Tonagh Primary School
Primary
Information Day
September 2016
Class Teacher and Classroom
Assistant
Mr William Maher
Mr Simon Totten
Miss Nicola Kennedy
Miss Gemma Corbett
Our Vision
Tonagh Primary School . . .
the future begins here
Our Mission Statement
Tonagh Primary School is a special place, full of learning, laughter and friendship, where
children are happy, feel safe and are valued.
In Tonagh Primary School we promote a love of learning inspired by quality teaching and
developing individual strengths and talents.
We are committed to Christian principles and promote a tolerance and respect for other
faiths. Differences are acknowledged and celebrated. Everyone in our school community
deserves to be cared for unconditionally and valued equally and uniquely.
In Tonagh Primary School we believe that learning should be purposeful and challenging.
We aim to equip pupils for lifelong learning. We want our children to have ownership of
their learning and to be proud of their achievements.
We believe that all members of our school community should work together and this will
result in high standards, a respectful environment and successful learning.
In summary, Tonagh Primary School is all about education, enjoyment, exploration and
excellence. It is the place where your child’s future begins.
School Times
School starts at 8:55am
School ends at 3:00pm
If there is an early finish you will receive a news
letter from school.
Links With Home
Parent Interviews – October and March
Annual Reports – June
If you need to speak to a teacher, please phone to make an
appointment.
Regular news letters sent home
Text service
Contacting School
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School Phone 02892664491
Website – holidays etc.
Email – [email protected]
Absence Notes
Curricular Areas
Literacy
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Phonics
Spelling – home revision
Easy Reads
Reading
Writing
Handwriting
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Handwriting style
Joined writing
Pencil grip
Nelson Handwriting Scheme
Library Books
 Class Library
 School Library
 Please take good care – possible cost
incurred
Numeracy
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Daily Sessions comprise of:
Mental Maths
Practical Maths, Games, Trails etc.
Use of ICT
Area of Maths – Number
Measure
Shape and Space
Handling Data
World Around Us Topics
Through Science, Geography, History
 Mighty Me
 World in Motion
 Life in the Recent Past
 Once Upon a Time
 Blue Planet
 Farming
Activity Based Learning
 Practical and interactive approach to
learning
 Can occur in all areas of the curriculum
 Helps to develop Thinking Skills and
Personal Capabilities
Physical Education
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Appropriate P.E. Kit
Statutory Curricular Area
Jewellery, long hair
Swimming
P.E. Day – P5 WM Thursday
P5 ST Friday
Opportunities
Educational Visits
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Importance of Permission Notes
Conduct
Examples –
Tesco
Balmoral Show,
Lisburn Linen Museum
Homework
 Easy Read – children pick the book – write a comment
and parent to sign book
 Spellings – phonics – checked daily and tested weekly
 Tables – learning is as important as written homework
 2 Literacy written home works each week – based on
class work
 2 Numeracy written home works each week
 Please sign all home works
Items Required
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Coats
Schoolbag
P.E. Kit
Pencil Case
Glue etc.
Dictionary
Uniform
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The school uniform is attractive and contributes to a feeling of belonging to the school. It is also practical and saves other
clothes for out of school use. We seek the support of parents in encouraging children to wear uniform.
GIRLS
Grey pinafore or grey skirt
Grey or white shirt/blouse or polo shirt
White or grey knee socks/grey tights
Grey V-neck pullover or cardigan
Sweatshirt
School tie
School Waterproof Coat
BOYS
Grey or white shirt or white polo shirt
Grey trousers
Grey socks
Grey V-neck pullover
Sweatshirt
School tie
School Waterproof Coat
SUMMER UNIFORM:GIRLS
Blue gingham check summer dress or white polo shirt.
BOYS
White polo shirt may replace collar and tie.
Sweatshirts, pullovers, cardigans, pinafores, skirts, blouses, shirts and ties are available at McCalls of Market Street or from
our online uniform shop – www.tonaghps – uniformshop.co.uk.
Class Routines
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Healthy Break Promoted
Fruit Shop
Paid weekly
Water
Children encouraged to become more independent
Punctuality, Absences, Dinner
Money etc.
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Importance of being on time
Importance of full school day
Notes re absences
Holidays
Dinner Money - £2.50 – can be paid on Mondays
Child Protection
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Designated Teacher – Mrs Curran
Deputy Designated Teacher – Miss Mackin
Governor – Dr. Fisher
Procedures
Changes in family circumstances
School Rules & Behaviour
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Class Management Plan
School Rules
Our Expectations
Rewards and Consequences
Playground Behaviour
Buddy System
Reward Systems
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Class Rewards
Traffic Lights
Merit Stickers
Principal’s Awards
Table points
After School Clubs
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Term 1 + 2
Tuesday – Good News Club
Hockey
Wednesday – Football
Netball
Term 3
Cricket – Tag Rugby – Gardening - Dance
Any Questions?