School Day

Start of the day

School opens at 8.15am. You will be notified of the time that each year group is expected to arrive at school prior to the commencement of the academic year. Younger siblings may be dropped off at the same time as the older child. In the mornings, children line up at the Avenue sloped entrance.

There is the option to drop children from 7.45am, please see our wrap-around care provision.

The car park is available for both drop-off and pick-up; where your child will be accompanied into and out of the car by a member of staff, although parents are not be able to park or leave your car.

Assembly

Assembly is often led by teachers or the Head but on Fridays throughout the Spring and Summer terms each form takes a turn giving a presentation to other forms. Religious topics, current affairs, school rules and items of general interest are covered. Parents of performing children are invited to attend.

Break time

All children have a mid-morning break. Children are given a drink of water and milk is provided as an option for Reception free of charge. Children of all ages are encouraged to bring in a healthy snack such as a piece of fruit to eat during break time. Sweets, crisps, canned or bottled drinks are not permitted and our ‘no nuts’ policy must be observed.

All pupils then go outside for supervised play in the playground except during very wet weather.

Lunch

Our specialist caterers, Lexington Catering offer a menu to cater for all dietary requirements that is balanced, nutritional and appealing. A varied menu is planned at the beginning of each term. All produce is of a high quality, from a reliable source and is prepared on site in the school kitchen. A sample of the weekly menu is available on our website by clicking here.

Please notify the school office if your child is a vegetarian or has other special dietary requirements.

End of the school day

Dismissal will take place from various locations to ease congestion and parents are notified at the start of each the year.