The Swallowtail Federation of Church Schools School Brochure 2015-16

The Swallowtail Federation of Church Schools School brochure 2015-16

Welcome to Swallowtail!

Hello and welcome. We understand that starting school is a new and exciting, sometimes daunting, experience for your child and, in many cases, for you as parents. We want to make this transition as easy as possible for both you and your child. We hope that this handbook will help to answer some of the questions you may have, as well as showing you where to get the answers to the questions we haven’t dealt with. Each year we admit up to 45 children from our local area into our Federation schools and as you read through our handbook I hope you will get a feel for the high quality of care and education we provide for our children. The children are at the centre of everything we do and our aim is to give them the best opportunities that we possibly can. We see Swallowtail as a community made up of the children, staff and parents. We all have an important contribution to make and we value the support of parents and families. Please get in touch if you have anything to discuss, as the saying goes “our door is always open!” You will soon see that life at Swallowtail Schools is never dull: we are always looking for new and innovative ways to make learning enjoyable and challenging. We do not stand still as we are constantly aiming to improve everything we do.

Ms Jo Nutbeam Executive Headteacher

Federation Science Day – part of science week 2015

Mission Statement and Values

Mission Statement

Our Federation’s mission is to work together to create successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens.

Values

We aim to

 Provide a Christian ethos relevant to all areas of school life  Ensure a happy and caring environment in which all children and adults feel safe and can express their individuality  Have high expectations for children in our care by providing an appropriate challenging curriculum which is inclusive and accessible to all  Expect high standards of behaviour throughout the Federation  Ensure equal opportunities for all  Model and nurture good social, physical and spiritual development  To celebrate achievement in all areas  Ensure Governors are committed and involved in the life of the Federation  Liaise effectively with parents, guardians, carers and the wider community  Foster an awareness of and respect for the environment

About our Schools

The Swallowtail Federation of Church Schools is comprised of three small rural schools, two infant and one primary. Our schools have a strong Christian ethos, but by acknowledging that all religions foster respect and love for one another, the children of all denominations, or of no religious belief, are welcome. Children are admitted in the September of the academic year in which they turn five years of age. In Sutton and Hickling at the end of Year 2, the majority of our children transfer to Stalham Academy and at Catfield the majority transfer at the end of Year 6 to Stalham High School or to a High School of their choice. Across the Federation we offer small classes with a high adult to child ratio. Each of our class teachers are supported by a fully trained Teaching Assistant. In addition there may be other members of staff in your child’s class, for example we have additional support to help our children with reading. All our classes are of mixed ability and there will be times when your child will be taught with their whole class, in smaller groups and also individually. We work closely with outside agencies to ensure that children with needs, and their parents in some cases, have access to specialist support and advice. We work together as a federation team to care for those in our schools and the surrounding environment. In doing this we develop relationships and actively seek to communicate with our wider school community. We place great emphasis on helping our children to grow into

2 thoughtful, responsible adults with a strong sense of right and wrong. We educate every child to the best of his or her ability. Equality of opportunity is fundamental to our federation ethos. We have a skilled and dedicated team who are committed to providing the best education for your child.

We expect excellent behaviour. Inappropriate behaviour and bullying are regarded as serious and are dealt with promptly and effectively.

Your involvement in the education of your child and the life of the school is positively welcomed and encouraged.

Our pupils achieve high standards in all areas of the curriculum. We want our children to reach their full potential and we are pleased to see that in many cases they outdo our expectations!

List of Staff across Federation – September 2015

Federation Headteacher: Jo Nutbeam

Staff at Sutton

Teaching: Sabrina Holmes - Reception Class Teacher (2 days) RE Subject Leader Natalie Fiske - Reception Class Teacher (3 days) Joint PE subject leader Susan Gray- Year 1 Class Teacher Julie Wones - Year 2 Class Teacher, Lead Teacher at Sutton, SENCo across the federation, joint Science Subject Leader Support: Emma Crane, Tracey Bales, Pat Carver – all support throughout the school, including covering teacher’s PPA Office: Rachel Shirley (4 days) Midday: Annette Skipper, Kevin Watts, Ingrid Horrocks Site manager Shaun Jones

