FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


This page provides answers to a series of questions which are often asked about day to day matters. Click on a question to be taken to the answer

If my child is ill, how and when should I inform the school?
Parents/carers must inform the school office as soon as possible in person or by sending a note in via your child's class teacher or by using any of the school contact details.

What are the school the opening hours?
KS2 (years 3-6)start at 8.40am, KS1 (years 1&2) start at 8.50am and FS (Reception) starts at 8.55am. KS2 finish at 3.00pm. and KS1&FS stage finish at 2.55pm when full-time. FS finish at 11.55am when part-time.

What are school office opening hours?
The office is open between 8.30am and 3.00pm.

What are the term dates?
Term dates (children at school)
Term 1 5th September – 17th. October
Term 2 29th October - 21st. December
Term 3 8th January – 15th. February
Term 4 25th February – 4th. April
Term 5 21st April – 23rd. May
Term 6 2nd June – 23rd July

Where do I buy uniform?
A range of uniform displaying the school logo can be purchased from the school office. Standard polo tops and trousers or skirts etc. can be bought from usual shop outlets e.g. Woolworths.

Where do I buy PE kit?
Standard white tee shirt and black shorts can be purchased from any usual shop outlet, accesssories e.g. bags with school logos, can be purchased from the school office.

What do I do if I am worried about my child’s progress?
Always talk with your child's class teacher first. It is important to keep up this link to ensure home and school have a common understanding of how best to meet the needs of your child. Concerns can then be referred to senior staff if needs be.

What do I do if I need my child to be absent from school during term-time?
It is a legal requirement that the school is informed if a child is absent for reasons other than sickness. Please download and complete the linked form which must be returned to the Headteacher at least 14 days before the requested absence.(Warning - allow time for complete download)