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Title: Welcome Headteacher Ms. Joanne Garlick M.Ed. B.Ed Hons Chair of Governors Mrs Susan Anderson-Lewis


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Welcome
Headteacher Ms. Joanne Garlick M.Ed. B.Ed
Hons Chair of Governors Mrs
Susan Anderson-Lewis
Dear Parents, / Carers, Our school has a history
as long as that of state education, serving the
parishes of Oakley and Boarstall. Indeed there is
evidence to suggest there was a school for
lacemakers in Oakley in the early 19th century
and probably before. The original school in
School Lane was demolished in the late 1950s and
the present building was erected on what was a
water meadow in Worminghall Road. The present
school was completed in two stages with two
classrooms, a kitchen and hall (now staff room
and library) by 1959, and the main school as it
is now by 1969. The head teacher's office was
added in 2000 and the conservatory in 2001. We
feel that our school is special and hope that our
prospectus will give you some indications of what
we have to offer you and your child. We invite
you to visit our school so that you can
experience the warm, friendly atmosphere and
observe children enjoying the challenges of a
stimulating environment. We would be grateful if
you would phone the secretary to make a
convenient appointment to meet the Headteacher,
tour the school and ask any questions you may
have.
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General Information
OAKLEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND COMBINED
SCHOOL Worminghall Road Oakley Aylesbury Bucks
HP18 9QY Telephone/Fax 01844 238364 Email
office _at_ oakley.bucks.sch.uk Administrative
Secretary Ms Iola Seaton-Reid School Bursar
Mrs Jennie Peckett Oakley Church of England
Combined School is a primary day school for boys
and girls from 4 to 11 years old. Children can
take 11 for entry to Grammar School in Aylesbury
Vale or choose Wheatley Park in Oxfordshire as
their upper school. Starting School Providing
parents feel that their child is ready, and after
negotiation with the headteacher, pupils are
currently invited to start school in the term
before their 5th birthday. This decision may
change for the academic year 2008 2009. Pupils
are admitted according to the following
priorities a) Those living within the
catchment area. b) Children with siblings
already within the school. c) Children whose
families actively support the Church of
England. d) Children with any other strong
educational, medical or social reasons for
admission. The standard admission number is 21.

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School Uniform
Our school is pleased to present itself smartly.
The children wear royal blue sweatshirts bearing
the the school emblem, together with white
shirts, a blue/gold tie and grey trousers or
shorts for boys, and grey skirts or pinafore
dresses for girls. In Class 4 girls can choose
to wear trousers. In summer the girls wear blue
and white dresses and all pupils can can opt to
wear white polo shirts with the school logo in
the summer term. For PE all children wear white
plain t-shirts and blue shorts. For outdoor
games trainers are needed and a navy blue jogging
suit. These can be kept at the school, in a
named bag, on the childs peg. In the summer the
children swim in our outdoor pool at least twice
a week. A one-piece bathing costume and a
swimming cap will need to be provided. The boys
will need trunks not shorts. We ask parents to
ensure that children are provided with a clearly
named school uniform. Sweatshirts and ties can be
ordered through the Parents Association. Details
are at school. With the exception of a wrist
watch and stud earrings, jewellery should not
be worn at school. Governors cannot accept
liability for loss, or accidents, caused by
jewellery.
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Ethos and Aims
  • Ethos
  • Oakley School acknowledges the Christian Ethic at
    the root of our society. Each individual in the
    school community has a sense of being valued and
    of seeking standards of excellence in whatever
    they do.
  • This underlies the following principles
  • The fostering of spiritual and moral awareness
    and a growing understanding of other
    religions and cultural groups within our
    multicultural society.
  • The provision of a lively, structured and caring
    atmosphere.
  • The building of strong links among staff,
    parents, governors, church and wider village
    communities.
  • Aims
  • To help the children develop inquiring minds,
    the ability to question and argue rationally and
    to apply themselves to those tasks in the spirit
    of self reliance and self discipline.
  • To develop self confidence so that all children
    may achieve personal fulfilment and reach their
    potential.
  • To promote equal opportunities for all children.
  • To help the children acquire the knowledge,
    skills and attitudes relevant to life in a
    fast-changing technological world.
  • To provide a broad range of experiences in the
    arts, sciences and physical activities, being
    conscious of the need in society for balanced
    individuals with many interests.

