Our Curriculum – Primary

At our Bennerley Site, we support students in Primary through to Key Stage 3 who have either been permanently excluded or are at risk of permanent exclusion from mainstream education. Our focus is to positively re-engage pupils in preparation for the next stage of their educational journey, whether that be reintegration to mainstream, transition to an appropriately identified setting to meet their needs or where appropriate transition between our own sites and key stages.

Two Distinct Pathways to Success
Our Primary provision at Esteem Valley Academy is designed to meet the diverse needs of our students through two carefully crafted pathways: Exploration and Discovery.


Exploration Pathway:


This pathway follows a traditional primary model, offering academic mornings focused on core subjects, including phonics, aligned with the national curriculum. Students engage in a thematic, broad curriculum encompassing English, Maths, Art, Science, Humanities, PHSE, and Sport. Afternoons are dedicated to Personal Development through our REO curriculum, emphasizing social skills and resilience. Students can access the full-time program or attend for morning or afternoon sessions as dual-registered students.




    

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    Intent: To enhance academic skills and build core social skills, fostering behavioural regulation and academic progress.
    

    

    

    

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    • Thematically organized curriculum promoting transferable skills across various subjects.
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    • Targeted reading intervention to support age-related expectations.
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      Social and personal development sessions.
      

      

      

      

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  • Impact: Successful reintegration into mainstream education or specialized settings, development of behavioural regulation mechanisms, and academic achievement.
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Discovery Pathway:


This pathway is specifically designed for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). It incorporates elements of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) alongside guided play, creating a nurturing environment that prepares students for the classroom. We support the development of communication and social development, alongside a modified academic approach tailored to individual needs.


    

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    Intent: To provide a supportive and developmentally appropriate environment that addresses the unique needs of SEND students, focusing on communication, social development, and classroom readiness.
    

    

    

    

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    • Integration of EYFS principles and guided play to foster engagement and development.
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      Support the development of communication and social skills.
      

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    • Modified academic lessons, that meet the individual needs of the student.
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      A strong focus on preparing the student for the transition into a more formal classroom environment.
      

      

      

      

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  • Impact: Enhanced communication and social skills, increased confidence and readiness for classroom learning, and successful transitions to appropriate educational settings.
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Overall Impact (Both Pathways):


Regardless of the pathway, Esteem Valley Academy strives to equip students with the tools they need to succeed. Our goal is to empower them to regulate their behaviour, communicate positively, develop relationships, and achieve academic success, ultimately facilitating their smooth transition to the most appropriate educational setting.








    
			
    
			
    
				
				
				
				
			
    
				
    
				
				
				
				
				
    
				
				
				
				
				
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    If you require any additional information regarding the curriculum, please do no hesitate to contact the school office.
    
			
    
			
    
				
				
				
				
			
    
				
    
				
				
				
				
				
    
				
				
				
				
				
    ‘A Culture of Success’