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WELCOME TO ALLENDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Dear Parents/Caregivers
We welcome you and your family to our school. At this school, parents and school staff work together to guide and support students through their early years of education are making this a satisfying and enjoyable time for your child.
We invite you to be involved in the life of the school and encourage you to maintain communication with your child’s classroom teacher. Allendale Primary School staff has the interest of your child at heart at all times and our decisions and actions are made only with that interest uppermost in our minds. The partnership between home and school enhances your child’s success at school.
This information booklet gives an overview of the operation of the school. It will assist you to understand many of the organisational aspects of our school. Please contact the school should you require any assistance regarding your child’s education.
We look forward to an educationally rewarding experience for your child and that together, we can help each child reach his or her full potential in keeping with our school motto of “Strive To Succeed”. Our school is an Independent Public School. We look forward to an exciting and fun 2017!
_____________________ Mrs Lisa Criddle PRINCIPAL
Our Vision: Allendale Primary School is a place where we work together to develop independent and collaborative learners preparing them as future citizens. Our Beliefs: We believe in:
Respect and concern for others and their rights: students to be tolerant of others, to be caring and compassionate and show concern for the wellbeing of others and their property. Members of the school community having the right to feel respected and valued
Responsibility: we take responsibility for our actions and accept consequences. Education being the responsibility of all- the students and their family, the school and community
Honesty: we want students to be honest, sincere and seek the truth
Courtesy: we display respect and an appreciation for others in our school
Integrity: we do the right thing by others and ourselves ensuring consistency between words and deeds
Pursuit of Knowledge and Excellence: we are committed to learning, continuous self-improvement and the achievement of individual potential and excellence. The pursuit of excellence through models of best practice.
A Fair Go: we treat all people fairly and free from discrimination. We embrace and celebrate diversity and multiculturalism
Safety: we are committed to a learning environment that is emotionally, physically and socially safe where everyone respects the rights of others.
Collaboration: we promote teamwork and leadership to inspire and empower students and staff
A Strong Curriculum: providing a comprehensive, innovative and challenging curriculum for all
Environmental Responsibility: we want students to commit to respecting and showing concern for Australia’s environment and have a strong understanding of sustainability
Inclusivity: striving to be inclusive of all students in the teaching and learning curriculum
Motivation: Motivation as a powerful learning tool for students and staff
Staff Values: Supporting the professionalism and commitment of all staff
Health Focus: Optimising learning through a positive attitude and an active & healthy body
School Motto: Strive to Succeed
The School Creed
This is our school, let peace dwell here. Let the rooms be full of contentment.
Let love abide here, love of one another. Love of mankind, love of life itself.
And love of all. Let us remember that many hands build a house.
So many hearts make a school.
Our School Context: Allendale Primary School opened in 1952 and is situated in the centre of Geraldton, Western Australia. The school was built on land, formally used as tomato gardens, donated by the local Allen family. Our school is dedicated to providing an innovative, contemporary and outstanding learning environment for our students. We were selected to become an Independent Public School in 2015. The school is part of the Geraldton Network of schools. We are committed to providing a safe and happy learning environment in which we strive to ensure that every student is a successful student and every teacher is a highly effective teacher. We take pride in ensuring that the learning needs of all students are carefully considered and appropriate curriculum adjustments are made to ensure their success. Allendale Primary School continues to develop and strengthen its strong reputation for the quality of its teaching and learning programs, the commitment and professionalism of its staff, the innovative and stimulating physical environment and its focus in the individual child. Currently our school enrolment is 355 with approximately 99 students being Aboriginal. We enjoy an increase in students having English as their second Language. This multi- cultural blend of the families attending the school contributes to a well-developed sense of shared community. Our Demographics: ICSEA: (Index of Community social disadvantage) the average school ICSEA is 1000. Allendale Primary School has an ICSEA of 894. When like schools comparisons are used they are made against schools with a similar ICSEA to our school.
Aboriginal students 87 23%
Migrant families 23 6%
Non English speaking background
28 7%
Our Moral Purpose: Allendale Primary School is a professional learning community, committed to achieving excellence in teaching and learning. Our highly skilled teachers and support staff set high expectations for themselves and engaging students in stimulating, purposeful learning programs that motivate students to learn. We place a strong focus on the key curriculum areas of English, Mathematics and History and Science and we also provide a well-rounded curriculum experience based on the Australian Curriculum. We offer strong, innovative specialist programs in Music, Physical Education, Health and Visual Arts, Cultural and Global Awareness. We are focussed on embedding an appreciation of Indonesia with our involvement in 21st CLD and the Adopt –A- School Program with our Bali sister school commitment.
Our teachers adopt innovative and highly engaging instructional skills and strategies in their classrooms. We implement contemporary co-operative learning approaches using Kagan strategies and make use of the latest computer technology including ipads, interactive whiteboards and laptops to support and enhance teaching and learning programs. The learning environment is a major focus at Allendale with staff working in
partnership with parents to ensure the grounds, buildings and facilities are well presented and suit the needs of all learners. Our Values: Respect, Responsibility, Courtesy and Honesty are the 4 core values that provide the solid foundation upon which our approaches to teaching and learning are built. They form the structure upon which we support our families to develop social and civic responsibility and sense of pride and belonging in our school and community. A strong spirit of collaboration between child, family, community and school is adopted. Our Purpose: At Allendale we challenge students to achieve excellence in a wide variety of academic, technological, cultural and sporting activities. We are committed to creating a safe, stimulating and positive teaching & learning environment.
