Curriculum
Mathematics
All children from Reception Class to Seniors follow SPMG – a widely
used course which emphasises development through activity. This
learning approach is fun for the children while they are developing
mathematical concepts and skills in a thorough and consistant way.
Science
Basic Science concepts are introduced through practical experiments
which encourage children from an early age to observe and question
their envirnment.
English Subjects
Barlavento pupils reach a very high standard in reading, writing and
oral skills. In Reception Class four and five-year-olds enjoy their
introduction to letters through stories, puppets and structured
play.
Later, punctuation, spelling, grammar and sentence construction
are taught and children soon begin to create their own poems and
stories for display.
Art and Craft
These form part of every day life at Barlavento particularly for the
younger children. Throughout their stay pupils are encouraged to
draw, paint and create art and craft relating to current projects.
Our classrooms and dining-room display a wealth of pupils’ artwork.
Music and Drama
We believe that all children have a natural interest in music and
drama. They are introduced to the joys of singing, developing an
awareness of melody and rhythm. Each class encourages drama in some
form throughout the school year. The annual highlight is our
Musical production in which every child performs.
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Geography and History
We follow a wide syllabus suited to an international school.
Religious Education
Non-denominational Christianity based on the Holy Bible is aimed at
instilling moral and social values with religious and racial
tolerance. The principal religions of the world are studied by older
pupils.
Portuguese
We teach Portuguese to encourage fuller integration into the local
community, to develop an awareness of the nature of the language and
a positive learning attitude.
Computer Technology
The school has several computers using various software packages.
All children from Junior 2 have lessons in groups of five or six
twice a week. They learn to word-process, create pictures and graphs
and integrate different types of data.
Physical Education
This includes basic gymnastics, mobility and strengthening exercises
as well as instruction in basketball, hockey, football, handball,
netball, volleyball and athletics.
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