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EGGINTON PRIMARY SCHOOL

Church Road

Egginton

Derby

DE65 6HP

Tel: 01283 732748

Email: [email protected]

Web site: www.egginton.derbyshire.sch.uk

Dear Parents

Welcome to the Egginton School Prospectus. Thank you for taking the time to read it and I hope

that you will find it valuable and informative.

Egginton School is a small rural primary school situated at the heart of the village community.

The prime aim of the school is to create a stimulating, exciting and happy environment where

children are eager to learn and develop and where they are encouraged to achieve their

potential in all activities.

I feel very strongly that school is a partnership between children, parents and teachers and

that by working together we can motivate children to succeed in all areas of their education.

Egginton School delivers a forward-looking curriculum that is diverse and challenging and

encourages the children to take advantage of the opportunities offered to them. The school is

well resourced and a talented and dedicated staff delivers the wide-ranging, rich

curriculum. Regular consultations are held, so that parents have an opportunity to see their

children's work and discuss the progress made. We will celebrate each child's strengths and

work together to address weaknesses. Parents are welcome at any time to discuss concerns with

either myself or any member of staff.

We welcome you and your family to our school community and hope that you will enjoy being part

of the life of our school and share with us the pride and pleasure in the achievements of the

children.

Sue Lovelock

Headteacher


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Contents

Absences 11

Accident and Illness 14

Admissions 9

Aims 5

Appointments with Staff 8

Charging for School Activities 16

Child Protection 24

Complaints 17

Core Curriculum 19

Creative and Expressive Arts 22

Data Protection 17

Design and Technology 22

Discipline and Pastoral Care 13

Educational Play 23

Ear-rings and Jewellery 15

Emergency Information 13

English / Literacy 20

Foundation Curriculum 21

Governing Body 19

Head Lice 14

Health and Hygiene 14

History and Geography 22

Holidays in Term Time 13

Home School Agreement 16

Homework 12

Information Technology 21

Late Arrivals 7

Lost Property 13

Mathematics / Numeracy 20

Medicines 14

Money and Valuables 13

National Curriculum Assessments of 7 and 11 year olds 16

Newsletter 11

Our Vision 4

Parents and the Community 18

Parents Teachers Association 18

Parent and Toddler Group 18

Physical Education 22

Recognising Achievement 12

Religious Education and Assemblies 23


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Reports 12

Safety 15

School Behaviour Plan 15

School Day 6

School Hours 7

School Meals 11

School Policies and Statements 25

School Staff 8

School Uniform 10

School Website 25

Science 21

Sex Education 24

Special Educational Needs 23

Teaching the Curriculum 19

Transfer to Secondary School 25

The School 4

Values 5

Please note that the information contained in this booklet is correct at the time of writing, i.e.

April 2011, but it should not be assumed that there will be no changes affecting the information

before, during or after the year in question.


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THE SCHOOL

Egginton Primary School is a school of warmth, tradition and excellence, where for nearly 150

years it has provided education for the children of the community.

We offer small classes, a friendly family atmosphere, excellent facilities, a broad and balanced

educational experience in accordance with the National Curriculum. The dedicated and highly

qualified staff provide a firm foundation in academic and social skills, which will enable your

child to thrive and achieve worthwhile success in a variety of fields.

The school first opened on its present site in 1857. It became unique in England in the late

1920’s when it acquired a new status; that of the village war memorial, following the purchase of

the main building by the villagers of Egginton.

Egginton Primary School is a Derbyshire County Council Co-educational Day Community School,

taking children from 4 – 11 years.

Our School buildings are partly housed in the Egginton Memorial Hall. This has recently

undergone extensive alteration and extension which has greatly improved our facilities. There

are also two modular classrooms, an office block, large playground at the rear of the buildings

and a wildlife garden.

OUR VISION

Through discussion of our values and aims the children, staff, governors and parents at Egginton

School have arrived at the following vision.


