Newburgh C E Primary School

NEWBURGH C E PRIMARY SCHOOL

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

Our aim is to provide a good all-round education in a caring, Christian environment in which each individual is valued and respected so that all are enabled to reach their full potential both inside and outside the classroom.

______School Brochure Page 1 4/7/2018 CONTENTS Page Absences 19 Admissions Policy 5 After-School & Breakfast Club 20 Brief History of the School 4 Child protection 11 Communication 16 Curriculum 8 Curriculum Complaints Policy 12 DfES Documents, School Policies & Schemes 12 Dinner Money and Payments to School 19 Discipline 19 Education for All 12 Extra-Curricular Activities 20 Formal Details 3 General Aims 8 Governors of the School 21 Governors' Charging Policy 20 Health 17 Holiday List 22 Introduction 3 Leave of Absence during Term Time 19 Medicines in School 18 Organisation 4 Parents and School 16 - Parents Evenings - Bringing/collecting children - Parental Help - Parent Teacher Association Preparation for Starting School 15 Rates of Authorised & Unauthorised Absence 19 Results of National Curriculum Assessment 13 Safety in School 20 - Dangerous Toys - Fire Drills, - Road Safety Sex Education 11 Special Needs 11 Staff of the School 7 Supplementary Form 6 Swimming and PE Exemption 19 Transfer to High School 20 Uniform and Dress 14 Visits to Doctor/Dentist/Clinic 18

______School Brochure Page 2 4/7/2018 INTRODUCTION

This booklet has been produced for parents who wish to know more about, or who are intending to send their children to Newburgh Church of England Primary School. I also hope that it may be useful to the parents of children already at our school as one of the intentions of the booklet is to form closer links between home and school and Christ Church, Newburgh.

For those parents with young children at school, or who are soon to have children in our care, I welcome you to the school and hope that your child will be happy here and develop both intellectually and physically to the best of his/her ability.

I hope that we shall enjoy a happy association with you and your children in the coming years. Mrs J A Reynolds Head Teacher

FORMAL DETAILS The full name of the school is:- NEWBURGH CHURCH OF ENGLAND (AIDED) PRIMARY SCHOOL The postal address is:- BACK LANE, NEWBURGH, Nr. WIGAN, LANCASHIRE. WN8 7XB. The telephone number and Fax number is:- (01257) 462916 The e-mail addresses of the school are: [email protected] or [email protected] The name of the Head Teacher is:- Mrs J A REYNOLDS

The Chair of the Governing Body is:

Mr A C RICHARDSON

The School hours are:-

MORNING SESSION 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon

AFTERNOON SESSION 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Key Stage 2 1:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Key Stage 1

BREAK TIMES 10:35a.m. - 10:50a.m. 2:15p.m. - 2:30p.m.

______School Brochure Page 3 4/7/2018 BRIEF HISTORY OF THE SCHOOL

The original Newburgh School, sited on Course Lane, was founded in 1714 by Thomas Crane. The school was moved to the oldest part of the present building in 1860 and 1890. Two new classrooms were added in 1955 and a hall and kitchen were added in 1969. The last phase of building, completed in 1974 added two open- plan classrooms and a resource area. More recently there has been a programme of internal refurbishment to all of the teaching areas. Thomas Crane was not the only benefactor of our school. Peter Lathom, who lived in the 18th century, formed a trust, to which Newburgh's parishioners are able to apply for grants for higher education for their children. Newburgh is a Voluntary Aided Church of England School which means that the building has been provided by the Church. The Governors continue to maintain the external fabric. It is a co-educational Day School which offers a Primary Education to children in the four to eleven age groups. This is a Church of England School and the Religious Education it provides is in conformity with the titles, practices and doctrines of the Church of England. The syllabus used is authorised by the Liverpool Diocesan Board of Education.

ORGANISATION The children are taught in five classes. There are three Infant classes and two junior classes. The structure and allocation of classes is dependent upon the number of children on roll and the distribution of the children's ages. Work is matched to children's ability, regardless of year group. A variety of teaching techniques and organisational strategies are used, including whole class, year group, small group and individual tuition, as the situation demands.