Staff at Catfield

Teaching: Natalie Butcher - Year R/1/2 Class Teacher, Lead Teacher at Catfield, EYFS Subject Leader Anna Sales- Year 3/4 Class Teacher (2 full day, 3 half days) English Subject Leader Gary Hall - Year 5/6 Class Teacher Computing Subject Leader Support: Marie Ryan, Wendy Twigg, Caroline Platt, Mornie Ayling (5 hours per week, including Cool Club). Office: Wendy Amos Midday: Caroline Platt, Heather Daniels Little Owls Pre-school Toni Bridge - Manager Hannah London, Megan Jewkes - Pre-school Support Staff Site manager: Shaun Jones

Staff at Hickling Teaching: Deborah Hampshire - Year R/1/2 Class Teacher, Lead Teacher at Hickling, (2.5 days), joint maths subject leader. Deborah Mayhew Year- R/1/2 Class Teacher, Lead Teacher at Hickling, (3 days), joint P.E and Science subject leader. Support: Jo Funnell, Debbie Ward Office: Gayle Edwards (8:30am -12:30) Mon-Fri Midday: Geraldine Smith, Paula Harrison Site Manager: Lorraine West

The Work of the Governing Body

Governors work as a team called the governing body. They are responsible for making sure our school provides a good quality education. Governors also promote effective ways of teaching and learning when setting the school aims and policies. They do this together with the Head Teacher who is responsible for the day to day management of the school. Every school must have a governing body. The membership will vary according to the type of school. We have a federated governing body which meets 12 times a year and comprises members to represent the interests of all our schools. All governing bodies include governors who are:  Parents - elected by parents at the school  Staff - elected by the Head, teachers and support staff at the school  The Head teacher is entitled to be a staff governor without an election Additionally, as a church school we have foundation governors who are appointed by the church. The governing body’s main role is to help raise standards of achievement. It:  is accountable for the performance of the school to parents and the wider community  plans the school's future direction  selects the head teacher  makes decisions on the school's budget and staffing  makes sure the national curriculum is taught  decides how the school can encourage pupil's spiritual, moral and social development  makes sure the school provides for all its pupils, including those with special needs. Our governors support and challenge the Head Teacher by gathering views, asking questions and deciding what's best for the school. They are not there to rubber stamp decisions. They are at the heart of how our school operates and are mindful of how important it is to get things right. If you wish to know more about the role of the governing body, or whether there are any vacancies for a governor in The Swallowtail Federation please contact our Chair of Governors at Sutton Infant School.

Swallowtail Federation of Church Schools holiday and INSET dates 2014-15

Autumn Term 2015 INSET Days: Schools closed to pupils Tuesday 1st September Wednesday 2nd September Thursday 22nd October Friday 23rd October Schools re-open Thursday 4th September Schools close Wednesday 21st HALF TERM HOLIDAY Schools re-open Monday 2nd November Schools close Friday 18 December CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY

Spring Term 2016 INSET Day: Schools closed to pupils Monday 4th January Schools re-open Tuesday January 5th Schools close Friday 12 February HALF TERM HOLIDAY Schools re-open Monday 22 February Schools close Thursday 24 March Good Friday: Schools closed for Bank Friday 25 March holiday EASTER HOLIDAY

Summer Term 2016 Schools re-open Monday 11 April May Day: Schools closed for Bank holiday Monday 2 May Schools close Friday 27 May HALF TERM HOLIDAY Schools re-open Monday 6 June Schools close Wednesday 20 July INSET DAY: Schools closed to pupils Thursday 21st July SUMMER HOLIDAY

Curriculum Statement Children in Years one to six follow the National Curriculum, which includes the core subjects of English, Mathematics, Science, R.E. and I.C.T. The foundation subjects of History, Geography, D.T., P.E., Music, Art, French and Citizenship are also taught according to the National Curriculum. Much of your child’s work in school will be practical, investigational and based on solving problems related to real situations. Governing bodies are required to produce a curriculum statement annually. This replaces the requirement under the School Framework and Standards Act 1998 for a curriculum plan. From September 2014 there is an expectation from the government for all mainstream primary schools to deliver the new National Curriculum. We have therefore adapted our School curriculum accordingly to ensure that we meet the current aims and statutory requirements.

