PROSPECTUS 2016-17b
Transcript of PROSPECTUS 2016-17b
Broad Oak Community Primary School part of the Woodlands Federation
Scotsford Road, Broad Oak, Heathfield, East Sussex TN21 8UDTel: 01435 862951
www.broadoak.e-sussex.sch.uk
2017 - 2018
In friendship we learn and grow together
Prospectus
Choosing the right school for your child is an important decision. Wehave produced this prospectus to help you to make the right decisionand give you a flavour of life at Broad Oak CP School and the learningopportunities we offer.
We believe that learning should be fun.
Therefore, we encourage respect for each other and value theopportunities available so that we can grow and learn together.
We want your child’s time at our schoolto be happy, exciting and educational.
Welcome to Broad Oak Community Primary Schooland thank you for taking the time to find out about our school.
We feel that Broad Oak CP School is a community rather than just a school
New children and families are made to feel very welcome. Our school has a
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and emphasis is placed on happy relationships; in particular, care, considerationand cooperation with everyone. We aim to prepare our children not just for theirnext step in education but also for their future in the world beyond Broad Oak.
In January 2008, Broad Oak and Punnetts Town CP Schools federated andbegan working in partnership as the Woodlands Federation.
In September 2014, Dallington CE School formally joined the Woodlands Federation.
Broad Oak, Punnetts Town and Dallington Schools each have an individual Head ofSchool working under the leadership of Mrs Inez Morse as Executive Headteacher.
Our Unique Qualities
At Broad Oak School your child will be part of a school where:- There is a strong family atmosphere- Children are valued and treated as individuals- There are high expectations of learning and behaviour- Your child’s happiness is important
We have developed a learning environment that is:- Happy- Safe- Caring- Inspiring- Full of opportunities
We are dedicated to pursuing excellence through:- A stimulating and well resourced environment- Enthusiastic and motivated staff- The development and encouragement of everyone at Broad Oak- Raising self esteem and awareness of others- Encouraging respect
We deliver an exciting and relevant curriculum through:- Excellent and enthusiastic teaching- Innovation- Encouraging reflection and thinking skills- Providing opportunities to broaden creativity and self-worth- Celebrating achievements with each member of our school community every step of the way
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Vision Statement
Broad Oak CP School is a special place,full of learning, laughter and friendship.
It is a place where we strive to make all children feel happy, safe, valued and wherethey are given every opportunity to developand to be the best they can be.
We will provide an education that isinspiring, relevant, broad and creative so that every child can fulfil their true potential.
We believe every child matters and is entitled toenjoy their childhood.
Our Reception Class
Elm classroom comprises a large classroom and an adjoining
smaller room which leads out to a covered, outside learning area.
It has a designated playground with a range of outdoor learning opportunities for reception pupils.
Learning takes place through first hand experiences, building on what the children can already do.
The curriculum is split into three prime areas and four specific areas:
Prime Areas:- Communication and language- Physical development- Personal, social and emotional development
Specific areas:- Literacy- Mathematics- Understanding the world- Expressive arts and design
Key Stage 1 (years 1 and 2)
Topic work becomes an increasing part of curriculum time as the children expandtheir knowledge and skills.
This forms an essential part of the children’s learning about the wider worldaround them.
Science and technology form an important base for the majority oftopics, whilst other topics are based on geographical, historical andreligious themes.
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Information regarding topics is given to parents at the start of each school term.
From Year 1, children take part in a6 week block of Forest School sessions each year run by a trained Forest School Leader.
Key Stage 2 (years 3 to 6)
We build on what the children as learners already know and have a culture of high expectation.
Understanding is developed through enquiry, creativity andgroup problem solving.
There are new opportunities for children to take part inlanguage, musical and sporting activities.
We offer the experience of residential trips in year 4 and year 6 which encourage friendship, independence andcooperation.
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Children in year 4 visit Blackland Farm and in year 6 they enjoy a week long stay at Bewl Water
More about us
School mealsChoices of freshly prepared meals are available every day from our kitchen. All menus meet the government nutritional standards and we ensure that any child with a food allergy or arestricted diet is able to enjoy an appropriate school meal.
Breakfast clubFrom 08:00am, we are able to offer breakfast for those children who need to come to schoolearlier than the start of the school day. There is a charge for the club which includesbreakfast, activities and supervision of the children.
Key Stage 2 Tuck Shop is run every morning at playtime. We run a healthy tuck shop, where children may choose from breadsticks, crackers, rice cakes or frubes for 20p. Children can also bring in their own healthy snack.
EYFS and Key Stage 1 children are entitled to a free fruit/vegetable snack.Again, children can bring in their own healthy snack.
School clubsA range of clubs are available to children after school. These include:
African drummingFilm clubFootball (girls and boys)Netball (girls and boys)Cross country
Some activities are also run at lunch times, such as Making and Doingand Music.
TennisIrish DancingGymnasticsTable TennisMulti Skills
Events
Cross Country
Lewes Castle
Bikeability
Heathfield Show
Woodland visits
Making pizzas and hot cross buns
Open Afternoon, for parents
Federation Day
Events
Connect to the Countryside
Opening of our new Library
Safety in Action Sports DayWhole School Welly Walk
EYFS and KS1 visit to the Aquarium
Woodlands Federation Governing Body
Woodlands Federation was set up in 2014 as the first primary three-school federation in East Sussex. Our aim is to secure a good education in all of our communities; each school retaining its own individuality, whilst seeking to work together to improve the educational experiences for all our children.
Our goal is for every school in the Woodlands Federation to .drive for, and achieve, excellence
We will review our schools’ development plans regularly to ensure they enable us to achieve our goals and objectives.
You are assured a warm welcome at any of our three schools.
In partnership, we learn and grow together.
Woodlands Federation board of governors:
Simone Foy (Joint Chair)Sam Gleadow (Joint Chair)Steve Clark (Vice Chair)Su BlackAlison DoigRev’d Marc LloydDave MolyneuxInez MorseKevin RennieSarah ThorbyTony WelfordHarriet Wisbach
Associate members:Paul CoxJackie HewessCatherine Winter
In partnership, we learn and grow together.
How to contact us
Address:Broad Oak Community Primary SchoolScotsford RoadBroad OakHeathfieldEast SussexTN21 8UD
Telephone: 01435 862951Fax: 01435 862942
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.broadoak.e-sussex.sch.uk
Executive Headteacher: Mrs Inez MorseHead of School: Mrs Jackie HewessSecretary/Bursar: Mrs Debbie HazeltineJoint Chair of Governors: Mrs Simone Foy and Ms Sam Gleadow