Stanley Road
Tottenham
London
N13 3HD
Tel: 0208 889 8421
Fax: 0208 881 2528
Email: admin@st-johnvianney.haringey.sch.uk
http://st-johnvianney.haringey.sch.uk/
SCHOOL PROSPECTUS
2012-2013
Dear Parents and Carers,
This booklet will give you information about the school, its aims, the
curriculum and organisation.
In this Catholic school, we are committed to providing the best for
each of our pupils within a caring environment based on the Gospel
values. We rely on the support and partnership of all parents / carers
in seeking to achieve the highest possible standards for every child.
We look forward to a happy and successful association with you over
the coming years.
R. Kilbride
Headteacher
and School Staff
Contents
Page No
Description of St John Vianney Catholic Primary School
1
St John Vianney
2
St John Vianney School Mission Statement
3
The School Governing Body
4
The School Staff
5
The School Day / The Curriculum
6
Religious Education
7
English / The National Literacy Strategy
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Mathematics / National Numeracy Strategy
9
Science / Information Technology / History
10
Geography / Art and Design / Design Technology (D.T.)
11
P. E. / Music/French
12
Additional Educational Needs / Special Educational Needs
Pupils with Disabilities / Extra Curricular Activities
13
Assessment / Sex Education / Home School Links / Parental Involvement /
Parents Association
14
Homework / Regular Contact / Parent Teacher Consultation / Meetings 15
Parish - School Links / Community Links
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CONTENTS (cont)
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School Routines and Procedures / Morning Procedures /
Meeting your child / Punctuality / After School Care
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School Meals / Money / Healthy Lifestyles -'Fruits for School' Scheme 18
Attendance / Reporting Absences /
Family Holidays and extended trips during term time / Pastoral Care
19
Behaviour and Discipline
20
Bullying / Racist Behaviour
21
Health and Safety / Medical / Safeguarding
22
Educational visits and Governors Charging Policy / School Building Fund 23
Complaints Procedure / Access to Documentation /
Secondary Transfer
24
School Uniform / Mobile Phones
25
Term Dates ~ 2012/2013
26
The Governors Admission Policy
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Appendix A ~ End of Key Stage 1 & 2 Results
27-29
30 & 31
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St John Vianney School
St John Vianney School is a one-form entry Voluntary Aided Primary School with a Nursery
Class. It is situated in the Parish of St. John Vianney, West Green, and caters for children
of Catholic families from this and surrounding parishes.
Turnpike Lane underground and bus stations are within easy walking distance of the school;
the 41, 67 and 230 bus routes pass the top of Stanley Road.
The school, which opened in 1974, is of a single storey brick construction and consists of a
central hall surrounded by seven large, bright classrooms. There is an airy library, a well
equipped staffroom, five rooms for small group work and a staff study room. The grounds
are quite extensive and contain three tarmac play areas, grassed areas with trees and a wild
life area. There is also a staff car park.
The Nursery, which is part of the main building, is reached by a short corridor and has its
own play area.
The school roll is currently 210 full time pupils in the main school, plus 44 part-time nursery.
There is, at present, an established level of nine full time teachers, the Headteacher, two
part time teachers who provide additional support for targeted children, a nursery nurse,
and a team of ten teaching assistants who work alongside the teachers.
A caring, disciplined Christian atmosphere pervades the school. The staff work in a very cooperative way, supporting one another as they evolve strategies to develop the curriculum
and meet the needs of all the children in the school.
The children come from a diversity of cultural backgrounds.
The School Governors are regular visitors and encourage the school’s open door policy of
making parents welcome at all times. Our parish clergy are also frequent and welcome
visitors to the school.
An energetic Association of Friends of the School help to create an even greater sense of
community within the school and have also generated much needed funds.
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ST. JOHN VIANNEY
St. John Vianney, the patron of our school, was born at Dardilly in
France in 1786, just before the outbreak of the anti-religious French
revolution. As a child he was taught his catechism by his mother in
secret and could not make his first confession until he was eleven years
old and his First Holy Communion two years later. Even then, both
sacraments were administered in secret.
At the age of seventeen the saint could scarcely read or write. But
he spent the next thirteen years working hard to become a priest.
What he
lacked in intellectual ability he made up for in dedication and his pious lifestyle, and he
was
finally ordained in 1816 at the age of 30.
Today, St. John Vianney is best known for his untiring work in the confessional. Although at
first a little strict and severe he soon mellowed and helped hundreds of thousands of
penitents to make a good confession.
He would spend up to 14-16 hours a day hearing confessions, only ceasing to celebrate Mass and
to preach. Up to 100,000 pilgrims a year flocked to his church in the small village of Ars for
advice and absolution. He would strengthen the weak, stimulate the lazy, guide the doubtful,
comfort the desperate, warn the careless and inspire everyone who came to him to a
greater love of God. He also gathered round him a group of men and women to aid him in his work.
He organised a school, an orphanage and eventually a group of priests to give missions.
The work and prayers and penances he performed were rooted in his great love of Jesus in the
Blessed Sacrament. He prayed fervently to the Sacred Heart before and after Mass and
inaugurated continuous prayer before the Tabernacle in his church.
On July 29th 1859 the saint knew that his last days had come. He got up at his usual time (an
hour after midnight) feeling very i l l and dragged himself to the confessional. The weather
was hot and sultry; yet all day long for nearly seventeen hours he heard confessions. At the
end of the day he sent for his own confessor, the neighbouring parish priest, and made his
own peace with God before receiving the sacraments.
He lapsed into unconsciousness and on Thursday 4th August 1859, at two in
the morning, he died.
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ST John Vianney School Mission Statement
In our school children, staff, parents and carers, governors and parish will work
together to create a caring, learning environment with Our Lord as the focal
point in which each child is valued as an individual, nurtured and encouraged to
fulfil his/her potential.
Our commitment is therefore:
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To foster the development of the Catholic faith
through the teaching of the Gospel values within a
caring environment where each individual is valued
and respected.
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To develop the gifts of all our pupils in order
that they maximise their potential to achieve
their highest standards.
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To provide pupils with a high quality, balanced
education which meets their needs and
requirements of the National Curriculum.
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To plan realistically and to manage the school's
resources efficiently to ensure good value for
money from the available funds.
