General Information 

Homework
Every teacher sets homework and we encourage parents to assist and encourage their children. Homework gives students an opportunity to revise spelling and basic mathematics facts or complete assignments. Often it is an independent research assignment or a creative activity. Independent study at home develops good habits for later in a child’s education and pupils at the intermediate school age are ready to start developing these good habits.

Attendance and Pupil Safety
It is essential that we know the whereabouts of every student and so it is important that parents contact us if your child is to be absent for any reason. If you don’t contact us we will try to reach your family by telephone.    The school can be contacted from 8.00am.

Our school day is:

            8.50am     - 12.40pm
            12.40pm   - 1.25pm (LUNCH)
            1.25PM    - 3.00pm

 Regular and punctual attendance is essential.

Canteen
Pupils can purchase their lunch at the school canteen. Orders are placed each morning in class. The canteen is open at interval and lunchtime.

PUPILS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO LEAVE THE SCHOOL AT ANY TIME DURING THE SCHOOL DAY WITHOUT BEING ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT OR CAREGIVER.    Experience has shown that leaving the grounds to purchase lunch elsewhere or going to a friend’s house for lunch can lead to unfortunate consequences.

Dress Code
In consultation with parents, a functional and attractive uniform has been selected to give our pupils a sense of belonging and pride. We insist that:

    High Standards of dress are maintained and that pupils wear the correct uniform every day. 
    Our pupils are clean and tidy. 
    All clothing is named. 
    Boys shoes are black leather lace-up. 
    Girls shoes are black leather lace-up or black leather with a single strap. 
    Black roman sandals are an option for both boys and girls. 
    Jewellery is confined to a wrist watch and one stud per ear. 
    Please note that rings and dangling earings are potentially dangerous and are thus prohibited. 
    Pupils do not wear make-up, fingernail polish or hair products, nor tint or dye their hair. 
    Long hair should be tied back or plaited for safety reasons.