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WELCOMETO Dear Parent,

Message from the Headteacher

YSGOL PUM HEOL

HeadteacherMrs Eira Rumble

Chair Of GovernorsCouncillor Jim Jones

Thank you for taking the time to find out more about our school. It gives me great pleasure to present to you, via this prospectus, some information about the school. The school offers a wide range of opportunities for its pupils, both as part of the curriculum and as extra curricular activities. We aim to provide children with the necessary skills , attitudes and knowledge to equip them as learners for life. We have created a place where all pupils feel safe , happy and are eager to learn.We have a great team of teachers and support staff who guide the children to make the most of their learning. We see education as a partnership between home and school and recognise that developing effective working relationships with parents and guardians is essential in order to meet the school’s aims.We endeavour to ensure that all pupils have access to a wide and varied range of learning opportunities, in order for them to develop into independent and responsible young people and adults.Ysgol Pum Heol is a happy school, and this stems from the opportunities that areafforded to all. Participation and success in many endeavours enables pupils, staff, parents, governors, the community and the Local Education Authority to be justifiably proud of their association with the school.Should you wish any further information or would like to visit the school to see what learning is taking place, please phone to arrange a visit and we would be happy to show you around the school.Mae pob croeso i chi ymweld a’r ysgol unrhyw bryd. Byddaf yn hapus iawn I

groesawi chi i siarad am waith yr Ysgol. Yours faithfully,

Mrs E Rumble

Governor’s WelcomeMay I on behalf of the governors welcome you to Ysgol Pum Heol. We as governors

aim to ensure that the school provides:

A safe and secure place where children feel they belong, where no-one is afraid to

put forward their point of view and where their views are respected.

A place where everyone cares about others and helps them succeed.

A place where adults care for the children and are aware of their individual needs

both educational and personal.

A place where the curriculum is well planned and stimulating, where teaching and

learning is a shared, hands-on activity where high standards are achieved.

Enthusiastic staff that inspire in the children the will to achieve and encourage them,

by their example, to strive to master that which is sometimes challenging.

A place which is enhanced by everyone’s involvement– parents are always welcome at

the school to share in their child’s achievements be they sporting, creative, academic or

any other.

A place of trust and happiness.

Councillor Jim Jones

Chair of Governors

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Staff DetailsMrs E Rumble – Headteacher, Safeguarding Officer and ALENCO

Teaching StaffMrs R Francis Assistant Head Teacher/ Deputy Safeguarding Officer and Yr6 Class TeacherMr D Owen Year 4 and 5 Class TeacherMrs L Barnett Year 2 and Year 3 Class TeacherMrs M Gimblett Nursery, Reception and Year 1 Class Teacher

Ysgol Pum Heol Heol Hen

Pum Heol Llanelli Carmarthenshire

Phone /Fax: 01269860498

E-mail :admin@pumpheol@ysgolccc.org.uk

Support StaffTATATATAAdmin 1 day/wk inc Clerk toGBAdmin 0.5day/wk inc PLASC H&S /TA Cover 1hr/weekCaretaker 7.5hrs/wkCookLunchtimeSupervision

Mrs L Bird Miss A Evans Mrs P Davies Miss D Rodrick Mrs I Davies Mrs Williams Mr RumbleMrs D ReillyMrs S Sheppard Mrs D Jones

Governing Body

Councillor J Jones ChairMr R Thomas Vice Chair

Mrs E Barnes Watson Mrs E ZychMrs E FowlerDr O WilliamsMr M EvansMrs E RumbleMrs R Francis

LA Representative Community Representative Parent Representative ParentRepresentative Parent Representative ParentRepresentative CommunityRepresentative HeadteacherTeacher Representative

School Aims, Ethos and Values

•To help the pupils develop lively, enquiring minds.•To foster the ability to think logically and to respect their fellow-men, their own possessions and those of others and to appreciate religious and moral issues.•To understand how to use language and number effectively.•To explore their environment and to have a better understanding of their surroundings.•To master skills that are essential and to develop well-balanced personalities thathave a clear vision of the world in which they live.

