Dale Hall Community Primary School

“Learning Together To Challenge And Achieve”

Miss A Ledger Headteacher

Dale Hall Lane, Ipswich, IP1 4LX

01473 251651 www.dalehall.suffolk.sch.uk [email protected]

THE SCHOOL

Dale Hall Community Primary School opened in 1968.

It is spacious and split level in its design and set in six acres of interesting grounds. The facilities include a hall, dining hall, a well-stocked library, sports dome, computer room, a wild area with a pond, two playgrounds and a large playing field.

The pupil admission number for the school is 60 per year group. All children are able to start full time early education in Reception class in the September following their fourth birthday.

At the age of 11 years pupils move to High School. The pyramid high school is Ormiston Endeavour Academy.

The majority of our pupils transfer to Ormiston Endeavour Academy, Westbourne Academy, Northgate High School or Claydon High School.

SCHOOL VISION STATEMENT

Our school is a place to ...

Be Celebrated

 value achievements  share and celebrate achievements with parents  recognise effort in a variety of ways

Be Encouraged

 concentrate on the positives  develop a positive Growth Mindset culture  nurture a culture of self belief  praise and celebrate all effort as well as achievement  offer opportunities for risk taking, discovery and problem solving through the creative curriculum  encourage pupils to develop socially, emotionally, physically and mentally

Enjoy Learning

 provide opportunities to learn in a variety of ways both inside and outside the classroom  learning should be active and fun with an element of choice  encourage children to continue their learning out of school and become life long learners  provide a stimulating environment  thrive on opportunities to be challenged  develop independent thought

Feel Safe

 give time to individuals by being approachable  building a calm and happy environment by applying rules consistently  listen to pupil voice  build up self esteem

Be Respected

 learn to listen to the ideas and opinions of others  accept and tolerate that people have different needs, views, values, cultures and beliefs  clear expectations of behaviour  treat others the way you want to be treated  work cooperatively and respect the views, privacy and property of others

Be Valued

 recognise that everyone has key strengths  positive encouragement for all  build teams and celebrate individuality

ADMISSIONS INTO SCHOOL

Dale Hall Community Primary School is an inclusive school that welcomes pupils from all backgrounds and of all abilities. Staff work with parents to ensure pupils with any disabilities have a smooth start to their education at Dale Hall Community Primary School.

Children are admitted into school in the September following their fourth birthday. Each school has a Planned Admission Number (PAN). The Local Authority and school make every effort not to exceed this class allocation size. There may be occasions following appeal when this number is exceeded but only in exceptional circumstances.

The school maintains an Admissions Register for pre-school children. If you would like your child's name to be included, please contact the school office at any time. Information about starting school will be sent to you during the Autumn term preceding the academic year your child is due to start. Having your child’s name on the register at Dale Hall Community Primary School does not guarantee your child a place at our school as places at Dale Hall Community Primary School are allocated by the Local Authority.

Suffolk County Council have produced a booklet which clearly explains the Admission Policy for children starting school or wishing to transfer to an out of catchment school. If you wish to read this booklet, please contact Suffolk County Council Admissions Team.

For further information or enquiries, please contact either the school office on 01473 251651, the Suffolk County Council Admissions Team on 0345 600 0981 or visit the Suffolk County Council website.

We want your child to enjoy their time in school and make the transition from home to school as smooth as possible. You will be invited to an induction meeting for parents before your child is due to start school. The meeting will be informative and will also give you the opportunity to ask questions. Following this, your child will be invited into school for some story and play sessions before they start in September. This will enable them to meet their classmates, form new friendships and get to know the immediate surroundings of their classroom.

YEAR GROUPS AND CLASSES

We have two phases in the school. Lower Phase incorporates the Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1. Upper Phase covers Key Stage 2.

Every child and all staff members are allocated to one of four houses, Dragon, Griffin, Phoenix or Unicorn. House points are awarded to children for learning and behaviour. Each week the total house points gained are counted and at the end of each half term a cup is awarded to the winning house. Children from the winning house are given an extra playtime.

LOWER PHASE

FOUNDATION STAGE:

Reception Class: 4 to 5 year olds

Children enter school in the September following their fourth birthday and follow the Foundation Early Years Curriculum. This curriculum is specifically designed to meet the educational needs of young children and maximise the learning that takes place.

