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Ages 5–11

PRIMARY CURRICULUM

Our Primary curriculum at our Shanghai, Pudong elementary school follows the framework of the National Curriculum for England which is adapted to meet the needs of the international community using the International Primary Curriculum (IPC).

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ENGLISH NATIONAL CURRICULUM (ENC)

The English National Curriculum is well regarded because of the careful structure of this stage, which lays the foundations for future education. Children develop their potential in all areas, with a particular focus on the core subjects of English, Maths and Science.


The English National Curriculum also places a clear emphasis on personal, social, health, and economic (PSHE) education. This framework is designed to provide the highest academic quality for your child’s education.

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DEVELOPED WITH YOUR CHILD’S PROGRESS IN MIND

The curriculum also encourages teachers to make all learning exciting, active and meaningful for children. We take a global approach to learning, helping children to connect their studies to where they are living now, as well as looking at perspectives from other cultures, enabling them to be truly global citizens in the future.

Our primary students make outstanding progress with English language skills as well as more broadly across the curriculum.  Our personalised learning environment and smaller class sizes allow our expert teachers to customise their approach for each child based on their specific strengths and support needs.
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  • PRIMARY

A TYPICAL DAY AT NAIS PUDONG

Our talented team of outstanding and experienced Primary School teachers have a highly ambitious approach to all-round excellence and are committed to nurturing and inspiring every child they care for. Learning is a collaborative activity that is complemented by the outstanding care, guidance, and support that each child receives at school.
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PREPARE FOR THE DAY
Morning registration prepares children for a full day of learning, helps them understand the day’s lessons, and offers an opportunity to practice mindfulness.
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PREPARE FOR THE DAY
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ART LESSONS
Art classes encourage students to learn about different artists, understand the creative process and apply this to create their own masterpieces.
ART LESSONS
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MUSIC, DANCE AND DRAMA
Performing arts are a very important part of the day. Children love to express themselves through music, dance and drama, and visits from Juilliard alumni gives students the chance to learn from the best.
MUSIC, DANCE AND DRAMA
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STEAM LESSONS
Our STEAM lessons encourage problem solving, teamwork, and build a foundation of future-ready skills needed for careers that don’t even exist today.
STEAM LESSONS
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TIMES TABLES ROCKSTARS
Maths makes up a core part of the curriculum. Our teachers make developing and improving students’ maths skills fun. From Times Table Rockstars to White Rose activities, children are always stretched and challenged. 
TIMES TABLES ROCKSTARS
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ROBOTICS CLUB
There are over 140 different co-curricular activities (CCAs) to try. From building robots to building language skills, from cooking to Kung Fu, from ballet to rugby – there is something for everyone.
ROBOTICS CLUB

Enrichment Opportunities

Classroom learning is supported by specialist provision including native and non-native Mandarin, French, German and Spanish, alongside specialist PE staff ensuring the highest quality of sports education and our Performing Arts team driving excellence in music, drama and dance.


Primary school life at NAIS Pudong is also enhanced by access to the Nord Anglia Education Global Campus and unique collaborations with world-leading organisations such as MIT, Juilliard, IMG Academy and UNICEF. This enables your child to develop their knowledge and understanding of the world around them, to make links between subjects, and foster creativity.


When it comes time to move on to our secondary school, your child will be supported through the process with dedicated and deliberate transition planning, ensuring the graduation into Year 7 is a happy one.

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CREATING OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH ACHIEVEMENT

At NAIS Pudong we offer a truly global experience with outstanding teachers and exceptional educational opportunities. Here, students achieve high marks in exams and learn to make a difference in the world outside the classroom.

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