Curriculum Provision the schools of the Swallowtail Federation of Church Schools Our curriculum is underpinned by the National Curriculum (2014). We enhance this with planned opportunities that make up the wider school curriculum - learning is always exciting and in a meaningful context for children. Where comonality exists between subjects and aspects learning is linked and lessons taught using a cross-curricular approach. Where this is not achievable subjects are taught discretely. The rehearsal and application of basic skills learned in the core curriculum is a driver for the entire curriculum. ‘The good curriculum includes a lot of creative activities that have a positive impact on standards in many subjects.’ Ofsted – Catfield May 2013 6

We place a strong emphasis on the development of the basic skills necessary to be confident independent learners and successful adults. Children rapidly begin to read in our Reception classes and our aim is to develop a love of reading in all our learners. All children engage in a daily literacy skills session where they develop their reading and comprehension skills in addition to developing a command of all aspects of the English language. In addition, all children take part in a daily English and Mathematics lesson. We have embraced the Talk for Writing concept, championed by Pie Corbett, which helps the children to internalise text structures, before being able to invent their own version of a fiction or non-fiction text. It also encompasses a variety of learning styles as children 'act out' and repeat the text by following a visual story map, exploring vocabulary and making use of props to enhance their understanding. ‘Subjects are taught through exciting ‘themes’ which engage and motivate pupils.’ Ofsted – Hickling July 2013

At the schools within the Swallowtail Federation children develop a strong sense of moral purpose in addition to a respect and understanding of people who have different characteristics to themselves, whether that be age, disability, gender, race or sexuality. A rigorous, well planned curriculum, delivered by excellent staff in an ethos of care, love and support enables our pupils to be well rounded, empathetic young people who have a thirst for learning and respect for all around them. The skills of computing are applied across the curriculum. Religious Education is delivered through the Norfolk Agreed Syllabus.

The curriculum at the schools within the Swallowtail Federation aims to:  Inspire children to develop a love of learning.  Embed skills to prepare children for further learning and productive adulthood.  Take learning beyond the classroom.  Develop children to become reflective learners who have a sense of responsibility for their own learning and development.  Build confidence and motivation within our children.  Grow children who understand the importance of perseverance, resilience and tolerance.  Enable children to use their acquired skills and knowledge to observe, question and think.  Learn to value others, their views, cultures and beliefs. ‘The school provides an effective curriculum that ensures pupils’ good spiritual, moral, social and cultural development.’ Ofsted – Sutton May 2013

Special Educational Needs Some children in school are identified as having a particular Special Educational Need. These children receive extra help from the staff according to their level of need. In this way we are able to help them make the best possible progress, to the best of our ability and available resources. The Federation has a Special Needs Co-ordinator (SENCo) Ms Julie Wones, who liaises with the parents of children who have specific needs. If you need to contact Ms Wones she is based at Sutton – Tel: (01692) 580608 ‘Support provided for disabled pupils and those who have special educational needs enables them to take a full part in all activities and achieve well, in line with their friends’ Ofsted – Hickling July 2013

Behaviour The aim of our schools is to encourage each child to develop an inner self-discipline founded on respect for other people. High standards are expected from all members of the school community. 7

We expect our children to follow our school rules by behaving well at all times and we insist on politeness and good manners. At Swallowtail we will not tolerate any form of bullying. We encourage all children to tell us immediately if they think they are being bullied. ‘Pupils have good attitudes to learning. They talk openly about how much they enjoy school and how teachers help them to learn new things. They behave well and feel safe.’ Ofsted – Catfield Oct 2013

School Worship Worship is central to the life and purposes of our schools and reflects the Federation’s Christian foundation. It focuses our thoughts on God and helps us to reflect on our own actions and attitudes. Our collective worship focuses on a different Christian value each half-term. We also look at other world faiths and special days. Each half term we send home a themed sheet of ideas for families to share and children have regular opportunities to reflect on each theme throughout the half term. Visitors from the local clergy lead collective worship in all our settings on a regular basis. We also attend our local churches for services each term. Parents have the right to withdraw their child from Collective Worship but we ask you to discuss the matter with the Head Teacher first.

Parents involvement with our schools Parents are always welcome at Swallowtail Federation Schools. Education is a partnership between families and school. People of all ages are welcome to help in school – Mums, Dads, Grandparents, Aunts and Uncles etc. If you would like to help please let us know - even an hour a week is valuable to us - for example, reading, playing games, assisting on the computer or sharing skills with children. If you know of others who would like to help in school, please put them in touch with us, and let us know if you have any gifts or talents which you could share with the children. ‘Parents are full of praise for the work of the school. They value the opportunities that they have to visit the school and work with their children.’ Ofsted – Hickling July 2013

In order to safeguard the children in our care, we ask all regular volunteers to complete a DBS (Disbarring and Barring Scheme) Check (previously called CRB).

Sutton and Catfield both have Parent, Teacher and Friends Associations (PTFA’s) which meet on a regular basis to organise fundraising and social events. We believe that the day to day contact with parents is of great importance. New pupils are encouraged to spend a morning at school before their period of entry.

