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a message from the headteacher and chair of governors welcome to binstead primary school this prospectus provides details about the school our aims organisation curriculum facilities and accommodation extra curricular activities and general information binstead primary school is a learning community that aims to provide the best possible education for everyone within a happy welcoming and challenging environment binstead is a lively hardworking and caring community school which is recognised as outstanding by ofsted january 2008 and extended following an interim assessment march 2011 this judgement is validated annually by the school improvement partner we welcome your questions and comments and try to encourage openness and honesty in our school life whatever gifts a child has we work to make sure that every one will achieve their full potential within a caring school community we look forward to meeting you and your child helen m flynn headteacher alison whittle lea governor page 1[close]
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contents a message from the head teacher and chair of governors contents school vision and aims school information the school day absence from school school premises and security organisation of the school how to apply for your child to be admitted to the school clothing requirements the national curriculum how do we organise learning curriculum statement how well are we achieving religious education re sex relationship education curriculum and other information complaints about curriculum general complaints special education needs sen gifted/able and talented children gat equal opportunities accessibility sport and recreation the arts collective acts of worship and assemblies assessment knowing about your childs progress how can i be involved in my childs education parents rights and responsibilities helping at home helping at school communications what else can your child do at binstead education visits and visitors music tuition clubs adult clubs personal safety road safety awareness and cycle safety citizenship staff 2010/11 governors professional development behaviour policy rewards and penalties rules charging policy payment for goods and services safety in school health and safety medical service medicines attendance links with the community friends of binstead school glossary financial statement term dates for the year 2010/11 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 6 7 8 9 9 9 11 11 11 12 12 12 13 13 14 14 14 15 15 16 15 16 16 17 17 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 19 20 21 21 22 23 23 24 24 24 25 25 25 26 26 27 28 page 2[close]
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mission learning together through fun and challenge principles our school community is committed to the following principles they are reviewed annually during the summer term every child is our main priority we value each individual and are committed to honesty respect and responsibility we provide the best possible education for everyone within a safe happy welcoming and challenging environment we inspire every child to enjoy school and achieve challenging educational standards we enable every child to have confidence and high self esteem along with good personal and social skills we promote a safe and healthy lifestyle for lifelong wellbeing we maintain and develop partnerships and links encouraging every child to actively contribute to the local and wider community we utilise the school and its wider environment to promote and inspire lifelong learning using resources effectively and efficiently to ensure maximum educational benefit page 3[close]
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school information address binstead primary school hazlemere avenue binstead ryde po33 3sa binsteadpri@lineone.net www.binsteadpri.iow.sch.uk 01983 562341 fax 01983 611378 email web site telephone binstead school is classed as a community primary school it caters for children aged 4 to 10 years 4-11 from september 2011 and is maintained on behalf of the secretary of state for education by the isle of wight education authority the education office is located at county hall newport 01983 821000 and the director of childrens services is mr colin peak the school has achieved the following accolades basic skills quality mark2 2008 healthy schools award enhanced 2008 ofsted outstanding 2008 fa charter standard 2009 sports active mark 2010 double star travel plan 2010 eco-school bronze award ofsted interim assessment outstanding 2011 learning centre status 2011 arrangements can be made for parents to see copies of statutory instruments or circulars sent to the school by the department of education school policy documents are also available at the school office page 4[close]
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the school day reception and years 1 2 morning afternoon years 3 4 morning afternoon years 5 and 6 morning afternoon arrival and departure 8.55am 12.00am 1.00pm 3.10pm 8.55am 12.15pm 1.00pm 3.10pm 8:55 am 12.25pm 1:00pm 3:10pm children need to arrive in school at about 8.50am and should not arrive before 8.45am unless the children are attending the early birds club which starts at 7.45am children should go directly to their classroom and they will be registered at 8.55am parents may stay with their children and work along side them on their early morning task until registration lessons finish at 3:10pm up to year 4 all children must be collected by an adult if there is to be a change of the adult collecting a child then school must be informed children should not be collected by anyone under the age of 13 years from year 4 particularly the summer term parents start to allow children to independently walk home or to an agreed meeting point school must be informed in writing if a child is to leave school unaccompanied mobile phones only children arriving at or leaving school unaccompanied should have a mobile phone in school on arrival in