Child-centred
Built around children needs and interests
Our Curriculum
Play, exploration and strong relationships are at the heart of how children learn at St Marks.
Learning
How children learn
We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage. Learning is built around each child, through play and real experiences.
Play-based
Learning through play and real experiences
Individual
Supporting every child unique journey
Interest-led
Following what excites and motivates children
Our pedagogy
Child-centred
We recognise and value each child as a unique individual.
Play-based
Children learn best through play and hands-on experiences.
Individual
We tailor support to each child next steps.
Interest-focused
We build on curiosity and follow interests.
Quality interactions
Our team engage in meaningful interactions every day.
How we plan
Week 1 - Teach
We introduce new experiences, skills and knowledge based on children interests and next steps.
Week 2 - Observe and assess
We observe, assess and reflect, using parent voice and children interests to plan next steps.
Seven areas of learning
Communication and Language
Listening, speaking and understanding
Personal, Social and Emotional
Confidence, relationships and resilience
Physical Development
Movement, control and healthy habits
Literacy
Early reading, mark making and a love of books
Mathematics
Counting, number sense and shapes
Understanding the World
People, communities and the wider world
Expressive Arts and Design
Art, music, movement and imaginative play
Learning beyond preschool
Community visits
Meeting people who help us and exploring our local community.
Library and stories
Regular visits to the library and a love of books.
Intergenerational experiences
Building friendships across generations.
The local environment
Outdoor learning, nature and seasonal changes.
Visit
Come and see learning in action
We would love to show you how children learn at St Marks.