The curriculum covers the following areas:

 communication and language  physical development  personal, social and emotional development  literacy  mathematics  understanding the world  expressive arts and design

This is a continuation of the curriculum that takes place in Nursery allowing the children to experience a range of adult-directed and child-initiated activities.

Learning in the Reception class takes place inside and outside the classroom and we are very fortunate to have an Outdoor Area, as well as beautiful grounds, for these activities to take place.

KEY STAGE ONE:

Year 1: 5 to 6 year olds Year 2: 6 to 7 year olds

UPPER PHASE

KEY STAGE TWO:

Year 3: 7 to 8 year olds Year 4: 8 to 9 year olds Year 5: 9 to 10 year olds Year 6: 10 to 11 year olds

THE SCHOOL DAY

Start of the Day

The school gates are opened are 8.30 am and a member of staff is then on duty in the playground.

Children in Reception and Years 1 and 2 are able to enter their classrooms from 8.40 am.

In Years 3, 4, 5 and 6, children are allowed into their classroom from 8.45 am.

Registration is at 8.55 am.

Morning Playtimes

Reception times are flexible

Years 1 and 2 10.30 am to 10.45 am

Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 10.45 am to 11.00 am

Lunch Reception, Years 1 and 2 12.15 pm to 1.10 pm Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 12.15 pm to 1.05 pm

Afternoon Playtimes Years 1 and 2 children have an afternoon playtime. Reception have break times which are flexible.

End of the Day The school day finishes at 3.15 pm.

Arriving and Leaving School At the beginning and end of the school day, parents are welcome in the playground. If normal arrangements have to be altered, eg you are delayed or another person is collecting your child, please contact the school office who will pass a message to your child's teacher. This avoids any confusion or upset.

Getting to school We encourage children to walk or cycle to and from school. Bicycle racks are available but please ensure all bicycles are locked. If you do need to travel by car, please be considerate and do not park in front of residents drive ways or on the yellow lines as this could be potentially dangerous. The school car park is for staff and Blue Badge holders only. Entry to the car park requires a fob to operate the barrier. If you have a Blue Badge and would like to receive a fob, please enquire at the school office.

Assemblies Each class has one Class Assembly per term where their parents are invited to attend. These are normally on a Tuesday at 10.30 am and the dates of each individual class assembly is on the school calendar.

Other special assemblies are advertised during the year and parents are invited as appropriate.

THE CURRICULUM

CORE SUBJECTS English Mathematics Science Information and Communication Technology Religious Education FOUNDATION SUBJECTS

Art Design Technology Geography History Music Physical Education Personal Social & Health Education Modern Foreign Languages

ENGLISH Language skills are an important part of any child’s development and as such are high on our list of priorities. A range of experiences are provided, aimed at developing and extending both oral and written communication skills for a wide range of purposes. Children are encouraged to take pride in the quality and presentation of their written work. At Dale Hall Community Primary School we attach great importance to the teaching of reading. Our aim is that children should become enthusiastic and responsive readers and at all stages children are encouraged to take home books to read and share.

MATHEMATICS We aim to present mathematics in an interesting and stimulating way in order to develop a child’s mathematical skills and concepts. Throughout the school this is often in practical contexts such as maths games, practical problems and investigations. We use a wide range of equipment to support our teaching and to ensure that children have confidence in their abilities.

SCIENCE At Dale Hall Community Primary School we encourage children to develop an enquiring mind, knowledge and understanding of the world around us and scientific skills through practical and investigative learning experiences. Pupils will learn to make close observations, solve problems, plan, predict and perform fair tests in an organised way. We promote children to ask questions about their living environment and all living things around them. Dale Hall Community Primary School has two outdoor areas that play a key role in our science practice; a science garden where children can investigate and carry out practical tests and a kitchen garden with wildlife area, where children explore the living world around them in a deeper learning context.

INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) Our school has an excellent range of networked computers situated in a computer room. We also have a class set of laptops that can be used in the classroom. These are used to support work in all areas of the curriculum. The children use word processing, database, graphs, problem solving software and internet. We also have a school website with contributions from classes.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Arrangements for the act of collective worship and Religious Education are made in accordance with the requirements of the 1944 Education Act and the 1988 Education Reform Act. In this country schools collective worship and Religious Education are non-denominational in character and Religious Education is in accordance with the Suffolk agreed syllabus. Parents may, if they wish, withdraw their child from the arrangements for worship and Religious Education and it would be helpful if such a request were made in writing to the Headteacher.

