At St Mark’s Primary School, we believe that every child deserves the best possible start to their education. Our Early Years curriculum is designed to nurture curious, confident and resilient learners through a balance of play-based and purposeful learning experiences.

We provide a rich, stimulating and inclusive environment where children feel safe, valued and inspired to explore. Through carefully planned opportunities, children develop the knowledge, skills and vocabulary needed to become successful learners, with a particular focus on communication and language, personal development, early reading, writing and mathematics.

Our curriculum is delivered through our own personalised aspirations led curriculum. This curriculum encompasses the early learning goals but provides additional opportunities to explore and learn based on our own context. It builds on children's interests and prior experiences, ensuring learning is meaningful and engaging. 

We have four key aspirations for our children in the Early Years:

By the end of Reception, children will have secured the foundations they need for Key Stage 1, enabling them to become confident learners who are ready for the next stage of their educational journey.