We aim to be an outstanding school, where all children excel and flourish, given their individual starting points.

We aim to have outstanding staff who are committed to inspiring children’s learning by motivating them to be confident and to take the lead in their own learning so that they become lifelong learners.

We aim to be a school where all adults and children are happy to be at Flora Gardens, and everybody’s contribution is valued and respected.

Flora Gardens Primary School

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Welcome to Flora Gardens Primary School

ForeWord: A S NAiSmith SAyS…Welcome to Flora Gardens Primary School. My principle is very simple, at Flora Gardens we put the pupils first. Each child is unique and special and equal emphasis is given to children of all abilities; all pupils are expected to excel within our caring community school.

Our school is developing in many exciting ways. As well as the introduction of the new National Curriculum, we continue improvements on our outdoor space with the installation of a caged astro-turf area for sporting activities.

Flora Gardens is served by an experienced, enthusiastic and committed Governing body, which seeks to play an active role in school life in partnership with the teaching and support staff.

I hope this prospectus helps you gain an understanding of

how our school is organised, and to appreciate the exciting opportunities on offer to our pupils.

If you are unable to attend the scheduled open mornings, then I am always happy to meet at a time to suit you. Just call the office to arrange the time.

Parent partnership

Another very important part of our school is you, the parent! Our vision is to be part of a strong school community where we celebrate the relationships and contributions of staff, parents, Governors and children as a whole school community. This is evident through extra-curricular activities, PTA events and our parent partnerships during the school day.

As you will see, by reading the many parent and pupil stories within this prospectus, you and your child are very

important to us. We champion the link between school and parent and work very hard to involve you in every step of your child’s time here…and increase your child’s enjoyment of learning.

Get in touch

The staff and Governors of Flora Gardens Primary School are very proud of our children and the rich diversity of our community. We have wonderful school grounds and facilities and the school enjoys an excellent reputation for its friendliness, high standards, care for pupils and its pleasant, safe environment. To find out more please come to one of our open mornings to listen to the Headteacher speak and you can then take a tour of the school. Details of our open mornings can be found on the school website.

To make an appointment please email: office@floragardens.lbhf.sch.uk or telephone: (020) 8748 2566.

CAriNG StAFFThe friendly teachers, who are kind to the children and welcoming to the parents, play a big part in the success of Flora Gardens, Fatima and her husband Hatem believe. “We originally chose the school because it is close to where we live in Hammersmith and I am glad that we did because it has turned out to be such a nice school. The teachers and head teacher are lovely and make it easy for the parents to go and see them and talk to them about things,” Fatima says.

QuAlity teAChiNGFlora Gardens also have very good equipment and facilities and they deliver a high standard of education to the pupils. “I feel that both my children have learnt well at the school and I have enjoyed seeing how happy and confident they have become since starting there,” Fatima says.

FuN With mAthSYusra likes lessons in the ICT suite and working on the computers. Her Mum Fatima says: “She particularly enjoys playing Maths games on the computer. She is good at both Maths and English and she likes reading stories. She has made good progress educationally but she also enjoys her PE lessons and playing football.”

reAdiNG ProGreSSNadir has now done a year in the Nursery and a year in the Reception class. Fatima says: “He has made really good progress in his two years at the school. His teachers say he is doing very well with his reading and he is also good at phonics and numbers. The teacher keeps telling me how well he is doing. He is able to read stories that

they would expect children in Year Four to be reading, which makes me very proud.”

Well eNdorSedFatima says she recommends Flora Gardens to all her friends who have young children. “I think the most important thing for the kids is to have staff and teachers who are friendly and kind. The whole school has a nice atmosphere for the children and Yusra and Nadir have done so well there that I would not hesitate to recommend it to other families.”

every Child mAtterS“I like the way the staff treat every child as an individual because every child is different. The kids all have varying abilities and the school recognise this and makes each one of them feel unique and special. I have seen that they treat all the children kindly and fairly,” Fatima says.

hAPPy time“My daughter has always felt comfortable and happy at the school and I am glad that she has three more years to enjoy there before she goes to secondary school. The school has encouraged her to be confident as well as to learn and I know that they will prepare her well for secondary school,” Fatima says.