______School Brochure Page 4 4/7/2018 ADMISSSIONS ARRANGEMENTS Making an application Applications for an admission to the school for September 2016 should be made online or on the common application form enclosed with the Local Authority’s brochure and also on the Supplementary form between October 2015 and 15th January 2016. Parents must complete the Local Authority application form, stating three preferences. Parents who wish their application to this Church school to be considered against the faith criteria should also complete the supplementary form. If the school is oversubscribed, failure to complete the supplementary form may result in your application for a place in this school being considered against lower priority criteria as the Governing Body will have no information upon which to assess the worship attendance. Applications may also be made online or on the common application form; however the Supplementary Form must be handed in to the appropriate school or schools. Letters informing parents of whether or not their child has been allocated a place will be sent out by the Local Authority by 16th April 2016. Parents who apply online will be informed online. Parents of children not admitted will be informed of the reason and offered an alternative place by the Authority. Admissions procedures Arrangements for admission have been agreed following consultation between the governing body, the Diocesan Board of Education, Local Authorities and other admission authorities in the area. The number of places available for admission to the Reception class in the year 2017 will be a maximum of 17. The governing body will not place any restrictions on the admissions to the reception class unless the number of children for whom admission is sought exceeds their admission number. By law, no infant class may contain more than thirty children. The Governing Body operates a system of equal preferences under which they consider all preferences equally and the Local Authority notifies parents of the result. In the event that there are more applicants than places, after admitting all children with a statement of educational need naming the school, the governing body will allocate places using the criteria below, which are listed in order of priority. 1. Children in Public Care. This includes any “looked after child” and any child who was previously looked after but immediately after being looked after became subject to an adoption, residences or special guardianship order.

2. Children with special medical or social circumstances affecting the child where these needs can only be met at this school.

3. Children who have a sibling attending the school on the date of application and on the date of admission.

4. Children whose parents live in the ecclesiastical/civil parish of Newburgh.

(a) Children with a parent/guardian worshipping in a church in membership of Churches Together in England* (b) Other children. 5. Children whose parents live outside the ecclesiastical/civil parish of Newburgh.

(a) Children with a parent/guardian worshipping in a church in membership of Churches Together in England.* (b) Other children. *At least once a month for six months. Twins etc Where there are twins, triplets wanting admissions and there is only a single place left within the admission number, then the governing body will exercise as much flexibility as possible with the requirements of infant class sizes. In exceptional circumstances we are now able to offer places for both twins and all triplets, even when this means breaching infant class size limits. This may also apply to siblings who are in the same year group. Tie break Where there are more applicants for the available places within a category, then the distance between the Ordnance Survey address points for the school and the home measured in a straight line will be used as the final determining factor, nearer addresses having priority over more distant ones. This address point is within the body of the property and usually located at its centre. Where the cutoff point is for addresses within the same

______School Brochure Page 5 4/7/2018 building, then the single measure between address points will apply and the Local Authority's system of a random draw will determine which address(es) receive the offer(s). Supplementary form for Newburgh CE Primary School

Name of child:

Christian Surname names Date of birth Boy Girl

Name of parent/guardian Address

Post code Telephone Mobile Place of worship one of parents / guardians regularly attends:

Name of place of

worship Address

Name of vicar / priest / minister / faith leader / church

officer Address

Post code Telephone Worship attendance:

How frequently do you attend worship? [tick one box only] At Weekly fortnightly monthly least For how long has this been your practice? [tick one box only] At 3 years 2 years 1 year 6 months least

Your faith leader will be contacted in order to confirm this information.

STAFF OF THE SCHOOL

CLASS RESPONSIBILITY HEAD TEACHER Mrs J A Reynolds BSc QTS NPQH PPA Assessment, Child Protection Maths, RE, SEND, Worship ______School Brochure Page 6 4/7/2018 TEACHERS Mrs S Duthie B.A. (Hons. Q.T.S.) YR Forest School, LOtC.

Mrs R. Fowler B A. (Hons. QTS) Y1 Assessment, Creativity KS1, Literacy, Worship

Mrs E. Jones B.A. (Hons. Q.T.S.) Y2 D T, MFL

Miss L Iddon B.A. (Hons. QTS.) Y3/4 Key Stage Two Manager Music, PSHE&C Healthy Schools Mrs E. Breheny B.A. (Hons. QTS)

Mr. A. Dilworth BSc (Hons. QTS.) Y5/6 Art, ICT, PE, Science,

NON-TEACHING STAFF

TEACHING ASSISTANTS Mrs J Canavan, Mrs G Enriles Mrs D Jenkinson, Mrs E Breheny Mrs E Anderson, Ms J Gosson

SCHOOL CLERK Mrs C. Quirk.

CLEANING STAFF Mrs A Menarry (Site Supervisor/cleaner)

KITCHEN STAFF Mrs V Wilcock (Cook-in-Charge) Mrs A Menarry

WELFARE ASSISTANTS Mrs N Smith, Ms J. Gosson

NEWBURGH ALL ROUND CARE Mrs E Anderson, Miss C Menarry Miss S Moreton, Miss L Renner.

