Free School Meals
Please read the following information for parents and carers regarding the provision of Free School Meals (FSM) during the partial school shutdown due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Free School Meals Voucher Information
Online Safety Advice for Parents
ThinkUKnow.co.uk have produced some advice for parents concerned about their children’s safety online during the Coronavirus pandemic. Please click the link below in order to view it.
Cost of Living
Information about Cost of Living Support can be found here on the Government web portal.
Two Rivers Food Bank
Lunchbox Goole
Lunchbox Goole came about as a simple idea to ensure vulnerable children and young people did not miss out on a key meal of the day simply due to a lack of funding. For more information, please click here.
Worried about Mental Health?
School Nurses
The School Nurse and her colleagues wanted to inform all of the schools in the Goole area that they are still accessible for phone/virtual advice and support at this difficult time, for pupils, their parents/families/carers. Her name is Lucy James. She is a Public Health Nurse working within the Goole School Nurse and Health Visiting team (ISPHNs). As a team they are available for all children aged 0-19years.
Their office contact number is 01405 752931 and email address is hnf-tr.gooleisphnteam@nhs.net. They are able to remotely access any messages left for the team Monday to Friday 9-5, adhering to data protection guidance and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
They have a Facebook page – East Riding Health Visitors & School Nurses-ISPHNs. This page is frequently updated with useful information by the Health Visiting and School Nursing social media team.
They also have a recently launched website. On here children and their families can find lots of very useful information on various topics, with hyperlinks to trusted websites for further advice. Their website covers ages 0-19 years. The website address is humberisphn.nhs.uk
NHS Health Trainers
Lockdown Lunches and Meal Ideas
Change4Life have created recipes and shopping lists for families which can be used to create lunches for around £15 each week. Please find them here.
Moorlands Community Charity
Official Community Support Hub For Goole and Surrounding Areas. Please view the link below.
Domestic Abuse Advice
“The friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”
“Being part of their learning – it doesn’t just stay in the classroom.”
“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”
“You can approach any member of staff and they help you.“
“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.”
“Opening the school doors at 8.40am has made it much easier as it is less crowded.“
“the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.“
“My children are developing very well in school.“
“My children are thriving as the school is committed to learning and progression.“
“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.”
“The photography club is brilliant, I think introducing things like this is brilliant for the children.“
“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.”
“My son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .“
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“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.”
“This school meets our expectations in every way.“
“The best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. “
“My kids love the fruit on the snack table.“
“School leaders are ambitious and highly knowledgeable about teaching and learning.”
“..closeness between all age groups and years.“
“the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.“
History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.
“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”
“My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.“
“I love seeing school events on Twitter.“
“The choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.“
“I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.“
“The joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.“
“The Head teacher and deputy are fab, they join in everything.”
“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.”
“When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.“
“Thank you for treating my child like your own.“
“The teaching of phonics is a strength and enables pupils to make rapid improvement in their early literacy skills. ”
“The stimulating learning environment. “
“The headteacher, senior leaders and governors are ambitious for pupils. Their determination has made Boothferry Primary a flourishing and successful school.”
“Leaders use funding well to ensure that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make strong progress from their different starting points.”
“Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.“
“Miss Pulleyn is fantastic“
“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.”
“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”
“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”
“I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.“
Boothferry at Young Voices…..Just WOW! What an experience.”
“The bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.“
“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 after school activities, film nights and discos.“