ChildreN SAyyusra says: “i love my school because of all the nice teachers.”

Nadir says: “i love playing in the playground with all my friends.”

Yusra and Nadir are enjoying learning in the lovely setting of Flora Gardens Primary SchoolFatima and Hatem Belhoula live in Hammersmith with their daughter, Yusra, aged eight, and son, Nadir, aged five.

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School day

SChool hourSNurSery• Morning session: 9.00am to 12.00pm.• Afternoon session: 12.30pm to 3.30pm.

Key StAGe 1• Morning session 9.00am to 10.40am.• Morning break: 10.40am to 10.55am.• Lunch break: 12.00pm to1.30pm• Afternoon session: 1.30pm to 3.30pm.

Key StAGe 2• Morning Session 9.00am to 10.40pm.• Morning break: 10.40am to 10.55am.• Lunch break: 12.15 to 1.30• Afternoon Session: 1.30pm to 3.30pm.

BreAKFASt CluBOur very popular breakfast club is for Years 1-6 and is run on a ‘no booking - drop in’ basis.. The club runs from 8.00am to 9.00am, where there is a hot menu of eggs, toast, baked beans along with a choice of yogurt, cereal, toast and juice is served, at a cost of just £1.50 per day. If you would like further information please ask at the school office.

uNiFormA simple uniform is helpful in establishing good standards of appearance in school and by wearing it children quickly feel part of the community. A full list of school uniform items is available on the school website and clothing can be purchased through School Uniform Direct, either by following a link on the website or visiting the Fulham store.

Children throughout the school wear a yellow polo shirt and a bottle green cardigan or V-neck pullover, both of which bear the school logo. If families need help towards the cost of school uniform please let us know and we can provide further information.

SChool meAlS ANd SNACKSA healthy diet is important and our school lunch service provides the children with nutritious and affordable meals. The food is wholesome and freshly cooked on school premises, and vegetarian and Halal options are provided. Special dietary requirements can be catered for. All children in Reception, Years 1 and 2 can receive a free hot school meal. Children can also bring in lunch boxes.

Lunch pic

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Curriculum

CurriCulumThe primary curriculum is divided into three key stages:

Early Years Foundation Stage:

from ages 0-5Nursery and Reception Classes

Key Stage 1:

from ages 5-7Years 1 and 2

Key Stage 2:

from ages 7-11Years 3, 4, 5 and 6

Early Years Foundation Stage

The Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculumis based on seven areas of learning:• Personal, Social and Emotional Development• Communication and Language• Physical Development• Literacy• Mathematics

• Understanding the World• Expressive Arts and Design

Key Stages 1-2

Areas of the curriculum are:• Mathematics• English• Science• Computing• Design and Technology• History• Geography

• Art and Design• Music• Physical Education• Religious Education• Foreign Languages (KS2)• Personal, Social and Health Education.

CAriNG ChildreNPaul and Miedia love the warm, friendly environment at Flora Gardens and are glad they chose the school for their children. Paul says: “They both started in the Nursery and have always been with the same children as they progressed up the school and so they have some lovely friends. The atmosphere at the school is amazing, it really feels like being part of one big family. I love the way all the kids watch out for each other and I like to see the older kids take care of the younger kids. If you see a young child crying, it is not long before a Year Six child comes along and asks them if they are all right.”

GAiNiNG KNoWledGeNoah is outgoing and confident and likes lots of different things. His Dad Paul says: “He enjoys learning and has an enquiring mind. I can see that all the children are getting a very good education at the school. Noah likes Maths, English, Art, sports and football. I’ve been on a lot of class trips when they need parent helpers and I am always impressed by the knowledge displayed by the children. We recently went to Hammersmith Library and heard a talk about the First World War. The children got to see a soldier’s uniform and experience holding a rifle. I was amazed at the questions the children were asking and kept wondering how they had got to know so much and remember it all.”

