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The aim of our school is to ensure that each child fulfils
his or her potential, and attains the best possible results in
all areas of the curriculum. We value each and every child,
and cater for lots of different learning styles in our
teaching.
We aim to develop positive self-esteem in our pupils, and
BRITANNIA COMMUNITY PRIMARY
the ability to work independently. We encourage our
SCHOOL
H E A D T E A C H E R M R . P . M O R L E Y
children to care for each other, and to respect and tolerate
each other’s viewpoints. We understand that all children
are different and have different skills and talents. We
At Britannia School, all members of our community strive to rejoice in that difference and value the diversity it brings
create a school which is welcoming and safe, and where all to the life of the school.
pupils and adults are valued and treat each other with care and
respect. All the staff, governors and children work together to
create a safe, successful learning community, where
We provide a learning environment that is both challenging everyone is able to give of their best and provide a caring
and supportive. environment for all.
BRITANNIA CP SCHOOL The school offers Primary Education to children in the age range 4
years to 11 years. The children are divided into seven classes. At
HEADTEACHER: MR. P. MORLEY the end of Y6 (normally July) pupils transfer to secondary education
and enter Year 7.
ROCHDALE ROAD • BACUP • OL13 9TS
In addition to the Head Teacher there are presently 7 full time
PHONE: 01706 874447 • FAX: 01706 873935 teachers. The school has part time non-teaching staff – 2 school
clerks and 9 Teaching assistants. There is a site supervisor and 5
E-MAIL: HEAD@BRITANNIA.LANCS NGFL.AC.UK welfare staff.
WEB SITE: www.britannia.lancsngfl.ac.uk
Introduction
Britannia school was opened in 1928 as an Infant and Junior School for
the Britannia area of Bacup. In 1982 the hall and administration block
was added and the kitchen enlarged. In February 1986 further
improvements were completed allowing the school to have a resource
area in the centre of the teaching block, 7 full sized classrooms, a library
and an audiovisual room. In 2001 the audiovisual room was converted
to a computer suite. The school has about 3 acres of grassed playing
fields in addition to the hard surfaced playgrounds.
The School Curriculum
Literacy
Government legislation requires pupils at certain ages to undertake Core In Literacy we work with the children to develop their ability to
and foundation subjects. The curriculum must be balanced, broadly communicate effectively in speech and writing and to listen to
based and: others with understanding. We support and encourage children using
a) promote the spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical a variety of teaching strategies to become enthusiastic, fluent and
development of pupils. responsive readers who can learn and gain pleasure from the written
b) fulfil the requirements of the National Curriculum. word.
c) prepare pupils for the opportunities, responsibilities and
experiences of adult life.
The Core subjects are English (Literacy), Mathematics (Numeracy) and
Science.
The Foundation subjects are History, Geography, Design Technology,
Information Technology, Music, Art and Physical Education.
The National Curriculum has set Programmes of Study in all subjects
for pupils at various stages of their school career, but it is left to school
to plan schemes of work to deliver the programme of study.
Copies of the National Curriculum documents are available in school.
Writing is an essential skill for all of us and Literacy lessons at Numeracy
Britannia include attention to grammar, spelling and handwriting. A high priority is given to the teaching of Mathematics through the
Children know the qualities we are looking for in their work and they daily Numeracy lesson. Children develop and apply their knowledge
are given opportunities to evaluate and reflect so that they are able to and skills through a wide range of stimulating ideas. Problem
develop their own sense of quality. We believe in giving clear feedback solving is important and we also see an essential place for routine
to our children so that they know when they have succeeded and what practice and exercises (tables etc.)
they need to do to improve even further. We encourage enjoyment of mathematics and extend the child’s
experience by taking practical opportunities to use mathematics in
other areas of the curriculum e.g. science and technology. A weekly
maths game loan scheme is also available to the children.