CROSSING PATROL Mrs D Vickers

THE GENERAL AIMS The general aims of the school are that each child should develop intellectually, physically, socially and morally to the best of his/her ability, should enjoy a wide variety of aspects of the curriculum, and should learn to understand the value of courtesy, good manners and consideration for others. We are committed to learning inside and outside the classroom.

THE CURRICULUM

______School Brochure Page 7 4/7/2018 All our Curriculum Policies and Schemes of Work are in line with National Curriculum rules and guidelines. We believe that all children are born with the capacity to be creative and that we have the responsibility to ensure that children’s individual creativity is nurtured. For this reason we will, wherever possible, ensure that cross curricular links are pursued in order to encourage creativity and meaningful learning.

The overarching aim for English in the National Curriculum is to provided high standards of language and literacy by equipping pupils with a strong command of the spoken and written word, and to develop their love of literature through widespread reading for enjoyment The National Curriculum for English aims to ensure that all pupils:  read easily, fluently and with good understanding  develop the habit of reading widely and often, for both pleasure and information  acquire a wide vocabulary, an understanding of grammar and knowledge of linguistic conventions for reading, writing and spoken language  appreciate our rich and varied literary heritage  write clearly, accurately and coherently, adapting their language and style in and for a range of contexts, purposes and audiences  use discussion in order to learn; they should be able to elaborate and explain clearly their understanding and ideas  are competent in the arts of speaking and listening, making formal presentations, demonstrating to others and participating in debate. The National Curriculum for Mathematics aims to ensure that all pupils:  become fluent in the fundamentals of mathematics, including through varied and frequent practice with increasingly complex problems over time, so that pupils develop conceptual understanding and the ability to recall and apply knowledge rapidly and accurately.  reason mathematically by following a line of enquiry, conjecturing relationships and generalisations, and developing an argument, justification or proof using mathematical language  can solve problems by applying their mathematics to a variety of routine and non-routine problems with increasing sophistication, including breaking down problems into a series of simpler steps and persevering in seeking solutions.

The National Curriculum for Science aims to ensure that all pupils:  develop scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding through the specific disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics  develop understanding of the nature, processes and methods of science through different types of science enquiries that help them to answer scientific questions about the world around them  are equipped with the scientific knowledge required to understand the uses and implications of science, today and for the future.

Religious Education and Collective Worship - Each school day has an Act of Worship. There are strong links with Christ Church, Newburgh and the Vicar regularly conducts a service in school. Our Religious Education, which is based on the scheme developed by the Diocese of Liverpool, supports the rest of the curriculum in developing the attitudes, values and beliefs of the Christian way of life. However, the importance and value of other world religions is also recognised. The Governors acknowledge parents' right to withdraw their child from RE lessons and collective worship, but sincerely hope that all children placed in our care will be given the opportunity to receive instruction, guidance and loving encouragement in the values, attitudes and beliefs of the Christian faith.

The National Curriculum for Art and Design aims to ensure that all pupils: ______School Brochure Page 8 4/7/2018  produce creative work, exploring their ideas and recording their experiences  become proficient in drawing, painting, sculpture and other art, craft and design techniques  evaluate and analyse creative works using the language of art, craft and design  know about great artists, craft makers and designers, and understand the historical and cultural development of their art forms.

The National Curriculum for Computing aims to ensure that all pupils:  can understand and apply the fundamental principles and concepts of computer science, including abstraction, logic, algorithms and data representation  can analyse problems in computational terms, and have repeated practical experience of writing computer programs in order to solve such problems  can evaluate and apply information technology, including new or unfamiliar technologies, analytically to solve problems  are responsible, competent, confident and creative users of information and communication technology.

The National Curriculum for Design and Technology aims to ensure that all pupils:  develop the creative, technical and practical expertise needed to perform everyday tasks confidently and to participate successfully in an increasingly technological world  build and apply a repertoire of knowledge, understanding and skills in order to design and make high-quality prototypes and products for a wide range of users  critique, evaluate and test their ideas and products and the work of others  understand and apply the principles of nutrition and learn how to cook.

The National Curriculum for Geography aims to ensure that all pupils:  develop contextual knowledge of the location of globally significant places – both terrestrial and marine – including their defining physical and human characteristics and how these provide a geographical context for understanding the actions of processes  understand the processes that give rise to key physical and human geographical features of the world, how these are interdependent and how they bring about spatial variation and change over time  are competent in the geographical skills needed to:  collect, analyse and communicate with a range of data gathered through experiences of fieldwork that deepen their understanding of geographical processes  interpret a range of sources of geographical information, including maps, diagrams, globes, aerial photographs and Geographical Information Systems (GIS)  communicate geographical information in a variety of ways, including through maps, numerical and quantitative skills and writing at length.

