Curriculum enrichment at St. Bernard's Catholic Primary School includes specific "enrichment days" and extra opportunities in areas like music and performance. The school also has whole-school projects focused on social justice and conservation, and a strong partnership with its parish for programs like the Sacramental Programme for Year 4 children.  

Curriculum enrichment examples 

  • Enrichment Days: The school holds specific days dedicated to certain subjects to deepen knowledge and skills. Examples include a "History Day"  and a "Science Day" for experiments. 

  • Music and performance: Students have opportunities to sing in various settings, learn musical instruments, and attend performances. This is complemented by an exploration of music from around the world and the works of famous composers. 

  • Social justice and conservation: The school runs two whole-school projects each year that are focused on these themes. 

  • Partnerships: The school works with its parish on activities like the Sacramental Programme. It also has a strong partnership with Our Lady’s Catholic High School and a transition program for our Year 6 pupils.  

  • Pastoral and Spiritual Development: The school's Catholic ethos means that spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development is a significant part of the curriculum, including daily prayer, worship, and visits to different places of worship to foster respect and understanding of other cultures and religions. 

  • Creative and Performing Arts: The curriculum intent includes providing rich experiences in Art and Music. This involves opportunities to attend professional performances, and participate in school productions. 

  • Physical Education and Sport: In addition to regular PE and games lessons, the school offers various extra-curricular sporting clubs and activities. 

  • Educational Visits and Residentials: Pupils have opportunities for school trips, including residential trips (such as the Robinwood trip for Year 6), theatre visits, museum trips, and religious retreats, to enrich their knowledge and provide hands-on experiences. 

  • Wrap-Around Care: The "St. Bernard's Extra" before and after school care program provides further opportunities for children to engage in a range of activities outside of core school hours.