Information for parents Weekly newsletters containing up to date information are sent home to parents and published on our website - usually they are sent out every Thursday. There is a dedicated parent information area in each of our schools with brochures and leaflets of interest to parents on display. Reporting to parents

We have parents’ evenings as follows: Autumn Term YR - early in the term to discuss the process of the Foundation Stage Profile.

Y1 - Y6 – in the first half of term, a meeting is held to enable staff to share targets for each child with their parents and to explain how parents can support their child’s learning at home. Spring Term. YR-Y 6 - a progress meeting is held to share information with parents on their child’s progress Summer Term YR - Y6 – a written report is issued and parents are invited in for an Open evening to celebrate their children’s work and discuss the written report if parents feel they need to. Phonics test results are issued with the Y1 reports (and for any Y2 who took the phonics test). The national SATS results for Yrs 2 & 6 are also included with the reports.

Informal Chat Please feel free to speak with the teacher or classroom assistant about your child. You will see them when you drop off and pick up your child. On the rare occasion that the teacher is unable to speak with you at the time they will make arrange a convenient time for that chat

Complaints procedure The Government has stated that each school should have a complaints procedure. If there are any areas which cause concern the procedure is as follows:

Discuss the matter informally with the Headteacher. Make a formal approach to the Chair of Governors. Make a formal approach to the Local Authority. Make a formal approach to the Secretary of State for Education.

Water We encourage children to bring water in named bottles (with sports type tops) for access during lesson time. They should be taken home daily for replenishment.

Snacks Fresh fruit is provided free for all children in the Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 through the ‘Fruit and Vegetable Scheme’. All children may bring a drink for lunchtime e.g. milk/water in addition to their classroom water bottle. Milk for morning break is available at Sutton for 10p day and can be booked through the school office.

Dinners Dinner time is from 12 noon to 1pm. Since September 2014, all schools have provided all Early Years and Key Stage 1 children with a free school meal. There is a choice of options which can be seen on the menus sent home at the start of every term. If your child has a food allergy, please let us know immediately so that we can arrange for you to meet our catering manager who will discuss menu options with you. Parents not wishing to take up this offer may prefer to provide their child with a packed lunch from home.

Packed lunches We encourage the children to bring in healthy lunches. We do not allow children to bring:  Fizzy drinks  Sweets (including chocolate bars)  Food or drinks in glass containers

Emergency Closure If any of our schools are closed at short notice for any reason e.g. bad weather or health and safety problems, information will be available on Radio Norfolk, Radio Broadland or www.norfolk.gov.uk The Norfolk County Council website lists schools closed and is probably the quickest way for those with computer access to find out whether or not our school is open. The list is updated every few minutes. If any school needs to close during the day for other reasons eg. lack of power, damage to the building, parents will be notified directly.

Administration of Medicines Policy It is the policy of the Swallowtail Federation of Church Schools to support pupils and parents in the administration of medicines during school hours. However, it is acknowledged that schools do not have an obligation to assist in the administration of medicines and each request will be dealt with on an individual basis. No member of staff will be under any obligation to administer medicines and can refuse to do so without giving any reasons. Where there is a request for medicines to be administered at school the following procedures will apply.  The Head or teacher in charge must be made aware of the request and will make the decision on acceptance or refusal.  The current Local Education Authority form (MED 1) must be completed and signed by the parent/guardian.  The parent/guardian must check each day with the Head Teacher or teacher in charge that the school is still willing to administer the medicine and then pass it directly to her/him.  The parent/guardian will supply the medicine in an appropriate container, which is clearly named and labelled with instructions for administration and storage. Where the medication is prescribed by a doctor, the medicine should be supplied in its original container.  The parent/guardian will ensure that staff are fully informed of the type of medicine and of any known side effects that may occur.  It is the parent/guardian’s responsibility to remove any containers or unused medicine each day.

Asthma policy It is recognised that children with inhalers may need access to them during school hours. To ensure the safety of all children, the inhalers will be kept in a container in the classroom and may be accessed only by a member of staff. We have an Asthma Inhaler Policy which parents of children with inhalers are asked to sign to clarify the responsibilities of all concerned. All children with asthma also need a care plan. 10

It is the responsibility of the parent to ensure that:

1. the inhaler is the one prescribed for the child. 2. the inhaler is clearly named. 3. the medication supplied is within its expiry date. 4. your child is able to use his/her inhaler correctly (under supervision).

No smoking policy We operate a no smoking policy which applies within the school buildings and on the school grounds across the Federation.

