Policy Statement

At Comber Primary School we aim to provide each child with a happy and secure environment in which he/she has the opportunity to develop intellectually, socially and physically to the maximum of his/her potential. In accordance with the Northern Ireland Common Curriculum a broad, practical programme of studies has been designed in order to help each child … Acquire skills, knowledge and practical abilities and the will to use them confidently and independently. Develop communication skills appropriate to all areas of the curriculum. Develop an enquiring mind. Develop a reasoned set of attitudes, values, beliefs and moral standards. Appreciate and take an active interest in the environment, both locally and throughout the world. Develop a sense of self-respect, self-discipline and self-confidence, respect for others and their property, toleration and appreciation of the opinions of others, good manners and politeness, caring and              responsibility towards pets and other living creatures. Prepare for teenage and adult life with reference to home, health, work, leisure and as a responsible citizen and consumer. Develop a knowledge of the Bible and an understanding and tolerance of other religious beliefs. Work and play in harmony with other children. Be an important and contributing member of the Comber Community.

Comber Primary is a controlled primary school situated on the Darragh Road in Comber.  It enjoys a pleasantly elevated position overlooking the Enler River and the town.

The present enrolment is 362 pupils, with a staffing of Principal plus 1 part–time teacher   for Special Needs and 15 assistant teachers,  utilising school premises which are almost exclusively permanent in nature.

The Nursery Unit has places for 52 pupils -

26 in the morning session (8.50 a.m.-11.20 a.m.) and 26 in the afternoon session (12.30 p.m.– 3.00 p.m.).

The school is very well equipped in terms of resources, educational materials and teaching expertise to deal professionally with all aspects of the curriculum and any expected developments in the future.  An ICT Suite  opened in 2003 and in 2006 a new library block and multi-use games area.

Interested parents are welcome to visit Comber Primary and can make arrangements by contacting the school secretary in the first instance.

Movement Pupils should: ¨ Walk quietly and in single file within the school building ¨ Play safely in the playground at break and lunch times ¨ Wear suitable footwear inside school Learning Pupils will be encouraged to: ¨ Do their best at all times ¨ Bring a note to explain non-presentation of work, non-participation in PE/swimming lessons, absences from school Communication Pupils should: ¨ Speak respectfully to one another and to adults ¨ Show good manners when visiting other classrooms Respect Pupils should: ¨ Be polite, kind, thoughtful and considerate to everyone ¨ Look after books, equipment and all other school property ¨ Put litter in the bin

We do not accept: bullying              bad language          fighting                   destruction of property            stealing                    telling lies