Glais Primary school is situated in the village of Glais ...



-416560412751708155953760Prospectus 2019-2000Prospectus 2019-20-41656060325Glais Primary SchoolSchool Road, Glais, Swansea, SA7 9EYTel: 01792 842627Fax: 01792 845691 Glais.Primary.School@swansea-.ukGlais Primary is an English Language, Community, Co-educational Primary SchoolAge range of pupils 3 - 11 years oldWelsh Government Number: 6702023Number on roll Full -Time 104 Part -Time 24Headteacher: Mrs Anne LongDeputy Headteacher: Ms Lynne MessamChair of Governors: Mr Stuart PageClerk to Governors: Mrs Nicola HerbertThe information in this prospectus is correct at the time of review – Summer 2019. Someadjustment/reorganisation may be necessary for subsequent academic years.This document conforms to National Assembly for Wales Circular 14/01,‘School Prospectuses - Guidance for Headteachers & Governing Bodies’.CONTENTS Welcome messagePage 5 Views of our pupils Page 6 About Our School Page 7 Beliefs, Values and Aims Page 8 Useful information including: Page 9-14School Hours School MealsBreakfast ClubMoney Charging and remissions Parental involvement, Home –School Contact and CommunicationParent Teacher Association Admissions Transition GovernorsStaff including LAC contact Other contactsCurriculum including: Page 15-23Foundation Phase & Key Stage 2 CurriculumsExtra-Curricular Opportunities HomeworkPhysical Education & Arrangements SEN and More Able & Talented PupilsSex Education Bilingual and Multi – Cultural Understanding including use of the Welsh Language Education for Sustainable Development & Global Citizenship Assessment, Reporting and RecordingMusic TuitionReligious Education and Collective WorshipPastoral Care, behaviour, expectations, rights and responsibilities including: Page 24-30Expectations and approachPastoral CareSchool CouncilSupport for Charities and the local CommunityAttendance & AbsencesSchool nurseHealth and medicinesSchool UniformEqual Opportunities, Race Equality & Cultural DiversityDisabled pupils InclusionLooked after Children (LAC) Health and SafetySchool SecurityComplaints ProcedureTestimonials Appendices:Appendix 1 : End of Foundation Phase & Key Stage 2 Assessments Appendix 2 : Term Dates and HolidaysAppendix 3: Home / School Partnership ExpectationsAppendix 4: Administration of Medicines FormAppendix 5: Details of the most recent annual attendance and absence figuresAppendix 6: Overview of School Improvement PlanAppendix 7: Governor BiographiesAppendix 8: Parental NotesA Welcome MessageDear Parents/GuardianOn behalf of our school, I would like to welcome you into our happy, successful community. Our overriding belief is that every child is entitled to the highest standard of educational experience possible, so we are fortunate to have a highly committed teaching and support staff, who work extremely hard to get the best out of our pupils both academically and socially. As a school, we set very high levels of expectation in terms of attitude to work and each other. We encourage our pupils to take part in a variety of extra-curricular activities and we sincerely hope that they will enjoy their school days at Glais Primary School.Our ethos is built on ‘A bridge to our success’ which sees all elements as building blocks, supporting each other to achieve success in all we do at Glais Primary School. We view parents as integral building blocks and encourage regular informal contact as well as organized parental consultation. As parents, there are a number of things you can do to help:? Do reassure your children about school : talk to them about their teacher, the activities they are doing, the friends they are making and the happy time they will have;? Keep us informed of any significant details relating to your child's education. Tell us of any allergies, major health problems, or personal circumstances, which might be significant. This information will be regarded as confidential and will help us to care all the more effectively for your child. It will also help keep absences to a minimum, ensuring your child is able to benefit fully;? Do not hesitate to come and see us if there is a matter you wish to discuss or any anxiety you wish to share. Remember however, that some things are better discussed in a respectful way and away from your children, at an appropriate time when the teacher is free to talk to you.We are proud of our school and feel confident that you too will feel the same, however, should you have any concerns we would prefer to know about them so we can work together to try to resolve them. -6350-5715All at Glais look forward to working with you during the coming years.Mrs A. Long(Headteacher)Views of Our Pupils14605092710Learning is fun because you get to choose new things to learn...everyone should like learning.00Learning is fun because you get to choose new things to learn...everyone should like learning.319532092710The school helps us to stay healthy.....we brush our teeth, we have a red bus, blue bus and yellow bus00The school helps us to stay healthy.....we brush our teeth, we have a red bus, blue bus and yellow bus1528445333184539668457192010Glais is an awesome school because it has epic trips!00Glais is an awesome school because it has epic trips!-793756944360I have really progressed in the school. I really enjoyed drama, art and English, I hope to do really well at them all at CwmtaweYear 6 when leaving00I have really progressed in the school. I really enjoyed drama, art and English, I hope to do really well at them all at CwmtaweYear 6 when leaving39668455487035The worst thing about Glais were the toilets...but now they are one of the best things!00The worst thing about Glais were the toilets...but now they are one of the best things!45129451163955The things I love about Glais is that the adults care about you and the children don’t leave you out00The things I love about Glais is that the adults care about you and the children don’t leave you out-4495801419860All the pupils respect everything, including the toys, teachers and other children00All the pupils respect everything, including the toys, teachers and other children-2108203715385Every teacher does the best for every child and gives them cool things to do!00Every teacher does the best for every child and gives them cool things to do!19742153957320It is great that all the teachers encourage you to say if something is wrong and all the staff let you talk privately to them00It is great that all the teachers encourage you to say if something is wrong and all the staff let you talk privately to them-1543055715635The work is not too hard, the work is not too easy, it is just right00The work is not too hard, the work is not too easy, it is just right49142653326765I love playing because people choose fair teams00I love playing because people choose fair teamsAbout our SchoolGlais Primary School is a very popular primary school situated in the village of Glais, in the Swansea Valley between Clydach and Birchgrove and approximately 6 miles from Swansea.With a long history of serving the local community, the school is over 130 years old and consists of two adjacent buildings; one housing well equipped classrooms, learning/resources room, toilets, including disabled toilet and offices. The other building, which is used for assemblies, lunches, PE, cookery and whole school events, has ramp access and houses a large hall, kitchen, staffroom, staff toilets and staff / children’s kitchen. 21590635At the front and back of the school are two playgrounds. The back yard is an attractive, quiet environment which is used as a valuable resource for our investigational, scientific and artistic work as well as an area where children can nurture their love of the outdoors. It contains four large raised gardens, which the children throughout the school regularly tend, as well as acting as a nursery for the many container grown plants decorating the grounds. In the front yard is a pergola for shade, some planters, a covered sand pit, a climbing wall and play lodge as well as numerous wooden logs for ‘stepping stones’. Next to this, but separated by a wall, is a yard which is primarily used for ball games. This front area is used extensively by the Foundation Phase children as their outdoor space.The school is also fortunate to be able to use the Glais Community Multi Use Games Area (all weather games court) for P.E sessions, playtimes and after school, which is situated just outside the school grounds.425196022225The school also benefits from a large school field and nature area, which are situated at the end of Glanllyn Road (opposite the front of the school) and approximately 100m from the school. In the school front yard is a large outdoor classroom, plus two sheds which house outdoor equipment and wet weather clothing to enable the children to access the facilities in all weathers.The school prides itself in being an integral part of the village of Glais, which can be described as a ‘Traditional Welsh