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THE GOVERNING BODY
Chair of Governors
Richard Milsom
Vice Chair of Governors
Susan Goddard
Foundation Governors
Susan Goddard, Father Joe Ryan, Maria Kane, Revd. Kassa Tsegaye
Local Authority Governors
Sandra Carr
Elected Governors
Natasha Marroni, Sarah Griffiths and Richard Milsom
Associate Governor – Nuala Kennedy
Headteacher Governor
Rosemary Kilbride
Clerk to the Governors
Greta Alfonso
The Foundation Governors are appointed by the Diocese. The Parent Governors are elected by
the parents. The staff elect the Staff Governor and the Representative Governor will be
appointed by the Local Authority.
The Clerk and all members of the Governing Body can be contacted via the school.
The Governors meet formally at least once each half term; members of committees meet
on a regular basis. The Governors visit the school regularly.
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STAFF LIST
Headteacher
Deputy Headteacher
Class 6
Class 5
Class 4
Class 3
Class 2
Mrs R. Kilbride
Ms N. Kennedy
Mrs M. Butcher
Miss S. Griffiths
Miss C. Collinson
Mrs S Agu
Ms N. Kennedy /
Ms McCarthy
Ms Mattimoe
Ms C. Robinson
Ms B. Duah (TA)
Mrs M. Barton
Mrs J. Edwards
(Nursery Nurse)
Admin Officer
Welfare Officer
Mrs G. Alfonso
Mrs G. Bracaliello
Site Manager
Cleaners
Mr J. Roche
Mrs J. Smith
Mrs G Marziano
SMSA’s
Mrs D. Rowley
Mrs A. Yerrill
Mrs D. Johnson
Mrs L. Terzarga
Mrs A. Nightingale
Mrs M. Kavanagh
Mrs N. Rodrigues
Mrs G. Bracaliello
Support Teachers /
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Mrs K. Phillips
Mrs G. Grey
Miss M. Whyte
School Bursar
Mrs R. Aboobaker
Teaching Assistants
Mrs J. Corsini
Mrs V. Cadogan
Mrs A. Yerrill
Mrs J. Johnson
Mrs S. Donnellon
Mrs L. Terzaga
Mrs A. Nightingale
Mrs M. Kavanagh
Mrs K. McDonagh
Mrs N. Rodrigues
Kitchen Staff
Ms E. Forde
Ms R. Mehta
Class 1
Reception
Nursery
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The School Day
MORNING SESSION
Reception Class , Class One / Class Two
9:00am~12 noon
Class Three
Class Four
9:00am-12:15pm
Class Five
Class Six
AFTERNOON SESSION
Reception, Classes 1 & 2
1.30pm ~ 2.45pm / 3.00pm-3.30pm
Classes 3, 4, 5 & 6
Nursery Morning Session
1.30pm ~ 3.30pm
9:00AM-12:00pm
Nursery Afternoon Session
12:30 PM-3:30pm
THE CURRICULUM
In St. John Vianney School our aim is to provide all pupils with a broad and balanced
curriculum which meets their needs and requirements of the National Curriculum within a
secure, enriching Catholic environment.
The Curriculum Framework
The National Curriculum details all that children in England and Wales must learn in ten subjects
and R.E.
The subjects of the National Curriculum are, R.E ~ Mathematics ~ English ~ History ~
Geography ~ ICT ~ Art & Design ~ D.T. ~ P.E. ~ Music.
The subjects which are considered the most important and on which most time is spent
are called the CORE SUBJECTS. These are English, Mathematics and Science.
In our Catholic School, R.E. is also considered a core subject and this is reflected in the amount
of time devoted to it.
The other subjects are called the FOUNDATION SUBJECTS. These are History,
Geography, Art, Music, P.E., Information and Communication , and Design Technology and
French (modern foreign languages).
The curriculum of the school has been organised to ensure continuity and progression in
learning.
During their years in St John Vianney School it is planned that the children will acquire an e ver
deepening knowledge in each subject and develop an increasing range of skills.
A variety of approaches to the process of learning are deployed. For the effective delivery
of the curriculum, teachers use a variety of organisational strategies e.g. whole class teaching,
group work or individual teaching.
Although the curriculum is initially divided into subject areas some of the teaching and
learning, particularly with the younger children, is integrated into a cross -curricular thematic
or topic approach.
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Religious Education
In the life of the Catholic school, religious education plays a central and vital part. At the
heart of the Catholic education lies the Christian vision of the human person.
This vision is expressed and explored in religious education. Therefore religious education is
never simply one subject among many, but, the, foundation of the entire educational process.
The beliefs and values studied in Catholic religious education inspire and draw together every
aspect of the life of a Catholic school. We are committed to classroom RE , because all pupils
have the right to receive an overall religious education which will enable them, in the light of
the faith of the Church, to engage with the deepest questions of life and find reasons for the
hope which is within them.
Religious education is, therefore, the core subject in our Catholic
school. The foundation of the 'Here I Am Syllabus, which we
teach are:•
Revelation
Finding meaning in life
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Church
Community of faith
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Sacraments
Celebration in symbol and ritual
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Christian living
Way of life
Each theme is explored through four topics. This means that a theme can be explored
through a different topic for Early years and Key Stage 1 and for each year of Key Stage 2.
This takes account of the ages and stages, of development of pupils in the primary years, and of
the way in which National Curriculum subjects are presented in levels. The content is so
structured that there is cohesion and progression in what children do and learn. For each
level, there are clearly stated learning outcomes, achievable learning objectives and a variety
of experiences and activities for each of the learning objectives.
During the primary years, many children will be prepared for the Sacraments of
Reconciliation and Eucharist. The partnership of home, school and parish at these times is
crucial.
Children have a natural aptitude for prayer. They are open to God.
True prayer draws us to discover God within our deepest being
and calls us to walk with God in faith. Each person has to find the
'space within' where the encounter with God takes place. In
'Here I Am', the process offers specific opportunities for
sustaining and deepening this natural aptitude of prayer through
the child’s own uniqueness and traditional prayers.
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ENGLISH
Speaking and Listening
Through our teaching in English we aim to develop pupils abilities to communicate effectively in
speech and writing and to listen with understanding and concentration.
