Key Stage 1 Teaching and Learning
Key Stage 1 Key Stage 1 is formed of four Year 1 and Year 2 parallel classes covering the age range 5 years to 7 years. There are two mixed ability classes in Year 1 and Year 2. Each class is taught by a qualified teacher and supported by a teaching assistant.
Year 1: Kingfisher Class and Teal Class Year 2: Avocet Class and Curlew Class
Learning through a Creative Curriculum Our creative and skills based curriculum incorporates big ideas, engaging approaches to learning and ignites curiosity and inquiry. A creative curriculum is one in which students learn through creative and active teaching strategies. Creative curriculum gets beyond rote learning and focuses on big ideas, interesting projects, and individual students’ passions and needs. Often when we think of creativity, we think about tangible art, such as literature and music. These things can be an important part of a creative curriculum, but we believe that every element of a curriculum can be approached creatively, from science to math to history. Each term begins with a Sizzling Start that creates awe and wonder in our young learners followed by projects that build to a Marvelous Middle and a Fantastic Finish. Within each thematic unit of learning, we include discrete teaching of Mathematics and English skills that enable our learners to make secure progress across all areas of learning. This fully prepares each and every child for their transition to Year 3. In addition to this we enrich our curriculum with a team of specialists in Music, Physical Education and French as well as offering a comprehensive co-curricular programme outside of school hours. Home learning Home learning is an important part of your child’s daily routine enabling them to reinforce skills and concepts taught in the classroom. It also allows them to share their new knowledge, understanding and successes with you. The task will be appropriate to your child’s needs and level of understanding. Reading and spellings should be a daily activity and any comments about your child’s enjoyment or ability can be recorded in the Home-Link Book. Home learning activities are based on English, Mathematics and the termly topic.
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