NCC Education Primary Curriculum- Primary A

Primary A introduces pupils to eight subjects and establishes strong foundations for their primary education.
The curriculum supports the development of early literacy, numeracy, scientific enquiry, digital literacy, creativity and an understanding of the wider world. It enables schools internationally to benchmark curriculum delivery and pupil attainment against an internationally recognised standard.

Primary A is suitable for pupils typically aged 5–7, corresponding to indicative Years 1–2.

Schools should ensure that pupils can engage with the language and learning demands of the curriculum.

Primary A covers eight curriculum subjects.

Core Subjects

• English
• Mathematics
• Science
• Computing

Additional Subjects

• Art and Design
• Design and Technology
• Geography
• History

Together, these subjects provide pupils with a broad learning experience and a strong foundation for continued primary education.

Pupils will begin developing knowledge and skills in:

• Reading, writing, speaking and listening
• Early numeracy and mathematical understanding
• Scientific observation, exploration and enquiry
• Digital literacy and the safe use of technology
• Creativity and visual expression
• Designing and making products
• Geographical awareness and understanding
• Learning about people, events and the past

There is no formal NCC Education end-of-programme assessment for Primary A.

Schools monitor and record pupil progress using NCC Education Records of Achievement. These records are supported by evidence gathered through normal teaching and learning activities.

Pupils who meet the relevant achievement requirements may receive certification for completing this stage of the NCC Education Primary Curriculum.

NCC Education quality assures the delivery of the Primary Curriculum through External Quality Assurance.

Annual External Quality Assurance visits review curriculum delivery, Records of Achievement and the systems used to support assessment and certification claims.

After completing Primary A, pupils can progress to NCC Education Primary Curriculum Primary B – Completer!, which develops their knowledge, skills and independence through indicative Years 3–6.

The NCC Education Primary Curriculum gives schools a structured, internationally relevant framework based on English National Curriculum subjects.

Accredited schools retain the flexibility to select the teaching approaches, activities and resources most appropriate for their pupils while meeting the curriculum’s expected learning outcomes and standards.

Schools delivering the programme must meet NCC Education’s accreditation and ongoing quality assurance requirements.