The National Curriculum for History aims to ensure that all pupils:  know and understand the history of these islands as a coherent, chronological narrative, from the earliest times to the present day: how people’s lives have shaped this nation and how Britain has influenced and been influenced by the wider world  know and understand significant aspects of the history of the wider world: the nature of ancient civilisations; the expansion and dissolution of empires; characteristic features of past non-European societies; achievements and follies of mankind  gain and deploy a historically grounded understanding of abstract terms such as ‘empire’, ‘civilisation’, ‘parliament’ and ‘peasantry’  understand historical concepts such as continuity and change, cause and consequence, similarity, difference and significance, and use them to make connections, draw ______School Brochure Page 9 4/7/2018 contrasts, analyse trends, frame historically-valid questions and create their own structured accounts, including written narratives and analyses  understand the methods of historical enquiry, including how evidence is used rigorously to make historical claims, and discern how and why contrasting arguments and interpretations of the past have been constructed  gain historical perspective by placing their growing knowledge into different contexts, understanding the connections between local, regional, national and international history; between cultural, economic, military, political, religious and social history; and between short- and long-term timescales.

The National Curriculum for Languages aims to ensure that all pupils:  understand and respond to spoken and written language from a variety of authentic sources  speak with increasing confidence, fluency and spontaneity, finding ways of communicating what they want to say, including through discussion and asking questions, and continually improving the accuracy of their pronunciation and intonation  can write at varying length, for different purposes and audiences, using the variety of grammatical structures that they have learnt  discover and develop an appreciation of a range of writing in the language studied.

The National Curriculum for Music aims to ensure that all pupils:  perform, listen to, review and evaluate music across a range of historical periods, genres, styles and traditions, including the works of the great composers and musicians  learn to sing and to use their voices, to create and compose music on their own and with others, have the opportunity to learn a musical instrument, use technology appropriately and have the opportunity to progress to the next level of musical excellence  understand and explore how music is created, produced and communicated, including through the inter-related dimensions: pitch, duration, dynamics, tempo, timbre, texture, structure and appropriate musical notations.

The National Curriculum for Physical Education aims to ensure that all pupils:  develop competence to excel in a broad range of physical activities  are physically active for sustained periods of time  engage in competitive sports and activities  lead healthy, active lives

. SPECIAL NEEDS Despite the class teacher’s support and differentiated planning some children have difficulty in learning. If this happens we will provide additional help and support. We will discuss this with parents and devise a Graduated Learning Plan (GLP) for the child. This will be reviewed at Parents’ Evenings and once per half term by Mrs. Reynolds – the Special Needs Co-ordinator (SENDCO) - and the class teacher. Parents will be invited to this meeting but if they cannot ______School Brochure Page 10 4/7/2018 attend a copy of the reviewed GLP and new GLP will be sent home and any comments will be welcomed. If, despite this help, we are still concerned that a child is not making progress we will increase the help that is given to a child. We will do this if we feel a child is falling significantly behind the rest of the class. Some testing may be carried out in school either by the SENDCO or by other professionals not directly employed by the school. We will continue to use GLP’s but they will be more detailed. Parents will be fully involved in this process.

In a small number of cases where a child meets the LEA criteria for action we will refer the child to the School Psychological Service for a more detailed diagnostic assessment. This will be fully discussed with the parents beforehand. This may lead to an EHC Plan (Education Health & Care). This is a legal document and the school will hold statutory reviews and meet all statutory requirements.

We value the help that parents can give us and appreciate them sharing any problems a child may have had previously or during their time with us. Should a parent have any concerns about the progress of their child they should discuss them with the class teacher. If there continues to be a cause for concern then this should be brought to the attention of the Headteacher. Complaints about the special educational needs provision made by the school should be discussed with the Headteacher (Mrs. J Reynolds) in the unlikely event that the Headteacher is unable to resolve the complaint, then the parent should write to the Schools’ SEN Governor Mrs Hazel Flight.

If a parent would like to read a full copy of the SEN policy then they can borrow one from the school Secretary. If a parent would like their own copy then this can be arranged. There will be a small charge for this service to cover photocopy costs. Our SEN policy is reviewed and updated annually and our SEN Governor makes regular reports to the governing body.

SEX EDUCATION The Governors have set out the following principles and aims of Sex Education in our school: 1. Sex education teaching in this school is based within the context of the Christian, moral framework of a loving relationship. 2. We believe that we have a responsibility to provide factual information in this area to prepare our children to cope with the physical and emotional changes in adolescence. 3. We aim to give our children the personal skills to ensure their safety and protection from exploitation. 4. While parents have the right to withdraw their children from the non-prescribed aspects of sex education (by written application to the Chair of Governors), we hope that all parents will allow their child access to this important area of the curriculum. Our SRE policy is available if any parent wishes to read it.

