Princess Frederica CE VA Primary School

Letter from Governors
re: SCHOOL CLOSURE

Admission 2010-11

Nursery

Nursery Criteria
Religious Form Nursery
SIF1 Child's Details

Reception

Reception Criteria
Reception Supplementary Information Form
Religious Form Reception

Newsletter
24 February 2010

Autumn Menu 2009

School Term Dates
2009-10

School Ofsted
November 2009

WELCOME TO OUR SCHOOL

College Road, London, NW10 5TP
Phone: 0208 969 7756
Fax: 0208 964 5372
admin@princessfrederica.brent.sch.uk

Headteacher Mrs S. Nettey
Chair of Gov. Mrs. P. Thiede-Palmer

Welcome to Princess Frederica CE VA Primary School

Choosing the right school for your child is not easy.

We hope our prospectus will make your decision easier by giving you an idea of what it is like to be part of Princess Frederica Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School and what we are all trying to achieve.

The school was opened by Princess Frederica, a cousin of Queen Victoria, in 1889. It is a happy school with a warm atmosphere, where we strive to provide a high standard of education for all our children.

The school which is two-form entry and multi-cultural, is situated in a quiet residential area of Kensal Green. Most of our pupils live nearby, though some travel greater distances to attend.

At Princess Fredrica, we believe education is a partnership between school and parents/carers. For this reason, we encourage active relationships with families, which lead to higher standards and well-being for all the children in the school. We provide a stimulating environment where children are nurtured and challenged to achieve high standards in all areas of their learning.

All the staff and governors look forward to welcoming you and your child to Princess Frederica, and hope this will be the start of a long and happy association with the school.

Aims and Ethos

As a Church of England VA School, Princess Frederica is fully committed to providing high-quality education, with the full participation and support of children, staff, parents/carers, governors, friends of the school and the wider community.

Our school reflects the rich diversity of the locality and takes pleasure in its different cultures and languages.

Through our caring and stimulating environment, we encourage all children to develop into active and considerate members of society.

Each child and member of our school community is special.

Together we aim to

- Encourage each child to achieve their full potential through active participation in all aspects of school life.

- Deliver high quality teaching in an environment that fosters an appetite for learning.

- Establish a positive, orderly and purposeful school community, where each child has the opportunity to develop intellectually, socially, emotionally, physically and spiritually.

- Ensure each child has full and fair access to all aspects of the curriculum and to encourage his/her own interests, talents and gifts with enthusiasm.

- Develop respect for self, others and the environment with a view to eliminating all forms of inappropriate behaviour.

- Ensure that each child receives an education in line with Government legislation and the National Curriculum.

We are organised

There are approximately 425 children in our school aged 3 to 11, organised into mixed ability, single-age classes.
The average class size is 30 children. Classes have one class teacher and also benefit from Learning Support Assistants.

There are approximately 425 children in our school aged 3 to 11, organised into mixed ability, single-age classes. The average class size is 30 children. Classes have one class teacher and also benefit from Learning Support Assistants.

Foundation Stage

This stage comprises of one nursery and two reception classes.

Key Stage 1

This stage comprises of years 1 and 2. There are two classes in each year group.

Key Stage 2

This stage comprises of years 3 to 6, again there are two classes in each year group.

Teachers plan together to ensure the children receive a broad, balanced and appropriate curriculum following national guidelines.

Each Key Stage enjoys an exclusive playground which is well equipped with a range of outdoor equipment and activities. There is also a "Peace Garden" with benches where children can go to pursue quieter activities.

The foundation stage playground is an integral part of the six areas of learning and is continuously in use.

AT PRINCESS FREDERICA WE...

Admissions
We encourage parents/carers who wish their child to come to our school...

Behaviour Management
We have school rules based on positive reinforcement, which are displayed in every...

Curriculum Enrichment
A range of clubs are available for children to join. Currently they include junior & senior...

Helping your child
We welcome your help, both at home and at school. A homework timetable for each...

Child Protection
We take children's safety very seriously. The Deputy Headteacher is the designated...

Keeping you informed
We send newsletters home on a regular basis.

THE CURRICULUM

Our curriculum is planned to promote learning and development within a Christian framework. Curriculum letters are sent home at the beginning of each term. During the year the children are assessed both formally and informally. We track each child's progress and involve children in their own target setting.

At the end of year six [Key Stage 2) the children take the statutory tests and the results are reported to you.

ADMISSIONS

Our admission criteria is reviewed annually and attached to the admission application form.

In the spring term the Headteacher holds a meeting for new parents to visit the school.

We encourage parents/carers who wish their child to come to our school to make an appointment to look around and see the school in action. There will be a chance to talk with a governor and the Headteacher, who will discuss the expectations and ethos of the school and answer any questions you may have.

BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENT

At Princess Frederica we have school rules based on positive reinforcement, which are displayed in every classroom. Children are rewarded for following the rules, exemplary behaviour, good work and positive attitudes.

We expect children to follow the school rules. We have a house point system and all children are allocated to a house. These are named after famous people who have connections with our local area. We aim to enable the children to take responsibility for their own behaviour. Where children find this difficult a range of strategies is employed to support them. We will contact you if we have concerns about your child.

Copies of our Behaviour Management Policy are available for parents to read.

CURRICULUM ENRICHMENT

Educational/Residential Visits

We are committed to high-quality visits, to enhance children's learning. Trips are linked to topic work and parental permission is sought. A contribution is requested to cover the cost of transport and entrance fees (if applicable). All Key Stage 2 pupils have the opportunity to go on a residential visit.

Extra Curricular
Activities

A range of clubs are available for children to join. Currently they include junior & senior choirs, ball games, art, chess, gardening, ICT, fencing, football, steel pans, maths and dance club

HELPING YOUR CHILD

We welcome your help, both at home and at school. A homework timetable for each year group is attached to the curriculum letter. We hope that by working together we can help your child enjoy success at school.

CHILD PROTECTION

We take children's safety very seriously. The Deputy Headteacher is the designated person for child protection in the school, and will forward any concerns to the relevant families and appropriate agencies.

KEEPING YOU INFORMED

We send newsletters home on a regular basis. The governors produce a School Profile about the school.