Welcome to Key Stage 2

Our aim in Key Stage 2 – covering Years 3 to 6, is to provide a nurturing, stimulating and inclusive  environment where every child feels valued, challenged, and inspired to achieve their best. We take great pride in the supportive relationships we build with our pupils and families, and we strongly believe that working in partnership with parents is key to a child’s success.

Upcoming events for Key Stage 2

Here’s what you’ve got to look forward to over the next few weeks.

School Photo Day
Tue 14th Oct

All pupils must be in school on this date and come to school dressed in their full school uniform. Thank you.

INSET Days for this term are:

  • Monday 1st September
  • Tuesday 2nd September
  • Wednesday 3rd September

The first day back for pupils after the summer break is Thursday 4th September 2025.

The first day back after half term for pupils is Monday 3rd November 2025.

 

Bank Holidays – 2025/26

Christmas Day: Thursday 25th December 2025

Boxing Day: Friday 26th December 2025

New Year’s Day: Thursday 1st January 2026

Term Dates
Start Monday, 1st September
End Friday, 19th December
Half Term Holiday Dates
Start Monday, 27th October
End Friday, 31st October
End of Term Holiday Dates
Start Monday, 22nd December
End Friday, 2nd January

INSET Days for this term are:

  • Monday 5th January

Pupils should not attend school on this day.

Tower Hamlets has advised the provisional date of Friday 20th March 2026 for school closures for the celebration of Eid Ul-Fitr.

The first day back after the Christmas holidays for pupils is Tuesday 6th January 2026.

The first day back after the February half term for pupils is Monday 23rd February 2026.

Bank Holidays

Good Friday: Friday 3rd April 2026

Easter Monday: Monday 6th April 2026

May Bank Holiday: Monday 4th May 2026

Term Dates
Start Monday, 5th January
End Friday, 27th March
Half Term Holiday Dates
Start Monday, 16th February
End Friday, 20th February
End of Term Holiday Dates
Start Monday, 30th March
End Friday, 10th April

The first day back for pupils after the Easter holidays is Monday 13th April 2026.

The first day back after May half term for pupils is Monday 1st June 2026.

Tower Hamlets has advised the provisional date of Wednesday 27th May 2026 for school closures for the celebration of Eid Ul-Adha.

 

Bank Holidays

Good Friday: Friday 3rd April 2026

Spring Bank Holiday: Monday 25th May 2026

Summer Bank Holiday: Monday 31st August 2026

Term Dates
Start Monday, 13th April
End Tuesday, 21st July
Half Term Holiday Dates
Start Monday, 25th May
End Friday, 29th May

Our Approach

We provide a broad, balanced, and engaging curriculum that fosters curiosity, creativity, and independence. Pupils are encouraged to take increasing responsibility for their learning, work collaboratively, and develop critical thinking skills.

Curriculum

The KS2 curriculum follows the National Curriculum for England and includes:

  • English – reading, writing, grammar, and speaking and listening
  • Mathematics – number, problem solving, measurement, geometry and statistics
  • Science – including practical investigations
  • Foundation subjects – History, Geography, Art, Design & Technology, Computing, Music, and Physical Education
  • Languages – children are introduced to a modern foreign language: Spanish
  • Religious Education (RE) – following the Trust’s agreed curriculum
  • Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) Education – promoting wellbeing and life skills

Learning and Support

We recognise that every child is unique. Our dedicated teaching and support staff work hard to meet the individual needs of all pupils, offering tailored support and challenge where needed to help every child achieve their potential.

Assessment

Throughout KS2, teachers continually assess progress through classwork, observations, and more formal assessments. At the end of Year 6, pupils complete the national SATs (Standard Assessment Tests) in reading, mathematics, and grammar, punctuation and spelling (GPS).

Enrichment Opportunities

Our KS2 pupils enjoy a range of enrichment activities including school trips, themed learning weeks, after-school clubs, sports competitions, and opportunities to take on leadership roles such as school councillors or playground buddies.

Transition to Secondary School

We support our Year 6 pupils with a smooth transition to secondary education through visits, meetings with local secondary schools, and focused transition activities in the summer term.