SAFEGUARDING & CHILD PROTECTION Lancashire procedures will be followed if we suspect any case of abuse or neglect. The designated senior person for school is Mrs J. Reynolds, the deputy designated person is Mrs R Fowler

______School Brochure Page 11 4/7/2018 EDUCATION FOR ALL The following policy statement has been produced by the governors:-

1) The School seeks to promote positive attitudes towards our multi-ethnic society. 2) Through the curriculum we encourage an understanding and appreciation of the various communities that make up our society. 3) All pupils are encouraged to recognise that each society has its own values, traditions and styles of living, which should be considered in the context of that society, as well as compared with their own. 4) School assemblies recognise and reflect the various elements of our multi-cultural society. The School's overall collections of resources reflect the fact that young people are living and learning in a multi-ethnic society. 5) Care is taken in the selection of resources so that they may reflect our multi-cultural society.

CURRICULUM COMPLAINTS POLICY If you have any query about what is being taught in the school this could, in the first instance, be addressed on an informal basis to the child's class teacher. In more complex circumstances, liaison with the Headteacher is essential.

DfES DOCUMENTS, SCHOOL POLICIES AND SCHEMES Documents from the Department for Children, Schools and Families, School Policy Documents and Schemes of Work can be viewed in the school office, on application to the Headteacher.

______School Brochure Page 12 4/7/2018 Test & Teacher Assessment results for KS2 2016

Y6 Writing Grammar Punctuation & Spelling Below At expected Above expected Below expected At expected Above expected expected 8% 75% 17% 8% 67% 25%

Y6 Mathematics Reading Below At expected Above Below expected At expected Above expected expected expected 8% 42% 50% 8% 42% 50%

Average Scaled Score for the Cohort Mathematics Reading Grammar Punctuation & Spelling

108 107 107

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KS1 Results 2016

Y2 Writing Below At expected Above expected expected 21% 72% 7%

Y2 Mathematics Reading Below At expected Above Below expected At expected Above expected expected expected 14% 36% 50% 7% 79% 14%

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______School Brochure Page 13 4/7/2018 UNIFORM AND DRESS.

The wearing of school uniform is not compulsory, but very much preferred. The uniform creates a sense of unity and pride in our school and supports the work that we do. Most of our parents choose to dress their children in our school uniform and the children always look very smart. The uniform is as follows:-

WINTER: white polo shirt with school motif. Grey shorts/trousers or grey skirt. Navy pullover or cardigan with school motif. SUMMER: As winter, if desired - OR shorts - traditional grey. Dresses - blue/white small check socks/tights - grey, white or black.

In KS 1 we request that children have a pair of Wellingtons in school at all time and a pair of jogging bottoms to slip on over their clothes for outdoor work. School will provide each child with waterproof trousers.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION: Navy shorts (not Bermuda type), white T-shirt, pumps (not trainers).

OUTDOOR GAMES: summer - PE kit and trainers, winter - Football/Netball kit with boots/trainers, old tracksuit or sweater. Hooded tops with school motif are now available.

All school uniform can be purchased from Premier Sport, 17 Church Street, Ormskirk or online from Tesco uniforms. Further information can be obtained from the school office.

Parents are particularly requested NOT to send children to school in jeans, patterned T-shirts and leisure wear and trainers. PLEASE put your child's name on EVERY item of clothing. It is of great assistance to teachers to be able to identify items of clothing quickly.

For reasons of safety, jewellery, including ear rings, is NOT allowed, but the wearing of studs is permitted. These MUST be removed by the child for PE, games and swimming. Please do not have children’s ears pierced at the beginning of a term when they will be unable to remove earrings for swimming. Wellingtons may be worn to school but children MUST bring a pair of shoes which they can wear in school. Trainers, Crocs or Boots are not suitable for school. HAIR: Long hair should be tied back; Mohican hair cuts, tramlines, shaved heads etc are not suitable for school.

______School Brochure Page 14 4/7/2018 PREPARATION FOR STARTING SCHOOL

It is hoped that the following points may help you to prepare your child for school.

 Can they go to the toilet themselves? Stress the importance of washing hands.

 Can they take off their coat and hang it up, change shoes or Wellingtons?

 Can they undress and dress themselves for PE? Please send them in suitable, labelled clothes e.g. slip-on shoes; zips, not buttons.

 Are they used to eating at a table with a knife and fork, and trying food that is different, can they chat quietly and sit still?

 Do they put away their own toys and generally take care of them; do they help to tidy up and can they carry out simple tasks?

