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0 1 Letter of welcome 2 Useful phone numbers 3 Ysgol Pentrefoelas Aims & Objectives 4a Governing Body 4b Governing Body & policies 5 Language policy 6a Curriculum 6b Instrument lessons 7 Staff 8a Arrangements & Admission Procedure 8b Health and Saftey 9 Early Years education – Nursery & reception class 10 Transferring to secondary school 11 Charging Policy 12 Complaints procedure 13a Care & Discipline 13b School Council 14a Holiday dates 14b Timetable 15 Religious education & collective worship 16 Sex education 17 Personal & social education 18 Child Protection 19a Illness 19b Illness whilst at school 19c Medicine 20 Absence / Attendance 20b Bad Weather 21 School Trips 22 Parents Teachers Association 23 Homework 24 Physical Education 25 Circulars 26 Special Education 27 Pupils with Disabilities 28 Equal Opportunities 29 School Meals 30a Makeup & Earrings 30b Mobile phones 31 School Uniform 32 Parents’ Annual Meeting 33 Links with Parents/the Home/Community 34 Transport 35 Additional Activities 36 After School Clubs 37 Breakfast Club 38 Personal Information 39 Term & Holiday Dates 2017-2018 40 Attendance
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111 A Letter of Welcome
Ysgol Pentrefoelas Betws-y-coed LL24 0LE
Pennaeth/ Headteacher : Mrs Ann E. Jones B.Add / B.Ed E-bost/ E mail : pennaeth@pentrefoelas.conwy.sch.uk Ffôn/ Phone : 01690 770226
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Dear Parent/guardian,
The purpose of this letter is to help you learn more about the life and work of Ysgol Pentrefoelas.
This is a county primary school which provides education for boys and girls aged 3 - 11.
Our aim is to provide an environment that takes care and offers a range of learning experiences to all pupils in order for them to develop mentally, socially and emotionally.
We believe that through close co-operation between the school and the home our children will benefit the most. As staff we are always prepared to discuss any aspect of your child’s development.
The information provided in this document is correct at the time o going to press, but some changes will be required from time to time. You will receive further information if circumstances change.
We look forward to co-operating with you to ensure that your child’s period at the school is happy and successful.
Regards,,
Ann E. Jones Headteacher
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222 USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS
THE SCHOOL :
Headteacher: Mrs Ann E. Jones
01690 770226
GOVERNORS :
Chair: Mr Paul Williams
01690 770323
Clerk: Mrs Helen Hitchmough
01490 460250
EDUCATION SERVICES: Mrs Eleri Owen Education Support Officer Education Services Goverment Buildings Dinerth Road Colwyn Bay LL28 4UL
01492 575031 / 2
4 333 YSGOL PENTREFOELAS AIMS & OBJECTIVES
Ysgol Pentrefoelas is a natural Welsh primary school and Welsh is the medium of teaching and administration. The school has a Welsh ethos.
AIMAIMSSSS
Create an environment and atmosphere where pupils can grow, develop and mature to become confident individuals that are aware of the welfare of others, and become responsible members of society.
We offer education of the highest possible standard which reflects the requirements of the Authority, Government, society and the individual.
OBJECTIVES
The Child Encourage the confidence and enthusiasm of individuals so that they reach their potential and take delight in their own success and that of others.
Develop every part of every pupil, be it spiritual, moral, cultural, social, mental or physical.
Ensure equal opportunities for all pupils.
The Curriculum Provide a broad, relevant, differentiated and balanced curriculum.
Atmosphere & Ethos Ensure a happy atmosphere, lively, homely, consistent, welcoming and positive which is sensitive to the difference between pupils.
Encourage and confirm self respect and love towards others.
Teaching & Learning Plan education of the highest possible standard so that the child reaches his/her full potential.
Set realistic and flexible targets as an aim concentrating on priorities which improve the quality of teaching and learning.
Organisation Create a procedure which promotes coherence and balance throughout the school, by taking advantage and appreciating the different expertise that can be found at the school to ensure that pupils are able take advantage of a variety of experiences.
Community Promote a good partnership between the school and parents.
Management & Ensure that everybody works towards the same objectives by planning Administration together and co-operating to create and implement policies at the school.
Buildings Keep the building in a condition which promotes safety, convenience and cleanliness.
Staff Development Ensure relevant training for staff.
Resources Ensure there is a sufficient supply of teaching and learning resources and pupils are able to take advantage of the provision.