School Details

School Values

School Objectives

1.The awareness of the need for personal hygiene, good manners and courtesy. 2.The encouragement of safe practices in the school, home and community.3.The development of basic skills in all subjects at the school with due consideration to the age, aptitude and ability of each child.4.The development of numerical skills and mathematical knowledge and understanding.5.An introduction to the world of science and information technology.6.The development of language in all its various forms so that it becomes a purposeful and meaningful means of communication. This will include listening, speaking, reading, writing and literature appreciation.7.An awareness and appreciation of the child’s locality, language, culture, traditions and physical environment.8.The encouragement of self-expression through music, mime, drama, art,technology and physical education.

TYPE OF SCHOOLYsgol Pum Heolprovides main-streameducation for pupils aged between 4—11years.The school is a County Primary school which adopts the L.E.A.’s Welsh Language Policyfor Primary schools.With education beingthrough the medium of Welsh, and English being taught as a second language. Thepredominant languagespoken in the school is Welsh.

This school is committed tosafeguarding andpromoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers toshare this commitment.

As a school we have aims which we encourage all pupils to adopt. They are:

Respect – For people and possessions leading to self-respectPunctuality – At lessons and activities.Responsibilities – Recognised and accepted in a positiveway.Effort – Striving as individuals and in co-operation withothers for our mutual benefit.Atmosphere – Cultivation of a happy atmosphere,avoiding confrontational situations such as bullying. Health – Care for our health and well-being, by behavingsensibly in all situations.

Appearance – Pride in appearing neat and tidy.Language – To have an awareness of the importance of our native language in every aspect of communication.Standards – A recognition that we have personal responsibility for our actions and for maintainingstandards.Culture - To demonstrate that our country’s language andculture are important at all times.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

As a school we are committed to ensuring the health and safety of all pupils and staff. Entrances are locked and any visitor that requires access to the building is met by a key member of staff and is escorted to the appropriate place. The school holds a visitors log to keep a record of all visits to the school. The school has first aid trained staff and an accident and incident log is maintained. The school complies with all LEA procedures regarding reporting incidents on the school premises.

Curricular AimsIt is our aim to provide the pupils with the National Curriculum by teaching through a ‘cross curricular approach’. The teaching will be:

BROAD – by introducing the children to a wide range of knowledge, concepts, attitudes and skills.BALANCED – each aspect will be given sufficient time.RELEVANT – the subjects will be taught so as to bring out their application to the pupils’ experiences.DIFFERENTIATED – the pupil’s abilities and aptitudes will be matched to what is taught.PROGRESSIVE – the National Curriculum will provide this continuity.

To enable each child to read fluently and coherently. To encourage various audio and visual skills.To master communicational skills both aurally and written given various stimuli.To provide legible handwriting and a high standard of spelling, punctuation andsentence construction.To use and apply mathematical concepts in a home and school environment.To enable the child to use estimation and the calculator in an acceptable manner. Toprovide a variety of situations in which the child must use problem solving skills.To enhance the concept of collecting information and thus being able to recordfindings effectively.We strive to encourage questioning minds and the ability to reason with their peers. Encouragement is also given to the development of physical activities.We expect the child to have a basic understanding of various religious and moralissues and have empathy towards various religions and races around the world.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIESThe school has a clear equal opportunities policy to avoid any form of discrimination. The school values the contribution of all citizens irrespective of disability, gender,race, ethnic origin, language or religion. All children have access to a broad and balanced curriculum. Children with special educational needs are fully integrated into all activities. Some children because of a disability may need extra support to accessthe whole curriculum.The school takes every opportunity to teach the issues of equality and diversity relating to disability, gender and race trough the PSE curriculum. The staff and governors of the school seek to develop each child as an individual, regardless of theirage, gender, race, religion or disability.The school adopts a ‘zero tolerance’ approach to any form of discrimination.

School Rules

School rules are few innumber and simple tofollow.

