Belle Vue Primary School Prospectus

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Belle Vue Primary School
Beaver Road, Belle Vue, Carlisle, Cumbria CA2 7PT.
01228 593 161 bellevue.cumbria.sch.uk
Belle Vue
Primary School
Prospectus 2017/18

WELCOME
Welcome to Belle Vue Primary School. We look forward to meeting
you in person, but in the meantime, we hope that this prospectus
provides a taste of our vibrant School Community.
We understand that choosing a Primary School for your child is an
important decision. Through choosing Belle Vue you have our
commitment that we will leave nothing to chance; together we will
make this an enjoyable period in your child’s life.
Our staff are committed to ensuring we get to know each child as an
individual; this process starts before your child’s first day, and is the
beginning of a relationship that will build and grow as your child does
in our care. We will work closely with you as parents during this time to
ensure that your child’s learning journey is a successful and fulfilling one.
The Belle Vue staff are dedicated, talented, and knowledgeable. Your
child will be challenged and supported to achieve across the full
breadth of our exciting and individualised curriculum.
We also place great emphasis on nurturing our pupils’ growth as
responsible citizens. Respect, tolerance, honesty and positive
behaviour are expected at all times. We ensure all pupils play an active,
positive part in their communities. We ensure all are listened to, all are
valued, and through ongoing encouragement and celebrating
individual successes, we develop pupils’ self-esteem.
Our school facilities are first class; we aim for all children to learn in the
best possible environment. Our extensive grounds allow for a full range
of extra-curricular activities and highly positive lunchtimes and playtimes.
Belle Vue is an inclusive school. We strive to achieve the highest
standards for each and every child regardless of their starting points.
Whatever your child’s individual circumstances, we aim to tailor a
curriculum to meet their needs; one which facilitates enjoyment in
learning and with equal opportunities for all.
As will always be the case, if there is anything that you would like to
discuss further, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
On behalf of the pupils, staff, and Governors, I look forward to
welcoming you to Belle Vue Primary School.
Mr Andrew Cairns, Headteacher

Belle Vue’s Aims
Performance
Our aims were developed and agreed by pupils, staff,
parents, and Governors. They show our commitment
to your child, as we continually work hard to ensure
the very best experiences for each and every pupil
who attends Belle Vue Primary School.
We aim for all of our pupils to:
n Be happy and enjoy school life
n Be safe and healthy
n Enjoy a broad and enriched curriculum
n Have high achievement
n Be proud to contribute to their communities
n Develop the skills that ensure a lifelong love of
learning
n Behave appropriately and show respect for others
and their environment
n Know that they will be listened to within a
nurturing environment.
n Be able to recognise and celebrate their own
strengths and those of others.
We assess children to support teaching and
learning. This ensures we can meet your child’s
needs. Teachers assess each pupil’s progress on
an ongoing basis throughout the year.
Parents’ evenings are held twice a year to
provide personalised dialogue about your
child’s progress, achievements, and next steps
in their learning journey. Annual written reports
are issued at the end of each academic year.
Recent, externally validated Belle Vue
Year 6 Sats test results:
2013 2014 2015
Reading 94% 98% 97%
Writing 94% 94% 92%
Maths 94% 98% 82%

The Belle Vue Curriculum
Our curriculum is designed to suit the age, interests and abilities
of every child. It not only encompasses the requirements of the
revised National Curriculum and the Early Years Foundation Stage
Curriculum, but goes far beyond these statutory documents.
Continuity from year-to-year ensures that children meet new
challenges as they progress through our school.
Visits and visitors are often arranged to bring the curriculum to life.
We aim to enthuse our pupils with a lifelong love of learning. We also
believe that if we want our pupils to grow into responsible, active
citizens then our ‘hidden curriculum’ is important too; what the
children learn from the way they are treated, the role models that
they meet and the way they are expected to behave is a major
influence on the way they grow and develop.
