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OUR SCHOOL
Ofsted said:
‘There is a strong sense of teamwork and
pride in what has already been achieved.
The school knows exactly what to do further
on its journey to excellence and so the
capacity to further improve is outstanding.’
October 2008
Brampton is a two form entry community
school for pupils aged from 4+ to 11. Class
sizes are no more than 30 and we try our
best to keep class sizes to this figure. The
school rises up to 420 pupils in the Spring
term.
Brampton Primary School was opened in
1935 serving the Brampton Park Estate of
Private housing, built during the suburban
developments of the 1930’s. Our pupils
mostly live in the locality, although some
come from further afield.
The main building houses classrooms, the
hall and offices. There is a Breakfast and
Afternoon Club room. The school has a
large sports field. There is an environmental
studies area with a pond and a stage in one
of the playgrounds. Our school is very well
resourced with books, equipment and
computers and has a separate ICT suite.
WEBSITE
Our school has a website which is updated
regularly and contains further information
about our school and news and events. The
address is:
www.brampton.bexley.lgfl.net
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THE GOVERNORS
Ofsted said:
‘Governors know the school well and ask
challenging questions about what goes on
because they are keen for all pupils to do as
well as possible.’
(October 2008)
The Governors of Brampton Primary School
are responsible for approving all the policies
and meet regularly with the Head Teacher to
determine the overall strategic direction of
the school and to review its progress.
Governors serve a four year term of office
and may seek to be reappointed. Parents
have the opportunity to stand for election as
parent governors and so become involved in
the strategic direction of the school.
The Governing body comprises four
community governors, three local authority
governors, six parent governors, four staff
governors and one observer.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Ofsted said:
‘Leaders have created a school which is a
harmonious environment, in which pupils of
all races and cultures get on well together.’
October 2008
We believe everyone has the right to be
valued equally whatever their colour, race,
religion, culture, gender, sexuality, class or
disability. All pupils have full access to the
curriculum.
 All clothing must be clearly marked with your
At all times we must show respect for others child’s name (including outdoor coat,
in the way we behave. This includes the wellingtons and plimsolls).
way we look at, listen to, speak to, speak
about, write about and act towards one
another.
(The above includes pupils, parents, staff,
visitors and governors)

The school’s DDA policy (Disability

Discrimination Act), along with the
Accessibility Plan and SEN policy can be
viewed on the school website. Arrangements
for admission are made on an individual
basis depending on need and can be
discussed with the SENCo, Class Teacher
and Head Teacher.

UNIFORM

ORGANISATION

The school comprises three Key Stages.

The Foundation Stage consists of the
Reception classes (4-5 years), Key Stage 1
which consists of Year 1 and 2 (5-7 years).
At Brampton we encourage a smart Key Stage 2 consists of Years 3, 4, 5 and 6
standard of dress as it creates a sense of (7-11 years).
pride of belonging; enhancing self discipline
a positive image and reducing unnecessary The School Day
peer group pressure amongst pupils. Our
uniform colours are ‘Brampton Blue,’ grey Foundation and KS1:
and white. Jewellery is not part of the a.m. session 8.55 – 12.15
uniform. p.m. session 1.30 – 3.15

P.E. and Games There is a 15 minute break during each

Children need a PE kit consisting of a Team
colour T-Shirt, navy shorts, plimsolls for
indoor use and trainers for outdoor use only.
Blue tracksuits can be worn in winter.
morning session and a 10 minute break
during the afternoon.
Key Stage 2.
a.m. 8.55 – 12.25p.m. 1.30 - 3.15

Staff supervise the playgrounds from 8.45

a.m. when pupils should arrive.

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CURRICULUM Key Stage 1 and 2.

Ofsted said: Key Stages 1 and 2 follow the National

‘The carefully planned curriculum contributes
strongly to pupils’ learning.’
October 2008
Pupils at Brampton are encouraged to take
responsibility, grow in independence and
develop a spirit of enquiry. Teachers take
account of the needs of every child and work
is planned to ensure that each child makes
progress.
Curriculum for each subject area and the
National frameworks for English and
Mathematics.
The autumn term in Year 1 is a transition
term when the National Curriculum is taught
through a Foundation Stage approach. We
plan a wide and varied curriculum, which we
try to make as creative as possible with
strong links between subjects. Our
curriculum is enriched through opportunities
for creativity, visitors, outside visits, work
with the community and extra curricular
activities.

Foundation Stage.