Children will be encouraged to listen, understand and respond appropriately to others. They
will be provided with opportunities to formulate, clarify and express their ideas orally,
adapting their speech, as they grow older to an ever widening range of circumstances and
demands.
Reading
Children will be taught to read accurately with fluency, understanding and enjoyment. As
their skills progress they will learn to analyse and evaluate a wide range of texts and to
appreciate literature in many form. All classes have a library, from which the children can
choose and borrow books (in addition to their reading scheme books). In all classes the
children have reading record cards, these contain a list of books they have read, and comments
from the teacher on their reading progress. Parents/carers are asked to sign the reading card
to show that they have read the book with their child. Parents/carers are encouraged to support
the Home/School Reading plan which enhances the acquisition of language skills and raises the
attainment of individual children across the curriculum.
Phonics
In the Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1, there is a large emphasis on the teaching of phonics.
From very early on the children are taught the letter sounds, and as soon as they know a few
sounds they are encouraged to blend them together into whole words. The school follows the
“Letters and Sounds” programme for teaching phonics. The teaching of phonics is an integral
part of teaching reading and spelling at our school. Research indicates that children who do
learn phonics do better in all aspects of reading-word identification, accuracy, comprehension
and fluency. Throughout the school, children are regularly assessed on their knowledge of
letter sounds. Support is provided for children who are not progressing at the expected rate.
The RML phonics reading and writing program is used as an intervention strategy from Year 1.
Writing
In developing as writers, children will be encouraged to formulate ideas and communicate
meaning using a wide range of vocabulary and effective styles. They will be taught to structure
sentences grammatically and the whole content coherently. They will have the opportunity to
write in a wide variety of forms and for different purposes. In all written activities
children will be taught to use accurate punctuation, correct spelling and to develop neat,
legible handwriting.
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There is daily literacy in each class. The focus of learning is on the development of reading,
writing, speaking and listening skills.
Children work in a variety of ways: as a class group, in small independent groups, in a small group
with the teacher or another adult, or individually.
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MATHEMATICS
Learning in mathematics is divided into the following areas.
1.
Using and Applying Mathematics
Children will be taught to apply mathematics to practical tasks and real life problems which will
involve the use of organisational, reasoning and recording skills.
2.
Number
The children will be taught to understand place value, the relationship
between
numbers methods of computation and mental strategies to solve
problems.
3,
Shape. Space and Measures
The children will learn about geometric properties and relationships of different
shapes. They will develop measuring skills in length, weight, capacity and time using a
variety of measuring instruments.
4.
Handling Data
The children will be taught to classify, represent and interpret data
and develop an understanding of probability.
A range of tools including the use of computers and calculators
will be incorporated in mathematics learning where appropriate.
The school core scheme "Ginn Mathematics" will be supplemented by
other resources in the teaching of Mathematics.
The school follows the national guideline. An allocated time slot of between 45 minutes and
1 hour is devoted to the teaching of mathematics each day.
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SCIENCE
The two main parts of the Science curriculum are the development of scientific skills and the
acquisition of knowledge.
Through a variety of topics the children will be given opportunities to explore, investigate
and experiment in order to continue to develop and enhance their scientific skills and to deepen
their knowledge in a progressive, continuous way.
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
In this subject, pupils learn to:
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Find things out
Develop ideas and make things happen
Exchange and share information
Review, modify and evaluate work
Pupils work at desktop PCs permanently situated in each classroom, and Class 1 to 6 children
use the school's suite of laptops for whole class and group ICT lessons.
Computers have internet access which is password-protected and only used in the presence of a
teacher during lessons. Pupils at Key Stage 2 are required to sign the School's Internet
Agreement before being allowed access.
Our ICT resources are also used to promote learning in other areas of the curriculum and to
meet the need of individual children. All classes are equipped with interactive whiteboards and
these are used to good effect across the curriculum.
HISTORY
In History the pupils are given an opportunity to develop an awareness of the past and of the
ways in which it was different from the present. They are taught about important episodes and
developments in Britain's past from Roman to modern times. They learn about ancient
civilizations and the history of other parts of the world. They are helped to set their study of
the past in a chronological framework. They will also have the opportunities to investigate local
history and to learn about the past from a range of sources and information.
Visits to museums and other places of interest support work in this area wherever possible.
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GEOGRAPHY
In Geography pupils will have opportunities to investigate places and themes. These studies
will involve the development of geographical skills and the application of knowledge and
understanding.
As they progress in their learning children will become aware of how places fit into a wider
geographical context.
Two localities are studied at each key stage - the locality of the school and a locality
either in the United Kingdom or overseas which contrasts with the school locality.
At Key Stage Two any contrasting locality study of the United Kingdom is closely linked to
the school journey.
The four geographical themes of rivers, weather, settlement and environmental change are
investigated through the locality studies.
The children will have access to a range of resources e.g. maps, globes, plans, photographs, to
support learning in this area of the curriculum.
ART and DESIGN
The Art curriculum is divided into two interrelated elements: investigating and making the
knowledge and understanding.
Pupils' understanding and enjoyment of art, craft and design is developed
through teaching them the creative, imaginative and practical skills to express
their ideas and feelings, to record their observations and to design and make
images. Throughout their work children are taught about pattern, texture and
colour and they learn how shape, form and space are presented in images.
They are introduced to the work of artists, craftspeople and designers in different times
and cultures.
DESIGN TECHNOLOGY (D.T.)
Children are taught to develop their design and technology capability through
combining their designing and making skills with knowledge and understanding.
They take part in a variety of assignments and have the
opportunity to work with a range of components and materials.
They learn different making techniques and become aware of the safe use
of tools and materials.
They learn to evaluate and improve their design ideas bearing in mind the
uses and purposes for which the produce is intended. They work individually and
collaboratively.
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P.E.
Through a variety of sports and physical activities both competitive and non-competitive in
St. John Vianney school we aim to:
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encourage all pupils to be physically active and to develop a healthy
life style
teach a variety of sporting physical skills
encourage creativity and positive attitudes
ensure an awareness of safe practice
develop confidence, self-esteem and a sense of fair play in all pupils
From Reception to Class 2 children are taught games, gymnastics and dance using both
the indoor and outdoor environment as appropriate. In addition to this children in Ke y
Stage Stage Two will also have experience of athletic activities. Class 6 have the opportunity
to participate in Outdoor Adventurous Activities during their week long visit to
Pendarren House Outdoor Education Centre in Wales.
