Pastoral Care
Developing Happy, Independent, and Confident Children
Our pastoral care and personal development are of paramount importance and involve all children and adults who participate in the daily life of the school. We place strong emphasis on the creation of a happy, supportive atmosphere, and we encourage our pupils to strive to achieve their personal, social, and academic goals.
From the lunch ladies in the dining room to the P.E. teacher on the playing field, every member of our staff knows each of our pupils. Each teacher provides daily assistance to their pupils and maintains regular communication with parents, whether through informal conversations at the end of the day, via Class Dojo, a phone call, or by leaving a note in the pupil’s homework diary.
Head Boy and Girl
Each year we choose two Year 6 pupils to represent the school as Head Girl and Head Boy. Assuming responsibility is a key feature of our pupils’ lives. The Head Girl and Head Boy have many roles to perform, including presenting the Weekly Merit cup to worthy recipients each week in the Award Assembly, performing speeches at end of term events, and acting as tour guides on Open Days or during individual tours. They are respected members of the school community and are prepared to lead by example.
House System
On entry to the school, each child is allocated to one of four Houses: Dragons, Falcons, Swans, and Lions. This creates four smaller ‘family’ units within the school community with which the pupils develop a strong affinity. Houses meet regularly for House meetings. Each House votes for a Captain and Vice Captains.
We award Dojo Points for academic effort and attainment, as well as for good behaviour and commitment to the school. Then, each Friday, the House Cup is presented to the winning House in the Award Assembly.