We will endeavour to realise our vision in everything we participate in at school and in all aspects

of life.


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VALUES

The values listed below represent the range of views held by all the stakeholders in our school.

These values are the core beliefs, which underpin the school’s philosophy.

� To be happy and honest members of society

� To have a love of learning and success for all

� To exhibit mutual trust and respect whilst developing confidence and self esteem

� To encourage each individual to strive to reach their full potential

� To approach learning in a creative and imaginative way

� To have care and consideration for others and for the global environment

� Have an enjoyment of and excitement for all aspects of life

� To value our friends, teachers and other people

AIMS

The aims provide the overall direction in which Egginton School wishes to move and provides the

essential context within which our school vision can develop the curriculum. They are built on the

values and visions and summarise how the vision can be realised.

� To provide each individual with a learning environment that is safe and happy

� To support all pupils in achieving their full potential, regardless of background, personal

circumstances or inherent ability

� To develop the range of facilities offered to the pupils, in particular ICT provision,

raising standards across the curriculum so that it is embedded in every aspect of school

life

� To assist children to think critically, to apply themselves to tasks and to develop lively

and enquiring minds

� To extend the range of opportunities offered to the children so that learning

opportunities are whenever possible first hand

� To promote mutual understanding of the value of other people, other cultures and the

natural world

� To have continued professional development as governors and teaching staff in order to

support and enhance the quality of learning opportunities offered to the children

� To equip our pupils with the skills required for successful transfer to secondary school

and to become active and involved members of society


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THE SCHOOL DAY

Children are admitted into mixed sex classes normally grouped by age. The children are placed

in year groups based on a national scheme, so that there is compatibility throughout the country.

For our school the structure is:-

Infants’ Class – Key Stage 1

Year R - Reception, 4 – 5 years

Year 1 - 5 – 6 years


Lower Juniors’ Class – Key Stage 2



Upper Juniors’ Class – Key Stage 2



There may be occasions when children will be working in teaching groups different to their

normal class groups.


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SCHOOL HOURS

Morning 8.55am to 12noon at KS1

8.55am to 12.05 pm at KS2

Afternoon 1.15pm to 3.20pm

Children must not arrive at school before 8.45am as no responsibility can be taken for their

safety or welfare before this time.

Children will be allowed onto the playground from 8.45am where a member of staff will be

available to supervise them until classrooms open at 8.55am. Parents/carers are asked not to

join children on the playground or to enter classrooms. Alternative arrangements will be made

to supervise children indoors from 8.45am if the weather is inclement.

Children who go home for lunch should not return before 1.05pm. This is because lunchtime

staff are only responsible for those children who stay for a meal at school.

LATE ARRIVALS

Parents/carers should be aware that children arriving at school after the register closes at

9.00am will be recorded as late.

Late arrivals should notify the school office, so that adjustments to registers and dinner

numbers can be made.

No child will be allowed out of the school grounds before the normal leaving time unless

arrangements have been made for the child to be collected by a responsible adult. This may be

done either by letter to the class teacher, a telephone call, or informing the secretary in

person. This is a precaution to ensure your child’s safety. If you need to collect your child

during the school day you should report to the School Office.


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SCHOOL STAFF

Headteacher - Mrs. Lovelock

Teachers - Mrs Hammond

Mrs Jones

Mrs Ursell

KS1 Teaching Assistant - Mrs Argent

Midday Supervisors - Mrs Farrell

Mrs Kaddour

Mrs Radze-Constable

School Secretary - Mrs Strain

Cleaner in Charge - Mr Gadsby

Cleaner - Mrs Gadsby

APPOINTMENTS WITH STAFF

Parents/carers are encouraged to discuss any issues or concerns that they have with the

relevant teacher or the headteacher, and should contact the School Clerk to arrange an

appointment.

