The School Curriculum
All children at the school take the national SATs test at Key Stage 2 at the end of Year 6. The tests are taken in reading; writing, handwriting and spelling; mathematics, including mental arithmetic; and science. In 2006, out of the 102 pupils who sat the tests, 91% of pupils achieved level 4 (national average) or above in English, 96% gained level 4 or above in mathematics and 98% in science.
In 2006, the school was ranked third in Derbyshire in a table showing school's 'value added' measures, which gives some guide as to how their pupils' attainment has improved.
There is currently a big emphasis on the environment at Hasland Junior School. Some pupils are responsible for the day-to-day management of school resources, for example electricity consumption, and are taught about energy conservation and recycling. They can also work at the allotment garden with teachers and parent volunteers. Products grown in the garden are sold or used in the school.
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