Children attend the ARP from Key Stage One (years 1 and 2). Therefore the ARP curriculum incorporates both topics from across these year groups as well as incorporating skills from EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage), where appropriate.

Welcome to the ARP

Hazel Class

Our Learning Journey This Term

The children have been exploring a wide range of exciting topics! In science, we learned all about the life cycle of a pumpkin, observing how it grows and changes. We even grew our own watercress after discussing the steps and tools needed, linking this to our reading of The Secret Sky Garden. This beautiful story helped us reflect on the importance of friendship and caring for our environment.

In maths, the children have been mastering addition and subtraction. This week, they challenged themselves by designing and describing two-step subtraction problems—fantastic problem-solving skills in action!

Our design and technology sessions were full of creativity as we imagined new shoes for the shoemaker and his wife to make and sell. We also designed outfits for the hardworking elves as a special “thank you” for their support.

Through our cultural adventures, we have ‘travelled’ to Poland, Italy, and France (among others), learning about traditions and even baking delicious Polish-inspired cookies—yum!

In English, we’ve been enjoying classic tales. This week, we discussed Cinderella by Vera Southgate, retelling the story and designing alternative outfits for Cinderella and the Prince. The children’s ideas were imaginative and full of flair!