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Ages 5 to 7 years Key Stage One consists of Year 1 and Year 2 classes. Children are encouraged to develop their ideas, understanding and language as they begin to assimilate the knowledge, concepts and skills that will provide the basis on which to build their lives. French is introduced in Year 1 ,and weekly swimming from Year 2. The Infant School is housed in a separate unit with a large garden and playing area and offers a happy, secure environment. During these vital early years great emphasis is placed on the development of good social skills and the attaining of a confident grasp on the basic subjects. Children are taught in small groups and as the year progresses, learn to read, write and handle numbers with confidence. Other subjects, such as French, Science and ICT are also introduced in a relaxed and informal way.
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