The National Curriculum - Key Stage 1
Physical Education
All classes in Key Stage One have three timetabled sessions of Physical Education weekly incorporating aspects of gymnastics, games and dance. Our commitment to at least two hours of quality PE weekly has gained the school national recognition in the award of ‘Activemark’ and local recognition in the award of the ‘School Sports Partnership Gold Award.’
Not only is full use made of the hall and outdoor areas around the school building, but children also have opportunities to access Endcliffe Park and the sports facilities of High Storrs School and, on occasion, the Institute of Sport and Don Valley stadiums.
Religious Education
Religious education based upon the ‘Sheffield Agreed Syllabus’ is provided to children throughout school. The development of moral values and appreciation for the multi-cultural nature of our diverse community are essential features of the Religious Education curriculum at Hunter’s Bar Infant School. Indeed a variety of festivals are celebrated during the year which reflects the multi-faith school community that exists here at Hunter’s Bar Infant School.
The daily act of collective worship is broadly Christian in nature and held in whole school or class assembly times. Parents wishing to exercise their right to withdraw their child from assemblies or from religious education should inform the Headteacher of their wishes in order that alternative arrangements can be made.
Personal, Social, Health Education and Citizenship
At the core of the school curriculum is the personal development and well-being of each child.
The national SEAL programme (Social and Emotional Aspects of Learning) is integral to the Personal,Social and Health Education (PSHE) curriculum. SEAL involves work on a different theme each half term. The themes are: New Beginnings, Getting On and Falling Out, Say NO to Bullying, Going for Goals, Good to Be Me, Relationships and Changes. Each theme begins with a whole school assembly and is then developed into other aspects of school life.
Each class has a weekly, timetabled Circle Time during which children are supported in the development of their friendships, their relationships with others and the importance of excellent standards of behaviour.
Bullying is not tolerated in our school. Our anti-bullying policy focuses upon strategies to promote an anti-bullying ethos within school.
In support of the Citizenship curriculum, two children from each class act as representatives for the School Council. They attend regular meetings and, in addition to feeding back ideas from their own Class Council meetings, they are involved in key decision-making about school life at Hunter’s Bar Infant School. Many children have other opportunities to make a valuable contribution to the life of the school through the ‘Job Squad’ – taking on vital roles such as Playground Friends, Lunchtime Buddies and Rubbish Busters!
Sex and Relationship Education
Sex and relationships education is taught within our Personal, Social, Health and Emotional (PSHE)programme. It is covered within the themes of caring for others, friendship, family life, love and the people who care for us, along with personal safety. It is aimed at developing the children’s self –esteem and confidence. Copies of the school policy and scheme of work are available on request.
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