Curriculum
At Oakfield we aim to provide all our pupils
with a broad and balanced curriculum, which meets the needs of
individual pupils. We aim to ensure that all pupils make steady
progress and achieve highly, being presented with a curriculum that
reflects their experiences, backgrounds and abilities. We believe
that children are taught and learn at all times during the school
day and therefore we see the hidden curriculum as an integral
part of a child’s overall education. A good education equips a
child to be a lifelong learner and therefore opens the doors of
opportunity.
Pre
Prep
Developing
skills and self-confidence
In the Foundation Stage and Year One classes,
children attend school full time and are taught by the form
teachers, specialist teachers, and assistants.
Pupils enjoy weekly sessions of Swimming,
Physical Education, French, Music, plus Art and Crafts.
Educational approach
Much of the teaching is topic based and
cross-curricular. It includes elementary science, geography, and
history. Great emphasis is also given to literacy, numeracy and
life skills.
Reading is taught primarily by phonics, but
our educational approach varies to suit every child. There is a
wide selection of reading schemes and children are encouraged to
take books home on a regular basis. Maths is taught using practical
examples, and early computer skills are also introduced.
Teachers pay particular attention to
developing children’s social skills to ensure that they are ready
to integrate more fully with older members of the school.
Upper
School
The Upper School is a vibrant and friendly
environment which nurtures the children’s confidence and
self-esteem. All pupils experience a vast wealth of opportunities
during the crucial learning ages of 6-11 years, whilst establishing
excellent academic foundations.
In the Upper School, there are fantastic
opportunities available to the children. Specialist teaching is
introduced, more clubs are offered, musical groups are
broadened and the children have the opportunity to take part in
lots of inter-school sports competitions.