Curriculum FOUNDATION STAGE The Foundation Stage has its own curriculum with early learning goals which most children should be able to achieve by the end of their year in Reception. The early learning goals are a series of aims within seven areas of development and learning. These areas are:-
Prime Areas Personal, Social and Emotional Children are encouraged to become confident and independent while learning to concentrate and to enjoy sharing in a group. Communication and Language Children communicate with one another and develop skills in talking. Physical Development Children improve control and co-ordination of their bodies while learning to move and to handle equipment. They develop awareness of ways to keep healthy and safe.
Specific Areas Literacy Using their phonics in their reading and writing.
CURRICULUM We believe all children are entitled to an exciting and interesting curriculum. Through detailed planning based on our thorough assessments we endeavour to create a learning environment that motivates all children and inspires them to achieve their best.
Mathematics Ideas about number, quantity, measurement, shape and space are explored. Understanding of the World Children begin finding out about the things, places and people around them and everyday technology.
We have an excellent academic track record, performing consistently above National expectations. Our curriculum is enhanced in school by visiting drama groups, musicians, dance experts, sports specialists as well as local artists and speakers.
Expressive Arts and Design Children explore ways of using their imagination and of communicating by using colour, shape, sound, movement and stories.
The school organisation is as follows:-
During the first term the curriculum is very similar to that which your child will have experienced in nursery or play group; play based, hands-on and active. Social and communication skills are fostered encouraging children to build bonds with their peers and become familiar with their environment. The second term introduces more teacher led activities - still practically based - building concentration and fine motor skills. During the final term concentration skills continue to be developed further and literacy and numeracy lessons, still with an active and practical focus, become a regular event in preparation for Year 1.
Foundation Stage - Reception Key Stage 1 - Years 1 and 2 Key Stage 2 - Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 Teaching time for Reception and Key Stage 1 - 22 hours 30 minutes per week Teaching time for Key Stage 2 - 23 hours 45 minutes per week
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