EDENBRIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL

" A BRIDGE TO SUCCESS "

Welcome to our website and thank you for your interest in our school. We still have plenty of work to do but hope the new software being used will help us to expand the information published on the site and keep it much more up to date.

In time we plan to have a page for each class to which the children can contribute. We will also reproduce the regular school newsletter, the Grapevine, thus keeping you up to date with school news and diary dates.

We have high expectations for all our children at Edenbridge Primary School. We want our pupils to be happy and successful and we are committed to giving every individual child a chance to develop their talents, whatever they may be.

We are determined to help children achieve whether they are academic high flyers or those in need of a little more support. At the same time we offer opportunities for everyone to participate, and perhaps excel, in a diverse range of after- school activities.

We believe that learning should be fun and children are happy when gaining success in a secure and reassuring environment. We recognise and value the important role that parents play and see effective education as a partnership between home and school.

Our aim is to help the children in our care become self-confident and independent individuals who respect all members of our school community and recognise their growing responsibilities as citizens.

Dr Rosemary Addison
Headteacher

• We have high expectations for all our children at Edenbridge Primary School.

• We are committed to giving every individual child a chance to develop their talents, whatever they may be. We are determined to help children achieve whether they are academic flyers or those in need of more support.

• We aim for all children to achieve key skills in Literacy and Numeracy.

• We believe that learning should be fun and that children should develop the skills to access the latest technology.

• We help the children acquire skills to become independent learners and thinkers, with the confidence to move successfully onto secondary school

• We provide a safe, secure and reassuring environment, where all contributions are valued.

• We help the children to respect and care for all members of our school and community.

• We promote a healthy lifestyle for all children

• We help our children become self-confident and independent citizens with the knowledge and skills to care for our local and global environment.

• We recognise and value the important role that parents play, and see partnership between home and school as being a key factor in effective education.

We have a smart and practical uniform which is simple and serviceable. The basic outfit is economical to buy and keep up and we would like all children to wear school uniform the year round. Wearing uniform makes the children look smart and must, I am sure, make them feel good about themselves and the school to which they belong.

RECEPTION CHILDREN
Boys and Girls
Black or grey jogging trousers, white polo shirt, red sweatshirt (round neck) with school logo *
Trainers or similar outdoor shoes
As the Reception children will be taking part in lots of outdoor activities using climbing frames, tricycles etc., it is important they have practical clothing. Parents are therefore advised not to buy school shoes or trousers/skirts.

Boys (Winter)
Black or grey trousers, white or grey shirt, red sweatshirt (Infants), red V-necked sweatshirt (Juniors) with school logo *. Black shoes (NOT trainers), black or grey socks, black/Red striped tie (Juniors)

Boys (Summer)
Black or grey trousers/grey shorts, white shirt (polo shirts are suitable).

Girls’ (Winter)
Black or grey skirt, pinafore dress, culottes or smart (not fashion) or trousers, white blouse.
Red sweatshirt (Infants) Red V-necked sweatshirt (Juniors) with school logo *
Black shoes (NOT trainers), navy, red or white tights or socks. Black/Red striped tie (Juniors)

Girls (Summer)
Red check dress. Black or grey skirt or trousers and white blouse or polo shirt. Closed toe sandals may be worn in the Summer.

Sportswear Boys
Navy/Black shorts, white t-shirt/polo shirt, plimsolls, swimming trunks (All Juniors), track suit optional in winter (preferably navy or black)

Sportswear Girls
Navy/black shorts or leotard, white T-shirt/polo shirt, plimsolls, navy wrap-round games skirt (optional) (Years 5 & 6 only), Swimming costume (All Juniors). Track suit optional in winter (preferably navy or black)

Other Items of Clothing

Each child needs a shoebag in school to hold gymnastics and games kit items, plus a spare pair of socks in case of emergencies.
Strong shoebags and book bags are on sale from the School Office.
Please ensure that all school clothing, footwear and bags are clearly marked with your child’s name

Are you confused about what your child is learning at school? Gathered together here is all the information, provided by the DCSF (Department for Children, Schools and Families), that you need to find out what your child is doing at school and help them with it. It explains exactly what is taught and why, gives answers to some of the most common questions parents and carers ask about the curriculum, and gives tips for helping with your child's learning.
Click on the appropriate links below:

Click here for The National Curriculum.What is it and why does it matter to parents and carers?

Click here for general information and learning advice for children aged 0 to 3 years.

Click here for general information and learning advice for children aged 3 to 5 years.

Click here for general information and learning advice for children aged 5 to 7 years.

Click here for general information and learning advice for children aged 7 to 11 years.

Click here for the Foundation Stage. Teaching for children aged 3-5.

Click here for Key Stage 1. Teaching for children aged 5-7

Click here for Key Stage 2. Teaching children aged 7-11.

Click here for The National Literacy Strategy

Click here for The National Numeracy Strategy

Click here for guidance and support on special needs

Click here for Key Stage 1 Art and Design

Click here for Key Stage 2 Art and Design

Click here for Key Stage 1 Design and technology

Click here for Key Stage 2 Design and technology

Click here for Key Stage 1 Geography

Click here for Key Stage 2 Geography

Click here for Key Stage 1 History

Click here for Key Stage 2 History

Click here for Key Stage 1 ICT

Click here for Key Stage 2 ICT

Click here for Key Stage 1 Music

Click here for Key Stage Music

Click here for Key Stage 1 PE

Click here for Key Stage 2 PE

Click here for Key Stage 1 RE

Click here for Key Stage 2 RE

Click here for Key Stage 1 Science

Click here for Key Stage 2 Science

Junior children are invited and encouraged to participate in organised activities after school. During the year our clubs include Art/Craft, Basketball, Computers, Country Dancing, Cricket, Gardening, Drama, Choir, Football, Netball, Nature ‘Watch Club’, Needlework, Recorders, Rounders and Rugby. All clubs are open to both boys and girls.