Literacy

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Develop the children's self-expression through the written and spoken word.
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Promote the understanding and appreciation of the written word in all its forms.
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Develop the skills of reading fluently and accurately.
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Develop the skills of writing appropriately for a variety of occasions and purposes.
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Develop a legible style of handwriting.
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Numeracy

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Promote and develop mathematical skills, knowledge and understanding
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Promote a positive attitude towards number and mathematics in general.
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Help each pupil appreciate the importance of mathematics as a life skill.
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Teach a range of strategies, including mental and practical strategies.
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Develop an understanding of mathematical language.
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Promote a positive ability to develop problem-solving and reasoning strategies. |
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Science

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Stimulate and encourage children’s natural curiosity.
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Provide knowledge and facts to enable them to develop their understanding.
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Encourage children to use their own first-hand experiences and knowledge to help them investigate and tackle problem-solving situations.
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Develop the children's ability to investigate, to carry out fair tests and to present their findings clearly.
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Bring children to an understanding that will allow them to acquire knowledge and scientific skills.
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History

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Encourage an understanding and appreciation of the past and its effect on our lives today.
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Develop an understanding about famous people from the past, their lives and their culture.
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Develop an understanding about events from the past and how they have affected our lives.
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Develop and encourage research skills using historical resources in order to be able to make informed judgments.
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Geography

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Develop in the children an interest in their own surroundings and in other parts of the world.
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Enable an appreciation of the effects of human influence on various environments.
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Compare and contrast various environments and surroundings.
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Develop mapping skills and understand the importance of representations, signs and symbols.
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Design and Technology

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Stimulate curiosity and discover how things work and are made
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Explore the nature of materials, their structures and the effects of forces on them.
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Encourage children to use and apply skills they have already learnt.
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Use tools and techniques safely.
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Information and Communication Technology

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Stimulate and promote the use of ICT in order to support, enhance and extend learning opportunities.
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Develop pupils’ awareness of the use if ICT not only in the classroom, but in everyday life.
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Encourage and promote safe use of the internet.
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Teach a range of strategies, including mental and practical strategies.
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Help both pupils and staff to develop confidence and competence to use ICT in a range of contexts appropriate to the task in hand. |
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Art

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Develop an understanding of art, craft and design through a range of activities and by using a variety of materials, referring to a range of artists as a starting point
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Provide opportunities to explore the use of colour, pattern, texture, shape, tone and form.
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Provide opportunities to develop creativity, practical skills and an appreciation of art in all its forms.
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Religious Education

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Develop in the children a love of God an understanding of the principles of the Gospel in the tradition of the Catholic faith.
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To develop the appreciation of different faiths, cultures and beliefs.
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To foster a caring and sharing attitude towards others.
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Music

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Encourage the enjoyment and appreciation of music.
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Introduce children to a range of musical instruments; know how they are played and the sounds they make.
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Develop listening and performance skills.
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Allow the children to express themselves freely through Music.
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Personal Social and Health Education / Citizenship

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Enable the children to develop a responsible approach to life.
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Promote awareness of how we should treat each other.
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Develop an understanding about creating a healthy and happy life style.
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Develop a sense of citizenship and community.
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Develop the knowledge skills and understanding they need to lead confident and independent lives. |
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Physical Development

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Promote physical activity and a healthy lifestyle.
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Develop a general fitness through a variety of activities.
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Develop a sense of good sportsmanship and fair play.
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Be aware of good practice and safety when working with others and using equipment.
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