Strong, positive partnerships with our families and local community are a feature of our school. We work closely with parents, School Board and Parents and Citizens Association to achieve outstanding outcomes for our students and the school.
At Allendale the needs of our students are considered first at all times. We understand that we are preparing students for a dynamic and ever changing world. We are committed to giving them the best start possible in their education.
EXECUTIVE TEAM Principal: Mrs Lisa Criddle
Deputy Principals: Mrs Jennifer Gadsby and Mr Chad Barnes
Manager Corporate Services: Mrs Margaret Pollett
OFFICE
School Officers: Mrs Ruth McGee and Mrs Tracey Matthews
CONTACT DETAILS
Main Office 9964 1888 Fax 9921 7255 Canteen 9921 4937 Dental Clinic 9921 4218
52 Wittenoom Street PO Box 7215, Geraldton WA 6530
Email [email protected] Principal’s email [email protected] Office Hours 8.30am – 3.30pm
SCHOOL WEBSITE
The school website is www.allendaleps.wa.edu.au. It contains school information including fortnightly newsletter and photos.
SCHOOL APP
Our School APP is available for download via the ITunes store for current information and reporting absences.
SCHOOL TIMES
8.50am First Siren 10.45am – 11.05am Recess 12.45pm – 1.20pm Lunch 3.00 pm School finishes
Students who arrive prior to 8:40am should wait in the undercover area where they will be supervised.
TERM DATES for 2017
Term 1 Wednesday 1 February - Friday 7 April Term 2 Wednesday 26 April - Friday 30 June Term 3 Tuesday 18 July - Friday 22 September Term 4 Tuesday 10 October - Thursday 14 December Parents will be advised of staff development days via the newsletter.
RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF STUDENTS, STAFF AND PARENTS
RIGHTS RESPONSIBILITIES
STUDENTS learn in a purposeful and supportive
environment without disruption. work and play in a secure, friendly
and clean environment. have their person and property
respected. be heard in an appropriate forum
ensure that their behaviour is not disruptive to the learning of others.
ensure that the school environment is kept friendly and tidy.
ensure that they are punctual, polite, prepared and display a positive manner.
behave in a way that protects the safety and well being of others.
respect other people and their property
STAFF have their person and property
respected. teach in a secure, friendly and clean
environment. teach in a purposeful and non-
disruptive environment. co-operation and support from parents
in managing their child’s behaviour. support from the school executives in
the behaviour management of students.
model respectful, courteous and honest behaviour.
recognise and reinforce positive behaviour.
contribute to maintaining a clean and secure school environment.
establish positive relationships with colleagues, students and parents.
collaborate with staff in managing the behaviour of students.
ensure good organisation and planning. be aware and cater for different cultural,
disability and individual needs. report on student social development to
parents.
PARENTS expect their child to learn in a
supportive environment without disruption.
expect their child to learn and play in a secure, friendly and clean environment.
be informed about their child's progress.
be informed of the behaviour management procedures and decisions affecting their child’s health and welfare.
be heard in an appropriate forum on matters related to their child.
ensure that their child attends school. ensure that the physical and emotional
welfare of their child is conducive to effective learning.
ensure that their child is provided with appropriate materials to maximise their use of the learning environment.
be aware and supportive of the school dress code and the school rules.
support the school in managing their child’s behaviour.
SCHOOL CODE OF CONDUCT
1. Students will keep hands to themselves and respect others. 2. Students must follow teacher directions. 3. Students must be safe by walking on paths and verandahs. 4. Students must sit down to eat and eat in set areas. 5. Students must walk bikes inside school grounds. 6. Students must play in designated areas. 7. Student must respect school and others property. 8. Students must abide by the schools policies and procedures and classroom codes of behaviour. Parents play a significant role in supporting our endeavours in trying to provide all children with a safe and positive learning environment. Please discuss these guidelines with your child. Teachers and the school Executive team will keep in contact with parents if issues arise. Please contact the class teacher for any further information.
Absences
Students MUST attend school every day unless they are ill. Attendance is compulsory and every absence must be explained by written or verbal information from parents or caregivers. If a child is absent without explanation, a note will be sent home. MSM messages are sent out daily at 10am for any unexplained absences. Please advise your child’s teacher of any illness or injury that is likely to result in an absence of more than a few days. Kindergarten and Pre Primary students, once enrolled, need to attend every day and also need absences explained verbally or in writing. Schools are responsible for monitoring the attendance of students and must follow up unexplained absences. Schools must also monitor the frequency and number of absences, as these may cause concern even when the parent has provided an explanation. The Department’s policy states that the school must investigate a student’s attendance if it falls below 90% i.e. more that 5 absences per term. Accidents or Sickness Minor injuries or illnesses which occur during the day are normally attended to at school. In more serious situations every endeavour is made to contact a parent/caregiver or the emergency contact to arrange for the child to be collected from school. Should such contact be unable to be made, the school will act according to the best interests of the child, but no responsibility will be accepted for medical costs, i.e. Ambulance. In extreme emergencies the student may be taken to the hospital before the parents are notified.
Administration of Medication
The Education Department has established guidelines about the administration of medication to students. All schools are required to comply with these guidelines. The following conditions apply:
Wherever possible, parents are to come to the school to administer medications themselves.
