Curriculum - Subjects
The National Literacy and Numeracy Strategies
The Government has put in place strategies for teaching English and Mathematics.
The National Literacy Strategy framework supports the teaching of reading and writing and some aspects of speaking and listening. The National Numeracy Strategy framework supports all sections of the programmes of study for mathematics. In most classes about an hour a day is allocated to both literacy and numeracy.
Other Subjects
A topic approach to learning is often found useful to deliver many of the other subjects because there are many common links. However, all subjects are taught discreetly when they do not fit naturally into the planned topics. The progression of topics is carefully planned to provide continuity of experiences as the children move through the school.
Cross Curricular Issues
Some issues cut across conventional curriculum boundaries. Cross-curricular issues such as personal and social education (including health education, environmental awareness, citizenship and economic and industrial understanding), multicultural education, equal opportunities, special education and information technology will permeate all aspects of the school curriculum. Positive attitudes towards cultural diversity, special needs and gender equality will be promoted and fostered in all pupils as well as amongst teaching and support staff.
Assessment, Profiling, Reporting
Teacher assessment is on going and made throughout your child's time in school - we believe this to be the most important form of assessment as it helps the teacher to plan work for individual children and make judgements about their progress. In addition to teacher assessment, more formal summative assessments are made from time to time - such as Baseline assessment in the Reception class and optional Standard Assessment Tests. At the end of Year 2 and 6 the children take the government Standard Assessment Tests or Tasks (SATs).
A formal written report is sent to parents annually. Parents have the opportunity to meet with class teachers at least once each term in order to discuss their child's progress. Additionally, parents are welcome to come in at other times if they have concerns, information, or feel they would like to discuss their child. It is advisable to ring or call in to arrange a mutually convenient time.
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