OIS Early Years Integrated Curriculum
Welcome to Orchard Infant School's Early Years Integrated Curriculum! Our curriculum is designed to provide the foundations for learning through play and exploration. We believe that children learn best when they are actively engaged in hands-on activities that spark their curiosity and creativity.
At Orchard Infant School, we understand the importance of providing a well-rounded education that fosters a love of learning. Our curriculum is carefully designed to encourage children to explore their interests and develop their skills in a nurturing and supportive environment. Through play-based activities, children will have the opportunity to discover new ideas, problem solve, and collaborate with their peers.
We are committed to providing a curriculum that is engaging, challenging, and developmentally appropriate for primary age children. We aim to ignite a passion for learning that will last a lifetime. Join us at Orchard Infant School and watch your child thrive in our innovative and dynamic learning environment!
The Early Years Foundation Stage Framework (2021) states that there are four guiding principles that should shape practice in the early years. These are:
The Early Years Foundation Stage Framework (2021) states that: In planning and guiding what children learn, practitioners must reflect on the different rates at which children are developing and adjust their practice appropriately. Three characteristics of effective teaching and learning are:
Our Integrated Curriculum is planned to ensure coverage across the year, so that children can achieve the end of year Early Learning Goals in addition to preparing them with the foundation knowledge and skills required when moving up to year 1.
Whilst children are exploring and learning through play, they will bump into pre-planned enhancement activities, which have been designed to support and scaffold children’s learning. These opportunities allow children the chance to apply and embed new skills and knowledge in a meaningful way. Take a look at some of our enhancements…
Our Early Years classrooms are set up to represent the different areas of learning within the curriculum and give children access to a well-designed continuous provision. This allows children the opportunity to learn new skills, become critical thinkers and embed learning.
