1. Primary 6 Information Day September 2016
Tonagh Primary School
Primary 6
Information Day
September 2016

2. Class Teacher and Classroom Assistant
Mrs Childs / Miss Corbett
Mr Montgomery / Mrs Banks

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

4. 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.

5. School Times
School starts at 8.55am [ Pupils will be marked as late after 9:15 am] School ends at 3pm If there is an early finish you will receive a news letter from school.

6. Links With Home
Parent Interviews – October and March Annual Reports – June If you need to speak to a teacher, please phone to make an appointment. Regular news letters sent home Text service Contact details

7. Contacting School School Phone 02892664491 Website – holidays etc–
Absence Notes

8. Curricular Areas

9. Literacy Phonics [Spelling – home revision]
Shared Reading – teach spelling, punctuation & grammar
Guided Reading – Fiction / Non-Fiction, different types of comprehension
Writing – 7 Different writing types

10. Handwriting Handwriting style Joined writing Pencil grip
Nelson Handwriting Scheme (Whole School)

11. Library Books Class Library School Library
Please take good care – possible cost incurred
Books from home

12. Numeracy Mental Maths Practical Maths, Games, Trails etc ICT Numeracy
Processes in Mathematics
Understanding Number and Number Notation
Patterns, Relationships and Sequences
Money
Addition and Subtraction
Multiplication
Division
Measures
Shape and Space
Handling Data

13. World Around Us Topics Needs and Wants Flight Where I Live – Europe
Textiles
Around the World
Vikings

14. Physical Education Appropriate P.E. Kit Statutory Curricular Area
Jewellery, long hair tied back
Swimming
P.E. Day – P6C Monday in school
- Tuesday Term 1 Swimming
- P6M Thursday in school

15. Educational Visits Importance of Permission Notes Conduct
Examples – Library, Tesco, Linen Museum
Residential – Killyleagh – 6th-9th June 2017

16. Homework Each night pupils will get: Easy read – 20mins - signed
Spellings to learn
Numeracy facts/tables to learn
Written homework – can be a curricular/research topic
(Monday and Wednesday-Literacy)
(Tuesday and Thursday-Numeracy)

17. Items Required Coats - labelled Schoolbag/PE kit labelled
Homework Folder
Pencil Case
Glue etc
Dictionary

18. 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/trousers
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 – – uniformshop.co.uk.

19. Class Routines Lining Up Daily Timetable Class Jobs Take Ten
Healthy Break Promoted
Fruit Shop -25p per piece

20. Punctuality, Absences, Dinner Money etc
Importance of being on time
Importance of full school day
Notes re: absences
Holidays
Dinner Money - £2.50 – can be paid on Mondays

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

22. School Rules & Behaviour
Class Management Plan
School Rules-Electronic Devices
Our Expectations
Rewards and Consequences
Playground Behaviour
Buddy System

23. Reward Systems Class Rewards Traffic Lights Merit Stickers
Principal’s Awards

24. After School Clubs
Term 1&2 – Hockey, Football, Netball, Good News Club
Choir is run during school hours
Term 3 – Cricket, Tag Rugby, Art

25. A.Q.E. Note sent home to opt in/out of A.Q.E class before Christmas
1 afternoon session a week
January-Easter 1 test a week in class
Easter-June 2 tests a week in class
Weekend homework form January-June

26. Any Questions?
Please feel free to arrange an appointment to speak to us or Mrs Stevenson should you have any queries.