Bosley St Mary’s Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School
Achievement for all in a caring, Christian community. Prospectus BOSLEY ST MARY’S C OF E (VC) PRIMARY SCHOOL - PROSPECTUS Welcome to Bosley!
Dear Parents and Carers, Bosley St Mary’s Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) School is situated in the heart of the small village of Bosley, on the edge of the Peak District National Park, just a short distance from the towns of Macclesfield, Congleton and Leek.
Our 156-year-old school provides first class care and education in a recently refurbished and extended building. Our teachers and teaching assistants aim to provide high-quality, all round education, enabling our children to fulfil their academic potential. The school’s strong Christian, family atmosphere enables your child to develop in a happy, secure environment. Our numbers are small; we currently have 34 children on roll: 23 in Key Stage 2 and 11 in Key Stage 1 and Reception. There are 3 teachers and 2 teaching assistants. We hope you will choose Bosley St Mary’s for your child’s education and we look forward to welcoming you and your child to our school community. Best wishes, Stephanie Clulow - Acting Headteacher Helen Rawlinson - Chair of Governors
Bosley St Mary's Primary School, Leek Old Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 0NX
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The School
Bosley St Mary's is a small village school with a pupil admission number of 8. The school was opened on 18th November 1858 and extended in 1897. Much of the original character of the building remains and this provides a wealth of historical interest for the children.
In September 2003, an extensive building programme was completed. In addition to the main teaching areas, the now school benefits from a fully -equipped hall with an adjoining fitted kitchen, a fully-resourced practical activity area and a library Small School, Big Ideas! which is also used for teaching. Our most recent addition is a new classroom for our pre school We may be small but that doesn’t group, The Bosley Bobkins. stop us from thinking BIG! The school educates children from the school year in We are part of the CeCP – Congleton which they turn five up to eleven years of age. We have two classes: one infant class and one junior Education Community Partnership of class. Schools. From this partnership we have strong support and are able to At Bosley St. Mary's, we aim to provide a stimulating share good ideas and practice. We and caring environment for our pupils, extending have also forged partnerships with their skills, knowledge and understanding through other local small rural schools – first hand experiences. We value diversity and aim Wincle, Pott Shrigley, St John’s to build on the best inclusive practice. We are part of the larger community of Bosley village and all Bollington and Kettleshulme - and pupils play an active part in village life. The school together we plan joint activities, is a Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) share resources and exchange ideas. Primary School and maintains close links with the By supporting and working together Parish Church of St. Mary the Virgin, Bosley. Our Christian ethos is an integral part of school life and relationships. Our Values and Ethos
Our school mission statement is: “Achievement for all in a caring, Christian community”.
Our school is:
a place where we encourage and promote the growth of Christian values, where everyone is safe, valued and respected.
a place where we encourage everyone to make healthy life choices.
an enjoyable place where all efforts and achievements are celebrated.
a place where everyone is encouraged to make a positive contribution.
a place that prepares children for further education and beyond.
Bosley St Mary's Primary School, Leek Old Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 0NX
www.bosleyschool.co.uk Tel: 01260 223280, Email: [email protected] BOSLEY ST MARY’S C OF E (VC) PRIMARY SCHOOL - PROSPECTUS
Rated “Good” and “Outstanding” Pupils love this school. They work and play exceptionally well together. Ofsted 4th October 2016
Parents describe the school as ‘phenomenal’ in its pastoral care for children, embracing the whole family.
The Curriculum
All areas of the National Curriculum are taught across the key stages and we aim to give our children the best possible start by developing the key skills in maths, literacy and ICT. We have good facilities for ICT and believe it should be at the heart of 21st century education. Much of our curriculum is practical – we believe that children learn by being active and doing. Trips and visits play a vital role in our school and classes are encouraged to get out and about as often as possible! Music, sport and the arts play an important part in our curriculum too.
Children in Reception follow the “Early Years Foundation Stage” guidance which encourages learning through play activities with more structured learning developing when the child is ready to learn.
There are two classes: a reception an infant class (Class 1) and a junior class (Class 2). Curriculum planning takes into account the differentiation of age and ability within each teaching group and a variety of teaching and learning styles is used accordingly. Reception children have their own teaching assistant who works closely with the teachers in Class 1 in the planning, delivery and assessment of their education.
