HINTON ST GEORGE CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
SCHOOL PROSPECTUS 2020/21
‘Let Your Light Shine’ (Matthew 5:16)
Dear Parents and Children
Thank you for showing an interest in Hinton St George C of E Primary School. We are a dynamic, progressive Church of England Primary School located in the beautiful village of Hinton St George. In September 2020, the school converted from a First school to Primary school, so from September 2020 we will be increasing our age range to include year 5 children, and from September 2021, year 6. The school serves a community of families covering the rural parishes of Hinton St George, Dinnington and Lopen.
The school enjoys a rural setting with all our classes based in the original Victorian school building. The grounds to the rear of the school include a well-stocked and fun playground along, an outdoor learning space for our early year’s provision and a beautiful ‘Peace Pod’ for small group work and playtimes. Our large playing field enjoys stunning views of our church and is well equipped with a range of outdoor apparatus, including a Forest School area. The children visit this regularly for playtimes, outdoor learning, Forest school and sport.
The staff and governors aim to provide a happy, caring and well-organised environment in which each child feels secure and valued as an individual. We are fortunate to enjoy a high staff to pupil ratio where teaching and non-teaching staff all work together to create relaxed and pleasant surroundings. All of our children are actively encouraged to realise their full potential and to fulfil our school vision to ‘Let Your Light Shine’. Achievement at all levels throughout the curriculum is valued and recognised; good behaviour, aspiration, high standards and a sense of personal and social responsibility are clearly promoted and expected. Particular importance is attached to the come! acquisition of key skills and understanding in English, Mathematics and Science and by careful l monitoring we ensure that the curriculum remains creative, broad and balanced.
We enjoy strong links with our local community and families, and this is demonstrated by our active and generous PFA who tirelessly raise funds for improving the school offering.
Mrs Charlotte Hall We believe that education is the joint responsibility of both parent and teacher. During the first Headteacher four or five years of your child’s life you were the teacher and provided him or her with numerous We new and important experiences. We at Hinton St George C of E Primary School endeavour to create a learning partnership with parents as we strongly believe this is vital to a child’s success.
Hinton St. George C of E Primary School We look forward to showing you our school and the high standards of work, behaviour and West Street commitment which we achieve. Hinton St. George Somerset Yours sincerely TA17 8SA
Charlotte Hall - 01460 72653
Headteacher - [email protected] - www.hinton-st-george.somerset.sch.uk
Staff
Mrs Charlotte Hall Mrs Henrietta Bromfield Mrs Sam Hughes-Williams Mr James Batchelor Mr Adam Cashmore Mr Phil Griffiths Headteacher School Secretary Finance Officer Woodpecker Class Teacher Kingfisher Class Teacher Teaching Assistant
Mrs Charlotte Trowbridge Mrs Catherine Wyatt Mrs Becky Blunn Mrs Jill Taylor Miss Adele Darroch Mrs Jayne Cheffey Teaching Assistant Learning Support & Learning Support & SENDCo TA Apprentice & Mealtime Assistant Mealtime Assistant Mealtime Assistant Mealtime Assistant
Structure
Mrs Helen Portch Mr Tom Hemmings Cleaner Facilities Maintenance
Structure Reporting Assessment
The school accommodates children aged The school holds two Parents’ Evenings As the children move through the school system, their progress will be measured against from 4 to 10 years (11 years from during the Autumn and Spring Terms for clear objectives. Children will be assessed at school during their Reception year under the September 2021) and are organised into parents to come and discuss their child’s Early Years Foundation Stage Profile. Further assessments will be made statutorily at the age 2 classes. progress with the class teacher on an of 7 (Year 2) and 11 (Year 6). These assessments will be measured partly on the basis of individual basis. An annual report is sent to teachers' assessments (Year 2 only) and partly on national tests known as Standard Woodpecker Class – Reception, Year 1 & parents in the Summer Term which can be Assessment Tasks (SATs). There is also a Phonics Screening check completed each June by School School Year 2 (4-7) the children in Year 1 and a multiplication check in year 4. discussed with the child’s teacher by Kingfisher Class –Year 3, Year 4 & Year 5 arrangement. In addition to these statutory tests the children will be assessed on a termly basis using formal and informal assessments. The main objective is that children will be helped to (7-10) From time to time the school will hold open progress at the rate right for them. Lesson organisation will be appropriate to the tasks and We also have a pre-school housed on the mornings or presentations to give parents skills being taught and the matching of the work to children of different abilities: this may be premises. The school took over the the opportunity to experience the school at through individual, group or whole class work. You will be kept informed about how your running of this in September 2019, work or to share information with them. child is progressing, but individual results will not be published and only you and the school strengthening links for transition into will know your child's test results. school further.