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School Organisation
The school day starts at 8.50 am and ends at 3.20
pm. Children may arrive in the playground at 8.40
am, where a member of staff will supervise them.
There is a mid-morning break at 10.30am and
children may bring a healthy snack such as a
piece of fruit to eat at this time. The morning
session ends at 12.00 pm. Children bring a
packed lunch which they eat in the hall seated in
mixed age groups with midday supervisors. The
afternoon session commences at 1.00 pm. Children
in KS1 have a mid-afternoon break. Mornings only
children may stay for lunchtime and be collected
form the main entrance at 1.00pm. In Key Stage 1
we currently have 2 classes Class 1 for Year R
and Year 1, and Class 2 for Year 2. At Key Stage
2 we also have 2 classes Class 3 for Years 3 and
4, and Class 4 for Years 5 and 6. Although our
classes are vertically grouped, our excellent
staff/pupil ratio, (4 f/t and 2 p/t teaching
staff plus 5 teaching assistants) enables us to
ensure that the individual needs of our children
can be recognised quickly and responded to
sensitively. Children usually work in small
groups according to their ability and interest
levels. Careful records are kept of each child's
progress, both in their learning and in their
personal development. Each member of staff
teaches every subject in the curriculum, and is
able to teach all age ranges. Individual teachers
are responsible for the development of chosen
areas of the curriculum, and share expertise
acquired through Inservice training with
colleagues. Our non-teaching staff the
Administrative Secretary, Financial
Administrator, Learning Support Assistants and
Midday Supervisors are very important in
contributing to the family atmosphere of the
school.
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The Curriculum
At Oakley School we are concerned with standards
and developing the abilities, confidence and self
esteem of all our pupils (including those with
special needs and the highly gifted) by providing
a broad, balanced curriculum to stimulate and
challenge the needs of primary school
children. English We believe that the
development of language through speaking,
listening, reading and writing (including
spelling and handwriting) lies at the heart of
the whole curriculum. Considerable time is spent
developing these skills and parents can help
tremendously by using stimulating and challenging
language at home. Reading development is
essential and the school uses a variety of
methods depending on each child's needs. There is
an extensive range of reading and library books
in the school. The Oxford Reading Tree reading
scheme is used alongside other books which can be
read together with adults. Parents are actively
encouraged to participate in their child's
learning and guidelines are available at the
school. Termly curriculum targets are sent home
by the classteacher. Mathematics The teaching of
mental strategies is important, along with number
bonds and tables. All are emphasised at the
appropriate stages and we welcome parental
support in this area. Practical activities play
a large part in our teaching as we believe that
practical experiences are important throughout
the whole primary age range. All children use an
ICT programme called RM Maths to develop their
individual mathematical skills. Termly curriculum
targets are sent home by the classteacher. Science
Our emphasis is on activities which require the
children to observe, sort, identify and evaluate
patterns and to communicate their findings. We
have an excellent range of materials and
equipment as we believe by experiment and
investigation our children are encouraged to be
aware of, and take interest in, the scientific
world. Design and Technology Children learn to
identify needs and solve problems through
planning and making models and structures with a
variety of materials. They are encouraged to
evaluate their effectiveness. Children have the
opportunity to cook and explore food technology
in our new food technology classroom. Information
Communication Technology The school has 24
on-line computers, 16 of which are in a networked
suite with interactive whiteboard. Interactive
whiteboards are also used in all the classrooms.
Children in KS2 have their own e-mail addresses
to communicate with other schools both at home
and abroad. Additional computers are available
for individual work and children are taught
keyboard skills from an early age through access
to individual Alpha Smart 2000 portable
keyboards.
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Humanities Full use is made of the natural
environment in and around the school grounds for
geographical studies. Our children are taught
about the country in which they live as well
other parts of the world. Children learn to
develop an awareness of the past by having the
opportunity to listen to stories from different
periods and cultures. Where possible they are
introduced to appropriate artefacts, buildings
and pictures. Also visits are organised to
museums and heritage sites to further stimulate
curiosity and learning. Art Our children have
access to wide and varied media. They are
encouraged to explore different techniques to
help them understand basic ideas and use visual
symbols to convey ideas and feelings. The
children are encouraged to look at and talk about
examples of work of artists, craft workers and
designers from a variety of periods and cultures.
