English national curriculum primary school

1. What is the national curriculum primary school?
2. What curriculum do primary schools follow?
3. What does the national curriculum say about English?
4. What is the Key Stage 1 curriculum?

What is the national curriculum primary school?

The national curriculum is a set of subjects and standards used by primary and secondary schools so children learn the same things. ... Academies must teach a broad and balanced curriculum including English, maths and science. They must also teach religious education.

What curriculum do primary schools follow?

Which Subjects are Taught in Primary Schools? The National Curriculum requires children to be taught the following subjects: English, maths, science, history, geography, art & design, music, design & technology, physical education (including swimming) and computing.

What does the national curriculum say about English?

The overarching aim for English in the national curriculum is to promote high standards of language and literacy by equipping pupils with a strong command of the spoken and written language, and to develop their love of literature through widespread reading for enjoyment.

What is the Key Stage 1 curriculum?

Key Stage 1 is a part of the National Curriculum. It covers children between the ages of 5 and 7 in Years 1 and 2, and sets out which subjects have to be taught. It also determines how children should be tested. Take a look at our brief video below where Alison will talk you through Key Stage 1.