Teachers cannot discuss issues prior to the start of the school day as there is insufficient time

available. However, urgent messages may be left with the School Clerk who will ensure they are

passed on to the appropriate member of staff.


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ADMISSIONS

Children are admitted according to Derbyshire County Council Education Authority's general arrangements. Full details of admission arrangements are published in the DCC handbook “How to apply for a place at Primary School – A guide for parents”. The average number of children on roll is 60. The maximum admission number during the current year is 10.

Parents must arrange for their child to start school full-time in the academic year (September to September) of their fifth birthday.

All admission procedures are handled by the Children and Younger Adults Department,

Admissions and Appeals Team, St. Helena Centre, Sheffield Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire,

S41 7LU, tel: 01629 537479. Parents wishing to arrange a place should contact the Headteacher. An appointment will be made for them to look around the school, talk to the staff and gather the necessary information to help with their decision.

In the event that more applications are received than there are places available, then priority will be given to children:-

1. who live within the normal area served by the school, which is Egginton Parish.

2. not living in the normal area served by the school but have brothers or sisters attending the school at the time of admission.

3. whose parents have requested a place.


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SCHOOL UNIFORM

The Governors recommend the following school dress, however, it is not compulsory.

Shoes black – low heeled.

Fashion shoes are not safe nor robust enough for school life

Shorts/trousers grey/navy

Skirts/pinafore dress grey/navy

Sweaters/cardigans grey/navy

Shirts/blouses light blue/white

Summer dresses blue

Painting/craft apron preferably a ready made plastic version

Sportswear white ‘T’ shirts

elasticated navy shorts

Indoor P.E. plimsolls

Outdoor P.E. & games trainers/plimsolls

Tracksuits (KS2 only)

All children need plimsolls, marked with their name and kept in a drawstring cloth bag, at school

at all times.

For outdoor games children should have enough clothes to change into in order to keep warm and

dry. It is also recommended that pupils should have a change of footwear, including socks.

Please ensure that all clothing is clearly marked with your child’s name.

School uniform is available from Ellis, the Schoolwear Centre, (42-45, Station Street, Burton-

on-Trent, tel: 01283 564315


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NEWSLETTER

The school issues a regular newsletter to provide information on upcoming events, both at school

and within the local community, in addition to important messages concerning life at school.

Parents/carers are encouraged to read these brief communications.

SCHOOL MEALS

The school provides good quality and well-balanced lunches, catering for all needs including

special diets and vegetarian preferences. Dinner money is collected on the first day of the

school week only – please do not send it on any other day. The meal costs £1.85 per day - £9.25

per week. Payment can be made by cash or cheque, please make cheques payable to Derbyshire

County Council, and if paying by cash enclose the correct amount in a sealed envelope with your

child’s name clearly written on it. Any meals not taken through absence will be credited. For

information about free school meals please enquire at the Area Education Office or school.

Children wishing to bring a packed lunch can also be catered for.

Parents are asked to have a regular routine for children who stay for cooked school lunches, as

meals have to be ordered nearly two weeks in advance from our supplying kitchen at Etwall

School. Please give two weeks notice if you wish to change your child’s arrangements.

ABSENCES

All absences are required to be categorised as “authorised” or “unauthorised” by the school. An

explanation for all absences must be given to school in writing. If reasons are known in advance,

e.g. medical appointments, please inform school. If children do not arrive at school by 9.30am

and we have not been contacted by a parent or carer, then parents will be contacted to make

sure their child is safe.


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HOMEWORK

Parents/carers are encouraged to hear their children read as much as possible.

All children are encouraged to undertake research at home to support classwork – perhaps by

using local libraries, talking to friends and relatives. Children in Years 1 – 6 are asked to

undertake regular English and Maths homework. This may be to learn spellings and tables or to

do work to support their class work in English and Maths. Each piece of homework should

typically take around 20 minutes to complete, and parents/carers should use their discretion to

decide when to stop if a child is struggling. Homework is not formally assessed.