Science
At Britannia School we believe that the way in which young people
find out about the world in which they live is as important as what
they discover. Most young people are curious about scientific
phenomena and often have their own explanation for what they
observe.
Lessons are often practically based to give the children the
opportunity to consider ideas for themselves. They are encouraged
to develop and demonstrate hypotheses as well as record their work
in a variety of ways.
The key elements of the curriculum are – life processes and living
things, materials and their properties and physical processes.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
It has been widely accepted that good ICT capability among pupils
enhances and improves learning across the whole curriculum. At
Britannia we have embraced this technology by providing a suite of 17
multimedia PCs, classroom based PCs and interactive whiteboards. This
means that pupils quickly become familiar with the use of ICT in many
contexts; not only do they develop very good capability with hardware
and software, but they are able to make informed choices about how and
when to use these skills to their advantage.
But don’t just take our word for it – the pupil pages on our school
website were built entirely by Year 6 pupils during the after school web
club.
Design Technology Art and Design
Design Technology is about making things that work. Children learn to Art at Britannia offers opportunities for our pupils to develop
think creatively in order to solve problems or address needs. They understanding of colour, form, texture and pattern. The curriculum
develop practical skills, an appreciation of good design and an includes drawing, painting, textiles, printing, sculpture, collage and
awareness of safety issues. They learn to co-operate and work in a team digital media. Children are able to experience different techniques
sharing and modifying ideas. From Reception making models out of and processes in order to express themselves creatively, and learn to
junk materials to Year 6 making controlled vehicles; we want to make appreciate the work of others around them and that of artists,
creating things that work well exciting, inventive and fun. craftsmen and designers in the wider world.
Music P.E.
We aim to give our children enjoyment, understanding and satisfaction At Britannia we see the experiences of P.E. in a safe and supportive
from music. This powerful form of communication promotes environment as vital and unique to our pupils’ physical and
confidence. It enables personal expression, reflection and emotional emotional development and health. We believe we offer a balance of
development. individual, team, co-operative and competitive activities that often
At Britannia, active involvement in different forms of music making carry over into after school league and cup tournaments. The
develops a sense of togetherness and identity. We have musical Rossendale Sports Development team currently add to our P.E.
assemblies, an annual production, and peripatetic teachers of violin, curriculum with specialist coaching in cricket, handball, hockey,
keyboards, brass, flute and clarinet. rugby, karate and football.
Religious Education
Our school assemblies and Religious Education lessons are of a
broadly Christian nature in accordance with the Education Reform
Act. Any parent, however, has the right to withdraw his/her child
from any religious worship. The Head teacher should be informed
in writing if this is your intention.
Religious Education forms a part of the normal classroom
curriculum and incorporates comparisons between various world
religions, creeds and customs.
Sex and Relationship Education advice from outside agencies. We will continue to use the IEP’s but
they may be more detailed. This is called ‘School Action Plus’.
This programme is tailored to the age, physical and emotional maturity
In a small number of cases where a child meets the LEA criteria for
of the children. It is delivered through SRE, Science curriculum and
action we will refer them to the LEA so that they can consider
Personal, Social and Health Education. Specialists come to discuss
making a full diagnostic assessment. This will be discussed with the
puberty issues with Year 6 and once a year the ‘Life Education’ bus
parents beforehand. For pupils who have a statement of special
visits school to facilitate learning regarding drug awareness and abuse.
educational needs, the school will hold a statutory review meeting at
Special Education Needs least once a year.
More able pupils will also be provided for educationally. This could
Despite the class teacher’s support and differentiated planning, some
be through extended differentiation or extra curricular provision.
children have difficulty in learning and have special educational needs
(SEN). If this happens we provide additional help and support to ensure
Further details can be found in the school’s SEN policy which is
children with SEN make good progress. We use the SEN Code of
available for loan or can be photocopied for a small charge. Please
Practice as a basis for organising our SEN provision. We will discuss
see Mr. Morley (Head Teacher) for details.
this with parents and devise an Individual Education Plan (IEP) for the
child. This will be reviewed at Parent’s Evenings and once per term by
Should a parent have concerns about the progress of their child they
Miss McNamara – the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator
should discuss them with the class teacher. Complaints about the
(SENCO) and the class teacher. Parents will be sent a copy of the
special educational needs provision made by the school should be
current IEP and invited to give their comments. This is called ‘School
discussed with the Head Teacher. In the unlikely event that the Head
Action’.