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444a4aaa THE GOVGOVERNINGERNING BODY
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Mr Paul Williams LEA Representative 27.02.17 Mr Hywel Williams LEA Representative 30.06.17 Mrs Carys Pierce Parent Representative 13.07.18 Mrs Mari Evans Co-opted 31.12.19 Mr Gari Jones Community 03.11.17 Mrs Mags Williams Staff Representative 31.10.18 Mrs Nia Jones Parent 23.6.18 Mr Gerallt Jones (Cadeirydd) Parent 31.10.18 Mr Ieuan Lloyd Parent 31.03.21 Mr Garffild Lloyd Lewis Councillor Commentator Mrs Ann Jones Headteacher in service Mrs Eleri Davies Teacher staff representitive 30.6.17 30.06.17 Clerk – Mrs Helen Hitchmough
WHAT ARE GOVERNORSGOVERNORS???? Governors are similar to a board of directors who decide how the school is run. Governors’ meetings are held at least once every term.
Governors are appointed to assist with the following:
1. Decide what is taught 2. Set behavioural standards 3. Interview and appoint staff 4. Decide how the school budget is spent.
Governors have legal duties, powers and responsibilities. They operate jointly but not on an individual basis.
PARENT GOVERNORS 1. They have a child at the school 2. Elected by parents 3. Like other governors, they are appointed for four years.
MINUTES OF GOVERNORS MEEMEETINGSTINGS The minutes are available at the school’s office.
4b GOVERNING BODY/ POLICIES
The process of presenting and confirming school policies is a continuous one, and they are confirmed by the governors.
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5 LANGUAGE POLIPOLICYCYCYCY
INTENTIONINTENTION:: AAAIMSAIMS & OBJECTIVES
The school’s main aim is to ensure that all pupils are completely bilingual before they enter secondary school. Welsh is the main medium of teaching at the school but English is introduced at the end of Year 2. Non Welsh speaking latecomers are treated sensitively to their language needs.
USE OF THE WELSH LANGAUGE
Welsh is the language of communication at the school.
Learning Welsh develops the:
• Ability to communicate • Enrich knowledge and understanding • To conform with the requirements of the National Curriculum • Appreciation of Welsh literature, heritage and the community • Promote an awareness of being Welsh • Develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
SCHOOL ETHOS
“Creating a Welsh ethos in a school certainly contributes to the efficiency of learning.”
Ysgol Pentrefoelas is a natural Welsh school; therefore, it’s essential for us to reflect this by creating a homely Welsh atmosphere.
A Welsh atmosphere should be given to learning materials across the curriculum.
666a6aaa THE CURRICULUM
Since September 2016 the new curriculum is aiming to accomplish matters such as a Successful future, and Literacy and Numeracy Framework (LNF) as a part of the curriculum . Structure of LNF FNL describes in detail the skills we expect children and young adults to master between the ages of 5-14. There is two parts to its framework – Literacy and Numeracy. They are shared into the following strands: As a part of Literacy they expect that children are educated in; • Speech across the curriculum • The ablility to read across the curriculm • The ability to write across the curriculm
As a part of Numeracy they expect that the children are educated in:
• How to develop their reasoning skills
7 • Using number skills • Using measuring skills • Usinsng Data skills
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of an education regime is to create situations and supply resources which enables every child to develop into a complete personality, to develop and practice all their talents, and provide for them according to their age, ability and interest. Also to qualify them to become a responsible member of a bilingual society, and are able to contribute and receive from that society, and live in peace with their fellow humans.
This general statement has three inter-related aspects: a) Enable each child to develop to their full potential b) Ensure that every child is introduced to the heritage of Wales c) Give each child an opportunity to develop as a full member of a society which is quickly changing.
Celebrating St David’s day with Alun Tan Lan. GENERAL AIMS
1 Develop oral, literacy and numeracy skills in the context of stimulating the child’s curiosity, imagination and interest. 2 Increase pupils’ knowledge and develop the ability to reason in order to assist them in a world which is continuously changing with increasingly sophisticated processes and techniques, especially in technology. 3 Inspire every child to seek more information and experiences during their life and develop their thinking, moral and spiritual sense. 4 Assist pupils to live and work with each other and develop aspects which enable them to be responsible members of society. 5 Develop pupils’ ability to be sensitive, have aesthetic appreciation and leisure skills. 6 Give special attention to pupils with special needs, e.g. those that are exeptionally able and those with various disadvantages. 7 Present ideas and concepts through lively and dynamic methods which demand the pupils’ response.