For more information please refer to the homework policy included at the back of the

prospectus.

REPORTS

Written reports are sent home annually before the end of the Summer Term.

All parents are invited into school each term to discuss their child’s progress. Other occasions

will occur throughout the school year when parents may see the work of the school or would like

a chat on a less formal basis.

Parents are always welcome to come into school to discuss any matter which affects their child’s

progress. All matters discussed are treated confidentially.

RECOGNISING ACHIEVEMENT

At Egginton we pride ourselves in treating the celebration and recognition of achievement and

success as a priority.

A weekly celebration assembly takes place in which the successes of the children are

recognised. These may be achieved both out of School, as well as within it. The School Council

also identify children whom they feel deserve recognition for hard work, good behaviour or a

specific act of kindness. We feel all our children have talent and ability and it is vital to

celebrate this and ensure that they themselves recognise the importance of hard work, positive

behaviour and endeavour.


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DISCIPLINE AND PASTORAL CARE

The teacher who knows your child best is her/his class teacher and it is the class teacher who is

responsible for his/her general welfare. As we are a small school, all the teaching and non-

teaching staff know the children well and are concerned for them as individuals.

LOST PROPERTY

Lost property is kept in a box in the school. Items are kept for one term and then donated to a

charity.

MONEY AND VALUABLES

Parents are advised not to allow their children to bring unnecessary money, valuables and big or

expensive toys to school. Watches should be handed over to the class teacher for safe keeping

when removed for P.E. The School accepts no responsibility for loss or damage to personal

property brought into school by children.

HOLIDAYS IN TERM TIME

The dates when the school will be closed are sent to parents well in advance by letter. Parents

who are unable to take an annual holiday during the school holiday period, may apply for up to

two weeks leave of absence for one term-time holiday, in any one academic year (September –

July) for their child.

The absence will only be authorised in special circumstances. Absences interfere with continuity

of learning, testing and assessment, coverage of the curriculum and teacher planning. If it is

essential to take a holiday during term time please obtain a form from school.

EMERGENCY INFORMATION

Emergency information to be used in the case of accident or illness is filed in the school office.

Any changes to this information should be notified to the school without delay.


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ACCIDENT AND ILLNESS

In all cases of serious accident and illness, parents will be notified immediately and appropriate

action taken in school to care for the child.

We regret that we have no facilities to look after children who are ill. Please make sure there is

someone who can care for your child should they become ill at school.

MEDICINES

Children should not return to school after an illness unless they are fully fit. Sometimes

children are sent back to school too soon and are not able to fully cope with the rigours of

school life. There are rare occasions however when it may be possible to allow children to bring

prescribed medicines to school so that a course of treatment might be completed. Parents must

present the correct dosage of medicine for the day to the secretary. Please contact the

Headteacher for details.

HEALTH AND HYGIENE

The Health Authority organises a programme of checks by their trained medical staff as a

matter of routine. Parents will be informed in advance of checks and asked for their consent.

Please note that dogs are not allowed in the playground. Children should bring a tissue or

handkerchief for their own personal hygiene.

HEAD LICE

Like all schools, we sometimes have cases of head lice, and it is good practice to check your

child’s head every week. If you find your child is infected please ask at the School Office for

the Information Leaflet. It is important to check all the family. Head lice are nothing to be

ashamed of. They like clean heads!


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EAR-RINGS AND JEWELLERY

Children are not to wear jewellery at school. Pierced ears with studs or sleepers are allowed,

however, your attention is drawn to regulations regarding safety in P.E. and games. These state

that ear-studs, etc., should be removed during these activities.

If for any reason children are unable to remove these they must be securely taped up before a

lesson with Elastoplast type medical material. A request form consenting to this is available

from school.

SAFETY

Parents are requested not to park their cars on the road outside the school, it is safer to use

the pull-in situated further along Church Road.

