CURRICULUM

At Phoenix Academy, the core curriculum is centred around the social, emotional and mental health needs of our pupils. We are unapologetic that this core takes precedence over all else because by addressing their EHCP needs first it then enables pupils to access the core academic curriculum of maths and English and also the wider academic curriculum.

Our academic programmes of study are based on the National curriculum. English, mathematics and science cover the full range of aims and attainment targets.

For the wider curriculum subjects, the programmes of study have been refined so that pupils leave with a secure knowledge of identified core knowledge, skills and understanding.

As a school we want to ensure that the new curriculum is exciting, enjoyable and challenging. Therefore, we have introduced a new Thematic Curriculum with a new topic being introduced each half term. Using a thematic approach will support this vision while still being skill based and knowledge supported.

During the half term most of the lessons that will be taught are taught through the chosen theme. For those lessons, where staff feel that the quality of teaching and learning would be compromised, identified lessons will be taught discreetly. To view the Thematic long-term plans, simply click on the appropriate links below.

Long term overview – Sept 2025 – Sept 2028

During Summer Term 1 (April 2025 to May 2025), our Topic is ‘WRIGGLE & CRAWL’ and pupils will be engaging in lessons that incorporate this topic.  We are sure they will soon be telling you all about what they have learnt!

Elm Class will be following the Topic – ‘COME OUTSIDE’

To see the content of the lessons that your child will be learning with us this term, please click on the Class Links below:

Elm Class

Spring 2 Topic Overview – ‘Come Outside!’ –  Elm Class

Mid-Term Plan – ‘Come Outside! – Elm Class 

Ash Class

Spring 2 Topic Overview – ‘Wriggle & Crawl’ – Ash Class 

Mid-Term Plan – ‘Wriggle & Crawl’ – Ash Class

Pine Class

Spring 2 Topic Overview – ‘Wriggle & Crawl’ – Pine Class

Mid-Term Plan – Wriggle & Crawl– Pine Class

Cedar Class

Spring 2 Topic Overview – ‘Wriggle & Crawl‘ – Cedar Class

Mid-Term Plan – Wriggle & Crawl‘ – Cedar Class

Elder Class

Spring 2 Topic Overview – ‘Wriggle & Crawl‘ – Elder Class

Mid-Term Plan – ‘Wriggle & Crawl– Elder Class

Rainbow Class

Spring 2 Topic Overview – ‘Wriggle & Crawl’ – Rainbow Class

Mid-Term Plan – ‘Wriggle & Crawl– Rainbow Class