Foundation Subjects
At Long Lane we believe that every child has the potential to excel in all subjects, with creativity, curiosity and flair.
​Challenge & Support
We ensure that our curriculum provides challenge and support in equal measure and is inclusive of all types of learners, therefore providing a variety of learning approaches and styles. Staff understand the different strengths of pupils and plan motivating tasks and experiences with this in mind using scaffold and challenge where appropriate. This is especially important in the Foundation Subjects as this is where we can spot and nurture talent, encouraging children to realise their dreams and hobbies of the future.
Music
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Through the teaching of Music to all pupils we aim to encourage children to develop a love of music, introduce them to a range of musical pieces and provide opportunities for children to learn an instrument.
All children learn to create, explore, perform and enjoy music, allowing them to develop the skills they need to become musicians as well as having the experiences of hearing and appreciating a range of musical genres and cultures.
We teach the curriculum use the online Music Scheme Charanga, supported by Maestros, the Berkshire Music Service. This is supplemented by outside music providers.
Art
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At Long Lane Primary School we want to inspire, engage and challenge pupils by equipping them with the knowledge and skills to experiment and create their own art work. As pupils progress through the school they will develop a deeper understanding of art and design, exploring the impact it has on the contemporary life and that of different times and cultures.​​
Design & Technology
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At Long Lane Primary School we recognise the importance of the creative process from start to finish with equal emphasis given to design,making and evaluating. The children use sketch books during the planning stage, and learn to use tools and a variety of materials as well as looking at the work of designers.​​
Geography
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We believe that children should be inspired by the world around them and have opportunities that allow them to foster a growing curiosity about the world and its many cultures. Our aim is to equip pupils with a deep understanding of the Earth’s key physical and human processes, and knowledge about our diverse world, focusing on places, people, resources and environments.​​
History
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Our varied History curriculum provides a positive culture of learning and discovery that inspires children’s curiosity about the past through inspiring stories and texts, active learning and fact finding. We aim to provide an inclusive, engaging and progressive History curriculum so that all children can confidently develop their knowledge, skills and cultural capital as historians.​​
Modern Foreign Languages
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In an ever-changing and diverse world, learning a foreign language, along with other cultural and social differences between ourselves and others, is a key element in teaching children to become good citizens and considerate and independent members of their wider community, both local and global.
Computing
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We provide high-quality computing education that equips our pupils with the fundamental computational skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in an increasingly digital and changing world. We aim to foster a love of learning and curiosity about technology while ensuring that pupils develop the essential skills required to become responsible, competent, and confident users of technology.​​
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