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Key stage 2
As the children progress to Key Stage 2, in addition to the specialist lessons which take place in the younger years, children are also taught Science and Dance by specialist teachers as part of their curriculum. In Years 3 and 4, form teachers teach a core number of subjects to their form such as English, History, Geography and PSHE. In Years 5 and 6, most subjects are taught by specialist teachers including English and Maths. Cross- curricular links between subjects such as History and English are made where relevant and possible. For example, events such as the stage productions in Years 2, 4 and 6 provide opportunities for cross-curricular work across the arts.
STEAM subjects are also promoted in Years 4 to 6 through projects incorporating Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths and Art.
For more information on specific areas of learning, please refer to the curriculum overviews on the Parent Portal.
specialist teaching in the Prep school
In the younger years, the curriculum is predominantly taught by class teachers. As the pupils progress through the School, subjects are taught increasingly by specialists.
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KS1
KS2 – Years 3-4
KS2 – Years 5-6
PE
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Music
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Art/Design Technology
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Drama
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Science
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MFL
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Dance
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Computing
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English
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Mathematics
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Library Session
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Forest School
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Hillend (Residential in Y3)
Bushcraft (Residential in Y6)