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Respect is at the heart of our school. With mutual respect between home and school, pupil and teacher, parent and teacher, school and community, the school achieves its aims.

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Brandling School has scooped a number of awards in recent years including the Basic Skills Award, Arts Mark Silver Award, the Healthy School Award and the International Award.

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Welcome...

We are a small friendly school, which values the contribution of parents in all ways from working and reading with their children at home, to acting as parent representatives on our Governing Body or working in the classroom. Working in partnership, we seek to provide the best possible education for all the children who attend our school.

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A recent Ofsted inspection carried out in January 2004 complimented the school on being very successful in establishing an excellent atmosphere for learning. Inspectors said that this “very effective school, provides a good quality of education�

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The School Improvement in place is based upon sustaining present standards, securing continuous improvement and raising standards even further. The development of solid basic skills is at the heart of all initiatives, however Brandling intends to innovate and use “the arts� and their international links to raise children’s aspirations, extend their knowledge, widen their experiences and get them to think “outside the box�. The curriculum offered has the potential to exert a lasting and fundamental influence on the quality of learning and achievement of all children in the school. We are developing the whole child in a way that will prepare them for future life.

We hope you enjoy visiting our website and find it informative. We welcome your comments and feedback.

Maggie Mitford: Head Teacher



Latest News...

February 3, 2009

Anyone for Fish and Ships?

Year 5/6 have been chosen, along with three other Gateshead schools, to take part in Newcastle University's Fish & Ships project.
Fish & Ships is a two year outreach programme for children in years 6 and 7.

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January 6, 2009

Baboushka!

This year Key Stages 1 and 2 joined together to produce one christmas production: Baboushka!

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December 5, 2008

December 2008 Newsletter

Click below to view our newsletter for December. There are important diary dates in here!!

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Oh Christmas Tree! Oh Christmas Tree!

A group of lucky children were chosen to go to Chopwell Woods to choose our Christmas Tree this year.
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Categories: News , Reception , Y1/2 , Y3/4 , Y4/5 , Y6

November 7, 2008

Takeover Day 2008

Today was National Takeover Day, where children have been given the opportunity to 'takeover' different responsibilities within school.
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Categories: News , Nursery , Reception , Y1/2 , Y3/4 , Y4/5 , Y6

November 4, 2008

Dawn Sings

Listen to Year 4's Harvest Festival Song

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Listen to our Podcast and download it to iTunes.

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October 16, 2008

Harvest Celebrations

Today we all went to Christ Church to take part in our annual Harvest Celebration.

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We talked about how Harvest is a time to share.

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and also a time when we should think about people less fortunate than ourselves.

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We sang Harvest songs and listen to Trevor as he said special prayers for all of us.

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October 15, 2008

Beamish Day Out!

Year 4/5 and Year 5/6 went to Beamish Open Air Museum to find out more about the 'Vile Victorians'.

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Categories: Y4/5 , Y6

October 1, 2008

Stories in Saltwell Park

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Year 4/5 visited Saltwell Park last week for some storytelling sessions.

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May 26, 2008

Thomas Hepburn Half Marathon Challenge

Every year our school, along with others in the area, take part in the Thomas Hepburn Half Marathon Challenge. This year Miss Georgeson and Mrs Huggins took Beech Class to Gateshead Stadium to compete.
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May 6, 2008

Traveller Community Poster Contest

Mrs Walton from EMTAS (Ethnic Minority and Traveller Achievement Services) comes to Brandling every week to work with our children. This week she came to teach the whole class more about Traveller history.
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February 28, 2008

MetroCentre Maths

Year 4/5 were invited to take part in a fun maths day at the MetroCentre, Gateshead.
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February 24, 2008

Balloon Race Winner!

This is the Year 3 girl who was the winner of the Brandling Balloon Race last term. She won a shopping trip worth £50.

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She chose to go to the shops in Newcastle with Mrs Huggins. She bought toys, stationery and clothes and had a fantastic time. She couldn't wait to get back to school and show everyone her prizes!

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February 14, 2008

Careers Day 2008

Our future careers are very important and we were very grateful to be able to talk to some more professionals about what we could do when we leave school.

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February 7, 2008

Amazing Anglo-Saxons!

Year 3 visited Bede's World in Jarrow to find out more about Anglo-Saxons and how they used to live.