In the interests of safety the children should follow an established routine when travelling to

and from school each day, so that staff and parents know of their whereabouts at all times.

Parents should inform school of any changes in their child’s routine.

At the end of the school day parents may wait for their children in the playground away from

the classrooms, so as not to disturb the children working. Please do not arrive too early – the

children will not be released before 3.20pm.

THE SCHOOL BEHAVIOUR PLAN

We want our school to be a happy and relaxed place where we can all work and play together in a

caring environment. For effective teaching and learning to take place, the ethos of the school

must be one of mutual respect between staff and pupils. Teachers have high expectations of

behaviour and consistently apply these values within a framework of guidelines, which are known

to the pupils.

The school is committed to valuing pupils and a positive behaviour plan is adopted in school where

good behaviour is praised and rewarded.

The most important part of our policy is our use of positive language and praise to give children

confidence in themselves, to increase social awareness, and to make them want to behave in a

sensible way.

Should sanctions need to be applied in school, these will range from a disapproving look to a

private talk. This usually has the desired effect. Each child is an individual and has to be dealt

with as such. This is done with sensitivity by the Headteacher and staff. Should misbehaviour

continue, the Headteacher will contact the child’s parents to discuss the problem with them. If

the issue is of a more serious nature there is a formal procedure for action, details of which are

available from the Headteacher.


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HOME SCHOOL AGREEMENT

Parents whose children are registered at Egginton Primary School are invited to consider and

sign an agreement between the school and home. This agreement outlines ways in which parents,

staff and children can mutually support each other in promoting the well being and progress of

pupils. Please discuss this plan with your child.

Parental support in developing children’s attitudes towards good behaviour is crucial.

A copy of the home school agreement is available at the back of this booklet.

NATIONAL CURRICULUM ASSESSMENTS OF 7 AND 11 YEAR OLDS

If the number of pupils assessed in a year group is less than 10, the Governing Body do not

publish this information. This is so that individual children cannot be identified. In addition the

very low numbers make the sample size too small to be regarded as reliable evidence when

comparing with the national average. Parents are informed of their child’s results.

CHARGING FOR SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

The Governors have agreed that, when necessary, a voluntary contribution towards a school

activity or visit may be requested from parents. Parents are always informed of the details

before an activity or visit is arranged, and no child is ever excluded from an activity or visit if

the parents are unable to make a contribution towards the cost. However, there may be

occasions when an activity has to be cancelled if voluntary contributions have not been

forthcoming. The school may ask for a small voluntary contribution towards the purchase of

ingredients and ‘luxury’ materials for a specific activity. Charges must be met for extra

curricular activities which are not compulsory such as; Karate and instrumental tuition.


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COMPLAINTS

From time to time parents will have legitimate concerns or worries over the education their

children are receiving. We wish to stress that it is much better to arrange a meeting with your

child’s class teacher sooner rather than later. No matter how trivial you feel your concern is, it

is much better to make the school aware of it before it blows up out of proportion. In some

cases it may be more appropriate to see the Headteacher. In either case simply telephone or

send a note to arrange an appointment. If the issue cannot be resolved informally then the

complaint may be put to the Governing Body for attention. If the issue remains unresolved the

procedure allows for further escalation to the Local Education Authority. Details of the set

procedure can be obtained from the Headteacher or the School Clerk.

DATA PROTECTION

Basic information about pupils is held on computer to assist with the efficient organisation of

the school and the individual’s educational needs. Security measures are taken to ensure that

the information is kept confidential and is only available to authorised staff. The school and the

County Council have registered with the Data Protection Registrar details of persons to whom

they may wish to disclose information. Information may only be disclosed to other persons in

accordance with this registration. We are registered to disclose personal information to:

Family, relatives, guardians, trustees, past, current or prospective employers, legal

representatives, Doctors, dentists, other Health advisers, Department for Education and Skills

Department for Work and Pensions, Local Authority Education and Social Services

It is the policy of the Governors and Derbyshire County Council that such information is

confidential and that, even where a need to disclose information has been registered, it will only

be divulged in exceptional circumstances and will be kept to the minimum necessary. This policy

is subject to any law, which imposes a duty of disclosure on the Governors or Derbyshire County

Council. Pupils may also use computers but they do not have access to the personal records.

