Our Curriculum

“I want to be a teacher and the only place where I want to teach is The Hampshire School!” Constance, Age 9

Every moment of every day is a learning experience. The curriculum is at the heart of the school, but the national curriculum subjects are only part of the curriculum. The real curriculum is the entire planned learning experience. It includes all of the important subjects but also events, such as school plays, the routines of the school day and what children do during time in and out of school. Our whole school is a learning community.

We provide a broad and balanced, stimulating curriculum that is carefully co-ordinated across the school to ensure continuity and progression. It develops children's knowledge, skills and talents, supporting them to become reflective, problem-solving independent learners. The balance and range of subjects ensures they make maximum progress and are prepared for higher education and lifelong learning.

The school has three stages:

Early Years – ages 3-5 at Wetherby Place

Our youngest children learn in a family environment that makes their first experience of school exciting and simulating.

Pre-preparatory – ages 5-8 at Manresa Road

Here children flourish and progress in a secure, friendly and exciting environment.

Preparatory – ages 8-13 at Manresa Road

Children at this stage receive specialist teaching and are prepared for transfer to their senior schools. Our teaching methods not only encourage high academic standards but also enjoyment of learning and independent thought.

Curriculum Framework

Our curriculum standards are high, we aim to prepare children for life in senior school. Through mixed ability and focused group teaching we ensure that children will excel.  In their journey through school they develop into caring thoughtful people who show consideration and kindness to others.
The curriculum at The Hampshire School is also aware of ISEB Common Entrance 11+ and 13+ expectations and targets. These factors are taken into account when planning the programme of work.

The curriculum framework at The Hampshire School is based on the National Curriculum for England from Foundation Stage to Year 8 as well as the Independent Schools Common Entrance examinations syllabus. Key Skills that underpin success in education, employment, lifelong learning and personal development are embedded in planning.

The Hampshire School provides a vibrant, inclusive and creative learning environment that encourages challenge, curiosity and choice. Our excellent standards create a learning programme that is exceptionally rich, relevant and fun.

The National Curriculum for England is based on a structured and broad framework that outlines expected levels of achievement for the duration of the student’s education. The curriculum also provides a regular programme of student assessment and evaluation to ensure that students are working towards levels of attainment appropriate to their age and capability. The National Curriculum for England is divided into Key Stages.

Campus	Key Stage	Age on Entry	National Curriculum for England Year Group
The Hampshire School (Wetherby Place)	Early Years Foundation Stage	Rising 3 Years	Pre-Nursery
		3 Years	Nursery
		4 Years	Reception
The Hampshire School (Manresa Road)	Key Stage 1	5 Years	Year I
		6 Years	Year II
	Key Stage 2	7 Years	Year III
		8 Years	Year IV
		9 Years	Year V
		10 Years	Year VI
	Key Stage 3	11 Years	Year VII
		12 Years	Year VIII

 

The curriculum at The Hampshire School is also underpinned by the GEMS core values of World Citizenship, Leadership Qualities, Universal Values and Forward Thinking. These values are embedded into curriculum planning so that pupils are not only prepared for academic success, but equipped to be well-rounded lifelong learners and responsible, proactive members of the global community, poised to engage the future with competence and confidence.

The preparation of our pupils for their future in a world where globalisation and technology are driving rapid change requires that the curriculum at every point include the use of ICT to enhance its delivery and to draw on world resources.

Please download our Curriculum policy or our Prospectus for more detail about each stage of our school.

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