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December 19, 2007

Evening Chronicle Kron page

Year 5/6 were asked to write some articles and adverts for their own Kron page in the Evening Chronicle Newspaper.
They were asked to include an advert for a fantastic local company: WD Bathrooms.
The whole class took part and worked in pairs to come up with an eye-catching design for the advert.
The winning team were Johnny Iveson and Courtney Bolam. Their colourful design appeared on our Kron page in the newspaper on November 22nd 2007.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank the staff from WD Bathrooms for their sponsorship and support

For more information about WD Bathrooms, and to see the winning design go to their website: www.wdbathrooms.co.uk

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December 18, 2007

Christmas Productions 2007

The very talented children from our school put on two fantastic Christmas Productions this year.
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November 19, 2007

Important dates

Click on the link below to find out what's happening in school during the christmas period.

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November 16, 2007

Balloon Launch

The whole school came out to watch our Balloon Launch, which celebrated our Outstanding Ofsted.
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October 19, 2007

Old Bear visits Brandling

Year 1 and 2 have been learning about Toys from the past with Mrs Wilson. They had a visit from a special old bear....
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October 18, 2007

Ofsted Report

Brandling has been recognised as an 'Outstanding School' after our recent Ofsted inspection. Congratulations and thanks go to all Pupils, Staff , Parents and Governors.
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October 2007 Newsletter

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September 24, 2007

September 2007 Newsletter

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September 21, 2007

Careers Advice at Brandling

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Years 5 and 6 had a careers advice day. Different speakers gave advice about four very different careers. This lady was from the National Trust.

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Categories: Y4/5 , Y6

July 3, 2007

Sports Day

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Key Stages 1 and 2 had a fantastic time at Gateshead International Stadium for their sports day.

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June 7, 2007

Maths on the Quayside

Year 4/5 took part in a maths trail along Newcastle Quayside this week. The trail began at Guildhall Tourist Information Centre, and was a circular route which included a trip over the Millenium Bridge and a visit into the Sage Gateshead.

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May 25, 2007

Thomas Hepburn Half Marathon at Gateshead Stadium

At Brandling we love to keep fit and healthy.This week, Year 4/5 took part in the Thomas Hepburn half marathon at Gateshead Stadium.

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May 23, 2007

April Newsletter

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The Bard by John Martin

Year 4/5 pupils have recently been taking part in the Take One Picture: North, South, East, West project at the Laing Art Gallery.


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May 21, 2007

Bedesworld Visit

Year 4/5 have been studying the Anglo Saxons this half term. To find out more about their topic, they visited Bedesworld at Jarrow.
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April 18, 2007

Harry Potter at Heworth Grange

Year 4/5 visited Heworth Grange CLC to take part in ICT activities.
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March 12, 2007

Governor Induction Policy

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Child Protection Policy

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Whole School Curriculum Policy

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March 9, 2007

Gifted & Talented Policy

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February 27, 2007

January 2007 Newsletter

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February 2007 Newsletter

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January 28, 2007

Chinese New Year

Reception and Y1 went along to the Hatton Gallery for a Chinese work shop.

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We had a fun morning finding out all about The Chinese New Year with Lip Lee!

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December 20, 2006

Santa

Y1 and Y2 had a great time visiting Fenwicks window and meeting Santa Claus.

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December 19, 2006

Carols for the Community Centre

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Children and staff from Reception to Year 5 went to Brandling Community Centre this afternoon to sing carols and songs from their Christmas plays.

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December 14, 2006

The Sleeping Prince

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Key Stage 2 performed their Christmas play, 'The Sleeping Prince' to an audience which was delighted with all the songs, dances and acting from all of the children.

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Wizzy Wizard Gets a New Home

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Thanks to parent and School Governor, Lee O'Neil, we now have a new mascot. Wizzy Wizard now has his new home at our school.

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The Sleepy Shepherd

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The children from the Nursery to Year 2 worked together with their wonderful teaching team to present 'The Sleepy Shepherd' for Christmas. All parents, family, friends and visitors said how wonderful they all were.

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December 12, 2006

December 2006 Newsletter

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December 11, 2006

November 2006 Newsletter

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November 29, 2006

Fun and Fitness At Thomas Hepburn

Y1 & 2 joined Falla Park and Carr Hill Primary School to work on basic skills with Mr. Davidson and students at Thomas Hepburn. Everyone worked solidly at keeping fit and having fun. The children practised basic skills from throwing and catching to skipping.

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Children loved jumping over the mini hurdles!

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November 23, 2006

Year 4/5 Beech Class visit Segedunum

Year 4/5 Beech Class visited the Segedunum Roman Fort in Wallsend to explore their Egyptian exhibit. The exhibit is currently on loan from the Hancock Museum, and contains a range of artefacts which helped the pupils to learn more about their topic, the ancient Egyptians.
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November 14, 2006

The Ancient Egyptians

Year 4/5 have been finding out about the ancient Egyptians.

