limpsfield church of england infant school

LIMPSFIELD CHURCH OF ENGLANDINFANT SCHOOLWesterham Road, Oxted, Surrey, RH8 0EATel: 01883 723183Fax: 01883 723183E-mail: [email protected]

Limpsfi eld Church of EnglandInfant School

B269

B269

B269

B269

B269B2026

A25

A25

A25

A25

Limps�eld Common

Granvil

le Road

Granville Road

Detlillens L

n

Padbrook

High Street

High Street

Priest Hill

Westerham Road

Westerham Road

Station Rd

Gresham

Rd

Bluehouse Ln

Bluehouse Ln

Church Ln

Church Ln

Oxted Rail

Woo

dhur

st Ln

Woodhurst

Quarry Rd

E HillE Hill

W Hill

Snatts Hill

Uvedale Rd

Rock�eld Rd

Limps�eld

Oxted

Wol

f’s R

oad

Wol

f’s R

oad

Wolf’s

Hill

Polla

rds W

ood

Hill

New Road

New Road Kent Hatch Rd

Grub St Ballards Ln

Ballards Ln

Ballards Ln

Grub St

Gru

b St

Sandy Ln

New Rd

Westerham Rd

Westerham Rd

Kent Hatch Rd

Bras

sey

Rd

Brassey Hill

Brassey Close

Bras

sey

Hill

Detlillens Ln

Hookwood

Stoneswood Rd

Brick Kiln LnBrick Kiln Ln

Limps�eld School

DESIGN BY PPL www.schoolprospectus.net ☎ 0844 561 65 10


Achieving together in God’s light

Limps� eld Church of EnglandInfant School


WelcomeLimpsfi eld Church of England Infant School caters for children between the ages of 4-7. Located in the beautiful and safe setting of Limpsfi eld Common, managed by the National Trust, we off er an excellent all-round education within a caring and supportive environment.

Th ere has been a school on this site since 1832 and within our 21st Century facilities some of the original stone walls have been retained to provide a reminder of those bygone days and traditions.

We hope that this prospectus gives you a fl avour of our School, but please do take the opportunity to visit, by appointment, and see for yourself the inclusive and caring atmosphere that permeates throughout the School.

Jennifer BairdHeadteacher

Ann OsbornChair of Governors


Aims of the SchoolAt Limpsfield School our vision is for a vibrant, high achieving and forward looking community. We value the ‘pupil voice’ and have involved the children in reviewing the school aims, which are written in language that they understand.

At Limpsfield we aim to provide a strong Christian framework within which the children:

• Enjoy learning, knowing that they are safe, loved and cared for.

• Have lessons that are exciting and fun.• Are taught to be confident, independent and to take pride

in their work and surroundings.• Are encouraged to say what they think and feel, and to

respect the views of others, particularly for other faiths, cultures, values and differences.

• Develop a sense of discipline and order by setting clear, consistent boundaries.

• Are encouraged to participate fully in school life and the decision-making processes.

Pupils make rapid progress and achieve really wellOfsted Report, Jan 2007

School LinksThe school has at its core a sound base of Christian values which underpin all that we do.

We have close links with St Peter’s Church, Limpsfield and the community it serves.

Our school is also a member of the Tandridge Confederation and works in partnership with other schools and organisations to ensure that all children in the area get the very best start in life.

Pupils reach consistently high standards by the time they leave the school

Ofsted Report, Jan 2007

Every Child MattersOur work at Limpsfield School is linked closely to the Department for Children, Schools and Families ‘Every Child Matters’ agenda. The underlining aim of this initiative is for every child to:

• Be healthy• Stay safe• Enjoy and achieve• Make a positive contribution• Achieve economic well-being

These aims are at the heart of everything we do.

Outstanding in all six categories that feature in the inspection Ofsted Report, Jan 2007

Introduction to the SchoolLimpsfield School is a voluntary aided, co-educational school supported by the Diocese of Southwark in partnership with the Local Educational Authority.

We have a strong Christian ethos which permeates through the school day, with prayers said before lunch and again before leaving at the end of the day. We welcome children of all faiths and it is not essential to be a member of St Peter’s Church to gain admission.

We value open communication with parents/carers and encourage them to take an active interest in our school.

Organisation of the SchoolThe school has a pupil admission number of 50 per year, and classes are arranged into Reception, Reception/Year 1 and Year 1/Year 2. Each class has an equal mix of age, ability and gender.

“Limpsfield is such a warm and caring school and has been a positive foundation for other education” Parent quote

FacilitiesInside our character building beats a modern heart. ICT forms an integral part of the daily school experience. The use of laptops starts in Reception and all classrooms are equipped with interactive whiteboards to enhance the teaching and learning experience.

