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j4 & j5 boysOur Primary specialist oversees these pupils in Pringle and teaches J5. J4 has its own class teacher. They follow the 5-14 Curriculum, including national tests in English and Maths. Aspects of the English Curriculum, such as the literacy and numeracy hours, are included. Language, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, Religious and Moral Education, and Personal and Health education are taught in their Form Rooms. Specialist facilities are available for Science, Art and Technology, and Information Technology. They have the benefit of specialist teachers for Modern Languages, games, Music, PE and swimming. 45 minutes of homework is set per night. Dayboys can opt to stay in school to complete homework between 4.45pm and 5.30pm or take it home with them at 4.00pm.