Our Curriculum Intent at Ryders Green Primary School

At Ryders Green Primary School, our curriculum is built around one clear ambition: to ensure that every child, is given every opportunity to make the most of their one chance at Primary School. We provide opportunities that enable our children to stand equal with their peers—both now and in their future lives.

We make sure every child has every opportunity to:

• Read, write, articulate and reason confidently
• Know how to be an active citizen
• Collaborate effectively
• Express creativity through music and the arts

While the future is uncertain, we believe that the values of honesty, respect and kindness will always matter. These values underpin everything we do so that our children grow into positive contributors to society.

We know the employment landscape will continue to change, but our priority is to equip children with the skills to succeed. By learning to co-operate, listen, reason, speak with confidence and believe in themselves, our children gain the foundations to thrive in the world of work.

We celebrate diversity and uphold British values of democracy, tolerance, respect and resilience. We encourage children to be proud—of themselves, of West Bromwich and the Black Country, and of their place in England, the UK and the wider Commonwealth. This is explored through heritage, geography and cultural experiences.

Every subject in the National Curriculum is valued at Ryders Green, with a particular emphasis on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). We recognise the need for more STEM careers to support the UK economy and the vital role of science and technology, highlighted further by the global pandemic. By embedding STEM across our curriculum, we aim to inspire curiosity, broaden opportunities, and give our children an advantage in the future.

Beyond the classroom, we raise aspirations through:

• Extracurricular clubs that reflect staff passions and inspire new interests
• Outdoor learning environments and our Imagination Studio for hands-on, creative experiences
• Access to digital devices for independent research and enquiry
• Children’s University, where children graduate in cap and gown, celebrating achievement and raising ambition

We are committed to improving our children’s cultural capital so they leave us with the knowledge, confidence and pride to excel in the wider world.

Our intent is carried out by a dedicated team who understand that primary school is a child’s one chance. Guided by our Ryders Green principles, we are determined to make that one chance the very best it can be.