Charging policy The Governing Body has adopted the County Policy on charging for school trips. Parents may be asked to make a voluntary donation towards these costs. No child will be excluded from an activity within school time because his/her parent/guardian is unable to make a financial contribution. However, if there is insufficient financial support from parents, some activities may not take place.

Attendance policy The Swallowtail Federation has adopted the Stalham Cluster Attendance policy. This has been put together by the Headteachers of Stalham Infant School, Stalham Academy, Stalham High School, Ludham Primary School, Catfield Primary School, East Ruston Infant School, Happisburgh Primary School, Hickling Infant School and Sutton Infant School.

If a child is away from school, please telephone to explain the absence. If we do not receive a message, or a child is late into school for no known reason, we now have to record this as an unauthorised absence. Termly returns of absences and unauthorised absences have to be sent to Norfolk Children’s Services (NCS) and Government Department for Education. NCS may take legal action against parents who fail to produce a good reason for their child’s non-attendance at school. The school attendance officer checks school registers and follows up children with a significant amount of absence.

Holidays in termtime The school dates are published two years in advance and are available to all parents and carers on the Norfolk Schools’ website. We would therefore expect all parents to book any holidays during the 175 days that are non-teaching days.

Furthermore, since the amendment to the Education (Pupil Registration) (England) Regulation 2006 Headteachers can no longer authorise any holiday during term time. Leave can be granted for ‘exceptional circumstances’ eg close family funerals.

It is acknowledged that individual Headteachers will have their own views on what they consider ‘Exceptional Circumstances’ so you request will need to be discussed with the Headteacher at your child’s school.

Requests must be put in writing and addressed to the Headteacher or Attendance Officer. All requests will be acknowledged even if not agreed. Should leave not be agreed your child’s absence will be marked unauthorised. 11

Please be aware: the LA do issue Fixed Penalty Notices. Students who have 85% attendance of which 15% is unauthorised over a 6 week period or 10 consecutive sessions of unauthorised absence would meet the criteria for la Fixed Penalty Notice.

Supporting your child at home Your child will be getting used to reading, writing and maths at school. It really helps if you could encourage them to practise these skills at home as well.

Reading Reading at home is the most important thing that you can do to help your child succeed. Aim to spend about 10 to 15 minutes per day sharing a book with your child. If this is too long then break it down into 5 minute sessions. Your child will be bringing a book home to share with you. They should be able to talk about the pictures in the book and tell the story in their own words. It is helpful for young children to read the same book more than once, but if you are worried about this please speak to your child’s teacher. The books provided will be appropriate to your child’s reading abilities, remember everyone will learn at a slightly different pace. Some tips to help you:  This should be a happy time together, not a chore or a test.  If they get stuck on a word say “try to work it out”, silently count to three and if they haven’t got the word by then, just tell them and keep the story going smoothly.  Make sure they are listening to what they read. Sometimes children do not notice if their reading does not make sense. Ask “did that make sense?” if they are unsure.  It might help some children to look through a new book with you before reading it so that it is not completely unfamiliar.  After reading, ask your child some questions to make sure that they have understood what they have read.  Give lots of praise to build confidence.  Enrol them at the local library so they can try new books regularly.

Writing Wherever possible encourage your child to write at home. Some tips to help you:  Encourage writing for different purposes, birthday cards and shopping lists are a good place to start.  Write words and sentences for your child to copy.  Provide different writing implements for your child to experiment with, pens, pencils, crayons etc.  Look at different kinds of writing around you like signs or labels.

Number Work Mathematics consists of a number of areas including, counting, recognising numbers, adding, taking away, 2-D and 3-D shape, measuring in simple ways, time and money. All these skills you can reinforce at home, in a practical, fun way. For instance, making reference to these in your 12 child’s day to day experiences will help immensely. Children feel much happier when learning, using their own experiences : a trip to the shops, looking at the number on houses, finding shapes around the house, sorting their toys are just a few of these examples. We appreciate the help of our parents in these areas and it really can make a big difference ‘Good quality experiences in the Early Years Foundation Stage help children develop their personal, social and emotional skills well. They enjoy stories and boys as well as girls readily choose and excitedly read books previously read to them by the teacher.’ Ofsted – Sutton May 2013

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my child have homework? Yes, depending on the age of the child, they are encouraged to complete work at home. The most important is the regular sharing of a reading book with you.

Are there any after school clubs? Yes, we have several across our Federation: these include football, cooking, nature detectives, SATs club, Cool club. Some of these are run by the staff and for some we use external coaches.