The National currucilum state that it’s compulsory to teach the following subjects:
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Foundation Phase:
Areas of learning are:
Personal and Social development, Well- being and cultural diversity Language, Literacy Mathematical and Development Communication Skills
Foundation Phase Welsh Language Knowledge and Development understanding of the world
Phys ical Creative
development Development
Since September 2014 the Literacy and Numeracy framework has been apart of the curriculum for years Infants – 6. This curriculum has been embodied in the fields of teaching CS on the subjects in CA2. You can find a copy of the framework on www.learning.gov.wales/res
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Curriculum 7 – 11yrs The subjects included in the curriculum include:
Welsh Mathematics English
Religious Science Studies
Music Geography
The Curriculum Art and 7 – 11 yrs History Design
Physical Design and Education Technology
Sustainable Informatio n Development Technology
Personal and Social Education
It is necessarythat every school prepares a comprehensive plan that is based on the education authority and in the requirements of the National curriculum. The plan will include details about the educational course and the way that they will be acpomplished. This is to ensure that the education that is being taught to the children is meeting the aims of the document.
Work Pattern We aim to ensure that the education that is provided will promote development in moral, cultural, psychological and physical skills, and that the nature of the whole curriculum are differently, broadly and evenly. To respond to the wants and needs of this the organised ASASASSESSINGAS SESSINGSESSING,,,, RECORDING AAANDAND REPORTING TO PARENTS
The development of early years pupils is regularly assessed, and a detailed record is kept of personal development, experiences and pupil ability in KS 1 and 2. A sample of work is kept in pupils’ profiles.
10 Parents are invited to discuss the development of their child once a term, but any parent is welcome to contact the school to discuss any issue.
The governing body has received information about last year’s National Curriculum assessment results. Governors were very satisfied with the results.
6b INSTRUMENT LESSONS
Pupils in Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 learn to play the recorder as part of their music lessons. The following instruments are offered to Year 3, 4, 5 and 6 pupils: harp and piano. Specialist teachers visit the school to teach pupils. The provision is regularly reviewed.
The governing body charges for lessons or requests a contribution. The fee and provision will be reviewed from time to time taking into consideration the cost of the service to the school and the number of pupils who receive lessons.
Perhaps parents will occasionally be expected to purchase music books. Some pupils in receipt of harp or piano lessons will be offered an opportunity to sit Royal School of Music examinations, which will involve additional expense.
After pupils reach a certain standard they are invited to attend the County Youth Orchestra at Ysgol Dyffryn Conwy to play with pupils from other schools. Further information available from individual teachers.
Pupils who decide to take up instrument lessons are expected to do so for at least 3 terms .
777 STAFF
Headteacher Mrs Ann Jones Athrawon Mrs Eleri Davies Nursery Assistant Mrs Amanda Caley/Miss Rebeca Lloyd Secretary Mrs Helen Hitchmough Cleaner & caretaker Mrs Margaret Williams Cook Mrs Kim Bunnagar Senior Lunch Time Supervisor Mrs Pat Jones Peripatetic Harp Teacher Mr Dafydd Huw
Other occasional visitors to the School Supply Teachers Miss Meinir Hughes Mrs Nia Jones Mrs Donna Roberts
* Education Psychologist Mrs Ann Owen/Mrs Nerys Hughes School nurse – Young People’s Advisor Nurse Siân Edwards
* The above people will not see your child without your consent.
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888a8aaa ARRANGEMENTS AND ADMISSION
Pupils are admitted to the nursery department (part time) in the September following their third birthday and to the infants (full time) in the September following their fourth birthday. For example any child that is four years old by 31 st of August will be accepted in September. Any parent who wishes their child to attend the school should contact the Head. We are commited to distribute a high level of education to every pupil, including Children in Care. We believe that we have a responsibility to protect children who receive extra help, to futher their educational accomplishments and to ensure that they reach their potential. (Childrens Law 2004)
8b. Health and Saftey
This school has a policy that ensure’s that we provide and maintain a safe and healthy working environment, along with the correct work equipment and systems for the pupils and staff (teachers and assistants). We also distribute information and training when needed or when essential. You can ask for a copy of the health and safety information about the school in the office. Risk assesments take place regularly to ensure that the building and areas around the school are safe for the children, staff and visitors.
PARKING ARRAGMENTS/WALKING SAFELY TO SCHOOL.
We ask that EVERY driver who takes their children to school to abide to the following rules within the school. You must drive SLOWLY infront of the school at all times. Driving infront of the main entreance of the school is not permitted. You must make sure that your children walk on the pavement to/infront of school AT ALL TIMES. ONLY SCHOOL STAFF MEMBERS are permitted to park by the main school building, this is to ensure that there is enough room for parents to drop their children off outside the main enterance of the school. Also to this ensures that the area is clear in case of an emergancy. Driving any vehicle onto the school yard is NOT PERMITTED.
