Building Strong Foundations

Strong foundations matter. When foundational knowledge is carefully prioritised and sustained across phases, children are ready to access the full curriculum with independence and confidence.

Building Strong Foundations is a three-part leadership programme designed to help schools secure accurate and fluent reading, writing and mathematics and prevent gaps from widening over time.

Rooted in research evidence and national guidance, the programme supports leaders to align curriculum, teaching and assessment so that foundational knowledge is built early and strengthened year after year.

By the end of the programme, leaders will be able to:

• Articulate the foundational knowledge pupils need at each phase
• Evaluate how effectively it is secured and sustained
• Align curriculum, pedagogy and assessment
• Prioritise support for children most in need
• Strengthen coherence from Reception to Year 6
• Prioritise high-impact, manageable improvements

Programme format

3 x 2-hour live webinars

• Session 1: 16th June 1-3pm (Reception)
• Session 2: 23rd June 1-3pm (KS1)
• Session 3: 8th July 1-3pm (KS2)

Cost: £60 for all 3 sessions, including session recordings and audit tools

Who should attend?

We recommend the Deputy or Assistant Head (curriculum lead) attends all sessions and:

• EYFS Lead attends Session 1
• KS1 Lead attends Session 2
• KS2 Lead attends Session 3