 Do they know where the school is?

 Have you practised the journey and talked about not talking to strangers and never accepting lifts?

 Remind them to stay in their classroom if there is no-one to meet them after school.

 Do they know about the Green Cross Code?

ALL THESE POINTS MAY SEEM BASIC BUT IT IS OFTEN THE SMALLEST DETAILS OF SCHOOL LIFE THAT CAUSE INITIAL DISTRESS.

Here are some more points to consider:

 Do you talk to them, listen to them; encourage them to join in sensible conversation?

 Do you look at books together, sometimes the parent reading and sometimes allowing the child to tell you about the pictures? Does your child see YOU reading?

 Do you sing or say counting songs and rhymes - seize every opportunity to practise counting. Has your child played matching games, done jigsaws and had plenty of experience of drawing, water play, sand play, painting and colouring?

 If they want to write and have had plenty of drawing experience so that their pencil control is good, let them practise their name - But not in capitals please.

 Do they know the names of colours?

If your child has attended our nursery all of the above will already have been covered.

______School Brochure Page 15 4/7/2018 PARENTS AND SCHOOL

An initial ‘Meet the Teacher’ is held at the beginning of each school year. This gives parents an opportunity to hear about what is going on in school and to voice any concerns. Parents Evenings are held during the year when parents are invited to come into school to see or discuss their child's work and progress with the teachers. Parents are also encouraged to come into school at any time (by appointment with the Headteacher) when they are particularly concerned about any aspect of their child's welfare. In addition to this, a report on the child's attainment and progress is sent to parents at the end of each school year. This will include results of Standard Assessment Tests (SATS) at the end of Key Stage 2.

Bringing and Collecting Children Children should be left and collected outside the school; teachers will be on the playground at the beginning and end of each school day. The school day ends at 3.30 p.m. Children who are normally collected from school should wait within the school grounds (at the top of the yard by the gate) until parents arrive. It is very important that you let us know if you are going to be late, so that we can keep an eye on your child. Please, also warn them NOT to set off home without you, but to return and wait in school if you are not there to collect them.

Parental Help We are happy to encourage parents to come into school to help by taking small groups of children for baking, sewing, craftwork, computer work, preparing and clearing up materials for lessons etc. We are always grateful to parents for this valuable work. If you are interested in helping in this way, please ring for further details. I must emphasise that there is NO financial reward - just the enjoyment of being with the children and the satisfaction of a job well done!!

The Parent Teacher Association All parents are members of the PTA, free of charge. The Annual General Meeting takes place in September each year. The PTA Committee arranges various fund-raising events and your support for these will be welcomed. During recent years the PTA has raised a considerable amount of money which has been placed at the school's disposal. This has allowed the school to buy many items of equipment which would otherwise be beyond our means. One important aspect of the PTA is the opportunity it gives for you to meet other parents and the teachers on an informal basis so a number of social events are arranged each year. We do hope you will take an interest in your PTA and give your support whenever possible. For further details please contact Mrs.Grant or Mrs Johnson (via school), the PTA Chairpersons.

COMMUNICATION An essential ingredient of any school is adequate communications. It is our intention that everyone should be aware of the current issues and policies, which affect our school and also be informed of future events. To make this possible, newsletters are sent out every Friday to parents (this can be by email) and posted on the school website. We also use the texting service to keep parents informed as well as displaying notices in school and elsewhere concerning events connected directly or indirectly with school. In addition the Headteacher is available to parents who may wish to discuss any matter connected with school.

______School Brochure Page 16 4/7/2018 HEALTH

The School Health Service is provided by West Lancashire Health Trust. The School Nurse attends school to carry out testing of vision and recording of height and weight at reception and Year six. The School Nurse is available to advise parents on their child's health problems which may interfere with their education and advise the school on any health issues related to the school environment. She undertakes the promotion of good health with individuals or groups of children. The Health Trust also provides Speech Therapy, Physiotherapy and a Chiropody service to school children with referral by the School Nurse or Doctor. Our School Nurse can be contacted through School or at Sandy Lane Health Centre, Skelmersdale, telephone 01695 727186.