999 EARLY YEARS EDUCATION NURSERY & RECEPTION CLASS
Reception pupils will attend the school from 9.00 a.m. to 3.30 p.m.The nursery session will be 9.00 – 11.30a.m. Parents may collect their children at 11.30 a.m. or 12.55 p.m, after lunch and having made an arrangement with teachers every morning.
To create a happy and homely atmosphere for pupils, parents of Nursery pupils may, bring their child to class in the morning. Our aim is to create an environment and atmosphere where pupils can grow, develop and mature to become confident and responsible members of the community, but we expect that pupils will be happy to walk into class of their own accord by the end of the year.
12 There is a close relationship between the school and the local ‘Ysgol Feithrin’, which is held at the school. If your child attends ‘Ysgol Feithrin’ in the afternoon, the leader will ensure that your child is collected by the beginning of the afternoon session. Further information about ‘Ysgol Feithrin’ is available from the head.
Early year’s education seeks to develop and maintain the enthusiasm and curiosity of pupils by learning through play and contributing to a number of activities and various tasks.
Each nursey pupil receives a strong foundation in the Welsh language. This is to able the pupils to reach their full bilingual achievements before starting full time school. English is presented as a second language from years 2-6. During the first year nursery pupils are given an opportunity to join in the activities of the whole school e.g. visits / trips, sports days, services, concerts etc. You will be informed by letter if they need to attend an all day event.
The school tries to promote healthy eating. Every morning pupils have an opportunity to eat fruit that is provided by the school.Pupils are also encouraged to drink water, and to use the water coolers that are avalible at the school. Every morning the school provides a carton of milk for the Foundation Class pupils for free. Other pupils may order milk if they wish.
When sending money to school, e.g. money for trips, lunch, fruit etc., ensure it’s in an envelope or closed purse which is clearly labelled with the child’s name. Lunch money is collected on a Monday or Thursday.
We will often inform you by letter about activities, news or other important information – this letter will be given to the eldest pupil. We would like you to look daily in your child’s bag.
Sometimes you will need to give important information to the school e.g. changes in arrangements / transport home, medical / dental appointments etc. We request that you inform us by letter or phone as soon as possible.
If your child is absent from school unexpectedly, due to illness or other circumstances, it’s compulsory for you to explain the absence by letter, or orally by phone.
Pupils are given a reading bag during the reception year to carry their reading/discussion books home. We ask parents and pupils to share the book, read together and discuss its content. We kindly ask that you return the bag and the book once the child is finished with it together with the signed record book so that the books may be changed the following week. Junior pupils are given a Welsh and English reading book to carry back and forth to school daily.
Physical Education All will need the following labelled clothing in a bag with the child’s name.
Shorts (jogging bottoms in the winter) White T shirt Trainers.
It’s emphasised that the bag should be kept at the school from Monday to Friday and taken home for washing over the half term.
It’s essential that pupils who wear a school uniform have all their clothing labelled with the child’s name .
13 We promote structured play in a purposeful area outside the class where there is opportunities for pupils to learn a variety of skills and gain new experiences e.g. experimenting with water and sand. planting and looking after plants, observing nature etc. We provide appropriate clothing for some practical activities to protect clothing (wet weather foot wear, aprons and rain ware).
101010 TRTRTRANSFERRING TR ANSFERRING TO SECONDARY SCHOSCHOOLOLOLOL
At the end of Year 6 the majority of 11 year old pupils transfer to Ysgol Dyffryn Conwy, Llanrwst. There are close links between the two schools and pupils have an opportunity to meet the head of year one and spend 2 days at Ysgol Dyffryn Conwy during their final year at Ysgol Pentrefoelas.
111111 CHARGING POLIPOLICYCYCYCY
We do not charge for school activities, except for the following: • Music lessons from a specialized teacher, in this occasion we ask for a contribution from parents so that the school can offer a rangore of musical lessons. • Educational trips • Extra curricular activities that are arranged by outside organizations.
The school is always open to talk to any parent/ gurardian if there is any worries about costs that are to do with the school.
121212 COMPLAINCOMPLAINT TTTSS PROCEPROCEDUREDURE
We emphosise the fact that we deal with any complaints fast and effectively through informal considering which is based pn discussions with the head. This is the first reasonable step. The governing body will expect that this step has been fulfilled before presenting the formal complaint.
13a CARE & DISCIPLINE
We try to create a special community at the school with an atmosphere of happy co-existence and co-operation. The governing body has adopted a firm discipline policy for the school. Emphasis is placed on: 1 Fostering and maintaining respect between pupils and between staff and pupils. 2 Foster self discipline and get pupils to work independently and feel responsible for their actions. 3 Foster respect towards other people’s property. 4 Foster respect towards the school and the environment.