Personal, Social, Health, Economic and Citizenship (PHSE)
PHSE education within our school aims to provide opportunities for
pupils to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding they need
to lead confident, healthy independent lives and become active and
informed citizens. Teaching in this area enables pupils to contribute
in an age appropriate way. This may be delivered in ‘CircleTime’,
assemblies, or during curriculum lessons such as science or during
our Sports and Health Week, for example.
Religious Education
Religious Education is a core subject which is taught following the
guidelines of the agreed ‘Cumbria Syllabus’. Assemblies are held
daily which are broadly Christian in character, although we are a
non-denominational school. If you would like to discuss this aspect
of school life further do not hesitate to contact the Headteacher.
The Arts and Music
The Arts are a fundamental part of the curriculum. Art, design,
dance, music, literacy and other aesthetic, creative activities; we
believe that the arts offer opportunities for the children to
explore, express and communicate their feelings whilst gaining
experiences of the wider world.
Through experiencing The Arts, children develop their creativity,
self- esteem and confidence. A continuous and rich artistic
experience is an essential part of the curriculum entitlement of
every child at Belle Vue Primary School. Our school has recently
been awarded the coveted Artsmark ‘Gold Award’ for the quality
and breadth of our Arts curriculum.
In lessons and around the school, pupils are considerate, polite
and friendly. Many pupils talked about how well they get on
together and one typical comment was, ‘We like helping each
other.’ In the Reception classes, children’s behaviour is impeccable.
Ofsted 2012
Pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is good.
The strong tradition in music supports this and the school choir
performs across the county. All staff promote equal opportunity
well and all pupils have equal access to the rich extra-curricular
activities. Ofsted 2012
Sport and Physical Education
PE has an important place in the school day and the importance
of exercise for a healthy lifestyle is one of the main aims of
physical education at our school. All children have access to high
quality provision in PE and sport.
Whether your child likes taking part ‘for fun’, or thrives through
positive competition, we aim to offer high quality experiences for
every student, regardless of their ability.
Our school is affiliated to the Carlisle School Sports Association
and takes part in football league and cup competitions. Children
also compete in numerous annual sporting events, including
athletics, swimming and cross country.
Belle Vue is also affiliated to the County and Regional Gymnastics
Associations, and takes part in gymnastic events across the City
and beyond.
Sex and Relationships Education
Our approach to this area of the curriculum has been developed
through consultation with a variety of stakeholders and external
partners, including the School Nurse.
Learning is of course consciously ‘age appropriate’ and is taught
in the context of relevant topics.
Parents/carers are kept fully informed before we commence any
teaching in this subject area, and are invited to view the teaching
resources we use if they are unsure.
Whilst it is our belief that sex and relationship learning plays an
important, positive role in your son or daugther’s development
and education, parents/carers DO have the right to withdraw their
child from these sessions in consultation with the Headteacher.

Extra-Curricular Activities
Extra-Curricular Activities
Belle Vue actively encourages participation in the numerous extracurricular
activities organised by the school and its staff. They are
an important part of our wider curriculum offer.
Recent examples of our many extra-curricular clubs include:
n Football n Netball n Gymnastics
n Recorders n Drama n Art and Design
n Table Top Games n Knitting n Chess.
Belle Vue Extra Out of School Club
Belle Vue Primary School offers Breakfast Club and After School
Club provision ideal for busy working parents. These are open to
students from all year groups in our school. These clubs operate
Monday to Friday, during term time only.
n Breakfast Club: 7:45 - 8:45am, includes a buffet style breakfast.
n After School Club: 3:15 - 6:00pm. Children are able to choose
from a variety of activities; from free play to planned
activities. After School Club also includes a snack, which
varies from day-to-day.
Further details are available from the school office.
Good behaviour is expected at all times.
With praise and encouragement we expect that each child will
develop a sense of self-discipline. We do not condone bullying
or any form of rough, physical ‘play’. The school has a clear antibullying
policy; a copy is available in school or can be viewed on
the school website. We expect that all children will be respectful
and tolerant towards others.

