Page 18 - Whitestone Primary School Prospectus
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 School Council
We value the contribution
that children make to
school life. Our school
council have been involved
in improving our school
grounds and are involved in the
appointment process of teaching
staff when necessary. They meet regularly and their news and views are shared with pupils, staff and governors.
The school works closely with charities that promote active citizenship such as Children in Need and Childline. Pupils and parents are encouraged to become aware of local, national and global issues faced by children.
There is a real sense of community and responsibility at Whitestone Primary School and our children are encouraged to be active and informed citizens, who look to their local community and beyond to develop a positive future for all. Children in our school hold a variety of roles that help them make a valuable contribution to our school and local community.
• Mini-Mentors
• SWOGS
• Super Ambassadors
Equal Opportunities
At Whitestone Primary School we aim to secure, for all children in our school, a broad, balanced, inclusive and progressive education. This is the right of all children, irrespective of social background, culture, ethnicity, gender, ability or disability. Our school is a welcoming school, where all children are encouraged to explore and discover the wonders of learning.
Accessibility
The school has carried out an accessibility audit and is confident about meeting the needs of all pupils here. We provide disabled toilet facilities and a lift to allow access to the first floor in the ISTF building. Signage is clear so that visitors can clearly find their way around the school.
What do you do if you are not satisfied with your child's education or you have a complaint?
• We expect all pupils, staff and parents to listen
• carefully and respectfully to each other.
Minor complaints should be dealt with by the Class
teacher. If you are not satisfied, contact the
• Headteacher.
All serious complaints must be explained in writing
to the Headteacher so that an investigation can
• take place.
Parents who are unhappy about something should contact us at once. The Headteacher will always meet concerned parents in order to resolve
• difficulties.
If you feel that your complaint has not been resolved you may wish to contact the Chair of Governors (or another member of the Governing Body). Names and telephone numbers of governors can be obtained from the school office. The school has a complaints policy—a copy of which is
• available upon request.
Details of the Local Authority’s Complaints Procedure are available at any school, Education Department of the Local Education Authority or Public Library.
These include:
• School Councillors
•
• Eco Committee
Bronze Ambassadors
These various activities are valuable in preparing our children to become responsible and committed citizens of the future. It is a responsibility that the children take very seriously and show total commitment for the good of our school. These activities also develop the children’s sense of well-being as they focus on the needs of others around them and their relationships with those around them.
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