Village’, having a mixture of traditional and semi-detached housing with some small modern developments on the outskirts of the village. The school is adjacent to St Paul’s church and in the village are a general store and Post box, Glais Rugby Club, Glais Nursing home, Glais Nursery and two public houses. The village also has an active Community Trust.Even though a significant number of our pupils live outside the village, we encourage them to take pride in the community in which the school stands.Our beliefs, values and aims‘A BRIDGE TO OUR SUCCESS’The foundation of Glais Primary School will be the support each gives to others in our school community, with the child placed at the centre of all we do. Our aim is to develop a positive climate which encourages confident, resilient, enquiring learners and teachers who possess individuality and positive attitudes. Through a child-enriched curriculum that encompasses all the skills, knowledge, attitudes and values relevant for continued life-long learning, we strive to enable all children to reach their highest potential and become valued and active members of society.To achieve this and provide the highest quality education to every child in our care our mission is to:Ensure the highest possible quality of forward looking learning and teaching through engagement with the wider education communityCelebrate and learn from achievements and successes whilst also valuing and maximising the learning opportunities that mistakes present, making use of assessment for learning and thinking skills strategies to support thisBuild capacity for acceptance, tolerance and a belief in the value of learning through a range of Personal and Social development opportunitiesMaintain a happy, pleasant, stimulating and safe environment in which the key characteristics of self-confidence, self- esteem and an awareness of others can flourish through an open and honest cultureValue each person for their individuality, strengths and talents, giving opportunities to share and celebrate these.Develop a curriculum that encompasses the range of skills, knowledge and attitudes relevant for life in the 21st Century, whilst being enriched by the interests and ideas of the children themselvesCreate positive, nurturing partnerships within school, with home and the wider community by endeavouring to provide a climate in which positive relationships are encouraged at all levels of our school.Build a desire and aptitude to be an integral part of the community and environment, both man-made and natural by giving opportunities for real participation and an understanding of cultural identity.Allow each child to know how to reach their full potential by continuous, rigorous evaluation and provide the support needed for progress to be made.Useful InformationThe School DayTimes of sessions:Morning 8.50 - 11.55 Afternoon 12.50 - 3.20Nursery am 8.50 - 11.20 Nursery pm 12.50 - 3.20There will always be supervision of your children 10 minutes before the school day begins. In the interests of safety, children should arrive no earlier than this time unless previously arranged with the school or attending breakfast club.On days of inclement weather, children will be allowed to go directly to their classrooms upon arrival at school.At the end of the day, Foundation Phase children will be handed over to their parents in the front yard from the respective teacher’s care. Key Stage 2 children should be met by parents in the school yard or allowed to walk home if their parents see fit. Children are told to return to the classroom if parents are not there to collect them when expected. If you should see a child waiting outside the school gate for a parent, inform a member of staff, please do not take the child yourself. If you are unable to collect your child for any reason, please inform us so your child can be supervised in the building until your arrival.The teaching hours during the normal school week, including Religious Education, but not including registration, breaks, lunch and the statutory act of worship is:KS 1 23 hours 45 minutesKS 2 23 hours 45 minutesThe Nursery session lasts for 2? hours daily.School Meals?These are prepared on site and follow a choice of menu provided by the Schools Catering Service. Vegetarian meals are provided if wished.?Those children who bring a packed lunch eat with the children having a school meal. When weather permits, children are also able to eat their lunch outside.Parents in receipt of certain benefits may be eligible to claim for free school meals. Information can be given by the school office or the Pupil & Governor Support Unit in Civic Centre if you would prefer. It is important to claim for free school meals as it will also allow the school to claim extra funding which can be used to benefit your child. ?4822190146050Breakfast Club47891701090295Sharon from breakfast Club020000Sharon from breakfast ClubThe school operates a paid for Breakfast Club in the hall from 8.00 am for children from Reception to Year 6, the cost is ?1 per morning. We also run a free Breakfast Club from 8.20 to 8.50 am. Children have a breakfast of toast, cereals and fruit juice. All children have to be in school by 8.40 in order to access this facility.The children then stay in the hall where they are able to play table top games, table tennis and drawing. The children are taken over to the main school for 8.50 am when the bell goes.Money in SchoolWe ask parents for their co-operation to reduce teaching and clerical time spent on collecting money from children. Any monies being handed in to school should be in exact amounts and placed in a clearly marked envelope showing the child’s name, amount and purpose.Payments for school lunches can only be made via SQUID. Please contact the office to discuss how to use this if you are unsure.Monday morning is the main day for collecting monies e.g. fruit money which is ?1 per week. If you would like to pay termly/half termly please speak to the school office. Money is also collected for a range of purposes such as music tuition, educational visits, charities and donations and it can be very difficult if the school receives lots of money which is not labeled.Charging and remissions37077651172210-698567310Parents are asked to make a voluntary contribution to cover the cost of school visits and some school events such as visiting theatre groups. There is no obligation on the parent to make a contribution in these circumstances. However, we rely on parental contributions to fund such events and will unfortunately have to cancel them if sufficient funds are not received. This is in line with the charging and remissions policy provided by the L.A.Our charging and lettings policy are reviewed annually. If you have any observations you would like us to consider, please get in touch.Parental involvement, Home –School Contact and CommunicationThe development of a close relationship between school and home demands more than close interest, it also needs the right mixture of space and trust. An appreciation of, and confidence in each other's role makes the school a purposeful and happy place where children feel at ease, can work to reach their full potential and can gain maximum benefit from their schooling.Parental InvolvementAs stated earlier, we welcome parental involvement at all levels. If you have any spare time to come into school and work with us, you will be made very welcome. Parents, as well as other family members and friends are encouraged to come to school and help, in whatever capacity they feel comfortable. People in the community have many skills and talents which they can share with us - art, craft, gardening, library assistants, listening to pupils read, ancillary tasks, sport. If there is any way in which you feel that you can help, please see either the Headteacher or any teacher – our longest serving volunteer volunteered here for over forty years so it must be rewarding! When pupils see their parents showing an interest by helping in the school there is enormous benefit to their attitude, effort and attainment, this involvement cannot be overstressed, it does pay dividends. Home-School ContactWhen your child starts at Glais Primary School there are a number of opportunities for the teacher and parent to get together to discuss ways in which children can be helped at home, which start with the ‘Getting ready for school’ programme and carry on through the time your child is at Glais, with a programme of formal parent/teacher meetings as well as the opportunity to informally meet.3065780-38735CommunicationWe have a school website which has links to many aspects of school life at Glais, including: newsletters, policies, latest news and events. Twitter is also used to share our school events. E-mail/text are also used extensively for class information and school newsletters. On the front wall there is a notice board for general notices and a few chalk noticeboards used day-to-day by our ‘PUPS’ to