Curriculum
Whole School Curriculum
The person responsible for developing the curriculum at our school is Mrs R. Pender. Academic excellence and social and moral intelligence are at the heart of all that we do at Whiston Willis to develop aspirational life-long learners who are...
Early Years
The person responsible for developing Early Years at our school is Mrs L. Halsall. 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....
Oracy
Empowering all learners to succeed through communication. At Whiston Willis we aim to equip our learners with the skills to talk and listen effectively to one another. Oracy gives every child the opportunity to find their voice; to articulate their...
English
The person responsible for developing English at our school is Mrs R. Pender. 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,...
Reading
The person responsible for developing Early Reading and Phonics is Mrs L. Halsall. The person responsible for developing Reading at our school is Mrs G. Murdoch Reading opens the doors to a world of knowledge and allows us to explore...
Mathematics
The person responsible for developing Maths at our school is Miss K. Caldwell At Whiston Willis Primary Academy, we believe mathematics should provide the children with opportunities to have an understanding of the fundamental, basic skills that...
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...
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...
Science
The person responsible for developing Science at our school is Mr M. Phillips. 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...
History
The person responsible for developing History at our school is Mrs R. Pender. Our Vision and Overriding Principl overall aims of our History curriculum is the assumption that any pupil in our school may go on to study the subject in more detail at...
Geography
The person responsible for developing Geography at our school is Mr L. Wong. 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...
Art
The person responsible for developing Art and Design at our school is Miss E. Atkin Our high-quality, knowledge rich Art and Design curriculum is intended to engage, inspire and challenge all pupils, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to...
Design and Technology
The person responsible for developing Design Technology at our school is Mrs H. Hemnell. At Whiston Willis Primary Academy our Design and Technology curriculum provides children with a real-life context for learning. Our Design and Technology is...
P.E
The person responsible for developing P.E at our school is Mr L. Wong 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...
Religious Education
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION The person responsible for developing R.E at our school is Mrs E. Attwood. At Whiston Willis Primary Academy, Religious Education encourages pupils to understand the role and significance of religion, the beliefs and values...
Music
The person responsible for developing Music at our school is Mrs K. Williams. 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,...
Modern Foreign Languages
The person responsible for developing MFL at our school is Mrs K. Fitzgerald. 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...
PSHCE
The person responsible for developing PSHE at our school is Mrs A. Askew. 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,...
Computing
The person responsible for developing computing at our school is Miss N. Harrison The Primary National Curriculum for Computing is split into three strands: information technology, digital literacy and computer science. Information technology is...
Rights Respecting School
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 learn, where children are respected, their talents are nurtured and they are...
RSHE
The Department of Education has announced changes to Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE} statutory guidance from September 2020. All primary schools are expected to comply with the updated requirements. Due to the impact of Covid 19, the...