They have been drawn up to protect the children and to ensure their safety. Accidents and incidents can be avoided if these rules are carried out.

Children are encouraged to appreciate the need for rules and regulations, so that eventually a sense of self-discipline will be developed.

If a child is punished, it is usually through loss of privileges and can vary according to the child’s interests.

In a case of serious indiscipline, co-operation between home and school will be necessary in dealing with the problem.

Examples of School Rules

•When the weather is fair all the children play on theyard during break times unless they have beeninstructed otherwise.•While on the yard the children are not to climb walls orbarriers.•During inclement weather the children are to remain inclass. Unruly behaviour will not be tolerated.•There is to be no playing in the toilets.

•It is the duty of every child to inform the teacher onduty if any problems arise during break.•Likewise the mid-day supervisor is to be told of anyproblems during the dinner break.•Children’s behaviour towards the mid-day supervisor isto be the same as to the teachers.

•No sweets or chewing gum are to be eaten duringlessons.•Children are to walk quietly through the school.•If a member of staff has to leave the classroom the

children should remain quiet and continue with theirwork.•It is the duty of every child to keep the school clean.•A high standard of behaviour is expected from everychild.

DISCIPLINEOverall responsibility for school discipline rests with the headteacher, but is a matter for all staff and parents. For the school to provide a worthwhile education, the environmentwhich prevails must be a positive, friendly and well-disciplined one. Our ethos is based on mutual respect between staff and pupils and staff and parents.A system of positive discipline is encouraged in the school. The school’s Dojo systemactively rewards positive action be it in terms of school work, behaviour or general participation in school life.

ADMISSIONARRANGEMENTSChildren are eligible to begin school at Ysgol Pum Heol the term before their forth birthday. This is in keeping with the Admission Policy outlined by the L.E.A.Applications for a school place are made online via the Carmarthenshire County Council website. Children may attend school for a preliminary visit. This enables them to become familiar with theschool and its routines and also with their peers. Children moving into the area are equallywelcome to visit the school with their parents and to meet their class teacher. Again, a mutuallyconvenient time may be arranged after consultation.

CLASSORGANISATIONChildren are arranged in mixed ability, mixed age classes. The arrangements vary from year to year,depending on the number of children in each year group. The criteria used to select groupings is ability in the basic skills.

HOMEWORKThe education of each child will be enhanced if home and school work together in partnership. AtYsgol Pum Heol, we hope to engender in all our children, a love of learning and we strive to encourage them to develop the desire to seek out the information they will need, using appropriateresources. Homework helps both children and parents to enjoy shared time and to appreciate each other‘s needs. We feel that properly designed homework can play a valuable part in a child‘s education by:•Encouraging pupils to develop the practice of independent study.•Developing perseverance and self-discipline.•Allowing practice, where needed, of skills learned in the class-room.•Permitting more ground to be covered and more rapid progress to be made.•Involving parents, and other adults in pupils‘ work.•Preparing older children for Secondary education.

The school strongly encourages all children to do their homework, however it is a voluntaryundertaking. Should a parent not wish their child to undertake homework they are requested to kindly inform the headteacher in writing.

TERM DATESTerm dates are prescribed annually this information is available on Carmarthenshire County Council’s website., and be accessed through a link on the schools’ website

SESSION TIMESPlease help your child to establish good habits of punctuality.

Nursery, Reception and Year1 - 8.55am —12 noon and 1pm to 3.05pm Years 2 and 3 – 8.55am —12 noon and 1pm to 3.10pmYears 4 and 5 - 8.55am —12.15pm and 1pm to 3.15pmYear 6 – 8.55am to 12.15pm and 1pm to 3.20pm

At the end of the school day, pupils will not be allowed out of school at the end of the day unless collected by a named, responsible adult. Should a child be collected by someone unfamiliar to the school, parents are asked to forewarn the class teacher of the arrangement.

The National Curriculum

CurriculumOrganisationPriority is given to the ‘core’ subjects within the National Curriculum – Welsh, English, Mathematics, Science and Digital Competence. ICT is integrated and used appropriately.