Aims The School Day 8.30 am Children may arrive in school and Our broad aims at Hinton are; to enlarge a child's knowledge, experience and imaginative understanding, to develop an participate in a Wake & Shake session. This is awareness of spiritual and moral values and a capacity for enjoyment and to enable him or her to become a responsible and run by a member of staff. active participant in society and achieve as much independence as possible and to form strong partnerships between home and school.
Our more specific aims at school are that each child should be able…
…to read fluently and accurately with understanding, feeling, discrimination and with enjoyment. …to develop a high standard of handwriting, excellent standard of spelling, sentences correctly structured and appropriate use of punctuation. …to communicate clearly and confidently in speech and writing. …to listen attentively and with understanding. 8.45am Registration …to learn how to acquire information from various sources. …to learn and to apply computational skills with speed and accuracy. 9.00am Morning lessons begin …to understand the applications of mathematical ideas and apply these in various situations. …to observe the world around him/her and recognise certain characteristics, patterns and order. 10.40am Mid-morning break …to develop an inquiring mind. 10.55am Morning lessons continue …to investigate, analyse and solve problems. …to develop an awareness of themselves and a sensitivity towards others, acquire a set of moral values and the 12.00pm Lunch Break confidence to make moral judgements. …to be aware of different aspects of the local environment and our national heritage. 1.00pm Afternoon lessons begin …to experience and use music, drama, arts and crafts as means of expression. 2.00pm Key Stage 1 Play time …to develop the use of tools, equipment and various other modern instruments. …to develop agility and physical coordination, confidence through physical activity and the enjoyment and 2.50pm Collective Worship ability to express themselves through movement and games. 3.15pm End of school day
Morning Snacks Arrivals and Departures
We encourage healthy eating during the mid-morning break and all children in No child should arrive at school before Reception, Year 1 and 2 are provided with a piece of fresh fruit by the Government 8.30am unless they are participating in the initiated School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme. The older children (Years 3 upwards) breakfast club (this starts at 7.45am). The will need to bring in their own piece of fruit. We do not allow sweets, biscuits or gate will be opened at 8.30am where crisps to be consumed during this break. School milk is provided for all children until children can participate in a Wake and Shake their 5th Birthday. If children wish to continue having milk after their 5th Birthday it is session. This is run by a member of staff. available to purchase, please enquire in the school office. At the end of the afternoon session parents /carers must arrange for their children to be Lunch collected from the school playground. If for
The School Day School The any reason a parent/carer is going to be late Free hot school meals or a packed lunch are provided for all children in KS1 as part collecting from school, then please call the of the Government’s Healthy Eating Scheme. Children in Key Stage 2 are able to school office to notify staff. We will then purchase a hot dinner/packed lunch if they wish. Alternatively, children are keep the child(ren) concerned on site until required to bring their own packed lunch to school. Uneaten food will be sent back the parent/carer arrives to take them home. in your child’s lunchbox so that you are able to see what they have or have not eaten. Parents may be entitled to a free lunch for their child if they satisfy the Likewise, if your child is going home with relevant criteria. Please apply to the school office for more information if you think someone else, please notify the school office you may qualify. Your confidentially will be respected. or the member of staff on the door in the morning. The Curriculum
The curriculum at Hinton meets requirements of the National Curriculum 2014 and looks to provide lots of further learning enhancements. It is made up of 11 subjects, which all children will study at school. These are English, Mathematics, Science, Computing, Design and Technology, Music, History, Geography, Art, Modern Foreign Language (French) and P.E. Additionally, all schools must offer religious education (R.E) for their children. We aim to offer a broad and balanced curriculum that develops each child's understanding, knowledge, personality and skills to the full, thus enabling them to lead fulfilling lives, both now and in the future. We use a topic approach to teach much of our curriculum.
