Please make sure all clothing is clearly marked with your child’s name so that it can be returned if found. We collect lots of lost property items each term. The lost property storage is in the building. We often push to make sure that parents reclaim lost items.
FAQs
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Can my child wear jewelries in school?
For safety reasons, children should not wear any jewellery in school. However, they may wear a wristwatch and if your child has pierced ears, small studs may be worn. These will need to be removed for P.E. lessons and if your child goes swimming.
What should I do if my child is sick?
If your child is unwell then s/he should be kept at home. Please, call the school to let us know why your child is absent.
What happens if my child has an accident at school?
Unfortunately, sometimes children do have accidents or become unwell whilst they are at school and we need to call you. It can add to your child’s distress if we are unable to contact you. Please ensure that we have up to date contact telephone numbers for you and tell us straight away if these change.
What time does school start?
Children should be in the playground ready to line up by 8.55 a.m. It is important to develop good habits by arriving punctually every day.
What if my child has special needs?
We can meet a variety of special needs in school. Please discuss your child’s needs with the teacher.
What if my child can’t speak English?
We have many children in our school who are learning English. We have some specialist staff who are available to help children in their acquisition of English as an additional language.
What should I do if I am worried about my child’s progress?
Ask for an appointment to talk to the class teacher about your concerns. If you are still anxious, please ask to see the Head teacher.
How can I help my child settle into school?
Bring your child to school on time. Arriving late can mean that your child misses important information about the lesson. It can also be embarrassing for your child and is disruptive for the class.
What else can I do?
Please ensure that you attend parent/teacher consultation days and special events in school; help out with fundraising; offer to go on school trips; notify us of absences; read all the letters that your child brings home; support your child with homework; read together; give praise and encouragement.
What happens at the end of the day?
School finishes at 3.15 p.m. Children in Nursery, Reception, Years 1, 2 and 3 must be collected by a known adult. Please let us know if someone different from usual is collecting your child. Older children are permitted, with your agreement, to go home by themselves.
What else is my child allowed to bring to school?
Children should not bring toys, sweets, valuables or money into school. We cannot be responsible for children’s property.
When can I talk to the teachers?
Teachers are busy settling their classes first thing in the morning and can only receive the briefest of messages at that time. They are more easily available at the end of the day when they have dismissed their classes. Teachers are happy to make appointments to see you if you would like a longer chat. Teachers also meet parents and carers informally at coffee mornings and more formally at parent/teacher consultation days.