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Learning how to fly together
Town Field Primary promotes high achievement
and
learning for life by working with children
to
become highly motivated lifelong learners
be flexible and adaptable for the modern
world
develop lively enquiring minds and a spirit
of curiosity
have high self esteem -respecting
themselves, others and the environment
be able to work independently and
collaboratively
achieve high standards in all areas of the
curriculum
become confident with technology
challenge themselves to do well
develop social skills
develop their creativity and unlock their creative
potential
be able to enjoy school and make friends
We believe that each child will succeed through
experiencing quality in:-
a broad and challenging curriculum
an enriching programme of extra-curricular activities and
visits
a stimulating learning environment
a rich up to date range of learning resources
innovative teaching and an investigative approach to
learning
learning partnerships between school, home and the
community
We demonstrate our commitment to working as a learning
community by
striving for continuous improvement in all that we do
working collaboratively towards common goals
respecting and listening to the views of everyone .
Town Field Primary School is a County Primary Co-Educational Day
School plus Nursery, which will provide facilities for all abilities in
the age range 3-11 years. The school has no religious affiliation.
Postal address: Town Field Primary School
Thorne Road
Doncaster DN1 2JS
Telephone No: 01302 368192
Fax Number: 01302 344098
Email Address:
admin@townfield.doncaster.sch.uk
Website:
www.townfield.doncaster.sch.uk
Headteacher: Helen Bellinger
Teaching Staff: Mr T Gage Deputy Head
Miss L Thomas Foundation Stage Manager
Miss H Brown
Mr J Bullock
Mrs B Collins
Miss L Eyre
Mrs S Fletcher
Miss C Green
Mrs S Hannan – Maternity Leave
Mrs M Johnson
Mrs N Marriott
Ms J Newsome
Mrs K O’Neill
Miss M Panghli
Mrs S Raven
Miss Nicola Simpson
Mrs C Smith
Miss C Stokes
Nursery Nurse: Mrs N Wilkinson
Office Manager Mrs L Storey Office Administrator Mrs E Morris
Finance Officer: Mrs J Callender Attendance Officer/SEN Mrs L Emery
Senior Admin Asst Mrs C Tate
Art Support Worker Mrs L Hughes
Learning Support Team Mrs S Taylor: Senior Team Leader
Team Leaders Mrs S Jubb, Mrs D Richardson
Ms S Arrowsmith, Mrs L Betts, Mrs T
Bray Mrs C Bucknell Mrs L Clover Mrs L
Coombs Mrs Griggs Mrs C Lindley, Mrs D
Murphy, Mr L Nicholson, Mrs K Peet Mrs L
Porter, Miss L Sharma-Stray Mrs S Smart,
Mrs P Stafford, Mrs L V Storey, Mrs L
Newsom, Mrs J Warren, Mrs J Bird, Mrs K
Warren
Caretaker: Mr P Field
Cook: Mrs S Hussey
Chair of Governors: Mr J Johnson
BOARD OF GOVERNORS
Mr J Johnson LA Governor (Chair)
Mrs H Bellinger Headteacher
Mr T Gage Deputy Head
Ms G Johnson Vice Chair
Mrs S Jubb Staff Governor
Mrs N Marriott Staff Governor
Mrs M Ashman Parent Governor
Mrs K Bateson Parent Governor
Mrs S Davies Parent Governor
Mrs J Halliwell Parent Governor
Mr M Jenkinson Parent Governor
Mrs S Stephenson Parent Governor
Mrs E Toban Parent Governor
Mr R Rimmington CommunityGovernor
Sgt S Butler Community Governor
Mr G Maud LA Governor
Mrs Lorraine Doherty LA Governor
Information about the items listed below and access to them
is available in school.
The LA.’s and the Governing Body’s statement of curriculum aims.
Statutory instruments (including orders for National Curriculum
subjects, circulars and administrative memoranda relating to powers and
duties under chapter 1 of the E.R.A. (the curriculum) which are sent to
schools by the Department).
Any published HMI reports which refer expressly to the school Schemes
of Work currently used by teachers in the school.
Any syllabus followed, whether for public exams or otherwise.
SCHOOL TIMES
RECEPTION AND KEY STAGE 1 KEY STAGE 2
Morning session: 8.55 am – 12 noon 8.55 am – 12.15 pm
Afternoon Session: 1.15 pm – 3.30 pm 1.15 pm – 3.30 pm
Teachers on duty blow the whistle at 8.55am when the children line up
and come into school. On wet days children may enter school and wait in
the main hall.