This subject has close links with the design and
technology curriculum. Music Children are
encouraged to explore pattern and rhythm. They
use a variety of instruments to explore sound,
aspects of performing, composing, listening and
appraising. In KS2 the children have the
opportunity to learn to play the recorder and
they are encouraged to play in assemblies.
Children have the opportunity to learn to play
piano, guitar, woodwind, brass or string
instruments by prior arrangement with the
school. Physical Education Oakley school has
excellent facilities a playground court for
netball and basketball and an extensive playing
field for a variety of sport including rounders,
athletics, football and tag rugby. Sport taster
days are organised within the partnership
schools to increase accessibility to a variety of
sporting experiences. Outside facilitators
occasionally run activities after school. The
school hall is well equipped with a climbing
frame and a good variety of apparatus suitable
for all age ranges. Throughout the summer
children have use of our outdoor heated swimming
pool. Class 4 attend weekly swimming lessons at
the Thame Leisure Centre in winter, where they
benefit from use of a larger pool and expert
tuition. The children are able to take the
personal survival and distance awards. All our
children are encouraged to participate in
activities relative to their age and ability.
This enables our children to become healthier and
more aware of the power and flexibility of their
bodies. These activities improve co-ordination
and dexterity. In October 2006 the School was
once again awarded the prestigious Sport England
ACTIVEMARK GOLD award in recognition of our
commitment to promoting the benefits of physical
activity and school sport. Religious Education
Our school day includes an act of collective
worship. Prayers are said at lunchtime. Religious
festivals are celebrated with the local community
who are invited to attend in the school or
church. Religious education is taught in line
with the county agreed syllabus. Parents can
exercise their rights under Section 25 of the
1944 Education Act, to withdraw their child from
assembly or RE. Any parent wishing to do so
should contact the Headteacher so that
alternative arrangements can be made. Foreign
Language French and Spanish are taught to all
children in KS2 in alternate years. The children
enjoy conversation, games and songs to enhance
their learning. PSHE and Citizenship Our School
has been awarded Validation in categories 1 8
of the Buckinghamshire Healthy School
Standard.
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Other Curricular Provision
Multi Cultural Provision This is an important
aspect of the work of the school in addressing
our aim to prepare our pupils for living with and
respecting people from other races, religions and
way of life. It forms part of the caring ethos of
our school and a belief in developing childrens
empathy and understanding. Drama At Oakley
school we encourage our children through drama,
role play, mime and acting to begin to develop
self expression and appreciation of other
subjects. In class assemblies and at Christmas
and Harvest Festivals all our children are
encouraged to participate in a production for
parents and the wider community. The children
are taken to the theatre at Christmas and
experience drama group productions in
school. Special Focus Days and Weeks We
encourage outside specialists to bring their
expertise to enhance our curriculum activities.
Themes have included International Food,
Dinosaurs, India and Music. The children have
experienced a dinosaur on the playground an Owl
Day, Indian Dancers and a Jazz Band in the hall
and they have taken active parts in a musical
drama experience with a group of other schools in
the partnership to mention just a few of the
activities they have enjoyed. Health Education
All children receive lessons which aim to develop
an understanding of attitudes and practices which
are conducive to a healthy life style. Sometimes
these are introduced as distinct topics such as
Food, Teeth, Safety at Home and Dangerous
Substances. The Community Police Officer visits
to talk with the children and to teach Protective
Behaviours. Sex Education As a matter of policy,
the school attempts to deal with childrens
questions about physical differences between
sexes and about human reproduction factually and
honestly, as they arise. Sex Education is taught
as a topic in Class 4. Parents are invited to
see the subject material in the preceding term
and have discussions with the teachers
concerned. Special Needs All possible assistance
is given within the school to meet the special
learning needs of each child. All children are
assessed in the normal way through teacher
assessment and if thought appropriate an
individual education programme is introduced.
Where necessary, support is obtained from the
local authority, either from the Learning Support
Services, or from the Educational Psychologist.
Parents are always consulted and included in
discussions about their childs needs. The school
works closely with parents to support the
child. Pastoral Care and Discipline Our children
are taught and expected to be caring and
respectful of each other and adults. On the rare
occasions when a child is behaving in a difficult
or anti-social manner we invite parents in to
discuss matters with the Classteacher or
Headteacher. In accordance with the 1986
Education Act, corporal punishment is not used at
Oakley School.
