Welcome to Our School
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South Bersted Church of England Primary School I am delighted to be able to tell you more about our school, and I look forward to building a positive partnership with you to ensure your child receives the very best possible education here at South Bersted. You will always be welcome in school whether to volunteer with some aspects of our work, to discuss your concerns with us or to join in any of the activities taking place throughout the year. As Headteacher, I always welcome suggestions on how we can make our school better and we aim, as far as possible, to operate an open-door policy. Our primary aim at South Bersted is to create a vibrant, stimulating, happy place where all pupils become highly motivated confident learners. We want children to enjoy making new discoveries, to become secure enough to take risks in their learning, and we will ensure that their potential in all areas of school life is continually developed. We set high standards both for the children and ourselves and work hard so that these are achieved. The purpose of this prospectus is to provide you with outline information about the school and provide you with a flavour of the school itself. We recognise the school’s historic foundation, and will preserve and develop its Christian character in accordance with the principles of the Church of England in partnership with the church at parish and diocesan level. If you would like to know more or would like to visit the school at any time then please make contact with us so that appropriate arrangements can be made. I look forward to meeting you in the near future. Mr Noel Goodwin Headteacher ‘Learning for Life, Aiming for Excellence, Listening to the Voice of God’ ‘Life in all its fullness’ (John 10:10), which focuses on educating the whole child, underpins our school vision. At South Bersted Church of Primary School, we aim to achieve the highest possible standards for all learners. Vision Effective teaching and a creative, child centred curriculum, together with an emphasis on Christian values and beliefs, enables all learners to recognise and achieve high standards. Pupils are encouraged to embrace challenges and become lifelong learners in a safe, secure and nurturing environment. We are committed to enriching pupils’ moral and spiritual development inspiring all to become caring, responsible 21st century global citizens. School Values The school’s values are distinctively Christian and have been selected to drive the school’s vision. Each half term, we focus on each of our values through our Collective Worships and whole school events. Koinonia Reverence Friendship/ Forgiveness Endurance Hope Justice To measure the impact of our values, at the end of each half term, our pupils complete a whole class reflection sheet focused on head, heart and feet. What has the value made you think about? What has the value made you feel? What will you change based on what you have learnt about this value? - 2 - General Information Name and Address: South Bersted C of E Primary School Church Lane Bognor Regis PO22 9PZ Telephone Number: 01243 821678 Fax Number: 01243 841023 Email: [email protected] Website: www.southbersted.co.uk Headteacher: Mr Noel Goodwin Chair of Governors: Mr Ron Robson Pupils on Roll: 203 Age range: 4 to 11 Accommodation: South Bersted School comprises six classrooms, an Early Years base, a library, ICT suite, DT and Music rooms and comprehensive teaching and learning classrooms in KS1 and KS2. We have extensive grounds including a large pond area, providing a rich and varied environment for our children all of which continues to be developed by pupils, parents and staff. - 3 - STAFF Headteacher Mr Noel Goodwin Deputy Headteacher Mrs Rachel Bush Inclusion Coordinator Mrs Judith Greatorex Teachers: Early Years Miss Amy Stanton Year 1 Ms Louise Leeper/Mrs Jo Gabb Year 2 Miss Claire White/ Mrs Rachel Bush Year 3 Mrs Emma Raynsford Year 4 Mrs Michelle Robson Year 5 Mr Aidan Thorn Year 6 Mr Max Wilson PPA Teacher Mrs Rachel Bush/Mrs Jo Gabb/Mrs Judith Greatorex School Business Manager Mrs Sandy Osman Administration Assistants Mrs Gabi Ruskin Mrs Mel Davis Teaching Assistants Mrs Tania Randall Mrs Lisa Hammond Miss Lauren Goodhew Mrs Emma Howell Mrs Jo Keates Mrs Laura Osborne Mrs Julie Rogers Mrs Natalie Austin Mrs Mary Yates Midday Meals Supervisors Mrs Louise Picton Mrs Vanessa Buck Premises Officer/Gardener Mr Peter Yates Cleaners Mrs Jo Keates Mrs Trudy Evans Mr Craig Robson Miss Esme Greatorex - 4 - GOVERNORS The current members of the governing body are: Chair Mr Ron Robson Co-opted Governor Vice Chair Mr Ian Harvey Co-opted Governor Clerk Mrs Mel Davis Governors Rev Tim Crook Ex Officio Mrs Susan Whiteman Local Authority Governor Mr Noel Goodwin Headteacher Vacancy Parent Governor Mrs Sandy Osman Co-opted