With the exception of new Reception children we ask
that parents say "goodbye" in the playground and allow the children to
come into school on their own. This is a great help in reducing the
numbers of people in the cloakroom and classroom areas at a very busy
time of day; more importantly however, it encourages your child to
become more responsible and independent. Similarly, at the end of each
day we would ask that you wait for your child in the playground.
ATTENDANCE
Regular attendance at school is obviously very
important. We would hope that as many children as possible will go
through school without a single absence. However, if your child is
absent from school for any reason, please let us know as soon as
possible either by telephone or a letter on the child’s return. The
school should be informed of any medical reasons why children should be
excused from P.E. activities. A copy of the Attendance Policy is
available from the school office.
PUNCTUALITY
The school day begins at 8.55am. It is important that
the children arrive in school on time so that they are in the classroom
when the day’s work is organised. If they do arrive late they should
report to the office to make the necessary arrangements for lunchtime.
School closes at 3.30pm and children should be collected punctually. If
parents who normally collect their children are unavoidably delayed,
then arrangements can be made to look after the child until the parent
arrives. Please try to contact us as soon as possible in the event of
any such delay.
APPOINTMENTS AND HOLIDAYS IN SCHOOL TIME
In line with the Danum pyramid of schools, holidays
are not permitted to be taken during the school term .If your family
holiday does not coincide with school holidays, please complete a
holiday form (available from school) and return it before the holiday.
This will then be recorded as unauthorised absence. Wherever possible,
medical and dental appointments should be arranged out of school hours;
where this is not possible we need to see either an appointment card or
receive a letter containing the appropriate details. If your child is
being collected from school please inform the class teacher or school
secretary immediately before the child leaves the premises. There have
been many changes in the law relating to attendance at school and unless
we receive a valid reason for any absence we are obliged to class the
child as being absent without authorisation. This must be recorded and
reported to parents in the prospectus. Our aim is to have no children
absent without authorisation and we rely on your help and co-operation
to achieve this.
ADMISSION OR TRANSFER TO SCHOOL
Any parent who is considering sending their child to
Town Field Primary School may arrange an appointment to visit the school
and see the Headteacher. Class teachers also welcome the chance to speak
to new and existing parents, and will always arrange a convenient time
at the end of the day to talk over any problems that may arise; it is
not always possible or convenient to speak to parents once the children
arrive in school. In an emergency the Headteacher or a senior member of
staff can be contacted. (See LA Admissions Policy).
ENTRY INTO RECEPTION
Parents whose children are due to begin school in our
Reception class in September should follow LA procedure. We will then be
in touch later to arrange visits into school as preparation for entry.
YEAR GROUPS
The year groups in school are referred to as follows: -
Nursery rising 4’s
Reception rising 5’s
Year 1 rising 6’s
Year 2 rising 7’s
Year 3 rising 8’s
Year 4 rising 9’s
Year 5 rising 10’s
Year 6 rising 11’s
PARENTS AND THEIR ROLE
In its widest sense education is a partnership
between many people; children, parents, teachers, governors, the local
community, the Local Education Authority and the Government. At Town
Field Primary we believe the most vital partnership is between the
child, the teacher and the parents if your child is to benefit fully
from the education we offer.
Parents can help in many ways: -
By sharing books and by reading to and with your
child.
By getting to know your school, the teaching staff
and our general aims and teaching methods.
By demonstrating your support and confidence in the
school when talking to your child.
We welcome parents into the school at all times and
are most grateful for help in the classrooms. Parents’ Evenings are held
at intervals throughout the year in addition to the Annual Parents’
Evening to meet the governors of the school. Parents are also invited
into school for special assemblies, concerts and fund-raising events.
PARENTS’ COMMITTEE
The school has as active Friends of Town Field
Primary School committee which aims to foster home/school relationships
by arranging social events and raising funds for a variety of projects
and educational visits. Naturally we hope that as many parents as
possible will take an active interest in this committee.
SPECIAL NEEDS
At Town Field Primary School we pride ourselves in the progress our
children make. Children whose progress is not as we would wish are
quickly identified and, with parental support, their needs are assessed.
Our Special Needs policy is under the direction of our Special Needs
Co-ordinator. Other procedures also exist within the Authority to
diagnose and provide for children who have Special Needs e.g. English as
a Second Language, Educational Psychological Service, Educational
Welfare and The Health Service.
