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For a list of Stoborough School Policies see About Our School
Alternatively just click here…
We’ve had our own amazing arts week at Stoborough in preparation for Purbeck Arts Week – have a look at their website!
Equality at Stoborough School - take a look at our objectives by clicking on the link. Further information is available in the School Office.
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Dates For Your Diary
Friday 1 June - Diamond Jubilee party
Wednesday 27 June – Sports Day
Friday 13th – Olympics Celebration
Thursday 19th July – Last day of term
INSET days – Friday 20th July and Monday 23rd July 2012
Term Dates
To view the current term dates Click Here…
Becoming a Primary School
In September 2012 Stoborough First School will become a Primary School following the Local Authority decision to move from a three tier education system to a two tier – Primary and Secondary – system.
We are working the Diocese and Local Authority to make the changes to our School and will be welcoming two new teachers in the near future to teach our new Year 5 (September 2012) and Year 6 (September 2013) classes. Parent Forums will continue to be held to discuss your comments but please feel welcome to discuss any issues you may have with our Acting Head Teacher, Miss Corbin.
The School/Parent Partnership – Working Together for Your Child
As parents or guardians, you are welcome to arrange to talk with the teachers and the head teacher at anytime during the School year. We rely on a trusting partnership with parents and guardians so that we can work together to provide the best for your child.
There are formal times thorough the year where you can expect feedback on your child’s progress and have the chance to discuss any particular aspect of interest or concern.
Open days are planned during the year to allow parents to watch activities and look children’s work.
To download and view the agreement Click Here…
Assessment of Progress
Children in Reception class are assessed using the Foundation Stage Profile. These assessments are made through observations and cover a range of areas of a child’s development including language, mathematical, physical and social abilities.
Teachers assess children’s learning on a regular basis and use this information to inform their planning. Progress is continually assessed and these assessments are used to track and monitor their progress through the school.
Standard Assessment Tasks (SATs) and Teacher Assessment take place in Years 2 and 6. Children in Year 1 receive Teacher Assessment whilst children in Years 3, 4 and 5 receive Teacher Assessment and optional SATs. The SATs measure what all children can do when they answer the same questions. Teacher Assessment measures pupils’ progress over time. We endeavour to integrate SATs into our normal routine as much as possible so that children do not become anxious.
Attendance
Schools are required to publish an absence return for authorised/ unauthorised absences. Parents need to advise the School of reasons for any absences. We are keen to work with parents to ensure attendance is the best it can be and to make sure that each child has the opportunity of attending School during term time.
Timetable
Children can be dropped off at School from 8.35am. The School day starts at 8.45am when they will assemble in their classrooms. Pick up is from 3.05pm at the front of the School where children will be allowed to leave the care of the teacher once a parent/carer has been identified.
If for any reason you are delayed collecting your child, please telephone the school office as we can then make arrangements for your child to be looked after until you arrive to collect him/her.
For a typical timetable for the School day Click Here…
Lunches
We have our own canteen serving hot lunches each day. Meals must be booked in advance.
For a typical menu Click Here…
If parents supply a packed lunch we ask parents to cooperate with us in the following ways:
To pack food in a lidded container with the child’s full name on it.
To avoid providing non-healthy foods such as chocolate and sweets.
To place drinks in non breakable/leakproof containers.
Fizzy drinks are not allowed. Drinking water is available throughout the day.
Uniform
We have a red and grey uniform. All items need to be clearly labelled with your child’s name. 100+ red jumpers without names can cause confusion! A lost property box is kept in school.
Girls:
Cardigan/Sweatshirt – Red with logo
Blouse – White
Skirt/ Trousers – Grey
Summer Dress – Red & White Check
Boys:
Sweatshirt – Red with logo
Shirt – White/Grey
Trousers – Grey
Optional Tie – Grey with Red Stripes
Red school sweatshirts and red Fleece Jackets with embroidered logo are available from school.
PE Kit – Boys and Girls
White T-shirts & red shorts, socks, plimsolls. (T-shirts with the school logo & shorts are available from school)
PE bag with drawstring (bags with the school logo are available from school)
Red book bag with School logo available from the school
Art and Craft
An old shirt with elastic in the sleeves is ideal
Parent Helpers
We welcome offers of help from parents who would like to work alongside teachers and teaching assistants within the classroom and during after school clubs. Children benefit greatly from the chance to interact with a wide range of people and staff always value parental help.
Please note all volunteers/ helpers are subject to satisfactory CRB clearance.
Parent Forum
The aim of the Parent Forum is for both the School and parents to openly discuss ideas and make comments on topics of interest. Recent topics have included the transition from a First School to a Primary School, the approach to reporting and the School Ethos.
The summary is sent out to all parents. All parents/guardians with children at Stoborough can attend Forum meetings. Items of a sensitive or confidential nature will not be discussed in the Forum.
Parent Teacher Association
Stoborough PTA is an active Committee of parents and teachers who support and fund raise for the school.
Fundraising has recently provided:
An adventure play trail
A screen and digital projector for the School hall
Support funding for the swimming pool
Books for book club and gardening supplies for gardening activities
Many thanks to all who helped us at our recent events!
The next event is: the May Ball followed by the Jubilee and Olympic celebrations
Contact the PTA Chair via the School Office.
Complaints Procedure
As a requirement of the Education Reform Act 1988, the Local Authority has a policy for the consideration of complaints about the actions of Governing Bodies and Local Authorities in respect of the school curriculum and related matters. If you do have a complaint please see your teacher or the head teacher in the first instance. To see the complaints procedure Click Here…
OFSTED
Ofsted is the “Office for Standards in Education, children’s services and skills”. Ofsted regulates and inspects schools to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people and in education and skills for learners of all ages.
Ofsted have recently launched their Parent View site where you can give your views on your child’s School. To view the questionnaire click
on the link Ofsted Website.
Before and After School
Stoborough offers after school clubs at different times of the year; including gymnastics, football, mixed sports, art, choir and drama, book club and gardening. For ‘early birds’ and a filling breakfast please register with the School to attend our new breakfast club. We also have links with the ‘before and after’ School club at PrimeTimeKidsClub based in Wareham – please see their website for more details about an amazing range of activities and fun events.
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