Appropriate elements of the remaining ‘foundation’ subjects –History, Geography, Technology, Music, Art and Physical Education are then fully integrated into our timetable and theme.

Key skills of Literacy, Numeracy, ICT and Thinking are incorporated into lessons.

This was introduced as a result of the 1988 Education Act. Simply it consists of:

•Core Subjects: English, Welsh, Mathematics, Science, ICT, andDigital Competence.•Foundation Subjects: Geography, History, PE, Design andTechnology, RE, Art and Craft.•Skills and Range•Programmes of Study•Assessment•All pupils are teacher assessed at least annually.

The National Curriculum

At Foundation Phase (4 – 7 year old)

At this stage the main building blocks of learning experiences are laid. The emphasis is on developing essential skills of communication, literacy and numeracy. By providing a broad rich curriculum using an integrated approach, we aim to develop the children’s interest whilst also recognising their level of maturity. These are important years where children learn how to observe, listen, respond and develop not only as individuals but also as caring members of our community.

We follow a broad curriculum which has been developed to meet the needs of young children. The child is introduced to a wide range of knowledge, understanding and skills in the followingareas of learning experience.The areas of learning and experience are:

•Mathematical Development•Creative Development•Physical Development•Knowledge and Understanding of the World•Personal and Social Development•Language, Literacy and Communication.

At Key Stage 2 (7 – 11 year old)

The essential skills of communication, literacy and numeracy will still be the central focus of our curriculum. But, as their understanding of the different disciplines increases, more timewill be given to science and the core subjects (Maths, English and Welsh). The curriculum will still take place within an integrated theme where it is meaningful and relevant.Children will be encouraged to develop self-confidence, independence in learning and higher order skills in a range of situations.

Recording Progress

In order to show the progress made by each pupil at each stage of the National Curriculum, the teachers will maintain a record of the work completed and the levels / outcomes reached.These records will provide essential information for teachers, parents and other schools. National Curriculum assessment will consist of two elements:a) Teachers Assessment;b) External Assessment in the form of National tests and other forms of testing.Key Stages for assessing will be the child’s last term in the Foundation Phase and his/her final term in the Junior Section.To comply with the National Curriculum, the classes will be called Nursery, Reception -with the remaining age groups numbered years 1 – 6.

General Statement on the aims of teaching Language/LiteracySpeaking and listeningEvery child is encouraged through a wide range of situations, audiences and a variety of speaking and listening activities to listen attentively and to respond appropriately.ReadingThe aim is to engender in each pupil a wish to read, be it for pleasure or to gain information. Parents are invited to help foster in their child a positive attitude to reading. WritingEach child will have ample opportunity to write in a variety of contexts and for a variety of purposes and audiences including fellow pupils, teachers and adults.SpellingPupils are encouraged to learn the words which occur most frequently in their writing and to beaware of the conventions of spelling.HandwritingCorrect letter formation is emphasised which will be developedinto a fluent and legible joined- up style of handwriting that ispresented clearly and attractively.

General Statement of Aims andObjectives for the Teaching ofMathematics/Numeracy

Develop children’s ability to use Mathematics effectively as a tool in a wide range of tasks. Develop children’s creativity and ability to think logically, searching for patterns and relationships.Develop children’s ability to analyse and communicate mathematical information and ideas. Cultivate positive personal qualities and attitudes towards Mathematics. Appreciate the linkMathematics has with other curriculum areas and in this way increase the understanding that Mathematics makes an essential contribution to preparation of pupils for adult life.

General Statement on the Aims of the Teaching of ScienceThe aim of teaching science is to build in children their abilities as investigators, i.e. finding out for themselves. By doing this we:1.Develop the child’s knowledge of their environment.2.Provide opportunities for children to work in a scientific way so that they are able to build on, refine and extend their scientific knowledge.3.Create the enjoyment of Science through practical activities.While working in this way the teaching/learning of Science will support teaching/learning in several other areas of the curriculum especially closely linked with language and mathematical skills.When planning the Science Curriculum various themes have been planned on a two year cycle. During this two year cycle the relevant programme of study for each Attainment Targetwill have been experienced at least once by every child.