ART We encourage the children to express themselves through a range of artistic techniques. Children are given opportunities to develop their understanding and appreciation of the work of varied artists and apply that knowledge and skills acquired to their own work.

DESIGN TECHNOLOGY Cross-curricular in nature, design technology is concerned with encouraging the children to explore new ideas, to plan and make, to evaluate their work and to communicate their ideas to others using a variety of techniques including ICT design. We hope to foster understanding and enjoyment of the subject. Our Design Technology Room enables children to learn essential cooking skills at a variety of levels in a safe environment.

GEOGRAPHY Children have the opportunity to study the physical and human features of their immediate surroundings, extending this to the local area and to more distant places. Geographical skills are developed throughout the key stages.

HISTORY Children are encouraged to understand the important part history plays in their lives. They are given opportunities to learn about the past from a range of sources of information and to develop an enquiring mind.

MUSIC Music plays an important part in our school life. We aim to develop children’s understanding and enjoyment of music through participation and appreciation. In Year 4 children are taught an instrument by a specialist teacher. There is an opportunity to continue this into Years 5 and 6. The older children in the Upper Phase are able to join the school choir. Children have the opportunity to extend their involvement in music and drama through unit productions and as it occurs in topic work.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION Dale Hall Community Primary School aims to provide high quality physical, cognitive and socio-emotional learning opportunities for all children through a broad and varied curriculum of Gymnastics, Dance, Games, Athletics, Outdoor Adventure Activities and Swimming.

Dale Hall Community Primary School is proud of its sporting achievements. Children have the opportunity to participate in inter-school competitions and have benefited from additional coaching in a variety of sports. All achievements are celebrated and talented children are given opportunities for development. The school is very fortunate in having large, well maintained playing fields as well as tarmac playgrounds for both Upper and Lower Phase children. There is a well resourced hall and a sports dome which are put to full use ensuring all children receive two hours of Physical Education each week in curriculum time.

PERSONAL, SOCIAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION (PSHE) PSHE will be an integral part of your child’s education. It will include work on hygiene, safety, relationships and aspects of health education and prepare all pupils for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of life.

MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGES Children are introduced to French from Year 3. The emphasis is on communicating and having fun through games, songs and role play, simultaneously introducing children to written and spoken French. We are establishing links with French schools through e-twinning, providing a genuine purpose for the children’s learning and developing their inter-cultural understanding.

CREATIVE CURRICULUM To engage children in their learning we devise cross-curricular links between subjects and explore different areas of learning through a creative curriculum. Children often work as if they are a group of experts in a certain context eg travel agents, animal conservationists. In this way they explore and discover different aspects of learning, making links between some subjects. If certain subject areas do not fit in the context these are taught separately or included in a different context later in the year.

HOMEWORK The school has a Homework Policy. Teachers set a variety of small tasks to do in different areas of the curriculum,. Some will need to be daily and others may need to be completed over a longer period of time. A selection of reading books will be given to the children on a regular basis.

SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS (SEN) At Dale Hall Community Primary School the welfare and progress of all individual pupils is of utmost importance and we strive to support each child in developing towards their full potential. We recognise that some pupils, either for a short period, or throughout their time in school, require additional support due to a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. We work closely with parents and other professionals such as the Local Authority Advisory Team to develop support for specific needs in accordance with the new SEND reforms.

In school, children with Special Educational Needs are supported by their class teacher, but may well work on specific programmes run under the direction of the Inclusion Manager by Learning Support Assistants. The Inclusion Manager is responsible for the identification, organisation and management of Special Educational Needs throughout the school.

We are required to hold a Special Needs Register of identified children whose needs require additional input beyond the level of quality first teaching. Agreement is required from parents for a child to be placed on the register. Children with significant educational needs may have a statement, which clearly outlines the support the school should provide. We are a school which supports inclusion, and with the support of parents and the Local Authority strive to ensure such children receive an education alongside their peers.

ABLE AND VERY ABLE We also recognise that there are some children who are very able in some areas and this could be creatively, physically or practically as well as academically. The school regularly reviews the progress of all pupils and identifies children who demonstrate such ability.