The following table shows the Incubation and Exclusion Periods of the commoner Communicable Diseases. NORMAL INCUBATION MINIMUM PERIOD OF EXCLUSION PERIOD (in days)

Chickenpox 11 - 21 6 days from onset of rash

German Measles 14 - 21 4 days from onset of rash (Rubella)

Infective Jaundice 15 - 50 7 days from onset of jaundice (commonly 28)

Measles 10 - 15 7 days from onset of rash (commonly 10 to onset of illness and14 to appearance of rash)

Mumps 12 - 26 until swelling has subsided (commonly 18)

Whooping Cough 7 - 10 21 days from onset of paroxysmal (Pertussis) cough

______School Brochure Page 17 4/7/2018 MEDICINES IN SCHOOL,

Teachers/non-teaching staff will not generally administer medicines or drugs to children in school. There are obvious dangers. Where it is necessary for children to have medicines or drugs during the school day, the parents should:

EITHER make arrangements with the Headteacher so that the parent can come into school to administer the medicine to their child,

OR supply the Headteacher with (a) not more than one day's supply at a time enclosed in a suitable container, (b) written instructions explaining how the medicine or drugs have to be administered and (c) written permission.

The relevant documentation will need to be completed with the office. Generally speaking, a child taking medicine is not well enough to attend school.

(Of course, these rules do not apply to sufferers from chronic illnesses - for example, asthma, sufferers should have their medication with them at all times.)

VISITS TO DOCTOR/DENTIST/CLINIC

It is appreciated that these visits sometimes have to take place during school hours. Parents should inform the Headteacher IN WRITING beforehand of such visits, STATING WHO IS TO COLLECT THE CHILD. This person should report to the Headteacher when they collect the child. Children will NOT be allowed to leave the school premises during school hours unless first collected by a parent or person designated by the parent and named in the letter. THIS IS A VERY IMPORTANT SAFETY PROCEDURE.

______School Brochure Page 18 4/7/2018 ABSENCES A letter should be sent to School with the child on his/her return following any length of absence. This should explain the reasons for the time the child has had off school. In addition, parents are asked to telephone the School before 9.30 a.m. on the first day of absence. A verbal message from a brother or sister would also be acceptable. This does NOT replace the written explanation but is often useful to the Class Teacher. Unexplained absences are marked as such in the Attendance Register and have to be reported.

RATES OF AUTHORISED AND UNAUTHORISED ABSENCE

The percentage of half day sessions missed through authorised absence was 2.9%, The percentage of half day sessions missed through unauthorised absence was 0.04%.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE DURING TERM TIME In order to comply with regulations laid down by the Department for Education and Skills parents must apply through the Headteacher for their child to be granted leave of absence, and this will only be granted for exception circumstances.

DINNER MONEY AND PAYMENTS TO SCHOOL A varied menu of school lunches is cooked on the premises and children choose their meal in advance. Alternatively, pupils may bring sandwiches to school and dining room facilities will be made available to them. Occasionally children may wish to change their midday meal arrangements by opting to take school meals instead of bringing sandwiches or vice-versa. Changes of this kind can be made on an ad hoc basis, just inform Chrissy in the office. If a child requires a meal on an occasional basis they must bring the money to school in an envelope clearly marked with their name, on the day Otherwise dinner money is collected every FRIDAY; payable one week in advance, some parents may opt to pay for the term. Payment by cheque is always accepted and is a safe way for you to make payments. Dinner money cheques should be made payable to: LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL. Please note that currently meals for KS1 pupils are free. All other payments to school by cheque should be made payable to: NEWBURGH SCHOOL unless otherwise instructed. All payments of money to school should be made in an envelope on which should be written: CHILD'S NAME, AMOUNT OF MONEY ENCLOSED, WHAT THE PAYMENT IS FOR, CLASS

SWIMMING AND PE EXEMPTION As these lessons are part of the Curriculum, children can only be excused on medical grounds. Please send a note if your child must miss a lesson, or speak to the Headteacher.

DISCIPLINE Copies of the School Rules, which are necessary for your child's welfare, safety and happiness, are available on request from the School. Wherever possible, parents are closely involved when behavioural difficulties arise in school. The rules we have, and the reasons behind them, are pointed out to the children whenever the need arises. In cases where a child is guilty of repeated gross misconduct, the parents will be contacted and asked to visit the School to discuss the situation with the Headteacher. In extreme circumstances, the Governors of the School could exercise the right to exclude the child.

You are urged to contact the Headteacher if you feel that your child is unhappy in school for any reason, especially if bullying is suspected. The school has a Behaviour and Anti-Bullying Policy.

SAFETY IN SCHOOL

______School Brochure Page 19 4/7/2018 Dangerous Toys If a child is seen with a dangerous item, we take it away from them and hand it to the parent of the child on personal request. Children should not bring toys to school as losing or breaking them can cause distress.

Fire Drills Fire drills, in the form of evacuation from class areas, take place once per term.

Road Safety We regularly have visits from the Road Safety Officer (Lancashire Constabulary). All children are given the opportunity of taking part in the Right Start programme in Key Stage One and Safe Cycling Course before they leave the school.

