Attendance Matters
Absence
We would expect parents/carers to inform the school by 9.30am by phone, e-mail, or in person, if your child is unwell and unable to attend school. If we have no reason for the absence by 9.30am the absence will be recorded as unauthorised. Admin staff will chase up any unexplained absences and members of our behaviour team will visit family houses if we are unable to contact parents. We would also expect to be notified if your child has a medical appointment. Families with persistent attendance issues will be contacted by the Local Authority officer employed by school to address any support needed.
Punctuality
Punctuality is an important social convention and late arrivals disrupt the routines of the school. At Boothferry, we support and challenge families that are regularly late. We would therefore request that parents make every effort to ensure their children arrive for the start of lessons at 8.55 a.m. To aid this, we open the classroom doors at 8.40, partly to ease congestion and partly to allow the children to settle. We set ‘early’ work at these times. Staff, including our Behaviour team and Senior management are always available on the gate in the morning if you feel you need support. School finishes at 3.30 p.m. every day.
Term Time Holidays
From June 2013, school’s no longer have any authority to authorise absence for a family holiday during term time. Any such absence is unauthorised and is liable for a fixed term penalty notice. We would appreciate advanced notification of any absence wherever possible so we can account for your child’s absence without needing to call or text you. Please see Mr Sibley for further clarification.
“My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.“
“When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.“
“The bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.“
“The after school activities, film nights and discos.“
“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”
“The joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.“
“The best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. “
“the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.“
“The photography club is brilliant, I think introducing things like this is brilliant for the children.“
“Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.“
“School leaders are ambitious and highly knowledgeable about teaching and learning.”
“This school meets our expectations in every way.“
“The friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”
“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.“
“Pupils who speak English as an additional language make rapid progress. Disadvantaged pupils are also supported well to make good,
and sometimes better, progress in reading, writing and mathematics.”
“The headteacher, deputy headteacher and the assistant headteacher make an effective team. They sustain a culture of continuous i improvement through the school’s vision and specific learning goals, which include resilience, morality and adaptability.”
“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”
“The headteacher, senior leaders and governors are ambitious for pupils. Their determination has made Boothferry Primary a flourishing and successful school.”
“The teaching of phonics is a strength and enables pupils to make rapid improvement in their early literacy skills. ”
“Thank you for treating my child like your own.“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“Pupils’ personal development and welfare are outstanding. Pupils thrive and are keen to learn. They know how to look after their
wellbeing and how to keep safe. The school is an inclusive and happy place.”
“My son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .“
“I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.“
“The stimulating learning environment. “
“Children get off to a strong start in early years. This is due to effective leadership and skilful teaching. The proportion of children reaching a good level of development is improving yearon-year.”
“My children are thriving as the school is committed to learning and progression.“
“My kids love the fruit on the snack table.“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“The curriculum is well designed to include a range of exciting themes, visits and visitors to enhance pupils’ learning. Pupils become
confident individuals who are well prepared for the next stage of their education.”
“I love seeing school events on Twitter.“
“..closeness between all age groups and years.“
“Being part of their learning – it doesn’t just stay in the classroom.”
“My children are developing very well in school.“
“You can approach any member of staff and they help you.“
“The Head teacher and deputy are fab, they join in everything.”
“The choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.“
“School leaders have taken effective action to ensure that pupils make at least good progress from their low starting points in reading,
writing and mathematics in all year groups.”
“Opening the school doors at 8.40am has made it much easier as it is less crowded.“
“Teachers, including those who are new to teaching, have high expectations, and they plan creative lessons that spark pupils’ interest and inspire them to do well.”
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
“Leaders use funding well to ensure that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make strong progress from their different starting points.”
Boothferry at Young Voices…..Just WOW! What an experience.”
“the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.“
“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”