Our Teaching and Learning Policy is very child centred and staff adopt teaching strategies across the curriculum to meet all children's needs and learning styles. In addition, to support Able and Very Able pupils further, we occasionally offer special days led by our own teaching staff and we also employ other organisations to run additional activities and signpost pupils to events run both locally and nationally.

SEX EDUCATION A policy for teaching Sex Education has been drawn up by a panel of Teachers and Governors. Its aims are to encourage children to develop a positive self-image, to value all family structures and to understand how their emotions and bodies develop throughout childhood and adolescence. We do not have specific lessons entitled "Sex Education", as this would take the issue out of context. A unit is taught in Year 6 as an integral part of National Curriculum Science. Any questions which may arise as a result of this work, or indeed at any stage, concerning sexual development will be answered in an honest and matter of fact way.

BEHAVIOUR/DISCIPLINE We attach great importance to creating a well-disciplined and happy school where children are helped to develop self-control, have consideration for other people and their possessions and a good attitude to work.

Any rules, which operate in school, are almost entirely based on the demands of safety.

We have a reward system to promote and celebrate good learning behaviour:

 House Points: these are rewarded for learning and behaviour. All children are allocated into one of four houses. Each week the totals are counted and at the end of each half term a cup is awarded to the winning house. Children from the winning house will be given an extra playtime.  Achievement Assembly: an opportunity every Friday where achievements are shared with the school and parents  Instant positive comments: written or spoken  Stickers: awarded as a reward for achievement and behaviour  Sharing success with the Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher  Roles and Responsibilities: prefects, school council members  Attendance Certificates: these are awarded every term for 100% attendance  Wall of Achievement: this is in the school reception and highlights the pupils’ achievements both in and out of school  Message Home: – this is to celebrate learning and behaviour

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES The school is committed to providing equality of opportunity to all pupils regardless of race, gender, disability or creed. Children will also be taught to have consideration for others.

The school environment has been developed to provide accessibility for all children and adults. There are ramps and a lift for disabled users. The staff work to ensure pupils with any disabilities are fully integrated into school life. All staff are aware of the school policy on equal opportunities.

CHILD PROTECTION We have a duty under The Children’s Act 2004 to protect all children. If we are suspicious that a child is being abused, we will follow Suffolk County Council guidelines on Child Protection and work with other agencies as necessary.

SCHOOL UNIFORM

Our school colours are purple, yellow and white. We request that parents ensure pupils take pride in their appearance and in being a member of our school. The expectation is that pupils will wear uniform as listed below but the majority of items are not compulsory.

Uniform can currently be purchased from Coes, Norwich Road, Ipswich, IP1 2NH.

WINTER UNIFORM Boys Girls Plain grey trousers Plain grey skirt, pinafore dress or trousers Plain white or purple polo shirt with or without school Plain white or purple polo shirt with or without school logo logo Purple sweatshirt or fleece with school logo Purple sweatshirt, cardigan or fleece with school logo Suitable shoes, preferably black (no trainers) Suitable flat shoes (no high heels, boots or trainers) Winter hat with logo Winter hat with logo

SUMMER UNIFORM Boys Girls as above but with plain grey shorts Lilac or yellow checked or striped summer dress

plain grey shorts with plain white or purple polo shirt with or without school logo Flat shoes or sandals (no canvas boots) Summer hat with logo Summer hat with logo

PE KIT Boys Girls Purple and black polo shirt (compulsory) Purple and black polo shirt (compulsory) Black shorts Black shorts White socks White socks Trainers (no plimsolls) Trainers (no plimsolls) Black tracksuit Black tracksuit

KS2 Only KS2 Only Black football style socks for games Black football style socks for games No earrings to be worn during PE and Games lessons. Please plan new piercings in the summer holidays to allow removal for PE.

GENERAL Purple Junior Document case with school logo Purple Junior Backpack with school logo

SCHOOL MEALS

LUNCHES A daily choice of a hot school meal or pick ’n’ mix lunch is provided by EATs and prepared in our school kitchen. Menus are changed twice a year and copies are sent home with the children when published. The menus are also available on the school website and the EATs website. The daily menus are very varied and include a vegetarian option.

