Lower School
For Reception to Year 4 Curriculum Overviews
Government Funded Early Years Childcare
We are pleased to offer both 15-hour and 30-hour Government Funded Childcare for eligible children in our Early Years provision. Funding is available from your childโs 4th birthday until the term in which they turn 5 years old. To access funded hours, parents/carers will need to: 1.โ โ Register and apply through the Government childcare website. 2.โ โ Receive your eligibility code. 3.โ โ Share the code with us so that we can process the funding application on your behalf.
For more information and to apply, please visit:
Government Funded Early Years Childcare
We are pleased to offer both 15-hour and 30-hour Government Funded Childcare for eligible children in our Early Years provision. Funding is available from your childโs 4th birthday until the term in which they turn 5 years old. To access funded hours, parents/carers will need to: 1.โ โ Register and apply through the Government childcare website. 2.โ โ Receive your eligibility code. 3.โ โ Share the code with us so that we can process the funding application on your behalf.
For more information and to apply, please visit:
Government Funded Early Years Childcare
We are pleased to offer both 15-hour and 30-hour Government Funded Childcare for eligible children in our Early Years provision. Funding is available from your childโs 4th birthday until the term in which they turn 5 years old. To access funded hours, parents/carers will need to: 1.โ โ Register and apply through the Government childcare website. 2.โ โ Receive your eligibility code. 3.โ โ Share the code with us so that we can process the funding application on your behalf.
For more information and to apply, please visit:
Lower School Expectations
At The Independent Grammar School: Durham, we believe that high expectations, excellent behaviour and strong routines are essential in helping pupils achieve their full potential. In Lower School, we encourage pupils to develop independence, resilience and pride in their learning as they progress through Years 1โ6. We expect all pupils to: โขโ โ Be respectful, polite and kind to others โขโ โ Listen carefully and follow instructions promptly โขโ โ Always try their best and take pride in their work โขโ โ Demonstrate excellent behaviour and positive attitudes to learning โขโ โ Be organised and prepared for lessons โขโ โ Show resilience and perseverance when learning becomes challenging โขโ โ Take responsibility for their actions and behaviour We aim to create a calm, purposeful and supportive learning environment where every child feels safe, valued and encouraged to succeed. Readiness for Learning Pupils should arrive at school each day: โขโ โ On time and ready to learn โขโ โ In full and correct school uniform โขโ โ With the correct equipment, including reading books, homework and any resources required for the day โขโ โ Prepared to participate positively in lessons and school life As pupils move through Lower School, we encourage increasing levels of independence and responsibility to help prepare them for Upper School and beyond. Homework and Reading Regular reading and home learning are important parts of a childโs education. Pupils are expected to: โขโ โ Read regularly at home โขโ โ Complete homework to a high standard and on time โขโ โ Practise key skills such as spelling, times tables and handwriting โขโ โ Develop good study habits and organisational skills Parents and carers play a vital role in supporting childrenโs learning and helping to establish positive routines at home. Behaviour and Attitudes We expect pupils to show excellent behaviour both in and outside of the classroom. This includes: โขโ โ Respecting staff, visitors and other pupils โขโ โ Looking after school property and resources โขโ โ Demonstrating good manners at all times โขโ โ Working cooperatively with others โขโ โ Representing the school positively By maintaining high standards and encouraging positive attitudes from an early age, we help pupils develop the confidence, character and academic foundations needed for future success.
Lower School Expectations
At The Independent Grammar School: Durham, we believe that high expectations, excellent behaviour and strong routines are essential in helping pupils achieve their full potential. In Lower School, we encourage pupils to develop independence, resilience and pride in their learning as they progress through Years 1โ6. We expect all pupils to: โขโ โ Be respectful, polite and kind to others โขโ โ Listen carefully and follow instructions promptly โขโ โ Always try their best and take pride in their work โขโ โ Demonstrate excellent behaviour and positive attitudes to learning โขโ โ Be organised and prepared for lessons โขโ โ Show resilience and perseverance when learning becomes challenging โขโ โ Take responsibility for their actions and behaviour We aim to create a calm, purposeful and supportive learning environment where every child feels safe, valued and encouraged to succeed. Readiness for Learning Pupils should arrive at school each day: โขโ โ On time and ready to learn โขโ โ In full and correct school uniform โขโ โ With the correct equipment, including reading books, homework and any resources required for the day โขโ โ Prepared to participate positively in lessons and school life As pupils move through Lower School, we encourage increasing levels of independence and responsibility to help prepare them for Upper School and beyond. Homework and Reading Regular reading and home learning are important parts of a childโs education. Pupils are expected to: โขโ โ Read regularly at home โขโ โ Complete homework to a high standard and on time โขโ โ Practise key skills such as spelling, times tables and handwriting โขโ โ Develop good study habits and organisational skills Parents and carers play a vital role in supporting childrenโs learning and helping to establish positive routines at home. Behaviour and Attitudes We expect pupils to show excellent behaviour both in and outside of the classroom. This includes: โขโ โ Respecting staff, visitors and other pupils โขโ โ Looking after school property and resources โขโ โ Demonstrating good manners at all times โขโ โ Working cooperatively with others โขโ โ Representing the school positively By maintaining high standards and encouraging positive attitudes from an early age, we help pupils develop the confidence, character and academic foundations needed for future success.
