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GILWERN SCHOOL GOVERNORS’ ANNUAL REPORT TO PARENTS Academic Year - September 2018 — July 2019 Nurture, Empower, Achieve Lead Network School for Science - 2018 Pioneer for Professional Learning - 2018 Cymraeg Campus Bronze Award - 2019 “Our greatest natural resource is the minds of our children” (Walter Elias Disney) Gilwern Primary School, New School Road, Gilwern, Nr. Abergavenny, Monmouthshire. NP7 0AY Tel: 01873 830325 Email: [email protected] Website: www.gilwernprimaryschool.org

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GILWERN SCHOOL GOVERNORS’

ANNUAL REPORT TO PARENTS Academic Year - September 2018 — July 2019

Nurture, Empower,

Achieve Lead Network School for Science - 2018

Pioneer for Professional Learning - 2018

Cymraeg Campus Bronze Award - 2019

“Our greatest natural resource is the minds

of our children”

(Walter Elias Disney)

Gilwern Primary School,

New School Road,

Gilwern,

Nr. Abergavenny,

Monmouthshire.

NP7 0AY

Tel: 01873 830325

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.gilwernprimaryschool.org

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GILWERN PRIMARY SCHOOL

NURTURE - EMPOWER - ACHIEVE New School Road Telephone : (01873) 830325 Gilwern email – [email protected] Abergavenny www.gilwernprimaryschool.org Monmouthshire NP7 0AY Dear Parents, The Education Act (No. 2) 1986 requires all Governing Bodies to prepare an Annual Report on their work. The attached report is a summary of the excellent work and outstanding achievements of the school during the academic year 2018 - 2019. Under the Schools Standards and Organisation (Wales) Act 2013 the governing body is no longer re-quired to hold a meeting for the purpose of discussing the attached positive report. However, if 5% of parents wish to request a meeting in writing then one can be convened. Our experience from previous years indicates that parents contact members of the Governing Body freely during the course of the year and this more informal approach works well.

Yours sincerely,

Bryan Davies QPM, B.Sc., Dip. App. Soc. Sc Chair of Governors

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Contents

Vision, Aims and Objectives Page 5

Musical Extravaganza Page 6

Cymraeg Campus Bronze Award Page 7

Sporting Success Page 8

Class Organisation Page 9

School Improvement Planning Page 10

Community Links Page 11

Extra-Curricular Activities Page 12

Contact Information Page 13

Internal Organisation Page 14

Additional Information Page 15/16

Teacher Assessment Page 17

School Governors Page 18

Financial Statement Page 19

Term Dates and Holidays Page 20

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Monmouthshire Education Authority

Gilwern Primary School

Governors’ Annual Report

September 2018—July 2019

This report from the Governors to parents, complies with the requirements of the Education Act

(No.2) 1986 and covers the period from September 2018 to July 2019.

As Governors, we act as a support to the school and while continuously looking for improvement

and new initiatives to be implemented, we must take stock of the excellent work which has been

undertaken by staff over consecutive years.

A rich variety of events provides Gilwern School with its character and sets it apart from other

primary schools. Each term is packed with new activities and exciting experiences for every child.

Gilwern is an exceptionally well-supported school. Many of the activities undertaken are complet-

ed by staff in their own time. Goodwill permeates through all areas of school life.

The Governing Body and Head teacher wish to recognise and thank both employed professionals

and voluntary assistants from our supportive community who give of their time and expertise to

ensure a broad range of opportunities are provided for the children.

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GILWERN PRIMARY SCHOOL

NURTURE – EMPOWER - ACHIEVE

Faetha,Alluoga,Chwblha

The School’s Vision

Gilwern School creates a happy, secure and stimulating environment, where learners are

encouraged to reach their full potential.

The school works effectively with others and plays a central role in the Community.

All staff are committed to continuous improvement and achievement of high standards.

The School’s Aims

To create a nurturing environment where children, staff and other stakeholders can develop

positive values and attitudes, in order to become responsible global citizens.

To inspire and enthuse individuals to work independently and collaboratively to reach their

goals.

To identify and build upon individuals’ strengths, enabling learners to apply their

knowledge and skills in an ever-changing world.

The School’s Strategic Objectives

We cater for all and are not discriminatory. Early intervention is provided to

ensure learners have equal access to the vision of school.

We develop links with organisations who support learners, to ensure the school’s wider

contribution to the Community is valued.

Through the process of Self Evaluation we identify strengths and set ambitious targets in or-

der to continuously strive for improvement.

We recruit and retain quality staff who are able to deliver inspirational and innovative learn-

ing

experiences.

