Key Stage 1

Year 1 and Year 2 comprise Key Stage 1 of the British Curriculum.

Subjects

Literacy : Each day the children have a literacy lesson which is made up of three strands- word level, sentence level and text level. They also have additional Oxford Reading Tree (ORT) sessions which relate specifically to our reading scheme.

Mathematics : The children have daily maths lessons which cover four main strands; Shape and Space, Number, Problem Solving and Data Handling. We focus on mental skills and use games to consolidate concepts.

Theme Work :comprises a large part of the schedule and covers important core curriculum areas which include the subject areas of Geography, Religious Education, Science, History, and Design & Technology. which are taught mostly through theme lessons. Some of this theme work takes place in individual classes, some takes place in theme centres and some during theme days. Other areas of learning are also integrated into theme work as appropriate

Science : children learn and use scientific investigation methods to explore life processes, physical processes and materials.

History : children explore their place in time by finding about things from the past (e,g. toys). They learn how we find out about things from the past.

Geography : children explore their place in space by finding out about their local area and comparing it to other places around the world.

Religious Education : Children develop an understanding and appreciation of various religions and cultures.

PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education): Children are encouraged to develop healthy habits, responsible behaviour and social skills.

Information & Communication Technology : We have a well-resourced computer room where each child has time to develop their computer skills.

Physical Education : The curriculum areas cover dance, games, gymnastics and swimming. The children travel to a well equipped local gymnasium and to a nearby swimming pool for these parts of the curriculum.

Design & Technology : The children explore how things work and participate in designing and making things for themselves.

Music : The children listen and respond to music. They sing songs and play instruments to include a wide range of music. They participate in regular school assembly performances and in our annual Christmas Concert.

Art : The children explore using many different media and materials to create a range of different art and craft projects. The focus is on creativity and enjoyment.