Teacher is unable to resolve the complaint, then the parent should
If, despite this help, we are still concerned that a child is not making
write to the school’s SEN Governor, Mr P. Steen.
progress we will increase the help given to that child. We may ask for
A Summary of the Complaints procedure for parents failure to develop. Parents should be aware, therefore, that when it
appears to a member of school staff that a child may have been
Lancashire County Council’s policy in relation to complaints from abused, the school is required, as part of the local Child Protection
parents is as follows: Procedures to report their concern to the Social Services Department
a) all complaints will be dealt with as quickly and efficiently as immediately.
possible.
b) complaints should be initially lodged informally with the Head
teacher.
c) where informal attempts fail, the Head teacher will supply the
complainant with the name of the Clerk to Governors and the LEA
Officer and will provide relevant documents explaining the
arrangements for formal complaints. The clerk will subsequently notify
the Governors (who are responsible for the school’s curriculum) of the
nature of the complaint.
d) the complainant will be allowed on request to make oral
representation to the Governing Body. School Holidays 2008/2009
e) if the outcome is still unsatisfactory the complainant will be
informed of the procedures for pursuing the complaint through the LEA. Holiday lists are distributed to homes early in the academic year.
We ask that parents try to plan holidays within this framework so
Child Protection Procedures that their child’s education is not disrupted. Holidays in term times
Because of the day-to-day contact with children schools are particularly are not encouraged. The holiday list for 2008/2009 is included at the
well placed to observe outward signs of abuse, changes in behaviour or back of this prospectus.
Hours of Attendance clear that cars should not be parked on the yellow lines on the school
Morning 08.55 to 10.10 a.m. Registration and 1st session side of the road or on the opposite side of the road across from them.
10.10 to 10.30 a.m. Assembly Your child’s best road safety teacher is you - basic road safety can
10.45 to 12.00 2nd session be taught in the street. When your child is out and about with you
it’s your example he or she follows, good or bad. Although Road
Safety Education is taught within the school it is your responsibility
Afternoon 1.00 to 2.15 p.m. 3rd session as a parent to give your child the basic skills. Set a good example.
2.30 to 3.25 p.m. 4th session Never let up.
School is not responsible for children who arrive at school before 8.50 If a child crosses Rochdale Road on his/her journey to school, please
a.m. If the weather is inclement a member of staff will allow children insist that he/she crosses with the Crossing Patrol at the bottom of
into the building for 8.45 a.m., where they are expected to behave in a the school drive.
quiet and considerate manner.
The ‘play-park’ adjacent to the school grounds is not school property Accidents and Illness
and it must be clearly understood that we cannot be responsible for the If your child is sick, please inform school either by telephone or a
welfare of the children who play there before or after school. letter on return. Should a child be taken ill in school, parents will be
informed as soon as possible. It is, therefore, important that
Road Safety emergency contact numbers are kept up to date.
We try to keep vehicular traffic on the school drive to an absolute
minimum, so children who are brought to school in cars should be Medicines
deposited at the roadside. Similarly, at the end of the school day, cars The school’s medicine policy and protocols for administering
should be left at the bottom of the school drive. The Police have made it medicines in school is enclosed with this prospectus.
School Uniform should be clearly labelled. If a child loses any article they should
The school colours are grey and green. School sweatshirts are available notify their class teacher immediately. All property, which is clearly
from ‘Anne’s’ in the centre of Bacup. Uniform is not compulsory but named, can be identified and returned quickly.
children are expected to dress sensibly and neatly.