If the parent is unable to come to the school to administer medication or when it is long term medication, then the parent/caregiver needs to complete two forms: (a) Request for Teachers to Administer Medication.
(b) Medical Instructions from the Prescribing Doctor.
All relevant forms are available from the office and we suggest that parents/caregivers obtain a copy of these before going to the doctor with a sick child.
Arrival at School Students should arrive at school between 8.30am and 8.45am. Supervision of students starts at 8.30am, so don’t arrive before this time. It is the parents’ responsibility to make sure your children arrive in time to prepare for the day and be settled before lessons start. Assemblies Assemblies occur fortnightly each term. Their main purpose is to acknowledge student achievement and to communicate information. Dates and times for assemblies are advertised in the school newsletter and term planner. Classes take turns to organise
and conduct these events, and to present an item. Parents and interested community members are always welcome at assemblies and are appreciated by students and staff.
BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENT
RATIONALE
At Allendale Primary School, a high standard of behaviour is expected of all students. Our behaviour management process is based on a school-wide positive behaviour framework. This ensures we are continuously improving and enhancing the impact of academic instruction on achievement and increasing proactive, positive and preventative management. Our behaviour management interventions and practices are evidence based and are used to effectively address and support the socially and educationally important behavioural needs of our students and their families.
AIMS At Allendale Primary School we believe that we can effectively teach appropriate behaviours to all children. Through the implementation of the Positive Behaviour Supports Framework and department endorsed practices we are endeavouring to enable students to take ownership/ responsibility for their behaviour, to consider others’ rights to safety, learning and fair treatment to enhance workable, positive relationships within our school community. Our behaviour management is based on the Positive Behaviour Supports framework which consists of rules, routines and physical arrangements that are developed and explicitly taught by school staff. Effective teachers provide inclusive, flexible and relevant curriculum to address both social and academic learning outcomes for students as set out in the Australian Curriculum. Our staff will consistently observe and acknowledge appropriate behaviours by using a variety of positive reinforcements with students recognised individually, at classroom level, through newsletters, during school assemblies and attendance at whole school activities such as Fun Friday’s.
ALLENDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL – BEHAVIOUR EXPECTATIONS
RESPECT: Show respect to self, staff, students and property.
COURTESY: Show thoughtfulness and care to everyone in our school.
HONESTY: Always tell the truth.
RESPONSIBILITY: Take responsibility for your actions, words and behaviours.
SCHOOL WIDE BEHAVIOUR EXPECTATION MATRIX
AND TEACHING STRATEGIES
Classroom Playground Oval Specialists Assembly Library Verandahs
Courtesy
Show
thoughtfulness
and care to
everyone in our
school
Raise our hand
and wait our
turn
Use our
manners
Use nice words
Take turns
Show patience
Take turns
Use your manners
Give others a go
Use appropriate
language
Share equipment
Ask others to play
Cooperate
Share spaces and
equipment
Be aware of other
students games
Take turns
Show manners to
duty teachers
Raise our hand
Use manners
Use appropriate
language
Take turns fairly
Act/behave the
same way as you
would with your
classroom teacher
Show gratitude
Listen attentively
Face the front
Clap at appropriate
times
Keep hands and feet to
self
Walk in the library
Sensible voices
Greet other students and
staff appropriately
Acknowledge that the
Library is a place that
many people work
Think of other people’s safety
Use manners by giving way to
staff
Greet people that you see on
the verandah
Pick up rubbish even if it is
not yours.
Respect
Show respect to
self, staff,
students and
property
Be an active
listener
Follow
teachers’
instructions
Look after all
equipment
Look at the
speaker and
keep hands still
We play our games
the same way we
would like others
to play with us
Follow staff
instructions at all
times
Take care of the
environment and
the equipment
Care for the
environment
We take care of
and return sports
equipment
Follow teachers’
instructions
Walk sensibly
between classes
Respect rules from
different teachers
Look at the people who
speak
Display “whole body”
listening
Sing the National
Anthem
Look after books and other
library equipment
Return the book to the
spot you found it
Allow others to work in the
library
Follow the library
procedure
Pick up rubbish
Walk quietly during class times
Be in the correct area
Respect other people’s
property
Walk at all times
Honesty
Always tell the
truth
Compliment
others
Use diplomacy
Give teachers
correct
information
Tell the truth
when a staff
member asks you a
question
Play fairly
Give teachers
correct
information
Tell the truth
when a staff
member asks you a
question
Compliment others
Acknowledge the
achievement of others
Inform staff immediately
if you have damaged
something
Return books on time
Tell the truth about
missing books and bags
We only open our own bag
Responsibility
Take
responsibility for
your actions,
words and
behaviours
We made good
choices
We own our
own actions
Speak and act
towards others the
same way you
would like others
to speak and act
towards you
Safe use of
equipment at all
times
Safe use of
equipment at all
times
Choose good
behaviour
We show consideration
for others by listening
carefully
Sing the National
Anthem
Take responsibility for the
resources you use
Bring a library bag to
school
We make sure we walk
APPROACHES USED TO DEVELOP POSITIVE STUDENT BEHAVIOUR Restorative Justice Restorative Justice refers to structured process designed to repair the harm and to teach and encourage more socially responsible behaviours after incidents such as bullying. Restorative justice examples include the formal apology, the method of shared concern, restitution and community conferencing.
