At Matthew Arnold Primary School, we are committed to providing an ambitious, high-quality education that empowers every child to achieve success and realise their full potential. Guided by our motto, “Developing True Potential,” we believe that each child is unique, and we strive to offer learning experiences to meet their individual needs, interests, and strengths, giving them a firm foundation in any area they wish to pursue further in the future.

Our curriculum offers a broad and balanced approach, ensuring that children are well-prepared for both present and future opportunities and challenges. We provide a structured, progressive curriculum across all National Curriculum subjects, fostering the development of essential knowledge, skills, and understanding as children progress through the year groups and key stages. We set high expectations for all subjects, with a particular focus on reading, writing and maths, ensuring children not only master these core skills but also utilise them to excel in all areas of learning.

Our curriculum is designed to be both stimulating and challenging, nurturing curiosity and encouraging children to become independent, active learners. Through creativity, collaboration, and taking ownership of their learning, we want our children to feel empowered, celebrating their achievements and personal growth.

Great importance is placed on identifying opportunities in the taught curriculum, considering contextual issues, for children to learn about how to stay safe and how the children can develop themselves personally.

Learning at Matthew Arnold Primary School is enriched and enhanced through real-world experiences, including fieldwork, educational visits, and guest speakers. These experiences help to connect learning to the world beyond the classroom, making it relevant and engaging.

Our approach supports children in becoming well-rounded individuals, with a deepened understanding of the world around them, while fostering a love of learning that lasts a lifetime.

If you have any questions about the school curriculum, please visit our individual subject pages below or contact the school directly.