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following September. Parents are then informed in writing whether or not their child has
been offered a place. Parents then need to confirm promptly their wish for a place.
If you are considering a place for your child at Fossdene and require further information
please contact the Headteacher who is happy to arrange for you to visit the school during
the day and fit you into the guided tour timetable. Parents of children due to start
Reception in September may also attend the annual “New Intake” meeting in July.
Parents have the right to apply for a place at individual schools, although there is no
guarantee that preferences will be met. In the event of a year group being full to its
admission limit the school adopts the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s admissions policy.
PARTNERSHIP WITH PARENTS and COMMUNITY LINKS
The school recognises the great importance of parents working together in partnership with
the school for the benefit of the children. We believe parents and teachers achieve better
results for our children when working together. To support this work we encourage regular
contact and consultations so that a full exchange of information is possible. We value the
role our parents have in contributing to school improvement through completion of
questionnaires, regular review of our values and aims, evaluation of activities and general
feedback.
The school provides many opportunities for parents to be involved in the learning process.
Please contact your child’s class teacher or the school office if you wish to help in school.
Parents of children due to start in Reception the following September are invited to attend
a “New Intake” presentation in July, the term before their child is due to start. At this
presentation parents are informed about the organisation of the school and how they can
support their child’s education - particularly with helping reading at home. Parents meet
the class teachers, visit classrooms and have the opportunity to ask questions.
The school issues a regular newsletter to keep parents informed of developments and
forthcoming events. The most recent copy is displayed in the two school display cabinets in
the playground, on the school website and spare copies are available from the office.
Friends of Fossdene
The Friends of Fossdene, our parent-teacher association, play a vital role in the life of the
school. They bring us all together and raise funds through social events, giving parents,
children and friends an opportunity to enjoy themselves whilst helping the school.
Reporting to parents
In the autumn and spring terms parents attend a Parents’ Consultation Evening when they
meet with their child’s class teacher to discuss how their child has settled in, how he/she is
progressing and ask any questions that they may have. Parents of children in Key Stage 1
and 2 are provided with a brief overview of their child’s progress and given their child’s
targets.
In the summer term every parent will receive an annual written report with comments and
judgments based upon continuous teacher assessment throughout the year.
Adult learning
We work in partnership with Greenwich Community College to provide opportunities for
parents to engage in discussion with other parents and with professionals working in a
variety of fields. Parents can attend classes that help them support their child’s learning,
