Opened in June 2018 Eastfield Primary School stands proudly on Eastfield Road. It’s a vibrant hub for learning. This academy converter serves children aged 3 to 11. It’s part of the Ivy Learning Trust a multi-academy trust. The school has a capacity of 428 students. Currently more than 400 children attend.
Eastfield’s history curriculum is quite unique. It follows the 2014 Primary National Curriculum. However it incorporates Ofsted’s 2021 Research Review suggestions. The school focuses on four key areas: society and culture innovation conflict and invasion. Each topic starts with an enquiry question encouraging students to act like historians.
From the youngest learners in EYFS to Year 6 students delve into history. In EYFS they grasp the concepts of past and present. In Key Stage 1 they learn about living and beyond living memory. They learn how we know about the past. Key Stage 2 explores British history chronologically. It also includes world history topics. Year 6 studies World War II. Finally in their last term students explore local history. This includes how their time at Eastfield fits into the bigger picture.
Eastfield Primary School utilizes a variety of learning experiences. This includes classroom activities and educational visits to museums and historical sites. This creates memorable learning opportunities. The school regularly assesses students’ knowledge and skills. This helps teachers plan lessons and differentiate instruction. Mrs L Campana leads the history department. Her passion for history is infectious.
Eastfield Primary School is more than just a school. It is a community a place where young minds are nurtured and history comes alive. It’s a testament to the dedication of its teachers and the potential of its students. The school’s commitment to historical enquiry fosters critical thinking and a lifelong love of learning. It is indeed a remarkable institution.