Welcome to Downs View !

Welcome to Kennington CE Academy! Achieve Celebrate Succeed We are an Inclusive Community where Christian values empower us. We work with pride and passion to create life-long learners who fulfil their potential. If we work together, we will be the very best that we can be: achieving, celebrating and succeeding whilst having fun. Welcome to Kennington CE Academy!

OUR VALUES ALTOGETHER LEARN LOVE RESPECT FUN!

Key facts about the school: OUTSTANDING INFANT SCHOOL 3 FORM ENTRY –named after animals Excellent partnership with Kennington C of E Academy

Key facts about the school: 3 FORM ENTRY –named after CATHEDRALS Excellent partnership with Downs view infant school and St Mary’s Church

Teaching and Learning Vibrant and stimulating learning environments where children love to be! Highly motivated staff who are full of inspiration and thrive from new initiatives and ideas Inclusive approach to teaching and learning- recognising every child learns in a different way Teaching School Status Two Senior Leaders of Education Mastery Maths Specialist

Vast outdoor areas linked to every classroom Forest School Status Gold Arts Mark 5 Basic Skills Marks Experienced governors who proactively support and challenge Governor Mark Proactive ‘Friends’ raising money Extensive provision at lunch time Providing support and structure for the children so that it is an enjoyable experience.

Wrap around care – before and after school Breakfast Club – 7.45am- 8.40am 8.20 Club After School Club – Kent Play Clubs 3pm-6pm on site with Kennington Academy children Vast range of different clubs

A well equipped library led by a Teaching Assistant librarian. Our learning resource area is well accessed by the staff to ensure that the children can access resources to support them. We are currently in the process of setting up a children’s cooking area. We have an amphitheatre, planting beds and a quiet area to give children time for reflection.

Settling your child into Downs View Links with all pre-school providers including Childminders/ other agencies involved in your child’s life Visits to pre-school settings Pre-school sessions at Downs View Visits with your child to meet key adults and have fun! Home visits

SETTLING YOUR CHILD INTO KENNINGTON CE ACADEMY We work closely with Downs View Infant School to make the transition smooth and rewarding. We invite parents to one of our open days in terms 1 and 2 when they are considering a place for their child. We have a ‘Welcome Evening’ where we share our values, curriculum and answer any questions. We have transition opportunities in term 6. We have 4 Friday mornings where all children go to their next class to feel confident for the new academic year. SETTLING YOUR CHILD INTO KENNINGTON CE ACADEMY

Data/ our results All Data is in line with or above National data and has been for the past 5 years. Some key strengths: Children working at greater depth/ more able pupils’ attainment Disadvantaged pupils outperforming other pupils Children’s accelerated progress from their starting points in Reception to end of Year 2

Our DATA is in line with or above National Data Some Key Strengths: In year progress is strong The performance of disadvantaged pupils is in line with other pupils Data / Our results

Our community Staff teachers Parents Governors Cool Milk Church Family Liaison Officer (FLO) Church Breakfast and 8.30 Club Staff teachers Kennington C of E Academy Pupils After school Club Parents Governors Children’s Centre School Chef/kitchen staff Nurseries Uniform

Our community PUPILS Staff Teachers Governors Parents Uniform Aquila St Mary’s Church Downs View Infant school Family Liaison Officer Uniform Staff Teachers PUPILS Nourish Catering Company Aquila Governors Parents Our community Breakfast Club and Early Arrival After School Club

What do you need to do next? Make that tough decision! 2016/17 our distance was 2 miles You can apply from 6th November until 15th January on line: kent.gov.uk/OLA or apply by post using the Primary Common Application Form (RCAF) . National Offer Day 16th April 2018 Places to be accepted or refused by 16th May 2018 Vacant places reallocated by KCC 13th June 2018 You need to apply for a place for Kennington C of E Academy at the end of year 2.

Come and look around for yourselves now… Time to meet our teaching staff Ask questions Look at key information in the hall See the children here having fun!!