Swimming is taught to Class 6 at a local pool.
The school is also involved in sporting activities organised by outside agencies whenever
possible, e.g. The London Cricket Coaching Association, the Haringey Sports Development Team
and St. Thomas More School
Children need to change into a P.E. kit.
Indoor P.E.
PE Shorts
T Shirt
Outdoor P.E.
PE Shorts
T Shirt
A tracksuit may be worn in cold weather.
P.E. Clothing should be clearly marked with each child’s name, and stored in a drawstring cloth
bag in the cloakroom area of each classroom.
All children are expected to participate in P.E. lessons. A note is required to excuse a child
from P.E. or swimming lessons.
MUSIC
In the music curriculum the children will have the opportunity to listen to and appreciate
music from a variety of times and cultures, perform and compose also.
The children in classes 3,4,5 & 6 all have the opportunity to learn and play the recorder.
Extra curricular recorder club operates on a weekly basis.
Individual and small group music lessons are provided by teachers from the Haringey Music
Centre. The school is currently involved in an outreach music project linked to Westminster
Cathedral Choir School.
The children’s musical skills are used to enhance and enrich school and parish liturgies and
other areas of the curriculum.
MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGES
Children in Key Stage 2 receive one lesson of French each week. .
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ADDITIONAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS
The school strives to meet the needs of all pupils - emotional, social, physical and educational
support is provided and, if appropriate parents/carers. Outside agencies are contacted
and involved when additional support is required.
SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS
Children have special educational needs (SEN) if they have a learning difficulty that calls for
additional educational provision to be made for them. All children with SEN are placed on
the school's SEN register. The progress of these children is closely monitored and
regularly reviewed. Individual Education Plans (IEP) are drawn up for individuals and groups as
necessary.
All teaching staff shares a responsibility for meeting the needs of children in their classes
with SEN. The school's special educational needs coordinator (SENCO) coordinates the
provision made. This role is shared between Mrs. Phillips and Mrs. Kilbride and the Governors
Curriculum Committee oversees the implementation of the SEN policy.
The Governors and staff of St. John Vianney School welcome the opportunity to work in
partnership with parents, and other educational health professionals in supporting children
with SEN so they reach their full learning potential and are included as fully as possible in the
school community.
A range of intervention strategies are in place to support identified children in developing
their learning.
PUPILS WITH DISABILITIES
The school has an inclusive approach to education and the schools admission policy meets the
legal requirements in relation to the admission of pupils who have special educational needs,
including those with physical disabilities.
Every pupil is included in school activities as far as possible; additional support and
resources are provided when necessary in relation to identified need.
The school continues to work to improve access so that school users with disabilities can
be accommodated.
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
There is a weekly Recorder Club for able Year 6 players.
A range of after-school activities take place including;
sewing club, dancercise and gymnastics.
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ASSESSMENT
All teachers monitor the progress of the children in their classes and make regular
assessments of learning.
At the end of Key Stage One i.e. Class 2, and the end of Key State Two i.e. Class 6, the
children area formally assessed by their teachers and also take part in National tests and
tasks.
A copy of the most recent results in National tests and teacher assessments is attached at
Appendix A.
The results of the assessment and testing are discussed with parents, recorded on each
child's annual report, and are used by teachers to plan for the next steps in children’s learning.
SEX EDUCATION
Sex Education is taught in school following the Diocesan guidelines. A progressive
developmental learning program has been planned and forms part of the school's Education for
Personal Relationships and Citizenship curriculum.
HOME SCHOOL LINKS
At St. John Vianney school we are committed to maintaining and developing the good
relationships which have been built up between parents and the school.
PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT
Parents/carers are encouraged to participate in their child's learning and in the life of the
school. A register of parent/carer volunteers is being drawn up, listing the skills, talents and
expertise which parents/carers are prepared to share with the school community.
Parents/carers on the volunteer register are CRB checked and contacted when required.
PARENTS ASSOCIATION
The Friends of St. John Vianney School, our thriving parents' association provides
support for the school and organizes various social and fund raising events.
Class representatives are elected regularly by parents to form a link between the class
teacher and parents. Parents are asked to support the Association in any way that they can.
A voluntary donation of £6.00 towards School Fund is invited from each family each term.
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HOMEWORK
All the children receive assignments or tasks that need to be completed at home. These tasks
vary according to the age and the needs of the child. The information letter and homework
timetable sent out by each class teacher at the beginning of the school year will provide
more details about these tasks. Detailed information about homework tasks and organisation is
provided by class teachers in the termly class newsletters.
REGULAR CONTACT
Parents/carers are encouraged to keep regular contact with the school to discuss their child's
progress and to support educational, social and fund-raising events.
Every teacher issues a letter to parents at the beginning of each term. This letter provides
detailed information about each class for the term ahead.
Class teachers are always happy to talk to parents/carers. Parents/carers are encouraged
to make an appointment with the teacher at a mutually convenient time to ensure that an
unhurried discussion can take place.
PARENT/TEACHER CONSULTATIONS
During the Autumn and Spring terms parents are invited to individual consultations with
their child's class teacher. During this meeting, parents/carers are provided with copies of
their child’s targets in Literacy and Mathematics for the term, and ways of supporting their
child’s learning are discussed.
In the summer term each parent/carer receives a detailed annual report and is invited to
discuss this with their child's teacher, if they wish.
MEETINGS
Various meetings are held throughout the year for different classes and key stages. Much
important information is shared and discussed at these meetings and parents /carers are
encouraged to attend.
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PARISH/SCHOOL LINKS
St. John Vianney School is happy to work in partnership with the parish community of St. John
Vianney church.
Members of the parish team are regular and welcome visitors to the school, providing help,
support and friendship to children, parents and staff.
The parish community are always welcome at school liturgies and functions. The school involves
itself in parish activities whenever possible.
COMMUNITY LINKS
The school aims to work with the local community whenever possible.
Funds are raised each Lent for people in need and Harvest gifts are collected every year.
The school is regularly used by the Italian Consulate for Italian lessons. This arrangement
has been going on for many years and the school is happy to support work in this area.