The cost of meals and procedures for payment are on the school website.

Children whose parents do not wish them to have a school meal may bring a packed lunch in a rigid container clearly marked with your child’s name. We encourage children to bring a balanced and nutritious lunch including a drink (not fizzy).

Children in Reception and Years 1 and 2 are entitled to a daily school meal at no cost to the parent under the Universal Free School Meals initiative.

If you are in receipt of certain benefits, then your child may be eligible for free school meals irrespective of the year group they are in. Application forms for these free school meals are available from the information shelves in the school entrance or by visiting the Suffolk County Council website. Details of eligibility are printed on the form. If you meet the criteria we would encourage you to apply even if your child is in Reception, Year 1 or Year 2 or you would prefer your child to have a packed lunch. This is because part of our budget allocation, known as Pupil Premium, is based on the number of children entitled to these free school meals. This extra money helps us to provide support groups throughout the school along with much needed additional resources.

SNACKS AND DRINKS Children are allowed to bring water to drink during lesson times or break times. Children may only bring small pieces of fruit or vegetables to eat at break time. In Reception, children are provided with a piece of fresh fruit or vegetable as part of the National Fruit and Vegetable Scheme.

MILK SCHEME The School Food Plan has revised standards for food and drink in schools and milk now plays a prominent part. It is now mandatory for all primary schools in England to offer lower fat milk during school hours. Details on how parents can order milk for their children are available from the school office or on the school website. Milk for children under 5 years of age is provided at no cost to parents.

INFORMATION

PARTNERSHIP WITH PARENTS When your child starts at Dale Hall Community Primary, we will ask you if you will be willing to sign a Home/School Agreement. This agreement forms the partnership between parents and teachers.

Parents are invited to come into school to help and we welcome any expertise or assistance that you can give. Please volunteer if you have the time. Please be aware that when helping in school you are in a confidential situation. It is necessary for volunteers to hold a current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check issued by Suffolk County Council. Details and application forms are available from the school office.

The Headteacher and staff are always willing to talk about any aspect of your child’s development and are happy to discuss things informally. If a longer time is needed, we would ask that an appointment is requested via the school office. Teachers are usually available at the end of the school day unless they have a meeting.

Parents’ evenings are held in the Autumn and Spring Terms when teachers and the Headteacher are available to discuss individual children’s progress. You will receive an annual report about your child at the end of the Summer Term.

SECURITY SYSTEM All visitors to our school should report firstly to the school office where they will be issued with a security pass and asked to sign the visitors’ book. Gates at the entrance to the Lower and Upper Phase playgrounds are locked between 9.05 am and 3.00 pm.

EMERGENCIES A record is kept of all home and parental work contact numbers and it is important that you inform us of any changes.

ABSENCES If a child is unexpectedly absent from school, we request that parents telephone the school before 9.00 am on the first day of absence on 01473 251651. Select option 1 on the telephone system to leave a message giving the child's name, class and reason for the absence. The absence will only be authorised if the school office is notified of a valid reason for the absence.

If your child needs to visit the dentist, doctor or hospital during school time, a letter must be provided in advance. Failure to do so will result in an unauthorised absence being recorded in the register. However, we do ask that you try and make all routine appointments out of school hours in order not to disrupt your child’s learning. When going out for an appointment, children are not allowed to leave the school premises on their own and must be collected from the office.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE In accordance with current government and Local Authority guidance and Statutory Regulations, the school will not authorise any leave of absence except for exceptional circumstances which have been agreed with the Headteacher at least one month in advance. The decision to authorise will be made on the individual facts and circumstances. The Headteacher will determine the number of days that will be authorised for the absence and will notify parents in writing. If the school does not authorise all or part of the leave of absence but the parents still take the child out of school, or the child is kept

away for longer than was agreed, the absence is recorded as unauthorised. The regulations do not allow schools to give retrospective approval. If parents do not apply for leave of absence in advance, the absence will be recorded as unauthorised. Unauthorised absences of 8 sessions or more (a session being a morning or an afternoon) in an academic year will be referred for a Penalty Notice Fine.

Full details are available in the Governing Body Attendance Policy on the school website or from the school office.

SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICE During your child’s first term in school, the school Health Advisor will carry out a School Entry Health Check. This will include height, weight, vision and hearing checks. Results of these will be sent home with your child and you will be contacted if any follow up is required.

