The curriculum provided by St Lawrence Primary extends far beyond the academic curriculum. We support our pupils to develop in many diverse aspects of school life. Through our extensive programme of personal development from Nursery to Year 6, we plan high quality opportunities in a carefully planned and sequenced way with the intention that our pupils will learn and remember important knowledge they can use now and throughout their lives. We want our pupils to leave St Lawrence being responsible, respectful and active citizens who are able to play their part and be actively involved in public life as adults.

We want our pupils to have a deep understanding of British Values and ensure they understand that difference is a positive. We are an inclusive school where no discrimination exists and there are equal opportunities for all of our pupils. We develop our pupils’ character in every experience we provide. Our core values: Respect, Courage, Hope and Perseverance are central to our school life alongside our use of restorative justice principles.

Our Personal Social Health and Education curriculum is age-appropriate and tailored to meet the needs of our pupils. It includes mental health and wellbeing, physical health (including healthy lifestyles), learning about staying safe and economic understanding. A key element is Relationships Education which includes healthy relationships and an understanding of consent and safety online.

To develop pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development children are taught and encouraged to: understand and appreciate the range of different cultures in the school and further afield; show respect for different faiths and cultural diversity; show respect for the different protected characteristics; use of a range of social skills in different contexts; participate in a variety of communities and social settings; recognise the difference between right and wrong and understand consequence; investigate and offer reasoned views about moral and ethical issues.

Our pupils have access to a wide and rich set of experiences (including cultural experiences) providing a meaningful and memorable context to learning. Trips, visitors and enrichment activities are integral to learning and enhance pupils’ engagement.  50 Things to do before you leave St Lawrence is central to these opportunities.