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WELCOME Our pupils are put at the centre of everything we do. We are passionate about providing an exciting learning journey for each child where they are encouraged to challenge themselves in a safe environment. As an academy, we are proud of our inclusive culture in which each child is valued and nurtured, given opportunities to succeed and develops a love for learning. E-ACT Greenfield Academy is situated in Knowle West and we are fortunate to have a wonderful setting in which to educate our pupils. The site is comprised of a large outdoor space that boasts a forest school area, a large hall and separate dining hall, library and Thrive space run by our very own practitioner. We also have some fantastic furry friends that the pupils attend to! We value our community immensely and work together to ensure that our pupils get the best possible start in life. We have our very own community hub in which workshops are held as well as coffee mornings. Our Academy not only wants children to achieve academically: it values their personal, social, moral and emotional development. We want our children to leave Greenfield well-rounded, knowledgeable, resilient and ready for their next learning adventure. We look forward to welcoming you to the Greenfield community.
Mrs Lakmini Harkus Headteacher
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OUR VALUES AND ETHOS At E-ACT Greenfield Academy, everyone is valued. Our Academy is a caring and inclusive community that values personal, social and emotional development as well as academic and creative achievement. Our mission is to allow all of our children to reach their full potential, to find out what they are good at and to ensure that they are prepared for life in modern Britain as a global citizen. We work in close partnership with our pupils, parents, staff and our Knowle West community in an effort to fulfil our mission.
Respect We are polite. We listen. We look after each other and our school.
Integrity We are honest. We tell the truth. We can be trusted.
Perseverance We never give up. We are determined to succeed. We always do our best.
Consideration We always try to help. We think of others first. We support each other.
OUR E-ACT FAMILY We are proud to be a part of E-ACT, a multiacademy trust with 28 academies across the country. Here in Bristol we benefit from having five other E-ACT academies close by to us which means we can all work together and share resources to make each one of our primaries even stronger.
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Y R E S R U N R OU – SPARK YOUR CHILD’S IMAGINATION! Starting nursery gives your child the very best possible start to their education. We have a loving, friendly nursery team that nurtures each one of our children. In the Early Years we introduce the world of learning and fun by following your child’s interests and ideas. We endeavour to make learning active, hands on and memorable. We explore seasonal changes and celebrations through stories, songs, exploration and real-life experiences. It’s so much more than learning. It’s about socialising and playing with their friends which helps with their social skills and confidence.
BIG BENEFITS! If you child is two or three you will be thinking about their first educational steps. Starting nursery has numerous benefits for you and your child: Supports transition to primary school Develops communication skills, independence and confidence Prepares children to become life-long learners
OUR SETTING We have designed our indoor and outdoor settings to be like a home from home. Our lovely Nursery has fantastic outdoor facilities so your child can run around and explore our grounds, as well as having our homely classrooms to get creative and have fun!
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FREE FUNDING for 3 and 4 year olds
WHAT COULD YOUR FREE FUNDING LOOK LIKE?
FREE FUNDING - All three to four year olds in England can get free childcare. Depending on eligibility you can get 15 hours or 30 hours childcare.
Below are some examples of how your free funding could work: 15 HOURS OPTION
MEALS All of our nursery children are offered fruit and milk. If your child stays all day, they can bring their lunch from home or have a school lunch which is freshly prepared on site every day.
Monday and Tuesday (8.45am-3.15pm) and Wednesday (8.45am-11.30am) OR Wednesday (12.30pm-3.15pm) Thursday and Friday (8.45am-3.15pm) 30 HOURS OPTION 8.45am to 3.15pm all week
For more details, please get in touch with us.
KEEPING YOU UPDATED! We know what a big step it is for your child to start at nursery, but also for you! Our nursery team will update you on how your child’s day has gone each time you collect your child. We also share photos and progress on Tapestry, so you get to see what your child is up to and to keep the photos for your memories!
SPECIAL NEEDS Any children in our Nursery with special needs will be included, valued and supported. They will have access alongside their peers, to the facilities and activities in order to promote their welfare and development.
WHEN CAN MY CHILD START? Nursery has three entry points across the year meaning children start at different times and also stay in Nursery for varied periods of time. Some children are in Nursery provision for two years before moving on to Reception year. With this in mind we use a two-year rolling curriculum cycle.
HOW DO I APPLY? If you wish to apply for a nursery place, please get in touch with us and we will be happy to book you in and arrange a tour.
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S U H T I W N LEAR – YOUR CHILD’S FIRST STEPS We fully appreciate the different emotions that you will be feeling about your child’s first steps into their educational journey. That’s why at E-ACT Greenfield Academy we ensure your child is fully supported when they join our loving Academy. We believe that a rich and engaging curriculum is every child’s entitlement so that they develop a lifelong love of learning, equipping them for their future. At E-ACT Greenfield Academy, we believe in creating strong foundations of knowledge and skills for all of our pupils, allowing them to build on their learning. Using an engaging and exciting curriculum, we are able to support each child to discover and develop their interests and talents.
