Prospectus Page One

Probus Community Primary School
SCHOOL PROSPECTUS

Dear Parents and Friends,

I trust this prospectus will provide some of the information you require about Probus Community Primary School. We are very proud of our children and all our achievements and we would be delighted to show you around the school and answer any of your questions.

We invite you to join us in the partnership between home and school which is so vital for the education and welfare of a child. Together, we can continue to enhance your children's learning and growth in an industrious, exciting, challenging, happy and caring environment.


Yours sincerely,

R. Adams
Headteacher

Probus Community Primary School
Ladock Road
Probus
Truro
TR2 4LE
Tel: 01726 882647



Chairman of Governors : Mr. D. Hayhoe

1. Probus Community Primary School

Headteacher: Mr R Adams
Probus C.P.S. Ladock Road, Probus Cornwall. TR2 4LE

Phone: 01726 882647Email: secretary@probus.cornwall.sch.uk

Contents

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1. Introductory letter from the Headteacher (see opposite)
2. Aims of the school
3. Staff and personnel at the school
4. Our school
5. Admissions and transfer to secondary school
6. General information· Pastoral care and discipline· Home / school links· P.T.A.· Transport arrangements· Extra-curricular activities· Before and after school club· School uniform· Catering· Visits and outings· Fieldwork· Charging policy· Medical services· Illness and medicines
7. School attendance
8. The Curriculum
9. Term Dates
10. School Times
11. Results of National Curriculum Assessments
12. Location of the school
Home School Agreement
Our latest Newsletter.

2. Aims of the School

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Our aims are directed towards preparing each pupil for life beyond the school. They are concerned with developing the highest standards to which each pupil can aspire through the provision of quality learning experiences and making the most efficient and effective use of all resources available to us.


Within a safe and caring environment we aim to:-

· promote high self esteem through the recognition of individual qualities and achievements.

· encourage self respect and self confidence, and an ability to respond to the feeling and needs of others.

· provide equality of opportunity for each individual to develop a broad and balanced view of the world.

· develop knowledge and skills, by realising the intellectual and physical potential of each individual.

· develop independent thinking and learning and a confidence to question and reflect upon knowledge and experiences.

· promote an understanding of spiritual and moral values which reflects a sense of fairness and justice.

· foster the ability to appreciate with sensitivity the beauty of our surroundings and the wider world.

3. Staff and Personnel at the School

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List of Teaching Staff

Mr R. Adams Headteacher
Mrs. S. Penhaligon Deputy Headteacher

Mr. A. Bowyer Classteacher
Mrs. J. Grey Classteacher
Mrs. R. Berryman Classteacher
Mrs. N. Abbott Classteacher
Mrs. J. Brown Classteacher
Mrs. C. Harris SEN Teacher


Ancillary Assistants
Mrs. C. Bray
Mrs. S. Bryant
Mrs. A. Crabb
Mrs. J. Davey
Mrs. E. Eames
Mrs. T. Hayhoe
Mrs. L. Hughes

Non-Teaching Staff

Mrs. L. Hibbett Secretary
Mr. A. German Caretaker
Mrs. C. Stephens Unit Manager - Cook in Charge
Miss N. Jeffs Cashier
Mrs. K. Oxenham Kitchen Assistant
Mrs. R. Grigg Mid-day Assistant
Mrs. J. Kennedy Mid-day Assistant
Mrs. A. Ashwood Mid-day Assistant
Mrs. A. Bishop Mid-day Assistant
Mrs. D. Berryman Cleaner
Mrs. M. Handcock Cleaner

List of Governors


Mr. D. Hayhoe (Chairman) Local Education Authority 25.03.2002
Mr. R. Adams Headteacher N/A
Mrs. J. Grey Teacher Representative 21.02.2000
Mrs. A. Crabb Staff Representative 31.08.2003
Mr. R. Fish Local Education Authority 12.05.2003
Mrs. E Harper Local Education Authority 15.09.2003
Mrs. E. Eames Parent 04.06.2002
Mr. S. Flack Parent 16.10.2004
Mrs. K. Sharpe Parent 31.08.2003
Mrs. L Richards Parent 31.08.2003
Mr. D. Read (Vice-Chairman) Co-opted 16.10.2004
Mr. R. Schofield Co-opted 15.10.2004
Mr. A. Winn Co-opted 11.10.2003
Mr. H.Gould Minor Local Authority 18.09.2004
Mr. C.Nicholls Clerk to the Governors Non voting

What are the Governors?
Governors are like a Board of Directors and make decisions about school policy. Governors work together, they cannot act individually.
They meet at least once a term in school and have legal duties, powers and responsibilities, including:

* Supporting the Headteacher in the day-to-day running of the school;
* They decide what is taught within the guidelines laid down by the Department for Education:
* Set standards of behaviour;
* Interview and select staff;
* Decide how the budget is spent
* Report annually to parents, activities, achievements and key issues.

School Governors are:
* Parents,
* Teachers and staff at school,
* Local Council representatives,
* Community representatives, businessmen and women.

Parent Governors:
* Have a child in school,
* Are elected by parents of the school,
* Serve, as do other governors, for four years.

Co-Opted Governors:
* Are invited to join by elected members,
* Serve for a four-year period.

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