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INDEPENDENT EDUCATION Newcastle-under-Lyme School Strengths highlighted in recent report A t Newcastle-under-Lyme Junior School we are very proud of our recent ISI report, which acknowledges our many strengths and our outstanding Early Years classes in Nursery and Reception. Small classes throughout the School allow individual attention according to the child's specific needs. Enthusiastic, inspiring and well qualified staff provide the right environment for children to grow in confidence and to learn effectively. Literacy and numeracy are highly regarded, as well as music, the arts, ICT, humanities and languages. The curriculum and range of activities in the Junior School adapts to meet each child’s needs with emphasis given to English, mathematics and science as core subjects, but not at the expense of exploring other curriculum opportunities. The School prides itself on going above and beyond the National Curriculum requirements, adding a diverse range of clubs, sports, societies and other extra curricular activities to the children’s programme of learning. Children are motivated to take up hobbies and interests in the wider life of the School, according to their own interests. These include, to name but a few of the 52 clubs on offer, musical instruments, swimming, netball, football, hockey, dance, chess and French, which helps them to develop into well rounded, confident and capable individuals. The happy, family atmosphere of the Junior School complements the varied and well balanced curriculum provided for each child. Communication between home and school is one of the School’s major strengths. The strong working relationship between parents and the School ensures the best start in life for every child. For further information please visit our website www.nuls.org.uk or ring 01782 664628. October/November 2013 41