No jewellery apart from studs for pierced ears should be worn in school.
For P.E. and Games your child will need pumps, shorts and a T-shirt.
These items should be kept in a P.E. bag, which should be suitable for
hanging on a cloakroom peg. Older children will require
trainers/football boots/old shoes for outdoor games. Trainers are not
allowed for P.E. in the Hall (when a child has no indoor pumps they will
take part in P.E. with bare feet.) All stud earrings must be removed
before a P.E. lesson. If a child is unable to do this on their own they
should be taped or not be worn for school on P.E. days.
P.E. and swimming are part of our school’s curriculum and unless
advised by a doctor, children are expected to take part. Parents are
responsible for ensuring that children are correctly equipped for such
activities. The swimming pool requires boys to wear trunks and not School Discipline
swimming shorts, hats to be worn for pupils with long hair and to have a Acceptable behaviour and good manners by all children is a
letter of consent from parents for any child who wishes to wear goggles. fundamental aim of the school and is pursued by the staff at all
If for any reason a child needs to be excused from a swimming lesson a times, including the midday dinner break. It is usual to deal with
note of explanation should be sent to school. All items of clothing any problems in a routine way; the withdrawal of privileges,
encouragement to improve, discussions with the head teacher etc. are to follow these rules so that school will be a safe and orderly place
normally sufficient discipline. for children.
To protect the majority of the school community, it is necessary to
have procedures to deal with the child who habitually disobeys
school rules.
1. A formal interview will be arranged for the child with the
head teacher.
2. If after this the problems persist then parents will be notified.
3. A second formal interview will be held for the child with the
head teacher.
4. Parents will be notified, in writing, stating that if the
problems are still not resolved to the school’s satisfaction,
then the child will be excluded for a period of time from
school.
5. Notice will be sent to the parents informing them of the
The school has a Behaviour and Discipline Policy, which is available on exclusion of their child.
request, this encourages children to be responsible for their own 6. When parents receive written notification in either 2 or 4
behaviour and be aware of the consequences of poor behaviour in above, they may wish to discuss problems with the head
school. Classrooms rules are established at the beginning of each teacher and should contact school for an appointment.
school year. School rules are few in number and are made for the safety 7. It may be necessary to repeat the exclusion of a child.
of the children. We ask that parents support us in encouraging children
8. Parents have a right to appeal to the Governing Body of the Sporting Aims and Achievements
school at any point during this process. The school aims to provide children with a range of sporting
9. In rare circumstances school reserves the right to exclude a pupil activities through the school curriculum and extra curricular clubs
immediately, following a major incident. which include football, rounders, netball, cross country and
athletics.
This reflects the governors and staff’s determination to ensure that this We have a large playing field marked out for football, rounders and
school remains a place where children feel happy and comfortable as athletics during the summer term. We also have a netball court
they work to a high standard. marked on the hard surface area.
The school participates in matches against other schools.
Homework Charges may be made for education, which falls outside school
The school has a homework policy dependent upon the age of the child. hours and is not provided specifically to fulfil statutory duties
At the beginning of each school year, it will be clearly explained to the relating to the National Curriculum or to religious education.
children what is expected of them for the year. Parents will be given the Participation in such activities (referred to as an ‘optional extra’)
information in writing. All school equipment should be carefully looked must be on the basis of a willingness to pay the charges made.
after at home and any which is lost or damaged other than accidentally,
will have to be paid for. Out of School Activities
Members of staff frequently volunteer to broaden or extend certain
Charges for School Activities aspects of the school curriculum by organising clubs and groups.
These may meet during lunch break or after school. At present we
The regulations with regard to charging for school activities are laid
have a games, gardening, sewing, French, cookery, I.T., rounders,
down by the 1989 Education Act and by Lancashire Education
football and netball clubs. Football, netball, swimming and cross
Committee. They state that:
country teams play in local leagues. In addition there are
Educational Outings, Concerts and Fund Raising Activities.