Belle Vue’s admission number is 60. This means that up to 60 children can
join Reception in September. At present the school is organised into seven Year Groups,
with two parallel classes in each. Each of the seven year groups follow our school
curriculum which encourages continuity and progression and which encompasses the
recently revised National Curriculum. Class organisation may differ from year to year.
The Belle Vue School Day
Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stage One:
9.00am - 12.00 noon 1.15 pm - 3.15 pm
The School Year 2016-17
Autumn Term 2016
Start of Term Monday 5 September 2016
Half Term Monday 24 to Friday 28 October 2016
End of Term Friday 16 December 2016
Spring Term 2017
Start of Term Thursday 5 January 2017
Half Term Monday 20 to Friday 24 February 2017
End of Term Friday 7 April 2017
Summer Term 2017
Start of Term Monday 24 April 2017
Half Term Monday 29 May to Friday 2 June 2017
End of Term Thursday 20 July 2017
Early Bank Holiday Monday 1 May 2017
Key Stage Two:
8.50am - 12.00 noon
1.00 pm - 3.20 pm
The School Year 2017-18
Autumn Term 2017
Start of Term Monday 4 September 2017
Half Term Monday 23 to Friday 27 October 2017
End of Term Friday 15 December 2017
Spring Term 2018
Start of Term Thursday 4 January 2018
Half Term Monday 12 to Friday 16 February 2018
End of Term Thursday 29 March 2018
Summer Term 2018
Start of Term Monday 16 April 2018
Half Term Monday 28 May to Friday 1 June 2018
End of Term Friday 20 July 2018
Early Bank Holiday Monday 7 May 2018
Belle Vue Staff and Governors
Leadership Team
Mr A Cairns
Mr M Shenton
Mrs C Bellas
Teaching Staff
Headteacher
Deputy Headteacher
Deputy Headteacher
Mrs H French/Mrs A Dickinson
Mrs M Lawden/Mr C Queen
Mrs A Temple/Miss A Wharton
Mrs C Lewis
Mrs A Reed
Mrs D Cannon
Mrs C Bellas/Mr J Tredgett
Mrs S Messenger
Miss D Airey
Miss R Nash
Miss K Rayson
Mr P Jenkinson
Mrs A Kersey
Mrs D Hickson/Mr M Shenton
Mr G Kydd Mathematics Teacher/
Music Specialist (PPA)
Mrs J Ainsworth SENCO (Special Educational
Needs Co-ordinator)
Support Staff
Miss G Allen Midday Supervisor
Mrs S Allen STA & Midday Supervisor
Mrs V Armstrong Midday Supervisor
Miss S Atkinson Apprentice
Miss K Barclay Midday Supervisor & Out
Of School Club Assistant
Mrs J Blakeley STA, Midday Supervisor &
Out Of School Club Leader
Mrs S Brown STA
Mrs S Cooper STA
Mrs J Doyle STA & Breakfast Club Leader
Mrs V Emmerson STA & After School Club Leader
Mrs H Green Midday Supervisor &
Out Of School Club Assistant
Mrs A Gregan STA
Mrs M Harrison STA
Mrs C Hitchen STA
Mrs J Hodgson STA & Midday Supervisor
Mrs T Keal STA, Midday Supervisor &
Out Of School Club Assistant
Mrs R Marsh STA
Miss K Martin STA &
Senior Midday Supervisor
Mrs C McKie Midday Supervisor
Mrs J Nunn STA &
Senior Midday Supervisor
Miss B Richardson TA
Mrs H Sanderson STA
Mrs J Scott Midday Supervisor
Mrs S Thompson STA & Midday Supervisor
Mrs E Walker STA
Mrs K Ward Midday Supervisor
Mrs N Wiggett STA
Miss S Wilson Apprentice
Mrs C Wright STA
Mrs E Young Midday Supervisor
Administration and Support
Mrs D Aitchison
Mrs A Woods
Mrs J Coleman
Miss K Osgood
Site Team
Mr S Winter
Miss K Davison
Ms K Lowe
Mrs R Millea
The Governing Body
School Business Manager
School Administrator
School Administrator
Apprentice School Admin.
