The National Curriculum - Key Stage 1
Mathematics
Mathematics is planned and taught using the Primary National Framework. Each lesson includes an opportunity for mental and oral work, along with whole class teaching based upon a central learning objective, followed by activities differentiated at the child’s own ability level and ends with a whole class plenary. The National Curriculum divides the teaching of mathematics into four areas:
- Using and applying mathematics
- Number and algebra
- Space, shape and measures
- Data handling
Maths booklets containing information about their child’s numeracy targets and games are provided for parents to enable them to support learning at home. Children are encouraged to solve problems through an investigative approach and activities are mainly practical in order to promote interest and excitement.
Science
Science and scientific enquiry is taught through contexts linked to Life Processes and Living things, such as growing things, mini-beasts, our bodies and keeping healthy; Materials and their properties and Physical Processes, such as creating electricity and investigating forces.
Children are given the opportunity to carry out scientific investigations and to record and interpret their findings. A variety of teaching approaches are used in the teaching of early scientific skills and emphasis is given to practical activities and first hand experience.
Information Communication Technology (ICT)
The school has a large, dedicated Computer Suite equipped with an Interactive Whiteboard and networked PC’s that can be accessed by an entire class at one given time. In addition, every classroom in Key Stage One has an interactive whiteboard along with three networked PC’s. Further networked access is available in the library and in the workroom dedicated to small group work.
All classes are timetabled to use the Computer suite on several occasions throughout the week. Every child is given opportunities to use a variety of computer programs designed to ensure the National Curriculum guidelines for ICT are fully met. Children develop skills in word processing, data and information handling, simulation and control technology.
Children’s learning is also enhanced through their use of digicams and during their time in school they will have opportunities to engage in basic animation and film-making.
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