In the Early Years Unit all the children follow the Foundation Stage Curriculum.
This curriculum sets early learning goals.
From Year 1 the key elements of the School Curriculum are
the National Curriculum which is
comprised as follows:-
Core subjects: English, Mathematics, Science, I.C.T., R.E.
Foundation subjects: Technology, History, Geography
Music, Art, Physical Education
Each year the pupils study this broad range of subjects, under the
guidance of their class teacher.
Education in sexual matters is dealt with as may seem appropriate in the
context of the social and moral education conveyed through the broad
curriculum, according to the school policy. This states that, although Sex
Education is not formally taught, it is covered in a natural and low profile
manner both in Science and through Personal, Social and Health and
Citizenship Education.
At KS1 we aim to:
1. encourage the asking and answering of questions in a straightforward
and honest manner
2. introduce an acceptable vocabulary and promote sensible and healthy
attitudes to bodily functions, personal hygiene and health care
3. begin to study growth and reproduction in animals and plants.
At KS2 we include:
1. increased knowledge of growth, physical changes and reproduction
2. increased consideration of self and others
3. consideration of gender roles
4. increased knowledge of health care services.
Outside speakers, e.g. school nurse, a dentist, may contribute to a specific
part of the Health Education programme.
We would ask you for co-operation in this approach but would draw your
attention to the fact that parents have the right to withdraw their child
from any sex education over and above that which forms part of the
national curriculum.
In addition other curriculum areas will be included such as:-
PSHCE (Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship Education) also includes
Environmental, Multi- cultural, Health, Citizenship and Gender issues.
Subjects are taught both through an integrated topic approach and as
specific subjects where and when appropriate, with the necessary
emphasis on literacy and numeracy. Various teaching methods are employed.
Children may be taught on an individual basis, in groups and as a whole
class as and when appropriate.
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