Classroom Management Skills (CMS) Classroom management refers to the wide variety of skills and techniques that teachers use to keep students organized, orderly, focused, attentive, on task, and academically productive during a class. When classroom-management strategies are executed effectively, teachers minimize the behaviours that impede learning for both individual students and groups of students, while maximizing the behaviours that facilitate or enhance learning. Further information is provided in the text: Classroom Management – A Thinking and Caring Approach by Barrie Bennett and Peter Smilanich Other strategies used at Allendale Primary School to promote and encourage positive student behaviours include:
Classroom Meetings
Year 6 Leadership Program
Token Program acknowledging Attendance, Uniform and Positive Behaviour
Communication Books between home and school
Individual classroom recognition strategies
Honour Certificates
Classroom reward
When challenging behaviour occurs:
What happened?
What were you thinking of at the time?
What have you thought about since?
Who has been affected by what you have done?
In what way have they been affected?
What do you think you need to do to make things right?
AM RESPONSIBLE FOR MY OWN BEHAVIOUR AND ACTIONS ALLENDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL BEHAVIOUR EXPECATIONS
STUDENTS’ RIGHTS STUDENTS’ RESPONSIBILITIES
To attend a school which has a safe, clean playground and learning environment. To attend a school free from bullying. To attend a school which places value on dress code and behaviour.
I have the responsibility to follow playground rules designed to ensure a safe, clean, happy environment. I have the responsibility to keep the school environment free from illegal drugs, tobacco and weapons. I have the responsibility to report bullying and know that it includes physical and verbal harm, deliberately excluding others from a group, ganging up, setting up embarrassing experiences, taking, hiding or damaging others’ property. I have the responsibility to always wear correct school uniform when travelling to and from school, at school and on excursions and to behave responsibly at all times by following school rules.
To learn in a classroom free from disruptions. I have the responsibility to adhere to classroom rules negotiated by the teacher and students in my class. I have the responsibility to comply with the school homework policy.
To travel safely to and from school, on excursions and sporting activities.
I have the responsibility to maintain acceptable standards of behaviour and dress as determined by the school community of parents students and teachers.
To expect positive and respectful relationships.
I have the responsibility to demonstrate mutual respect by being well-mannered. Being well-mannered includes the use of friendly greetings, “please”, “thank you”, “excuse me”, “may I ?” and other considerations. I have the responsibility to respond positively to requests from teachers and others in authority such as bus drivers, excursion personnel.
PARENTS’ RIGHTS PARENTS’ RESPONSIBILITIES
To be involved in a learning partnership with the teachers and students.
I have the responsibility to ensure that my child attends school regularly and is punctual. I have a responsibility to engage in a partnership with the teachers and students.
To know that my child’s learning environment is safe and happy.
I have a responsibility for the basic care of my children. I have a responsibility to support and encourage my children’s responsible, safe and courteous behaviour and adherence to school rules. I have a responsibility to be supportive and reflect a positive attitude towards the learning programs provided by the teaching staff.
To be informed of school activities and to be involved in school community decision making.
I have a responsibility to read and respond to communication from the school. I have a responsibility to attend advertised meetings to keep myself informed. I have the responsibility to support the school uniform dress code and ensure my children wear the correct attire.
To be kept informed of my child’s progress.
I have a responsibility to attend parent-teacher evenings and parent-teacher interviews. I have a responsibility to give my children responsibilities appropriate to their age and stage of development.
TEACHERS’ RIGHTS TEACHERS’ RESPONSIBILITIES
To teach in an environment where the teaching / learning process is respected.
I have a responsibility to maintain a safe, stimulating environment and to provide programs consistent with the curriculum of the Department of Education, appropriate to individual needs.
To work in a climate that is free from disruption, is well ordered, peaceful, safe and non-threatening.
I have a responsibility to establish a safe, positive environment which is conducive to learning. I have a responsibility to ensure that correct accident / illness procedure has been followed. I have the responsibility to deal with bullying or reported bullying.
To be respected as a professional by all involved in the teaching / learning process.
I have a responsibility to provide stimulating well prepared lessons and to contribute and take responsibility as a member of a cooperative team.
To expect behaviour from students which contributes to a positive class atmosphere.
I have a responsibility to be caring and well prepared and to resolve, to the best of my ability, problems that occur in the class.
To have the time to work with students as individuals and to be able to deal with individual needs.
I have a responsibility to recognise the rights and needs of students as individuals.
To receive professional support from the school executive and parents.
I have a responsibility to assess my own performance and to participate in professional development
Bullying
Allendale Primary School community has a zero tolerance for bullying, harassing and violent behaviours. We believe that students and teachers must have a safe and friendly environment to perform to the best of their ability. To achieve this, it is our aim to make the school a bully-free environment.
Definitions
Bullying is the deliberate intention to harm someone who does not have the power to stop it. Bullying, harassment or any form of discrimination, is immoral and can be unlawful because it interferes with the right of a person to feel safe and valued as a member of a community.
Bullying takes many forms.
It can be:
Face-to-face such as fighting, pushing, taunting, insulting, embarrassing, intimidating and invading personal space
Behind-the-back such as writing threatening or offensive messages, sending distressing emails and writing anonymous notes that are hurtful.
Bullying contains the following elements:
Harm is intended;
There is an imbalance of power;
It is often organised and systematic;
It is repetitive, occurring over a period of time; or it is random but serial activity carried out by somebody who is feared for this behaviour; and
Hurt experienced by a victim of bullying can be external (physical) or internal (psychological).