RTING SEND PU O PIL PP U S S
We are here to help parents understand how they can support their child if they have a special educational need and/or a disability. We value parents/carers as partners in their child’s learning, the voice of each parent/carer is sought regularly throughout the year. Careful consideration is given to the curriculum in order to maintain high aspirations and expectations for all learners whilst ensuring that the right support and scaffolding is in place so that success is achieved by all. We have a full time SENDCO who is also our designated teacher for looked after children.
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Our curriculum evolves each year to suit the needs of our pupils, and although topics may start with a similar stylus, we are more than happy for our children to work with their teachers to direct where their learning journeys take them. We are firm believers that learning happens in an engaging environment through the medium of play. We have undercover outside areas that are used all year-round with a ‘tinkering table’ that encourages critical thinking, problem solving and nurtures your child’s imagination.
Phonics
underpins the application and early development of sound reading skills. You will be amazed with your child’s development and you will soon be reading together!
MATHS
a highly connected subject; each piece of learning influences the next. We incorporate maths into everyday activities to master the skills.
SUBJECTS
throughout the year, your child will learn different subjects such as science, music, art and history. All will be taught in an engaging, interactive way to deepen understanding of the world around them.
HOW CAN YOU GET INVOLVED? We truly believe the key to your child’s success is working closely with you. You will have regular updates through Tapestry to see what your child has been focussing on. One of the most important elements parents/ carers can help with is reading at home. We encourage parents and children to read at least three times a week, but we recommend five times a week to help with progression in other subjects.
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S U H T I W E R EXPLO – DISCOVERING NEW IDEAS
Our pupils get to enjoy a range of exciting extra-curricular activities that have been specifically chosen to cater for all of our pupils different needs and interests. Here are just a few of the activities and clubs we offer:
THRIVE CLUB
RECEPTION CRAFT CLUB
SCIENCE CLUBS
OUR ENVIRONMENT When you visit us, you will be amazed at how much outdoor space we have! Our pupils get to experience a variety of activities both indoors and outdoors to develop their skills and enjoy playing.
YOUNG CARERS CLUB
GARDENING
CARTOON
We have: FOREST SCHOOLS AREA LARGE HALL
LIBRARY
THRIVE; SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT COMMUNITY HUB
BOARDGAME CLUB
SPORTS
MEETING ROOMS
SEPARATE DINING ROOM EXTENSIVE PLAYGROUNDS AND FIELDS
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM At E-ACT Greenfield Academy we value the importance of learning beyond the classroom. As such we offer a range of rich and broad activities which enable our pupils to learn and practise skills which will prepare them for later life. We also provide a range of opportunities for visitors to visit the Academy or for pupils to go on educational visits. These are linked to the learning which takes place in each year group. These include:- PCSO visits, librarian visits, Road Safety visitor, Farm trip, Bristol museum, Bristol Zoo, Stonehenge, UKSA sailing, one week residential and so much more.
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FURRY FRIENDS! Our pupils get to explore in our large outdoor area that has a pond and even furry friends. Having animals on site is very popular and encourages children to have responsibility and to be caring.
S U H T I W W GRO – HAPPY, KIND AND CONTENT E-ACT Greenfield Academy has developed a strong Mental Health support system for all of our children, Discover simple staff, parents and carers. It is encouraged for all steps to look after children to speak out and stay safe, and communicate your mental with their health trusted adults regarding any Mental Health Every Mind Matters will get you started with require. support they may a free online plan designed to help you deal with stress and anxiety, boost your mood, Children here at our Academy learn about feelings and emotions improve your sleep and feel more in control.
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THRIVE At E-ACT Greenfield Academy we believe that good pastoral support focuses on nurturing the individual needs of each and every child. We pride ourselves on building trusting relationships with all of our pupils and their families. We are a THRIVE school and work carefully to ensure that all of our children understand how to keep themselves safe and develop strategies to support their emotional needs. Our latest OFSTED report stated ‘Staff at this school care deeply for their pupils’ (November 2019). We understand the importance of enabling the voice of the child to be heard and the safeguarding of our children is paramount.
OUR COMMUNITY HUB Our community plays a big part in our Academy. We have our own Community Hub where we have a range of services that support our local community. This is a place that everyone within our community can access services and get to know new people. FIRST AID TRAINING
FOR PARENTS AND OUR COMMUNITY
COFFEE MORNINGS NEW YEAR, NEW YOU COURSES COURSES
(SUPPLIED BY NATIONAL PARENTING INITIATIVE)
KIDS MATTER COURSE FOOD BANK
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FIRST STEPS
– ACADEMY LIFE
It’s hard to imagine your child being at their first ‘big school’. That’s why we wanted to give you an idea of what to expect in the first few months of your child joining us. AT THE BEGINNING To start your child’s educational journey with us, we have a settling in period. Our settling in period includes home visits and a part time timetable. We believe this transition period is vital in order for your child to feel happy safe and secure in school.
ACADEMY OPENING HOURS:
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For the latest Breakfast/Afternoon Club information or visit www.greenfieldacademy.e-act.org.uk
BREAKFAST CLUB - every morning for reception pupils
AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS – we do offer a variety of after school clubs, but there is not an after-school club every night
PARENTAL COMMUNICATION All of our staff are passionate about engaging with our parents and carers. It is one of the vital ingredients needed to ensure we deliver the best possible education and experience for our pupils. We have a number of communication platforms to make it easier to keep-up-date with information you need to know.