English Mathematics Science
We believe that Mathematical skills involve more Science is taught at all stages in a way that emphasises practical, speaking, listening, than simply the computation of investigative and problem-solving activities. Our Science teaching reading, spelling, numbers and the learning of follows the National Curriculum guidelines which includes the study of handwriting and tables, although these are an life and living processes, materials and their properties, physical grammar, are important aspect of the whole processes and scientific enquiry. crucial life skills. mathematical programme. Children should be able to We start the day with a phonics/spelling session apply these computational skills with speed and to promote good reading and writing skills. We accuracy. It is our aim to teach the children to find out more about different genres of writing understand what they are doing and apply mathematical during daily English lessons and develop writing ideas to various situations through practical activities, skills through carefully planned out activities such problem solving and reasoning. Sex & Relationships Education as extended writing. We also promote a love of reading through independent and guided reading Sex education is not taught as a specific subject within the National sessions. Curriculum but forms part of the school's health education within the
Science, Personal Social and Health Education, Design & Technology and Computing Religious Education areas of learning. It is presented in a factual,
Homework balanced way appropriate to the age of the children and encompasses The school is equipped family values and behaviour. with a visualiser and Children in both classes receive regular homework interactive whiteboard tasks to complete such as learning spellings and in each classroom times tables. All the children take books home to together with Modern Foreign Languages PE and Swimming share with parents or to read by themselves. IPads, and chrome books Children are issued with a reading record book for which can be moved between classrooms. Computing French is taught throughout the the school or parents to record children’s reading is taught through dedicated skills lessons and as an aid All children access 2 hours of progress, which gives an opportunity for in other subjects in the curriculum. All machines are school, starting with songs and high-quality P.E each week. The communication between home and school. In networked with filtered access to the internet. Pupils games with younger pupils. With children also have a chance to addition, there is a half termly project linked to are given an opportunity from the earliest age to gain the older pupils learning phrases swim at the Crewkerne Aqua and writing short sentences. Centre. Transport is arranged class topics that include a wide range of activities confidence in using this technology in order to enhance Curriculum their learning. by the school and is financed by parental voluntary contributions. The children are Special Educational Needs (SEND) awarded swimming certificates
Religious and Moral Education to mark their achievements. The school aims to give special help to children with learning difficulties. Children with specific We follow the Somerset Agreed Syllabus for RE (Awareness, Mystery and Value) which forms the In addition, the children are learning difficulties may, with their parents' framework for a balanced programme, alongside Understanding Christianity. The Christian also taught by specialist sports consent, be referred to a range of outside foundation of the school ensures that the spiritual development of the children and Christian coaches for one hour each agencies, including speech and language values have a particular emphasis within the whole life of the school. We aim to develop within week and enjoy quality lessons therapists. Our SEND Policy is available on our our children not only an awareness of self and sensitivity to others, but also the acquisition of a in sport, gymnastics and dance. website or in the school office. Please see our set of moral values and the confidence to make moral judgements and develop habits of self- Much of this PE provision is website for more information about our SEND discipline and acceptable behaviour. This is achieved through our strong Christian Values and paid by the Government Sports provision or speak to our SENCo, Mrs Jill Taylor. Vision that are embedded into all aspects of learning and worship. Our curriculum includes the Grant. awareness, understanding and respect for diverse cultures and religions.
Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
During the Reception Year children follow programmes of work based upon The Early Years Foundation Stage. This builds upon each child’s previous knowledge and prepares them for the National Curriculum. Play is central to the curriculum in the early years and is highly valued. The children gain experience through three prime areas of learning and four specific areas of
learning including:
• Personal, Social and Emotional Development • Communication and Language • Physical Development
Stage • Literacy • Mathematics • Understanding the World • Expressive Arts and Design
At Hinton St. George C of E First School we aim to: • make the transfer to school as smooth as possible for both parents and children through parent meetings, home visits, pre-school sessions and strong links with St. George’s Pre-school. Admissions • recognise and build on the immense learning which has already taken place within the Reception age children are admitted in September of the academic year during which home acknowledging parents as a child’s first and continuing educator. they will reach their fifth birthday. Parents will be informed of the admissions policy • develop an educational environment responsive to the child’s needs by providing a when they register their child with Somerset County Council’s Admissions Department. safe, caring place to play and learn, encouraging a positive attitude and disposition to learning alongside skills of independence and self-management and offering a planned The school does not handle the administration of the new intake admissions. For further curriculum based on Early Years Foundation Stage. information about school admissions please contact the School Admissions Team, CYPD, • provide a carefully structured curriculum, which makes provision for the different SCC, County Hall, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DY, tel. Somerset Direct on 0845 456 4038, starting points from which children develop their learning, builds on what the child can or visit their website www.somerset.gov.uk/admissions. More information about already do, has planned and purposeful activities, providing opportunities for teaching and induction to school is contained in a separate booklet made available to new Reception learning both indoors and out and is good fun! parents at the Summer Term meeting preceding their child’s entry to school. • recognise that quality learning takes place through carefully planned and monitored play activities that are both teacher and child initiated. • provide a well organised environment which gives children rich and stimulating experiences in which the children can explore, experiment, plan and make decisions for themselves.