Governor Mr Malcolm Penberthy Foundation Governor Vacancy Foundation Governor Mr John Hayes Co-opted Governor Mrs Michelle Robson Staff Governor Ms Stephanie Colbourne Parent Governor SAFEGUARDING Mrs Judith Greatorex, Inclusion Co-ordinator Designated Safeguarding Lead Designated Teacher for Children Looked After Mr Noel Goodwin, Headteacher Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead Mrs Rachel Bush Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead Ms Steph Colbourne Lead Governor for Safeguarding and Children Looked After School Statement The Governing Body takes seriously its responsibility to ensure that the wellbeing of children is safeguarded and promoted and works together with other agencies to ensure adequate arrangements within our school to identify, assess and support those children who are suffering harm. We recognise that all Staff and Governors have a full and active part to play (consistent with their roles and responsibilities) in protecting our students from harm, and that the child's welfare is our paramount concern. We believe that our school should provide a safe, caring, positive and stimulating environment that promotes the social, physical, spiritual and moral development of the individual child. - 5 - School Organisation We currently have seven classes in our school. These comprise one class in Reception and one class of each year group, 1 to 6. The teacher is the key person who takes a close interest in your child’s personal and academic development. They will deal with routine matters and should be approached first with regard to any concerns you may have. Teaching Assistants: Classes are supported by a Teaching Assistant whose primary role is to support pupils learning within the class. This may involve working with groups of children or individuals who either have identified specific needs or who need additional support in some area of their learning, as well as challenging more able pupils to extend their learning. The Teaching Assistant will often be closely involved with the teacher in the planning of tasks or specific activities and we are fortunate to have such high quality support for our children. Pastoral Support We currently have an ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistant) who supports the Inclusion Lead in supporting children’s mental and emotional health across the school. Children’s Roles of Responsibility: Children are given certain areas of responsibility to help with the running of the school. Our School Council consists of two elected representatives from each class. They meet on a regular basis to discuss issues which they report back to their classes and Mrs Bush. In addition, the four Junior Governors hold regular meetings and discussions with Mr Goodwin on all aspects of school life. Please refer to the school website for more information about the opportunities children have to hold roles of responsibility at South Bersted CE School. - 6 - The School Day Please note that from September 2020, the school’s start and finish times are temporarily staggered to reduce the number of parents and carers on the school playground at one time. This is in-line with government guidance related to reducing the transmission of COVID – 19. The School Day begins promptly at 8.50am and ends at 3.15pm. The gates open to allow access to the school at 8.40am and are closed at 8.50am. The hours spent teaching during a normal school week, including Religious Education but excluding daily worship, breaks and registration vary slightly within KS1 and KS2. Key Stage 1 (Year R-2) 22 hours 30 mins Key Stage 2 (Years 3-6) 23 hours 20 mins. The timetabled day enables us to maximise the use of resources and available teaching time. The overall session times are as follows: School begins 8.50am Collective Worship Monday - Friday 10:10 am – 10:30am Thursday 1:00pm – 1:20pm First Session 8.55am – 10.30am Morning break 10.30am – 10.45am Second Session 10.45am – 12.15pm (12 noon KS1) Lunch Break (KS1) 12.00/noon – 12.50pm (KS2) 12.15pm – 1.00pm Afternoon Session 1.00pm – 3.15pm After school clubs usually finish at either 4.00 pm or 4.15pm but please check with the individual teacher running the clubs. Lunchtime: We are able to offer all children the opportunity to have a hot meal at lunchtime. All children in Key Stage 1 are entitled to a free school meal. If your child is in Key Stage 2 and they are entitled to a free school meal, application forms are available from the school office. Other parents are able to book a hot meal either every day or occasionally – this is done directly with our suppliers either by phone or via the internet. Full details and the current menu are available from the school office. All other children bring a packed lunch which should be packed in a suitable, named container. This should include a drink (no fizzy drinks or cans please).