The Infants

Each child spends between two and three years in the Infant class, where we follow Early Learning Goals as part of the Foundation Stage and the National Curriculum. Our approach is partly topic and partly subject based, with a strong emphasis placed on the basic skills of literacy and numeracy.

Work in English and Mathematics follows closely the Government guidelines on literacy and numeracy. We use the Abacus Scheme as a resource and place strong emphasis on practical activities throughout the Infant Stage. Our Reading Schemes incorporate a wide range of publications to cater for the whole range of interests, abilities and preferences. There is a strong parental involvement in our approach to reading, which we find both popular and successful.

The aim of the topic-based curriculum is first to capture the imagination and enthusiasm of the child and then to develop skills and understanding in so doing. Science, History and Geography are taught largely through topics. Ample opportunities are provided for practical activities, allowing the child to enjoy Art, ICT, Music, Physical Education and Drama to the full. We place a strong emphasis on the environment, taking great pride in our school and the village and when the opportunity arises visit the local area.

Our aim in the Infant class is to provide a welcoming, caring, secure and organised working environment, so that each child may develop fully, well prepared for the Junior stage.