GroWiNG iN CoNFideNCeParee is quiet by nature and was very shy when

she started in Nursery. Paul says: “She used to hide behind me when the teacher came to talk to us but she’s really come out of her shell now. She used to say that nobody played with her but now when I go into the school I always see her playing with lots of other children. She has a nice group of friends, all children she’s known since starting in the Nursery. She has grown in confidence because I think the school have pushed her very gently and encouraged her to find her own voice. They are all very caring and when she’s upset about something the teachers and the other children will all look after her.”

mAKiNG muSiCPaul says Flora Gardens have encouraged both his children to become interested in a variety of activities and sports. “They both like music and have learnt to play the piano and I am pleased to say that the school have just appointed a new music teacher, which will encourage them even more. Paree does a lot of piano practice at home and enjoys the music lessons at school. She has told me that she likes talking about and playing music but she is still a bit shy when she has to play in front of the other children in assembly.”

ChildreN SAyNoah says: “i like playing with my group of friends in the playground.”

Paree says: “i like going to school each day to see my friends.”

Noah and Paree have blossomed in the cosy environment at Flora Gardens Primary SchoolPaul Ruggins and his wife Miedia live in Shepherd’s Bush with their son Noah, aged ten, and daughter Paree, aged nine.

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extended curriculum: trips and visits Self-development and pastoral care

triPSOur pupils can look forward to many exciting visits to museums, places of worship, theatres or parks in the neighbouring area and central London. Year 4 pupils have swimming lessons at Latymer Upper School every week and Year 6 children spend a week away at a working farm each year.

Pupils regularly have the opportunity to win exciting, educational trips through competitions. Past competition winners have visited London Zoo and Kidzania.

We are a community school and relish our role as an institution serving our local community. The nationalities and cultures represented by individuals in our community are richly diverse. All classes, except Nursery, have regular French lessons. We learn about languages, countries and people all over the world, and about their customs and their food.

Performance visit

Each term there is at least one big concert or dramatic performance, and parents are warmly invited to attend. The children always use these opportunities, and others like Red Nose Day, to raise money for charities supporting those in need around the world.

uNiQue ANd SPeCiAlFlora Gardens Community School is an inclusive, one-form-entry school, where we believe that every child is unique and special.

mission statement

We aim to be outstanding and expect that all our pupils will acquire all the necessary skills and attitudes to enable them to:

• Excel• Be confident• Be ready to take the lead• Inspire and influence others• Be lifelong learners• Flourish

CommitmeNt to exCelleNCeWe also believe that education is about community, honesty, integrity and producing well rounded individuals who are confident, highly educated, multi-skilled and ready for their next step in life. We have a strong commitment to excellence and high quality teaching, and have high expectations for all our pupils.

houSe SyStemWe are really excited about the recent introduction of a school House system.

Every pupil in years 1-6 will be randomly placed in one of four Houses, all of which have a ‘Head of House’. Pupils will be involved in competitions to receive points for their Houses and they can also earn points individually in class through academic achievements.

Think of a subject, an activity and there will be a competition in it. House Charity competitions, House trips and activities, MasterChef, Talent competitions, as well as competitions in curriculum subjects.

The aim of the House system is for all students to be –

• Motivated• Engaged• Involved• Well-rounded• Happy• Valued

The role of the House is integral in shaping these values. By joining a House, students can develop these qualities as well as the feeling that they are part of a team and the wider school’s success.

The House system will offer pupils -

• An adult contact (either academic or pastoral) other than their form tutor.

• A different circle of peers to socially engage with.

• The opportunity to compete and be recognised by their peers.

• The opportunity to teach/learn from their peers (at an academic, social and moral level).

• The opportunity to develop their own personal skills through undertaking leadership roles or planning events

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inclusion: a curriculum for all Sport and team games

SPeCiAl eduCAtioNAl NeedSAt Flora Gardens there is a whole-school system of assessment and record keeping. Pupil attainment is tested regularly and the school has an interactive tracker system to monitor progress. Regular conferences are held between class teachers and our special needs co-ordinator (SENCO).

