Language | While we teach in English, other languages are always encouraged and home languages are celebrate |
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Mathematics | Children begin to understand mathematics through numbers, counting, comparing, shapes, patterns, measuring quantities, graphing and sorting. The calendar activities conducted during Circle time are an important aspect of the mathematical programme. |
Units of Inquiry | In keeping within the philosophy of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), Social Studies and Science will be taught within Units of Inquiry. These Units will run for approximately 8 weeks and will incorporate as many subjects as appropriate. |
Physical Education | In addition to the school curriculum, teachers address issues of PSPE as and when appropriate. In a secure and safe environment the children are made aware of their physical capabilities. We aim to develop their skills through swimming, games, dance and gymnastics activities. |
Music | In music, students explore different families of instruments. They learn different songs and discover how to manipulate music to fit how they feel. |
Information and Communication Technology | The students consolidate their knowledge of technology and are encouraged to use IT vocabulary, where appropriate, to support their learning. At this level, mouse skills are emphasised. Basic keyboard skills are introduced later on in the year. The children are also given opportunities to use Learn Pads to develop their learning. |
Library | All students visit the library once a week. During their visit, they select books to bring home and enjoy a story read to them by the librarian. They learn how to take care of books, develop the responsibility for returning books, understand the role of the author and illustrator. They become aware of the location of picture books, the different parts of a book and are introduced to basic citation. Parents are welcome to borrow up to 5 books for 2 weeks. |
French | In Reception, students focus on Family, stories, materials and digital interactive learning. Children are introduced to basic French language and classroom communication. They are also introduced to numbers 0 to 15 (although we push it to 20) and basic colours. Throughout the year, numbers 0 to 15, basic colours and greetings are reinforced through a variety of songs, activities, games and assessment. |
Spanish | In Spanish, students learn about Families. They are introduced to basic greetings in Spanish and how to use Spanish vocabulary eg. how to say father, mother, sister and brother. The students are also be introduced to numbers and colours in Spanish. They will also be introduced to numbers 15 to 30. The basic colours, greetings and basic introductions will also be continuously reviewed. |
Zambian Studies | Our lessons incorporate what is learned in class, using local vernacular. We consolidate and make terms familiar and fun to learn. |
Homework | Students will begin with reading picture books and by the end of term 2 most children will be reading word books. Children should be reading every evening for about 10 minutes and spend no more than 20 minutes on their homework each evening. |