If you are concerned about any aspect of personal information held on computer please contact

the Headteacher, or write to the: Data Protection Liaison Officer, Education Department,

Derbyshire County Council, County Hall, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3AG


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PARENTS AND COMMUNITY

The school is very much at the heart of the community, with many village organisations using our

shared building out of hours. Parents and friends are invited to school events and the staff are

always delighted to have offers of help from parents with special skills, or who would like to

help generally. We are grateful to parents who help by providing transport, supervising groups

of children on school visits and in many other ways.

PARENT TEACHERS ASSOCIATION

We have a Parent and Teachers Association, whose hard-working elected committee supports

the school with social, educational and fund-raising events for parents, pupils and the

community. All families are automatically members of the Association and are welcome to

attend any of the meetings.

The PTA aims to raise (additional) money for the school whilst, at the same time organising

enjoyable events for children and friends of the school. Money raised by the PTA is used to

purchase resources in order to enhance the learning experience in school. The Annual General

Meeting takes place in July at which the committee is elected. Parents are welcome to attend

all PTA committee meetings.

During the year the PTA organise many fundraising events for example:

• Village Bonfire Night

• Christmas Disco

• Quiz Nights

• School Discos

• Soup and Pancake Lunch

• Barbecues

The PTA is a vital part of school life and is a way of parents being able to have a direct impact

on the quality of education provided at school.

PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP

A pre-school parent and toddler group meets in school every week and is open to all local

families with children under school age. As the children near school age they are invited into

school on a weekly basis for story time.


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THE GOVERNING BODY

The governing body works closely with the Headteacher and staff to develop and raise

standards in the school. It has a number of working parties that meet each term to discuss

issues regarding curriculum, finance, premises, personnel and resources.

The governing body monitors the work of the school closely through both formal and informal

structures. The governing body is made up of parents and members of the local community.

Everyone brings a different perspective and set of skills which jointly enrich the life of the

school and help the Headteacher run the school as effectively as possible.

We are proud of the dedication that our governors show, and the teamwork that drives the

management of the school forward towards our school vision.

A list of our current Governors is included in the back of this prospectus.

TEACHING THE CURRICULUM

The school follows the National Curriculum for England and Wales and the Derbyshire syllabus

for Religious Education. Younger Children are introduced to these through Curriculum guidance

for the Foundation Stage programme of study, which is also a nationally recognised teaching

programme. Generally children follow a new topic each half term and you will receive details of

the main areas of knowledge to be covered so that you can support you child’s learning.

Teaching is provided within specific subject areas to develop specific skill and knowledge. This

is combined with cross-curricular study underpinned with ICT (information and communication

technology) support.

Teaching strategies at Egginton School present a balance between whole class teaching, group

work and individual programmes of study – an appropriate style will be used according to the

needs of the children and the demands of the curriculum.

THE CORE CURRICULUM

English, Mathematics, Science and ICT form the core subjects of the National Curriculum. The

pupil’s work is closely monitored and assessed and their achievements and progress shared with

pupils and parents on a regular basis.


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ENGLISH

Every area of the curriculum involves all children in developing use and mastery of this subject.

All activities at school require children to participate in listening, thinking and decision making

activities. Frequently they will be responding not only to verbal instructions but written texts

as well.

Every time a child puts pencil to paper he/she is involved in reading and writing allied to thinking

and decision making.

The school puts great emphasis upon children learning to read and then using this skill as a key

to all other areas of learning. Parents can support this by trying to involve their children in

activities at home that use these skills. We will encourage your child to bring home a book – you

can support this by providing time for your child to read with you. You can take an interest in

the material they are reading and encourage the habits of bringing books home and reading.

