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Whole School Curriculum

At Whiston Willis Primary Academy, we offer our learners, a broad, balanced and sequential curriculum with the ultimate aim of equipping them with an abundance of embedded knowledge, a range of mastered skills whilst developing the characteristics...

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Early Years

At Whiston Willis, we commit to: Offering a safe, happy place where everyone is known and valued, and where differing needs are acknowledged, accepted and met. Encouraging each child to be independent and develop a sense of responsibility for...

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English

At Whiston Willis Primary Academy, we teach English by following the Literary Curriculum (Literacy Tree). The Literary Curriculum from the Literacy Tree is a complete, thematic approach to the teaching of primary English that places children’s...

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Reading

Reading opens the doors to a world of knowledge and allows us to explore everything around us. It is more than a fundamental skill – it is a necessity! Here at Whiston Willis, we teach reading through a variety of ways, these include phonics, guided...

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Mathematics

At Whiston Willis Primary Academy, we believe mathematics should provide the children with opportunities to have an understanding of the fundamental, basic skills that will equip them for future life both mathematically and through any problems that...

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SEND

SCHOOL NAMED SENCO - Miss J.Watkins If you need to contact Miss Watkins, please contact school on 0151 477 8270 to arrange an appointment. Knowsley Borough Council can also offer advice and support regarding SEND. Knowsley Local Offer is...

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Building Learning Power

At Whiston Willis, we believe in developing key characteristics within our children to equip them with the toolkit to become resilient, life-long learners. To do this, we embed BLP skills into our daily learning experiences so the children are...

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Global Learning

At Whiston Willis, Global Learning plays a central role in our teaching and learning and we are proud to have achieved the full International School Award in July 2019. We believe the purpose of education is to develop young people with core skills...

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Science

At Whiston Willis Primary Academy, we use the Reach Out curriculum (KS2) and Kent scheme of work (KS1) to deliver our Science lessons. The scheme ensures coverage of the curriculum, in such a manner that children are engaged and enjoy their...

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History

Our Vision and Overriding Principles Our history curriculum aims to teach our children to understand the people, places and events of the past, encouraging them to make thoughtful observations in order to better understand the world we live in...

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Geography

Our geography education is designed to ignite, within our learners, a curiosity and fascination about the world and the people who inhabit it. We aim to equip our learners with knowledge about diverse places, people, resources and human and natural...

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Art

Our high-quality, knowledge rich art and design education is intended to engage, inspire and challenge pupils, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to experiment, invent and create their own works of art, craft and design. Art and design has...

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Design Technology

At Whiston Willis Primary Academy we want to encourage an openness and flexibility of mind, so as to meet new challenges and problems. Design and Technology is about providing opportunities for our children to develop their capability. By combining...

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P.E

The National Curriculum Purpose of Study states: ' A high-quality physical education curriculum inspires all pupils to succeed and excel in competitive sport and other physically-demanding activities. It should provide opportunities for pupils to...

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Religious Education

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION At Whiston Willis Primary Academy, Religious Education encourages pupils to understand the role and significance of religion, the beliefs and values that shape society and the impact religion has on many people’s lives. It is...

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Music

Our high quality music education is designed to engage and inspire pupils to develop a love of music and their talent as musicians; increasing their self-confidence, creativity and sense of achievement. As pupils progress through their music...

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Modern Foreign Languages

At Whiston Willis Primary Academy, the learning of a Modern Foreign Language provides a valuable educational, social and cultural experience for our pupils. It raises awareness of the multilingual and multicultural world and introduces an...

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PSHCE

Our PSHE curriculum allows pupils the opportunity to explore their attitudes, values and beliefs and to develop skills, language and strategies they need to live healthy, safe, responsible and balanced lives. We aim to provide our children with the...

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Computing

The Primary National Curriculum for Computing is split into three strands: information technology, digital literacy and computer science. Information technology is about the use of computers for functional purposes, such as collecting and...

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Rights Respecting School

We are working towards accreditation of the Rights Respecting Schools Award. The Rights Respecting Schools Award puts children’s rights at the heart of schools in the UK. Unicef works with schools in the UK to create safe and inspiring places to...

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Curriculum section

  • Whole School Curriculum
  • Early Years
  • English
  • Reading
  • Mathematics
  • SEND
  • Building Learning Power
  • Global Learning
  • Science
  • History
  • Geography
  • Art
  • Design Technology
  • P.E
  • Religious Education
  • Music
  • Modern Foreign Languages
  • PSHCE
  • Computing
  • Rights Respecting School

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Whiston Willis Primary Academy
Milton Avenue
Whiston
Prescot
L35 2XY
Tel: 0151 477 8270
Email: whistonwillis.de@knowsley.gov.uk

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