MEDICINES We will only agree to administer medicines to children in school if absolutely necessary due to an on- going medical problem. Any such problem should be discussed with the Headteacher. Full details are available in the Governing Body Medical Conditions Policy on the school website or from the school office.

PHOTOGRAPHY Parents will be informed prior to school performances whether photography is permissible during the performance or afterwards. This permission will be dependent on the individual children taking part. The use of video cameras by parents is not permissible at any time. Full details are available in the Governing Body Procedures for Photography in School Policy available on the school website or from the school office.

A professional photographer takes individual children’s photographs annually during the Autumn Term and class photographs during the Summer Term. Although sales of these photographs provide useful income for our school fund, please note that you are under no obligation to buy them.

JEWELLERY We request that no jewellery or nail vanish is worn in school. Watches are allowed on the understanding that the school cannot accept responsibility for their safety. Children with pierced ears must wear stud not loop sleepers for school.

Earrings should not be worn during physical activities and if they cannot be removed for any reason the child must cover them with tape provided by parents. Please note that for swimming, earrings cannot be worn, or covered, for safety reasons.

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES We currently offer an array of after school clubs during the year which include Gymnastics, Dance, Guitar, Football, Rugby, Hockey, Netball, Athletics, Cricket and Gardening. Our well-developed Young Playleaders scheme allows Year 6 children to organise and provide lunchtime structured games for Lower Phase children.

VISITS During the year, classes will go out of school to visit museums, exhibitions or particular sites of interest. A voluntary contribution is required for such visits to cover the cost of travel, entrance fees and workshops. Whilst no child would be excluded from such a visit, insufficient voluntary contributions may result in the visit being cancelled. Full details are available in the Governing Body Charging and Remissions Policy on the school website or from the school office.

PARENTAL CONCERNS The Headteacher and staff are always willing to talk about any aspect of your child’s development. If any parents are unhappy about any aspect of school, please contact us to discuss your concerns.

It is not normally possible to speak to your child's teacher at the beginning of the school day. If the issue is not urgent please send in a letter to the class teacher. If the issue is urgent, please contact the school office to arrange an appointment with the appropriate member of staff. Staff are usually available at the end of the school day, unless they have a meeting.

Initial concerns should be referred to the class teacher. In most cases, problems can be solved in this way. However, should you feel that your concerns have not been met the matter will be referred to senior members of staff as follows:

Phase Manager then

Deputy Headteacher then

Headteacher

If parents are still dissatisfied, they can make use of the formal complaints procedure. Full details are available in the Governing Body General Complaints Procedure Policy on the school website or from the school office.

BREAKFAST CLUB A Breakfast Club is available daily on school premises. This is run by ‘Les Enfants’; please contact them direct for further information: 01473 423264.

RISK ASSESSMENT Dale Hall Community Primary School is a non-smoking site. It is not permitted to smoke anywhere on the school site.

No dogs, except Guide Dogs, are allowed on the school premises.

CAR PARKING Due to lack of space and for Health and Safety reasons, there is no parking available for parents at any time in the staff car park unless you have special requirements.

Permitted parking for parents will be for Blue Badge holders only. Once evidence of this has been shown to the school office, a radio fob transmitter will be issued. A £10 refundable deposit will be required before issuing a fob as they are costly to replace.

For special school functions the Upper Phase playground (at the front of the school), will be opened to allow off-road parking.

GOVERNING BODY

School Governors share a general responsibility to ensure the effective management of the school, acting within the framework set out by National Legislation and the policies of the Local Authority. They work in close partnership with the Headteacher who has responsibility for detailed decisions about the day-to-day running of the school. Governors are selected from a variety of backgrounds to provide a wide range of knowledge and experience for the school to draw upon. Governors are always happy to discuss any general matters relating to the life of the school and will raise any matters Governing Body meetings. The Chair of Governors can be contacted via the school office. The members of the Governing Body are:

Mrs A Gage (Chair) Mrs B Derrett (Vice Chair) Mrs E Cobb Mr I Crane Mrs J Dedicoat Mrs L Fisk Mrs L Guy Mr R Hart Mrs C Hayward Miss A Ledger Miss J Nixon Miss V Ransby Mr M Reason

PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION

We have an enthusiastic Parent Teacher Association (PTA) to which all parents automatically belong. Meetings of the committee are informal and parents are always welcome. The primary function of the PTA is to organise fund raising activities to provide additional items which will benefit your child’s education eg cameras, play equipment, computers, library books, mathematical resources. Please join us and become involved, you will be most welcome.

