The range, and the depth of academic challenge increases in Classes 3 & 4. It is enhanced by a number of extra-curricular clubs and activities in sport, art, music and hobbies. In Year 5 there is a small intake of girls and the classes are split into two smaller mixed ability groups of about 12-15, who remain together in Year 6.
Intellectual stimulus, skilled teaching, encouragement and the best of resources and modern equipment produce a high standard of work. Good study habits are nurtured through regular homework and class tests. The emphasis is on the core subjects of literacy, numeracy, science and ICT, but the class work is now differentiated in numeracy and literacy, and involves team teaching with specialist teachers. This allows flexibility of groups and topics.
By Year 6, Granville girls will be able to undertake independent research, will be competent ICT users, will have reached their full potential and will have attained schools of their choice. Pupils are prepared for scholarship and Common Entrance exams and for the 11+ exam for entry to senior schools. They will also have learnt to take responsibility and to care for others through service to charities.
High standards are achieved by Year 6. Granville girls will be able to undertake independent research and will have reached their full potential. All subjects are now taught by specialist teachers. In Literacy there is a strongly academic approach. A love of literature is encouraged, with an ability to question and challenge, frequently to a level beyond National Curriculum requirements. From the beginning, secure basic language skills ensure an ability to undertake independent learning. In Maths, the basic skills are secure. Pupils will enjoy problem solving and an investigative approach to their work. In science, the pupils enjoy excellent specialist facilities and will experience practical fieldwork as well as data-handling and recording. In ICT, pupils are taught to develop skills and apply them, using up to date facilities with specialist teaching.
The syllabus also includes the teaching of History, Geography, Art. Music, French, Design Technology, Drama, PHSE (Personal, Social and Health Education), Citizenship and Religious Education.