Page 10 - Information for Parents

GENERAL INFORMATION

Times of Day KS1 and KS2

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

Reception morning 8.50am – 11.45am
Afternoon 12.45pm – 3.20pm

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 arrive back at school for 12.55pm.

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 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 Support 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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