Curriculum Intent

It is our intent that children will leave our schools resilient, emotionally literate, aspirational, effective communicators who are happy and therefore ready for the next stage of their life through the behaviour, knowledge and skills they have learnt whilst in our care. If we can achieve this for our children then we believe we are giving them the best opportunity to achieve success in their life. Through an inclusive and stimulating environment we will develop every child and allow them to write their own story in life.

This intent is defined as our REACH principles.

Resilient: Every child is resilient.

Emotionally Literate: Every child is aware of their feelings and those of others.

Aspirational: Every child aspires for more in their learning and in life.

Communicators: Every child is an effective communicator.

Happy: Every child has the right to be happy.

Bilton Community Federation Our vision is to empower children to make a positive impact on the world and to apply the following values in all they do: Care, Co -operation, Honesty, Forgiveness, Respect and Resilience.

At BJS we deliver a curriculum that is rich, broad and balanced and challenges our children, as well as inspiring a lifelong love of learning, using a range of carefully selected schemes along with our own resources. We teach subjects discreetly, developing the acquisition of knowledge and skills through a well-planned and sequenced approach that ensures progression and builds on prior learning.

BJS is a place where everyone is valued and cared for and we are ambitious for all our children to achieve their potential and seek to overcome any barriers to learning.

For further information about the curriculum please contact you child's class teacher via the office

office@biltonjuniorschool.co.uk

 

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

At Bilton Church of England Junior School, we believe every child deserves opportunities to flourish. Personal development is woven through our curriculum, Christian ethos, relationships, wellbeing support, pupil leadership and the wider experiences of school life. We aim to nurture confident, compassionate, resilient and responsible young people who are prepared for their next steps and able to make a positive difference.

Our school rules are Be Safe, Be Ready and Be Respectful. Our Christian values are Care, Honesty, Respect, Cooperation, Forgiveness and Resilience.

 

Area	What pupils experience
Emotional wellbeing	myHappymind; character strengths, gratitude, emotional regulation and positive relationships; Mental Health in Schools Team workshops.
PSHE and growing up	myHappymind Plus, including relationships, health, economic wellbeing and careers education, with planned progression across Years 3–6.
Safety and confidence	Protective Behaviours taught at the start of each year and revisited; early warning signs, trusted adults, online safety, safe choices and first aid.
Faith, reflection and values	Christian values, RE, collective worship, prayer and reflection; pupil Worship Leads.
Pupil voice and service	Several pupil leadership roles, enabling children to represent others, take responsibility and contribute to school improvement.
Belonging and relationships	Friendships, respect, empathy, inclusion, anti-bullying and safe relationships taught through PSHE and reinforced in school life.
Healthy, active lifestyles	PE and health education, healthy choices, fair play and pupil Sport Captains.
Creativity and curiosity	A broad curriculum including art, music, science, literature and other subjects; Music Ambassadors, Reading Ambassadors and Science Council.
Citizenship and environment	Pupil representation, school values, Eco Warriors and Energy Monitors; understanding community responsibility.
Aspirations and independence	Economic wellbeing and careers learning, communication, responsibility and preparation for the next stage of education.

 

Cultural Capital at Bilton Church of England Junior School

At Bilton Church of England Junior School, we recognise that every child arrives with their own unique experiences, knowledge, interests and family background. Our children and families bring a rich variety of cultures, languages, beliefs, traditions and experiences, all of which we value and celebrate as part of our school community.

We believe that cultural capital is about giving every child the knowledge, skills, experiences and opportunities they need to flourish in life, regardless of their background or starting point. It helps children develop confidence, broaden their understanding of the world, discover new interests and aspirations, and prepare for the opportunities and challenges they may encounter in the future.

At BJS, we are committed to ensuring that every child has access to a broad, balanced and enriching curriculum that opens doors to new experiences. We recognise that children have different starting points and that some may have had fewer opportunities to experience aspects of the wider world. Through carefully planned learning, enrichment activities and wider school experiences, we aim to ensure that all pupils have opportunities to develop their cultural awareness, knowledge and understanding.

Our Christian values of Care, Honesty, Respect, Cooperation, Forgiveness and Resilience underpin our approach. We encourage children to celebrate diversity, appreciate different perspectives, develop positive relationships and recognise the important contribution they can make to their communities and the wider world.

As children progress from Year 3 to Year 6, we aim to progressively broaden and deepen their experiences, building upon what they already know while introducing them to new ideas, places, people and possibilities. Through our curriculum, personal development opportunities and pupil leadership roles, we nurture curiosity, independence, confidence and ambition.

Guided by our school vision, Inspire, Challenge, Achieve, we want every child to leave BJS with a strong sense of belonging, an appreciation of the world around them and the confidence to embrace new opportunities.

Our ambition is simple: to ensure that every child, whatever their starting point, has the opportunity to flourish, aspire and achieve.