Catfield pupil – ‘I LOVE THIS SCHOOL BECAUSE EVERYTHING IS GREAT! – especially the friends, clubs and all the activities!’

Hickling pupil– ‘Wild outdoors club is brilliant!... I love coming to school.’

Do the children go on any visits? Yes, all our children have the chance to take part in many visits. Children in Key Stage 2 at Catfield are offered the chance to go on a residential three day trip. The school subsidises every visit to a high level and sometimes the trip does not incur a cost to parents at all.

Can I help the Federation? In many ways! You could come and hear children read, help in the classroom with art work, you could help at fund-raising events. Your support in whatever way, large or small, will be very much appreciated.

Do the Federation schools have pre-schools? Children come into our schools from many local areas and the pre-school that a child attends does not dictate the school that they move on to. However, the majority of our children have attended our associated pre-schools. Our primary school has its own pre-school called Little Owls which is managed as part of the school and located on our school site. The majority of our Hickling children have attended ‘Hickling Hunnies Pre-school’ or ‘The Treasure Box’ – see Hickling individual school details for more information. Sutton also has a thriving pre-school which is based in the village hall. We have close links with all our pre-schools and link with them on a regular basis. For example the Hunnies attend collective worship every Tuesday, Little Owls eat with the infant children twice a week and then join them for lunchtime play and Sutton pre-school attend the celebration assembly on the first Friday of every month. This is in addition to a number of transition events which take place during the summer term. Little Owls can be contacted through the Catfield Office – please see website details below for other contact details.

13 www.suttonpreschool.co.uk www.hicklinghunnies.webs.com www.andlou.com (Treasure Box)

Individual school details Catfield Church of England (VC) Primary School

School Road, Catfield, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR29 5DA Tel: (01692) 580568 Fax: (01692) 580568 Email: [email protected] Website: www.catfield.norfolk.sch.uk

Looking after our environment. Easter egg hunt!

Catfield – Caring and Achieving Together

Catfield School aims to ensure that:

 there are high standards of achievement for all children  there are high standards of behaviour across the school  children develop high aspirations for their future  there is a wealth of opportunities provided to broaden children’s outlook on life and learning  there is a happy and caring environment in which all children feel safe and can express their individuality  the achievements of children and adults in all areas of learning and life skills are recognised and celebrated  each child realises and responds to his/her own spirituality by learning within a Christian ethos.  each person is valued regardless of gender, ability, religion and cultural background  there is a good partnership between school and the children’s families.  there are good links with the community and that school becomes a valuable part of village life.  there are good links with neighbouring schools, the Preschool and other organisations to extend and enhance learning opportunities for pupils and staff.

Learning about the Stone age through art. Arrival at school - 8.40am

The main gate is opened at 8.40am and children are supervised on the school yard until the bell goes at 8:50am for the children to line up. Registration - 8.50am The register is taken at 8.50a.m. and the school day begins at 9.00a.m. Registers will remain open until 9.20 a.m. A child arriving at school later than this will be marked down as late. According to Norfolk regulations, this then becomes an ‘unauthorised absence’

End of school School lessons end at 3.15p.m. Children will leave classrooms shortly after that. Children are supervised until they are collected. At 3.30p.m we will contact the parents of any child still waiting.

Relax and enjoy the sunshine. Science in action! Groups Tigers – Reception children Lions – Year 1/2 Cheetahs – Year 3 and year 4 Panthers - Year 5/6

School Uniform

Boys Jade sweatshirt or cardigan White shirt or polo shirt Grey or black trousers or shorts Black shoes Girls Jade sweatshirt or cardigan White shirt or polo shirt Grey or black skirt, pinafore, trousers or shorts Jade/green gingham dresses for summer (optional) White socks - long or short Thick grey or black tights for winter Black shoes (no high heels please) PE - indoor White tee shirt Black or navy shorts Black or white plimsolls with white or brown soles. (black sometimes rubs off on the hall floor) Please note: Plimsolls are essential for indoor PE for activities when toes need to be protected eg for unihoc games Trainers are not used in the hall as they are not suitable for gymnastic floor-work or for use on the apparatus.