Bullying can be either physical or non-physical:
Physical bullying can include biting, hair-pulling, hitting, kicking, and locking in a room, pinching, punching, pushing, scratching, spitting, or any other form of physical attack. It also includes damaging a person’s property. This category is also a form of Violence.
Non-physical bullying can be verbal, which includes abusive telephone calls, cyber-bullying (on-line and text messaging), extorting money or material possessions, intimidation or threats of physical violence, name-calling, racist remarks or teasing, sexually suggestive or abusive language, spiteful teasing or making cruel remarks, and spreading false and malicious rumours;
Non-physical bullying can also be non-verbal, which includes making rude gestures and mean faces; manipulating relationships and ruining friendships; purposely and often systematically ignoring, excluding, and isolating someone; and
Violence can be premeditated fighting, attacking someone with a weapon or any other range of physical assault not already covered in this document.
Violence is a conscious act of aggression by one or more people against another person or people. It is intended to cause physical harm to another person.
All members of the Allendale Primary School community will ensure a positive social context where student behaviour is developed. This is achieved by giving consistent messages that promote the value of respect, value diversity and support constructive relationships. Further steps that can be taken by staff to create this context include the following:
Provision of a relevant and engaging curriculum;
Weekly classroom meetings with teachers input and guidance;
Provide students with opportunities to develop their leadership skills;
Strong focus on pastoral care;
Emphasise the value of respect for all;
Accept and celebrate diversity;
Continue to foster the involvement of parents and the wider school community in the school’s programs.
At Allendale Primary we have commenced the implementation of the Friendly Schools Plus Program, which compliments the PATHs program that has been implemented since 2011. Both of these programs are designed to build capacity and resilience of our students through:
Self-Awareness
Self-Management
Social Awareness
Relationship Skills
Social Decision-Making. Links to Friendly Schools Plus: Donna Cross – YouTube 13.55min – Friendly Schools Plus http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_HEOxvFmDo http://www.friendlyschools.com.au/resources.php http://kieranmooreblog.wordpress.com/ http://www.piarawatersps.wa.edu.au/ The Allendale Primary School’s Preventing and Managing Bullying Guidelines is currently under review with the Student Engagement and Wellbeing Team. Cyber Bullying This involves the use of information and communication technologies such as e-mail, text messages, instant messaging and websites to engage in the bullying of other individuals or groups. This technology provides an alternative means for verbal, relational and psychological forms of bullying. Cyber safety websites and resources such as: The Department of Education WA – Behaviour and Wellbeing – Cyber safety website Bullying No Way www.bullyingnoway.gov.au , Cyber Smart www.cybersmart.gov.au and Stay Smart Online www.staysmartonline.gov.au provide staff, parents and students with current information and strategies on dealing with bullying.
Mobile phones and electronic equipment at school For reasons of safety, all students are discouraged from bringing these items to school. The school takes no responsibility for the loss of these items in school. Within the school grounds, these items are never to be used. All equipment bought to school MUST be handed to the office for safe keeping before school commences and can be collected at the end of the day.
Bicycles/Scooters Students who ride bicycles or scooters to school are required to leave them in one of the bike racks whilst they are at school. It is strongly recommended that they be chained and padlocked for safekeeping. The Education Department does not accept responsibility for theft or damage to any child’s bicycle/scooter brought onto the school property. Parents should make inquiries through their Home Contents insurance policy provider to insure their child’s bicycle/scooter. Bicycles/scooters are not to be ridden in the school grounds. Helmets must be worn when riding a bike/scooter. Students are not to play near the bike racks and must not interfere with other people’s bicycles.
Book Club Book Club is organised by the librarian. Orders can be placed in the green box marked BOOKCLUB in the
front office. As the School does not handle Book Club money, please ensure any Book Club orders have the correct money and are placed in a sealed envelope to be placed in the BOOK CLUB box.
Broad Rimmed Hats Allendale is a Sun Smart school. Our school is committed to wearing the bottle green broad rimmed hats available from the uniform shop, canteen or office for $10.00. Students who do not have this hat are asked to stay in the undercover area for recess and lunch. No caps are allowed.
Bus Students
1. Walk to the bus stop on the footpath. 2. Remain 1 metre from the curb at all times. 3. Shoes are to be on the bus at all times. 4. Follow the Bus Code of Conduct developed in partnership with Allendale Primary School and
Geraldton Bus Services. 5. Remain at the bus stop until your bus arrives.
Car Park Please do not park in the staff car park. This is reserved for staff only. Parents can park in the School Hall car park on Wittenoom Street which is reverse parking. Parking is also available on Marsden Street and Wittenoom Street. Please exercise extreme caution when setting down and picking up children.
Change of address and enrolment details
Parents are required to keep the school informed of any changes to address or caregiver’s phone numbers. This is essential to allow quick contact with parents in emergency situations.
Communication with classroom teachers Parents are encouraged to make direct contact with classroom teachers to deal with matters of concern. For quick matters, immediately before or after school are ideal times. For more involved matters, an interview time will need to be made with the teacher. Any parent wishing to discuss concerns with the School Executive regarding their child’s teacher will need to have addressed the concerns with the teacher first. Please keep the teacher informed of anything that may impact on the child’s emotional wellbeing at school. This allows the teacher to be proactive and support your child through difficult situations.