Education provided by the school during school hours must be free of
charge with the exception that a charge may be made for individual
tuition in the playing of a musical instrument.
Schools may, however, invite voluntary contributions in support of any
activity organised by the school, but the terms of the request must make
clear that:
there is no obligation to contribute, and
pupils will not be treated differently according to
whether their parents have made a contribution.
School has music tuition in brass, violin, flute, clarinet and keyboard School Meals
from the Lancashire Schools Music Service. These lessons are available School meals are provided and cooked on the premises. Staff and
to K.S.2 pupils within the school day, and paid for by parents. welfare assistants supervise them. Dinner money is payable in
The school arranges an outdoor education long weekend for Year 6 advance and should be brought into school in a suitably named
pupils. The full cost of this is charged to parents, as it is not in school container on Monday mornings. If a parent thinks they are entitled
time. to free school meals a form and further information is available from
Parents’ Meetings Rawtenstall Library and the Education Office. The address is East
In early September, at the beginning of the school year, parents will be Area Office, The Globe Centre, St. James Square, Accrington BB5
made aware of the organisation of the new class and of homework, PE ORE. Telephone Number 01254 220502.
and library timetables. Parents may wish to discuss issues with the new
class teacher, in which case they should make an appointment. A formal
Parents’ Meeting is held in the second part of the Autumn Term to
discuss pupils’ progress. A further Parents Meeting is held in the Spring
Term. In the Summer Term a formal written report is prepared for each
child and parents may, should they wish, make an appointment to
discuss this with the class teacher. Please do not wait until a Parents’
Meeting if your child has a specific problem. All members of staff are
willing to discuss these matters at any time, and are pleased when
parents show an active interest in their child’s progress. It is wisest to
make an appointment, however, when the discussion is likely to be
prolonged.
Sandwiches Annual Attendance 2006/2007
Children who prefer to bring a sandwich meal are also accommodated
but are asked not to bring drinks in glass containers such as bottles or Attendance Absence Unauthorised Absence
vacuum flasks. There are many excellent, safe plastic containers now 96% 4% 0.01%
available. Changes from school meals to sandwiches and vice versa, can
only be made at half term or end of term breaks and are made by written Success and progress at school depend on regular attendance.
request from parents. Lateness or frequent half or whole day absences impair a child’s
progress and foster a poor attitude towards school.
School Milk If a child has a medical appointment during school hours, parents
The children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 have the opportunity to should notify school in advance by letter, a telephone call or a
purchase milk for mid morning break. Milk is ordered on a termly basis personal visit. An adult must collect any child leaving school for
and money is payable the first week of every new term. It is not possible such an appointment. (Shopping trips and hair appointments are not
for other drinks to be brought into school for consuming at mid morning a valid reason for absenting a child from school.)
break.
Snacks Parent - Teacher Association
We have a very active and supportive P.T.A., which is invaluable to
Pupils may bring or purchase snacks at morning break time. The kitchen
us in our efforts to improve facilities. All parents of children
staff provide toast, biscuits and cake, which are made on the premises.
attending Britannia are automatically members and are entitled to
Pupils must be responsible for their own money. A fruit scheme
attend all meetings. The P.T.A. have contributed to many extra
operates whereby all pupils in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 are given a
resources for the school, hire the local theatre for the annual play
piece of fruit free of charge each day. Sweets and chewing gum should
and subsidise school visits.
not be brought into school.
SCHOOL RESULTS These tables show the results for Year 6 pupils achieving each level
at the end of Key Stage 2.