PTA Committee Secretary Mrs J Van Den Brink Budgen Treasurer Miss V Ransby President Miss A Ledger Vice President Mrs J Dedicoat Staff Mrs C Ambrose Miss C Webb

Committee Members Mrs C Cadwallender Mrs J Norfolk Mrs R Calver Mrs L Ryan Mrs I Coackley Mrs A Southernwood Mr A Gibson Mrs N Steward Mrs C Laughlin Mrs J Whitmore Mrs D Leeks Mr M Williams Mr I Ling Mrs P Wilson Mrs J Ling Mrs M Wynn Mrs K Marjoram

DALE HALL COMMUNTIY PRIMARY SCHOOL STAFF – 2016 to 2017

Headteacher Miss A Ledger Deputy Headteacher Mrs J Dedicoat Assistant Headteacher Miss J Nixon Assistant Headteacher Mrs L Goodfellow English Coordinator Mrs C Ambrose Mathematics Coordinator Mr J Parker Science Coordinator Miss C Webb

Reception Teachers Miss S Edwards Mrs K Landers

Year 1 Teachers Mrs F Allum Mrs E Cattermole Mrs J Wells

Year 2 Teachers Mr A Glover Miss J Nixon

Year 3 Teachers Mrs J Brian Mrs S Hines Mrs P Parrish

Year 4 Teachers Mrs C Ambrose Miss C Webb

Year 5 Teachers Mrs K Critchley Mr I Tope Mrs C Watkins

Year 6 Teachers Mrs J Dedicoat Mrs L Goodfellow Mr J Parker

DALE HALL COMMUNTIY PRIMARY SCHOOL STAFF – 2016 to 2017 (continued)

Higher Level Teaching Assistants Mrs C Ardern Mrs K Maycock

Teaching Assistants Mrs S Abbott Mrs T Abbott Mrs P Brown Mrs J Closs Mrs M Dyes Mrs M Eldred Mrs R Eley Mrs L Fisk Mrs C Hearsum Mrs Y Holmes Miss J Pidgeon Mrs A Rumsby Mrs S Trett Mrs M Ward Mrs M Wilce

Academic Mentors Mrs L Graham Miss E Hunter

Cover Supervisors Mr L Catchpole Mrs J Pipe

Sports Coach Mr M Westcott

Inclusion Manager Mrs K Cade

Inclusion Support Mrs K Caton

Business Manager Mrs R Downes

Office Staff Miss L Gilbert Mrs Y Peatman

DALE HALL COMMUNTIY PRIMARY SCHOOL STAFF – 2016 to 2017 (continued)

Site Manager Mr D Millar

Caretaker Mr S Newstead

Cleaning Staff Miss C Bolt Ms D Morgan Mrs S Suchowij

Kitchen Staff Mrs E Wyatt (Cook) Mrs N Harvey Mrs J Kaur Mrs D Metcalfe Mrs E Rose Miss C Wegg

Senior Midday Supervisor Mrs J Bray

Midday Supervisors Mrs P Bond Mrs J Brooke Mrs J Cox Mrs R Curtis Mrs C Ellis Mr D Garner Mrs J Gowers Mrs C Greenacre Mrs J Hutton Mrs T Hutton Miss J Pidgeon Mrs P Tarrant Mrs N Tuck

Relief Midday Supervisors Mrs R Gray Miss K Holland Mrs S Kaur Mrs R Leonard Mrs C Ling Mrs P Wilson

USEFUL CONTACTS

Director for Children and Young People Suffolk County Council Endeavour House 8 Russell Road Ipswich IP1 2BX

03456 066 067

Suffolk County Council School Admissions 0345 600 0981

School Nursing Service Whitton Clinic: 01473 242166

The information and particulars contained in this brochure are correct at the time of publication.

It should not be assumed that there will be no change affecting the relevant arrangements or some other matter

a) before the start of, or during the school year in question

b) in relation to subsequent school years

DECEMBER 2016