Access

Children with a physical disability are fully supported in accessing all parts of the school.

GiFted ANd tAleNted ChildreNWe recognise that all children are individuals with their own specific needs, gifts and talents. Children who are identified as being exceptionally able or talented, are monitored and provided with stimulating and enriching lessons appropriate to their needs.

ColleCtive WorShiPChildren engage in daily collective worship in their classroom, and demonstrate an eagerness to reflect about their own beliefs. Whole school collective worship takes place weekly, and this is led by the Headteacher.

PhySiCAl eduCAtioNAt Flora Gardens we aim to ‘inspire, motivate and enthuse’ children in Physical Education lessons through the use of the National Curriculum. By using a range of different team and individual sports, we aim to teach our pupils the importance of physical activity in day to day life. Pupils at Flora Gardens Primary School have an amazing opportunity to showcase their skills, not only in lessons, but also through the use of extra-curricular clubs and activities.

Competition with other schools

At Flora Gardens we teach our pupils the importance of teamwork. We encourage pupils to represent their school by competing against many local schools throughout the academic year, in leagues and tournaments. We have fantastic football and athletics teams!

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Clubs

AFter SChool CluBS• Multi-skills

• Football

• Netball

• Cooking club

• Homework Club

• Perform Club

• Maths Club

• Science

• Gymnastics

• Gardening

• Cricket

• Rounders

• Athletics

We have a simple to use online booking system for all of our extra-curricular activities. muSiCAt Flora Gardens we not only recognise the benefits Music can have to other curriculum areas but we value it as a subject in its own

right. In Reception, children learn generalmusical skills through song. In Year 1, pupilslearn the recorder and progress in Year 2 and3 to learn the violin in a whole class setting. Inyear 4, children have the option to continuewith the violin or other instruments if theywish to do so.Pupils sing together once a week in the wholeschool singing assembly and there will be aschool choir running as an extra activity forthose that wish to take part. There are regularperformance opportunities throughout the

year in the form of concerts and projects with external providers such as the Tri-Borough Music Hub and Professional Musicians. royal College of music

Some pupils take instrument lessons at the Royal College of Music on Saturday mornings, and the College runs workshops at the school.

CAriNG eArly yeArS StAFFRachael and Ali had a clear idea of the sort of school and education they wanted for their girls and are delighted to be able to say they have found it in Flora Gardens. “Everyone at the school works hard for the good of the children and the teaching they deliver is excellent,” Rachael says. “The twins attended Flora Gardens Children’s Centre aged one and two years old, before getting full time Nursery places at the school. They both loved the Early Years Nursery setting straight away. All the staff are extremely caring and nurturing towards the children and get to know the family before the children start by making a home visit.”

QuAlity FirSt teAChiNG“Aisha and Samira are both bright kids and their abilities have been acknowledged and well catered for. Their reading progress developed rapidly and their phonic knowledge is very secure. Their basic maths understanding is secure and they are being given challenging homework. I feel both girls have been well prepared for moving up to Year One. It was no surprise to me that Early Years at Flora Gardens was graded as Good by Ofsted in 2015. It really does offer superb personalisation and a great start for every child.”

lovely SettiNG“The school is surrounded by gardens and on the edge of a fabulous park. It is wonderful for a London primary school to have a setting like that,” Rachael says. “We live on the other side of the park and Ali and the girls walk across it in the mornings to get to school. We feel we are part of a local community with the school at the centre and parents are encouraged to become involved in any way they can.”

dediCAted teACherS“Everybody wants all children to succeed and be the best they possibly can be. Flora Gardens is a hidden gem, a small one form entry primary school that I would recommend to other parents. The school approached me and asked me to become a Governor because they wanted to bring in someone with a background in education. I was very pleased to accept because Flora Gardens is definitely on the up. The Head Teacher is excellent and the school is going from strength to strength,” Rachael says.

ChildreN SAyAisha says: “i like playing in the outdoor play area.”

Samira says: “i like dressing up as a disney princess.”

