Junior School

Key Stage 2 at Holme Court

Our Key Stage 2 department welcomes pupils from ages 7 to 11. At the end of Year 6, pupils can transfer seamlessly into our Senior School, or move to a mainstream setting where this is appropriate for their needs.

We follow the National Curriculum in terms of subjects taught and the skills and concepts developed. For our modern foreign language, we have chosen Spanish, as its structure is considered more accessible for pupils with specific learning difficulties. Alongside core subjects, pupils also enjoy weekly sessions in careers, forest school, growth mindset, and social skills.

Wherever possible, links are made across subjects to create a central theme for each term. This thematic approach allows pupils to see how different areas of learning connect, making their studies more meaningful and engaging. Educational visits are planned regularly to reinforce classroom learning, spark curiosity and build excitement about the world around them.

Pupils do not sit SATs at the end of Key Stage 2.