We try to set high levels of discipline and do so in the following manner:
1 We aim to get to know every pupil well. It’s important that the pupil is aware of the interest staff take in them as individuals. This is important when establishing a good pupil - teacher relationship. 2 We praise the efforts and behaviour of all pupils. 3 We try to make pupils aware of the necessity for school rules. 4 All instances of unacceptable behaviour are dealt with.
14 5 We try to respond with consistency to each of the above situations. We request good co- operation between staff and parents in order to promote and realise these values which we consider important for the success of the school.
13b SCHOOL COUNCIL
The school council meets about once every half term. Two elected pupils from every year and a member of staff are on the school council. At these meetings proposals and pupils’ wishes are discussed.
14a DDDADAAATESTESTES////SCHOOLSCHOOL HOLIDAYS
See the enclosed sheet regarding school holidays. Also, pupils have holidays on staff training days. These are called INSET (In-Service Educational Training). You will be informed of these beforehand.
14b TIMETABLE
Holiday dates will be found in the appendix. The academic year consists of 190 days of teaching and five days of staff training.
The school day: Breakfast Club 8.10 - 8.50 School opens 9.00 Morning service 9.05 - 9.20 Lessons 9.20 - 10.30 Play time 10.30 - 10.50 Lessons 10.50 - 12.00 Lunch time 12.00 - 1.00 Lessons 1.00 - 2.15 Play time 2.15 - 2.30 Lessons 2.30 - 3.30
Total teaching hours per week are 23 hours and 45 minutes for juniors’ and 22 hours 55 minutes for infants. Pupils are supervised at the beginning and end of the school day and during play times. School staff are responsible for pupils for 10 minutes before and after school. A member of staff is on duty on the school yard during play times. During lunchtime the senior supervisor is on duty.(Mrs Pat Jones)
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SUPERVISING PUPILS BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL SESSIONS
School opens 9:00 am School closes 3:30 pm
Staff will be in ‘loco parentis’ from 8:50am to 3:40pm.
Staff are not responsible for pupils who are on their way to or from school.
It’s the parents, taxi / bus driver who is responsible for the welfare and safety of pupils before or after leaving the school.
RRRegistrationRegistration Morning session – The register will be open until 9.20am. Unless the pupil is in school by then he/she will be marked absent. Afternoon session – The register will be open until 1.20pm.
GOING HOME *** Pupils using transport provided by the county Pupils will return home on the usual taxi/minibus unless informed differently by letter (or by phone in an emergency.
Parents are expected to inform a member of staff if they come to collect their children.
*It can be a stressful period for a child when these arrangements are not clear.
ALL PUPILS Staff will not release a pupil to the care of another adult who doesn’t usually collect the child unless a letter or some other confirmation has been received from parents.
AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES a) Organised by the school There will be the same level of supervision as with other activities during school hours. b) Organised by other agencies e.g. County Tourism and Leisure Departments
It’s the parents’ responsibility to ensure that the level of supervision is acceptable to them.
The head and governors have the right to prevent any agency or group from using the school and its grounds if they consider:
1) the level of supervision to be insufficient 2) that behaviour is unacceptable
It’s the responsibility of parents to ensure that they collect their child from school at the end of these activities.
16 151515 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION & COLLECTIVE WORSHIP
The school has no direct formal association with any religious denomination. Collective worship of a mainly Christian character is provided to the whole school.
The religious education provided is based on the Authority’s agreed syllabus. The syllabus can be viewed at the school. The school can make arrangements for pupils if their parents do not wosh them to attend a religious service or any religious studies.
161616 SEX EDUCATION
We believe that sex education should be a valuable part of the education of every pupil and that it is an important element of their social development. Governors agreed that sex education should blend into the Personal and Social Education curriculum. The copy regarding the full information about the policy is available through contacting the head. available from the head.
The school will deal sensitively with issues which are of concern to pupils.
The aims of sex education are as follows:
1. Create an atmosphere where questions regarding personal relationship can be asked without embarrassment. 2. Provide appropriate vocabulary for parts of the body. 3. Explain the nature of reproduction. 4. Emphasise the value of family life and the special importance of caring for the child within the family. 5. Explain changes to the body and the reason for those changes. 6. Assure pupils that physical changes and their physical, emotional and social effects are normal and acceptable. 7. Provide continuous emotional support to pupils during these changes. 8. Assist pupils to accept and understand changes, especially physical changes. 9 Provide support when and if things go wrong.
