Children are based in small classes with teachers of the deaf and education assistants - many of whom are deaf.

“The school has adapted and implemented the National Literacy and Numeracy Strategy very well to meet the needs of primary age pupils,” Ofsted 2005

The curriculum follows the framework and guidelines of Curriculum 2000, including the National Literacy and Numeracy Strategies, and is designed to develop skills at every level Children are taught by their class teacher, supported by an education assistant and receive some additional specialist subject input

Subjects covered: English Mathematics Design and Technology Physical Education History BSL Deaf Studies Art & Design Geography

Personal, Social and Health Education including Citizenship Religious Education Science Music Information and Communication Technology

• Pupil’s progress is assessed regularly
• All children take part in the Standard Assessment Tests at the end of each Key Stage
• Pupil’s development in BSL is recorded on video
• Speech and Language Therapy is built into the timetable on an individual and group basis
• Learning to swim at an early age is encouraged
• Deaf and hearing staff work throughout the department
• Pupils take part in national and local festivals for Art and Drama
• Pupils have the opportunity to take part in extended residential visits