Pastoral Care and Discipline
In class and at play, our pupils are supervised to the highest level. Our staff are interested in the emotional well-being and development of all children as individuals. They are able to offer guidance, support and understanding to foster self-discipline and independence. A friendly atmosphere in which politeness, respect and Christian values are highly valued provides the context for this.
All the children are encouraged to be aspirational and take pride in their school work and this is reinforced consistently with praise and encouragement.
We have behaviour and discipline policies which set out in some detail the types of behaviours that are acceptable and unacceptable. Our main concern is for the safety and well being of all children during the school day.
The school is part of a Congleton schools KiVA anti-bullying initiative.
Bosley St Mary's Primary School, Leek Old Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 0NX
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Extra-Curricular Activities
We have a thriving after-school programme which is run by Macclesfield Town Football Club and by class teachers. The range of activities varies according to the season and the interests of the children. Current clubs include – IT, Creative, Bible Buddies, Athletics, Lego and Football club. There is a charge of £2 to attend each club but those children receiving pupil The School Day premium may attend for no charge. The school doors open for access at During the year, we participate in several inter- 8:40am and school starts promptly at school events such as football matches and 9:00am with registration. The tournaments; cross-country meetings, the Small register closes at 9:10am Schools Athletics meeting, the Small Schools The school day is organised as Swimming Gala and Tag Rugby. follows:
Each year, children in the juniors are offered Infants: 9—12 noon / 1—3:15pm the opportunity to take part in a three-day residential visit to extend their studies. All the Juniors: 9—12.10 / 1—3:15pm children are encouraged to participate and to Play time is from 10:30—10:45am develop their skills and some financial help is available for families who receive benefits.
Religious Education and Collective Worship
Religious Education (R.E.) is a compulsory part of the primary school curriculum. There is a daily Act of Collective Worship and we use the Cheshire East Agreed Syllabus when planning R.E. lessons. The Vicar and Curate of St. Mary's Church are regularly involved in the Christian life of the school. A number of different guest speakers also visit the school on a weekly basis. Every year ‘Open the Book’ volunteers visit the school to share bible stories through drama with the children for several weeks.
As a parent you have the right to withdraw your child from all or part of the religious studies and collective worship provided, if they so wish. If a child is withdrawn from R.E. they will be given opportunities to extend work in another curriculum area.
Bosley St Mary's Primary School, Leek Old Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 0NX
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Bosley Bobkins
Our pre-school group, Bosley Bobkins operates from their own classroom every day of the week. Children are accepted from the age of two years up until they start Reception. They can stay for flexible sessions – from full-time to just one or two. A session is a morning, 8.50 – 12pm, or an afternoon 1 – 3.15pm and children can have a school lunch or bring their own packed lunch if they stay all day. Most of the children then transfer to Bosley St Mary’s School. Bosley Bobkins follows the Early Years Foundation Stage Guidance for appropriately aged children. Contact details can be found on the website.
Secondary Education
Many children from Bosley St. Mary's transfer to Eaton Bank School in Congleton at 11+ years of age. We have an excellent relationship with this school and the other local secondary schools that parents may choose. We actively participate in their induction and liaison procedures ensuring that the transition from Primary to Secondary education is as smooth as possible for our pupils.
Admissions Policy
The school follow the admissions policy of Cheshire East Local Authority, which is to provide one admission date in September for all children who are five years of age during that academic year.
If parents are considering sending their child/children to Bosley St. Mary's, they are invited to contact the Head Teacher to arrange a visit to the school and discuss all aspects of school life.
Bosley School enjoys a close relationship with Bosley Bobkins Pre-school which meets in their recently completed customised building five days a week. The children learn, through structured play activities, to socialise together and develop pre-school skills.
New Reception pupils are invited to attend introductory sessions at the school in the last term before they are due to start school in the September. This helps them to become familiar with school life. Our aim is to help all children to feel welcome at Bosley and to support them in settling into the daily routines of the school. The school has also recently introduced home visits for new reception children.