171717 PERSONAL AND SOCIAL EDUCATION
In the early Years and Foundation Phase there are opportunities in Personal and Social Education (PSE) to concentrate on the pupils’ increasing awareness of themselves both physically and emotionally regarding their relationships with friends, family and the direct environment. Emphasis should be placed on fostering self understanding and relationships with others in a positive and acceptable environment where pupils’ opinions are fostered, and their confidence and responsibility developed and achievement affirmed.
In Key Stage 2, PSE will offer opportunities and learning experiences which reflect pupils’ increasing physical and social awareness and freedom. They should be prepared to develop effective relationships, accept more personal responsibility and keep themselves safe. PSE will help pupils cope with changes in maturity, present them to a wider world and enable them to make an active contribution to society.
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181818 CHILD PROTECTION PROCEEDURES
A STATUTORY DUTY IS PLACED UPON SCHOOLS TO REFER ANY SUSPICION OF ABUSE TO THE APPROPRIATE AGENCY.
191919a19 aaa ILLNESS
The area nurse comes to test hearing and sight etc. As you know, knits are occasionally found in all schools. In order to assist us, we’d like you to inspect your child’s hair when washing it, and inform the school if there is a problem. Remember that this is a clean hair problem. The issue will be treated confidentially. The situation is made worse if you don’t tell us.
School Nurse The nurse makes an occasional visit, and you will be informed of these visits so that you may be present with your child.
With some illnesses Conwy Health Authority recommends that you keep your child away from school for a number of days:
Chicken-pox 7 days after discovery Smallpox 4 days after discovery Measles 7 days after discovery Mumps 7 days after mumps disappears Whooping-cough 21 after the commencement of the cough
You should inform the head about these illnesses as it’s necessary to contact the local doctor.
19b BECOMING ILL AT SCHOOL
We will telephone and ask you to take your child home if he/she becomes ill at school. (Please inform us of any new phone numbers). Accidents are recorded in the Accident Book.
Accidents
Unfortunately, accidents do happen when children are at play. If your child is injured, first aid will be administered if necessary. Parents will be contacted if the child needs more specialist attention so that he/she may be taken to the doctor / accident unit. A member of staff will take the child to the doctor/accident unit at Glan Clwyd Hospital if parents aren’t available. Any accidents are noted in the Accident book.
19c MMMEDICINES MEDICINES
The following guidelines will be carefully followed when staff are requested to administer medicines.
1 Teaching staff have the right to refuse to administer medicine, but the head may do so under certain circumstances. It’s better for the child to take medicines at home, and if that is not possible, parents must contact the head before sending the medicine to the school.
2 A child is permitted to use an inhaler if he/she suffers from asthma.
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202020a20 aaa ABSENABSENCECECECE
Regular attendance is essential. A letter should be sent to the class teacher explaining the absence when your child returns to school. Secondly, if you know that your child will be absent or will be visiting the doctor or dentist etc. then send us a letter stating the date so that we are aware of the reason for the absence. No explanation means that the absence has to be recorded as an ‘unauthorised absence’ and a number of these means that we have to inform the education authority.
20b BAD WEATHER ARRANGEMENTS
Every attempt is made to keep the school open for 190 days per year, but if we have servere weather we may have to close the school. Our main priority is the safety of pupils. Please do not send your child to school unless you are certain that it is open – by telephoning the headteacher at school or look for information on the County Website.
212121 SCHOOL TRIPS
The Authority and school’s policy state that it’s necessary for parents to fill in a form before pupils are permitted to go on school trips. The Authority’s form is available from the head.
222222 PARENTS TEACHERS ASSOCIATION
The association was established to raise money for the school. Officers are changed regularly so that everybody may contribute. The social aspect is just as important and helps bring us closer together.
The school has an active parents teachers association. Money has been raised to buy computers, books and many other things. Events are held at least once a term and all parents are welcome to attend and participate. The annual meeting of the association is held in September when new officers are elected.
232323 HOME WORK
The homework policy is available at the school Formal homework is given to pupils in Key Stage 2.
Sometimes a particular activity will require information from parents and relatives or will involve research. We realise that parents are responsible for the child during these hours therefore parents may chose whether or not to co-operate.
Occasionally a teacher may ask a pupil to do additional work to improve a weakness or concentrate on a particular aspect. We hope for the full co-operation of the home and encourage the child to do the work.
Pupils are regularly expected to learn tables and the spelling of words set by teachers. The school has a home reading scheme. We request the co-operation of all parents.
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242424 PHYSICAL AND LITERACY EDUCATION
Due to personal hygiene and practicality, all pupils are expected to bring appropriate clothing.