A computerised library has been set up to encourage children to develop a love of books and to follow their own interests as well as school topics. Other facilities include a specially designed cooking area with tiles painted by the children themselves.

The school has two playgrounds with one set aside for the youngest children. Both are extensively equipped, with the younger children able to enjoy bikes, slides and other specialist apparatus. Both playgrounds are regularly used to support outdoor learning in all areas of the curriculum.

One special aspect of the school is its unique position on Limpsfield Common, which we use for games, sports and environmental studies, as well as an outdoor classroom. Limpsfield village also offers opportunities for practical studies and fieldwork.

Lessons are challenging and exciting, making sure that all pupils enjoy learning


Early Years Foundation StageChildren start school in the September after their 4th birthday. Some will have had more experience of nursery or pre-school settings than others. The Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum is tailored to take account of this and staff are experienced at assessing the needs of each child as they progress. The Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum is organised into six areas of learning:

• Personal, social and emotional development• Language and literacy• Mathematical development• Knowledge and understanding of the world• Physical development• Creative development

These are not subjects in themselves; however, they provide a framework for children’s learning and continuing assessment.

Children learn through a variety of play-based tasks, structured to provide a wide range of learning opportunities. We firmly believe that these lay the foundation for the future, encouraging early independence and positive attitudes towards learning.

We recognise that starting school can be daunting for some children - and their parents/carers. We run a programme of visits to the school during the summer term preceding their start, and once they begin, liaise with parents/carers to ensure the children settle quickly into the full life of school.

Our youngest children enjoy the great advantage of a separate playground equipped with an excellent range of equipment. From here they are introduced to the big playground with support from the teaching staff.

Key Stage 1 (Years 1 and 2)The National Curriculum provides a framework for the development of the skills, knowledge and understanding that underpins future learning. Lessons are organised around half-termly topics into which all subjects are integrated.

Religious Education is a separate subject and has its own scheme of work provided by the Diocese of Southwark. Parents/carers have a right to withdraw their child from Religious Education if they choose.

Parent quote

“My son is about to leave the school and for the past three years there has not been one day that he hasn’t raced into school with a smile, and likewise coming home”

Teaching and LearningTeachers adopt a variety of strategies when planning each lesson, and after introducing a new topic may then divide the class into small groups according to ability or other criteria linked to the learning.

A wide variety of visual aids is used to expand the children’s understanding and all classes benefit from having a highly trained teaching assistant in the mornings to support learning.

There is an unremitting drive to improveOfsted Report, Jan 2007

Collective WorshipWe hold an act of worship in assembly each morning when the school comes together as a community to share common interests. Sometimes a class will lead assembly sharing something of interest that they have been learning about.

As a Church School our Christian and moral beliefs are intrinsic within the ethos of the school. Children are encouraged to show care and consideration and to think and help others less fortunate than themselves.

The Rector of the Parish visits the school regularly and parents are invited to share in school services held at St Peter’s Church in Limpsfield.

“Sending my son to this school was the best choice I could have made for him”

Parent quote

Special NeedsOur special educational needs policy is in keeping with the school’s aims. Providing equal opportunities for all children, the school ensures that everyone enjoys a broad and balanced curriculum. We aim to identify children with special educational needs as early as possible but remain vigilant should problems manifest themselves later.

We follow a specific Code of Practice for children with special needs and liaise with outside agencies where necessary for advice and support. We believe that parents/carers co-operation is vital so a partnership with parents/carers is implicit in our philosophy.

Pastoral CarePastoral care for the children is primarily the responsibility of the class teacher although the Headteacher is always happy to see parents if required.

We have a strong sense of the “family of Limpsfield School” where all staff get to know all children and share responsibility for their wellbeing. We see behaviour and discipline as a whole school responsibility and not just a class based one.

The school has a disability equality programme providing quality of access to all areas and all provisions. The updated programme is available, on request, at the school office.

I only wish my son could stay at the school all through his education – I could not be happier

Parent quote

Discipline and BehaviourWe believe good discipline is essential to effective learning and have a clear behaviour policy. These rules were devised by the children of the School Council • We will walk at all times when inside the school building,

looking in the direction we are going.• We will use very quiet voices inside school so as not to

disturb others.• When walking through doorways we will wait our turn

sensibly if others are there first.• We will try to be considerate and thoughtful at all times, for

example by hanging up fallen coats.• We will keep our cloakroom, classroom and shared areas

tidy.• We will take care of school equipment.• We will ask permission to leave the classroom or

playground.

Special effort, success, kindness and good manners are rewarded with praise and encouragement.

Unacceptable behaviour is dealt with quickly, firmly and with understanding.