help keep parents informed. Additionally, class teachers send information home about what children are doing in their class each term.Parent –Teacher Association (PTA)It is important that new parents are as active as possible, to ensure that there is a Committee to organise a regular programme of social, educational and fund-raising events. These provide us with additional funds on which we are dependent. Our main social and fund raising events are children’s discos, film nights, raffles, Fetes and B.B.Q. Over the years, this money has provided much needed equipment and is needed to improve the school further.All parents are automatically members and are encouraged to participate and help organize a varied programme of activities, so ensuring the success of this much valued group. Please remember it is your child who benefits from the efforts of the P.T.A. and all help will be welcomed.The P.T.A. has its own constitution, copies of which can be supplied on request. Information about AdmissionsThe school follows the Swansea Council Admissions Policy. For details on admissions please contact the Pupil and Governor Unit at Civic Centre on 01792 636550 or contact the school. The Local Authority decides on admissions.??Parents considering applying to the school for a place should contact the school to arrange a visit to the school as it is important that prospective parents have an understanding of the school when applying for a place.?Priority is given to those children who live within the school's catchment area and it is stressed that your child is not guaranteed a place in the Reception age class if they attend Nursery. Entry to the Reception age is decided by the Local Authority (LA) in accordance with the County Policy on Admissions. Please note that the school gives full consideration to the requirements of children with a range of disabilities.?Entry into Nursery:For the Foundation Phase, children generally begin the term after their third birthday if places are available. If the birthday falls near the end/start of?term then the child may be admitted later.Parents are asked to contact the school as soon as possible to discuss their child attending. Children who live within the catchment will be given priority. The school will usually undertake a home visit, provide a support pack and invite the child and parents in for a six week ‘Getting Ready for School’ programme in the autumn term, to support families in this important milestone. From September 2015 the Local Authority took responsibility for admissions to NurseryEntry into Reception:Pupils are Reception age in the September of the year in which they are five years old.-441325449580During the Spring Term a letter is sent to parents of children who attend the Nursery at Glais Primary School. This asks parents, who wish their child to attend Glais Primary School in the following September, to submit an online application form to the Local Authority. Parents will then be informed, in writing, with regard to the success of the application. Parents who do not live within the school’s defined catchment area will need to submit a ‘Preferred Placement Application Form’. Priority will be given to children who live within the catchment area. During the Summer Term, a ‘Meet the teacher’ event will be held with parents of new entrants, Reception Class Staff and the Headteacher, to discuss aspects of the school's organisation and answer any question parents might have. Parents who wish to start their child at the school at any other time are asked to contact the Headteacher, although the Local Authority will take responsibility for admissions.TransitionWe work closely with local secondary schools, to ensure a smooth transition for pupils between the different phases of education. Our partner school is Birchgrove Comprehensive but Cwmtawe Comprehensive is a favoured option for many. The Year 5 & 6 children make a number of visits to both schools when daily routines and procedures are explained to them, and they can take part in numerous activities. Meetings take place between staff to discuss arrangements for individual children. Ex-pupils visit the school, when appropriate, to speak with Year 6 children about their experiences.School Governors Mr S Page(Local Authority–Chair)Mr M Sherlock(Community-Vice Chair)Mrs H Ayling(Community)Miss Andrea Bocova (Community)Mrs J Page(Parent)Mrs Michelle Gee(Parent)Mrs Victoria Lewis (Parent)Cllr Alyson Pugh (LA)Miss R Walker(Teaching Staff)Ms C Moses (Non-teaching)Mrs N Herbert (Clerk to Governors)(LA and Parent Vacancies)StaffThe staff view the education of our pupils as a continuous and collective process. Each staff member is mutually supportive and involved in preparing, planning and delivering to our curriculum objectives in a series of curriculum teams. This whole school teaching approach ensures that the pupils’ total education is continuous, becoming progressively more demanding and challenging according to their age, stage and ability level.Teaching StaffMrs A Long (Headteacher)Miss L Messam (Deputy)Mrs J RichardsMr K ThomasMr L EvansMiss R WalkerClassroom Support StaffMrs A. Read N.N.E.B.Miss C MosesMrs R PontinMs Gemma EvansA N Other School ClerkMrs N HerbertCatering ServiceMrs S JamesMrs D JonesLunchtime Playground AssistantsBreakfast Club AssistantsMs Gemma EvansMs Louise ToddMiss C Moses Ms R Pontin Ms R Pontin Mrs S James Miss C Moses LAC contactMs L. MessamOther important names and contact detailsEducation Authority: Swansea CouncilCivic CentreOystermouth RoadSwanseaTel: 01792 636000Chief Education Officer : Mr Nic WilliamsOur CurriculumAt present the primary curriculum is organised into the Foundation Phase for 3 – 7 year olds and the National Curriculum in Years 3 – 6. As well as this, the curriculum for all children will focus on Literacy, Numeracy & Skills development. The school has developed its own approach to curriculum planning which is based on developing the skills, knowledge and attributes needed to which are applied to ‘Challenges’ . It ensures all statutory requirements are adhered to whilst also allowing flexibility for the children to contribute their ideas and interests. Our aim is to provide a curriculum which is challenging and enjoyable whilst developing an understanding of how education in school is linked to the wider world. This is in keeping with the developing curriculum expectations outlined in the 2015 Welsh Government review. During the next few years the school will increasingly make adaptations necessary to support the new revised Welsh curriculum.If it were felt that our curriculum did not meet the needs of the learner, the 2002 Act would enable us to seek to exempt them from the National Curriculum in Wales. This would only be done in very rare circumstances.The Foundation PhaseSeven areas of learning have been identified to describe the Foundation Phase, although the way these are taught is not usually in fixed areas, in fact, they must complement each other and all work together to provide a practical curriculum for 3 to 7 year olds. Emphasis is placed on developing children’s skills across all the areas of learning and wider common skills such as problem solving and reasoning.446976539370The seven areas of learning are:Creative Development: This area of learning focuses on developing imagination and Creativity. Their natural curiosity and disposition to learn is stimulated by everyday sensory experiences.456501524130Physical Development: Enthusiasm and energy for movement is continually promoted through helping children to use their bodies effectively. Special awareness, balance, control and co-ordination is encouraged to develop motor and manipulative skills.450977092075541020234315Knowledge and Understanding of the World: Children will be given experiences that increase their curiosity about the world around them and to begin to understand past events, people and places, living things and the work people do.Welsh Language Development: Welsh Language Skills are based on the Foundation Phase Outcomes and are developed through communicating in a range of enjoyable, practical planned activities and using a range of stimuli that build on children’s previous knowledge and experiences (also see page 20)4532630150495554990676275Mathematical Development: Children will use number in their daily activities and develop a range of flexible methods for working mentally with numbers. They will then move onto using more formal methods of working and recording when they are developmentally ready.4403725167005350520293370Language, Literacy and Communication Skills: These skills will be developed through talking, signing, communicating and listening. Children will be encouraged to communicate their needs, feelings and thoughts and retell their experiences.Personal and Social Development, Well – Being and Cultural Diversity: This area of learning focuses on children learning about themselves, their relationships with other children