There is regular involvement with St. Thomas More Secondary School and links with other
local schools are being established through the Network Learning Community.
Year 6 children pay an annual visit to the Red House (residential home for the elderly), to
entertain residents and spend time with them.
London Citizens
The school council are interested and enthusiastic in aiming to improve the local area. This
year they have joined North London Citizens in order to tackle the issues raised by the
surrounding community.
GLOBAL LINKS
St John Vianney School has been working with Chinziri primary school in Malawi since 2005 and
in 2012 was linked with All Angels School in the Salima area of Malawi.
The children in our school are benefiting from their partnership with our partner schools by
increasing their knowledge and understanding of life in an African country. They are
developing skills which are helping them to become international citizens with a real sense of
global responsibility. A visit by three senior teachers during the academic year 2010/11
strengthened this existing partnership, and this was further enhanced when three education
leaders from Malawi came to Haringey in 2012.
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SCHOOL ROUTINES AND PROCEDURES
It is important that everyone understands and adheres to the routines and procedures that
form the necessary framework of the school day.
MORNING PROCEDURES
There is playground supervision each day from 8.50am. Children should not arrive at school
before this time. In emergency situations and after consultation with the school, children
arriving before 8,50am may wait in the hall having entered the school via the front entrance.
Infant children should never be left unsupervised in the playground.
On wet mornings, children and parents may wait in an orderly fashion, in the hall.
At 9am, children will be collected from the playground or the hall by their teachers and
escorted into class.
MEETING YOUR CHILD
School ends at 3.30pm each day. At this time the children in Reception and Classes 1 to 4 will
be collected by parents/carers.
Teachers will dismiss children in Classes 5 & 6 from their classrooms.
Any child not collected or whose collector has been delayed will wait in the school hall.
Parents/Carers are responsible for receiving their children at 3.30pm. Late collection is
recorded in the late book.
PUNCTUALITY
It is essential that children arrive at school punctually each morning.
Latecomers must report to the school office.
Late arrival is recorded in a late book, the register and on the child's end of year report.
Persistent unpunctuality will be reported to the Local Authority Educational Welfare Officer.
EXTENDED SCHOOL PROVISION
AFTER SCHOOL CARE
'Kidscape After School Club', based at West Green School, provide after school care for the
children from St John Vianney School. The children are collected by a play leader from the
school and are escorted to the Club. Fees are payable.
BREAKFAST CLUB
The school runs a breakfast club each morning from 8.00am to 9.00am. It is open to all
children who attend St John Vianney School from Reception Class to Class 6.
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SCHOOL MEALS
The meals served in school are cooked in St Mary’s School kitchen and delivered to St. John
Vianney School. Special diets can be catered for provided parents/carers inform the school in
writing of their child's requirements. The children are encouraged to eat the food they have
asked for. Application may be made for free meals. Forms are available from the school
office.
There are facilities for children to have packed lunches. Food must be packed into a lidded
container, and clearly marked with the child's name. Water is provided. Parents/carers are
asked not to include sweets or drinks.
A week's written notice is required if you wish to change the arrangements for your child's
midday meal from a cooked meal to a packed lunch or visa versa.
MONEY
Children should not bring money into school other than for official collections and dinner
money. Then it should be placed in an envelope marked with the child's name and handed to the
class teacher.
The school cannot be responsible for money left in bags, trays or coat pockets.
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES
The school strives to support families in developing healthy approaches to eating. The Local
Authority catering service provides our school meals and balanced, healthy menus have been
devised.
The younger children receive fruit daily through the “FRUIT FOR SCHOOLS" scheme.
The only snack allowed in school is fruit. Crisps, sweets or cakes should not be
brought in.
Parents are encouraged to prepare healthy packed lunches and recipes and
suggestions are provided from time to time. Children, too, are taught to prepare healthy
snacks. Every child is encouraged to bring in a bottle of water each day.
Apart from timetabled PE sessions regular exercise sessions are planned for each class.
Information about local support and keep fit activities is provided to parents.
Through the schools PHSE, Science and RE teaching the children are taught about personal
safety and hygiene.
As a school we work to create a calm, tranquil learning environment. Time for quiet reflection is
built into the school week, The emotional and social development of the children is addressed
through a range of approaches and topics.
Each year, usually in the summer term, we have a 'Healthy, Fun and Fitness' week during which
focus activities are planned.
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ATTENDANCE
Regular attendance at school is essential if pupils are to take full advantage of the educational
opportunities available to them.
REPORTING ABSENCES
Parents/carers must telephone the school to report a child's absence before 9.00am on the first
day of absence. They must also inform the school in writing if a child will be absent from school
or needs to leave the school premises before the end of the school day.
After an absence of even half a day, a letter explaining the reason for absence must be
brought into school on the child's return. Parents/carers who fail to notify the school of their
child's absence will receive reminder letters asking for necessary information. After these
procedures have been followed, any absences still unauthorised will be drawn to the attention of
the Local Education Authority Welfare Officer
Unauthorised absences will be recorded on each child's annual report.
FAMILY HOLIDAYS AND EXTENDED TRIPS DURING TERM TIME
Children should not be taken on holidays during term time unless there are exceptional
circumstances and with prior permission from the Governors and Headteacher.
Parents/carers will need to collect a form from the school office on which details can be
recorded.
If a child fails to return within ten school days of the agreed date, and this is not due to
sickness or any other unavoidable cause, his/her name may be taken off the register.
Parents/carers should be aware of the impact absence from school will have on their child's
education especially in relation to the continuity of learning.
PASTORAL CARE
All members of staff take responsibility for the pastoral care of the children. All staff work
closely together to provide a caring environment in response to the needs of the child. Please
let us know of any situation which may affect your child's learning.
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BEHAVIOUR AND DISCIPLINE
We aim, in St. John Vianney School, to create a positive ethos in which all children are able to
do their best within a safe, secure environment.
In our school we believe all children should:
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Respect themselves.
Respect each other.
Respect the adults they work, learn and play with.
Respect all those who visit our school.
Respect the environment they learn, work and play in.
We use a positive approach to achieve our expectations of good behaviour. Through praise and
encouragement children feel recognised and their efforts valued. We aim to raise self-esteem
and to develop a sense of independence and self-reliance in all our pupils.