Attendance target for 2018/19 is 95%.

Pupil Progress and Reporting to Parents

The school adopts a continual assessment policy together with formal assessment at Foundation Phase (seven years) and Key Stage 2 (eleven years old). Evenings areset aside for parents to meet class teachers to discuss their child’sprogress. Parents are informed by letter of the dates and times of meetings.

School Meals

Mid-day meals are prepared, cooked and served on the premises daily. Dinnermoney to be put in an envelope and given to the class teacher. Application formsfor free school meals are available.Children eat their packed lunches in the canteen. Please do not give your child anydrinks in glass containers, fizzy or sugary drinks. Packed lunches should be healthy.

AbsencesParents must send an explanatory note or telephone the school when a child is absent or wishes to leave early.The time and arrangements for collecting the child should be clearly stated.It is also essential that the school knows if someone other than the parent is collecting the child at the end of the day.It is important that when a child moves to another school that the Headteacherbe informed so that relevant records can be forwarded.You will be contacted if you have not informed the school of your child’s absence.

Unauthorised Absencesfrom School

Parents are expected to inform theclass teacher of reasons for anyabsences from school. A letter informing parents of absenceregulations is given to parents for information.

MedicationMedicines should, if possible, begiven to children at home. If it is necessary for a child to receivemedication during the school dayparents should discuss the matter with the child’s class teacher and follow the school policy.

PASTORAL CARE AND SUPERVISION

The staff of the school are always available to listen and respond to anyproblems the children may have. An open and honest relationship betweenpupils and staff is always encouraged. Children usually confide in their class teachers, although the Headteacher is always available to deal with anyproblems the children may have.

SCHOOL DRESS CODEThe school has a

uniform policy and every child is expected to wear the full school uniform on

a daily basis. In the interests of health and

safety, no lose jewelry is advised and only stud

earrings.

The school has an official uniform of NavySweatshirts and White

Polo shirts. Theseavailable with the

school logo. See school policy.

Should a child be taken ill during school hours, parents are informed and are requested to collect their child to take them home. The school keeps a record of address and contact telephone numbers and parents are encouraged to informthe school immediately of any changes.If a child has an accident at school, then basic First Aid is administered by staff. If the accident is of a more serious nature, which needs hospital treatment, then every effort is made to contact the parent or guardian. If this proves unsuccessful,a member of staff will accompany the child to the hospital by ambulance.

If a child requires medication this must be discussed with the school. If an agreement is reached to administer medicine at school, the parents must complete an appropriate form. Only prescribed medicines will be accepted. Theschool is visited periodically by the school nurse and dental officer who undertake medical examinations. Parents are informed of these visits and areencouraged to attend appointments. Parents are requested to inform their child‘s class teacher in advance of any doctor, dental or hospital appointments. Confidences are always respected.

Unfortunately, headlice is one problem that occurs in all schools from time to time. Parents are made aware that inspection of hair is not the school‘s responsibility. It is the responsibility of every parent to check for headlicefrequently and comb hair thoroughly and regularly.

All members of staff are aware of Guidelines on Child Protection. They arerequired to act according to these guidelines. The school safe-guarding officer is Mrs Eira Rumble and the Deputy Safeguarding Officers is Mrs Rhian Francis and Mrs Emma Barnes-Watson is the Governing Body Child Protection Officer. TheLEA Safeguarding Officer is Heledd Lewis . Her contact details are 01267246595/ 0796466399

SupervisionChildren should not be on the school premises sooner than fifteen minutes before school commences inthe morning as supervision cannot be guaranteed, unless they attend breakfast club, which opens its doors at 8am.All children are supervised throughout the day. During lesson time they are supervised by their class teacher. Members of staff supervise the children during morning and afternoon breaks. During the dinnerbreak supervisory assistants, who are responsible to the headteacher, supervise the children.