and adults.356870205105Key Stage 2 (7- 11)Our belief is that “There is a need for a learner- centred curriculum if standards are to be raised and all learners’ experiences of education improved” (The Learning Country: Vision into Action) This is the basis of the Key Stage 2 Curriculum at Glais, with all children having the opportunity to contribute to the development of the learning experiences through shared planning, with real life applications incorporated where possible.Each class teacher works on a two-year cycle, covering at least six major themes during that period. Each theme has a different specific focus but is flexible enough to allow for children’s ideas. To cater for our mixed age classes, some aspects will be taught to pupils grouped across a key stage and teachers closely liaise to ensure all aspects of the national and local requirements are covered. Where possible and suitable, first hand experiences are incorporated into school activities to enrich children's education. Educational visits, field studies, use of the local environment and visitors are all felt to complement and enrich our school curriculum and are regularly incorporated into class work.Although our curriculum is based on the following areas - English, Welsh, Mathematics, Science, Design and Technology, Digital Competency and ICT, History, Geography, Art and Design, Music, Physical Education, Cwricwlum Cymreig, Personal and Social Education; the school is firmly committed to the thematic approach, where curricular areas are integrated into widely embracing themes, with as many opportunities to develop literacy, numeracy, ICT and PSE skills as possible. We believe that this method of organising our curriculum provides the most relevance for children and helps knowledge and skills to be developed in a holistic and realistic way, aligned to the ‘Four Purposes’. There may however, be aspects of some subjects that are taught discreetly in order to ensure coverage of National requirements. There are also a number of generic areas – thinking/reasoning/problem solving; creativity- which we focus on developing across the curriculum, as we feel that these are vital for success in life4864101860554485640152400Extra-Curricular OpportunitiesWe aim to provide a variety of activities for our pupils to enjoy or participate in. Such experiences make valuable contributions to the development of the whole child by offering integrated physical, cognitive, personal and social, creative and aesthetic education.48260111760We encourage children of all abilities to take part in extra-curricular activities but sometimes make specific provision for those who show a special talent or aptitude. At Glais Primary School the staff, community volunteers and outside agencies offer a variety of opportunities which can include: Team sports e.g. football, rugby, Individual sports e.g. athletics, tennis, danceWelsh/CultureGamesArts & CraftsMobile technology*Website & CodingEco Club*PhotographyScience*Heart-startBoard games These clubs run at different times of the year but all children from Reception -Year 6 have the opportunity to attend. HomeworkThe Welsh Government defines homework as “any work or activities which pupils are asked to do outside lesson time, either on their own or with parents”.The purpose of the homework changes slightly as the children become older. Early Years homework will consist mainly of reading – in Nursery, children choose a book to take home for parents to read to them twice each week. In Reception year, children also take home library books for their parents to read to them, and books from our reading scheme which they will be trying to read to their parents. Homework may be given to consolidate number/phonic work that has been covered during the week; sometimes it may take the form of project work to support the class theme. Early in the Foundation Phase, the key purpose is to develop a partnership with parents and to involve them actively in children’s learning. Later in the Foundation Phase (Y1/2), the types of activities encouraged are often literacy and numeracy based, where skills and understanding are consolidated, reinforced and developed. These aims are developed further at Key Stage 2 when pupils are encouraged to develop the skills, confidence and motivation to study effectively on their own. School learning is extended through exploiting a wider range of learning resources found in addition to those just found in school. The type of homework will support the development of literacy and numeracy skills amongst many others. For example: Children should read to their parents or listen to them read for between 10 to 20 minutes every day. Support with spelling lists, playing of phonic games and completion of simple exercises or practice of handwriting skills.Games and activities which encourage the learning of tables, number factors, shapes and spatial awareness etc.By Year 6, the main purpose will increasingly become an opportunity to develop the skill of independent learning. The homework schedule will cover a much wider range of tasks and curriculum content where children are required to find out information, prepare oral presentations and undertake written assignments.Homework activities will be planned, prepared and monitored by respective Class Teachers in consultation with the Headteacher and parents. At Key Stage 2 the children are generally given a timetable of homework tasks for the term/half term and allowed some autonomy in the sequence in which they complete the tasks. Marking of homework may be done by the teacher, pupil or peers as appropriate.We trust parents will view homework as contributing to pupils’ progress and see their role as a partnership with teachers in which pupils are supported, guided and helped to meet out stated aims.In general terms it is hoped parents will help establish homework routines in which children have a reasonably peaceful, suitable place for doing homework, make clear to children the value of homework, and support the school in explaining how it can help them make progress. Parents are also invaluable in terms of encouragement and checking deadlines are met and in giving praise, especially to young children, for the completion of homework.312356546672500The monitoring of the effectiveness of the homework procedures and an evaluation of the quality of homework will be regular discussion points at least each year, if not each term.Physical EducationOur Physical Education provision is based on the Physical Education and School Sport initiative and also the Dragon Sports initiative. A wide range of physical activities are offered and as the children move through the school, there are opportunities to represent the school in competitive events e.g. football, swimming, rugby.PE Kit34886901016000As part of health education, children need to change clothing for physical education activities. Shorts and a T-shirt and trainers are generally worn but some work in the hall is done barefoot.In colder weather children can wear a long sleeved sweatshirt and joggers.SwimmingChildren in years 3 – 6 have swimming lessons at Pontardawe Leisure Centre, where they are taught various swimming strokes and aspects of water safety. Girls need a one piece bather and boys wearing Speedo style trunks. The pool staff do not allow fashion shorts. Bathing hats are required and can be bought at the leisure centre and children are encouraged to wear swimming goggles.Year 1/2 have a ‘taster session’ during the year.Special Educational Needs (SEN) & More Able and Talented (MAT)?The school has a policy for Special Educational Needs which reflects the 'Code of Practice' published by the Welsh Government and the advice given by the Local Authority (LA), the policy continues to be updated in line with any changes in legislation. The staff regularly attend courses and meetings to ensure they are well trained and up to date on current thinking and strategies. A Governor is designated to oversee SEN and the issue is discussed termly by governors.Children may require support during any period of their time at school and the support may be for many reasons - social, psychological, physical. Children's needs may be identified by LA surveys, school observation, assessments, and parental concerns.?The school is able to call upon a range of services to help identify and support children having a Special Educational Need. These include Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language, Social Services, Educational Welfare Officer, School Medical Officer. Children identified as having a Special Educational Need may have an Individual Education Plan (IEP) which contains strategies and targets for supporting the child. These IEP's are discussed with the child and parents and are regularly reviewed.?If a child is identified as being particularly able, they may also be supported with strategies and targets set out in an Individual Action Plan (IAP); however our