The Reception classes follow the

Foundation Stage Curriculum which Pupils experience a range of approaches in
underpins all future learning. It is a highly lessons which suit all learning styles
practical curriculum which is divided into six resulting in sustained challenge and high
areas of learning, and children’s expectations.
understanding is deepened through free and
structured play, talk, observation, planning,
questioning, experimenting, testing,
repeating, reflecting and responding. At the
end of Foundation Stage, pupils are
assessed on the six areas of learning using
the Foundation Stage Profile in line with
guidance from the Government and Bexley
Council.
Our reception staff provide pupils with a
welcoming and calm environment.

Our high quality Teaching Assistants (TAs)

work effectively in class by working in close
partnership with the class teachers,
providing support for groups and individual
pupils.

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SCHOOL PROCEDURES Target Setting

Special Educational Needs Schools are required to set targets for

achievement at KS2 based on pupil’s
Ofsted said: achievement since their KS1 assessments
‘The value placed on each pupil, and the (SATs).
attention paid to meeting everyone’s
individual needs, underpins the school’s Targets are also set for individuals and
success in supporting and developing pupils’ groups of pupils in order that they should
personal and academic achievements.’ reach their full potential. These targets are
October 2008 identified to help the children move forward
in their learning at an appropriate place for
At Brampton School we believe in trying to them.
meet successfully the demands of a range of
abilities from the very able children to those
with learning difficulties or disabilities. It is
our aim to provide a caring and secure
environment which will encourage children
to reach their full potential.

With the assistance of the Borough’s support

services, we try to identify and provide for
the special education needs of pupils as
early as possible and work with our parents
and carers in order to give them the
confidence that their child will receive the
education they need.

We believe that inclusive education is a

human right; it is good education and
provides effective learning opportunities for
all. At Brampton, we recognise and
acknowledge differences while supporting Progress meetings take place each term
individual needs. when children’s achievement is discussed
and tracked, so that appropriate steps can
Child Protection be taken.

Brampton Primary School staff, parents and Reporting Pupil Progress

Governors share a common responsibility to
keep our children safe.
We are committed to safeguarding and
promoting the welfare of children and expect
all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Consequently, all adults
working in school, including volunteers are
required to complete a CRB (Criminal
Records Bureau) Enhanced Police Check.
Each class teacher holds an informal
‘Welcome’ meeting for parents at the
beginning of the autumn term when class
procedures and organisation are discussed.
More formal parent consultation evenings
are held later in the autumn term and during
the spring term. These provide an
opportunity to discuss your child’s progress
and target setting. Reports are given to all
pupils before the end of the summer term,
and parents can make an appointment with
the class teacher to discuss the report
should they want to discuss it further.

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PUPIL BEHAVIOUR – CODE OF
CONDUCT

Ofsted said:
‘Very good relationships and excellent care,
guidance and support result in happy
learners.’
October 2008

The School has devised a Behaviour Policy

with the aim of working in partnership with
parents and carers. The full Policy is
available on the website or to any parent
upon request.

We emphasise positive reinforcement of Children are strongly encouraged to report

behaviour through our ‘code of conduct’
which we share with parents and carers.
Pupils are taught that there are
consequences to the actions they choose
and they are involved in discipline process
through the code. We believe in providing
rewards that give children goals to work
toward, for example certificates, stickers,
house points and the Gold Book.
incidents to teachers or midday supervisors.
There is a strong system in the school for
dealing with bullies and if a situation persists
the Head Teacher will talk with parents and
sanctions will be agreed.
PARENT PARTNERSHIP
Home Learning

Our experience is one where if the parents
and school strive to work together,
behaviour issues are easily managed.
Bullying and Racism
We are committed to providing a caring,
friendly and safe environment for all of our
pupils so they can learn in a relaxed and
secure atmosphere. Bullying or racism of
any kind is unacceptable at our school. If
bullying does occur, all pupils should be able
to raise this and know that incidents will be
dealt with promptly and effectively.
Brampton Primary School values the
contribution you can make to your child’s
learning. By working together we can help
your child to achieve their best. The
homework is graduated as your child gets
older and comprises extension activities and
practice. We ask for your co-operation in
encouraging your child to do home work and
to bring it back to school on time.
We also provide parents with suggestions of
activities which can be done at home to
enrich learning taking place in school.

Bullying is the use of aggression or unkind

behaviour with the intention of hurting
another person on several occasions over a
period of time. Bullying results in pain and
distress to the victim. This and bad
behaviour, bad language including racist
remarks or any other form of discrimination
will not be tolerated.