If, however, our practice of encouragement and praise is not successful in motivating a positive
attitude and good behaviour, then appropriate sanctions will be used.
At all times the school seeks to resolve behaviour difficulties through discussion, conciliation
and by providing help and support.
If unacceptable behaviour is persistent then parents will be contacted to discuss the
difficulties and a joint approach will be used.
In extreme circumstances or as a last resort the Headteacher will exclude a child from school
for a fixed term or permanently.
The full Behaviour Policy is available at the school office.
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BULLYING
At St. John Vianney School we believe that every child has a right to learn and play free from
intimidation.
We do all we can to prevent bullying and to educate children away from the bullying culture.
Children are encouraged to be open and to inform adults when bullying occurs.
Staff take all concerns seriously and act promptly.
Annually the school arranges an anti-bullying week during which all the
children explore the topic through a range of activities.
RACIST BEHAVIOUR
St. John Vianney School is committed to:
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Promoting equality of opportunities
Promoting good relationships between members of racial, cultural and religious
groups and communities.
Actively tackling racial discrimination and working to eliminate it.
The school does not tolerate racist behaviour in any form. Should any racially motivated
incidents occur the guidelines set out in the school's Racial Equality Policy and the Behaviour
and Discipline policy will be followed.
All racially motivated incidents are recorded and
reported to the School Governors and the Local
Authority.
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HEALTH AND SAFETY
Premises
The exterior classroom doors are locked at 9am each morning. At 9.30am, when all
parents/carers have left the premises, the school gates are padlocked and the only entry to
the school is via the entry phone system at the front door.
Parents collecting or bringing children to school during the day must report to the main school
office.
Children are discouraged from speaking to people through the school fences.
Car Park
The school car park is not available for parents use.
Children must be escorted to and from the car park and must NEVER be allowed into the car
park unsupervised. Please keep to the edge of the car park. Pedestrians should not use the car
park as an access route but enter the school site via the Albany Close gate adjacent to the ball
games area.
MEDICAL
Should a child become ill at school we will make every effort to contact parents. It is
therefore essential that correct addresses and telephone numbers, both home and work, are
provided.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS AND WORK NUMBERS SHOULD BE NOTIFIED IMMEDIATELY.
The school staff are not authorised to administer medicines. However, if a child needs
prescribed medicine for an on-going condition e.g. asthma., hay fever, the medication must be
handed to the Headteacher or nominated First-aider clearly labelled with the child's name,
class number and an authorisation form completed.
Unless a child is able to anticipate fully in all activities of the normal school day, including
outdoor play, he/she should be kept at home.
CHILDREN ARE NOT ALLOWED TO BRING INTO SCHOOL ANY ITEMS CONTAINING
NUTS OK NUT PRODUCTS. THIS IS TO ENSURE THE SAFETY OF THE
INCREASING NUMBER OF CHILDREN WITH NUT ALLERGIES.
SAFEGUARDING
Schools are under a legal duty to look out for signs of abuse in children and to report any
cases of suspected abuse to Social Services, who will then carry out any necessary
investigation. Guidelines for schools in carrying out this duty are contained in the Local
Authority's 'Child Protection Handbook1.
Schools are also legally required to provide relevant information on children to Social Services
as part of any investigation and to share information at multi-agency child protection case
conferences, to which parents are usually invited.
Whilst our school aims to work in partnership with parents/carers, in relation to child abuse
the welfare of the child and his/her safety and protection is the over-riding consideration
for us at all times.
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EDUCATIONAL VISITS AND GOVERNORS
CHARGING POLICY
It is expected that all children will take part in
any visits arranged in connection with class
activities.
Due to the Education Reform Act (1988) we cannot legally charge for any activity taking place
during school hours. Depending on the activity we are obliged to ask for either:
a. Payment (which can only be demanded to cover board and lodgings, e.g. a trip to
Pendarren).
or
b. A Voluntary Contribution (for such activities as theatre, seaside or museum outings).
No pupil can be excluded from an outing because a parent is unable or unwilling to contribute,
but if not enough voluntary contributions are received then the outing or visit may have to be
cancelled. Cases of financial hardship will continue to be treated sympathetically. Please
contact the Headteacher.
Letters sent home to parents/carers would refer to a charge (payment) or voluntary
contribution. We believe parents value these educational activities and are willing to make a
voluntary contribution to enable them to continue.
Parents/carers may also be asked to make a voluntary contribution towards the cost of craft,
sewing and cooking materials so that the school can continue to provide these much-enjoyed
activities.
SCHOOL BUILDING FUND
Each term the School Governors will request a voluntary contribution from every family
towards the School Building Fund.
As a Catholic school, we have a legal liability to pay 10% of the cost of building maintenance
works and any necessary improvements carried out.
All money received is credited to our school account held by the Diocesan Schools Building
Fund.
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COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE
At St. John Vianney School, we value the good relationships, which have been built up over the
years between parents/carers and the school. We recognise the important contributions made
by parents/carers in the many areas of school life.
We are committed to achieving a caring atmosphere in school where understanding and mutual
respect are fostered. We therefore rely on parents /carers to work in partnership with
us and to support us in achieving the highest standards.
Parents/carers are encouraged to keep regular contact with the school to discuss their child's
progress and to participate actively in our school community.
If you have any concerns you should, in the first instance, contact the class teacher and/or
the Headteacher at the school who will discuss the situation with you and, if necessary,
investigate the matter further. It is advisable to make an appointment so that sufficient
time can be given to the discussion.
Concerns may arise from misunderstandings, lack of information or a child's misinterpretation
of events. It is, therefore, essential that discussion with the school takes place at the
earliest possible opportunity so that clarification can be given and to avoid the escalation of
the concern.
Action taken without due regard to these procedures can prove to be damaging to the good
relationships and trust built up between the school, parents and children.
Every effort will be made to resolve the concern informally. The procedures followed will
ensure that all concerns will be investigated fully and fairly and that all aspects of the matter
will be given proper consideration.
If, however, parents/carers remain dissatisfied after all the procedures in school have been
exhausted and the issues have not been resolved, the matter may then be the subject of a
formal complaint and referred to the Governing Body. The Diocesan complaints procedure will
be followed.