philosophy is to provide rich, challenging and varied opportunities for all children which will make this provision rare. ?Funds to help support children will be apportioned to schools throughout the county. However, the school does its best to support all children who may need support, regardless of the funding provided annually by the County and gives full consideration to the requirements of children with a range of needs to ensure access to the curriculum in its broadest sense.?For children who transfer to other schools or to the Comprehensive school, full transitional meetings and arrangements are carried out to support the child and their family in the move.Sex Education At Glais Primary School, Sex Education is seen as part of the total integration programme of the school where teachers and health visitor help foster an awareness of caring and loving. The school policy on Sex Education, which sets this out, is based on the policy produced by the Local Authority, contextualised by the school and approved by the Governors.Parents will be informed if and when more sensitive issues will be discussed and parents have the right to request that their child is withdrawn from such situations when alternative provision will be made. Parents are also welcome to view materials which the school uses, if they wish to.Bilingual and Multi – Cultural Understanding including use of the Welsh LanguageWelsh309499027686000English is the language of instruction at Glais Primary School, there is no provision to instruct through the medium of Welsh so parents would need to contact the Local Authority for a suitable school if this was required. However, situated in the Swansea Valley, Glais village still has evidence of speaking Welsh as a first language, with some of the children’s relatives able to speak Welsh. There is a therefore a special need to create and encourage the Cwricwlum Cymreig within the school in order to help develop the children’s awareness and learning of the Welsh Language as a ‘living language’.All children follow a structured programme for learning Welsh as a second language, with teachers and children being supported by a teacher advisor who visits the school regularly and ensures a curriculum which can be accessed by all children at an appropriate level. This curriculum provision includes the children being encouraged to respond in Welsh as often as possible during the school day. They use Welsh in song, dance, drama, games, stories, legends and in conversations and written sources. Through stories, school visits, drama and legends, the children also learn about the cultural and historical heritage of Wales. Multi-cultural understandingIt is important that our children understand the society of which they are part. At Glais Primary School we help them develop this understanding by ensuring there are specific opportunities and resources that explore multi-cultural issues.Education for Sustainable Development & Global Citizenship“This enables people to develop the knowledge, values and skills to participate in decisions about the way we do things individually and collectively both locally and globally, that will improve the quality of life now without damaging the planet for the future and which promotes a more equitable and sustainable world.”At school, we endeavour to make our pupils aware and to develop and promote:-Respect and care for the community of life, the environment locally and the wider world.Recognize the importance of taking individual responsibility and action to make the world a better place.To improve the quality of life, the environment and community.Conserve the Earth’s vitality and diversity.Help to minimize the depletion of non-renewable resources.Change and healthy, positive personal attitudes and practices, lifestyles.Why there is a need for harmony and resolutions.Assessment, Reporting and Recording Our most recently available assessment information is published as Appendix 1.Whilst valuable, such basic information measures only a small part of total school life and may not be the best indicator of a successful, or even an unsuccessful school. It does not indicate the progress that children have made since starting at Glais Primary School.In our opinion, the best information concerning your child's attainment and achievement can be had from your child and your child's teacher and we would urge you to talk to both of them to find out how your child is doing. Should you wish to discuss the information in the table, please do not hesitate to contact the Headteacher.We use many assessment measures at Glais Primary School. Your child will be assessed on entry and English and Maths tests are administered for all children from Nursery-age onwards, as information gathered from these tests is used to determine progress of individuals and to inform the teaching of individuals, groups of pupils and the class.Music Tuition Music tuition is provided by an external music service. Our peripatetic music teacher visits once a week and those who would like to learn to play the guitar or ukulele are offered the opportunity. Parents are asked to make a contribution to the cost of this service. As playing and looking after a musical instrument requires commitment on the part of parents and children, financially and in time and effort, parents are required to enter into a signed agreement that they are prepared to accept these following commitments should their child receive tuition.A tuition book should be purchased when requested by the music teacher.Regular practice must be done for at least 20 minutes, at least three times a week.Ensure that the instrument is properly maintained and cleaned according to the teacher’s instructions and meet any costs of damage incurred in the home or in transit.Ensure the instrument is taken to school for tuition and taken home again.Take full responsibility for the instrument in transit and at home (Please check your house contents insurance policy regarding school instruments.)Return the school instrument in good order at the appropriate time, where applicable. 937896889000Religious Education and Collective Worship15906753556000Religious Education is a compulsory element within the curriculum and is taught in accordance with the Local Authority's agreed syllabus. It is taught, as far as possible, through the theme studied by the class, with the emphasis on Christianity while recognising other faiths. A collective act of worship is undertaken every day. Children whose parents do not wish them to attend collective worship can have alternative provision made for their preferred act of worship within the school. Regular contributions to the school assemblies are made from such diverse organisations and representatives as R.N.L.I., N.S.P.C.C., N.C.H., R.S.P.C.A., the community constable and various religious ministers. The school has policies for Religious Education and Collective Worship, which can be viewed on request.Pastoral Care, Behaviour, Expectations, Rights and ResponsibilitiesExpectations & ApproachThe school aims to create a community which is friendly and caring, with high expectations of good behaviour. Our expectations are met through fair and consistently applied code of conduct firmly rooted in positive behaviour management. This is outlined in School Policy. Everyone within the school is expected to behave in a reasonable and co-operative way at all times.This expectation is further embedded through the work with UNICEF that the children do regarding Children’s Rights as set out in the ‘United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child’ and our responsibilities in regard to this is part of the ethos of the school. The school has also adopted a restorative practice approach to dealing with the kind of conflict that young children sometimes experience. This encourages and empowers the children to take a lead in resolving issues, with adults supporting the process. This ethos almost always provides a solution, however, the School Behaviour, Expectations Rights and Responsibilities policy does provide for periods of exclusion on the grounds of behaviour which has become unacceptable. When entering school, our home school expectations clearly sets out expectations and how these can be supported. Please ask the school office if you would like further details of this prior to joining our school or look at Appendix 3.