Junior School Curriculum
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Academic
At Adcote we plan for opportunities to go beyond the National Curriculum, offering a diverse range of enriching learning experiences both within and outside of the classroom.
We plan a wide range of activities that not only support the core curriculum but also provide avenues for developing specialist skills like computing, performing or languages, thereby enriching children’s cultural capital.
A primary focus of our curriculum is to inspire the students, developing their CLEAR skills so that they desire to not only engage with the learning, but also to be active in driving their learning forward. We have a reputation for nurturing well-rounded individuals who are not only academically successful but also socially and culturally aware.
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CLEAR Learning
CLEAR Learning lies at the heart of what we do. It reflects the culture of our school, and is the catalyst for the core values that we hone during the time the girls are with us.
In the Prep area, we celebrate all aspects of CLEAR, within all aspects of school life. This can be in the classroom or during activities. We have various Challenge and CLEAR days, where the girls will be able to take part in activities and work as a team, interacting with different age groups. Girls can also earn awards with stars (primary) and merits (Years 7 and 8). Certificates are also awarded during the weekly Prep School Assembly.
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Our Girls Roar
These experiences underpin and expand on their in-class education, increasing their range of skills and knowledge and giving rich contexts for furthering their CLEAR skills.
| Cook on a fire | Build a den | Sing with others | Learn from failure |
| Plant it, grow it, eat it | Learn to swim and be safe in water | Learn cookery basics | Paddle in the sea |
| Learn to ride a bike and be safe on the road | Learn to play a musical instrument | Do something for charity | Perform on stage |
| Try foods from a different country | Build a sand fort | Learn to converse in a foreign language | Create a piece of art from nature |
| Go on an overnight school trip | Visit a museum | See a play in a theatre | Visit an art gallery |
| Have a responsibility | Learn to lead | Programme a robot | Share reading challenges |
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Whole School Events
Throughout the year, Challenge days and themed days/weeks are woven into the curriculum to extend and enhance the breadth and balance of opportunities we offer our students. These include Anti-Bullying Week, Online Safety Day, World Mental Health Day, World Book Day, European Day of Languages, Harvest celebration and much more.
The Challenge days provide wonderful opportunities for the whole school to get together meeting diverse challenges such as learning to play African drums.
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Pastoral Support
We pride ourselves in the Prep School of being a caring and nurturing school. We have an open door policy for all parents and pupils. We will always make time to listen and discuss, as we believe that this is the key to understanding and consideration of one another.
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An Enriched Learning Experience
We have an active and enthusiastic approach to the Performing Arts at Adcote. The pupils have a variety of opportunities to take part and build confidence through performance in both non- and competitive scenarios. There are annual Christmas productions within the Prep School plus various other opportunities to perform throughout the year including taking the LAMDA award. The pupils have various choral groups they can join, plus the option of music lessons in everything from singing to piano to a variety of musical instruments. We also take part in various local and national competitions with the pupils having won many trophies for the cabinet!
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