Music
Children enjoy practical music making in classes, learning about
different aspects of music e.g. rhythm, texture, pitch. The school
has a large supply of instruments which have recently been updated.
We have an excellent visiting pianist who inspires children to sing.
Each term a production is performed by a different age group in
the school.
Art
In Reception children are encouraged to be creative by exploring
a range of mediums and simple techniques, inspired by topic work.
As they progress through the school, children use more complex techniques
and develop skills to create a variety of imaginative 2D and 3D
work. Children explore art by a variety of artists, craftspeople
and designers. Children also experience art from different cultures
through class and whole school projects.
Physical Education
The P.E. Curriculum is made up of three areas: games, gymnastics
and dance. All children have a weekly opportunity to enjoy either
gym or dance indoors and games or athletics outdoors. The school
is well resourced with large and small apparatus. There is a varied
selection of sports clubs on offer.
Swimming
The Local Authority now only pays for the hire of the pool and parents
are asked to make a small weekly contribution towards the cost of
transport to the pool. Swimming is taught either by an instructor
from the pool or a member of the school staff.
Design & Technology
By investigating models and discussing real life problems the children
are able to plan and make their own designs, ranging from moving
cards to moving vehicles. They are also encouraged to work collaboratively
to solve problems that are often related to other curriculum areas,
such as designing a torch or making a model WW2 bomb shelter. The
school has a cooking area where food technology activities can be
enjoyed.
