Years 1 and 2, Years 3 to 6
Subjects studied:
Art and Design:
Developing creativity and imagination through a wide variety of artistic skills, materials, tools and techniques.
English:
Developing reading and writing skills to encourage a love of books and a high level of understanding of both the mechanics and creativity of the written word.
French:
The emphasis is on the fun and enjoyment of discovering, learning and speaking a different language. This progresses to the reading and writing of simple French.
Geography:
Pupils progress from investigating their own local area, to gaining knowledge and understanding of other countries and the people who live there.
History:
Researching information and evidence of past times - learning and experiencing through themed days about past cultures.
ICT:
Developing confident and keyboard and computer skills, and an understanding of internet use, as a research and communication tool.
Mathematics:
Developing a good understanding of number work through games and activities, leading to excellent mental skills and confidence when working with numbers.
Music:
Developing an understanding of music through listening skills, composing, performance and research.
Physical Education:
Developing a positive attitude towards physical activity and a healthy lifestyle through fun and enjoyment in dance, gymnastic and games activities.
Religious Education:
Developing an understanding not only of the Catholic tradition, but of other faiths and beliefs through the topics within the "Here I am" programme.
Science:
Discovering Science through experiments, investigation and evaluation - developing an understanding of themselves and the world around them through scientific eyes.
"Education through independent learning and creative teaching"