The school is stocked with a wide range of good quality books which is added to each year.

Every child follows the National Literacy Strategy which provides a structured programme in

reading, writing, spelling, punctuation and grammar. Much of this work is based around class

teaching and working in mixed-aged ability groups. Children read in small groups and also

individually. “All Aboard” reading materials are used to support the daily literacy lesson.

Activities involving the study of grammar, spelling and handwriting work are regularly

undertaken. Other activities include, speaking and listening, diaries, imaginative writing tasks,

poetry, discussion, drama, outside visits, work from television programmes and meeting visitors.

MATHEMATICS

The complexities of modern life require each citizen be more numerate and to have a wider

range of mathematical skills available. As well as trying to ensure that each child learns the

four rules of number (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) it is the manipulation and use

of these skills in problem solving situations that we are continually trying to promote. Each child

takes part in a daily maths lesson using the framework from the National Numeracy Strategy as

the basis for learning mathematics.

Although ‘getting sums right’ is an important part of your child’s mathematical experiences,

emphasis is also placed on understanding the concepts and principles involved.


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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Egginton Primary School has good computing facilities, with a ratio of one computer for every

two pupils. Children use computers to support their learning in many areas of the curriculum, to

experience databases, spreadsheets, graphic design, systems control and word processing

facilities.

SCIENCE

The school is fortunate in having an excellent range of resources to support the teaching of

science. Much of the work is based on practical experimentation, observation, analysis and

prediction. The children make use of the local natural and physical environment to illuminate

their work.

THE FOUNDATION CURRICULUM

Through the foundation curriculum the children will extend and broaden their knowledge of the

world around them. It is important that children are allowed to have a voice and are able to

express their opinions in an agreed and respected platform. Through the areas of learning

outlined below the children will be given experience of;-

� Multicultural education

� Equal opportunities

� Personal and social education including:

Human relations

Economic and industrial understanding

Health education

Citizenship

� Extra curricular activities

� Preparation for events, concerts, services and festivals


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PHYSICAL EDUCATION

All children take part in P.E. which includes gymnastics, dance, games and swimming, unless

excused on medical grounds or for other exceptional reasons. Parents requesting non-

participation by their child should inform the teacher in writing prior to the lesson.

Games and sports are held in the school playground or on the village playing field. P.E. is held in

the school hall or out of doors if the weather is suitable. P.E. kit should be available for use in

school every day.

Children in Key Stage 2 attend swimming lessons at Etwall Leisure Centre. The children are

transported free of charge and are coached at the pool by a qualified instructor. Awards and

badges are available to mark achievement in diving, survival and distance swimming. All children

leave our school able to swim. Children will need a swimming cap in addition to the usual kit.

DESIGN TECHNOLOGY

Children will develop the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to design, make and

evaluate products fit for a purpose. Lessons will develop practical skills to work with a wide

range of materials and components usually as part of topic work or as part of their art and craft

activities.

HISTORY AND GEOGRAPHY

These curriculum areas are covered through cross-curricular topic themes. In addition to this

method the children are able to focus on specific subject based topics when appropriate. the

Egginton area is rich in local historical and geographical resources and the pupils make full use of

these amenities.

CREATIVE AND EXPRESSIVE ARTS

Children are given the opportunity to discover and develop their talents in as many areas as

possible. They will have the opportunity to participate in activities that will include music

making – vocal and instrumental, drama and art and craft.


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EDUCATIONAL PLAY

Much of the experiential work in the early years involves ‘play’ activities. These experiences are

important aspects of your child’s intellectual, social and emotional development.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION AND ASSEMBLIES

A daily “Act of Worship” is held in accordance with the requirements of the 1988 Education Act.

Daily assemblies are seen as an important part of the children coming together as a community.

