Dedicated reading time for every child
Grounds and Ecology Zone used as a classroom
Expansive Curriculum taught by subject specialists
Senior School staff and facilities from Prep
Firm foundations, with high expectations at every level
The Core Curriculum gives every child firm foundations in literacy, numeracy and STEM. Learning is enriched through programmes such as robotics, where children develop creativity, collaboration and confident problem-solving.
Work is clearly differentiated and expectations are high, so each child is stretched at the right level while being fully supported. PSHE runs through every curriculum area rather than sitting apart from it, so wellbeing and character are part of ordinary lessons.
The step up to senior education starts early and gently
The Expansive Curriculum is delivered by specialist teachers across drama, languages, art and design, Forest School, music and environmental education. Prep children also have access to specialist teaching resources in the Senior School and to specialist sports staff.
Judo takes place in the school's own dojo and gymnastics in a fully equipped gymnasium, alongside team and individual sport.
Every child reads every day
Reading is a daily, dedicated part of the timetable, and progress is monitored through our Accelerated Reading programme, so teachers can match books to ability and keep each child moving forward.
Regular reading underpins confidence across every other subject.
The grounds and the coast are part of how children learn
A broad programme, built for a lasting enjoyment of being active.
surfing from Year 1, within Coastal Adventures under Outdoor Education
swimming lessons at Northam Swimming Pool
tag rugby, football and netball
judo in the school’s own dojo
gymnastics in a fully equipped gymnasium
athletics through the summer term
environmental work connected to the Earth Centre and our Ecology Zone
Room to find where interests lie
Music is part of school life from the earliest years, with instrumental lessons available from Year 2. Alongside drama, art and design, this gives children room to perform, make and create with growing confidence.
By Year 6, the next step already feels familiar
Children have been taught by subject specialists, have used Senior School resources and have a settled record of achievement across a wide curriculum. Clearly differentiated work with high expectations means each child is known and moved on at their own pace, so they arrive at senior school confident, capable and prepared.
Frequently asked questions
What subjects are taught in Years 3 to 6?
A Core Curriculum of literacy, numeracy and STEM, enriched by programmes such as robotics, alongside an Expansive Curriculum of drama, languages, art and design, Forest School, music and environmental education. PSHE is integrated across all curriculum areas.
Who teaches specialist subjects?
Specialist teachers deliver the Expansive Curriculum, and Prep children also benefit from specialist Senior School resources and sports staff, with judo in the school's own dojo and gymnastics in a fully equipped gymnasium.
How do you stretch and support each child?
Work is clearly differentiated with high expectations at every level, so each child is stretched where they are ready and supported where they need it. Daily reading is tracked through our Accelerated Reading programme.
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