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November 7, 2006

Street Dance

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PE lessons have been especially musical with the help of Donna from Heworth Grange School.

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October 29, 2006

The Centre For Life

We all went along to the Centre For Life to learn about 'Our Body' as part of our science topic Health and Growth.

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We all worked in groups and learned about teeth, bones and animals.

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October 28, 2006

Baby Lucy's Baptism

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We have been learning all about baptism in our R.E. lessons this term. We all went along to Christ Church to take part in our own Baptism and to talk to Trevor.

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October 18, 2006

Theatre at Brandling

As part of the Take That 2006 Y1/2 were privilaged to see two productions: Feather and Stone at Carr Hill Primary School and The Tree of Life at Brandling.

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October 17, 2006

Keeping fit and healthy!

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The children have shown how good they are at keeping fit. Everyone participated in our sponsored event this term. Year 1/2 raised over £140!!! A big thank-you goes out to everyone who contributed.

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October 13, 2006

Children go 'down pit'.

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Year 3/4 had a fantastic trip to Beamish Open Air Museum last Monday. We were looking at mining and how life was lived almost 100 years ago.

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October 10, 2006

Patterns across the Pond

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Y3/4, with the help of Miss Hopkins and textile artist Karen Clough, have begun a project linked with Beamish Museum to celebrate the tradition of quilt making.

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September 28, 2006

Roald Dahl - A Class Biography

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Year 6 have created an online presentation of Roald Dahl's life - you can view the video by clicking the link below.

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September 27, 2006

September 2006 Newsletter

The latest school newsletter is now available for download:

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September 1, 2006

Staff List

Mrs M Mitford - Headteacher

Nursery / Reception
Mrs E Cherry (Teacher)

Y1/2
Mrs S Wilson (Teacher)

Y2
Miss L Hopkins (Teacher)

Y3/4
Mr A Rudge(Teacher)

Y4/5
Miss L Georgeson (Teacher)

Y6
Miss D Foster (Deputy Headteacher)

Mrs W Davidson - Learning Support

Mrs A Ashpool - Teaching Assistant
Mrs D Huggins - Teaching Assistant
Mrs K Taplin - Teaching Assistant
Mrs J Watson - Teaching Assistant
Miss M Willison - Teaching Assistant

Mrs L Johnston - Administration Assistant
Miss M Blair - Administration Assistant

Mr M Hardwick - Caretaker

Miss M Dixon - Cleaner
Mrs A - Cleaner

Mrs J Sinclair - Lunchtime Supervisor
Mrs M Walton - Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant
Mrs J Archer - Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant
Miss L Walton - Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant

Miss A Madison - Cook
Mrs J Cairns - Kitchen Assistant
Mrs C Pine - Kitchen Assistant


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August 29, 2006

School Prospectus 2006-2007

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This brochure is intended to help answer any questions about our school but of course we are available to discuss any matters of interest or concern with you personally at any time.

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August 15, 2006

Mission Statement

The principle purpose of Brandling Primary School is to:

provide a high quality education which will enable pupils to achieve success and develop their true potential

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August 13, 2006

Inclusion Policy

The mission statement of our school talks of valuing the individuality of all of our children. We are committed to giving all our children every opportunity to achieve the highest of standards. This policy help to ensure that this happens for all the children in our school – regardless of their age, gender, ethnicity, attainment or background. This policy should be read in conjunction with policies on S.E.N., Equal Opportunities, E.A.L. and gifted and talented children.

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August 11, 2006

Health and Safety Policy

This is a health and safety policy for Brandling Primary School. This does not replace the council’s safety policy for the Education Department’s safety policy but is in addition to them for the benefit of teaching and non-teaching staff and pupils. Copies of these documents, along with other Codes of Practice and information on health and safety matters will be found in the school’s health and safety file.

This policy deals with those aspects over which the Governing Body and the headteacher have control and covers safety associated with the building structure, plant, fixed equipment and services for which other officers of the authority also have responsibility; it describes how the headteacher is discharging their responsibilities in respect of pupils, visitors and other employees who are present on school premises in the internal organisation, management and discipline of the school in accordance with the Articles of Government.

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August 9, 2006

Attendance Policy and Guidelines

Since compulsory schooling became law through those Early Education Acts, schools and Inspectors have emphasised the importance of good attendance. We at Brandling Primary School realise the contribution which good attendance makes to our educational aims and the quality of provision we offer, therefore, we encourage each child’s full attendance and punctuality right from his/her earliest days in school. Where a concern about punctuality or attendance is expressed we deal with it as quickly as possible through the systems outlined in this policy.

