Getting ready for school
Starting primary school can be daunting for you and your child, but it marks the start of an exciting new chapter. Before you know it, your child will be making friends, learning new skills, and becoming increasingly independent.
Getting ready to start school:
Take your child for walks; play in the garden or the park.
Help your child to use a knife and fork.
Teach them how to do up zips and buttons.
Independence – encourage children to peel their own fruit, put on their own coat and get dressed themselves.
Allow your child to take risks and be aware of their own limitations.
Show your child how to wash their hands effectively and talk about why this is important.
Encourage your child to mix with other children and adults and to share their toys.
The documents below are not a requirement for starting school but they can be downloaded and printed to help pupils prepare for their start date.
“Effective Pastoral Support: The pastoral team provides good support for vulnerable pupils, helping them stay safe and enjoy healthy relationships.“
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“Focus on Reading: There is a strong emphasis on teaching reading, with high-quality training for teachers and effective support for pupils who need extra help.“
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“Pupils Enjoy School: Pupils are enthusiastic about their lessons and enjoy attending school.“
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“Supportive and Safe Environment: Pupils feel safe, understand that bullying is rare, and know that adults are there to help if needed.“
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“Broad Curriculum: Leaders provide a broad range of subjects, which are well-planned, helping pupils remember what they learn.“
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“Calm and Orderly Environment: The school environment is described as calm and orderly, with good behavior from pupils.“
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“Engaged and Resilient Pupils: Pupils listen carefully, focus well on their activities, are keen to join discussions, and demonstrate resilience when facing difficulties.“
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“High Expectations from Leaders: School leaders have high expectations, understand what needs to improve, and staff work well together to share ideas and support each other.“
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“Strong Early Years Provision: The early years provision is effective, with strong relationships between adults and pupils, a well-organized environment, and activities that enthuse children.“
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“Extra-curricular Activities: Extra-curricular clubs are well attended, and pupils regularly go on school trips that enhance their classroom learning.“
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“Ambitious for SEND Pupils: Leaders are ambitious for pupils with special educational needs, ensuring they receive good support and achieve well.“
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“Effective Safeguarding: Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with staff understanding their responsibilities and providing good support for vulnerable pupils.“
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