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Our Learning Wheel

Knowledge versus skills? The debate goes on and on – but we believe that it isn't a choice between one or the other.  

Our Learning Wheel places the pupil at its core, is holistic and integrates the key areas of knowledge and understanding with thinking skills and learning characteristics.

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    Outer circle

    We prepare young people to blaze a trail in whatever field they choose. They leave us equipped with a breadth of skills, ready to become responsible global citizens.

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    Learning Segment

    We group our subjects together into six curriculum areas. We teach subjects in an integrated way, because the future belongs to those who can think way beyond narrow subject boundaries.

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    Learning to think

    Education is not just about imparting knowledge. It’s about teaching young people how to think for themselves: critically, creatively and collaboratively.

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    Developing Character

    Fostering a secure bedrock of self-esteem and a sure moral compass is essential preparation for a future in a complex world.

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    Our Learners

    Our schools are small enough to ensure that each learner is known. By placing our learners at the centre of our approach, we create an education that allows individuality to flourish.

Our approach 

We work closely with parents, sharing each child’s experiences to build a complete picture of his or her skills and to see how, together, we can help them progress.

  • Thematic learning

    We break down rigid boundaries between subjects, because learning isn’t all about set lessons.

  • Thinking skills

    Here, it's all about learning to learn, as we lay the foundations for a life-long love of learning.

  • Learning through play

    In the Early Years, play opens up endless learning opportunities.

  • Digital learning

    We embrace new technology, focusing on how it can convey concepts and enhance learning.

@DameBradburys

  • We have a times table champion in 3B. The first person to get 100% in the class. 144 out of 144 in under ten minutes! Quite an achievement! Well done! @SPFSchools https://t.co/Tp5TzWJQDH
  • Y6 were out on two wheels learning key skills about road safety and being bike wise in traffic - did you see them on your travels? #Bikeability https://t.co/hDwyCUa7Jv
  • Year 5 visited the Duxford Imperial War Museum (IWM). The purpose of the visit was to gain a greater insight into various forms of transport. The children used their enquiry skills to ask questions and thought critically about the purpose of different vehicles. #iwmduxford https://t.co/Y1t2zo37z8
  • Player House Charity Day: Craft and construction activities raising funds for East Anglia Air Ambulance https://t.co/5dSPhISyWV
  • Player House Charity Day: Having lots of fun raising money for East Anglia Air Ambulance. https://t.co/JzxKBoA38r https://t.co/0ol1hxFe34
  • What better way to start the day than sharing a new book with your friends or reading quietly? 3B are having a chilled 10 minutes before starting our busy schedule of lessons! @SPFSchools https://t.co/w4hqoU55DE

"Pupils achieve at a high level and make excellent progress ... They develop an enjoyment for learning ... pupils feel motivated and enthusiastic."

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