-12192021653541865552298702014855217170Safeguarding and Pastoral Care All members of the school community have a responsibility for safeguarding within the school. The school has detailed Safeguarding and Child Protection policies and staff receive regular training. From time to time the school will have concerns for a child. The school then has a statutory duty to make a direct referral to the appropriate authorities. If the school contacts you to say it is felt a referral is necessary, it is out of concern for your child and a desire to do the best for them. A decision on whether the concern is justified will then be made by the appropriate authorities, not the school. We will always do what we feel is best for the children at the school. On a daily basis, each class teacher is responsible for the pastoral care of the pupils, with the headteacher having overall responsibility.If children are ill or injured in school, the parents or named contacts will be telephoned. If necessary, the emergency services will be called and parents informed. The medical and dental services attend the school regularly and the Educational Welfare Service and Schools Psychological Service also attend regularly.Pupil GroupsOur school promotes the positive contribution and involvement by our pupils towards their own education, the school community, the environment and the school ethos. We have an extensive group of pupil representative groups who we call ‘PUPS Squad’ (Pupil Stakeholder Squad).28498801710690-30988018173701299845176784043916602726690We believe that pupils’ contributions and involvement in improving our school will provide ownership of the agreed rules for a healthy, ordered, structured and democratic school community. Aspects of decision making, responsibility, co-ordination and ‘Buddy’ peer care, support and leadership will be developed, further promoting positive attitudes and better behaviour of our pupils. Therefore, our aim is to provide opportunities to develop confidence, skills and understanding which will result in positive citizenship.127635219710Improvements to the toilets instigated by the School Council.00Improvements to the toilets instigated by the School Council.451739022225Making Welsh cakes to raise funds for ‘Bake for Bobath’ on St. David’s Day.020000Making Welsh cakes to raise funds for ‘Bake for Bobath’ on St. David’s Day.Support for Charities and the local CommunityGlais Primary School regularly gets involved in a variety of fund-raising and competitive activities. We believe that by incorporating such aspects into the life of the school, we maintain a strong, positive perception of Glais Primary School, not only from within, but from the community at large. We also feel it gives the children a greater sense of the value of being a positive member of society.AttendanceIf your child is due to attend a medical, doctor, dental or optician appointment, please let us know in advance either by sending the appointment card or a written note to school. This will be recorded in the register as an authorised absence. Children soon get behind in their work if they miss even odd days from school, so please do not keep them away unless they are very unwell or there is a severe family crisis.If your child is absent due to ill health, we ask that you contact the school (by telephone if possible) on the first day of illness to say that your child is not expected. In this way, we can be sure that your child has not been involved in an accident on the way to school. At the same time, it would help if you can give us an indication of approximately how long you think your child may be away from school. It helps if you can send a written note when your child returns to school, as this is kept as a record of absences. Education Welfare Officers are employed by the Education Authority to act as liaison between parents and school. They are much more than attendance officers of the past and are now more like social workers attached to the education service. However, one of their tasks remains the enforcement of rules concerning school attendance. The Education Welfare Officer can also help with information concerning free school meals and any other matter affecting your child's welfare. Ms Lisa Lewis is the Educational Welfare Officer attached to Glais Primary School. The school enjoys a close working relationship with her.New attendance guidance requires schools to consider each case when considering holidays taken during the school year. Holiday request forms need to be completed as soon as possible and are available from the office or on the school website. If a child has low/unacceptable absences, the parents of the child will be fined. More information on this is available from the school.Parents are reminded that, under the new regulations, persistent lateness will be regarded as unexplained absence. Any unexplained absence will be counted as unauthorised. Please help us to keep unauthorised absences to a minimum.School Health NurseThe School Health Nurse Service provides education, support, advice and assistance in all issues related to health and public health for school aged children and the wider school community.?They will work closely with?school?to?provide evidence based sessions in the classroom in line with the Personal & Social Education (PSE) and Sex & Relationships Education (SRE) curriculum. School Nurses?are also available to discuss and advise on a 1:1 basis if appropriate. If you wish to contact the School Nurse, speak to the school office or Vicky Bailey, Operational Team Leader, Swansea?01792 516588 Victoria.bailey@wales.nhs.ukHealth & Medicines The School’s Medical Officer arranges from time to time, medical examinations of pupils newly admitted to school e.g. height and weight.In addition, some pupils may be re-examined if it is felt necessary to do so. All medicals are strictly confidential. Parents will be notified of such medicals and parental consent sought beforehand. The School Nurse visits regularly to carry out routine sight tests, hearing tests and to check the children’s general health, to promote healthy lifestyle and to liaise with school staff regarding any health problems.Dentists examine your child’s teeth regularly and recommend treatment if necessary, either through the school Dental Clinic or the child’s own dentist. The school Dentist does not administer treatment in school. Parents will be informed of his visit and may decline if they wish.Children who have speech problems may be referred to the Speech Therapy Clinic with the consent of parents.Any child with emotional or educational problems may be referred to the Educational Psychologist after discussion with parents.The school is able to refer to an Educational Welfare Officer if the need arises. The Welfare Officer is based at Lon Las Primary School.The Health Protection Agency recommends the following list of incubation and exclusion periods for children’s ailments:DiseaseExclusion PeriodChicken Pox5 days from appearance of rashImpetigoUntil lesions are crusted & healed or 48hours after starting antibioticsGerman Measles6 days from appearance of rashRingwormExclusion not usually requiredMeasles4 days from appearance of rashMumps5 days from appearance of swellingScabiesReturn after first treatmentConjunctivitisExclusion not usually requiredDiarrhoea and/or vomiting48 hours after last episode FluUntil recovered enough to participate in lessonsHeadlicePlease check your child’s hair regularly and treat any headlice before your child returns to school. Please inform us so that we can notify other parents of any outbreak.Sun Protection5125721158750It is important that long lasting sun-cream is applied during sunny periods. A long lasting sun cream is preferred as it will last all day and will not need to be brought into school.Please ensure your child also has a hat with them during warmer times of the year.MedicinesThe school has adopted the County policy on ‘the Administration of Medicines’.If your child needs to take prescribed medicine then please ensure written instructions and medicine are given to the office. 'Request for the administration of prescribed medicine in school' forms for this can be found on the school website, are available from the office, or can be copied from appendix 4 of this prospectus. We cannot administer any medicines without the authorisation of this form. This is for safety reasons and in your child's interests. Medicines that we administer must be those that can be taken by the child themselves (e.g. tablets or medicine). We will not administer ointments or suppositories. If circumstances relating to your child's health alter at any time, please let us know in writing, in order for us to amend our records. Please feel free to telephone us if you feel the need to discuss it.The headteacher or ‘First Aider’ will administer the medicine and this is recorded in a book. A second adult will be present when the medicine is administered.Uniform441642514033500There is a school uniform with the school logo printed on sweatshirts and hoodies. This uniform and logo were designed by the children. The uniform with a badge can be bought from a local school supplier or through the online school uniform service (please ask the office for details). Items without a badge are perfectly acceptable also. It is our expectation that children wear the uniform. In order to allow children to cater for their individual taste and be as flexible as possible, whilst also showing that they belong to Glais Primary School, we have a