ACCESS TO DOCUMENTATION
Statutory documents relating to the Curriculum and Department for Education circulars, school
policies and schemes of work are available for parents/carers to read after notice has been
given.
SECONDARY TRANSFER
Children transfer to secondary school at the end of Year 6. A meeting for parents explaining
procedures is held in September of that year. Staff are available for discussion and advice.
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SCHOOL UNIFORM
Uniform is worn at the school and parents agree to support this when they accept a place at
the school. If a pupil is for some reason, unable to wear the correct uniform on a
particular day, a note of explanation is required.
Items of uniform can be purchased from the school supplier at:
Kenzie Schoolware (formally the North London School Shop), located at Unit 27, The
Market Hall, Wood Green Shopping City, N22 6YQ, opposite Iceland. Tel: 020 8889 6025
GIRLS
Green Pinafore / skirt
Grey formal trousers
Yellow T-shirt or polo shirt
Yellow or green striped cotton dress (simple style)
Embroidered green sweatshirt
Jumper or cardigan White,
Green or black socks or tights (no leggings)
No jewellery apart from a wrist watch
One pair of plain studs may be worn - one stud in each ear
Flat black shoes or plain black trainers should be worn
BOYS
Grey trousers – not jeans
Yellow T-shirt or polo shirt
Embroidered green sweatshirt or jumper
A wrist watch may be worn.
Flat black shoes should be worn or plain black trainers
JEWELLERY
One pair of plain studs may be worn in each ear lobe, no more than one stud in each ear.
Junior children may wear a wrist watch.
During the summer months black or white sandals may be worn. Winter boots may be worn
during winter months.
A tidy hairstyle is an essential part of the uniform. Hair should not be coloured, shaved nor
cut into patterns.
P.E. Kit - as previously listed
Large sports bags are unnecessary and cannot be accommodated in our restricted cloak areas.
Children are asked to bring small bags/rucksacks which can be hung on the hooks provided.
MOBILE PHONES/ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
Unless there are exceptional circumstances, children are not allowed to have mobile phones in
school.If a child needs to bring a mobile phone to school, parents/carers will need to complete
a form. Mobile will be kept in a safe place in school and may not be used during the day. No other
electronic equipment should be brought into school.
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ST. JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Stanley Road,
Tottenham, London N15 3HD
Tel No: 020 8889 8421
Fax No: 020 8881 2528
AUTUMN TERM 2012
Staff Training Day
Autumn Term begins
Half Term
Autumn Term ends
MONDAY 3rd September
TUESDAY 4th September
Monday 29th October – Friday
2nd November
FRIDAY 21st December
SPRING TERM 2013
Spring Term begins
Half Term
Spring Term ends
Staff Training Day
MONDAY 7th January
Monday 18th February – 22nd
February
WEDNESDAY 27th March
THURSDAY 28th March
SUMMER TERM 2013
Summer Term begins
May Day Bank Holiday
Staff Training Day
Half Term
Summer Term ends
Staff Training Day
MONDAY 15th April
MONDAY 6th May
FRIDAY 24th May
Monday 27th May – Friday 31st
May
FRIDAY 19th July
MONDAY 22nd July
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STAFF TRAINING DAYS
Monday 3rd September 2012
Thursday 28th March 2013
Friday 24th May 2013
Monday 22nd July 2013
Tuesday 23rd July 2012
e-mail address: admin@st-johnvianney,haringey.sch.uk
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ST. JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL
RECEPTION ADMISSION POLICY 2013
Applications are invited for September 2013 from families whose child attains 4 years of age between 01/09/2012
and 31/08/2013.
Children attending the school’s nursery need to make a fresh application when applying for a place in Reception.
St John Vianney Catholic Primary School was founded by the Catholic Church to provide education for children of
Catholic families. The school is conducted by its governing body as part of the Catholic Church in accordance with its
trust deed and instrument of government, and seeks at all times to be a witness to Jesus Christ.
Whenever there are more applications than places available, priority will always be given to Catholic applicants in
accordance with the over subscription criteria listed below.
As a Catholic school we aim to provide a Catholic education for all our pupils. Catholic doctrine and practice permeate
every aspect of the school’s activity. It is essential that the Catholic character of the school’s education is fully
supported by all families in the school. All applicants are therefore expected to give their full, unreserved and
positive support for the aims and ethos of the school.
The Published Admission Number (PAN) for the Reception Class at St John Vianney School is 30.
The Governing Body has sole responsibility for admissions to the school and intends to admit 30 pupils to the
Reception class in the school year, which begins in September 2013.
Over subscription Criteria
Where there are more applicants than the number of places available, places will be offered according to the
following order of priority (please refer to the Notes at the back of this policy).
1.
Catholic looked after children and Catholic children who have been adopted (or made subject to residence
orders or special guardianship orders immediately following having been looked after).
2.
Baptised Catholic children from practising Catholic families.
3.
Other baptised Catholic children.
4.
Other looked after children and children who have been adopted (or made subject to residence orders or
special guardianship orders) immediately following having been looked after.
5.
Christians of other denominations whose parents wish them to have a Catholic education and whose
application is supported by their Minister of Religion.
6.
Children of other faiths whose parents wish them to have a Catholic education and whose application is
supported by a religious leader.
7.
Any other children.
Where the offer of places to all the applicants in any of the categories listed above would lead to
oversubscription the following provisions will be applied.
1.
The current attendance of a sibling at the school at the time of enrolment will increase the priority of an
application within each category.
2.
The Governing Body will give top priority to an application within a category where compelling evidence is
provided at the time of application from an appropriate professional such as a doctor, priest or social
worker, of an exceptional social, medical or pastoral or other need of the child which can only be met at this
school.
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Tie Break
Where the offer of places to all the applicants in any of the categories listed above would still lead to
oversubscription, the places up to the admissions number will be offered to those living nearest to the school.
The distance will be measured in a straight line from the address point for the child’s home to the address
point of the school, supplied by the Royal Mail, using the Local Authority’s computerised mapping system.
Information about applications in previous years
Last year the school was heavily oversubscribed. There were 112 applications for 30 places.
As the school is always oversubscribed by Catholic applicants, it is very unlikely that a non-Catholic applicant will
obtain a place. The Governing Body has been unable to offer a place to a non Catholic applicant at any time in the last
ten years.