We have an excellent outdoor area that has recently been updated to make it weatherproof. This area is now an extension of the children’s classroom where there is free flow access.
St. George’s Pre-school
Our pre-school for 2-4 year olds is situated upstairs in the School House. The school works
Early Years Foundation Years Early very closely with the pre-school leader, Rose Obern and her dedicated staff, and we are proud of our strong links through staff meetings and through the sharing of resources. Additional information and booklets are available from the pre-school, telephone 01460 73033.
Extra-Curricular Clubs and Activities
Staff, the PFA and volunteers work hard to offer the children a variety of extra-curricular activities. These activities run after school. Examples of recent clubs that we have run include: Archery, Football, Tag Rugby, Cookery, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Film Club, Forest School and Art. The school also enters teams in local sporting events – e.g. Football, Cricket and Rounders. We believe in competitive sport that is played in a spirit of sportsmanship. It encourages team spirit and a pride in our school. Other clubs and activities may run depending on the time of year and expertise available. Some sports clubs might not run if the weather is poor – please contact the school by 2.00pm to check.
Music Tuition Charging Policy
Lessons in a range of instruments including violin, guitar, piano, recorder, and vocal Under the 1988 Act schools are unable to charge for the lessons are available to children who are following: education visits wholly or mainly during school interested, have the commitment to hours; materials and ingredients for things made in school follow the course and practice regularly. and not taken home; visits in or outside school hours that are The range of instrument tuition available necessary for an examination. However, some school depends on demand and is provided by activities are only possible if parents make a voluntary The Champion Music Group. Lessons take contribution. In these circumstances, parents are always place in school during school time. A informed at the outset. Charges can be made for the range of instruments are available for hire. following: music tuition which is not part of a test syllabus; Please enquire in the office for further residential costs of school camps; the exact cost of optional details. extras not included in the National Curriculum; parents may rricular be charged for ingredients or materials if they keep the finished product. Voluntary contributions may come about in three ways: by inviting specific contributions for each particular activity as it takes place; by inviting contributions Educational Trips and Visits for a range of activities notified to parents at the beginning of
Cu each term/year; by receiving contributions from the PFA on Class teachers plan regular trips to enhance their topics. For example during the topic an annual basis, using these to subsidise activities. If a contribution from parents is invited, the school will: notify ‘What lies beneath the blue?” The children in Woodpecker class visited the Sea Life parents before the activity takes place; inform parents that Centre in Weymouth and during a topic the contribution is voluntary and that there is no legal about where our food comes from the obligation to pay; tell parents that activities based on children visited a local supermarket and voluntary contributions may not take place if insufficient thoroughly enjoyed making donuts. The funds are raised. The school uses the pupil premium funding children in Kingfisher class have enjoyed a from the government to subsidise such opportunities for trip to Cheddar Gorge, archaeological digs children from families with less disposable income. The and visits to museums. school tries hard to keep costs to a minimum. A savings scheme is offered for residential trips. Anyone who may be
The school makes use of the local concerned about any aspect of voluntary contributions Extra Extra environment often going on ‘wellie walks’. should talk to the Headteacher in confidence. Money The children in upper key stage 2 will have brought to school to pay for an activity, or a voluntary the chance to go on a residential visit contribution, should be brought in a SEALED ENVELOPE during their time in this school. We are WITH THE AMOUNT, THE CHILD'S NAME AND WHAT IT IS also visited by a range of artists, authors FOR ALL CLEARLY WRITTEN ON THE ENVELOPE, and handed and experts to broaden our curriculum to the Class Teaching Assistant. experience.
