills;
to enable them to ask questions;
to discover information, to approach new material with empathy; •
to reflect on their learning.

Pupils should not only acquire knowledge but also be able to use their knowledge to understand their world, build community, and develop their personal position. Throughout the RE curriculum pupils should be encouraged to explore religions, engage with their knowledge, and reflect on their learning and their lives.

We follow the local SACRE Agreed Syllabus.

https://www.peterborough.gov.uk/asset-library/imported-assets/AgreedReligiousEducationSyllabus2018-2023.pdf

Please ask in school for more details, or check for updates to this page.

PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education)

We follow the Cambridgeshire PSHE Scheme of work.

https://www.pshecambridgeshire.org.uk/website/primary_personal_development_programme_1/235618

We are busy getting our scheme in a format to share on our website. Please ask in school for more details, or check for updates to this page.
For information on Relationship Education and Health Education at Gladstone Primary Academy please click here.

Computing

A high-quality computing education equips pupils to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world. Computing has deep links with mathematics, science, and design and technology, and provides insights into both natural and artificial systems. The core of computing is computer science, in which pupils are taught the principles of information and computation, how digital systems work, and how to put this knowledge to use through programming. Building on this knowledge and understanding, pupils are equipped to use information technology to create programs, systems and a range of content. Computing also ensures that pupils become digitally literate – able to use, and express themselves and develop their ideas through, information and communication technology – at a level suitable for the future workplace and as active participants in a digital world.

We follow the NCCE (National Centre for Computing Education) scheme of work.
Details can be found here -

Year 1 and Year 2
Key Stage 1 (teachcomputing.org)

Year 3 to Year 6
Key Stage 2 (teachcomputing.org)

Please ask in school for more details.