class phones should be given to the teacher for safekeeping until the end of the school day parents should remind children not to give their mobile number to others break times morning break time 15 minutes pupils may bring a portion of dried or fresh fruit or vegetable to eat at morning break year r 1 and 2 children receive free fruit as part of a government initiative to encourage healthy eating habits we ask that no other type of food is provided for this time in the day milk can be ordered at break-time order forms are available from the school office children under 5 years of age receive free milk lunch times children may have a school dinner bring a packed lunch or go home for lunch school dinners are currently priced at £1.75 per day subject to termly review we ask that all dinner money be sent into class on a monday in an envelope or tub marked with the childs name you may also pay half termly or termly and by cheque those receiving income support are entitled to free school meals and milk further details are available from the school administrator those bringing packed lunches are asked to have their boxes clearly named we would ask that parents send their child with a healthy lunch not including glass bottle fizzy drinks sweets or any product containing nuts in order to protect those of our children who suffer from extreme allergic reactions to nuts lunchtime ancillary staff all of whom hold a first-aid certificate supervise the children while they eat and play during the lunch hour there are organised games with our play leader a senior member of staff is always on duty at lunchtime page 5[close]
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water is available at all times drinking water is filtered through charcoal in porcelain filters and dispensed at room temperature or cooled water bottles are available for £1.50 from the school office they are dishwasher proof and new tops can be purchased for £0.15 we ask that only these bottles are used as they fit our dispensers and avoid spillages children are allowed to refill their bottles as they wish and must take bottles home nightly for washing absence from school if your child has to be away for any reason we need to know in order to meet legal requirements please telephone the school between 8.45am and 9.30am on the first morning of absence on your childs return please send a note of confirmation please do not send your child to school if he or she is unwell family holidays should be taken within the school holidays rather than term time in exceptional circumstances parents must complete an application for authorisation of absence forms for this are available from the office authorised absence can not exceed ten school days we aim for a 95 attendance and reward children achieving 100 half termly where attendance falls below 90 the situation is monitored by the education welfare officer school premises and security the main entrance has a security code the school is fenced all round and gates which are locked between 9:05 and 3:05pm prevent access by the public to the playgrounds fields and classroom doors anyone entering the school during the day can only use the main front door which is manned steps have been taken to keep pedestrians and traffic apart particularly at the start and end of the day the school has a travel plan working group to improve travel to and from school many children use scooters walk or cycle to and from school or at least part of the way we have covered cycle and scooter racks the organisation of the school there are around 240 children in the school arranged into 9 classes within and across classes children may be grouped by ability for specific curriculum areas as well as the teachers other adults work with the children and around the school these include teaching assistants special needs teachers and visiting specialists mealtime supervisory assistants the caretaker and catering staff they all work together as a team and help to ensure that the school is a good place in which to learn also we value volunteer helpers in school we foster links with other primary schools playgroups and secondary schools to ensure continuity and to make transfers as smooth as possible children will transfer to secondary schools at the end of year 6 page 6[close]
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how to apply for your child to be admitted to the school children can be admitted to binstead in the september following their fourth birthday this means if your child is four between 1 september 2011 and 31 august 2012 they can start school in september 2012 if you wish or later in the school year after consultation with the headteacher binstead has an admissions number of 30 for september 2011 and children are allocated places in line with the admissions criteria which you will find in the local education authoritys leawebsite and information booklet educating your child you will receive a copy of this booklet along with an application form for admission in september 2011 from your childs pre-school or you can contact school admissions direct during september at school admissions education and community development directorate county hall newport isle of wight po30 1ud 01983 823455 school.admissions@iow.gov.uk it is very important that the completed form is returned to school admissions at the above address not the school visits are arranged for children who are due to start school these are held during the latter half of the summer term before entry parents are always welcome to visit the school in order to assess the opportunities provided for their child and should contact the school for an appointment parents are invited to inspire sessions prior to and during reception year in order to familiarise themselves with the school develop an understanding of the ways in which their children will be taught during their first year and to learn how best to support their children parents who wish their child to transfer to a different school during the school year must contact school admissions at county hall on the above number for an application form children remain in binstead primary school until the end of year 6 age 11 transport to and from school free transport may be provided for children who attend their priority area primary school and live more than 2 miles from the school application forms are available from the school office and after completion should be returned to school admissions at the address above page 7[close]
