The school has an ICT suite equipped with 16 computers and an interactive whiteboard. Each classroom also has an interactive whiteboard and individual computers. Children follow the QCA Scheme of work. ICT is a cross curricular subject and all relevant stages of the National Curriculum are covered. Children have timetabled ICT lessons and regular, frequent access to computers to enhance and extend their learning in all areas of the curriculum.

Art

We follow the programmes of study in the National Curriculum, supported by the QCA schemes of work. Children are able to experience various techniques such as painting, collage, sewing and clay work, as well as learning about the work of other artists. We hold a special 'Arts' week to maximize expert input for the pupils. We also use visits to enhance knowledge and skills.

Design & Technology

Children have the opportunity to research, design and construct their own products. We cover the areas of textiles, cookery, mechanisms and structures. Safety is of key importance in this area and children are taught to handle tools and materials carefully.

French

From the age of five children are taught French. We focus mainly on spoken language, although the children begin to do some written work higher up the school. French is taught in a fun and interactive way, using songs, puppets and games.

History and Geography

It is important that children have an understanding of the physical world and human society in which they are growing up. History and geography are taught as separate subjects, but we make links between the two wherever possible. Children follow the QCA schemes of work and we make use of class trips wherever possible to deepen the children’s understanding.

Religious Education

Importance is given to the teaching of Religious Education throughout the school. We follow the Surrey Religious Education Syllabus and all teaching is non-denominational.

Collection Worship

There is an Assembly each day which is broadly Christian in approach. Some assemblies are for infants and juniors separately. At least once a month we hold a 'Class Assembly' at which the whole school and parents of the children are present. It is our belief that assemblies are an important part of the primary school day.

Parents are also invited to special assemblies at Harvest and Christmas. We have local outside speakers who conduct assembly from time to time and the vicar from the local parish church regularly visits us.

Physical Education

At Dormansland we are following the general requirement of the National Curriculum to promote physical activity and healthy life styles, to develop positive attitudes and ensure safe practice. This is achieved by the teaching of games, gymnastics, dance, athletics and swimming. In addition to this outdoor and adventurous activities are planned.

Parents are invited to Sports Day in the summer, where every child takes part. The school also enters a team in the Junior District Sports competing against children from other local schools. Inter schools' competitions are also organized in football, netball, rounders, swimming and cricket. We have enjoyed the benefits of 'top sport' and 'top play' programmes. This has included staff training and excellent resources to improve children's games skills.

Music

Children throughout the school are encouraged to develop their musical abilities. We employ a specialist music teacher to provide an all-round musical education incorporating individual talents, improvisations, composition, notation, appreciation and singing. We have peripatetic music teachers for the teaching of piano, string and woodwind instruments.

PSHE & Citizenship

Personal, social and health education (PHSE) and citizenship help to give pupils the knowledge, skills and understanding to lead confident, healthy, independent lives and to become informed, active, responsible citizens. We encourage pupils to take part in a wide range of activities and experiences across and beyond the curriculum.

Sex Education

In this school, we have devised our own curriculum for sex and relationships education, which focuses not merely on knowledge but also on attitudes and interpersonal skills. Questions posed by the children are answered frankly and directly, taking into account the child's perceived level of understanding. In years 4, 5 and 6 we use a series of excellent videos as part of our sex education curriculum. The curriculum outline is available to any parent who is interested and we hold meetings for parents of children in Years 4, 5 and 6 to show the videos we use and answer any questions.