These tables show results for Year 2 pupils achieving each level at the
end of Key Stage 1. TEACHER ASSESSMENT
Percentage at each level
TEACHER ASSESSMENT W 1 2 3 4 5 6 Disapplied Absent
Number of Percentage at each level English 0 0 0 3 58 39 0 0 0
pupils
W 1 2 2C 2B 2A 3 Mathematics 0 0 0 6 42 52 0 0 0
Reading 0 5 10 24 33 29
Science 0 0 0 0 48 52 0 0 0
Writing 0 0 14 14 43 29
Mathematics 0 0 10 19 48 24 TEST RESULTS
Percentage at each level
Science 0 0 76 24 N 3 4 5 6 Disapplied Absent
English 0 3 36 58 0 0 3
Reading 0 3 24 70 0 0 3
TEST AND TASK RESULTS
Number of Percentage at each level Writing 0 6 45 45 0 0 3
pupils
W 1 2 2C 2B 2A 3 Mathematics 0 3 48 42 0 0 6
Reading test 0 0 71 14 14 43 29
Science 0 0 55 42 0 0 3
Writing task 0 0 71 14 14 43 29
Mathematics 0 0 81 10 19 52 19
Parent Helpers HOLIDAY LIST 2008/2009
A scheme is in operation whereby Parents who are prepared to give AUTUMN TERM 2008
regular time each week, come into school to help a class teacher in
Re-open on Tuesday 2nd Sept 2008
specific areas of the curriculum. This may involve sharing books with Mid Term Closure Monday 227th Oct
individuals or groups of children, art and craft or other practical Friday 31st Oct (incl)
Closure after school on Friday 19th Dec 2008
activities. Parents do not take the place of the teacher but give valuable
assistance. We are always pleased to accept such offers of help.
SPRING TERM 2009
Re-open on Monday 5th Jan 2009
The above information was correct in relation to this document at the
Mid Term closure Mon 16th Feb
date specified but it should not be assumed there would be no changes
Friday 20th Feb (incl)
affecting the relevant arrangements in some particular matter either:
Closure after school on Friday 3rd April 2009
a) Before the start or during the school year in question
b) In relation to subsequent school years
SUMMER TERM 2009
Re-open on Monday 20th April 2009
May Day Closure Monday 4th May 2009
Mid Term Closure Monday 25th May
Wednesday 3rd June (inc)
Closure after school on Friday 17th July 2009
Total Number of Openings - 190
School Governors STAFF LIST
2007/2008 Headteacher Mr P Morley
Chairman of Governors Headteacher
Deputy Head Ms. M Dodgson
Mrs K Holt Mr P Morley Mrs C. Hartley
‘Fir Trees’
244 Rochdale Road Mrs J Martin
Bacup Mr. N. Overton Teachers Mr N Overton
Mrs V Ward
Mrs. B. Dawson Mrs A Marston
Miss M Hartwell
Mr P Steen 16 Ronaldsway Close
Mrs. C. Nuttall
1 River Street Bacup
Miss L. McNamara
Bacup (LEA)
Teaching Assistant L3 Mrs S Rawstron
Mrs J Howard
Mrs. T. Keir(Parent Rep)
Teaching Assistant L2 Miss J Rickerby
8 Rockcliffe Villas Mr N Stratton
Mrs L Smith
Bacup 6 Green End Close
Mrs J Martin
Bacup
Miss J. Nester
Ms G Fielding
Mrs. Z. Bromley
36 Whalley Road Mr. M. Daley
Mrs. G. Taylor
Ramsbottom 6 Deerplay Drive
Mrs. J. Davies
(LEA) Bacup
School Secretaries Mrs J Dempsey
Mrs K McEvoy
Mr M. Vasic(Parent Rep)
Welfare Assistants Mrs M Purdy
294 Rochdale Road
Mrs.B. Smith
Bacup
Mrs P Greenhalgh
Mrs. T. Keir
Mrs. F. Birtwhistle(Parent Rep)
Miss J Rickerby
7 Rosemount
Site Supervisor Mr A Yeadon
Bacup
Mr K Dempsey(Parent Rep)
41 Hoghton Avenue