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what are the clothing requirements we request that all pupils wear the school uniform this gives a sense of belonging and equality we value a smart and tidy appearance school uniform royal blue fleece for coming to or from school royal blue school v necked sweatshirt with logo light blue short sleeved shirt or blouse grey/black trousers acceptable for boys and girls grey skirt/pinafore summer blue white checked dress shoes should be practical and sensible no trainers or flip flops please pe and games a pe bag drawstring bags are ideal containing royal blue shorts white school or plain round necked tee shirt track suit or jogging bottoms and warm top crucial for key stage 2 who do outdoor pe in most weather conditions trainers or black plimsolls football boots and shin pads are essential when playing school matches sun hats in school colours logo are available from the school please put a name on every item and make sure name remains visible over the year jewellery plain stud earrings may be worn but your child must be able to remove them independently for pe in the interests of safety and security no other jewellery is allowed you can buy uniform clothing from kids co high street ryde and most high street retail stores uniform bearing the school name is available only from kids and co page 8[close]
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curriculum time of sessions foundation stage yr r key stage 1 yr 1 and yr 2 key stage 2 yr 3 and yr 4 key st 2 years 5 and 6 school assembly class star pupil assembly key stage or class assemblies morning break 8:55am 12:00pm 8:55am 12:00pm 8:55am 12:15pm 8:55am-12:25pm 9.00am 9.15am 9.00am 9.15am 10:30 am 10:45am 15 minutes 1:00pm 3:10pm 1:00pm 3.10pm 1:00pm 3.10pm 1:00pm 3:10pm mon friday wednesday tuesday or thursday nb reception class pupils will take breaks as and when their teachers judge they are needed time available for teaching excluding daily worship registration and breaks foundation stage key stage 1 key stage 2 yr 3 and 4 key stage 2 yr 5 and 6 22 23 23 24 hours hours hours hours and and and and 50 05 45 45 minutes minutes minutes minutes per per per per week week week week we meet the requirements of the dfe curriculum guidance for the foundation stage the national curriculum 2000 the isle of wight agreed syllabus for re and the aims of the school curriculum statement what are we trying to achieve the curriculum at binstead aims to enable all pupils to become successful learners who enjoy learning make progress and achieve confident individuals who are able to lead safe and healthy lives responsible citizens who make a positive contribution to society and achieve economic well being our focus for learning is on attitudes and attributes eg determined adaptable confident risk-taking enterprising skills eg literacy numeracy ict personal learning and thinking skills knowledge and understanding eg big ideas that change and shape the world and subject specific areas such as science history geography art design technology music pe re foreign languages how do we organise learning we view the curriculum as an entire planned learning experience underpinned by our mission and principles all staff are responsible for childrens learning particularly in basic skills and attitudes components of the curriculum include lessons a range of locations within and outside of school the very rich local and wider environment page 9[close]
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events visits and visitors routines clubs and other extended hours activities learning approaches a range of approaches including enquiry active and practical learning inclusiveness so that differentiation is appropriate in tune with knowledge of how pupils learn building on learning from beyond school utilising very strong community links matching time to learning needs taking risks and working to the edge of the comfort zone using a range of audiences and purposes giving opportunities for learner choice and personalisation much pupil learning is developed through overarching themes that provide relevant learning contexts themes are balanced over a school year so that there is a focus on three of four curriculum areas every three to four weeks themes and focus areas for each class are shared with parents at termly parent teacher planning meetings with parent and pupil ideas for development of themes encouraged themes include areas of significance for individuals and society such as cultural diversity healthy lifestyles enterprise sustainable futures global dimension technology and the media creativity and critical thinking basic skills discretely taught initially on a daily basis include:use of phonics in reading and spelling grammar and comprehension writing including presentation counting calculation ict pe and healthy lifestyles foundation stage curriculum covers communication language and literacy creative development knowledge and understanding of the world mathematical development personal social and emotional development physical development our foundation stage leader jane wilford is an advanced skills teacher and is used by the local authority to provide support for other schools key stage 1 years 1 and 2 and key stage 2 years 3 4 5 and 6 art and design citizenship design and technology english geography history ict mathematics modern foreign language music physical education personal social and health education religious education science page 10[close]
