Primary 1 Information Day September 2016 Tonagh Primary School Primary 1 Information Day September 2016

Class Teacher and Classroom Assistant Miss Patterson Mrs Foster- Wilkinson Placement students

Our Vision Tonagh Primary School . . . the future begins here

Our Mission Statement Tonagh Primary School is a special place, full of learning, laughter and friendship, where children are happy, feel safe and are valued. In Tonagh Primary School we promote a love of learning inspired by quality teaching and developing individual strengths and talents. We are committed to Christian principles and promote a tolerance and respect for other faiths. Differences are acknowledged and celebrated. Everyone in our school community deserves to be cared for unconditionally and valued equally and uniquely. In Tonagh Primary School we believe that learning should be purposeful and challenging. We aim to equip pupils for lifelong learning. We want our children to have ownership of their learning and to be proud of their achievements. We believe that all members of our school community should work together and this will result in high standards, a respectful environment and successful learning. In summary, Tonagh Primary School is all about education, enjoyment, exploration and excellence. It is the place where your child’s future begins.

Child Protection Procedures Designated Teacher – Mrs Curran Deputy Designated Teacher – Miss Mackin Governor – Dr. Fisher Changes in family circumstances

Uniform   The school uniform is attractive and contributes to a feeling of belonging to the school. It is also practical and saves other clothes for out of school use. We seek the support of parents in encouraging children to wear uniform. GIRLS Grey pinafore or grey skirt Grey or white shirt/blouse or polo shirt White or grey knee socks/grey tights Grey V-neck pullover or cardigan Sweatshirt School tie School Waterproof Coat   BOYS Grey or white shirt or white polo shirt Grey trousers Grey socks Grey V-neck pullover School Waterproof Coat SUMMER UNIFORM:- GIRLS Blue gingham check summer dress or white polo shirt. BOYS White polo shirt may replace collar and tie. Sweatshirts, pullovers, cardigans, pinafores, skirts, blouses, shirts and ties are available at McCalls of Market Street or from our online uniform shop – www.tonaghps – uniformshop.co.uk.

Contacting School School Phone 02892664491 Website – holidays etc Email – astevenson795@c2kni.net tonaghps@gmail.com P1 Home-school diary

Links With Home Home/School diaries Parent Interviews – October and March Annual Reports – June Regular news letters sent home Text service Parent events Drop in

Punctuality, Absences, Dinner Money etc School starts at 8.55am School ends at 2pm. Homework club until 3pm Monday- Thursday. Early Finishes- text, newsletter Holidays Punctuality/Absence Notes Dinner Money - £2.50 – can be paid on Mondays

Class Routines Registration Visual timetable Break time- Healthy Break Promoted, 25p per day for school fruit. School dinner/packed lunch Home time

Curricular Areas

Literacy Talking and listening Phonics – games, single sounds, cvc words Writing – various writing types, cvc and high frequency word sentences Reading –shared and guided, easy reads

Handwriting Handwriting style - Nelson Handwriting Scheme Pencil grip

Library Books Class Library School Library Please take good care – possible cost incurred

Numeracy Mental Maths Practical Maths, Games, Trails etc ICT Numeracy booklets Numbers to 10 Basic addition and subtraction strategies Measures Shapes and patterns Sorting Simple charts and graphs

World Around Us Topics Nursery Rhymes Bonkers for Conkers All About Me It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year People Who Help Us Splish Splash Old McDonald Had a Farm We’re Going on a Picnic

Activity Based Learning Daily indoor and outdoor sessions Active literacy and numeracy The whole child is developed- social, emotion, thinking skills Planning and reviewing together

Physical Education Statutory Curricular Area P.E. Day – Thursday Appropriate P.E. Kit Jewellery, long hair Opportunities for outside instructors

After School Clubs Homework club Computer club Reading club

Homework Worksheet Monday and Tuesday (Please sign) Reading Monday-Thursday (Reading log) Holiday ideas in home/school diary

School Rules & Behaviour Class Management Plan Rewards –class, merit stickers, Principal. Consequences Playground Behaviour Buddy System

Items Required Coats Schoolbag Homework Folder P.E. kit Welly Boots Pencil Case for home use

Educational Visits Permission Notes Conduct Examples – Library, W5, Farm, Zoo, Tesco, Castle Espie, Balmoral Show

Any Questions?