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Junior Department

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The Junior Department prides itself on its child centred approach, which creates an environment where all pupils feel safe and valued. Pastoral care is of the utmost importance to us. Small class size also promotes learning; our pupils are challenged academically and taught to be independent thinkers.

Curriculum in the Junior Department reflects the demands of the National Curriculum; each year we achieve good KS2 SATs results. We also offer specialist teaching in Art, PE and Music, as well as the opportunity to learn a Modern Foreign Language, which is such a valuable skill in today's world. ICT features highly and is used across the curriculum to promote learning.

Each year, Junior Pupils are offered a wide variety of extra-curricular subjects. The PE Department offers coaching in different skills; teams enter all local sporting competitions; pupils enjoy gym, dance, chess, ju-jitsu - the list is varied and endless. A regular programme of visits to theatres, museums, art galleries enriches our curriculum.

We also arrange residential courses for our Class 5 and 6 pupils to enjoy different challenges outside school and broaden their experience. Life in the Junior Department is busy and varied.

Music features strongly here, as it does throughout the school. The Junior Choir is well supported and there are many opportunities for instrumental lessons for all age groups. Regular school concerts and productions are enjoyed by pupils, staff and parents alike.

Year 6 are the oldest pupils in the Junior Department. They are still encouraged to take a full part in all the extra curricular activities, but their academic experiences inevitably place greater demands upon them. We work hard to make it a smooth transition between the Senior Department and the Junior.

The Entrance Examination for the Senior Department is held in February. In May, year 6 pupils take Key Stage 2 SATs. Year 6 also enjoy a level of increased responsibility in the Junior School.

(Pupils) behave with courtesy and consideration to one another and to adults... relationships based on mutual trust and respect... they are pleasant, open and friendly young people ISC Inspection Report 2004

They lead the Junior School Council, which is a valuable forum where pupils are encouraged to discuss school issues and voice their opinions in a constructive way.

Year 6 also take on the role of Junior Prefects acting as mentors and role models for the younger pupils. They help to organise the Junior Library. In school events such as Prize Day and the Carol Service, members of year 6 take a more prominent role.

This level of increased responsibility and greater independence prepares them well for their passage into the Senior School.