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At present at Tidemill, we have eleven classrooms consisting of
a Nursery and Reception class in the Foundation Stage, three Year 1+2 classes, three Year 3+4 classes and three Year 5+6 classes.
We have a teaching assistant in every class and we also split the Year 1/2, 3/4 and 5/6 classes in the morning for literacy & numeracy to reduce the class sizes. We also have a Learning Mentor and a number of SEN support workers who work in class with specific children.
The teaching staff are further supported by our Midday Meal Supervisors, the office team and our Premises Officer. Please click on a Year group above to view the
staff group.
Foundation Stage
Our Nursery and Reception are joined to make our Foundation Stage.
We do this in order to allow a seamless transition from one area
to another. The teachers work very closely together on planning
to ensure our children get a balanced and varied curriculum. Much
emphasis is placed on learning through movement and by emersion
in a variety of activities.
Year 1+2
The more formal part of schooling begins in Year 1+2 where our pupils
engage in the National Numeracy and Literacy lessons, beginning
the rudiments of reading, writing and handwriting skills. Great
emphasis is still placed on non-core curriculum areas such as art,
PE, and music.
At the end of Year 2 the pupils engage in National Tests which give
a snapshot of where that pupil, and the school, is at that stage.
Year 3+4
Year 3+4 continue the more formal work started in Year 1+2. Emphasis
is an developing reading, writing and numeracy skills. Intervention
strategies are available to cater for those with learning difficulties.
A very balanced curriculum is available including art , music, swimming,
and P.E..
Year 5+6
As our pupils come to the top of our school , emphasis is placed
on becoming independent learners. Pupils are involved in daily maths
and literacy lessons. Pupils are set according to ability in order
for us to cater to their needs. A very full curriculum is in place
including science, art, Games, and Emotional Literacy. During Year
6 the pupils undergo statutory SAT's Tests. Pupils in Year 5-6 also
participate in an outdoor adventure week in Devon.
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Mark Elms - Head Teacher
Lisa Butcher - Deputy Head
Rachel Bowern - Assistant Head
Rachel Taylor -Business Manager
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