Prospectus
East Ward Primary School
“I am so happy that my child is at the BEST school in Bury, with wonderful staff who care and make school fun.” Parent
Welcome to our brilliant, caring, progressive, inclusive, responsible, happy school. We have built a very special community at East Ward Community Primary School, to ensure that our children receive the care and attention they need to become enthusiastic learners with inquisitive minds, and responsible individuals. Whether through our enriched curriculum, our emphasis on nurturing individual abilities, our fantastic links with the school community, our stimulating environment, or our extra curricular activities, East Ward gives every child the best educational start, and a life long love of learning. Our children are enthusiastic and take pride in their learning, and they strive to reach their potential. They are treated as individuals; we know them all well and work with each one to find their strengths and talents to build on, and nurture their abilities in areas where they are less confident. Our aim is for every single child to leave us with sound literacy and numeracy skills, a passion for discovering new experiences, and a desire to make a positive contribution to their community. We want you to enjoy being part of our close community, and we know we can’t provide such a rich and caring community without your aupport. Our partnership gives the children of our school positive role models, access to invaluable resources, and a feeling of belonging. We hope that this prospectus gives you a flavour of what our special and happy school is all about. Please do come and speak to us if you would like any further information.
We strive to be an inclusive school which aims to provide high quality teaching and learning in a safe, secure, stimulating and nurturing environment. Staff and pupils enjoy mutual respect and trust, and strong foundations are laid for our children’s future education and adult life.
Our aims: To help the child towards good personal
To provide experience of history,
relationships with other children and with
geography, religious and health education
adults, regardless of gender, race or ethnic
and to give the opportunity for stimulating
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activities in music, drama, physical education,
To encourage self-discipline and selfrespect, honesty, hard work and an interest in, and respect for, the environment To give opportunities for learning through practical experience, enjoyable and purposeful activities and well-structured programmes, in line with the National Curriculum To teach the skills of communication,
art and design technology To treat the child as an individual and to cater for his/her individual needs through planned progression To promote a good working relationship with parents and the local community We work closely within the government’s Every Child Matters legislation and framework
language, reading, writing and to promote
to ensure that we meet our school aims and
good understanding of mathematical,
those set nationally.
scientific and technological concepts, particularly in ICT, and to use them effectively
“The children make our school a fantastic place.” Teacher
Learning and teaching We offer a broad and balanced curriculum, where learning and fun go hand in hand to develop every child’s individual learning experience. Our curriculum is carefully planned to challenge, engage and motivate every single child, and we plan and structure learning to stretch children’s academic, physical, social and creative achievements and to build their confidence. Children are supported through a variety of teaching styles and groupings, which allow teachers to set ambitious and thought provoking work based on individual ability. A core aim is to raise standards for all of our children, whatever their starting point. Each child’s development is closely monitored, and parents are informed of progress and achievements, as well as any areas of concern. Providing new experiences is integral to the way we teach, and children have access to, for example, wireless laptops and iPads, alongside our ICT suite (remove please-we don’t have one anymore); themed days as part of our creative curriculum; and regular open lessons where children and parents are able to work together We deliver a broad and balanced curriculum which gives children the opportunity to think creatively. We put a strong
‘‘I like using ipads in school, this helps me learn’’ Y2 pupil
emphasis on the key skills in English and Maths as well as developing potential in sport and the arts. We strongly believe in the value of day and residential trips and in-school events.
Inclusivity and pastoral care Sometimes children or their families need extra help to make sure that they feel happy, secure and successful. We have a team of adults here at East Ward, who are tasked with organising and
Inclusive community
providing additional support for parents, carers
Our community plays a vital role in supporting our
and children, if they require help.
children, and is made up of pupils, staff, parents, families, governors and the local community.
They work with children who are having
We want our children to know and respect
difficulties with behaviour, learning, or need
their community, and to mine the rich seam of
emotional support, both in and out of the
experience that it can offer.
classroom. They also run groups for children to help them cope with change and challenging
Parents who are welcomed into the school, and
situations such as transition to another class or
we endeavour to maintain and develop strong
secondary school. The team is also able to help
links with our community. Each term we invite
parents and children to access local services such
parents and families into school to take part in
as legal advice, medical services and children’s
an open lesson where they may work alongside
centres. Parents are always able to book an
their children. Children also produce showcase
appointment for a discussion.
assemblies where parents and families may join them to view their work.
SEN provision Every child at East Ward is valued and we want to make sure that all make progress and have access to a relevant, broad and balanced curriculum. We are committed to meeting the needs of those pupils with special educational needs so far as is reasonably practicable and compatible with the provision of the efficient education of other pupils. We identify and address any special educational requirements as early as possible, and work with parents and other agencies to implement an individualised education programme.
‘‘The activities that the school organise do so much to help make the children’s school days happy and productive’’ Parent
We have a dedicated SEN coordinator who plays a key role in raising attainment for children with SEN, and who works closely with staff, parents and carers and other agencies.
Beyond the curriculum Our curriculum opens up our children’s eyes and horizons to the endless possibilities that a good education gives to them, but we know that learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door. We offer many activities designed to enhance our children’s learning; from our very own radio station – Willow FM – where children can be a DJ for a lunchtime, or our peer mentor scheme where our older pupils mentor their younger counterparts, to taking part in the school choir, and Chatterbox - our new recreational outdoor space designed to promote speaking and listening. Our before and after school clubs give children the opportunity to take part in sport classes and activities, and may include football, netball, art club, chess, cricket, cheerleading and craft.
‘‘Our school is the ‘treasure chest’ and we are the treasure in it.” Year 4 pupil
“The school is a warm and friendly place - like a big family.� Parent Governor
The School Creed This is our school, Let peace live here, Let the rooms be full of happiness, Let love be around, Love of one another, Love of all people, And love of life and living. Let us remember that, as many hands, Build a house, So many hearts make a school special.
Admissions If you would like to secure a place for your child at East Ward please contact the school office, and you will be sent or may collect the relevant forms. We would be delighted to take you on a tour of our school, so you can see first hand all of the wonderful learning activities that take place. We also have available an admission booklet, which you may collect from the school office. The booklet answers some common admissions queries, including how we consider applications in every age group, how we select pupils from those that apply, our oversubscription policy, and an explanation of the process you would need to follow in order to secure a place. If you require information about Bury’s general school admission process, please go to www.bury.gov.uk.
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East Ward Community Primary School Willow Street, Bury, BL9 7QZ 0161 764 6065 eastward@bury.gov.uk www.eastward.bury.sch.uk Follow us on twitter @eastwardprimary
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