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involvement will be highly valued. Parents wishing to become voluntary helpers
should see Mrs Crook for details.

If you are concerned in any way or need to share information about your child,
then please see your child’s class teacher or the Key Stage Strategic Leader. If
you still have concerns then please contact Miss Stanton, Deputy Headteacher or
Mrs Crook, Headteacher.

SAFETY AND SECURITY ARRANGEMENTS

Our school is a busy place with many visitors, and we do need to have security
measures to protect the children and staff. Visitors are expected to use the main
entrance, and everyone should report to reception and then scan in and out using
the visitor system. All visitors are expected to wear a badge issued to them when
they scan in.

Parents must let the school know who will be collecting their children at the end
of the school day especially if there should be a change of adult or write the
message in the child’s planner. We ask for notification in writing if parents agree
to their Year 6 child walking home independently.

THE HEALTH OF YOUR CHILD
School Health Services

The school nurse is a registered general nurse / registered sick children’s nurse
with further specialised training. She is responsible for meeting the health needs
of school aged children working across several schools, having close links with
general practice and other health professionals within the primary care team.
She is based at The Kingswinford Academy.

Shortly after your child begins school you will be invited to attend for his / her
initial health assessment. During the assessment checks on height, weight,
vision, hearing and general development will be carried out and time will be given
for you to discuss any health concerns you or your child may have.

The school nurse is also involved in health promotion activities throughout the
school alongside the teaching staff.

The school health advisor visits school regularly. Pupils will have opportunity to
have checks on height, weight, vision, hearing and blood pressure. She is also
available to talk to parents to discuss any concerns regarding their children’s
health. Appointments can be arranged via the school office or by contacting our
school nurse directly. Contact number Hayley Harris Office: 01384 408990

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