St. George’s Church Collective Worship
Hinton St. George Primary School is a Daily collective worship is led by teachers, one of the clergy or visitors, and children regularly contribute. The worship includes aspects of Voluntary Controlled Church of England praise, prayer, teaching, reflection, offering and sharing strongly linked to our school values and vision. Prayers are also part of daily School. We are very proud of our friendly, classroom life. The children are actively encouraged to participate in collective worship by becoming part of the ‘worship team.’ This caring ethos and excellent links with the involves them preparing the hall for worship and leading prayer. We also encourage the children to participate in collective worship by village church. The children regularly visit regularly leading collective worship for the school. In preparation for this the children work alongside our ‘Christian Distinctiveness ’ the church for collective worship, services, Governors and the Headteacher. Parents are invited to join us at our collective worship which is held at St George’s Church, Hinton St concerts and educational opportunities. George, once a month and the dates are displayed for each term on the school notice board.
Our Christian Values Ethos Statement
Our school vision: ‘Let Your Light Shine’ (Matthew 5:16) Compassion The Christian foundation of the school ensures that the spiritual development of the children and
Christian values have a particular emphasis within the whole life of the school. In accordance Friendship with the principles of the Church of England and in partnership with the Church at parish and diocesan level we aim to develop within our children not only an awareness of self and sensitivity Hope/Aspiration to others, but also the acquisition of a set of moral values and the confidence to make moral judgements and develop habits of self-discipline and acceptable behaviour. The school aims to
serve its community by providing an education of the highest quality within the context of Respect Christian belief and practice.
Thankfulness Behaviour
Reverends Bob and Julia Hicks Perseverance We, at Hinton St George C of E Primary School, think it is very important that children are polite and behave in a responsible manner towards both adults and fellow pupils. Good manners and behaviour are essential for learning and for the smooth running of the school. When we have shown visitors around the school, we have had many compliments about the good behaviour and
Church the politeness of the children. Formal rules are kept to a minimum. We aim to foster self- discipline through the children’s own understanding and common sense. The approach develops self-respect, consideration, tolerance, and courtesy to others.
The Dragon Window at St. George’s Church
Parents and Friends Association (PFA) Dear Parents All parents are automatically members of the PFA and The Parents & Friends Association (PFA) is a registered charity responsible for raising money for the school children. All their support for the PFA functions is appreciated. An parents automatically become members of the Association when their child/children join the school. All funds raised are annual general meeting elects a committee, which organises social, educational, and fund-raising spent on improving equipment and resources to enhance the children’s education and the facilities in school. activities.
Last academic year, we had a big drive on raising money for some new playground equipment to replace the unsafe The school is most grateful for the hard work of all equipment that was had been in place for many years. We can now happily confirm that, thanks in part to the PFA, the new concerned with the PFA and for the tremendous input equipment was fitted in the October half term, and it looks amazing! of funds and resources used for the benefit of all the children within the school. We have also been able to provide some chrome books to enhance the children’s ICT skills in the classroom and again this year, we are contributing towards a trip to the pantomime at Christmas.
Funds are raised in a number of ways, but we try to ensure that they are generally events which are fun for both parents and children alike. To name but a few, we have had Quiz Nights, Christmas Fairs, and also our annual ‘Slay the Dragon’ 10km cross country race and a shorter fun run!
The PFA Committee meet to discuss and plan future events. We are always looking for new and exciting ways to help the school, so would be delighted if any new parents who may have fund raising ideas or just want to help, could join us at our open meetings. These meetings are normally held at Hinton St George First School once every half term on a weekday evening. The Committee members are always available to answer any queries you may have, and we look forward to meeting you. nts Yours sincerely
Tara Jones Ulla Chair of PFA Our Peace Pod
Pare Car Insurance and DBS Clearance Parents in School
It is a strict requirement of Somerset County Council that if a A partnership in learning between home and school is very important. We want parents to feel part of their child’s private individual/employee uses their own vehicle on the education and would encourage all parents to play an active part in the life of the school where possible.
business of the County Council (e.g. transporting school There are several opportunities for parents to become involved: children to and from various school activities – not the home school run), the vehicle insurance covering that vehicle must • Parent/teacher consultation evenings; adequately indemnify the County Council against any third • Informal visits to the classroom when collecting your child from school; party claim arising, including claims by passengers. Parents • By making an appointment to see the class teacher/Headteacher; are advised to check with their own car insurance company • Joining the school in church for acts of collective worship; that business use by the driver in person is permitted. • By transporting children to sporting activities to and from other schools/venues, subject to DBS clearance and Parents are not permitted to help in school or on school the relevant car insurance cover visits unless they have first been cleared through the • Helping to provide an after school club (e.g. art and craft); Disclosure and Barring Service. This can take up to four • Serving on the ‘PFA’ committee or supporting events organised by the PFA. weeks therefore if parents would like to help in school then please contact the school office for the relevant forms at the start of the school year.