TRANSFER TO HIGH SCHOOLS We are also concerned that your child transfers to the next stage of his/her education as smoothly as possible. During the autumn term before your child is due to leave us; you will receive information about the various High Schools in our area from which to make your choice. In addition, you will be notified of the Open Evenings held by most High Schools during that term.

GOVERNORS' CHARGING POLICY The charging policy of the Governors is in accordance with the 1988 Education Act. Educational visits in school time that support the National Curriculum are seen to be an important part of the learning process. Parents may be asked to contribute to the cost of such visits. A child whose parents do not contribute will not be treated any differently from other children. However, if enough parents do not contribute, then the visit may not be able to take place. Tuition provided by the school is free.

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Activities which take place at lunchtime and after school are an important part of school life. These activities will depend on the expertise and availability of staff and are likely to include the following during the school year (though, obviously, not all at the same time)

Netball, football, athletics, gymnastics, fencing, judo, country dancing, cricket, chess, craft club, dance, keyboard, saxophone, guitars, recorders and tag rugby

BREAKFAST CLUB & AFTER SCHOOL CARE CLUB

We have a Breakfast and After School Care Club. It is run by a well-qualified Staff and is open from 8:00 – 8:55am. & 3.30 – 5.30 pm each day in term time. Many activities are offered to the children during the club where they can be looked after in safe and caring surroundings. Please contact the school office for further details. The mobile number for club is 07539637187. Newburgh All Round Care was judged as OUTSTANDING in all areas by Ofsted in May 2015.

THE SCHOOL GOVERNORS Name & Basis of Membership Address

______School Brochure Page 20 4/7/2018 (LEA) Mr. A. C. Richardson Duttons Barn, Newburgh 463942 (P) Mrs K Ambrose Westview Sandy Lane Newburgh WN8 7TT 462329 (F) Mr I Anderton 2 Cobbs Brow Cottages Vale Lane Lathom 01695 51393 (P) Mrs H Flight 17 Tabby’s Nook Newburgh Wigan WN8 7LN 463239 (T) Miss L Iddon C/O The School (Elected by Teachers) 462916 (F) Mrs K Fleming 54 Newacres Newburgh WN8 7TU 463782 (Head) Mrs J Reynolds Headteacher 462916 (F) Mrs V Heapy 22 Brandreth Drive Parbold WN8 7HB 464573 (F) Mrs A Bardon Asholme Ash Brow Newburgh WN8 7NG 463442 (F) Mrs F Casey 23 Clovelly Drive Newburgh WN8 7LY 463837

01704 893081 [F = Foundation Governor, LEA = Lancashire Education Authority,

The full board of governors generally meets once a term while smaller committees meet more often to deal with different particular aspects of school life. Copies of the minutes of governors' termly meetings are available to parents at school. In the normal course of events, parents' queries about school should be directed to the headteacher but should parents wish to, they can contact the Chair of the Governing Body.

AND FINALLY

We have clear responsibilities......

1. To develop each child's talents as fully as possible.

2. To teach effectively and to set the highest standards in work and behaviour.

3. To care for each child when at school as a good parent of a large family.

4. To encourage regular communication with parents as a basis for close co-operation between school and home.

...... and so do you.

1. To show, by your example, that you support the School in setting high standards.

2. To see that your children attend regularly, on time, refreshed, alert and ready to work.

3. To take an active support and interest in your child's work and progress.

4. To support the authority and discipline of the school, leading to helping your children achieve maturity, self-discipline and self-control.

The information in this document relates to the 2015/2016 school year and was correct in relation to that year on 1st September, 2015.

However, it should NOT be assumed that there will be no change affecting the relevant arrangements in some particular matter either before the start of, or during, the school year in question, or in relation to subsequent school years.

J A Reynolds (Headteacher)

Newburgh CE Primary School

______School Brochure Page 21 4/7/2018 School Holiday Pattern for 2016-2017

Autumn Term 2016

School Reopens Thursday 1st September 2016

Half Term Monday 31st—Friday 4th November 2016 (inclusive)

School Reopens Monday 7th November 2016

School Closes Friday 23rd December 2016 at 1:00 p.m.

Spring Term 2017

School Reopens Monday 9th January 2017

Half Term Monday 13th—Friday 17th February 2017 (inclusive)

School Reopens Monday 20th February 2017

School Closes Friday 31st March 2017 at 1:00 p.m.

Summer Term 2017

School Reopens Tuesday 18th April 2017

May Day Closure Monday 1st May 2017

Half Term Monday 29th May—Friday 9th June 2017 (inclusive) Please note 2 week break!

School Reopens Monday 12th June 2017

End of School Year Friday 21st July 2017 at 1:00 p.m.

SUMMER HOLIDAYS

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