uniform which allows for choice and is as follows:435165517526000Red or black sweatshirt, hoodie, cardigan or jumper – with/without the school badge onBlack skirt, trousers or shortsWhite black or red polo shirt or t-shirtWarm, waterproof coatMainly black shoes or trainers. Open-toed sandals or backless/slip on shoes are not suitable for school use. Wellies for Forest SchoolJewellery is not allowed, except ear studs. Nail varnish is not allowed to be worn by children.Red gingham dresses (in summer)435229010731500All clothing needs to be clearly marked with your child’s name in case it is mislaid.Please note that the curriculum involves your child working and playing indoors and outdoors and that clothing and footwear needs to be practical. The school provides cagoules and over trousers for outdoor work when the weather is not so good. Please ensure that your child has a pair of wellies to wear in school.?P.E kit needs to be sent into school. Please ensure that your child has trainers for P.E - fashion shoes are not safe or suitable.?In summer, please ensure your child wears clothes that cover shoulders, arms and legs to avoid sun burn.Equal Opportunities, Race, Equality & Cultural DiversityOur aim is to provide equal opportunities to all of the children in our care so that they can reach their full potential and take advantage of all aspects of school life, regardless of their gender, race, colour or religion.Policies relating to these areas are available at the school, as well as information on ‘Reporting Racial Incidents’. Disabled Pupils/AccessThere is a disability/access plan in place which ensures that the school provides access for all. In the case of parents with a disabled child, our policy is to ensure that there is access to buildings and the curriculum.InclusionPlease inform the school if you require information to be provided in a special form e.g. Braille or in another language.Looked After ChildrenThe school has a designated member of staff, Ms L Messam and designated governor, Mrs H Ayling to ensure the needs of LAC children are catered for. They liaise with Local Authority LAC co-ordinator to seeks advice and ensure that appropriate provision is made.Health and SafetyThe school site is regularly checked for hazards and the P.E equipment, electrical, fire extinguishers & alarms and emergency lighting are tested regularly, with fire drills being carried out termly. There is a designated Health and Safety Governor and the issue is discussed termly by governors.Dogs are not allowed on the school premises at any time with the exception of guide dogs for the visually impaired.School SecuritySecurity arrangements for pupils, staff and school premises are a priority. In the interests of safety, the school has security locks fitted to all external doors and security cameras are in operation. These prevent unauthorised access from outside, while allowing easy exit in an emergency. The school has implemented its own security procedure, which is brought to the attention of all. All visitors entering the school must sign in at reception and wear a visitor’s badge. Visitors, including parents, are requested to cooperate with this procedure, as the following requests are there to keep our school safe:Enter the school via the main entrance only, report to reception and close all gates when entering or leaving the premises.Do not come into school with your child in the morning. If you need to speak to a member of staff please make an appointment in the office.During the school day, only enter the teaching areas with the consent of the Headteacher or Mrs plaints ProcedureUnder Section 409 of the 1996 Education Act, should parents be unhappy regarding curricular or any related issues after they have raised their concern with the class teacher initially, they should then raise it with the Headteacher, in writing if necessary.If they remain dissatisfied then procedures are available to discuss the issue with the Governing body (A copy of the Complaints Procedure can be found online and a copy is also kept in the office).Testimonials 366839534290Introductory programme for pre-school pupils- home visits, packs, language-play programme.....Fabulous transition for children starting their career at the village schoolParent00Introductory programme for pre-school pupils- home visits, packs, language-play programme.....Fabulous transition for children starting their career at the village schoolParent-11938046990The school’s open door policy seems to work well, with staff being approachable and we have always been able to discuss any issuesParent00The school’s open door policy seems to work well, with staff being approachable and we have always been able to discuss any issuesParent43084755286375Pupils feel listened to, they even chose the colour of the toilet walls!Parent00Pupils feel listened to, they even chose the colour of the toilet walls!Parent17272005204460It is inspiring to see the effect that changes have had on pupil development.... an excellent example of high quality physical development.Sport Development Officer00It is inspiring to see the effect that changes have had on pupil development.... an excellent example of high quality physical development.Sport Development Officer-3994155204460We had a wonderful time at the Christmas school fete. The effort from all involved was obviousGrandparent00We had a wonderful time at the Christmas school fete. The effort from all involved was obviousGrandparent-12446020955It was clear to see that the staff and pupils are thriving... and it was a pleasure to see the children so happy, polite and enjoying their time at school ... I was extremely impressedMike Hedges AMAssembly member of Swansea East00It was clear to see that the staff and pupils are thriving... and it was a pleasure to see the children so happy, polite and enjoying their time at school ... I was extremely impressedMike Hedges AMAssembly member of Swansea East367093545085....I have been impressed with the quality of the teaching and the effort made by the teachers to keep us involved with her learning and development. She loves it and I am very pleased with her development..... Parent00....I have been impressed with the quality of the teaching and the effort made by the teachers to keep us involved with her learning and development. She loves it and I am very pleased with her development..... Parent172656562230... my child is doing well at Glais Primary School and is happy and secure thereParent00... my child is doing well at Glais Primary School and is happy and secure thereParent3776980162560...the school is a wonderful community school and cares for the children. Children are polite and friendly and I believe that this is because of the good ethics the school portraysParent00...the school is a wonderful community school and cares for the children. Children are polite and friendly and I believe that this is because of the good ethics the school portraysParent-34925017780This school has a lovely attitude with the children, whatever their background or ability – all are includedParent00This school has a lovely attitude with the children, whatever their background or ability – all are includedParentAppendicesAppendix 1 Foundation Phase Outcomes 2019SCHOOL & NATIONAL The following table shows the percentage of pupils attaining each outcome.ZSGNDW123456+5+Language, Literacy, and Communication Skills in English (LCE)School0000000006563894National---0.10.30.70.40.93.110.550.533.584.0Language, Literacy, and Communication Skills in Welsh (LCW)School0000000000000National----0.10.10.30.72.210.652.933.286.1Mathematical Development (MDT)School0000000006633194National---0.10.30.50.30.62.29.552.633.986.6Personal and Social Development, Well-being and Cultural Diversity (PSD)School00000000002575100National---0.10.30.50.30.51.23.834.059.493.4There were 16 pupils in the group.Foundation Phase Outcome IndicatorSchool94National82.6726439235585End of Key Stage 2 results of pupils in the school (2019) and nationally (2018) 00End of Key Stage 2 results of pupils in the school (2019) and nationally (2018) NDNCO 1, 2, & 3123456+4+EnglishSchool00000038620100National0.20.3-0.51.26.545.144.21.791.1OracySchool00000031690100National0.20.3-0.41.16.345.044.61.891.5ReadingSchool00000031690100National0.20.3-0.51.27.043.045.62.090.6WritingSchool00000838381592National0.20.3-0.51.610.549.535.61.586.7MathematicsSchool00000023698100National0.20.3-0.41.15.944.045.62.291.8ScienceSchool00000023698100National0.20.3-0.41.05.745.646.10.492.1Core Subject IndicatorSchool100National89.5Appendix 2School term and holiday dates 2019/20Holiday dates and bank holidaysTermTerm beginsTerm endsMid-term holidayTerm beginsTerm endsTotal daysBeginsEndsAutumn 2019Monday2 SeptemberFriday25 OctoberMonday28 OctoberFriday1 NovemberMonday4 NovemberFriday20 December??40?3575Spring 2020Monday6 JanuaryFriday14 FebruaryMonday17 FebruaryFriday21 FebruaryMonday24 FebruaryFriday3 April??30?3060Summer 2020Monday20 AprilFriday22 