Dear Parents List of Governors
GOVERNORS APPOINTING BODY The Governing Body of Hinton St George C of E First School are very proud of our village school and all that makes it a special place for children to learn and develop. The start of every child’s school experience is so vital and will colour Mrs Jane Gifford Chair/Local Authority Governor their approach to education and our school focuses on providing a caring, encouraging and supportive environment in which children can grow and develop. The fabric of the school has been an area of recent focus and the school is now well decorated and beautifully presented with very good facilities. Mrs Jane Wheeler Vice Chair Co-opted Mrs Charlotte Hall Headteacher The school works very much as a community in which all children interact together and are involved in and contribute to the ethos of the school. We have very small classes and the resultant wonderfully high adult-to-child ratio allows Vacancy Co-opted the school to focus on the individual needs of all children. The school has very high expectations for all the children Rev. Bob Hicks Ex-officio - Foundation
not only academically but also socially, with a real focus on positive attitudes and behaviour nurtured as the children work and play together. Mrs Sarah Co-opted
McEvansoneya The children at the school receive a rich, varied and stimulating education with staff focusing on attainment of all and the results show that the children consistently achieve higher than County and National averages. The school was Mrs Jenny Pithers Parent Governor again judged to be “good” in the 2018 Ofsted inspection and since then our Headteacher has led a focus to raise Mrs Gail Toop Parent Governor standards even further with very good results.
Hinton St George First School is very much part of our local community who, together with our really fantastic parents’ Mr Adam Cashmore Staff Governor
association (PFA), raise money and provide support so that the school is able to give the children a very rich education Mr Barry Tyler Co-opted experience with wonderful after school clubs and educational visits. Mr Neil Lukins Foundation Governor Kind Regards, Jane Gifford Mr Derek Esp Associate Member Jane Gifford Ros Fanshawe Clerk to the Governors Chair of Governors
Under the Somerset Education Committee's rules for Hinton St George Church of England School, up to eleven governors are appointed to the School. The present governing body
comprises:
Governors Two parent governors One Local Authority governor Two staff governors (including the Headteacher) Three Co-opted governors One foundation governor (Diocesan Board of Education) The incumbent Rector
Whilst it is impossible to define in precise terms all the duties of a governor, the following are among them: 1. to have oversight of the conduct and curriculum of the school. 2. to consider the extent to which the school is achieving its aims and objectives. 3. to appoint or assist with the appointment of teaching and non-teaching staff. 4. to consider and advise on the physical needs of the school and to foster its community use. 5. to monitor the overall expenditure of the school.
The governors meet at least once every term. They receive reports from the Head concerning relevant school matters and discuss various topics relating to the efficient running of the School.
School Uniform – Boys School Uniform - Girls
Logoed Purple V Neck Sweatshirt available from Taunton Uniforms Logoed Purple V Neck Sweatshirt available from Taunton Uniforms Logoed Purple Jersey Cardigan available from Taunton Uniforms or My Clothng Dark Grey Tailored Trousers available from all supermarkets Ltd Dark Grey Tailored Shorts (optional summer uniform) Purple Tartan Skirt or Pinafore available from Taunton Uniforms available from all supermarkets Short/Long Sleeve White Shirts available from all supermarkets Short/Long Sleeve White Shirts available from all Dark Grey Girls Tailored Trousers/Shorts (Optional)
supermarkets Elasticated Tie available from School Office or Taunton Uniforms Purple checked summer dress (optional summer uniform) available from Tesco Elasticated Tie available from School Office/Taunton
Grey tights (winter uniform) Uniforms White ankle socks (summer uniform) Grey socks Black School Shoes Black school shoes
Lost Property
Items are retained at school for a reasonable period or until claimed. Please inform the school as soon as possible if any of your child's possessions are lost. ALL ITEMS SHOULD BE CLEARLY MARKED WITH YOUR CHILD'S NAME. Please check regularly to ensure the name has not faded or the label come unstitched. The school cannot accept responsibility for unnamed items that are misplaced/lost. After a term unclaimed items are donated to the second-hand uniform shop or charity. P.E Kit Head Lice and Hair
Uniform Purple Logoed Polo Shirt available from Head lice are a common problem in the Make up / Jewellery My Clothing Ltd or Taunton Uniforms community and lice infestations at school will occur from time to time. Please check No jewellery should be worn to school. Children with pierced ears may Black Shorts your children’s hair regularly. Advisory only wear studs. No make-up should be worn to school. No valuables, Black Joggers (Optional) leaflets are available from the school including mobile phones, should be brought into school. Black Hoodie (Optional) office. The Governors support the Trainers Headteacher in urging parents to avoid dying children’s hair. Extreme hair styles are not considered appropriate and PLEASE ENSURE THAT ALL parents are asked to avoid them. For Damage or Loss of Property SCHOOL UNIFORM IS NAMED reasons of Health and Safety, we request that long hair be tied back for Any damage to school property will be dealt with by the Headteacher. If P.E/Games/Swimming lessons. another child's property is damaged, consultation with both children's parents may be necessary. Your cooperation will be appreciated.