Arrangements for Religious EducationFor Religious Education we follow the LA Agreed Syllabus. This covers all areas of religious and moral studies. Each day will begin with morning assemblywhich has a religious or moral theme. Every child is expected to participate, if however, parents do not wish their child to do so, they are asked to inform theschool in writing. Religious education within the class is one of the National Curriculum foundation subjects.

Sex EducationSex Education is not taught as a subject. However, as children are naturallyinquisitive, various aspects can be explored in Science, Religious Education and Health Education, stressing the importance of caring, family life and personal relationships. The School Nurse gives a ‘Growing Up’ talk to Year 6annually. Parents can withdraw children from all or part of the sex education provided.

Arrangements for Additional Learning Needs

Since September 1994 the school has been implementing the Government’s ‘Codeof Practice’ for children with Additional Learning Needs. The school ensures that these children receive individual attention. Pupils’ work is constantly appraised and their needs noted where assistance and support is given within the classroom or in small groups so as to improve on their work. Children are audited and are placed on the ALN Register according to needs. All the resources of the Authority are availableto assist those with specific difficulties.Our policy is to ensure all pupils’ needs are considered individually, so that theprogramme of study that they follow is relevant to their needs, to identify individual learning difficulties and to organise and manage the support of the pupils from alllevels of ability. To provide a support for all subjects as well as the basic skills of literacy and numeracy is also emphasised. The ALN Policy is available at the School. Annual changes are made according to school organisation and pupils’ needs.

The Parents, Teachersand Friends Association

The School has a Parents, Teachers and

FriendsAssociation. Meetings

are held to discuss school matters and

functions so that parentsget to know each otherand money is raised tosupplement the school

provisions. The association extends a warm welcome to all

new parents.Any money coming to

the association is placed in the association’s

fund. All the money raised is used for the benefit of the children.

Complaints

What to do if you want to complain or do not agree.1.See Classteacher. Still not satisfied?2.See Headteacher. Still not satisfied?

3.See Headteacher again, and put it in writing. Still notsatisfied?4.See a Parent Governor or the Chairman of theGovernors. Still not satisfied?5.They will see the Headteacher and report back to youor they may consult the whole Governing Body. Still notsatisfied?6.Ring the Education Department – 01267 234567.It would be appreciated if an appointment could bearranged for a meeting. Parents and others can find out about the arrangements under Section 409 of theEducation Act 1996 for dealing with formal complaints(to the Governing Body, LA or both) about the Curriculum or any related matter.

Parental Involvement

Parents are encouraged to contact the school when they have relevant problems to discuss regarding their children. You are advised to make an appointment by phoning the school – outside teaching hours if possible – or by forwarding a letter. Appropriate arrangements will be made as soon as possible.

Social Media should NOT be used to voice concerns.

Inspection of DocumentsDocuments required to be made available by regulation

may be inspected at the school. Parents are requested to

make arrangements with the school as to when it is

convenient to do so.

Y CWRICWLWM CYMREIG

Through the ethos of ‘Y Cwricwlwm Cymreig’children will develop a passion for, and anunderstanding of their Welsh heritage andculture.Bilingualism is promoted through Clwb yr Urdd,

traditional Eisteddfods at local and countylevels and through Y Cwricwlwm Cymreig.The school is a Siarter Iaith School.

Accessibility PlanningThe Accessibility Plan has been developed and drawn up and is reviewed annually. The Accessibility Plan is structured to complement and support the school’s EqualityObjectives. We understand that the LA will monitor the school’s activity under the EqualityAct 2010 and will advise upon the compliance with that duty

Language PolicyThe school encourages the development of a

bilingual programme in accordance with the

Carmarthenshire LA Language Policy. The aim

is that by the age of 11 years, every child,

according to his/her ability will be able to speak,

read and write in both Welsh and English. It is

our aim to promote all aspects of the Welsh

Language and culture and work to develop the

children’s ability, knowledge and respect for both

languages.