Indoors e.g. gymnastics and dance (bare foot) – shorts and t- shirt. Out doors e.g. sports and athletics –black shorts, white t-shirt and trainers. It’s suggested that long trousers and a warm top are worn (not usual school clothing) for out door lessons during cold winter days. Pupils at the school will receive a variety of extra curricular activities and experiences during their time in KS2. E.g Overnight stay at Glan Llyn
Personal property is the child’s responsibility.
All clothing, shoes bags etc should be clearly marked with the child’s name so they are recognisable.
SWIMMING Swimming lessons are provided at Llanrwst Leisure Centre for two terms. The school pays for lessons but we ask for contributions towards transport. Our aim is that every pupil gan swim 25 meters before end of year 6.
252525 CCCIRCULARS CIRCULARS
Messages or circulars will be sent to you via that excellent postman – your child! However good the postman, he/she sometimes forgets to empty his/her bag! Therefore we recommend that you inspect their school bag daily.
26 ADDITIONAL LEARING REQUIERMENTS/CHILDREN UNDER CARE In accordance with the Special Education Code of Practice, which was presented following the Education Law in 2008, the school has a comprehensive policy. The school has a list of children that need extra support with their work, including talented and more able children.Pupils will receive additional support from teachers in the class to begin with and then the I.EdPlan will be prepared if they are needed. Parents and pupils are invited to discuss (CAU). The school will keep in close contact with parents if the child has difficulties. A current comprehensive policy is available at the school.
272727 PUPILS WITH DDIIIISABILITYSABILITY
Our policy conforms to the 2002 Code of Practice and we try to offer education at the appropriate level to all pupils. Perhaps a Statement of Special Educational Needs will be prepared by the local authority which will identify how the child’s needs will be met.
All pupils who are educated at a mainstream school will be treated equally and differentiated work will be prepared.
20 The building is suitable for wheel chairs.
282828 EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
The school has an equal opportunities policy which states that we try to provide a happy, safe and caring environment which considers the child’s physical or educational needs. The school tries to foster a healthy attitude towards differences in gender, colour, society, religion and special needs.
29 SCHOOL MEALS
School meals are provided, and parents who chose a meal are requested to pay on Monday. Parents are requested to place the money in an envelope or wallet on Monday morning or the first day, and provide the following information – the child’s name, class and the enclosed sum.
You may request vegetarian meals for your child.
Free school meals forms are available at the school
303030a30 aaa MAKEUP & EAREARRRRRINGSINGS
Makeup or earrings (apart from studs) aren’t permitted. Unnecessary jewellery isn’t permitted. Aesthetic safety was paramount in our thoughts when preparing this rule. Neither should anything valuable be brought to school (including unnecessary money). The school can’t be held responsible for any loss.
30b MOBILE PHONES
Children do not need mobile phones in school. They are welcome to use the school telephone when they need to contact parents. We would be very grateful for your support to ensure that your child never brings a mobile to school. Occasionally a phone can be useful e.g. Orchestra/ Educational Trip. In such cases, the pupil should let us know at the beginning of the day, then we can keep the phone safely in a special box in the Office. If children fail to follow these guidelines we will take the responsibility of keeping the phone until a parent comes to collect it. If a pupil does bring in a mobile phone they should tell a member of staff at the beginning of the day. The phone will be kept in a special box in the office till it is needed.
313131 SCHOOL UNIFORM
All pupils are expected to dress appropriately for school, and parents’ co-operation is appreciated. Though not compulsory, governors have adopted the following colours, for those parents who wish their children to wear a school uniform.
1. Jade sweat shirt with the school’s logo 2. White or jade polo shirt with the school’s logo 3. Black trousers, shorts, jogging bottoms or skirt.
Sweat/polo shirts with the school logo can be purchased from the Embroidery Shop.
PLEASE PUT YOUR CHILD’S NAME ON ALL CLOTHING.
21 323232 PARENTS/GOVERNORS ANNUAL MEETING
Since 1988, it’s been necessary for all schools in Britain to hold an Annual
HOME/SCHOOL AGREEMENT It’s expected that parents and the school agree and sign th home/school agreement so that we can cooperate for the benefit of the children .
333333 LINKS WITH PARENTS/HOME/PARENTS/HOME/CCCCOMMUNITYOMMUNITY
It’s already been stated that education is a partnership which can take various forms.
Parents who bring their child to the school for the first time are invited to meet the head to discuss the educational process and any other relevant issue. New pupils who will be attending nursery class are invited to spend time in the class during the previous term. Links are established over an extended period with the local nursery school in order to establish a relationship with the children before they start at nursery class.
Parents are invited to attend a number of activities during the year, e.g. harvest festival, concerts, Christmas services, St David’s day concert or sports day.
