Primary
A complete education
It comprises six academic years and two educational stages: Key Stage 1 (Year 1 and Year 2 – 3rd Kindergarten and 1st Primary) Key Stage 2 (Year 3 – Year 6 – 2nd Primary to 5th Primary). For children of 5 to 11 years old.
Our pupils enter the Primary stage at the age of 5 and remain there until they reach the age of 11, when they move on to Secondary. During these years, we provide a learning community that inspires, nurtures and celebrates achievement. We encourage pupils to develop their talents, fulfill their potential and strive to become the best possible version of themselves. We are a ‘school with a heart’, where the well-being of each child is at the heart of everything we do.
What we teach
Enriched curriculum
Our teachers use creative approaches to encourage critical thinking in the classroom and learning through experimentation and practical experience. Throughout the primary years, our teaching methodology is student-centred, which respects the learning pace of each pupil, while putting the emphasis on developing different areas of their intelligence, so they can learn in a way that is relevant to their daily lives.
We use the English National Curriculum as a tool to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils. Learning is approached through different topics , which connect each area of the curriculum and integrate the knowledge learnt so it relates to the real world. This approach emphasises creativity in all subject areas, which helps engage students, and makes learning more relevant and enjoyable.
Our team of highly qualified, motivated and skilled teachers use a variety of stimulating teaching methodologies to facilitate our students’ learning.
We strive to ensure that each student reaches their full potential, not only academically, but also socially, physically and emotionally.
The core subjects taught in the classroom are English, Mathematics, Science, Lengua and Sociales. The other subjects are Art and Design, Personal, Social and Emotional Development, Computing, Humanities, Music and Physical Education. From Year 5 onwards, French is introduced as a third language.
Computing and the use of new technologies are important skills for modern life. It is essential that our pupils gain the confidence and abilities they need in this subject. Preparing them for the challenge of a rapidly developing technological world.
GOING THE EXTRA MILE
Our students have ready access to shared tablets, which are used for different tasks in primary subjects. We are continually working to expand and improve these skills, integrating new technologies as part of the curriculum. From Key Stage 1, pupils use Google Classroom as an online learning tool. However, an important part of our curriculum project encourages handwriting – actual reading from real books and presentations of handmade projects. We continue to value the importance of handwriting.
Inside and outside the classroom
We organise outings throughout the year to reinforce what students are learning in the classroom. In Years 4, 5 and 6 we take short trips around Asturias in order to encourage independence, cooperation and the development of interpersonal skills.
Our pupils’ learning in English is complemented by studying Spanish language and culture, including Social Science. We believe it is vital that our students have the opportunity to experience interests and activities beyond the academic curriculum, or to develop the skills and talents they already have. Our co-curricular programme encompasses a wide range of activities, such as chess, performing arts or yoga. These programmes are taught by our existing teaching staff.
Bilingualism at Elian's
Our pupils’ learning in English is complemented by studying Spanish language and culture, including Social Science. Spanish is also taught as a foreign language so that international students can become proficient in it.