Safeguarding List of Available Policies
“A duty is placed on the School and the governing body to protect and promote the welfare of The following policies are available for download from the school children.” At Hinton St George Primary School we are committed to promoting the safety and website www.hinton-st-george.somerset.sch.uk wellbeing of the children within our community by following the guidelines offered by the Somerset Safeguarding Board. When necessary we work in partnership with other agencies such as Children’s Attendance Social Care, the local Health Authority, Parent and Family Support Advisors, and the Police to keep Behaviour and Discipline children in our care safe. Charging and Remissions Safeguarding and Child Protection If there is any cause for concern over the wellbeing of a child within our School community, all staff, Complaints pupils, volunteers and parents should be aware of who to contact within the School staff. Critical Incident Plan Health and Safety The designated person for Safeguarding and Child Protection issues within Hinton St George C of E Managing Medicines in School Primary School is Mrs Charlotte Hall. In the case of their absence or unavailability the Deputy Physical Restraint Designated Person is Mr James Batchelor. The School Governor with responsibility for Safeguarding Sex and Relationships Education and Child Protection concerns is Mrs Sarah McEvansoneya. Special Educational Needs Whistleblowing All staff have undergone basic safeguarding awareness training and have been alerted to the signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect in children. Our latest Ofsted and SIAMS reports can be accessed from the school website www.hinton-st-george.somerset.sch.uk If a child discloses any concerning information to an adult working within the school, the adult is asked not to question the child or comment on the disclosure. The designated child protection To access the latest data information please go to our website person is informed as soon as possible, and a factual record of the child’s disclosure is made. All concerns which are brought to the attention of the designated person are recorded confidentially as www.hinton-st-george.somerset.sch.uk
is recommended by the Somerset Safeguarding Children’s Board. Disclosures made to members of For information on how we have used Pupil Premium and the Sports staff by parents and children cannot be kept a secret, where the safety of an individual is Grant please go to our website www.hinton-st-george.somerset.sch.uk compromised. All disclosures will be reported to the Designated Person. Somerset Children’s Social
Care can be contacted directly via Somerset Direct on 0300 123 2224. More information can be found on the Somerset Safeguarding Board website at
http://sscb.safeguardingsomerset.org.uk/protocols-procedures-and-reviews/safeguarding-in- education/
A full copy of our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available to download from the school website at www.hinton-st-george.somerset.sch.uk. This policy is approved and adopted annually by the Full Governing Body.
Policies and Practice and Policies
Charlotte Hall James Batchelor Sarah McEvansoneya
Attendance and Absences Health and Safety
Hinton St George CE First School operates a non-smoking policy. Dogs are not allowed onto Please inform the school of the reason and duration of any absences from school at school premises including the playing field. Your cooperation is appreciated. the start of the school day. If the school has not heard from a parent or carer by 9am the school will telephone home for clarification. Please remember that accidents can happen to children on their way to school and this check system Accidents prevents the teacher from wrongly assuming that the child is safely at home whilst, Minor accidents are recorded and are dealt with by the adult in charge and parents informed at the same time, you wrongly assume that the child is at school. Please follow this if appropriate. Parents are contacted immediately if their child has bumped his/her head. A system even if you regularly accompany your child to school as it is impossible for head injury advice note will be sent home with your child for information. For more serious the teacher to know the routine of every child. Children who arrive after injuries the same procedure will apply, and the child will be taken directly to hospital if registration will be marked as late. If a child arrives after 9.15am in the morning necessary. Further information on Health and Safety procedures is available at school. their absence will be recorded as unauthorised.