P.S.E. CURRICULUMPersonal and Social Education is a curriculum subject which is an integral part of the ethos and community life of theschool. Circle Time is a means of delivering the P.S.E. curriculum. Sex education is not taught in specific lessons but any questions regardingthis topic are dealt with honestly and sensitively within the context of family life.Annually, the School Nursegives a ‘Growing Up’ talk to Year 6 pupils. A Community Police Liaison Officer visits theschool on a regular basis to discuss drug and alcohol awareness issues in a manner appropriate to their age.Parents can elect to withdrawtheir child for all or part of the sex education provided at the school.

Extra-Curricular ActivitiesExtra-curricular activities are of vital importance to theschool for several reasons. They are an essential part of the individual’s personal and educational development. Although the school serves a distinct catchment area, it aims at broadening the horizons of the pupils with visits to the theatre, cinemas and areas of special interest, Urdd activities and concerts on special occasions. When an outside visit is arranged then the school asks parents to make a voluntary contribution towards the costs. We also encourage children who participate in activities at local clubs to inform us of certificates, etc., they have beenawarded. Presentations are made in school assemblies

and children are complimented on achievements at clubs and societies during their leisure time.

Parents are invited to the school and are involved in the discussion of school policies, the curriculum and their children’s progress anddevelopment.

After School ClubThe School has many Clubs – see events flyer & school website. There is also an After School club run by Menter every night.

SPORTINGACTIVITIESPhysical Education includes individual and team activities and pupils are actively encouraged to participate inregular P.E. sessions, which is further develop via Sports Ambassadors. In 2017/18 the school celebrated many successes e.g. winners of Mynydd Mawr School Sports, Llanelli Schools Cricket and Rugby event and the Gwendraeth

Valley Football tournament. Additionally, the school offers pupils the opportunity to attend swimming and skiing lessons and to participate in the Mile a Day event.

ConcertsThe children are constantly encouraged to develop theircultural talents by taking part in school and communityconcerts.

Open Evenings

School VisitsChildren enjoy visiting places and learn much from first hand experiences. We have an extensive programme of educational visits linked to different areas of the curriculum. We are not allowed to charge directly, but may request a voluntary contribution. Parents experiencing difficulty in meeting costs are always welcome to approach the Headteacher.

ChargingSections 449-462 of the Education Act 1996 sets out the law regarding what charges that can and cannot be made. The school follows this guidance and has a current charging policy.In school time the only costs that can be charged for in relation to educational visits and journeys are board and lodging costs for residential visits. But the school may ask for a contribution from time to time.

Educational VisitsVisits are arranged for pupils so as to link up with their project/theme work. Because of thefinancial involvement we usually have to ask for parental contributions in order to undertake therevisits.

TRANSFER TO SECONDARY SCHOOL

Pupils transfer to Secondary school at the end of Year 6.

Pupils are afforded opportunities to visit the partner

Secondary school prior to transfer.

The school and the home have important roles in

ensuring that a child reaches his/her full potential. If

you have any problems, please do not hesitate in

contacting us and we will do our utmost to solve them.

The School and the Community

The School is an integral part of the community. We like to associate ourselves with the various activities held in the village. Local business people are always extremely kind to us inallowing us to pay educational visits to their premises and by givingus financial support.

School Performance

14/15 15/16 16/17 17/18 18/19 14/15 15/16 16/17 17/18 18/19 14/15 15/16 16/17 17/18 18/19 14/15 15/16 16/17 17/18 18/19

Cohort 9 9 13 12 10 9 11 9 9 13 1 0 0 0 0 19 20 22 21 23

Whole school %SEN 11.8 12.7 18.1 16.0 13.2 11.8 15.5 12.5 12.0 17.1 1.3 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 25.0 28.2 30.6 28.0 30.3

Cohort 0 2 2 2 3 1 2 2 1 4 1 0 0 0 0 2 4 4 3 7

Welsh cohort 0 2 2 2 3 1 2 2 1 4 1 0 0 0 0 2 4 4 3 7

CSI - 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 50.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 0.0 - - - - 50.0 75.0 100.0 100.0 100.0