We also have resources in school to draw up an
individual learning programme should this become necessary. Gifted
children are also recognised as having Special Needs. An approved
Special Needs Policy document is available and may be viewed by
appointment.
ASSEMBLIES
The school has no religious affiliation. Every child
is a valid member of our school. Religious Education, which is
non-denominational, is provided in assemblies and in the classroom
situation. Any parent who wishes their child to be withdrawn from
Religious Education or worship is asked to let the Headteacher know in
writing. Children will be given work to do during these times. It would
also be helpful if you could let us know of any other necessary
exemptions e.g. from parties etc. Whilst we embrace all cultures, our
educational field trips provide a vital part of our curriculum and it is
essential that all children take part.
HOMEWORK
Homework is set according to our homework policy.
Children are invited to take home their reading books and we welcome the
opportunity to see any work done at home which the children want to show
us. In Years 5 and 6 homework is a little more formal in preparation for
transfer to secondary education, this usually takes the form of reading,
research or mathematics.
TRAVELLING TO AND FROM SCHOOL
We believe that children should be accompanied to and from school by
a
parent or other responsible adult. We need to be informed if
the arrangement for
the collection of your child changes. Children will not be allowed to
go home with
someone who is unknown to the school.
The car park at school is for staff only and children are not allowed
to walk through the car park for their own safety. Where possible we
want to encourage children to walk to school for the benefit of their
health and the environment.
Children in Key Stage 2 should bring a letter from their parents if
they will
be travelling to and from school alone.
PASTORAL CARE
The class teacher provides the first line in pastoral care, along
with the Headteacher. One of their aims is to seek to get to know the
children in their care as quickly as possible; and to treat them equally
and with sympathy, care and understanding. This needs to be tempered
with firmness as necessary. Some rules must exist in any organisation,
but we aim to encourage children to develop self-discipline. Parents
also play a vital part in the process and it is only by working closely
together that the best can be achieved for all children.
HEALTH
If your child has a specific health problem, please
ensure that you have informed the class teacher and School Secretary-
preferably in writing.
The School Nurse visits regularly and can be
contacted if necessary. Routine hygiene and dental checks take place
each year and your child’s eyes and ears will be tested. You will be
invited to attend when your child is due to have a school medical and
you will be informed of any problems.
Medicines are not dispensed in school unless prior
arrangement is made with the Headteacher and then only prescribed
medicines from the doctor which need to be taken during school hours.
If your child is taken ill or has an accident whilst
in school, you will be notified immediately. It is essential that we
have an EMERGENCY contact telephone number in addition to your usual
number in case we cannot reach you there.
First Aid is primarily dispensed by trained Ancillary
Staff.
BEHAVIOUR
The emphasis at Town Field Primary School is on a
positive approach to discipline. Positive behaviour is encouraged. There
are rules in school geared to establishing a caring, thoughtful
community. We aim to foster good behaviour by example. Routine matters
of discipline are dealt with in school. When serious behavioural
problems arise, parents will be asked to come to school to discuss the
problem and its possible solutions. We feel that by working together we
can overcome problems. Parents will always be informed of their child’s
behaviour if there is cause for concern. Our Behaviour Policy is
available from school on request.
LOST PROPERTY
This should be handed into the office and any
enquiries concerning lost property should be made there please. It would
be of great assistance if clothing/shoes etc. could be marked with the
child’s name. No sweets or money should be brought to school.
SCHOOL CLOTHING
We prefer to regard children as individual at Town Field, therefore
there is no special school uniform – although school sweatshirts and
polo shirts are available in a range of colours with the school logo on.
Clothing should be sensible i.e. suitable for school and for the
weather. We would ask that parents of older children monitor their
child’s clothing, especially in the summer months when children are
sometimes tempted to wear clothing unsuitable for school activities. In
the same way we would ask that parents of younger children ensure that
the clothing worn enables the child to dress/undress for P.E. & Games
with the minimum amount of supervision. Shoes should be low-heeled in
the interests of safety.
JEWELLERY
The school policy is that no jewellery should be worn
in school. Earrings are dangerous and may not be worn. Studs may be worn
for a 6-week period when ears have been newly pierced and need keeping
open, however the child will not be permitted to participate in Physical
Education during this period, for safety reasons. A watch may be worn.
