Younger pupils at Key Stage 1 have a good understanding of number and they are beginning to appreciate mathematical language. Pupils count accurately and can complete addition and subtraction using numbers to 20. At Key Stage 2, pupils are competent with more complex numbers. They recall number facts speedily and show an ability in mental calculation. Younger pupils understand shape, measurement and simple geometry and can order fractions in a sequence.
Older pupils can determine patterns and rules associated with mathematical problem-solving.
In science, at Key Stage 1, younger pupils investigate floating and sinking, drawing appropriate conclusions from their work. Older pupils make careful observations of minibeasts and sort them according to such characteristics as number of legs, how they move and where they live. At Key Stage 2, younger pupils know some of the properties of glass and clay while older pupils can describe the functions of some organs and processes of the human body, such as the heart and the digestive and respiratory systems. Throughout the school the investigational approach is used well to develop and extend pupils' learning. Pupils use a range of information technology, including concept keyboards and control technology to support their learning and information technology is used successfully throughout the school to extend learning in other areas.