Site Manager
Cleaner
Cleaner
Cleaner
Mrs J Lynch LA Representative
Mrs C Bellas Teaching Representative
Mrs E Walker Non Teaching
Staff Representative
Mr A Cairns Headteacher
Co-opted Representatives
Mrs A Evans Chair of Governors
Mr M Scott
Mrs C Mooney
Mrs C Bowditch
Mr P Thompson Vice Chair
Mr D Ramshaw
Parent Representatives
Mrs J Singh
Mr M Trevorrow
Clerk to the Governors
Mrs D Aitchison

Teaching & Learning
Our staff are committed to raising standards and providing the best possible education
for our pupils. We ensure relevant and challenging learning experiences for all pupils.
The staff are united in this common approach and work hard to establish an ethos of
ongoing rigorous development for all learners.
In this school there is:
n Effective planning that takes account of the learning needs of all pupils.
n Effective teaching that motivates and inspires all pupils to achieve their best work.
n Relevant opportunities for pupils to engage in a wide range of challenging learning
experiences.
n Continuity and progression in the learning of all pupils from reception to Year 6.
Staff at Belle Vue Primary School work as a
well motivated team. They have ready
access to professional development.
Strategies such as coaching and mentoring
are well established and effective in
improving the quality of teaching.
Ofsted 2012

The Belle Vue Uniform
Items with our school logo can be purchased from:
The Schoolwear Shop, Unit 3, Atlas Works, Nelson Street,
Denton Holme, Carlisle, CA2 5NB. Telephone: 01228 810 555
Or online from: www.tesco.com/ues
Please note that for any orders made online from Tesco,
Belle Vue school receives a 5% donation from Tesco.
The Belle Vue school uniform consists of the following:
n Navy sweatshirt or cardigan with school logo.
n Charcoal grey trousers, pinafore or skirt.
n Charcoal grey tights.
n White polo shirt (logo optional).
n Black shoes with low heels, no trainers or sports shoes.
The Belle Vue PE Kit:
n Navy shorts, plain white round neck T-shirt and plimsolls or
trainers for outdoor lessons.
n Dark coloured tracksuits may be worn in the winter months.
Belle Vue Summer Wear:
n During the Summer Term and up to the October Half Term,
boys are able to wear charcoal grey school shorts. Girls may
wear a blue checked summer dress with a navy cardigan.
Optional items available include:
n Reception children may wear Grey Joggers for outdoor
learning provision.
n Navy book bag with logo for Reception and Key Stage 1.
n Navy fleece/jacket with school logo.
n Navy Tracksuit with school logo.
We have high expectations of pupils’ appearance.
Jewellery
It is best if jewellery is not worn at all. However, watches and plain
stud earrings are permitted, but they MUST be removed for PE
lessons. The responsibility for their care rests with the pupil.
Other jewellery; chains, necklaces, bracelets, and any hoop or drop
earrings; are NOT permitted in school at all. Thank you for your
support in this matter.
Pupils are happy and well cared for by staff. They enjoy learning
and are full of praise for the exciting extracurricular activities
particularly in music and sport. Ofsted 2012
The Friends of Belle Vue School
The Friends of Belle Vue are a group of parents who give their spare time on a voluntary basis to organise fundraising events and
activities for those in our school community. The aim is to use funds raised to help fund additional ‘treats’ for the children, such
as Christmas activities, or to supplement additional resources such as library books. Our main events are the Christmas and
Summer Fayres. Other events throughout the year include Chocolate Bingo, Discos, Cake Sales, Fashion Shows and much more!
The Friends of Belle Vue are a great group to be a part of - we look forward to welcoming you! Please contact the school
office for further information on how you can play a positive role in your child’s education whilst having great fun!

Belle Vue School Policies
School Lunches
Pastoral Care
Illness at School
‘Prevent’ Duty
Our team create a great menu of fresh, home-cooked and
nutritionally balanced meals every day including a range of freshbaked
breads.
Orian have introduced Lunch Shop, which is an online ordering
and payment system. Parents and children can go online and
choose meals together, in advance. Meals can be paid for online,
with balances topped-up easily whenever you need to.