OUR UNIFORM We have a distinctive uniform which all children are required to wear every day. Please get in touch with us if you would like to know how we can support families to purchase uniforms that are eligible. Sweatshirts, cardigan and book bags are all very reasonably priced and must be purchased from Harris Sports. Other items of uniform can be purchased in high street stores. Please visit out website for more information. You can purchase our branded uniform from Harris Sports www.harrissports.co.uk/collections/ greenfield-e-act-academy
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SCHOOL MEALS Every child between Reception and Year 2 get FREE school meals. All of our meals are freshly prepared onsite by Aspens. We ensure all of our meals are nutritional and tasty for our children to enjoy. School meals are easy to book through ParentPay and special dietary requirements can be catered for.
- A DAY IN RECEPTION CLASS Starting primary school is all about introducing new routines and ways of learning for our pupils. Our Reception pupils’ day is specifically designed to support their learning and to nurture their development.
MORNING 9.00am - 11.30am: MORNING ACTIVITY – this is where our children are introduced to the wonderful world of phonics. (Don’t worry, we will tell you all about it when you get here) BREAKTIME – your child will have a choice of fruit and a carton of milk (milk is free up to the age of five)
AFTERNOON 11.30am: LUNCHTIME – our pupils go to our canteen to eat together and enjoy tasty food.
FREE FLOW LEARNING – one of the best ways for children to learn is to explore for themselves. Free flow learning encourages children to learn in their own way in our indoor and outdoor spaces MATHS – we enjoy learning about the wonders of maths with creative ways to engage our students.
12.30pm - 3.15pm: FREE FLOW LEARNING – again, this is a chance for certain topics to be introduced and for children to choose different activities. STORYTIME – we love reading to our pupils, each day there is a new book which we get to explore together. A perfect way to finish the day! 3.15pm: HOMETIME
RECEPTION TOPICS
*TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
The Reception class is such a fun time for children to really enjoy the start of their education. Our curriculum includes topics such as:
NOCTURNAL ANIMALS
LIGHT AND DARK
ALL ABOUT ME LOCAL ENVIRONMENTS
LEARNING ABOUT SPACE
EXPRESSIVE ART AND DESIGNS
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- GETTING READY FOR SCHOOL We fully understand that every child develops at different rates. Below is a guide of how you can get your child prepared for primary school as best as they can. Is your child toilet trained? (we provide support for parents/carers with this)
YES
ALMOST NOT YET
YES
ALMOST NOT YET
YES
ALMOST NOT YET
YES
ALMOST NOT YET
YES
ALMOST NOT YET
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ALMOST NOT YET
I can go to the toilet on my own I can wipe myself properly
Getting dressed (including for PE) I can button and unbutton my shirt and use a zip I can put my own shoes and socks on I can put my coat on
Writing and counting I can write my name I can count to 20
Eating I can use a knife and fork I can open wrappers and packaging
Personal hygiene I know when to wash my hands I can wipe my nose
Sharing I can share and take turns:
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- TOP TIPS FOR PARENTS/CARERS Please go to our website for more information on what you need to prepare for your child starting primary school.
Label all items brought to school with their name and class. Bring a labelled water bottle for classroom use.
Buy an E-ACT Greenfield book bag Check in with the friendly office staff to learn how to book lunches.
Let us know if there is anything important going on at home – we might be able to help or your child might need support.
VISIT US The best way to see what our Academy is like is to experience it for yourself. We always welcome new families to visit our Academy. This opportunity will allow you to see our wonderful school building and meet our fantastic team and children. Please phone or email our Academy office and we will happily arrange your own personal tour.
Y L P P A O T W O H If you would like to apply for a place at E-ACT Greenfield Academy, you can do this via the Bristol City Councils’ website or by post. Further information is on our website: greenfieldacademy.e-act.org.uk
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HERE TO HELP If you have any questions about your child starting primary or applying for a place, please call us for advice.
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I love learning maths in school because it’s super fun. We learn about numbers and different signs like add and equals, we even
When you
learn about big numbers
find something confusing,
like a thousand.
teachers will help you. What’s good is that they don’t just give you
Zackary, reception
the answer. They help you to figure out how to do it. They also help with supporting mental health and we have these special mental health boxes in our classrooms to support us. Jack , head boy year 6
I love learning my phonics because now I can read all by myself and I love learning new stories and using the puppets to do a show. L-Jae, reception
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We are one big family at Greenfield and truly put the children at the heart of everything we do. The excitement and enjoyment of following the children’s interests, through playing and learning is magical. Mrs Harvey, reception teacher and EYFS phase leader
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OPENING MINDS, OPENING DOORS We always welcome new families and our local community to visit our Academy. Please get in touch with us if you wish to arrange a personal tour for us to show you what a fantastic place E-ACT Greenfield Academy is to learn and grow.
E-ACT Greenfield Academy Novers Lane, Knowle, Bristol, BS14 0AX
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