Collective worship takes place in class groups or as a whole school group. The content has a

variety of forms:- Bible stories, multi-faith, topical, anniversary, good mention and may be

deemed to be ‘broadly Christian’ in character.

R.E. lessons are not evangelical in nature; rather they encourage an understanding of spirituality

and stress the importance of Christianity as a living faith. Pupils are also made aware of other

major faiths and customs in our pluralistic society by celebrating cultural and religious diversity.

Seasonal festivals are observed and parents and friends are invited to these celebrations in

school and at St. Wilfrid’s Church.

Parents are allowed to withdraw their child from all or part of religious education lessons and

collective worship provided. Parents wishing to do this are asked to contact the Headteacher.

SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS

Many children experience learning difficulties of some kind during their school careers. Most of

these difficulties are of a temporary nature and the majority of children overcome them with

the help of their teachers and parents. The teaching staff at Egginton School are experienced

in methods of assessment and observation so that potential problems are identified early and

appropriate action initiated in co-operation with parents.

For some children problems persist and in these cases further advice and help is available from

specialists from the Education Authority and Health Authority who can be contacted through

school.

The school has regard to the “Code of Practice” issued by the Secretary of State for Education.

A booklet entitled “Special Educational Needs – Information for Parents” giving details of the

Authority’s provision is available free of charge from school or from the Area Education Office.

The stakeholders at Egginton School are committed to effective inclusion for all pupils and the

following statement underpins all school policy and practice.


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Egginton School will not treat a disabled child less favourably for reasons related to his/her ability. Every effort will be made to ensure that disabled pupils are not placed at a substantial disadvantage in comparison with their non – disabled peers without justification.

CHILD PROTECTION

Parents should be aware that the school is required to take any reasonable action to ensure the

safety of its pupils. In cases where the school has reason to be concerned that a child may be

subject to ill treatment, neglect or other forms of abuse, the Headteacher is obliged to follow

the Child Protection procedures established by the Derbyshire Area Child Protection Committee

and inform the Social Services of the concern. Mrs Hammond is our Nominated Governor for

Child Protection.

SEX EDUCATION

Sex education is taught when it arises naturally and incidentally as a result of other activities

and in response to children’s questions.

Specific programmes of sex education are followed within a framework of topic work, PSE and

Health Education. Where appropriate the National Curriculum Attainment Target 2 (Processes

of Life) for science is linked into the school’s sex education programme.

Years 5 and 6 cover the following topics as part of their health education:

1. Knowledge of the human body, both internal and external, the major organs, their function

and their action as part of a complete working system

2. The vital processes necessary for life

3. The development and maturity of the body as it passes through puberty

4. Its ability to continue the species and the effects of genetic inheritance

5. A knowledge of the spread and effects of disease and the contribution of nutrition, hygiene,

exercise on a healthy life

This programme of work is aided by the use of the BBC TV series “Sex Education”. These

children will also receive advice on personal hygiene, including aspects of menstruation.

Parents are notified in advance and have the right of withdrawal from the non-National

Curriculum parts of the programme.


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SCHOOL POLICIES AND STATEMENTS

All of the schools’ curricular and other statements, policies, reports and statutory instruments

made by the DCSF, OFSTED, Local Authority or Governing Body are available for inspection at

the school.

THE SCHOOL WEB SITE

www.egginton.derbyshire.sch.uk

The school web site holds a wealth of information and details of activities occurring in school,

and is currently in the process of being updated. All parents are given the choice as to whether

they wish their child’s photograph to be published. A form is included at the back of this

prospectus, which needs to be returned to the school office.

TRANSFER TO SECONDARY SCHOOL

At the end of their time at Egginton School the children usually transfer to John Port School,

Etwall, with whom we have very close links. All Year 6 children will be given the opportunity to

attend transfer days which will ease their transition to secondary school. The Education

Authority and school will circulate further information early in the child’s final year.

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