Meetings are arranged with parents to enable them to meet teachers and discuss their child’s work. Usually these meetings are held mid term. It’s appreciated that parents might wish to discuss their child’s development on other occasions and this can be arranged by contacting the head before hand.
The school has an active parent - teachers association and all parents or guardians are regarded as members.
VIEWING CHILDREN’S WORK You may see your child’s work by arrangement with the relevant teacher any time between 3:15 and 4:00. We also organise an evening during the summer term to discuss your child’s annual report.
CCCOMMUNITYCOMMUNITY LINKS
Ysgol Pentrefoelas is a community school which is extensively used during the evenings by various societies. Here is a list of some of those societies:
Godre Hiraethog Merched y Wawr Adran Bentref (urdd) Boxercise Club Whist drives Snooker Club Eisteddfod rehearsals
URDD GOBAITH CYMRU
The school has an Urdd branch and we compete at local, county and national level in eisteddfod activities. As a school we join other Urdd activities - Jamboree (singing etc.), sports, swimming and cross country. An annual membership fee needs to be paid in order to participate in Urdd activities.
22 ADRAN BENTREF YR URDD
This Club meets weekly during Autumn and Easter terms and is open to Year 3-6 pupils. Years Reception and 1 are invited once a month.The club is managed by parents who organise a number of activities for members. There is a membership fee which includes Urdd membership. There is no need for the Adran Bentref members to pay Urdd membership through the school.
Year 4 pupil winning First prize for CDT work in the National Eisteddfod in 2017
343434 TRANSPORT
Conwy Education Services provide taxies to transport pupils. More details can be obtained from the school.
353535 ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES
The school hopes to ensure the support and co-operation of parents when additional activities are organised.
Teachers occasionally organise educational visits, and parents are informed of these events by letter in advance. Voluntary contributions are required from parents in order to finance these activities and it will be made clear that sufficient contributions are required if an activity is to continue.
The school offers a variety of activities which are open to all pupils, who in the head’s opinion are ready and sufficiently mature to participate in the event.
363636 AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS ––– YEARS 333,3, 4, 5 &&& 666 SPORTS
Football, rugby and netball teams compete against local and visiting schools, and attempts are made for all pupils to be members of school teams before they leave the school. A league has been established between the area schools.
373737 BREAKFAST CLUB
The Breakfast Club is open to all pupils between 8 a.m. – 8.50 a.m. Pupils will receive a free breakfast: choice of fruit juice or milk, cereal and toast. The Club is supervised by Mrs Megan Roberts and Mrs Julie Lloyd.
383838 PERSONAL INFORMATION
23 It’s important that we keep a full record of the child’s name and parents/guardian’s name. At the begninign of the new term we will send a form requesting information such as name, address, telephone numbers etc. We request your co-operation and that the form is returned promptly. It would greatly assist us if you would inform us immediately of any change in details.
Medical information is very important as it provides us with an idea of the child’s difficulties and needs. We would also like the name and address of the family doctor.
We also need to be able to contact parents in an emergency; therefore we need a home telephone number or a work place number.
All absences have to be explained by letter or phone. It’s a legal requirement that all reasons for absence are known. At the end of the year the school has to identify the percentage of unauthorised absences.
393939 TERM & HOLIDAY DATES 2017-2018 AUTUMN TERM Autumn Term Open 04.09.17 Staff Training Day 01.09.17 09.10.17 Half term close 27.10.17 Half Term Open 06.11.17 End of Term 22.12.17
SPRING TERM Spring Term Open 09.01.18 Staff Training Day 08.01.18 Half term Close 09.02.18 Open after half term 19.02.18 End of Term 23.03.18
SUMMER TERM Staff Trainig Day 09.04.18 Summer Term open 10.04.18 May Day 07.05.18 Whole school celebrating Chinese New Year Half Term Close 25.05.18 Open after Half term 04.06.18 Staff Training Day 02.07.18 End of Term 20.07.18
40 ATTENDANCE
It is necessary that every parent informs the school of any absences on the first day in a letter or through phoning the school. If the school is not informed about an absence it is marked down as an ‘unauthorised absence’. You have to ask for permission off the Head if you are planning a holiday during term time. The register closes at 9:10. Any pupil that arrives later than that time without a medical reason, will be marked as ‘late’ and will be treated as absent for the morning session on the schools statistics. We urge parents to attempt to book, when needed, medical and dental appointments outside of school hours, to prevent distrupting the childs education.
Attendance 2016-2017 F Stag: 98.43 KS2.: 97.79
Pupil Performance at the end of Key stages & Teacher asessments`. Because of low pupil numbers we cannot share performance levels. 24
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