ABSTRACT
This chapter explores ways of addressing the subject-based curriculum of Key Stage 1 and sets out what this could look like at different times of the day. We discuss how children in Year 1 should continue to experience a child-centred curriculum that builds on their prior attainment because the principles underpinning the EYFS curriculum are equally relevant to older children and particularly important for disadvantaged children. Teaching in Year 1 is often more effective when it is closely targeted and focused on small groups within enabling environments. We argue that in order to continue to develop resilience, independence and reflection, the Characteristics of Effective Learning, which typify effective practice in the EYFS curriculum, should continue to underpin learning across Year 1. There are examples from various schools within and beyond the Swale Academies Trust of how to change provision in Year 1, with samples of timetables and photographs of effective classroom set up and activities.