Application Procedures and Timetable
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To apply for a place at this school, you must complete and return the following two separate forms by the
closing dates in order to make a complete application.
o
You should complete the school’s Supplementary Information Form attached to this policy, and
return it to the school office by 15th January 2013.
o
You must also complete a Common Application Form from Haringey or the local authority in which
you live and return it to the address indicated on the form by 15th January 2013.
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Both these forms should be returned to the addresses indicated on the relevant form by the dates
indicated for your application to be complete for this school.
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Late applications i.e. those received after the closing date will be dealt with after the initial allocation
process has been completed.
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If you do not complete both the Common Application Form and the Supplementary Information Form and
return them by the closing date, the governing body will be unable to consider your application fully and it is
very unlikely that your child will get a place at the school.
You will be advised of the outcome of your application on or about the 16th April 2013, initially by a letter from the LA
on our behalf.
Right of Appeal
If you are unsuccessful you may ask the Governors for the reasons. These reasons will be related to the
oversubscription criteria listed in the policy and you will have the right of appeal to an independent panel.
Multiple Birth Applications
Separate forms and accompanying documents must be supplied for each child with the application forms. Where the
final place is offered to a child who has other siblings applying for a place in the same school year, these siblings will
also be admitted.
Waiting lists
In addition to their right of appeal unsuccessful candidates will be offered the opportunity to be placed on a waiting
list. The waiting list will be maintained in the order of the over subscription criteria set out above and not in the
order in which applications are received or added to the list. The waiting list will be held open for one year after
which names will be removed unless applicants request to remain on the list.
Pupils with a Statement of Special Educational Needs
The admissions of pupils with a statement of Special Educational Needs is dealt with by a completely separate
procedure. Details of this separate procedure is set out in the Special Educational Needs Code of Practice. If your
child has a statement of SEN you must contact your local authority SEN officer.
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Reception Year Deferred Entry
Applicants may defer entry to school up until statutory school age i.e. the first day of term following the child’s fifth
birthday. Application is made in the usual way and then the deferment is requested. The place will then be held until
the first day of the spring or summer term. Applicants may also request that their child attend part-time until
statutory school age is reached. Entry may not be deferred beyond statutory school age or beyond the year of
application. Applicants whose children have birthdays in the summer term should be aware that, if they wish to
defer, they will need to apply for a Year 1 place for the following September and if the school is oversubscribed they
are very unlikely to obtain a place.
Notes (these notes form part of the oversubscription criteria)
1.
‘Looked after children’ has the same meaning as in section 22 of the Children Act 1989, and means any children
in the care of the Local Authority or provided with accommodation by them (e.g. children with foster parents).
2.
‘Catholic’ means a member of a Church in full communion with the See of Rome. This includes the Eastern
Catholic Churches. This will normally be evidenced by a certificate of baptism in a Catholic Church or a
certificate of reception into the full communion of the Catholic Church. For the purpose of this policy, it includes
a looked after child who is part of a Catholic family where a priest’s reference demonstrates that the child
would have been baptised or received if it were not for their status as a looked after child (e.g. a looked after
child in the process of adoption by a Catholic family)
3.
‘Practising Catholic’ means a Catholic child from a Catholic family who attend Mass each Sunday or Saturday
evening where this practice is verified by a reference from a Catholic priest in the standard format laid down by
the Diocese.
‘Family’ normally includes the Catholic or Catholics who have legal responsibility for the child.
4.
‘Christian’ for the purpose of this policy means a member of one of the churches affiliated to “Churches
Together in Britain & Ireland”.
5.
To demonstrate an exceptional social, medical or pastoral need of the child which can only be met at this
school, the governing body will require compelling written evidence from an appropriate professional, such as a
social worker, a doctor or a priest. This must be presented at the time of application.
6.
Sibling is a brother or sister, adopted brother or adopted sister, step brother or sister, half brother or sister
living permanently at the same home address as the applicant.
7.
Distances will be measured in a straight line from the address point for the child’s home to the address point of
the school, supplied by the Royal Mail, using the Local Authority’s computerised mapping system. If distances
are identical the Governing Body will draw lots in the presence of an independent witness.
8.
A Parent is the person (or persons) who have legal responsibility for the child.
9.
Home address Where a child lives with parents with shared responsibility, each for part of a week, the home
address will be that of the parent who is in receipt of Child Benefit payment.
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ST. JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Stanley Road, Tottenham, London N15 3HD
KEY STAGE ONE ASSESSMENT RESULTS ~ LEVEL TWO AND ABOVE
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
Subject
School
National
School
National
School
National
School
National
School
National
READING
93
87
90
85
97
85
83
84
93
84
WRITING
93
83
90
81
93
81
79
81
93
80
MATHS
93
91
87
90
97
89
90
89
96
90
SCIENCE
93
NA
97
89
93
89
80
89
96
89
KEY STAGE ONE ASSESSMENT RESULTS ~ LEVEL 3
2012
2011
2010
2010
2009
2009
2008
2008
Subject
School
National
School
National
School
National
School
National
School
National
READING
33
27
27
26
23
25
41
26
52
25
WRITING
19
14
13
13
10
12
21
12
22
12
MATHS
30
22
20
20
20
20
41
21
19
21
SCIENCE
30
NA
23
20
33
21
41
22
41
22
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ST. JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Stanley Road, Tottenham, London N15 3HD
KEY STAGE TWO TEST RESULTS ~ LEVEL 4 AND ABOVE
2012
2011
2010
2010
2009
2009
Subject
School
National
School
National
School
National
School
National
ENGLISH
85
85
93
81
89
81
79
80
MATHS
93
84
90
80
93
80
71
79
English and
Maths
81
79
86
74
86
74
68
72
SCIENCE
89
NA
86
84
93
85
89
88
KEY STAGE TWO TEST RESULTS ~ LEVEL 5 and above
2012
2011
2010
2010
2009
2009
Subject
School
National
School
National
School
National
School
National
ENGLISH
41
37
38
29
46
33
18
29
MATHS
56
39
59
35
32
35
39
35
English and
Maths
33
27
35
21
25
23
18
20
SCIENCE
48
NA
34
36
36
37
50
43
32