We do ask that meals are ordered two weeks in advance to enable
food orders to be placed and goods to be delivered. Meals are
priced at £2.00 per meal. To ensure our ordering system is accurate
we do ask for two weeks notice to switch between school dinners
and packed lunches.
In September 2014, the Government introduced free school meals
for all primary school pupils in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2.
However, please note, If you receive one of the qualifying benefits
for Free School Meals and the Clothing Grant, please still apply as
this qualifies your child to receive the ‘Pupil Premium’, which is
extra funding for the school to help your child. Full details of this
can be found in the Pupil Premium section of our website.
Packed Lunches
If your child wishes to bring a packed lunch instead please note
that as we are a ‘healthy school’, your child’s packed lunch must
not contain fizzy drinks or sweets (including chocolate bars).
All school staff are responsible for the pastoral care of pupils; the
school has a caring and friendly atmosphere. Children are
encouraged to speak to their class teacher, or the Headteacher
about any problems or worries they may have. If you have any
concerns about your child, speak to us at your earliest
convenience and we will help in any way that we can.
Absences from School
Where absence through illness cannot be avoided, it is important
that parents ring school to inform of the reason by 9:15am on the
day of absence. Where no notification is received, this will be
followed up by our staff, and marked as ‘unauthorised absence’
until and unless a satisfactory reason can be ascertained.
It is also expected that the school will be provided with ample
advance notice of Doctor, Dentist, Hospital Appointments
wherever possible. If children must be taken out during the school
day, parents should collect their child from the main school office
where they will be signed out.
Persistent lateness will be challenged by the school, and where
necessary, the Inclusion Officer from the Local Authority will
become involved.
Due to recent changes in the law, Headteachers are no longer able
to authorise any holidays in term time unless there are exceptional
circumstances. Any requests for a holiday to be authorised during
term time need to be made in writing to the Headteacher. All
applications are considered on an individual basis.
When we suspect that a child is ill, parents are contacted by
telephone. It is important that we have more than one contact
telephone number, in case this situation arises. Naturally, we care
for the children to the very best of our ability until the parent
arrives. There are a large number of qualified First Aiders in School.
Medicine
We do not usually give un-prescribed medicine to children in school.
If it is necessary for a child to have un-prescribed medicine during
school hours then please discuss this with the Headteacher and
arrange to come to school to give the medicine to your child yourself.
If prescribed, medication has to be administered in school, please
hand it in to the school office in its original packaging displaying the
named prescription sticker and complete the relevant permission
form. This must be signed by a parent or guardian. All medication
must be prescribed by a doctor. Should your child’s requirements
change over the year please inform the school office immediately.
Thank you.
Where ongoing specific needs exist, a formal care plan will be
drawn up and agreed between the parents/guardians, staff and the
school nurse.
Site Security
We place great emphasis on ensuring your child is safe whilst they
are in our care. All visitors must report to the main school office
upon arrival. All external doors are secured with keypads and the
grounds and building are continually covered by CCTV.
In-line with the Government’s ‘Prevent’ agenda, our Child
Protection Policy reiterates our commitment to ensuring our
children grow as responsible, well-rounded citizens. We will do
anything we can to protect our pupils from the threat of terrorism
or radical ideology, and we have a zero tolerance approach to
extremism in our school. Our staff are well-trained as to what to
do in such circumstances.
We support and adhere to the latest guidance from the DfE which
requires schools to actively promote the fundamental ‘British
Values’ of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and
mutual respect for and tolerance of those with different faiths and
beliefs and for those without faith. We do this through our broad
and balanced curriculum which includes assemblies.
We encourage students to accept responsibility for their
behaviour, show initiative, and to understand how they can
contribute positively to the lives of those living and working in the
locality of the school and to society more widely.
Complaints
If you become concerned in any way about your child’s education
it is important that you speak to us. As a first step you should
discuss your concerns with your child’s teacher.