We have a clear anti-bullying policy and any incident, or indeed potential problem, is taken extremely seriously.

Behaviour is exemplaryOfsted Report, Jan 2007

Working with, and for othersAt Limpsfield School we encourage children to think about themselves as part of the community. Children are made aware of how they can help others, both locally and across the world. For instance, every Autumn all Year 2 children work together to stage a “Dilip” Day, making games and running stalls to raise money to support a child in India. Other charities such as Children in Need, Red Nose day and the Royal British Legion also receive our support.

Team work is also encouraged and children learn about the impact their behaviour has on others.

The School CouncilWe believe that it is important to give children a ‘voice’ in some of the decisions that are made in school. Representatives are chosen from all year groups to join the School Council and are encouraged to talk to their class before voting about such things as new equipment, playground games, and fund raising methods to support national or local causes.

By the time they leave the school they have developed into well-rounded individuals because of their excellent spiritual, moral, social and cultural development


HomeworkChildren are encouraged to read at home which we believe is relaxing and enjoyable for the children - and fun for parents/carers. Numeracy homework is set in Years 1 and 2 and children may be asked to collect information through their own research.

A curriculum information sheet is issued half-termly outlining topics to be covered and giving parents/carers suggestions for helping their child.

Reports on Progress Consultation evenings are held each term for parents/carers to visit the school and discuss their child’s progress with the class teacher. A written progress report is also sent out annually to all parents/carers.

Limpsfield is an outstanding schoolComment from Leavers’ Parents

Music, Dance and other ActivitiesAll children have the opportunity to learn country dancing and are encouraged to perform at local events like the Summer Fair.

Choir, recorder, basketball, football, maypole dancing and gardening clubs are run for Year 2 children who wish to join.

All children have the opportunity to play musical instruments through the Surrey Peripatetic Music Service.

The Home School PartnershipParents/carers are encouraged to involve themselves in school life in a variety of ways. Volunteering to help with classroom activities, or on school outings is always warmly welcomed, as is help and support for the various events and activities that take place throughout the year.

There are also opportunities to be involved on the Parent Council and, at a more strategic level, as a parent governor.

Enhanced CRB checks are carried out on all adults helping in school.

Limpsfield School AssociationThe aims of the Association are:

• To foster community interest and support the school• To raise funds for amenities and improvements

Membership is automatic for all parents/carers with children at the school.

The Association organises a mix of social and fund raising events and supports projects agreed with the school.

Child ProtectionLimpsfield School operates the Child Protection Policy recommended by Surrey Local Education Authority. It is normal that any concerns are addressed first to the parents/carers, but on rare occasions it may be more appropriate to contact other agencies first.

The first point of contact is Mrs Baird, Headteacher and Child Protection Liaison Officer at the school. Mrs. Osborn, Chairman of Governors, can also be contacted through the School Office.

Limpsfield is an outstanding schoolOfsted Report, Jan 2007

Open Mornings and Starting ArrangementsVisiting the SchoolWe host an Open Morning for prospective parents/carers each term, but if this is not convenient we are always happy to show parents/carers round the school by appointment.

Registration of Interest FormBy completing the enclosed registration of interest form you will automatically receive details of how to apply for an admission pack in the September prior to your child starting school.

Starting ArrangementsChildren are admitted into the Reception Class in the September after their 4th birthday.

Child’s birthday 1 September - 31 December: Full time from the first day.Child’s birthday 1 January - 30 April: Mornings only in the autumn term. Full time after Christmas.Child’s birthday 1 May - 31 August: Mornings only in the Autumn Term. Full time after Christmas if parents/carers and teachers agree, otherwise full-time after Easter.

Children are invited to visit the school for a series of story times in the term before they start school, culminating in a longer visit to their classroom while parents/carers have an informal meeting with the Headteacher.

The School RoutineThe School DayMorning Session: 8:50am - 12.10pm

Afternoon Session: 1.30pm - 3.15pm (3.10pm for Reception Classes)

Morning Break: 10.40am - 10.55am

Lunchtime: 12.10 – 1.25pm

School meals are available for all children, though parents/carers can provide packed lunches if preferred.

Children are taught for 21 hours 40 minutes per week, excluding regular breaks and assembly times.

Health, Medical and Accidents Surrey County Council arranges regular dental, vision and hearing checks for all children. Your child will have a medical during Reception Year and you will be notified of the time so that you can attend.

Prescribed medicines only are allowed to be given at school. These are kept secure in the School Office.

Ofsted Report, 2007In the latest Ofsted Inspection Limpsfield School was judged to be “outstanding” in all six categories that feature in the inspection:

• Achievement and Standards, • Personal Development and Well-being, • Teaching and Learning, • Curriculum and other activities, • Care, Guidance and Support, • Leadership and Management.

