At Chantry, teaching and learning are shaped by a clear vision: to provide every student with the knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to succeed. The curriculum is broad, balanced, and carefully sequenced to build understanding over time. Lessons are designed to challenge, inspire curiosity, and promote a love of learning.
Teachers use a mix of whole-class teaching, group work, and independent tasks to engage students of all abilities. Formative assessment plays a central role, with teachers giving immediate feedback to address misconceptions and guide progress. Regular summative assessments combine review and new content, helping students to consolidate learning and develop exam techniques.
Reading is at the heart of the approach. Students are taught strategies to understand complex texts, take part in regular reading activities, and are supported through targeted interventions where needed.
Classrooms provide a calm and purposeful environment where high expectations are matched by strong relationships. The values of being ready, responsible, and respectful underpin behaviour and create a positive culture for learning.
With strong support for individual needs, including tailored provision for those with additional learning requirements, Chantry ensures that every student is encouraged to achieve their best, both academically and personally.
