Marton Primary School

Curriculum & Learning

Brushes, Stages, and Melodies: How the Arts Quietly Power Academic Achievement at Marton Primary

Creative subjects are far more than a welcome break from core learning — at Marton Primary, music, drama, and visual arts are woven deliberately into the fabric of the school day. Research and classroom experience alike confirm that children who engage regularly with the arts develop stronger language, sharper reasoning, and greater confidence across every subject. This article explores why creative expression sits at the heart of what we do.

Jul 21, 2026

Curriculum & Learning

Pixels and Puddles: How Marton Primary Balances Digital Tools With the Irreplaceable Value of Outdoor Learning

Technology has transformed the modern classroom, but at Marton Primary we believe a tablet can never replace the lessons learned beneath an open sky. This article explores how we strike a deliberate, research-informed balance between digital learning and the outdoor experiences every child needs to truly thrive.

Jul 21, 2026

Curriculum & Learning

Turning Homework Time Into Learning Time: A Practical Guide for Parents at Marton Primary

Homework doesn't have to mean tears at the kitchen table. This guide offers evidence-informed, age-appropriate strategies to help your child build genuine study habits at home — and strengthen the vital partnership between school and family learning.

Jul 20, 2026

Curriculum & Learning

More Than Making Friends: How Emotional Intelligence Shapes the Children We Help Grow at Marton Primary

At Marton Primary School, we believe that learning to understand one's own emotions — and those of others — is as fundamental as reading or arithmetic. Our Social-Emotional Learning practitioners share how we weave emotional intelligence into the fabric of daily school life, and offer practical guidance for families wishing to continue that journey at home.

Jul 19, 2026

Curriculum & Learning

Why Play Is Serious Business: The Science and Practice Behind Marton Primary's Approach to Resilient, Confident Learners

At Marton Primary School, play is far more than a break between lessons — it is a cornerstone of how children develop the emotional strength, social intelligence, and creative thinking they need to thrive. Backed by decades of developmental research, our approach to play-based learning is deliberately woven into everyday school life. Here, we explore the evidence, the practice, and how families can bring these principles into the home.

Jul 19, 2026

Learning & Literacy

Growing Readers: How to Nurture Your Child's Literacy From Their First Day to Year 6

Understanding how your child learns to read at each stage of primary school can make an enormous difference to their progress and confidence. This guide walks parents through the key phonics phases, reading milestones, and home strategies that complement what we teach here at Marton Primary School. From sounding out first letters in Reception to tackling chapter books in Year 6, there is always something meaningful you can do to support your young reader.

Jul 18, 2026

Curriculum & Learning

Building Tomorrow's Thinkers: How Marton Primary Is Equipping Children for a World We Can't Yet Imagine

The jobs our children will hold in twenty years may not yet exist, but the skills they will need are already being nurtured in classrooms right here at Marton Primary School. From digital literacy to creative problem-solving, we are embedding future-ready competencies into everyday learning. Discover how our staff, curriculum, and community are working together to prepare every pupil for a rapidly evolving world.

Jul 18, 2026