The justification for the inclusion of core subjects in the primary curriculum has been highlighted by Robin Alexander (2004). He refers to the 2002 Ofsted report (pp18-19) which found 'a link between breadth, balance and standards' and it was 'the breadth and richness of the curriculum which helped to ensure the quality of teaching and learning in literacy and numeracy" Ofsted (2002, p11) found that the most successful primary schools, with high scores in English, mathematics and science, offered a rich curriculum, including “the humanities, physical education and arts". This has contributed greatly to developing pupils' imagination, creativity, self-confidence and "a positive attitude towards school". Barnes (2011) argues that a rich and broad curriculum will enable each child to find their particular strengths, so that they can gain a sense of personal achievement. To make learning enjoyable, Barnes suggests that teachers should encourage children to discuss their different points of view to increase motivation. The curriculum must be designed so that the child's experiences at school evoke positive feelings. This implies that the school curriculum can offer richness and the opportunity for every child to excel, only through the inclusion of a wide range of core subjects. Their inclusion, however, places considerable time pressure on teachers to cover the curriculum. The dilemma requires inventiveness on the part of teachers in identifying ways to make best use of teaching time. The Principles of Effective Teaching and Learning in Core Subjects: Ofsted (2002) found that the most effective primary school teachers were skilled at making links between different subjects so that pupils could gain deeper knowledge of......the medium of the papers, the group discussion led by the teacher helped the children to express positive feelings.Conclusion:The principles of effective teaching in basic school subjects include careful and detailed lesson planning, where there is also space for flexibility; clear learning objectives based on the national curriculum; solid knowledge of the subject; and efficient use of available time and resources. The inclusion of core subjects in the national curriculum greatly increases opportunities for creative thinking both on the part of the teacher in the selection, design, planning and delivery of sometimes interdisciplinary lessons, and in the development of creative and imaginative thinking among pupils. Effective teaching of core subjects can include teaching strategies that tap into your child's previously unrecognized talents and give them opportunities to shine.