Our Caring School
Parents of prospective pupils can visit the school by first making an appointment with the Headteacher.
Reception class children will be invited to spend three afternoons in school during the term preceding entry. These are usually three Monday afternoons during the second half of the term before entry.
The School, which is a Church of England Voluntary Aided School, comes under the Buckinghamshire County Council. It is situated in a beautiful rural village in the Chiltern Hills and caters for children from 4+ to seven years of age. At present the School has three classes, one for Reception Year children (4-5 year olds), one for Year 1 children (5-6), and one for Year 2 children (6-7).
Starting time for part-time pupils: Part-time children (ie those born between 1st January and 31st August) attend from 9am to 12 o?clock.
A COMMUNITY SCHOOL
As a Community School great emphasis is put on encouraging the active involvement of the village in school life. Parental help in the school is warmly welcomed, including working in the classrooms and participation in a thriving PTA. All parents of present pupils are automatically members of the PTA and are encouraged to participate on sub-committees to manage various events throughout the year. Events include an annual summer fete, and social gatherings such as a quiz night, dinner dance, etc.
No-Smoking School Policy: Smoking is not allowed on the school premises ? buildings and play areas. The No-Smoking Policy applies to all visitors to the school. No-Smoking signs are displayed to reinforce our No-Smoking Policy. A copy of this policy is placed on the school notice board.
WELFARE
All children bring packed lunches and are supervised by lunchtime supervisors and teachers, including the Headteacher.
If medication prescribed by a doctor is required by a child, parents must sign a form for administration of medicine stating the required dosage. Inhalers for asthma are stored in a safe and central place accessible to all staff. Children's medication should be clearly marked with the child's name and include the dispensing leaflet.
Parents are asked to keep us fully updated on all telephone numbers, both home and work day time numbers, so they can be contacted should the need arise.
PASTORAL CARE
The class teacher is responsible for the care and welfare of the children in that class. The child will meet other teachers and adults throughout the week. Frequent discussion takes place so the class teachers are kept informed of children's behaviour and general welfare.
At our school, the health, safety and well-being of every child are our paramount concern. We listen to our pupils and take seriously what they tell us. Our aim is that children will enjoy their time as pupils in this school. We want to work in partnership with you to help your child to achieve their full potential and make a positive contribution. On rare occasions our concern about a child may mean that we have to consult other agencies even before we contact you. The procedures, which we follow, have been laid down by the Buckinghamshire Area Child Protection Committee, and the school has adopted a Child Protection Policy in line with this for the safety of all. If you want to know more about our procedures or the policy, please speak to the Headteacher or your child?s class teacher.
DISCIPLINE AND BEHAVIOUR
Great emphasis is laid on the use of courtesy and consideration by all members of the School. School rules are kept to a minimum and the children are expected to behave in a manner that is both sensible and kind at all times. If any child indulges in behaviour that gives rise to real concern, the parents are consulted and a joint plan of action is formulated. All parents are issued with a copy of the school?s Behaviour Policy.
Reception class children will be invited to spend three afternoons in school during the term preceding entry. These are usually three Monday afternoons during the second half of the term before entry.
The School, which is a Church of England Voluntary Aided School, comes under the Buckinghamshire County Council. It is situated in a beautiful rural village in the Chiltern Hills and caters for children from 4+ to seven years of age. At present the School has three classes, one for Reception Year children (4-5 year olds), one for Year 1 children (5-6), and one for Year 2 children (6-7).
Starting time for part-time pupils: Part-time children (ie those born between 1st January and 31st August) attend from 9am to 12 o?clock.
A COMMUNITY SCHOOL
As a Community School great emphasis is put on encouraging the active involvement of the village in school life. Parental help in the school is warmly welcomed, including working in the classrooms and participation in a thriving PTA. All parents of present pupils are automatically members of the PTA and are encouraged to participate on sub-committees to manage various events throughout the year. Events include an annual summer fete, and social gatherings such as a quiz night, dinner dance, etc.
No-Smoking School Policy: Smoking is not allowed on the school premises ? buildings and play areas. The No-Smoking Policy applies to all visitors to the school. No-Smoking signs are displayed to reinforce our No-Smoking Policy. A copy of this policy is placed on the school notice board.
WELFARE
All children bring packed lunches and are supervised by lunchtime supervisors and teachers, including the Headteacher.
If medication prescribed by a doctor is required by a child, parents must sign a form for administration of medicine stating the required dosage. Inhalers for asthma are stored in a safe and central place accessible to all staff. Children's medication should be clearly marked with the child's name and include the dispensing leaflet.
Parents are asked to keep us fully updated on all telephone numbers, both home and work day time numbers, so they can be contacted should the need arise.
PASTORAL CARE
The class teacher is responsible for the care and welfare of the children in that class. The child will meet other teachers and adults throughout the week. Frequent discussion takes place so the class teachers are kept informed of children's behaviour and general welfare.
At our school, the health, safety and well-being of every child are our paramount concern. We listen to our pupils and take seriously what they tell us. Our aim is that children will enjoy their time as pupils in this school. We want to work in partnership with you to help your child to achieve their full potential and make a positive contribution. On rare occasions our concern about a child may mean that we have to consult other agencies even before we contact you. The procedures, which we follow, have been laid down by the Buckinghamshire Area Child Protection Committee, and the school has adopted a Child Protection Policy in line with this for the safety of all. If you want to know more about our procedures or the policy, please speak to the Headteacher or your child?s class teacher.
DISCIPLINE AND BEHAVIOUR
Great emphasis is laid on the use of courtesy and consideration by all members of the School. School rules are kept to a minimum and the children are expected to behave in a manner that is both sensible and kind at all times. If any child indulges in behaviour that gives rise to real concern, the parents are consulted and a joint plan of action is formulated. All parents are issued with a copy of the school?s Behaviour Policy.