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GENERAL INFORMATION

Times of Day

Morning session 8.45 am – 12 noon
Afternoon session 1.00 pm – 3.15 pm

Teaching time starts promptly, so please make sure that your child has a good
start to the day by arriving on time. A late arrival can disturb both the child
and the class. Any child arriving late should report to the school office. The
school is not responsible for children who arrive at school prior to 8.45 am as
we cannot guarantee supervision. If you wish your child to come home for
lunch then they should not arrive back at school before 1.00 pm.

BEGINNING AND END OF SCHOOL DAY

Parents who need to see a class teacher urgently are asked to do so at 3.15pm.
At the end of the day please collect your child on time. If you know that you
will be late, please telephone the school to let us know.

ROAD SAFETY AND PARKING

Parking near the school is extremely difficult. If it is essential for you to
bring your child to school by car, we suggest you park in Balfour Road and walk
the remaining distance. Please think of others and park with consideration
for the local residents and remember to drive slowly for the safety of all.
Please note that the school car park is for staff only.

ATTENDANCE AND ABSENCES

If your child is absent from school, please let us know by telephone before
9.05am. The Education Investigation Service liaises with schools regularly,
and may visit parents of children who appear to have unauthorised absences
or are frequently late. The school monitors children’s attendance and
punctuality monthly, contacting parents by letter if there are concerns if
attendance has fallen below 96.1%.

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