With a bespoke curriculum, lessons taught at SASM are tailored to build upon what pupils have learned in Key Stage 1 and particularly at Maple Infants', our principle feeder school. We work closely with Hollyfield Secondary School to ensure our curriculum prepares pupils for Year 7 and beyond. Above all, lessons are designed to inspire pupils through active learning to spark passions that will stay with pupils after their time with us. Throughout of diversity project, our curriculum includes role models and examples that reflect our school community to ensure that pupils can 'see themselves' in every subject. Opportunities beyond lessons, such as Curriculum Clubs, nurture pupils' aspirations. 

Visit our teaching and learning pages to see how each subject has been designed to prepare pupils for the next phase of learning for each 'golden thread'.

Visit our 'opportunities to thrive' page to find out more

SASM is an Attachment Aware School. We understand the importance of secure and positive relationships in helping children to thrive. Our approach is rooted in the principles of emotional connection, trust, and understanding, ensuring that every child feels safe, supported and valued. By recognising the impact of attachment on learning and behaviour, we provide emotion coaching to nurture emotional well-being and resilience. This approach empowers pupils to develop confidence, manage challenges effectively, and engage fully in their learning, enabling them to flourish both academically and personally.

We recognise that supporting pupils' emotional health is essential to their overall development. SASM provides a nurturing Christian environment where pupils feel valued and supported. Key initiatives include access to emotional literacy support, wellbeing activities, and an open-door policy for students to seek help when needed. These efforts align with their safeguarding principles, ensuring all children can thrive in a safe and caring community. 

Click here for more information about our wellbeing approach

At St Andrew’s and St Mark’s, we enable pupils to flourish through a holistic approach to their spiritual, academic, and personal growth. Our Religious Education (RE) curriculum, guided by the diocesan scheme, helps pupils learn from and about religion, encouraging deep reflection on Christian values and their relevance to everyday life. Each class has a prayer corner, allowing children to explore different faiths and reflect on their spiritual journey. Our collective worship is a central part of school life, celebrating the achievements of the pupils—both academically and personally—while promoting spirituality. Weekly celebration worship provides opportunities to recognise the successes of pupils. Pupils attend church services 4 times per year; this an opportunity for the whole community to worship together. Additionally, through Spacemakers, pupils have daily moments of reflection, helping them to pause, think deeply and reconnect with themselves. Finally, at the close of each school day, we come together for our school prayer, reinforcing the Christian foundation of our school community.

Click here for more information about spirituality at SASM

As a Silver Rights Respecting School, accredited by UNICEF UK, we place children’s rights at the heart of everything we do, creating a culture where every child feels valued, respected and empowered. By embedding the principles of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) into our daily practice, we help pupils develop a strong sense of self-worth, empathy and respect for others. This rights-based approach supports their emotional well-being, encourages positive relationships and fosters a sense of agency, enabling them to thrive academically, socially and personally in a safe and inclusive environment. This year, we are working towards our Gold Award.