Parental involvment
You will be invited to attend various functions during the school year including the carol service, concerts, sports’ day and speech day. A newsletter is sent to parents each term to inform you of dates and events and you are welcome to attend any of the inter-school fixtures which take place. In addition our very active and supportive PTA organises many activities involving parents, children and staff.
To maximise the potential for academic success and all round achievement, we aim to develop a strong working partnership with parents. Detailed reports are sent home in December and July and Parents’ consultation evenings take place in October and March but you are always welcome to make an appointment with the Headteacher to discuss any aspect of your child’s performance. In addition, you will receive your child’s individual targets each term.
Homework
Your child will be expected to complete homework and you will be encouraged to participate in this by commenting in the prep book (Juniors) or reading record book (Infants). These books serve as a two-way communication between yourself and teachers.
Homework Schedule:
Year 5 and Year 6: one hour each night
Year 3 and Year 4: 30 – 40 minutes per night
Year 2: 20 - 30 minutes 3 times per week
Year 1: 20 minutes 3 times per week
Reception: 10 minutes reading daily.
Discipline
The school ethos is one of encouraging good behaviour, which is reinforced through a clear system of rewards and sanctions. Our pupils are taught in many ways about right and wrong and discipline is maintained by the award or deduction of house points. If misbehaviour is deemed persistent or serious, a detention will be given and formal notice of the reason is sent to parents. Physical aggression is not tolerated and unacceptable behaviour such as this may lead to suspension or ultimately exclusion.