Curriculum The aim of the curriculum at BCB is to offer pupils a strong academic foundation and a diverse learning experience that allows them to excel in those areas where they have special interest or ability. The programme is based on English National Curriculum (ENC) and has been enriched and adapted to our context. We aim for a high standard of attainment and many pupils will be working at a level that goes beyond the objectives of the ENC. While core subjects such as English, Maths and ICT form a central part of the curriculum, our Themed Curriculum for pupils in Years 1-5 offers a broad range of subjects including Science, Geography, Art and Design and History. In Year 6, we move towards a more clearly defined subject orientated timetable with increasing access to subject specialist teachers in preparation for Secondary School. As an international school, we place great importance in the learning of a second language and provide opportunities for pupils to acquire a high level of fluency. All children will attend Portuguese language lessons as part of the curriculum. We are committed to ensuring our young pupils experience a wide range of disciplines. Everyone is required to play in a sports team, learn a musical instrument, take part in a performance and join in one of the school’s various outreach programmes. A range of other optional activities and educational trips complete the programme.
BCB Primary Curriculum English
Maths
Computing
Music
MFL
PSHE
PE Science
Art and Design
History
Geography
Themed Curriculum
Subjects English Speaking & Listening Discussion and oral presentations are a core aspect of many lessons and play a crucial part in vocabulary development. Lessons are designed to encourage speaking and listening for all students and often incorporate opportunities to present or perform using oral skills. Reading Reading is a crucial skill that supports learning across the whole curriculum. We place our focus on fostering a love of books and literature among our students. Children are taught to read, initially through the development of phonic knowledge and the sharing and discussion of books. We read in different ways at BCB to ensure that students develop reading habits that will remain with them throughout their school life and beyond.