Accredited by Several areas of learning cover the physical, intellectual, emotional and creativeness of children at this stage of education. English As many of the students have or are learning English as a second or third language, great emphasis is placed on aspects of Literacy and on language across the curriculum. Students have a daily ‘Literacy Hour' which includes Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. We use the Oxford Reading Tree scheme as the basis for teaching reading as well as Jolly Phonics. Students are encouraged to borrow books from the library for sharing and reading. Mathematics Students use the ‘Abacus' Mathematics scheme, covering number, shape, space, measures and handling data. They are taught how to use and apply mathematics and to explain what they are doing using mathematical language. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Students use PCs from Reception onwards, learning their way around a keyboard and how to manipulate a mouse, how to use software for word processing, publishing and graphics. In addition, they learn how to utilise other equipment such as tape recorders and digital cameras to help organise and present information. Knowledge and Understanding of the World Students find out about the world around them and ask questions about it. They build with different materials, know about everyday technology and what it is used for. They find out about the past events in their lives and their families' lives. They learn about different cultures and beliefs. Science Students are encouraged to discover the answers to their questions about what they see around them and to record their work. They learn about life processes and living things, materials and their properties and physical processes such as forces, light and sound. Music Students sing and play instruments to a variety of audiences including peer groups, the whole school, parents and visitors. They learn about music from different cultures and times. Charter International School