At our online school, we take great care in nurturing the educational journey of our younger students. The lower primary online education section is designed with the specific needs of young children in mind, focusing on creating a warm and supportive learning environment.
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The UK Key Stage 1 Mathematics curriculum focuses on building foundational numeracy skills for children aged 5 to 7
Basic Arithmetic: Introduction to addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Shapes and Measures: Understanding simple geometric shapes and basic measurements.
Problem Solving: Developing basic problem-solving strategies.
Foundational Numeracy Skills:
Basic Arithmetic: ‘Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division’
Shapes and Measures: ‘Geometric Shapes & Measurements’
Problem Solving: ‘Basic Strategies’
The UK Key Stage 1 English curriculum is designed for children aged 5 to 7, focusing on developing basic literacy skills.
Phonics: Introduction to sounds and letters, forming the foundation for reading.
Reading: Encouraging a love for reading through simple texts.
Writing: Basic writing skills, starting with words and moving to simple sentences.
Spoken Language: Developing confidence in speaking and listening.
The UK Key Stage 1 Science curriculum introduces children aged 5 to 7 to basic scientific concepts and inquiry.
Basic Biology: Learning about plants, animals, and human bodies.
Everyday Materials: Exploring different materials and their properties.
Seasonal Changes: Understanding weather and seasonal patterns.
Introduction to Science Concepts:
The UK Key Stage 1 History curriculum introduces children aged 5 to 7 to basic historical concepts and events.
Understanding Chronology: Learning about the sequence of events and the concept of time.
Significant Individuals: Exploring the lives and contributions of important historical figures.
Local and National History: Introduction to significant events in local and national history.
Introduction to Historical Concepts:
Understanding Chronology: ‘Sequence of Events’
Significant Individuals: ‘Historical Figures’
Local and National History: ‘Key Events’
The UK Key Stage 1 Geography curriculum introduces children aged 5 to 7 to basic geographical concepts and skills.
Local Geography: Learning about the local environment and community.
Map Skills: Introduction to simple maps and basic directions.
Weather and Climate: Understanding weather patterns and seasonal changes.
Introduction to Geography Concepts:
Local Geography: ‘Community & Environment’
Map Skills: ‘Simple Maps & Directions’
Weather and Climate: ‘Patterns & Seasons’
The UK Key Stage 1 Wellbeing curriculum introduces children aged 5 to 7 to basic concepts of mental and physical health, social skills, and emotional wellbeing.
Emotional Awareness: Recognizing and naming different emotions.
Basic Social Skills: Learning about sharing, empathy, and cooperation.
Healthy Habits: Understanding the importance of hygiene, nutrition, and physical activity.
Introduction to Wellbeing Concepts:
Emotional Awareness: ‘Recognize Emotions’
Basic Social Skills: ‘Sharing & Empathy’
Healthy Habits: ‘Hygiene & Nutrition’
The UK Key Stage 1 Study Skills curriculum introduces children aged 5 to 7 to basic learning strategies and habits to support their education.
Basic Organization: Learning how to keep school materials organized.
Listening and Following Instructions: Developing skills to listen attentively and follow directions.
Early Research Skills: Introduction to finding information and asking questions.
Introduction to Study Skills Concepts:
Basic Organization: ‘Keep Materials Organized’
Listening & Following Instructions: ‘Attentive Skills’
Early Research Skills: ‘Finding Information’
A VIBRANT ONLINE COMMUNITY
At Kensington Academy, we believe in the power of extracurricular activities to complement academic learning and build a connected community. Our students have the opportunity to explore their interests and develop new skills through a wide range of activities.
These activities are designed not only to enrich the educational experience but to also weave a tight-knit fabric of friendship and collaboration among our students, essential in an online learning setting.
