Term 1
Narrative settings and characters, expanded noun phrases and spelling with suffixes.
iPrimary
at Kings Schools
International
Designed for children aged 6 to 11, our iPrimary pathway combines clear academic foundations with curiosity-led learning and an international perspective. Students develop knowledge in English, Mathematics, Science and Computing while growing in confidence, independence and communication.
iPrimary
Choose a year
iPrimary
Year 2
Year 2 strengthens reading, writing and number confidence while helping students apply their learning to increasingly varied tasks.
English
Term 2
Reports on real events, shape poetry and coordination using and, or and but.
Term 3
Letter writing, traditional tales with a twist, proofreading and editing.
Mathematics
Term 1
Numbers to 100, two-digit addition and subtraction, and combinations of money.
Term 2
The 2, 5 and 10 times tables, properties of 2D and 3D shapes, and tally charts.
Term 3
Time in five-minute intervals, fractions, position and direction.
Science
Term 1
Living, dead and never-alive things, habitats, micro-habitats and simple food chains.
Term 2
Identifying materials and comparing their suitability for different uses.
Term 3
Animal growth, basic needs, human hygiene and a healthy diet.
Foundation Subjects
The Great Fire of London and significant people including Florence Nightingale.
Continents and oceans, weather patterns, and comparing the local area with a non-European country.
Mixed-media landscapes, recycled-material sculpture and the study of well-known artists.
Year 2 bridges Key Stage 1 learning with the expectations students will meet in Key Stage 2.
iPrimary
Year 3
Year 3 introduces more formal writing, abstract mathematical reasoning and deeper scientific investigation.
English
Term 1
Dialogue punctuation, fronted adverbials and adventure narratives.
Term 2
Non-chronological reports, persuasive brochures and performance poetry.
Term 3
Play scripts, classic literature and formal letter writing.
Mathematics
Term 1
Place value to 1,000, three-digit addition, and the 3, 4 and 8 times tables.
Term 2
Formal multiplication and division, length, mass and capacity.
Term 3
Unit and non-unit fractions, adding and subtracting fractions, time and 3D shapes.
Science
Term 1
Light and shadows, forces and magnets.
Term 2
Rocks, soils and fossils, and animals including humans and skeletons.
Term 3
Flowering plants, pollination and the conditions needed for growth.
Foundation Subjects
The Stone Age to the Iron Age and Ancient Egypt.
The water cycle, map skills, climate zones and the Equator.
Prehistoric techniques, Ancient Egyptian masks and wire sculpture.
Year 3 marks the transition into Lower Key Stage 2.
iPrimary
Year 4
Year 4 develops fluency, explanation and confident problem-solving across an increasingly connected curriculum.
English
Term 1
Stories from other cultures and historical settings, poetry and multi-clause sentences.
Term 2
Explanation texts, debate, discussion and cohesive devices.
Term 3
Play-script adaptation, classic authors and diary writing.
Mathematics
Term 1
Numbers to 10,000, four-digit addition and multiplication tables to 12 x 12.
Term 2
Equivalent fractions, adding and subtracting fractions, tenths and hundredths.
Term 3
Area, perimeter, coordinates, angles and time conversion.
Science
Term 1
Electric circuits and sound through vibrations.
Term 2
States of matter, digestion and teeth.
Term 3
Living things, habitats and classification keys.
Foundation Subjects
The Roman Empire, Anglo-Saxons and Vikings.
Rivers, mountains, earthquakes, volcanoes and four-figure grid references.
Roman mosaics, printing, repeat patterns and technical drawing.
A key Year 4 goal is fluent recall of multiplication tables up to 12 x 12.
iPrimary
Year 5
Year 5 increases expectations for independent research, critical thinking and the confident use of complex ideas.
English
Term 1
Character arcs, suspense and relative clauses in complex narratives.
Term 2
Biographies, balanced arguments and choral poetry.
Term 3
Contemporary fiction, script writing and journalistic reports.
Mathematics
Term 1
Place value to one million, prime numbers and square and cube numbers.
Term 2
Comparing and ordering fractions, mixed numbers and percentages.
Term 3
Reflection, translation, volume and complex line graphs.
Science
Term 1
Earth and space, gravity, friction and air resistance.
Term 2
Reversible and irreversible changes and solubility.
Term 3
Human development and life cycles in mammals and insects.
Foundation Subjects
Ancient Greece and the Maya civilisation.
South America, trade links and global resources.
Greek pottery patterns, perspective drawing and typography.
Year 5 begins the Upper Key Stage 2 phase of iPrimary.
iPrimary
Year 6
Year 6 consolidates iPrimary learning and prepares students academically and personally for Lower Secondary.