Complaints and Concerns From time to time parents may encounter difficulties or concerns. When this occurs, parents are encouraged to endeavour to resolve the issue informally. It often helps to seek information or an explanation about your concern, or to speak directly to the person involved. Please contact the Principal or a Deputy Principal if you require assistance in clarifying an issue or if you wish to lodge a formal complaint.
Contributions and Charges
The State Government and the Education Department permit the school to seek payment of Contributions for each student enrolled at the school. While the Contribution is only a small amount, it does provide the school with funds to purchase equipment which is valuable in the education of students enrolled at the school.
Prompt payment of the Contribution will be greatly appreciated. Payment envelopes will be distributed in Term 1 - February, 2017. Contributions can also be paid at the school office by cash or EFTPOS. You can also pay online. Our bank details are BSB-306-012 Acc no. 4407112. Please enter your child’s surname and the reason for the deposit.
School Contributions are $40 per student.
P&C Contribution is $1.00 per family.
Crunch and Sip Allendale is a “Crunch n Sip School”. Students can bring healthy fruit and vegetable snacks and a drink bottle of water into class to crunch and sip throughout the day. Students are encouraged to bring healthy recess and lunch foods – fresh fruit, vegetables and sandwiches. No cool drinks are permitted and processed snacks are discouraged. Custody Orders Parents who have custody orders that affect access to children or their records need to provide the school with a copy of the relevant order so that the school is able to implement it. This also applies to restraining orders. All custody and restraining orders must be CURRENT. Daily pickup arrangements for students School concludes at 3.00pm and students walking home should leave the school grounds promptly. Parents picking up students after school should do so within 5 or 10 minutes of the bell, with all students expected to have left the premises by 3.30pm. Those children who attend sport training at the school in the afternoons are required to go home as soon as training finishes. Brothers and sisters of those training are not to remain at school. School finishes at 3.00pm. Students will not be released to Day Care providers before 3.00pm. Day Care providers should collect students from the front office. Dental Therapy Centre A Dental Therapy Centre is located behind the canteen. Parent permission forms MUST be completed before any treatment can be commenced. Services offered include at least one general examination per 12-18 months, extractions, fillings, X-rays, simple orthodontic work and treatment for emergencies that occur during working hours. Parents are required to attend with their children to appointments. Dental hours are 8am to 4pm. Dental Phone number is 9921 4218.
No Smoking Zone Schools are no smoking zones. Please respect the Department of Education Policy and refrain from smoking. Dogs Dogs are not permitted on school grounds. They present a health and safety risk in the playground. Dogs create fear and tension for some students. Please support these students and help keep the school grounds clean by making Allendale Primary School a DOG FREE ZONE – even out of school hours. Duty Teachers Teachers are rostered on playground supervision before school and at all recess and lunch periods. These teachers are in the playground to watch over the welfare of the students and to take care of any difficulties which may arise. The students are expected to refer to the duty teachers when problems occur. Staff on duty wear bright fluorescence vests and are easily identified by students. Early pick-ups by Day Care are not permitted Parents and after school day care providers should not make arrangements for students to be picked up before the conclusion of school. Kindergarten through to Year 6 all finish at 3.00pm. Teachers are not permitted to release students early unless the parent or carer has obtained a leave pass from the office. Excursions and Incursions Parents are informed in writing of any excursions. Written permission and payment of any costs are required before a student is permitted to attend an excursion. Parents are requested to return permission slips promptly to facilitate the organisation required for excursions. Students must wear school uniforms on excursions. Incursion information is included in the school newsletter. Please look out for these details and return any payments to class teacher in an envelope with the exact money enclosed and the child’s name on the front.
Faction Names
Siblings are placed in the same faction. Green: Crocs Blue: Sharks
Red: Foxes Gold: Hornets
Headlice Head lice have no respect for people. They can be found in all types of families, and usually infest the cleanest hair first. They are not a medical emergency, but are quick to spread from person to person. If not properly treated, head lice can become a serious nuisance in the community as they are passed from one person to another. Any place where people live or play close together is a good place for catching head lice. They like to live on human scalps where they feed, breed and lay their eggs. They feed on human blood and cause the owner to scratch his/her head.
Treatment Effective lotions are available from any pharmacy. It is important that treatment is carried out in accordance with the instructions. All eggs should be removed from the hair to prevent reinfestation. All members of the family should be treated, even if only one member of the family is found to have head lice or nits.
Brushes, combs, hats, clothing, pillow cases and bedding should be washed thoroughly and put out to dry in the sun for several hours.
Oil and Hair conditioner treatment regimes are also effective to remove lice and eggs. The Child Health clinic or School Nurse can assist with detailed information about these methods.
Homework Homework is a valuable means of consolidating and reinforcing what has been taught in the class. In junior years it usually takes the form of daily oral reading or spelling. In middle and senior years children are required to complete more set homework. Parents are asked to assist whenever needed. Homework may not be provided on a regular basis, but may be included by the teacher whenever appropriate. Infectious Diseases The following ailments require a period of exclusion from school unless a doctor is prepared to issue a medical certificate indicating that the child is free from infection and well enough to return to normal school activities.
ILLNESS RE-ADMISSION
Chicken Pox When sufficiently recovered (Usually once all sores have healed and redness fades.)
Conjunctivitis Once effective treatment has been commenced and swelling has subsided.
Diphtheria Medical certificate only.