Bosley St Mary's Primary School, Leek Old Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 0NX
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Education Needs
The school has a Special Education Needs and Disability Co-ordinator SENDCO. The Coordinator follows the Department of Education's Code of Practice on the identification and assessment of children with special educational needs to provide a structured analysis of the specific requirements of these pupils. This can include liaising with the child, teachers, parents, the Learning Support Service, the Psychological Service, Mental Health Services, the Health Service and Social Services. An individual education programme may be devised for a child with Special Education Needs as well as visits from the Learning Support Service or Educational Psychologist and other support services.
In catering for children with Special Education Needs, we aim to:
Promote the early identification and intervention for children with Special Education Needs,
Identify gifted / talented / able children,
Help a child with Special Education Needs to fulfil their potential,
Promote an awareness of children with Special Education Needs,
Foster good relations between staff, parents, support services and other outside agencies,
Promote inclusive education.
Every effort is made to provide all children, including those with Special Education Needs, with a broad and balanced curriculum. Individual Education Plans and differentiation of activities and tasks within the classroom are some of the options available. The child's parents will be invited to regularly review and contribute to their child's plans and encouraged to work with their child at home to reinforce the work done in school.
Whatever difficulties any child at Bosley may have, the school aims to encourage and recognise achievement for all.
Higher Attaining Children
Higher attaining children are offered enrichment opportunities within and occasionally beyond the class. The school teaches children according to their attainment and organises mathematics and literacy groups accordingly.
Parental Involvement
The level of parental involvement in school enhances the children's education in various ways and is greatly appreciated by staff.
Parents are invited into school several times throughout the year to both formal parents’ evenings and informal drop-in sessions. We have close links with our parents and they feel able to come into school at any time to discuss matters openly with staff. If you have any concerns about your child please do not hesitate to discuss them with the teacher or Head Teacher if they arise.
Bosley St Mary's Primary School, Leek Old Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 0NX
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Holidays
A list of holidays for the current school year is available on the school website.
School is open for 190 days in an academic year. Legislation requires schools to set aside another five days for staff training, when the school will be closed to pupils. These dates are arranged by the school and parents advised by letter as soon as they are confirmed.
The school follows government guidelines holidays during term time and these guidelines can be found on the school website. Parents should not take their children out of school except in exceptional circumstances as holidays in term-time and long absences can seriously disrupt a child's progress.
If your child has to be away during term you are required to request authorisation from the school.
Charging Policy
Visits taking place during school hours cannot be charged for. We do hope, however, that parents see the tremendous educational value of school visits and continue to make voluntary contributions towards the costs when requested to do so. This enables us to provide a much wider range of opportunities.
No pupil will be penalised if parents are unable to contribute to the costs of a school visit. Please contact the Head Teacher in confidence to discuss, should any difficulties arise.
The following activities may be charged for:
Activities that take place mainly or solely outside school hours.
Board and lodgings on residential trips. However, pupils in receipt of some benefits may be exempt from these costs. Please contact the school office for details. Safety and Security
The safeguarding of children is of paramount importance and we aim to make our school a safe environment in which our children can flourish. All staff and regular volunteer helpers have to undergo DBS checks and we have systems in place which help identify vulnerable children and offer them support.
All external doors have a security system fitted which restricts access into the building. The pupil entrance has a timer which allows entry at the beginning and end of the day. At all other times, parents and visitors must use the main entrance so that staff can monitor who is entering and leaving the building. Visitors log their details in our visitors’ book.
The area directly outside the school is marked with zigzag lines and should be kept clear of vehicles at all times. Parking is available in the lay-by, in the Queens Arms car park and outside the church.
Bosley St Mary's Primary School, Leek Old Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 0NX
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Our daily menu offers two choices which include healthy, home-cooked options. Dinner money for the coming week is collected on a Monday morning. All cheques coming into the school are usually payable to 'Bosley St. Mary's School Fund' except cheques for school lunch money which must be made payable to 'Cheshire East Borough Council'. The cost of a school lunch is £2.30 per child per day. Children may also request a school lunch on a daily basis and we often have “special” themed lunches. These may be paid for on the day.
