Our Curriculum

1. Curriculum Intent

Lindenhurst Preparatory School provides a broad, balanced and academically ambitious curriculum grounded in the English National Curriculum framework. The curriculum is carefully sequenced to ensure coherent progression of knowledge, skills and understanding from the Primary phase through Lower Secondary and into IGCSE preparation.

Our intent is to ensure that all pupils:

• Acquire secure and transferable core knowledge
• Develop strong literacy and numeracy across all subjects
• Think analytically and communicate with precision
• Build intellectual resilience and disciplined study habits
• Are well prepared for the next stage of education

The curriculum is knowledge-rich and cumulatively structured. Content is deliberately revisited and deepened over time to secure long-term retention and mastery.

This intent reflects Cognia Standard 3.1, ensuring that the institution provides a curriculum and instructional design that are rigorous, coherent and aligned to clearly defined learning outcomes.

2. Curriculum Implementation

Coherent Sequencing and Subject Expertise

Subject leaders map progression carefully within and across year groups. Learning is structured to build from foundational understanding toward greater complexity and independence.

• In English, pupils progress from secure reading fluency to analytical interpretation and structured argument.
• In Mathematics, conceptual understanding is developed alongside procedural fluency and problem-solving precision.
• In Science, pupils move from guided inquiry to formal experimentation and evidence-based reasoning.
• Humanities subjects emphasise chronological understanding, source analysis and evaluative writing.
• Modern foreign languages develop grammatical accuracy and cultural understanding through systematic instruction.

Teaching is characterised by:

• Clear explanations grounded in subject knowledge
• Explicit modelling of academic processes
• Frequent checks for understanding
• Structured practice to secure retention
• Purposeful questioning to deepen thinking

This aligns directly with Cognia Standard 3.2, ensuring that instructional practices are evidence-based, consistent and designed to maximise learner engagement and achievement.

Adaptive Assessment and Feedback

Assessment at Lindenhurst is continuous and diagnostic. Teachers use formative assessment daily to identify misconceptions and adjust instruction accordingly. Adaptive diagnostic tools in literacy and mathematics provide real-time insight into pupil progress.

Assessment systems enable:

• Early identification of learning gaps
• Targeted academic intervention
• Appropriate stretch for high-attaining pupils
• Clear communication of progress to parents

Feedback is specific, timely and actionable, supporting pupils in understanding how to improve.

This reflects Cognia Standard 3.3, ensuring assessment systems are purposeful, aligned to learning objectives, and used to inform instruction.

3. Impact

The impact of the curriculum is evident in:

• Strong academic progress across subjects
• Increasing independence in written and analytical work
• Secure subject knowledge retained over time
• Improved confidence in oral communication
• Clear readiness for IGCSE-level expectations

Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes toward learning. They engage thoughtfully, work with discipline, and take responsibility for their academic development.

Academic outcomes are monitored through internal data analysis and benchmarked where appropriate against recognised standards. Leaders review performance trends systematically to ensure continuous improvement.

This demonstrates alignment with Cognia Standard 3.4, ensuring that teaching and learning processes lead to measurable and sustainable improvement in learner performance.

4. Personal Development Through the Curriculum

The curriculum extends beyond academic attainment. It contributes to pupils' moral, social and intellectual development.

Students are taught to:

• Debate respectfully and consider multiple perspectives
• Apply knowledge responsibly
• Demonstrate integrity in their work
• Contribute positively to their community

The curriculum therefore supports both academic excellence and character formation, reflecting the school's wider mission.