SCHOOL MEALS
A mid-day meal is available for all children
attending school. The cost of the meal is fixed by the Local Authority
and the current charge can be obtained from school. It would be helpful
if all monies could be brought to school on Monday morning each week in
a named money bag or envelope. Payment by cheque is payable to "DMBC". A
menu is published each week and placed at the entrance for everyone to
see. If your child requires a special diet, please inform the school by
letter so that we may meet your child’s requirements.
SCHOOL MILK
Pupils are eligible to receive a free 1/3 pint of milk per school day
until the end of the school year in which they reach 4 years of age i.e.
Nursery. A charge is made to parents who wish their children to continue
receiving milk from the age of 5 years until the end of the school year
in which they reach the age of 7 years: - Reception up to and including
Year 2. Where a charge is made, the milk is provided at a reduced price
as a result of E.C. subsidy.
For Free School Meals parents can apply to:
The Free School Meals Section
Colonnades House
Duke Street
Doncaster.
Or ask for details at the school office.
SCHOOL TRIPS
You may know that schools cannot charge parents for the cost of
school trips but may however ask for a voluntary cash contribution.
We do stress how worthwhile all our trips are. Unless
parents co-operate fully in making contributions to these trips then
they may have to be cancelled.
Many of our trips form an essential part of our
curriculum and children need the experience to be able to follow up the
work done in class.
COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE FOR SCHOOLS
Introduction
Schools provide good service to, and have good
relationships with, pupils, parents and the neighbourhood most of the
time. It is therefore important that when a parent (or other member of
the local community) has a problem with what someone at a school has
done or failed to do the issue is resolved as promptly as possible.
The Procedure
Teacher/Other Employee/Parent
Helper
It is a sensible principle that problems should be
resolved, wherever possible, at the lowest possible level. Sometimes a
word with the child’s teacher or the school office staff will resolve a
problem. Sometimes though, it is not enough, and an organized meeting
with e.g. the class teacher may be necessary. Sometimes the level of
parental displeasure can be so high that it is not sensible to have the
parties directly concerned meeting face to face.
2 Headteacher/Senior Staff
When a complaint cannot be resolved by a conversation between the
parties, the Head or other senior staff will need to become involved.
The overwhelming majority of complaints are resolved at this point. Even
when a complainant remains in disagreement with the actions of the
school it is often in everyone’s best interests to put what is often a
fairly small matter into the context of the educational experience which
a child is getting, and to take the matter no further.
Some complaints remain both unresolved and "live" in
the complainant’s mind, even after several meetings with the Head, who
may have involved other agencies, such as the Educational Welfare
Service, to try and resolve matters. When all these efforts fail it may
become necessary for the Head to direct the complainant to the Governing
Body.
3 Governing Body
Complaints taken as far as the Governing Body should
be put in writing, no matter how informally the matter has been dealt
with until then. The Governing Body has the right to agree its own
process for dealing with the complaint, but the following suggestions
are made.
a) Membership
The Chair deals with the matter
Or
A small committee of Governors as
convened by the Chair deals with the matter. In
either case both sides may be invited to submit
written statements/responses.
b) Process
A meeting is held between the Governors, the Head
and the complainants. Governors then consider their
decision alone.
Or
The complainant is seen first, then the Head with
any further meetings only if necessary. Governors
then consider their decision alone.
c) Outcome
Governors inform the Head and
complainant of the outcome in writing.
Advice is available to Governing Bodies from the LEA
as to appropriate procedures and any other matters on which Governors
seek help.
4 Education and Cultural Directorate
The Directorate is not ‘on the spot’ in schools and
is consequently not best placed to look into the detailed facts of a
complaint and the response to it. As a result it is sensible for the
Directorate, if approached by a complainant or Head to consider only:
whether the Governing Body has failed to
give proper consideration to the complaint;
whether the Governing Body has used an
unfair procedure – e.g. not meeting the complainant while
meeting with the Head;
whether the Governing Body has reached an
unreasonable and unsustainable conclusion. This will only be
the case where it is obvious to any reasonable observer that
the conclusion reached could not be sustained by the facts.
In the above cases the LEA will offer further advice
to Governors, but the process remains the property of the Governing
Body.
Notes
If any complaint leads to consideration
of disciplinary action within the school, the provisions of
the Grievance and Disciplinary Procedure would be invoked.
The Grievance and Disciplinary Procedure operates
independently of the above Complaints Procedure.
2 Allegations of child abuse are dealt
with under a separate procedure, also independently of the
Complaints Procedure.
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