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how do we know how well we are doing assessment we use assessment to fit purpose to make learning and teaching more effective so that learners understand quality and how to improve is ongoing throughout learning experiences and is integral to effective teaching and learning draws on a wide range of evidence of pupils learning promotes a broad and engaging curriculum maximises pupils progress gives helpful feedback for the learner teachers and parents helps identify clear targets for improvement links to national standards informs future planning and teaching uses tests and tasks as benchmark points develops self and peer assessment we hold ourselves accountable through attainment and standards compared with other schools locally and nationally behaviour and attendance records community participation healthy lifestyle choices tracking pupils progress including through the next phases of their education we believe that we our approach to the curriculum enables children to learn together through fun and challenge we self evaluate through our sef which is validated termly by our schools improvement partner who reports to the local authority religious education re we aim to ensure that children are aware of the importance of religious beliefs and practices in the lives of individuals and communities and that they develop a questioning respect for those beliefs and practices we follow the isle of wight agreed syllabus re teaching is non-denominational and children learn about beliefs and practices in christianity judaism and islam pupils may also learn about customs in other traditions they also consider secular celebrations local clergy and visits to local places of worship enrich our work parents have the right to withdraw their children from re if any parent wishes to exert this right they must inform the headteacher in writing sex and relationship education sex and relationship education is about developing positive attitudes and values becoming confident in personal and social skills and gaining knowledge and understanding of the ways we relate to other people safely happily and responsibly we consider parents to be the key figures in helping their children cope with the physical and emotional aspects of growing up and in preparing them for the experiences challenges and responsibilities which sexual maturity brings the school recognises its responsibility and our teaching seeks to be complimentary and supportive to the role of parents sex education in school is part of our response to the childrens questions our personal social and health education our integrated studies and themed work science education i page 11[close]
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parents have the right to withdraw their children from sex education except for those parts identified in the national curriculum science which is statutory parents should contact the headteacher if they wish to do so parents are invited to participate in regular policy reviews full policy and guidelines are available upon request from the school office curriculum and other information as required by the education reform act 1988 the following papers and documents about curriculum and related matters are held at the school and are available to parents and others for inspection copies taken away may be charged for the authoritys statement of curriculum policy governors policy on sex and relationships education circulars and other papers from the department of education and science about the national curriculum and related matters schemes of work and syllabuses used in school the authoritys procedures for the consideration of complaints about the curriculum any published reports on the school by her majestys inspectorate it would be most helpful if parents wishing to see or acquire any of these papers would let the school know in advance so that arrangements can be made to have them available complaints about the curriculum the local education authority has drawn up a procedure as required by the education reform act 1988 to deal with any complaints by parents or others about the implementation of the national curriculum and religious worship in the schools or other matters concerned with the curriculum responsibilities of schools or the authority a copy of the complaints procedure is available in schools and at the education department county hall and in public libraries general complaints procedure the procedure for matters of concern and complaint is as follows should parents or guardians have matters of concern with regard to their childs education of welfare they are urged to contact the school so that the matter can be discussed and resolved parents/guardians should first contact the class teacher if after discussion with the class teacher there remains a matter of concern or complaint then the headteacher should be contacted if the matter cannot be resolved the chair of governors can then be contacted and if the matter remains unresolved it can be referred to the director of childrens services finally in cases of complaints where the matter cannot be resolved locally there is the right of appeal to the department for education dfe page 12[close]