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The Home School Partnership
Parent Contact The school keeps in touch with
parents through regular newsletters, termly drop
in sessions and information evenings. Our
children bring home letters in their book-bags
and it is advisable to check these regularly.
Curriculum overviews and targets for literacy and
numeracy are sent home termly to keep parents
informed of what the children are
learning. Appointments At any time you wish to
discuss any aspect of your child's school life
you may make an appointment to see either the
Class Teacher or the Headteacher. Arrangements
can be made to see parents urgently at any time
if the need arises. Generally we ask you to speak
to the Class Teacher after school rather than
before, as teachers are busy setting up their
classrooms for the day. Parents Evenings All
parents will be specifically invited to talk
about their child during the Autumn and Spring
terms. In the Summer term there is an opportunity
for you to meet the classteacher to discuss the
annual report. However, if you have information
for us, or concerns about the school, please do
not wait for the formal parents evening, we would
much rather see you as soon as possible. Reports
All children receive a formal report which is
issued towards the end of the academic year.
Parents are invited to make an appointment to
discuss the report if they wish to do so. Friends
of Oakley School There is a supportive School
Association and all parents are automatically
members. This aims to advance the education of
the pupils by providing facilities for education,
which are not normally provided by the Local
Education Authority. To this end it fosters more
extended relationships between staff, parents and
others associated with the school. FOS holds
various fundraising and social events during the
year. Parental Assistance We welcome parent
helpers to come into our school and assist with
a variety of tasks. Some choose to help in the
class room under teacher supervision with reading
and maths games. Some offer their skills with
cookery, craft or computers others support our
swimming rota. We also welcome parental help not
directly related to the children's education but
to their school. We hold the occasional working
parties where maintenance jobs are completed by
parents.

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Information
Residential Visits In Years 5 and 6, the
children are encouraged to participate in a
residential visit. This may include outdoor
activities such as rock climbing, archery,
orienteering high ropes, zipwire and quad bikes,
and some wider experience in computer technology
than we are able to provide in school. Visits to
Kingswood in the Isle of Wight usually take place
in the spring term on alternate years. Outdoor
Pursuits Opportunities to experience canoeing,
kayaking, dinghy sailing and body boarding for a
day at Bray Lake near Windsor also take place in
Years 5 and 6 and alternate with the residential
visit. Lunchtime Activities Netball, football,
cross country and recorders are available for the
children. A Board Games club is run by Year 6 for
the younger children, where they have the
opportunity to learn a variety of games including
chess. After school clubs include drama and
cookery and excellent facilities offered by the
Out of School Club. Out of School Club The club
is currently open after school on a Monday,
Tuesday and Wednesday and during the holidays.
Numerous activities are on offer ranging from
craft, drama and sport as well as theme weeks.
Although the club is run as a separate venture
details are obtainable at school. School Council
/ Eco Council The children elect their own
representatives to the School Council and
Eco-Council. The Council meets with a member of
Staff on a regular basis to discuss issues that
are important to the children at
school. Charities The children are encouraged to
think of others who may be less fortunate than
themselves. We have invited speakers to visit the
school and talk to the children about their work.
In the last year, the children and their
families along with members of the wider
community, have supported Red Nose Day, Cancer
Research, Childline, Children in Distress and
the Disasters Emergency Committee. Closer to
home, the children deliver parcels of tinned
goods to the elderly in the village at Christmas
and hold a Harvest auction. The Local Community
Members of the community are welcomed into school
and we have our regulars helping with reading,
Poetry Club and running the library as well as
assisting with small maintenance jobs around
school. School Policies School policies are
regularly reviewed and updated. Parents are
encouraged to be aware of them and those that may
of particular interest are kept in a file at the
front door. Please feel able to browse through
the file at any time. The Headteacher will
endeavour to answer any questions you may
have.
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Additional Information
Charging Policy (voluntary charges) From time to
time parents will be invited to make
contributions in support of educational visits
and activities, to aid their child's learning.
We include all children in the class or group
whether or not their parents contribute.
