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We have created this page to keep parents and pupils up to date on the school’s  position in managing the effect of the Coronavirus (COVID -19).

As this is a rapidly changing situation, we are reviewing the advice from Public Health England (PHE) and Department for Education (DFE) daily.

We will keep you updated via text messages and the school website. We have spoken to the staff and pupils about the importance of washing their hands and have displayed this poster throughout the school.

The following advice from NHS England has been shared with students to help them avoid catching and spreading germs.
DO:
• cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or sneeze
• put used tissues in the bin immediately
• wash your hands with soap and water often - use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available
• try to avoid close contact with people who are unwell

DON'T:
•  touch your eyes, nose or mouth if your hands are not clean

The NHS also advises:
• try not to touch your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
• do not share items that come into contact with your mouth such as cups and bottles
• if unwell, do not share items such as bedding, towels, dishes  and pencils.

There are more details on hand washing on the NHS website at: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/best-way-to-wash-your-hands/ 

The Department of Education has launched a new helpline to answer questions about COVID-19 related to education. Staff, parents and young people can contact the helpline as follows:

Phone: 0800 046 8687

Opening hours: 8am to 6pm (Monday to Friday)

For the latest information from Public Health England regarding COVID-19, please click here.

 

 

 

 

27th February 2020

Dear Parents/Carers,

I am pleased to share with you the official report from our recent Ofsted visit.

Ofsted Report 2020

Herne Bay Junior School remains a ‘Good’ school. The report is overwhelmingly positive and provides a strong endorsement of all we are doing here.

I am particularly proud of the recognition that our children love their school and that they feel safe and are happy.

We will continue to build upon our work in developing the curriculum so that opportunities are given to further practise and recall the skills and knowledge that the children have acquired, across all subject areas.

I would like to thank all those who responded on the Ofsted Parent View. 123 responses were recorded, giving the inspector a true reflection of your thoughts and opinions.

I hope that you enjoy reading the report and thank you all for your continued support of the school and your child’s education here.

With my best wishes,

 

Mrs Melody Kingman
Headteacher

Year 3

How do I borrow a book?

Go to the year 3 library or main library with your diary, choose a book, and then take it to the librarian so it can be scanned out in your name.

How many books can I borrow?

You can borrow two books at a time.
One book should be in your reading range (A.R.), so you can take a quiz.
The second book can be any other book of your choice, and does not have to be in your reading range. You will not take a quiz on this one.

Where can I borrow the books from?

You can borrow books from the year 3 library or main library.
You will usually borrow your A.R. reading book from the year 3 library.
You can borrow your second book (free choice) from either the year 3 library or main library.

How do I return my books?

Take your books back to the year 3 library or main library. Remember to hand the books back to the librarian so they can be scanned back into the library.

How long can I borrow them for?

You can borrow the books for two weeks.

What if I haven’t finished reading it?

You can renew the book, which means you extend the loan for two more weeks. Bring the book back to the year 3 library or main library to do this.

Someone else has borrowed the book I would like, can I have it next?

Yes, ask the librarian and it can be reserved for you to have next.

I have some suggestions for new books or ways the library could be improved.

Great! Write your ideas down on a piece of paper, and post it in the red suggestions box in the main library, or tell the librarian.

What happens if I forget to bring my book back?

The librarian sends a list of overdue books to every teacher once a week. Your teacher will remind you to bring your book back.

What happens if my book is very overdue, or I have lost it?

The librarian will send letters home once a term to remind you to bring your book back. If you have lost or damaged your book there is a charge of £5. This is so the school can replace the book.

Can I come to the library at lunchtimes?

Yes, you are very welcome. Years 3 & 4 can come to the library on Mondays and Thursdays. Remember the library is a place for quiet reading and browsing. You can also borrow and return your books at lunchtime. If you wish to chat loudly to your friends or run around, then choose to play outside instead.

What happens to pupils who do not follow the rules?

If pupils do not follow the rules of the library (be calm, careful, kind and quiet) they will be reminded to do so. If they continue, they will be asked to leave the library and their names will be moved down the behaviour trail.

Year 4

Information is the same as for year 3 above. Most pupils borrow their A.R. book from the year 4 library area, and some will go to the main library. All are welcome to choose their second (non A.R.) book from the main library.

Years 5 & 6

Pupils come to the main library to borrow all of their books. Years 5 & 6 can come to the library at lunchtimes on Tuesdays and Fridays