MayMonday25 MayFriday29 MayMonday1 JuneMonday20 July??25?3560Total:195Bank holidays10 April 2020 - Good Friday13 April 2020 - Easter Monday8 May 2020 - May Day25 May 2020 - Spring Bank HolidayAppendix 3-90741532385Appendix 4Appendix 5GLAIS PRIMARY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE 2018-2019 Period: 01/09/2017 to 31/08/2018Group Presents AEA Authorised Absences Unauthorised Absences Possible % Attend Whole School4163973523581114484394.5Totals4163973523581114484394.5Group Presents AEA Authorised Absences Unauthorised Absences Possible % Attend Year N19280740100292.6Year N23147422002339194.0Year R4172463060452493.2Year 153892738230582892.9Year 26777383480716395.1Year 342515916212448496.1Year 460399326116640995.7Year 5452512520920487995.3Year 6641130541631716393.8Totals4163973523581114484394.5Total % present for statutory school age pupils only: 94.5%Appendix 6Appendix 7Stuart Page (Local Authority Governor)I have been a member of the Glais Primary School governing body for almost six years now and have been Chair for the past four years.I am currently employed by the City and County of Swansea and have been for the past 15 years. Since 2009 I have worked in the Education Department, which has been a great help in supporting my role as governor.As a resident of Glais and a former pupil of Glais Primary School I have a great affinity for the village and particularly the school. I have taken great pride in the achievements that the school has made over the past few years and it is pleasing to note that Glais is currently one of the most successful primary schools in Swansea. I have always wanted my children to attend Glais and am pleased that they have had the opportunity to attend such a fantastic school.Marc Sherlock (Community Governor)I have been a Parent Governor at Glais Primary School for over 2 years. I am the Link Governor and I also sit on the Resources and Personnel sub- committee. My 3 sons attend Glais Primary school and they are in Year 3, Year 1 and Reception Class. I have lived in Glais for over 15 years and I am committed to developing the links between the community and the school.I am very proud of the work that the governing body achieves to develop and motivate the school to perform at a high standard whilst still keeping the Fun element of school life a priority. I take my role as a governor seriously and I find it a privilege to help achieve the goals and standards that the local authority and Estyn require the school to deliver. Jill Page (Parent Governor)Although not originally from Glais, I have lived in the village for a number of years and have two wonderful sons that attend Glais Primary School.My day job is HR Officer for the City & County of Swansea. I have worked for the Authority for over 20 years, predominantly in the Education Department. This has provided me with an awareness of many aspects of the education system. I became a governor to take an active role in my children’s education and to support the school in its endeavours to develop our children both personally and academically. I appreciate seeing the workings of the school from a different perspective and especially enjoyed spending the day in school with the children during their lessons. I believe that the children of Glais Primary School have the right to the best education, that they enjoy learning and have the support to develop their individual talents. Helen Ayling (Community Governor)I have been a member of the Governing Body for over 4 years. I am the Governor for Special Educational Needs and Looked After Children. After gaining my degree in Art & Design and working in various art studios, I retrained to become a teacher. I spent 25 very happy years teaching in Ynysmaerdy Primary School, where I became the Deputy Headteacher. I was born and brought up in Glais and my family have a long history of attendance at Glais Primary. My grandmother attended the school in the late 1800’s, becoming a pupil-teacher. My grandfather was the school’s attendance officer in the early 1900’s. My mother also attended Glais Primary School and she is the oldest surviving ex pupil of the school at 100 years of age. She used to come to the school to play the piano for the concerts which were performed. My brother, sister and myself all attended Glais School, as did both my daughters and now my grand-daughter will follow the trend making her the 5th generation of my family to do so.I thoroughly enjoy being a Governor of Glais School. I’m fortunate that I am able to see first-hand the care, commitment and enthusiasm that is apparent in the school from both the staff and the pupils. Your children are in very safe hands Michelle Gee (Parent) As a child, I attended Glais Primary School along with my younger brother, Paul. My parents are from the Village of Glais and have lived here for over 40 years. I live in Glais with my husband and two children, Evan and Eva, aged nine and six. Both children attend Glais Primary.My husband and I run an Engineering company. Our work involves the replacement of Gas Mains and Services across England and Wales. My role of Director is multi-pronged, I am responsible for Health & Safety, Administration and Finance. Previous to running our own business, I worked for one of the largest training organisations in the UK. My responsibilities included Project Management & Health & Safety. I feel privileged to be a member of the Governing Body of Glais Primary. In my short time as Parent Governor, I have been able to observe the workings of the school from a different perspective and understand the financial obstacles presented to the school. I will be fully committed to my role as Parent Governor and look forward to contributing to the Team in the future. Victoria Lewis (Parent)I have been a member of the Glais Primary School Governing body for just under a year.I previously had the pleasure of running the 1st Glais Brownie group and while leading the group formed a relationship with the school. From this insight into the school when I had my daughter, who is now five I knew there was only one school I wished her to attend. My daughter is currently in reception and I am pleased that I made the decision to send her to Glais Primary. The school is progressive in its teaching methods and always has the pupil’s educational and personal needs at the forefront of its development. It has been an honour to be able to sit on the governing body and I have thoroughly enjoyed seeing the inside workings of the school and being able to see first-hand the pupils and schools progress.Cllr Alyson Pugh (Local Authority)I am a nurse of 33 years and a Health Visitor of 19 years, with a BSc in Nursing, and an MSc in Community Health and PRINCE 2 qualified. I have a broad background to which started in Paediatrics and then changed direction to spend the next five years working with people with substance misuse and sexual health related problems along with becoming a qualified Counsellor. I became a sister in Llandough Hospital before specialising as a Health Visitor taking me back to children where I went on to manage Sure Start in Cardiff.I have been an elected Labour Councillor representing Llansamlet Ward since 2017, a Chair of the Poverty Reduction Policy Group looking into Council policies that can help people suffering in poverty. Particular areas of work were employability, high interest lending, homelessness and food banks. With a recent appointment as Cabinet Member for Better Communities (people). I am a member of the Swansea Bay Public Service Board an active member of many steering groups with a particular interest in Domestic Abuse and Substance misuse. I am in the process of setting up a Poverty Truth Commission in Swansea which will be the first in Wales. I am an active Unite delegate to many Labour groups within Wales and attend many political courses with Unite. In any spare time I have it is spent making cakes, learning to play the ukulele and spending time with my two grand childrenAndrea Bacova (Community)I am a director and home manager at Glais Nursing Home. We have been working very closely with Glais Primary School for a number of years and appreciate how valuable our relationship is. We have seen great benefits in connecting younger and older generations through integration within our village, both for the children and our residents.Our work together has led to positive outcomes for both the school and our home and I wish to extend this further in my role as governor at the school.Please consider becoming a parent governor when a vacancy arises, it is a rewarding role and really helps to ensure the school is the best that it can be. The commitment is not usually any more than 3 meetings each term. If you would like more information, please contact Nicola Herbert in the school office or Stuart Page (Chair of Governors).Appendix 8Parental Notes-641985-309386 ................
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