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August 6, 2006

Medicines Policy

There is a need for a clear policy dealing with the issue of medicines and children with medical needs in school. This should be understood and accepted by staff, parents and children so that problems and queries can be dealt with quickly, efficiently and with no misunderstandings.

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August 3, 2006

Marking Policy

Marking of children’s work is a fundamental part of the process of teaching and learning in school and is an important part of the assessment process. Marking demonstrates a respect for the work produced, gives feedback and indicates the ways in which the individual child can improve. Marking will also encourage the child to look at errors in a positive manner. This is in line with the school’s positive approach to self-assessment.

This policy belongs with the set of policies on Assessment, Record Keeping and Reporting. It also takes into account the school’s policy on Equal Opportunities. This policy has whole school agreement and parents and children were consulted when developing this policy.

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August 2, 2006

Gifted and Talented Policy

In our school we aim to provide a curriculum that is appropriate to the needs and abilities of all our children. We plan our teaching and learning in such a way that we enable each child to reach for the highest level of personal achievement. This policy helps to ensure that we recognise and support the needs of those children in our school who have been identified as ‘gifted’ and ‘talented’ according to national guidelines.

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July 29, 2006

Care and Supervision Policy

Above all other considerations the safety of pupils must be an over-riding concern.

Children should be under supervision at all times during the school day. From time to time it may be desirable that children are allowed to exercise some personal responsibility e.g. individual use of the library, delivering a message elsewhere, carrying out a survey or investigation. Nevertheless, each teacher has a responsibility to ensure the safety and good conduct of all children under his/her care at any particular time and should always be aware of the whereabouts of each child.

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July 20, 2006

Communications Policy

Good communication between the school and the home is essential. Children achieve more when schools and parents work together. Parents can help more if they know what the school is trying to achieve, and how they can help.

In our school we aim to have clear and effective communications with parents and the wider community. Effective communications enable us to share our aims and values through keeping parents well informed about school life. This reinforces the importance of the role that parents play in supporting the school in educating their children.

We communicate with parents through a range of different strategies. Some of our communications are the result of a statutory requirement; others reflect what we believe is important to our school.

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July 13, 2006

Collective Worship Policy

Collective Worship has been a requirement of county and other schools since passing of the 1944 Education Act. The Education Reform Act of 1988 re-affirmed the need for daily acts of worship in schools.

This document establishes the policy of the head teacher and governors of Brandling Primary School in both the educational and practical aspects of the organisation of collective worship.

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July 11, 2006

International Dimension

The governors and staff of Brandling Primary School are keen to promote and value an international dimension in the school curriculum for the wider experience of it’s pupils. We wish to prepare our pupils so that with confidence in themselves and respect for others they can live and work in a changing world.

The school has a vital role in preparing pupils for International citizenship. The promotion of the International dimension in all aspects of the curriculum will assist in removing barriers between cultures, encourage openness and positive communication between individuals and groups and thus combat racism.

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July 9, 2006

Behaviour and Discipline Policy

Effective care in school begins with vitally important work of every class teacher. The most effective method of maintaining good order is for the class teacher to foster a positive relationship with children, based on mutual respect and the willingness to listen and empathise.

Teachers show children that they care for their educational progress and social welfare through the quality of their teaching and in the way they handle personal relationships, both inside and outside the classroom. Teachers should recognise and apply the principles of good classroom management. When both classrooms and lessons are well planned and organised, children’s interests are kept and the opportunities for disruption are minimised.

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June 29, 2006

Governors

Chair
Mr E Bartley (LEA)

Vice Chair
Mrs. J. Dolan (LEA)

Parent Governors
Mr J Lisle
Mrs M Walton
Mrs J Morton
Mr L O’Neil
Mrs C Leather

Non Teaching Governor
Mr A Parkin

Teacher Governor
Miss D Foster

Co-opted Governors
Mrs H Stokes
PC Marley
Mrs J Hudson

LEA
Cllr W Dick

Observer
Cllr D Napier

Meetings and elections of Governors are minuted, reported and the business of meetings is carried on within the legal regulations and requirements. Parents have the right to put themselves forward for election to the Governing Body and they have the right to inspect the Agenda and to read minutes. Parents may bring matters to the attention of the Governing Body through their parent representative or through formal representation to the Chair of Governors. Governors have a responsibility to report all matters regarding the school and its organisation and operation. They fulfil this obligation through the annual meeting with parents.

Governors undertake training in their responsibilities and have made links with the teachers responsible for specific curriculum areas.

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