If you are still concerned you should arrange to meet with the
Headteacher and/or Deputy Headteacher(s). As a staff we will do
all we can to resolve your concerns and to ensure you are happy
with your child’s education.
A copy of Belle Vue’s full Complaints Procedure is available from
the school office or the school website.

Cumbria Education Service General Admissions Policy 2017/2018
for Community and Voluntary Controlled Schools
Where there are more applications than places available at a community or
voluntary controlled school for entry to all year groups except Year 12,
applications will be prioritised using the criteria below. They will be applied in
conjunction with explanatory Notes 1 - 6 which form part of the policy.
1. Children looked after and who were previously looked after, i.e. in public
care, giving priority, if necessary, to the youngest child(ren). See Note 1.
2. Children living in the catchment area who have brothers or sisters in the
school (or associated infant or junior school) at the time of admission. See
Notes 2 and 3.
3. Children living outside the catchment area who, at the time of their
admission, have brothers or sisters in the school (or associated infant or
junior school) who were allocated a place at that school by the Local
Authority either (a) in the absence of a place being available in the
catchment area school due to oversubscription and the school was
identified by the Local Authority as the next nearest with a place available
or (b) the school is named in the sibling’s Statement of Special Educational
Need/ Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). See Notes 2, 3 and 4.
4. In relation to Church of England Voluntary Controlled Schools, children
living within the catchment area who with a parent regularly attend a
church in membership of Churches Together in Britain or the Evangelical
Alliance. See Notes 5 and 6.
5. Other children living in the catchment area giving priority to those living
closest to the school, measured by a straight-line measure between the
centre of the pupil’s home address and a common point on the school site
as determined by the Local Authority. See Note 6.
6. Children living outside the catchment area who have brothers or sisters in
the school (or associated infant or junior school) at the time of their
admission. See Notes 2 and 3.
7. Children living outside the catchment area, giving priority to those who live
closest to the school, measured by a straight-line measure between the
centre of the pupil’s home address and a common point on the school site
as determined by the Local Authority. See Note 6.
Applications will be prioritised on the above basis. An exception will be made under the
Authority's policy for the education of children with special needs (i) where a child holds
a Statement of Special Educational Needs/Education Health and Care Plan, or (ii) is
currently undergoing a statutory assessment, and in either case it is considered that
attendance at a particular school is necessary to meet the identified needs of that child.
Explanatory Notes [These notes are part of the policy]
Note 1: A child looked after is a child in public care, who is looked after by a
local authority within the meaning of Section 22 of the Children Act 1989.
Children previously looked after are children who were looked after, but have
ceased to be so because they were adopted (under the terms of the Adoption
and Children Act 2002) or became subject to a Child Arrangements Order or
Special Guardianship Order (Children Act 1989).
The provision to give the highest priority to looked after and previously looked after
children applies to all children who have been adopted from local authority care.
Note 2: In criteria 2, 3 and 6, priority will be given to those children with the
youngest siblings. Brothers and sisters are those living at the same address and
includes step and foster children. Priority will only be given where it is known
at the time of allocating places that a sibling will be attending the school
[excluding a nursery class] at the time of admission.
Note 3: Where reference is made to ‘associated’ infant and junior schools this
is to describe those situations where infant and junior schools share the same
catchment area.
Note 4: If parent or carers believe they qualify for consideration under criterion
3, they should indicate this on their preference form in the place provided for
this purpose.
Note 5: To be considered under criteria 4 or 7 parents or carers must provide
proof with the completed form that they regularly attend a church in
membership of Churches Together in Britain or the Evangelical Alliance.
‘Regular’ is defined as at least twice a month. Attendance may be at more than
one church but should be for at least two years prior to the application date.
In criteria 4 or 7 applications will be prioritised using the distance measurement
methodology set out at Note 6 below, with those living closest to the school
measured by the shortest straight line distance given priority.
Note 6: Distance measurements will be undertaken using the Local Authority’s
computerised Geographical Information System [GIS]. This measures a straightline
measure between the centre of the pupil’s home address and a common
point on the school site as determined by the Local Authority.