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

2. Class Teacher and Classroom Assistant
Mr Livingstone
Miss Hughes

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 Late marks from 9.15am School ends at 3:00pm If there is an early finish you will receive a news letter from school.

6. Links With Home
Parent Interviews – October and January/February 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
Easy Reads
Reading
Writing

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 Eco – warriors (Conservation/Recycling)
Fair Enough (Fair Trade)
In the news (Journalism)
Thinking Through The Past (Victorians)
Bridges
Unsinkable (Titanic)

14. Physical Education Appropriate P.E. Kit Statutory Curricular Area
Jewellery, long hair
Swimming
P.E. Day – Wednesday

15. Educational Visits Importance of Permission Notes Conduct
Examples – Library, W5, Tesco, RADAR, Balmoral Show
Residential – Killyleagh

16. Homework Each night pupils will get: Easy read – 20mins - signed
Spellings to learn
Maths facts to learn
Written homework – either numeracy or literacy
(longer ‘project’ type homeworks to be introduced as year progresses.)

17. Items Required Coats Schoolbag Reading Folder 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
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
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
Our Expectations
Rewards and Consequences
Playground Behaviour
Buddy System

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

24. After School Clubs Term 1&2 – hockey, football, netball, choir
Term 3 – cricket, tag rugby, cycling proficiency

25. Assessment & transition
School selection January (3-5)
End of Key Stage Level
PTM & PTE

26. A.Q.E. 2 tests a week Homework each night Afternoon sessions
Dates for tests:
Paper One                 10am on Saturday 12th November 2016
Paper Two                10am on Saturday 24th November 2016
Paper Three              10am on Saturday 3rd December 2016

27. Any Questions?