Meet the teacher! 2014

Mrs McDonald, Mrs Whitehead Miss Babynko Welcome to Year 1! Mrs McDonald, Mrs Whitehead Miss Babynko

Overview of tonight Lessons and assessments Topics covered Homework Routines and systems Uniform Snacks and Lunch Parent/Teacher communication procedures Some information needed from you

Aims Cater to every child's needs Provide challenge and success in learning Provide a means to enable all to access the learning Provide a safe and happy learning environment

Lessons Maths English Science RE ICT Topic PE Music PSHE

New National Curriculum Launched in September 2014 Years 2 and 6 complete their Key Stage work Expectations are raised e.g. maths Subjects are more ‘discrete’ There is some prescription (e.g. Roman Numerals, GPS) and also some choice, (e.g. English genres)

Homework Given out on Friday, back by the following Wednesday. Weekly activities – some project work. Weekly spellings Reading to an adult daily

Uniform Smart uniforms please - named Folders/book bags PE kits needed on Wednesdays and Thursdays Letters to communicate any issues, or telephone call to the office if change of collection arrangements

Snacks and Lunch Free fruit and veg in KS1, although you can provide a healthy snack if you prefer As a school we encourage healthy eating and appreciate your support with healthy lunches. School lunch FREE to KS1. If you have any concerns that your child may not be eating properly, or finishing all their lunch, please let us know.

Parent / Teacher Communication Parent evenings – Autumn Term Parent evenings – Spring Term Reports – Summer Term Open door policy Parentmail Newsletters Website – improving!

From you… Letters for collection arrangements Information regarding absence If your child is to be excused from PE Absence requests Emergency contact details

Routines and Systems Diamond Rules Rewards System Sanctions Parent / Teacher partnership Please ensure that any medication needed for your child is given to the office and in date, e.g. inhalers.

Thank you for coming!