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SECONDARY TRANSFER

The Local Authority also operates an admission policy for secondary schools, a
copy of which is sent to parents in the October preceding the year of transfer.

Parents may express a preference for a particular school but cannot be guaranteed
that their preference will be met.

After completing their primary education at the age of eleven, the majority of our
children transfer to either The Kingswinford School or The Summerhill School. We
enjoy liaison with both schools.

In the Autumn term of their child’s final year at Blanford Mere parents will receive
information from the Local Authority explaining the procedure for transfer to
secondary education. Parents at this time have the opportunity to request a place
for their child at any secondary school in the Borough if desired.

RECEPTION INDUCTION PROVISION

Our successful Induction opportunity has run for several years. In the term before
they join us, reception children are invited to come into school for a day. The date
and times of this day are organised well in advance so that parents can make
appropriate arrangements.

At this session children have opportunities to familiarise themselves with the
Reception Class area, meet the children and staff that they will be working with. A
carefully structured programme offers experience of various skills including
language, mathematics, music and art activities. Participating in the Induction
opportunities offers each child a happy and exciting introduction to school life and
ensures a smooth transition from home to school. On the Induction day, children
are advised to stay to lunch as this gives them the chance to experience eating
their lunch in the busy dining room and playing afterwards with their peers.

PARENTS AND TEACHERS WORKING TOGETHER

Parents and the School

We believe that the relationship between parents and school is very important. We
make every effort to communicate clearly and hope that you will feel happy and
welcome in our school. The class teachers send parents curriculum letters
detailing the work undertaken during the year. Throughout the year there are also
regular newsletters from the Headteacher which help to keep you informed about
the life of Blanford Mere.

We have parental consultation evenings every term. Throughout the year there
are events and activities that your children are involved in and you will be invited
to attend. We appreciate the help of parents. If your child is having any difficulties
at school the involvement of both home and school is often the best way of solving
any worries. Parents involvement in school is always welcome. There are many
ways in which you can help. We are very happy for parents to assist in the
classroom with reading, cooking, creative work, school visits, etc. Your

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