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We
plan our teaching in accordance with The National Curriculum
with flexibility for a broader focus on all curriculum areas.
All learning has a purpose and children are encouraged to
produce their best work at all times.
Reading:
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Our
children are taught to read through the Phonic and Flash Card
approach to reading. Children learn their sounds using Jolly
Phonics which equips the child to:- |
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blend
and build words in order to make sense of the written
word |
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build
up a wider visual memory |
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master
the reading code and develop core word attack skills |
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experience early success, thus building self confidence
and a feel good attitude |
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Reading
is the gateway to learning and therefore is a high priority
subject area where all children are heard to read every day
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English
for your child is about: |
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learning to read and use library and reference books to
further their knowledge |
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communicating effectively through a variety of media using
the written and spoken word |
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engaging in discussions and debates and expressing theirs
views and opinions with confidence |
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using the written word effectively to record, inspire
and persuade |
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developing
a correctly formed, neat cursive style of handwriting
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Mathematics
for your child is about: |
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the logic and fascination of numbers and patterns |
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understanding the language of Maths |
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thorough knowledge of multiplication tables and mental
recall of basic number bonds |
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handling data and recording information in a variety of
appropriate ways |
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an
ability to work with 2D and 3D shapes, weights, measures
and time |
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Science
for your child is about: |
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observing the environment, relating to current environmental
issues and accessing up to date information through I.T.
resources to inform our work. |
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using all our senses and the world around us to gain hands
on experience of science. |
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being encouraged to ask questions like 'What happens if....?
Why does it do that?....' |
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working with others to find solutions. |
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Our
Approach
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out more >>>
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Core
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Wider
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Assessment |
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Holistic
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