Viral Hepatitis Medical certificate only.
Impetigo (School Sores) Must be under treatment inc. use of occlusive dressings.
Influenza Return when symptoms have subsided.
Measles Seven days from onset.
Mumps On medical certificate of recovery.
Pediculosis (Nits) Once treated (see following).
Ringworm Once all signs have subsided.
Rubella (German Measles) Medical certificate.
Scabies Once effective treatment has been instituted.
Whooping Cough Medical certificate only.
Instrumental Music Year 6 students have an opportunity to participate in the instrumental music program. Eligible students receive free tuition from an instructor provided by the Department of Education & Training. The students learn a woodwind or brass instrument which is available for hire. Students are identified for the program using an aptitude test.
Insurance
Accident Insurance needs to be met by parents through their Insurance Broker. No insurance is held for student accidents at school or on excursions. In Term Swimming Lessons All students from Year 1 to Year 6 participate in swimming lessons in Term 1 over a ten day period. Cost is approximately $40.00 including pool entry and bus fee. Students will require bathers, towel, goggles and a plastic bag for the lessons. All items should be clearly labelled with the child’s name. Pre Primary students will attend in Term 4. Internet and Email Policy Students are required to sign an Internet Agreement form stating they will abide by the school rules on Internet usage. Students are not permitted to use the internet or email for bullying or harassment purposes. Use of inappropriate language will not be tolerated in any electronic communication. Students are not permitted to use email to contact people outside the school during school time without explicit permission of the teacher. Students are not to look for information that is inappropriate. Students who do not comply with these requirements may be banned from using the school computers. Library All classes are allocated Library time each week. As well as learning how to use library facilities the children are given the opportunity to borrow from our collection, provided they have a bag to protect the book. The Library is fully automated and also has Internet facilities. Years K-6 children must sign an Internet Users Agreement. Care of books is an essential part of student responsibilities training. Every effort is made by teachers to encourage children to provide library bags and to care for both their reading and library books. Lost library books may incur a fee.
Lost Property Please put your child’s name on ALL items of clothing. You can look for lost property in the container on the verandah outside the office. Found items are displayed at least once per term. Unclaimed items will be given to charity at the end of each term.
Lunch Orders Students must order their lunch before school or at recess time at the latest. The canteen is a small business run by the P&C. They are unable to extend any credit facilities to any families. You are welcome to pay for lunches in advance, but do not ask for lunches to be provided without payment accompanying the order. Parents and caregivers are required to assist in the canteen. Please see the canteen manager to offer your support.
Mobile Phone Policy Bringing a mobile phone to school is discouraged. If mobile phones are brought to school they are to be handed in at the office from the time of the student’s arrival at school, until their departure from school. The school cannot accept any responsibility for theft or loss of mobile phones brought onto the school grounds. Phones bought to school and not handed in will be confiscated and returned to a parent only. Under no circumstances may a mobile phone be used to harass, abuse or distract another person. Section 85ZE of the Commonwealth Crimes Act, states that a person shall not knowingly or recklessly:
a. Use a telecommunication service supplied by a carrier to menace or harass another person. b. Use a telecommunication service supplied by a carrier in such a way as would be regarded by
reasonable persons as being, in all circumstances, offensive.
Parents are strongly encouraged to check their children’s sent and received text messages regularly.
Newsletters School newsletters are issued 3 – 4 times a term to the youngest child in each family. Please keep an eye out for the newsletter! It contains useful information about the school’s activities.
Parent/Teacher Meetings Parents are encouraged to discuss any concerns about their child’s progress with the class teacher. Parents wishing to meet with teachers are requested to make an appointment by sending a brief note with their child or by telephoning the school office and requesting an appointment. Parents and Citizens Association This is your association and deserves your support! Involvement in the P&C is one of the best ways of being aware of school activities and what is planned to improve the school environment for your child. There are many ways of supporting this organisation, however personal involvement is the one most appreciated. Meetings are held twice a term in week 3 and 7.
From time to time the P&C engages in fund raising and social activities, or arranges busy-bees at which parents can mix with and meet others. To date the association has been an active contributor to the school’s educational program and the development of school facilities. It is hoped that you will help maintain this support.
Parent Helpers The school has been fortunate to have a number of parent helpers who volunteer their services to particular class teachers or to the school generally in a number of subject and clerical areas. Parents with particular skills or who are interested in helping and have time available are asked to contact the Principal or any staff member who will be pleased to discuss this matter with them. Parent helpers are asked to wear an identifying badge whilst on school grounds provided by the class teacher. All visitors are required to sign in at the front office.
PEAC (Primary Extension and Challenge) Academically talented students have an opportunity to participate in the Gateway program in Years 5-6. Eligible students are identified by a test administered in Year 4. Generally speaking, about 4% of the student population qualify for inclusion in the program. The PEAC program is conducted at Beachlands Primary School. Parents are responsible for transporting participating children to and from Beachlands Primary School.
Picking students up during school hours
Students can only leave the school during lesson times for unavoidable appointments. Anyone picking a student up must sign them out at the office first and take an authorisation slip to the teacher. NO students can be released from class without this authorisation slip.
Physical Education Program
Our school is involved in a skills orientated, school wide physical education program. Emphasis is placed on enjoyment, participation and the development of skills and sportsmanship. Full participation is essential as the lessons are an integral part of the scheduled program. Parental support of these lessons is therefore greatly appreciated. Appropriate clothing (sports uniform) is required in order to allow free movement and evaporation of perspiration, with warm clothing able to be pulled on after the exercise.
