Writing – curriculum information
‘Our vision at Clifton is to inspire the next generation of writers. We encourage all pupils to develop a love of writing by giving them the essential skills and knowledge needed and also an understanding of the writer’s craft so that they can thrive to become confident and imaginative in their own work.’
“I like using capital letters. I am good at it.” Sonny – Y1
“I love it when we meet authors like Clive Goddard. He’s an illustrator too. It’s so exciting to meet the author and learn what inspired them to write. I love it so much. I love using my imagination”. Brooklyn – Y4
“Writing is my favourite thing to do. I have had my story printed in a real book. I am going to be a writer when I grow up and I’m coming back to Clifton so I can talk to the children about writing like the authors do now. “ Adam – Y6
“Teachers have excellent subject knowledge.”
— Ofsted, Curriculum and teaching · February 2026
“Leaders have a sharp and accurate understanding of the school’s context, strengths and priorities.”
— Ofsted, Leadership and governance · February 2026
“Pupils thrive at Clifton Primary School.”
— Ofsted, Attendance and behaviour · February 2026
“Pupils are confident, resilient and empathetic.”
— Ofsted, Personal development and wellbeing · February 2026
“Interactions between staff and children are of a consistently high quality.”
— Ofsted, Early years · February 2026
“The expertise of staff ensures that pupils get the right help at the right time.”
— Ofsted, What it’s like to be a pupil at this school · February 2026
“Pupils feel that they belong, and they grow both socially and academically.”
— Ofsted, Leadership and governance · February 2026
“Pupils are proud of their school, and there is a strong sense of belonging.”
— Ofsted, What it’s like to be a pupil at this school · February 2026
“Pupils are respectful, happy and hardworking.”
— Ofsted, Attendance and behaviour · February 2026
“Pupil premium funding is used extremely effectively.”
— Ofsted, Inclusion · February 2026
“They are well prepared for secondary school.”
— Ofsted, Achievement · February 2026
“Inclusion underpins all of the practice at Clifton Primary School.”
— Ofsted, Inclusion · February 2026
“The curriculum is ambitious, creative and detailed across all subjects.”
— Ofsted, Curriculum and teaching · February 2026
“They move on as articulate, kind and culturally aware young people.”
— Ofsted, What it’s like to be a pupil at this school · February 2026
“Pupils achieve very well.”
— Ofsted, Achievement · February 2026