Little Ivies - children aged 3 to 5 years Educating girls and boys, the department is housed in a recently converted, self contained cottage in the grounds close to the main school. It is an integral part of St Ives, benefiting from all the school's facilities. The department is equipped to a high standard with its own outdoor play areas. For the younger children hours remain flexible. There is a structured curriculum which is carefully planned to give an excellent grounding in the basic skills of number and language.
Children are encourage to learn through play, to explore and to investigate.
The fully qualified staff offer a high level of individual attention supported by nursery assistants. Included in the weekly programme is specialist teaching in music, PE, French, art and ballet. Junior Department - girls aged 5 to 7 years Teaching in the junior department continues to emphasise the core subject of English, mathematics and science. This is amplified by means of cross-curricular topics, encouraging children to broaden their interest in life around them. The majority of lessons are given by the class teacher which helps to encourage children to feel secure and grow in confidence.