Lealholm Primary School Lealholm, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 2AG Welcome to Lealholm Primary School I do hope you will find this prospectus interesting and helpful. It gives important information about the school and has been set out so that it is easy to read and useful. Lealholm Primary School is a small and friendly place, with good relationships between staff, parents and the wider community. Staff and Governors seek to provide pupils with a wide variety of learning opportunities. We have high expectations of the children who attend our school and are rewarded by the good progress they make as they move through the school. We look forward to welcoming you to our school. Yours sincerely Mrs H Ward Headteacher 2 Contents Page 4 About our School Page 5 Our Vision Statement Page 6 Our Oaths Page 7 The Governing Body Page 8 The School Staff Page 9 Admissions Policy Page 10 Parents as Partners Page 10 Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum Page 10 The Foundation Stage Profile Page 11 The Curriculum Page 12 PSHCE – Personal, Social, Health & Citizenship Education Page 13 British Values Page 14 Equal Opportunities Page 15 Religious Education Page 15 Assembly Page 16 Complaints, Comments and Concerns Page 17 Assessment Page 17 The School Day Page 17 Termly and half-termly dates Page 17 Attendance, Leave of Absence Page 19 Internal Organisation Page 19 Homework Page 20 Pastoral Care Page 21 Code of Conduct Page 22 Child Protection Page 23 Special Educational Needs Page 23 Ethos of the School Page 24 Achievement Awards Page 25 Accidents & Illness Page 25 Medical Matters Page 26 School Uniform Page 27 Sun Safety Page 28 PE Page 28 Jewellery Page 29 School Meals Page 29 Fruit and Water in School Page 30 Charges for School Activities Page 30 Personal Insurance Page 31 Friends of Lealholm Primary School Page 31 Consultation with Parents Page 31 Reporting to Parents Page 31 Adult Volunteers in School 3 Page 32 Travelling to and from School Page 33 Transfer to Secondary School Page 34 Freedom of Information Act Page 34 Confidentiality Page 34 Useful Addresses Page 35 and Finally 4 About our School Lealholm Primary School is a small village school which aims to provide an environment which is both welcoming and open. We are part of the Yorkshire Endeavour Academy Trust (YEAT) The school is situated in the very attractive countryside of the North York Moors National Park, approximately 9 miles from Whitby and has a catchment area that includes Lealholm, Fryup dales and Houlsyke. The school premises comprise of two permanent classrooms, one for juniors and one for infants. There is also a library, ICT area, office, kitchen for cooking school meals, playground, a large playing field and a school garden. The adjoining school house provides an extra classroom for group work, a music room, toilet and staffroom. In September 2018 we federated with Castleton and Glaisdale Primary School and we share a Headteacher and Governing Body. For further information please see websites below: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 5 Yorkshire Endeavour Academy Trust (YEAT) Yorkshire Endeavour Academy Trust Airy Hill School Waterstead Lane Whitby YO21 1PZ Registered Number: 11024646 Telephone: 01947 602688 Website: www.yeat.co.uk Yorkshire Endeavour Academy Trust Inclusive, Innovative, Inspirational VISION We firmly believe in celebrating and preserving the diversity within our member academies, whilst ensuring that all of our people, pupils, staff, parents and carers have access to the very best opportunities, with real and effective tangible outcomes to enable them to exceed their expectations and fulfil their potential. AIMS AND VALUES The Endeavour MAT is a family of primary schools who believe that by learning and growing together we can: Ensure that all our children, regardless of their starting point, receive an outstanding education that prepares them for the world. Nurture a culture and climate of mutual respect. Be a safe and inclusive place for children. Create opportunities for all our staff to develop and shine. Whilst collaboration is at the core of our practice we believe that this works best when each school has a unique identity and place at the heart of their community. It is through our differences that we can challenge and support each other to do the best for our children. 