Bright twins Aisha and Samira are flourishing in the happy atmosphere of Flora Gardens Primary SchoolRachael and Ali Saim live in Hammersmith with their twin daughters, Aisha and Samira, aged five.

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Admissions Getting involved

Parents who are thinking of applying for a place at our Nursery or school are advised to make an appointment to attend one of our open days – the dates can be found on our website, or by contacting the office.

APPliCAtioNSNursery The school office deals with admissions to the Nursery class at Flora Gardens. We will ask you to fill in a form, and then will contact you if your child is to be admitted. Children start Nursery

after their third birthday and we make offers according to the same admissions criteria as for community primary schools.

reception The Admissions Team of the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham controls the admissions to our Reception class, and all other classes. You can apply for admission on line, and the contact details are:

Tel: 0207 745 6434 Email: school.admissions@lbhf.gov.uk Web: www.lbhf.gov.uk

moviNG oN to SeCoNdAry SChoolWhen our pupils move to secondary school we make the process as smooth as possible. We have strong links with local secondary schools. We arrange visits to these schools and also invite staff from these schools to come into Flora Gardens and speak with our Year 6 pupils and their parents.

FlorA GArdeNS PAreNt teACher ASSoCiAtioN (FGPtA)The FGPTA supports the work of the school in many different ways. The group raises funds to help pay for important ‘extras’ such as library books and school trips. They also host social events for parents, teachers and children, such as the annual Summer Barbecue, Christmas Bazaar and Easter Egg Hunt. They provide parent/carer support for school trips and after-school clubs, and arrange for speakers with specialist knowledge to come in and talk to pupils.

do you want to join the PtA?

If you would like to support your child/children in their education, getting involved with the FGPTA is a great way to learn more about the way things work at Flora Gardens and to help build a vibrant community around the school. For further information email: floragardenspta@gmail.com.

GoverNorShiPOur school Governors manage the school with the Headteacher. Our Governing Body is made up of elected

parents, members appointed by the Local Education Authority (LEA), co-opted Governors, teacher representatives and the Headteacher. Members are elected for period of four years.

do you want to be a Governor?

Our parent Governors give parents a voice in decision making. They are elected by parents through a ballot. If you are interested in becoming a school Governor, please contact the school office.

CommuNiCAtiNG With PAreNtSyour child’s achievementsWe let you know how your child is progressing at regular intervals and you will be able to share your views and discuss your child’s progress at our Parents’ Evenings or with your child’s teacher throughout the school year. We have an ‘open door ‘policy so parents are welcome to speak to the school at any time if they have any concerns. Parents and carers will be provided with details about our open days, parent meetings, assessment procedures, reporting to parents and opportunities for you to learn how you can help your child academically at home.

School NewsParents are updated with school news via the school website and regular newsletters. Each week the Headteacher writes a blog and this is also published on the school website.

twitterYou can keep up to date with all the school news by following us on Twitter: @floragardensw6

vision

We are a child centred school, where our priority and focus at all times is on the emotional and physical well-being of the children as well as their overall academic achievement.

our vision therefore is… To have a strong and relevant curriculum in which all subject leaders lead their subject with excellent knowledge, skill and innovation. This will enable all children to realise their full potential in each subject, and be prepared for an ever changing world.

our vision therefore is… To model high expectations of behaviour and work ethic to all children. This will ensure the presence of excellent behaviour for learning across all aspects of school life. This would be demonstrated through, overt politeness, courtesy and respect towards others.

our vision therefore is… To be teachers with high expectations, who enable learning opportunities which are fun, interactive, purposeful, and relevant, and that give children a degree of autonomy. These opportunities will result in outstanding levels of progress for all children.

our vision therefore is… To be part of a strong school community where relationships between and contributions from staff, parents, Governors and children are celebrated as a whole school community. This is evident through extra-curricular activities, PTA events and parent partnerships during the school day.

Flora Gardens Primary School Dalling Road, LONDON W6 0UD

tel: 020 8748 2566 fax: 020 8748 1451 email: admin@floragardens.lbhf.sch.uk website: http://www.floragardens.lbhf.sch.uktwitter: @floragardensw6