English
Term 1
Passive voice, punctuation for effect and detective fiction.
Term 2
Rhetorical devices, speeches and assessment technique.
Term 3
Poetry anthologies, independent research and preparation for Key Stage 3.
Mathematics
Term 1
Introductory algebra, ratio and proportion, and advanced fractions, decimals and percentages.
Term 2
Area of triangles and circles, geometry, measurement and statistics.
Term 3
Problem-solving, financial literacy and working with data sets.
Science
Term 1
Classification kingdoms, the circulatory system, health and lifestyle.
Term 2
Evolution, adaptation, inheritance and reflection and refraction of light.
Term 3
Parallel electrical circuits and mastery of the scientific method.
Foundation Subjects
World War II and the legacy of the Windrush generation.
Extreme weather, Sustainable Development Goals and fieldwork.
Political art, propaganda, 3D installation and portfolio review.
Year 6 culminates in the Pearson Edexcel iPrimary Achievement Tests.
Primary School – KS1 & KS2
Building Confidence, Knowledge and a Love of Learning
The Kings Primary Curriculum is designed around effective approaches to education, teacher autonomy and clear, progressive learning objectives.
As students begin their international education journey, we focus on building confidence, developing English language skills, encouraging a love of learning and preparing students academically and personally for their transition to Secondary School.
The Kings Primary Curriculum is based on the Pearson iPrimary Programme in the core areas of English, Mathematics, Science and Computing. Other subjects are based on the UK National Curriculum, with international adaptations designed to reflect our students and local context.
Subjects
- English
- Spelling, Punctuation & Grammar
- Guided Reading
- Mathematics
- Science
- Computing
- History
- Geography
- Ethics
- Art & Culture
- Slovak Language
- Slovak as a Foreign Language
Where strong
foundations begin
In iPrimary, learning is built around clear academic goals, engaging classroom practice and meaningful connections across subjects. Based on the Pearson iPrimary framework and enriched by our wider school approach, the programme supports children as they grow in knowledge, character and confidence.
International by design
Learning is built around clear academic goals, engaging classroom practice and meaningful connections across subjects.
Strong core learning
English, Mathematics and Science create a secure academic base for future progress.
Joined-up learning
Children explore topics that link knowledge across subjects and make learning more meaningful.
See the rhythm
of the school year
Open School Calendar
Term dates, events, trips, celebrations and key school milestones in one place.
From class events and themed projects to holidays, assessment periods and school life moments, our calendar helps families stay connected to the iPrimary journey throughout the year.
The way children
grow here
We believe primary education should do more than deliver knowledge. It should help children ask questions, express ideas, work with others and develop the confidence to keep trying. That is why our learning combines academic clarity with creativity, reflection and real participation in the classroom.
- Built around age-appropriate challenge
- Guided by skilled, responsive teaching
- Enriched through cross-curricular themes
- Supportive of learners from diverse backgrounds
Our teaching approach is guided by ten practical principles that support meaningful learning, steady progress and active participation in every classroom.
Principles
for Progress
Every child is drawn into the lesson through discussion, questioning and shared activity.
We adapt learning so children can access challenge at the right level and move forward with confidence.
Students are encouraged to try, think, solve and take increasing responsibility for their own progress.
Thoughtful questioning helps children explain ideas, make links and stay actively involved.
Teacher explanations are structured, purposeful and designed to make new learning accessible.
Collaboration helps children build confidence, communication skills and shared responsibility.
Teachers use examples and demonstrations to make expectations visible and achievable.
Children learn to reason, investigate, problem-solve and explore ideas more deeply.
Students are taught to look back on their learning and recognise how they can improve.
Meaningful feedback between teacher and student strengthens understanding and next steps.
A curriculum
with depth
and direction
01/05
English
Students build confidence in speaking, reading and writing through rich language experiences, structured literacy development and purposeful communication.
- Spoken language
- Reading comprehension
- Writing with accuracy and expression
02/05
Mathematics
03/05
Science
04/05
Computing
05/05
Global Citizenship
Learning that
connects the dots
In Primary, children do not experience learning as isolated subjects alone. Through themed units, they discover how ideas connect across science, humanities, the arts and personal development, creating a richer and more memorable learning experience.
Six-week thematic
learning blocks
Strong links between subjects
Better understanding
through context
A look into everyday
iPrimary life
From focused classroom moments to creative projects and shared celebrations, school life in iPrimary is active, warm and full of discovery.
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Whether you are planning ahead or looking for the right next step now, we would be happy to help you discover if iPrimary at Kings Schools International is the right fit for your child.
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