Medical or other appointments during school time should be brought to the Medication attention of the child’s class teacher. No child should be removed from the school without notifying a member of teaching staff. Schools are required to record not The school discourages the use of medicines in school. Where this is unavoidable, the staff, if only the reason for every absence, but whether the school has authorised the willing, will administer prescribed medicine only. This needs to be arranged with the staff member and a form must be signed. Emergency medicines such as Epi-pens and inhalers absence or not. If a child is ill and we receive a telephone call or a note giving details, then the absence is recorded as authorised. Absences for medical should be kept in the vicinity of the child; parents need to ensure these are always in date. For more details refer to the school’s Managing Medicines in Schools Policy and Medical Matters appointments are also authorised. on the website.
The school strongly discourages families from taking holidays during term time and operates in line with all schools in the Crewkerne and Ilminster partnership. No Parking holidays during term time will be authorised, except in the most extreme of
circumstances. This will be at the discretion of the headteacher. Permission is Please park sensitively when you bring your car to school. Please DO NOT PARK AT THE required before leave of absence is granted. FRONT OF OR ALONG THE SIDE OF THE SCHOOL as we like to keep this clear to ensure the safety of the children. Out of consideration for others, please park your car further along A list of term and holiday dates are available on request. West Street, the High Street or in Abbey Street and walk to the school. Your cooperation in this matter would be much appreciated.
Emergency Closure Complaints
In the event of the school needing to close unexpectedly, (e.g. severe weather), the following The school has an established formal procedure regarding complaints: procedures will apply: 1. The informal level - school level. • Local radio broadcasts information about emergency closures:- BBC – Somerset Sound. 95.5 2. The formal complaint to the Governing Body. FM, 1566 MHz: Heart FM. 102.6 FM, 97.1 FM (Yeovil Area), 96.5 FM (Taunton Area): Breeze FM. 100.8 FM, 102.4 FM, or 107.4 FM: Tone FM 107.8 FM (Taunton & surrounding areas) 3. The formal complaint to the Secretary of State for Education.
• ‘School Closed’ posters will be displayed on all doors • The closure will be reported on the Somerset Learning Platform https://slp.somerset.gov.uk The Governing Body Education Committee has agreed that this procedure should be followed at all times and that complaints directed to the • The school will contact parents via the text messaging service in the morning. Secretary of State for Education which have not been considered under
• Should it be necessary to send the children home during school hours we will notify parents or levels 1 and 2 will be referred back to schools in the first instance. Useful Information Useful contacts by telephone BEFORE allowing the children to leave the premises. More detailed information on this procedure is held at school and is
available on request.
Staff will endeavour to get into school at all times unless conditions prevent them from doing so.
Visiting Us
Parents of prospective pupils are encouraged to visit the school during the school day when the children are working in class. An appointment must be made with the Headteacher in order that she may be available to show parents and children around the school and answer any questions that you may have.
Inspections
s l Every state school is regularly inspected by Ofsted (Office for Standards in Education) inspectors. Hinton St George CE First School was inspected in 1995, 1999, 2005 with a follow up HMI inspection in December 2005, May 2007, May 2010, September 2014 and most recently in May 2018.
As a Church of England school we are also subject to a SIAMS Diocesan inspection. A summary of both reports is distributed to all parents. Copies of the most recent inspections are available on our school website; www.hinton-st-george.somerset.sch.uk
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If a child lives with criticism. He learns to condemn. If a child lives with hostility. He learns to fight. If a child lives with ridicule. He learns to be shy. If a child lives with shame. He learns to feel guilty. If a child lives with tolerance. He learns to be patient. If a child lives with encouragement. He learns confidence. If a child lives with praise. He learns to appreciate. If a child lives with fairness. He learns justice. If a child lives with security. He learns to have faith. If a child lives with approval. He learns to like himself. If a child lives with acceptance and friendship.
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We very much hope that you will find the information contained in this booklet valuable and will retain it for reference during your child's time at Hinton. We trust that your child will enjoy his/her time with us and obtain maximum benefit from the personal, caring education we endeavour to provide here at Hinton St George Church of England First School.