Welsh - 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 50.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 0.0 - - - - 50.0 75.0 100.0 100.0 100.0

Engl ish - 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 50.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 0.0 - - - - 50.0 75.0 100.0 100.0 100.0

Mathematics - 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 50.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 0.0 - - - - 50.0 75.0 100.0 100.0 100.0

Science - 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 50.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 0.0 - - - - 50.0 75.0 100.0 100.0 100.0

Welsh +1 - 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 25.0 0.0 - - - - 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 14.3

Engl ish +1 - 50.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 50.0 0.0 0.0 50.0 0.0 - - - - 0.0 50.0 0.0 0.0 28.6

Mathematics +1 - 50.0 50.0 0.0 33.3 0.0 0.0 50.0 100.0 25.0 0.0 - - - - 0.0 25.0 50.0 33.3 28.6

Science +1 - 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 25.0 0.0 - - - - 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 14.3

Cohort 4 1 2 2 3 2 2 1 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 6 3 3 2 6

Welsh cohort 4 1 2 2 3 2 2 1 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 6 3 3 2 6

English cohort 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

FPI 75.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 50.0 0.0 - 100.0 - - - - - 83.3 66.7 66.7 100.0 100.0

LCW 75.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 50.0 0.0 - 100.0 - - - - - 83.3 66.7 66.7 100.0 100.0

LCE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

MDT 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 50.0 0.0 - 100.0 - - - - - 100.0 66.7 66.7 100.0 100.0

PSD 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 - 100.0 - - - - - 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0

LCW +1 25.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 50.0 0.0 - 0.0 - - - - - 16.7 33.3 0.0 0.0 0.0

LCE +1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

MDT +1 25.0 100.0 50.0 100.0 33.3 0.0 0.0 0.0 - 33.3 - - - - - 16.7 33.3 33.3 100.0 33.3

PSD +1 0.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 33.3 0.0 0.0 0.0 - 33.3 - - - - - 0.0 33.3 66.7 100.0 33.3

All SEN pupilsSchool Action School Action Plus Statemented

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Parents are given advance notice of all events and activities,school visits, concerts, parents‘ consultative meetings, andsocial occasions . The school uses letters, twitter and personalconversations to inform parents and guardians.

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How do we secure school improvement atYsgol Pum Heol?

At Ysgol Pum Heol, all staff have children’s safety, welfare and learning at the forefront of all decision-

making. Each member of staff and governor are all involved with at least one aspect of the school’s life,

working as a strong team to improve and raise standards.

Pupil voice, through the Pupil Voice Committee, and parent

consultation through meetings and surveys, mean that the whole

school community is part of the consultation and decision making

process.

Staff at the school work with all aspects of the school community to

identify priorities, plan and action developments for these and to

closely

monitor impact and outcomes. The Governing Body monitors school improvement priorities

through regular visits to the school for meetings and learning walks; it also spends time on scrutiny of

documentation and ensures that the Headteacher and staff are regularly and rigorously appraised. In all,

the team ethos at YsgolPumHeol is key to the successful learning of all our children.

What we are trying to improve?

Within the school we continue to identify ways of improving our way of teaching and learning.This is

a result of evaluating and monitoring what is going on and what impact is being had.Along with other

key headline areas, during the next academic year 2019/20 we particularly want to improve our;

Opportunities for promoting Creative Writing

Coverage of Mathematics, including problem solving

Implementing the New Curriculum for Wales

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Lead Creative Schools

Cyngor Celfyddydau Cymru

Arts Council of Wales

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Eco Platinum Award

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Ysgolion Iach

Ysgolion Iach Sir Gaerfyrddin

Carmarthenshire’s Healthy Schools Scheme

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Heritage Award

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Siarter Iaith

Ysgol Pum Heol Heol Hen Pum Heol Llanelli

Carmarthenshire

Phone /Fax: 01269 860498 Mob : 07432 191650

Website: www.ysgolpumheol.co.uk Twitter : @ysgolpumheol

Our Schools App : SA15 5EZ

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