6 Our Oaths We have asked parents to suggest experiences that they would like their child to have during their time at Lealhom School. We have also gathered suggestions from pupils, governors and staff, which have been used to create our twelve oaths. Explore the local area Be prepared for life in multicultural Britain Have regular outdoor learning experiences Visit a city Attend at least one extra-curricular club each year Improve their local environment or community Develop resilience Be prepared for the next stage of their journey Develop a love of reading Have a cultural experience Discover the heritage of our local area Be the best they can be. Our Vision Statement Lealholm School aspires to provide quality learning experiences which will be both challenging and rewarding for all our pupils and which will continue to raise standards in all areas. We seek to create a welcoming and caring environment that is also lively and stimulating. We recognise and value the progress and achievements children make. Children need to be happy and confident and to develop self-discipline in order to achieve their full potential. The school aims to provide a broad and balanced curriculum, which also promotes the pupil’s spiritual, moral, social and cultural development. We will also endeavour to provide equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work and to meet the needs of each pupil. Finally, the staff and governors value the best possible partnership between parents/carers and the wider community and recognise the importance of promoting the support they offer, to the benefit of all our pupils. 7 The Governing Body The Governing Body has a general responsibility for the effective management of the school, acting within the framework set by national legislation and by the policies of the Local Authority. The present Governing Body is as follows: Chair of Governors: Mrs J Kevan (Parent Governor) Vice-Chairman: Mrs R Denniff (Parent Govenor Parent Governors: (elected by parents of pupils registered at the school Mrs R J Kevan Mrs R Denniff Mr N Tindall Vacancy Headteacher: Mrs H Ward (Lealholm) Mrs K Hird (Castleton & Glaisdale) Teacher Governor: (elected by teachers at the school) Vacancy Co-opted Governors Mr D Medcalf Mrs E Sayer Mr R Beadnall Mr M Hollingworth Mr D King Mrs J Sinclair Clerk to the Governors: Mrs S Markham 8 Members of Staff Headteacher: Mrs H Ward Junior Teacher: Miss B Parkes Infant Teacher: Miss D Calver Science Teacher: Mrs R Scholey Teaching Assistants: Mrs Z Wood Mrs A Walsh Clerical Assistant: Mrs L Taylor Midday Supervisory Mrs A Walsh Assistants: Mrs G Perry School Cook: Mrs G Atkinson Cleaner in charge: Mrs S Story 9 ADMISSIONS POLICY We have so much to offer including: Small class sizes Regular outdoor learning opportunities as part of our ‘river schools’ provision A fabulous rural location (yet only a short drive from Whitby) Exciting sport provision including specialist sport, dance and cycling 1:1 ipads for all pupils Excellent links with local schools as part of Yorkshire Endeavour Academy Trust A caring and committed staff team We are always happy to give guided tours to any parent/carer who is interested in applying for a place. Please contact school to make an appointment. The Local Authority is in charge of managing the admissions process including all admissions to the school, whether you wish your child to start in September or whether you have moved into the area during the academic year. To apply for a place at Lealholm School, complete the online form on North Yorkshire County Council’s website https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/school-admissions If you have any questions please telephone the school office 01947 897401. Induction of new starters We make it high priority to develop early links with pre-school care, working with local pre-school providers to promote continuity and effective communication to ensure children have a positive experience during this transition stage. Information and booklets about starting school will be sent to parents in the term before admission. An informal meeting for parents of new starters will also be held to share information and discuss any questions or concerns parents may have. Parents will be requested to complete a school Admission Form for their child giving basic information i.e. emergency contact numbers, health details, etc., when the child starts school. Parents are also asked to inform the class teacher or Headteacher when personal circumstances occur which are likely to affect the child’s behaviour in school. All information is treated in the strictest confidence. 10 Parents as Partners Parents are the child’s first and most enduring educators. Where parents and the school work together, the results will have a positive impact on the child’s learning. Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum When children first start school they will have encountered a wide variety of experiences and will have developed a wide range of skills and interests. It is important that they have a well-planned and resourced curriculum that ensures their progress and gives them the correct ‘start’. This will underpin all future learning. The foundation curriculum is organised into seven areas of learning and development. Three Prime Areas: Communication and language Physical Development Personal, social and emotional development Four Specific Areas: Literacy Mathematics Understanding the world Expressive arts and design These seven areas ensure an appropriate curriculum that is stimulating but ordered, where the opportunities for active learning are purposefully planned.