PE - outdoor White tee shirt - long or short sleeved Sweatshirt, thick jumper and/or tracksuit top Black or navy tracksuit or jogging bottoms Trainers (Hats and gloves may also be worn in the wintry weather)  Watches may be worn in school but children will need to be responsible for them.  Small stud ear-rings may be worn but MUST BE REMOVED FOR PE and SWIMMING. For safety reasons, no other jewellery should be worn.  Make-up is not accepted  Children may also bring extra clothes to change into for lunch time play on the field when it is wet and muddy, or may use their outdoor PE kit.  Children may bring indoor shoes or plain slippers to change into if they wish for lesson times. We encourage children not to bring mud into school, especially through the winter months, so a change of footwear for inside is desirable.  School sweatshirts, cardigans, book bags and PE bags with the school logo may be purchased from through Tescos – tesco.com/ues  We keep a small stock of good quality, second hand clothing for sale. We ask only a small contribution to school funds. PLEASE NAME ALL ITEMS OF CLOTHING (INCLUDING SHOES, TRAINERS AND PLIMSOLLS so that any mislaid items can quickly be returned to the rightful owners)

Glad he’s that side of the bars!

Hickling Church of England Infant School

The Street, Hickling, Norwich, Norfolk, NR12 0XX.

Tel: 01692 598355 Fax: 01692 598355

Email: [email protected] Website: www.hickling.norfolk.sch.uk

THE HICKLING SCHOOL PRAYER (written by the children)

Thank you God for Hickling School, For our friends and teachers, And for all the people who help us, Thank you for the wonderful world around us.

Help us be good and kind to everyone, Help us to help others, To work hard and do our best, And to make our school a happy place. Amen

School times 8:40am to 12 noon 1pm to 3pm

Arrival in the morning School opens at 8.50 a.m. Children register themselves and begin some “Early Work” in their class bases. Parents are welcome to bring children into school but are encouraged to allow their child as much independence as possible. On Tuesdays and Wednesdays parents may join their child in class to support their early morning work until 9.10am when children go into assembly. Parents are welcome to join the children for assembly on Mondays every week at 9.00am and on Thursdays at 9.00am.

Learning is such fun!

At the end of the day Lessons finish at 3pm so children will be leaving classrooms shortly after that. Parents may wait in front of our main entrance but must supervise younger children carefully as staff cars may be leaving the car park at that time too. * A member of staff ensures that the children departing by bus do so safely at the end of the school day.

St George’s Day fun! Learning with the road safety teddies! School uniform Our policy is that children should wear school uniform colours.

School sweatshirt Royal blue with school logo Cardigan Royal blue with school logo Trousers/shorts grey or black Skirt, pinafore grey Summer dress blue and white check Tee-shirt/polo shirt white or school blue Tee-shirt

School sweatshirts, cardigans, tee-shirts, sun hats and PE Bags can be ordered from the Schoolwear Centre, 67 Ber Street, Norwich or online: www.schoolwearcentrenorfolk.co.uk. We ask that children do not wear jeans. Children need to wear sensible, dark school shoes in which they can run about in the playground safely i.e. no high heels, fashion boots or slip-ons.

Awe and wonder! Measuring teddy!

For P.E: Children need plimsolls, tee-shirt, shorts, jogging bottoms, jumper and trainers in a bag which can be kept in school. P.E bags are available from the school office at the address above. Jewelry must not be worn in school; Children with pierced ears are requested to wear studs only and not rings. Please note that for PE, ear studs must be removed or covered with tape provided by parents. Children whose parents allow them to wear watches must remove these for P.E. and wet/messy activities. PLEASE CLEARLY NAME ALL ITEMS OF CLOTHING – INCLUDING PLIMSOLS AND SHOES.

Transport Children from Sea Palling and Waxham are provided with free transport by the Local Authority. We expect children to behave in a sensible manner on the bus, and not to be a danger to themselves or others. Bad behaviour can 18 result in a child being banned from the bus on a temporary or a permanent basis. Application forms for transport can be obtained from the school office.

Fun outside! HICKLING HUNNIES PLAYGROUP The playgroup meets every morning in the Mobile situated on the school grounds: 8.45 am – 11.45 am and 11.45 am – 2.45 pm Monday and Wednesday Busy Bees - 9.00 am – 12.00 noon Tuesday 9.00am – 12.00 noon - Thursday www.hicklinghunnies.webs.com

Children from two years old are very welcome to join the group. The playgroup is funded separately from the school. Children receive 5 funded sessions per week from the term following their 3rd birthday. Two year old funding may also be available some some families. Please enquire directly with Preschool for current session fees and funding applications. Tuesday sessions are for Busy Bees (children starting school the following September). The playgroup is registered with OFSTED and has its own brochure which is available to parents on request.

