Our Curriculum

At Fishponds CE Primary School, as part of the Lighthouse Schools Partnership (LSP), we follow the LSP curriculum, which is designed to give every pupil an ambitious, engaging, and inclusive primary education. As part of the Trust, we work together with other LSP schools to provide a high‑quality, well‑sequenced curriculum that supports pupils from Reception all the way through to Year 6.

A Knowledge‑Rich and Well‑Sequenced Curriculum

We believe every child should gain secure, meaningful knowledge that builds year on year. Our curriculum is carefully planned so that learning progresses in small, logical steps and pupils develop confidence across all subjects.

High Expectations and Inclusion

All pupils are valued and supported to achieve their full potential.
We have high expectations for every child, including those with SEND or English as an additional language, and we make sure the right support is in place so everyone can access learning successfully.

Developing the Whole Child

Alongside academic learning, we place great importance on:

• resilience and perseverance
• emotional literacy
• curiosity and creativity
• kindness and respect

We aim to help children grow into confident, considerate young people who are ready for the next stage of their education.

Evidence‑Informed Teaching

Our approach to teaching is rooted in Barak Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction. This means lessons include clear modelling, small steps, regular review, and plenty of opportunities for pupils to practise and apply what they have learned.

Consistency Across Subjects

As part of the LSP, we use shared resources such as:

• Charanga for Music
• Real PE for Physical Education
• Jigsaw for PSHE

These high‑quality schemes support depth, challenge, and consistency across year groups.

Our Primary Focus

Within the primary phase, we place strong emphasis on:

• Early reading and phonics
• Fluent writing skills
• Secure mathematical understanding

We follow the National Curriculum but prioritise depth of understanding, especially in subjects like History, Science, and Geography.

Personal Development and Enrichment

We want every child to experience a rich and varied school life. Our curriculum includes:

• educational visits and visitors
• clubs and extracurricular activities
• opportunities for pupil voice and leadership
• experiences that build cultural capital and broaden horizons

We also use nurturing approaches to support children’s emotional wellbeing and help them feel safe, valued, and ready to learn.

Values and Ethos

For our church schools within the Partnership, the curriculum is shaped by Christian values and a caring, nurturing ethos that runs through daily school life.

Ongoing Review and High Standards

The LSP Trustees monitor the curriculum to make sure it meets Ofsted and DfE expectations. It is reviewed annually so we can continue offering the very best education for all pupils.