At our school, we have adopted the CUSP (Curriculum with Unity Schools Partnership) curriculum, which is built on a strong foundation of carefully sequenced, knowledge-rich learning. We believe that every child is unique, bringing their own experiences and perspectives, and our curriculum is designed to ensure that all children feel valued, included, and able to succeed.

The CUSP curriculum is underpinned by explicitly taught, well-structured knowledge. It sets out clearly what pupils need to learn and remember over time, ensuring that knowledge builds progressively and supports deeper understanding. Through this approach, children develop both confidence and competence as learners, with opportunities to revisit and strengthen prior learning.

Our curriculum is broad, balanced, and ambitious. It provides pupils with rich experiences across a wide range of subjects, ensuring they gain a strong understanding of the world around them. Carefully selected content ensures diversity and representation, while supporting pupils to make meaningful connections between what they learn and their own lives.

A key feature of CUSP is its focus on coherence and clarity. Concepts are broken down and taught in small, manageable steps, supported by high-quality texts, visuals, and discussions. This enables all pupils, including those with additional needs, to access the full curriculum. Regular retrieval practice and deliberate revisiting of key knowledge help pupils to embed learning in their long-term memory.

Vocabulary development is central to our approach. Pupils are explicitly taught subject-specific language, enabling them to articulate their understanding clearly and confidently. This supports both their academic success and their ability to engage thoughtfully with the wider world.

We enrich the curriculum through purposeful experiences, including hands-on activities, visits, and opportunities to apply learning in real contexts. These experiences deepen understanding, increase engagement, and help children see the relevance of their learning beyond the classroom.

Our ultimate aim is to develop knowledgeable, articulate, and curious learners who are well-prepared for the next stage of their education and life beyond school. Through the CUSP curriculum, we foster resilience, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.

For more details about the curriculum, please speak to your child’s class teacher via ClassDojo or contact the school office (office@fhp.ampedu.co.uk), who will be happy to pass your query on.