However, because of our size, activities may have
to be cancelled if parents are not able to
support in this way. We do not make a profit
from these activities, the money is used to
subsidise costs that may include those of
accompanying teachers, parents and pupils whose
parents are unable to contribute. A parent who
wishes their child to participate but feels
unable to pay all or part of the cost, should
seek to speak to the Headteacher. We do not wish
to deny any child an opportunity because his or
her parents are unable to meet costs in
full. Concerns or Complaints It is normally
expected that parents who have a concern or cause
to complain will bring the matter to the
attention of their child's teacher in the first
instance. Often a concern can be resolved very
simply by ensuring that there is a clear
understanding between parents and teachers. If
the matter is not resolved to your satisfaction,
it should be brought to the attention of the
Headteacher. If it is still not resolved by this
means you are asked to write to the Chair of
Governors so that the concern can be brought to
the attention of the Governing Body for
resolution. Non Authorised Absences Parents are
asked to note that an explanatory letter or phone
call does not, in itself, authorise a child to be
absent from school. Under the 1993 Education Act
only the school can approve an absence. Further
information can be obtained from the school.
There were 0.86 unauthorised absences during
2004/05. As from September 2004 Oakley School
has taken a 6 term year in line with our Upper
School at Wheatley Park, although this has not
had a significant impact. Please note that the
governing body does not authorise any holiday
leave taken during term time and we strongly
discourage parents from doing so.. Finally
Thank you for reading our prospectus. We hope
that you have found it informative and we look
forward to showing you our school at work. If you
choose Oakley Church of England Combined school
we can promise that we will do our best to work
in partnership with you to ensure that your child
receives an excellent primary education.
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National Healthy School Standard
  • Oakley School achieved validation as a Healthy
    School in 2005 and received re-validation in July
    2007 in recognition of a sustained commitment
    towards this initiative.
  • What is a Healthy School A Healthy School is
    one that is successful in
  • helping pupils to do their best and build on
    their achievements.
  • being committed to ongoing improvement and
    development.
  • promoting physical and emotional health by
    providing accessible and relevant information
    and equipping pupils with the skills and
    attitudes to make informed decisions about their
    health.
  • understanding the importance of investing in
    health to assist the process of raising levels of
    pupil achievement and improving standards.
  • recognising the need to provide a physical and
    social environment that is conducive to learning
  • Evidence of a Healthy School
  • A school can be described as achieving Level 3 of
    healthy school involvement when there is a range
    of impact evidence demonstrating all the
    following criteria
  • Social inclusion and health inequalities inform
    the development and implementation of
    activities.
  • In line with the DfES Continuing Professional
    Development (CPD) Strategy, the impact of CPD on
    the success of healthy school activities is
    regularly being evaluated and informing the
    development of the healthy schools programme.
  • The school is delivering the requirements of
    the national curriculum, particularly in relation
    to sex and relationships education and drug
    education, including alcohol and tobacco, in line
    with statutory requirements, non-statutory
    guidance and the Healthy School Standard
    criteria.
  • Pupils views are reflected in school
    activities, including those with special
    educational needs and specific health conditions
  • The whole community is invited to take part in
    policy development, physical, social and cultural
    activity and support of each others learning.
  • The school provides a culture and environment
    to support the taught PSHE and citizenship
    curriculum.
  • If you are interested in receiving further
    details the Headteacher would be glad to discuss
    them with you.


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Oakley C of E Combined SchoolAccess to school
for disabled pupils
  • Definition of Disability
  • A person has a disability if he or she has a
    physical or mental impairment that has a
    substantial
  • and long term adverse affect on his or her
    ability to carry out normal day to day activities
  • The situation as of Summer 2007
  • The size and layout of areas including all
    academic, sporting, play, classrooms, hall,
    computer
  • suite and library areas allow access for all
    pupils. There is an upstairs food technology area
  • which would prove impossible to access for a
    child in a wheel chair however provision to
  • access the curriculum is referred to later in
    this document. The conservatory is small but
  • accessible by wheelchair. Classrooms have large
    carpeted areas to reduce background noise for
  • pupils with hearing impairment. Our Teaching
    Assistants are encouraged to attend
  • training to support disabled children. The
    Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Education
  • Authorities provide training, support, materials
    and resources as deemed appropriate to support
  • individual children as well as providing funding
    to support need.
  • Access to the physical environment of the school
  • The main access to the building for children is
    via the playground door. This has a slope/ramp
  • for wheelchair users and is edged in white. The
    front door to school via the car park can be
  • opened to a double width for easy access and can
    be negotiated by wheelchair users over an

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