Alternatively, a packed lunch can be brought into the school by your child and eaten under supervision. As part of our commitment to achieving the national healthy school standard we ask parents and carers to include healthy choices. We do not allow sweets to be brought into school, even as part of a packed lunch. Food and Drink During the Day
Pupils have access to a water cooler throughout the day as water is known to improve concentration. Pupils are encouraged to bring sports-style water bottles into the classroom and maintain their hydration throughout the day.
The school is part of the National Fruit for Schools Scheme. All children are offered unlimited fruit during morning break as we encourage the importance of eating fresh fruit and vegetables each day. Medicines in School
Occasionally a child may need to complete courses of tablets or medicines at school, or take asthma treatments. We are only able to administer prescribed medicines. These medicines must be handed to a teacher by an adult to be kept in a safe place. We need written permission from the parent/guardian to enable us to administer the medicines, as well as clear instructions about the correct dosage. A standard form issued by Cheshire East Local Authority for this purpose must be used and is available from the school staff room.
For the safety of all pupils, no other medicine or remedies should be brought into the school, with the exception of asthma-related medicine for which alternative arrangements can be made. Please contact the school office for further information.
Complaints Procedure
Most complaints are settled quickly and informally at school level. In the event of any parental dissatisfaction with any aspect of a child's education, or any matter relating to the school, it should in the first instance be discussed with the teacher concerned. If this is not satisfactory then the matter should be discussed with the Head Teacher.
If the matter cannot be resolved satisfactorily at this point then the Governing Body should be informed. The final stage of the procedure is referral to the Local Authority. A copy of the school's Complaints Policy is available from the school office.
Bosley St Mary's Primary School, Leek Old Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 0NX
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Our Team: Who’s Who
NAME ROLE CLASS TEACHING DAYS
Miss Stephanie Clulow Acting Headteacher Class 2 Thursday-Friday
Mrs Hadfield Teacher /SENDCO Class 1 Monday—Friday
Miss Devlin Teacher Class 2 Monday-Wednesday
Miss Forbes Teaching Assistant Class 1 Every day
Teaching Assistant / Mrs Hall Class 2 Every day Office Admin
We are also very fortunate to have on the team:
Mrs Scragg, our school cook
Miss Farr and Mrs Moss, our midday assistants
Mrs Little, our school caretaker as well as many parents and volunteers from the local community who are kind enough to denote their time and expertise.
Our Governors Mrs L Needham Mrs C Calveley Mrs H Rawlinson, Chair Mr D Williams Miss S. Clulow, Acting Headteacher Mr M Ellison Mrs P Hughes Rev J Harris Mrs S Jenkinson Mrs M Dixon Mr A Needham
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School Uniform white blouse and *school tie or white polo shirt. The school uniform consists of: Boys and Girls Boys Sensible black shoes. Grey trousers or shorts, Jogging suit for outdoor Physical grey socks, Education (P.E.).
grey pullover or *school sweatshirt Trainers or pumps for use on the school's outdoor climbing equipment white shirt and *school tie or white polo shirt. P.E. Kit
Girls Black pumps,
Grey skirt, pinafore dress, black shorts
tailored grey trousers or shorts, *white T-shirt to be kept in a drawstring pump bag in school at all times. *school cardigan or sweat shirt, Dark sweat-shirt and joggers grey or white socks, We also have a school fleece and coat for blue and white check summer dress. outdoor wear which can be purchased from
Absence Policy School Policies If your child is unwell and unable to attend school, The current versions of our school parents are requested to contact the school by policies are available on the website. 9:15am.
Written copies are available upon As pupil safety is a priority, it is our policy to request from the school office. contact parents if they do not make contact with us. For our records, we also request a written note www.bosleyschool.co.uk explaining the reason for absence when your child returns to school.
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A Final Note
The information contained in this prospectus is correct at the date of publication (September 2019). Please be aware that inevitably things can and do change and such changes may not be reflected within. The most up to date information can be found on our website.
© Bosley St Mary’s CE (VC) Primary School 2019
Bosley St Mary's Primary School, Leek Old Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 0NX
www.bosleyschool.co.uk Tel: 01260 223280, Email: [email protected]