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FRIENDS OF BRAMPTON PTA (FOB)
There is a thriving ‘Friends’ association of
which all parents are automatically
members. Fund raising, social and other
events are organised. Regular newsletters
are sent out to inform parents about
forthcoming events. The Friends of
Brampton have a website:
www.friendsofbrampton.co.uk
SCHOOL EVENTS
Concerts and dramatic performances take
place at various times during the school
year.
Separate KS1 (Infants) and KS2 (Juniors)
Sports Days are organised in the summer
term, as is a swimming gala for Year 6
Juniors.
Educational Visits are arranged for each
class during the year, linked with class work.
These visits are financed by voluntary
contributions from parents and the school.
Where there are difficulties about making
voluntary contributions, parents are asked to
contact us to see if we can help.
There is a residential school journey once a
year for Year 6 pupils.
A variety of fund raising activities take place
during the year.
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ATTENDANCE
Ofsted said:
‘Pupils come to school ready to learn and
are eager to contribute to lessons. The
attendance rate of over 97% reflects pupils’
great enjoyment of school.’
‘Every Day Counts!’
We believe that it is extremely important that
children attend school regularly in order that
they do not miss out both socially and
academically.
Did you know that children whose
attendance is below 95%, on average are 6
months behind children whose attendance
is more than 95%?
If your child is sick or cannot attend school
for any reason, it is essential to send a note
or telephone. This helps to deter truancy,
which is very rare at our school.
The Governors discourage parents from
withdrawing their children from class during
term time, as this has a detrimental effect on
their education. However, allowances are
made for exceptional circumstances. An
absence request form is available from the
school office and should be given to the
office staff at least two weeks in advance of
the absence dates. Holidays are not
authorised.
Punctuality
Punctuality is good training for life and
lateness is definitely discouraged. It is
important that children arrive well in time for
a calm start to the day.
HEALTH AND SAFETY Milk is available for those who wish to
purchase it. Some pupils may be entitled to
Accident or Illness free milk.

If your child is obviously unwell s/he should

not be sent to school.

It is extremely important that parents give us

up to date contact details so that we can get
in touch if a child becomes unwell or is
involved in an accident.

Cooked Meals

The school trains staff as emergency,
paediatric and fully qualified first aiders. No
ointments or other medicines will be
administered. Asthma inhalers may be used
under adult supervision.
Good quality meals are cooked on the
premises by an enthusiastic and caring team
of cooks who take pride in the food they
serve. We encourage all parents to buy
school dinners as we are a Healthy School.

EATING AT SCHOOL

Brampton Primary School has achieved

Healthy Schools Status and support healthy
eating.

Mid morning snack

We encourage our pupils to eat healthily.
Infants are provided with a piece of fruit or
vegetable daily under a Department of
Health Scheme; Junior children are
encouraged to bring fruit for a mid morning
snack.

The school meals service caters for all

dietary requirements.

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Packed Lunches
Parents may provide their children with a
packed lunch and should follow our healthy
eating policy. We encourage children to
make healthy choices and would ask all
parents to ensure that packed lunches avoid
foods with large amounts of fat, salt and
sugar. Chocolates and fizzy drinks are not
permitted.
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AND
OUT OF SCHOOL CARE
Ofsted said:
‘The very wide range of clubs, visits and
extra activities also contribute to pupils’ very
positive views about learning.’
October 2008
We have popular and oversubscribed
Breakfast and After School Clubs. Breakfast
club starts at 7.45 and ends at 8.45. After
school starts at 3.15pm and ends at 6pm.
A number of activities are voluntarily
organised by teachers during their lunch
break and after school. Although not all of
these activities are offered every year, most
are, and others could be added.
Tuition is sometimes arranged on a musical
instrument such as violin, clarinet, trumpet
etc. Full details will be given when
necessary, but it is important to emphasise
the need for regular practice, purchase of an
instrument after one year, and not giving up
by a child just because they find the going
hard. All worthwhile things have to be
worked for! It is also expected that such
children will join the school orchestra as they
become more proficient.
COMMUNITY LINKS
Pupils are encouraged to develop their role
within the community through links and
partnerships with other local primary and
secondary schools, the community police,
churches, fundraising for charities, and a
variety of visitors linked to the curriculum
topics such as ‘The Life Bus.’
COMPLIMENTS, CONCERNS AND
COMPLAINTS
We hope that you will be happy with the
quality of education offered at Brampton
Primary School. We value our relationship
with parents and welcome comments and
suggestions regarding all aspects of school
life. However, a parent who is unhappy
about something concerning school, should
please come and see us. The best time to
see a class teacher is after a school session.
If dissatisfied, the LA first encourages
parents to discuss the complaint further with
the Head Teacher. In most cases this will
lead to a resolution of the problem.
You may refer the complaint to the
Governing Body Panel. The Clerkship
Practice at Hill View Drive, Welling will give
advice on how to proceed.
There are also further appeal stages to a
Panel of the Local Education authority and
finally to the Secretary of State for
Education.