The overall summary is included in the back of the Prospectus, but can also be accessed on the Ofsted website www.Ofsted.gov.uk

Diocesan Report, 2007In the most recent Diocesan inspection the school was judged to be outstanding in all four areas inspected. The report concluded:

The full report is available on the National Society website www.natsoc.org.uk

The distinctiveness and effectiveness of Limpsfield as a Church of England School are outstanding.

Diocesan Report

Some Y2 children’s thoughts on what they like about Limpsfield School “I like PE, and Assembly and school outings and working

on the laptops and playing with my friends” “Thank you for being my Headteacher. I have really enjoyed

football on the common, recorder, being on the School Council, the playground and the interactive whiteboards”

“I like choir because sometimes we sing in front of the school. We also sing very, very fun songs”

“Just let me think of all the fun I’ve had; playing, dancing, painting, cooking and doing maths. It makes me want to stay”

“I love doing the Year 2 jobs” “I have enjoyed doing “Find Out Friday” because you get

to do things that you haven’t done before” “I enjoy it when we do Maypole dancing and it makes

fantastic patterns” “I liked being on the School Council because you can buy

equipment for the school” “I think that my favourite trips were Bodiam Castle and

the Hindu Temple” “I like doing plays. There are lots of plays. Sometimes the

Rainbow Theatre comes and we join in” “Limpsfield is great!” And a comment from a child new to Reception on staying

at school for the whole day “I love Mrs. Beach’s cooking. I eat it all up cos she does lots of veg-a-bles. Veg-a-bles are my favourite!”

Comments from Leavers’ Parents “Limpsfield has been a great start for both my children.

The teaching staff are enthusiastic, helpful and approachable. The children are keen learners, polite, well mannered coupled with enthusiasm for all aspects of the school. I do not think they could have had a better start to their education”

“I have spent most of my ‘parenting’ life at Limpsfield and I have loved every minute of it. The friendship and support I have received from the staff, and all the other parents I have made friendships with, have helped me through the highs and lows of life and I will sorely miss it” (Written after the last of three children left)

“My children have thrived at Limpsfield. I can’t praise the teaching staff enough. They are caring and nurturing and my children left confident and ready to face the rest of their school life. Thank you”

“What a wonderful start to school life!”

“It was a good school and it’s got even better – it’s vibrant now”

“Sending my son to this school was the best choice I could have made for him”



WelcomeLimpsfi eld Church of England Infant School caters for children between the ages of 4-7. Located in the beautiful and safe setting of Limpsfi eld Common, managed by the National Trust, we off er an excellent all-round education within a caring and supportive environment.

Th ere has been a school on this site since 1832 and within our 21st Century facilities some of the original stone walls have been retained to provide a reminder of those bygone days and traditions.

We hope that this prospectus gives you a fl avour of our School, but please do take the opportunity to visit, by appointment, and see for yourself the inclusive and caring atmosphere that permeates throughout the School.

Jennifer BairdHeadteacher

Ann OsbornChair of Governors



LIMPSFIELD CHURCH OF ENGLANDINFANT SCHOOLWesterham Road, Oxted, Surrey, RH8 0EATel: 01883 723183Fax: 01883 723183E-mail: [email protected]


B269

B269

B269

B269

B269B2026

A25

A25

A25

A25

Limps�eld Common

Granvil

le Road

Granville Road

Detlillens L

n

Padbrook

High Street

High Street

Priest Hill

Westerham Road

Westerham Road

Station Rd

Gresham

Rd

Bluehouse Ln

Bluehouse Ln

Church Ln

Church Ln

Oxted Rail

Woo

dhur

st Ln

Woodhurst

Quarry Rd

E HillE Hill

W Hill

Snatts Hill

Uvedale Rd

Rock�eld Rd

Limps�eld

Oxted

Wol

f’s R

oad

Wol

f’s R

oad

Wolf’s

Hill

Polla

rds W

ood

Hill

New Road

New Road Kent Hatch Rd

Grub St Ballards Ln

Ballards Ln

Ballards Ln

Grub St

Gru

b St

Sandy Ln

New Rd

Westerham Rd

Westerham Rd

Kent Hatch Rd

Bras

sey

Rd

Brassey Hill

Brassey Close

Bras

sey

Hill

Detlillens Ln

Hookwood

Stoneswood Rd

Brick Kiln LnBrick Kiln Ln

Limps�eld School

DESIGN BY PPL www.schoolprospectus.net ☎ 0844 561 65 10



limpsfield church of england infant school

Documents

school linksthe school

school life

schoolat limpsfield

st peters church

gods lightaims

wellofsted report

high standards

caring atmosphere