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special educational needs sen the school has adopted the governments current code of practice for special needs as stated all children are valued regardless of their needs or behaviour and we aim to provide a successful high quality education in which all children can participate as learners the school welcomes pupils irrespective of their needs unless in a small number of eases the childs inclusion would be incompatible with the effective education of themselves or others special educational needs policy we aim to create an environment that meets the special educational needs of each child ensure that the special needs of children are identified assessed and provided for enable all children to have full access to all elements of the curriculum enable all children where possible to have full access to all elements of the school ensure parents are informed and able to support their childs education identify the roles and responsibilities of staff ensure that the child has a voice in the process and feels safe at school make clear the expectations of all partners in the process we value all children equally and try to ensure that each childs needs are met some children may have a significantly greater difficulty in learning than the majority of children of the same age some may have physical emotional or behavioural disabilities we aim to identify their special needs early so that we can make appropriate provision parents will be involved from a very early stage and we ask parents to let us know if they are concerned the process of identification and action is monitored and logged using the island agreed system if a child is having significant difficulty parents will be invited to attend regular reviews and will receive a copy of the individual education plan their child is working to some children will need additional support for a short period while a particular difficulty is resolved and some may need additional support for the duration of their education we aim to ensure as full as possible integration to the mainstream classroom with differentiated work and appropriate support as necessary we foster and maintain positive links with outside agencies and have regular visits from a member of the learning support team who works with us to ensure appropriate provision we have a special educational needs co-ordinator alison seal and a link sen governor sue harrison if prospective or new parents know or think that their child has special educational needs please inform the senco as soon as possible so that appropriate support can be discussed both the senco and the sen governor meet parents regularly through the parent partnership group we have access for wheelchairs and toilet and shower facilities for the disabled the schools full sen policy may be obtained from the school office regular monitoring and evaluation of this policy and its implementation is carried out by the schools senior leadership team and the sen governor who feeds back to the governing body the policy is reviewed annually in consultation with parents of children on the sen register gifted and talented children some children will be gifted or talented or of significantly higher general ability than other children of the same age we aim to identify their abilities early so that they can make full use of their potential and so that work can be differentiated to suit their needs and extend their progress they generally work within the mainstream classroom but opportunities are taken page 13[close]
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for them to work with others within and outside the school with similar abilities similarly outside teaching support will be sought if appropriate provision is deemed exemplary and we have a lead teacher for gifted and talented and aby hughes the g &t leader is a lead teacher used by the local authority to support other schools in their gat provision equal opportunities every member of the school is valued equally irrespective of their race gender sexuality background age or level of ability every child has an entitlement to equal access as far as is possible and participation in all aspects of school life as a community we recognise and value diversity of cultures languages religions opinions and beliefs in our society we seek to engender an atmosphere of respect and sensitivity so that at binstead we are all conscious of the needs of others both in school and in the wider community racial incidents there have been no reported racial incidents in 2009-2010 accessibility our accommodation is all on ground level and we have a disabled toilet and shower room teachers differentiate activities to cover the range of needs of all pupils our accessibility plan is incorporated into the school improvement plan it includes improving the physical environment of the school mainly ensuring that as areas are repainted consideration is given to needs of visually impaired eg contrasting colours for doors ensuring any redesigned areas allow wheelchair access and consider needs of other disabled users within our community improving delivery of written information as needed to respond to needs of families to include the development of large print information or other formats which respond to needs of current pupils and their families and their preferred means of communication using it where needed to support disabled pupils and those within our school community the school improvement plan incorporating the accessibility plan is available from the school office sport and recreation sport and recreation are viewed as an integral part of the development of the whole pupil and should enable the pupil to grow learn and develop confidence through a wide variety of physical activities including extra-curricular clubs and teams we aim to increase childrens knowledge self-esteem respect for others ability to co-operate and contribute and lead them to adopt a healthy lifestyle sport is taught as part of the curriculum as entitlement for all we have a playing field for our exclusive use two hard outdoor play areas a school hall with a good range of appropriate equipment and a studio for dance and drama visiting qualified coaches may be used particularly for tennis athletics golf and cricket staff have been trained to use top start top sport and top play and top dance the school participates in friendly sports matches with other local schools and in the annual cricket and dance festivals a sports day is held annually and parents and friends are welcome to watch the children compete for personal and house points there is an enthusiastic after school football club teams compete in a local league in friendly matches and in tournaments children are involved in island sports academies and events to foster particular talents page 14[close]
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