Reporting to Parents 2017
Term Week Activity
1
Week 2
Parents invited to make contact with class teachers. Teachers introduced at assembly.
2
Week 10
Formal student report sent home to parents.
3
Week 5
Open Day
4
Week 10
Formal student report sent home to parents.
Allendale School Board
The Allendale Primary School Board is made up of parents and staff who meet twice a term to formulate the school’s educational objectives and priorities. The aim is to make it possible for all members of the school community to share in making decisions about the school’s educational environment. In general terms, the Allendale Primary School Board:
- represents the educational needs and aspirations of students, teachers, parents and the community
- determines school priorities - assists in the formation of the School Development Plan - monitors the school’s learning outcomes - reviews the school’s priorities - monitors the allocation of resources (financial and human)
The School Board is essentially a decision making group. The school board effectively represents the wider community and has a leadership role in the accountability processes of the school.
School Dress Code/Uniform Allendale Primary School has a dress code. Acceptance of enrolment at the school is on the understanding that the school’s dress code will be adhered to. Classes on excursion must be in uniform unless the consent of the Principal to vary this has been given.
Footwear: Shoes, joggers or sandals are acceptable. Bare feet, thongs and reef sandals (or similar) are not acceptable. Jewellery: Watch, stud or sleeper earring (in ear), plain ring, single necklace and/or single bangle. acceptable. No other jewellery to be worn. Cosmetics: Other than for medical reasons (i.e. Ruby Birthmark), the wearing of makeup is not acceptable. Excursions: Full school uniform to be worn unless otherwise authorised. Hair: Long hair should be tied back. Broad Rimmed Hats: Must be worn for all outdoor activities.
The School’s P&C Association operates a uniform shop through the P&C and information about ordering school uniforms is circulated periodically. Good quality garments at reasonable prices can be ordered at any time. Please contact the school reception for details. It is highly recommended that name tags be sewn or marked onto all school clothing to reduce the number of unclaimed articles. The school has a NO DENIM policy as required by the Department of Education. The following types of clothing are inappropriate for school dress: board shorts and bathers, hoodies, surf windcheaters, checked over shirts, multi coloured tops, thongs & beanies. All items of clothing should be clearly labelled with your child’s name.
BOYS BOYS/GIRLS GIRLS
(SUMMER) ALTERNATIVE (SUMMER)
Green polo with school crest.
Bottle green shorts. No black shorts.
School hat (broad rimmed, green).
Green polo or T shirt.
Grey shorts (rugger length preferred).
School hat (broad rimmed, green).
Green polo.
Bottle green shorts or skorts. No black shorts.
School hat (broad rimmed, green).
(WINTER) ALTERNATIVE (WINTER)
Green polo with school crest. Bottle green track pants.
Bottle green windcheater with school crest.
School hat (broad rimmed, green).
Green polo shirt or T Shirt. Green windcheater without crest. Green zip up/button up windcheater. School hat (broad rimmed, green)
Green polo with school crest.
Bottle green track pants. Green leggings/green tights.
Bottle green windcheater with school crest.
School hat (broad rimmed, green).
(SPORTS) ALTERNATIVE (SPORTS)
New 2016 Allendale Faction Shirts. Bottle green shorts (rugger length preferred). School hat (broad rimmed - green). Joggers.
Green polo shirt or T Shirt School hat (broad rimmed, green)
New 2016 Allendale Faction Shirts Bottle green shorts (rugger length preferred) or skirts. No black shorts School hat (broad rimmed, green). Joggers
School Psychologist This school has access to a School Psychologist through the Student Services team at the Midwest Education Office, whose duties include assisting teachers or parents to gain detailed analysis of a student’s ability or areas of weakness, as well as delving into social, emotional or other behavioural areas. A student’s teacher in consultation with the parents will recommend a referral to gain a clearer understanding of a student’s educational abilities where this is considered of considerable importance. Parent permission must be approved before a School Psychology Service Referral is requested. The school has access to a Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist. Referrals for speech therapy, occupational therapy and physiotherapy are made at the request of teachers with parent permission via the Learning Support (LSC) Co-ordinator to Midwest Allied Health Services.
Youth Care Allendale Primary School is fortunate to be funded under the National School Chaplaincy Program. The school has received funding for 2017 for a Youth Care Worker based at the school for 2 days per week.
Smoking Smoking is prohibited on Education Department property. Parents and visitors to the school are asked to abide by this regulation. Teachers and other employees of the school are also prohibited from smoking on school premises. Students found smoking on the school site risk immediate suspension from school. Stationery Requirement List The stationery requirement lists are in place at the end of the school year for the following year. Ziggies are our preferred supplier of the Stationery Requirement List at Allendale Primary School however parents can purchase from other suppliers. Most of the items on the list are required by students each day and need to be replenished every term. Please keep your child supplied with their essential equipment so they can quickly set about their work.
Transferring to other schools Please inform the office staff as soon as you know your child will be moving to another school. This allows all the necessary arrangements to be made for your child’s school materials to be sent to the new school.
Valuables at school Students are encouraged NOT to bring toys or valuable items to school. They must take full responsibility for valuable items they bring to school. Radios, mobile phones, cassette players, IPOD’s, trading cards and electronic games are not to be brought to school.
