Growing minds, building futures
Pupils in Years 3 to 6 are encouraged to become more independent learners and assume more responsibility for their daily tasks.
We put a lot of emphasis on problem-solving and practical learning, and encouraging the pupils to be curious and explore subjects in order to understand them better.
There are high expectations of work, independence, presentation and organisation for all our children in Key Stage 2.
Having Maths and English Specialists as the Year 5 and 6 form teachers ensures continuity for the last two years and enables the teachers to really know the children’s ability in these subjects which form the basis of the 11+.
Year 5 sit weekly practice tests from the February half term and throughout the Autumn term of Year 6. In the Autumn term of Year 6 children have lessons on interview skills followed by practice interviews with either the Head or Deputy Head. Both Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning are taught in class through tests and applied practice.
Currriculum
A broad curriculum to stimulate and challenge pupils
There are high expectations of work, independence, presentation and organisation for children in Key Stage 2. Standardised testing continues and progress is tracked which contributes towards scholarships offers within school.
Tracking also helps inform conversations with parents about future schools. Each day begins with Maths and English followed by the other subjects taught by class teachers (Geography, History, Religious Studies, Reasoning, Computing, PSHE and Drama).
EXTRA-CURRICULAR, CLUBS & TRIPS
Learning outside of the classroom
Key Stage 2 children have the opportunity to take a day trip each term. With a wealth of museums, theatres and locations to visit, our trips are carefully planned to support and extend classroom learning, often including tailored workshops.
There is also a residential trip each year open to Key Stage 2.
Clubs are run after school by teachers from Monday to Thursday. They draw on the interests and talents of our teachers with some external clubs at an additional cost. Clubs change each term and are run after school until 5.15pm.