Awarded ‘GOOD’ in ALL areas at Ofsted Inspection Jan 2015.

We feel that playgroup provides a very safe and secure supported learning environment for the children prior to starting school. The Early Years Teacher is closely involved with the Playgroup which ensures easy passage of children into school.

Playgroup fees are £8.00 per session and £2 for lunch

Fully qualified staff Holders of the ‘Norfolk Quality Assurance Certificate’ Further information is available from: Playgroup Supervisor – Rachel Dawson Tel: 01692 598537

And from the website: www.hicklinghunnies.webs.com

Treasure Box Childminding The Treasure Box is located close to School, in a detached house; and we are devoted to providing quality childcare for families in Hickling and the surrounding Broadland area.

We work closely with families to fulfil the needs of all the children in our care, from birth upwards. Treasure Box Childminding also provides out of hours care for local School children and we are able to take children to Hickling school in the morning and/or collect them in the afternoon. We work closely with the School and families, to ensure smooth transitions between home, School and childcare.

We are OFSTED registered and supported by Quality Development Workers from the Norfolk Childminding Network. We regularly attend training provided by Norfolk County Council and Childminding Matters.

Treasure Box Childminding is run in a home environment, with a well-equipped playroom and purpose built outdoor area. Children have access to a wealth of play resources, books and crafts. The playroom has its own WC, comfy corner and dining area. Parents have said we are “a fantastic caring, educational, safe setting”, “with all the fun, games, love and cuddles they could wish for”.

If you are looking for childcare for children below school age, we do offer the Government Funded Free Early Learning and Childcare for all children over the age of 3 years, eligible 2 year olds and full day care for all ages.

Childcare is currently available from 7:30am until 5:30pm. Please contact us if you require childcare outside these hours, we will probably be able to accommodate you.

Please contact: Louise Lawson The Treasure Box The Green Hickling NR12 0XN 01692 598291 [email protected] www.andlou.com

Sutton Church of England Infant School

Denise Close, Off Laxfield Road, Sutton, Norfolk. NR12 9QP Tel/Fax: 01692-580608 Email: [email protected] www.sutton.norfolk.sch.uk

The history of a school in Sutton can be traced back in our first log book when ‘Sutton Mixed School was opened by the Bishop of Norwich on 10th January 1873’. Sutton Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School was opened in 1975 and became Sutton C.E.V.C. Infant School in September 2007. Although our school has over 100 years of history, we are fortunate in having a light, modern building to work in and spacious playing fields.

School times 8.50am to 12 noon 1pm to 3pm

World Book Day Easter bonnets!

Arrival in the morning The school gates open at 8.30am and there are 2 members of staff on the yard to supervise the children. The bell goes for the children to line up at 8:45am. All children must be in school by 8.50am when the register is taken. Parents of YR children are welcome to bring children into school until the spring term when we encourage children to come in on their own in readiness for Y1. Parents of Y1 and Y2 children are asked to say goodbye on the playground.

Parents are welcome to join the children for collective worship in the hall every Monday at 9am and for our celebration assembly in the hall on Fridays every week at 9.00am.

We have lots of visitors come into our school.

At the end of the day Lessons finish at 3pm so children will be leaving classrooms shortly after that. Parents wait in the playground and staff will stay with the children until they have been collected.

Defeating the dragon on St George’s Day School uniform Children appreciate having the choice of red or green and the school logo, displayed on the sweatshirts was designed by the children in 2007. Items of clothing incorporating the school logo can be purchased from T.

Our school uniform is as follows: -  a red or green sweatshirt, jumper or cardigan  a white shirt or polo shirt  black or grey skirt, trousers or shorts (not jeans or tracksuits)  red or green check school dress  sensible, single colour shoes or trainers

Children are encouraged to have bare feet or plimsolls for indoor PE lessons. P.E. kit should be stored in a bag that is easily recognisable and kept on the child’s personal coat hook. P.E. kit should include: -  a single colour T-shirt (preferably white)  single colour shorts (preferably navy or black)  plimsolls  trainers for outdoor PE  some warmer items (jogging trousers/sweatshirt) for outdoor activities  earrings must be removed or taped over during P.E. activities. In line with Health and Safety guidance hoop or ‘dangly’ earrings should not be worn in school at any time.

PLEASE ENSURE THAT ALL ITEMS OF CLOTHING ARE CLEARLY MARKED WITH YOUR CHILD'S NAME. Uniform can be obtained through Tesco’s using the following address: tesco.com/ues

Using our wonderful outside area for learning