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MUSICAL SHOWCASE

The Summer Musical Showcase was a fantastic array of creative arts from a variety of musical

genres. The standard of performance was a testament to the confidence staff have in the

potential of all our pupils. The commitment of staff and external music specialists

demonstrated the strong collaborations that we have forged over the years which has

developed sustainable and positive relationships.

Through embracing the new curriculum, Gilwern is keen to provide all learners with rich

learning experiences. Allowing pupils to share their talent, within the community is a

celebration of the commitment and dedication of all stakeholders. The support of the com-

munity to ensure all pupils have opportunity to thrive is much appreciated and remains key to

success.

LEAD NETWORK SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE

In our role as a Lead Network School for Science we are able to support pedagogical

practice within the Science and Technology Area of Learning and Experience. During the

academic year 2018-19 we facilitated training for Foundation Phase and Key Stage Two sup-

porting colleagues from across the consortia.

Training was hosted within the school grounds exploring a variety of aspects within teaching

and learning such as; investigating amphibians using the pond, launching rockets for Space

Camp. Furthermore, we support schools when developing pedagogical prinicples for au-

thentic real-life learning and we are proud to announce that this will continue for 2019-

2020.

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CYMRAEG CAMPUS BRONZE AWARD

Gilwern Primary School has successfully achieved the The Cymraeg Campus Language

Charter Bronze Award. The award promotes the use of incidental Welsh in English medi-

um Schools. The Cymraeg Campus Language Charter has significantly increased and pro-

moted the language of our nation and the ethos of the school and the local community.

SCHOOL COUNCIL

The School Council has embedded Values-based Education programme leading meetings to

discuss what values inspire children, young people and adults to adopt and live positive hu-

man values. The focus of Values-based Education is to develop ethical and emotional intel-

ligence, deepen relationships and social cohesion and embed a strong values-based culture

to give students the best chance of academic success.

As a result, the school council have chosen ten values to explore during each month

throughout the academic year and is celebrated at the end of each month. The Head Boy

and Girl lead the whole school assembly encouraging representatives from each class to

share what they have found out.

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SPORTING SUCCESS

FOOTBALL

Weekly training sessions and high levels of commitment from pupils has enabled all children

to achieve, participating in many tournaments within and across the Abergavenny schools

cluster. The boys football team have demonstrated fair play and gamesmanship and were

crowned runners up of the 2018 Abergavenny Cluster Tournament and hosted many

tournaments within the cluster.

NETBALL

Gilwern Netball Teams have also been invited to attend many tournaments to engage learn-

ers and develop cluster links. The Netball Team were crowned runners up of the Pontypool

Schools Tournament and were runners up in the Abergavenny Schools Cluster Tourna-

ment.

All pupils have developed skills and techniques that have enhanced performance and

secured obvious competitive edge.

RUGBY

The School Rugby Team participated passionately throughout the year having another suc-

cessful year. They have taken part in many tournaments playing at a high standard.

DODGEBALL

Pupils hosted a dodgeball tournament to raise money for The British Heart Foundation.

Raising the profile of staying fit and healthy, and inviting schools from across the consortia

created a wonderful community event for all stakeholders to enjoy.

MORE SPORTING SUCCESSES…

Swimming Gala

Abergavenny Schools Cross Country

Swimathon, Abergavenny Leisure Centre

Multi skills sports Festival

Tennis Taster Sessions

Hockey Taster Sessions

Talybont

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CLASS ORGANISATION 2018– 2019

HOPSCOTCH NURSERY SCHOOL 2018 – 2019

Hopscotch Nursery continued to provide pre-school education for the majority of

pupils. Ms. Vicky Trevett, Nursery Manager continued to develop the links with

both the school and the community. The Nursery can be contacted on

07935335663.

SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANNING 2018 – 2019

The school identified and developed a set of targets for 2018 - 2019 to raise standards.

This has been achieved through consultation with pupils, staff, parents and governors.

The priority goals are summarised below.

CURRICULUM REFORM

To develop the professional learning for language, literacy and communication and

science and technology

To disseminate and coach best practice within science and technology pedagogy.

To promote team learning and collaboration among staff. To share the new professional teaching and leadership standards with all stakehold-

ers.

R 1 2 3 4 5 6 Total

Mrs Welford 29

Mrs Millington 30

Mrs Edwards 30

Foundation Phase Total 89

Mr Marsh 28

Mrs Powell 30

Mrs Parry (0.6)

Miss Westoby (0.6)

30

Miss Price 25

Key Stage 2 Total 113

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IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LEADERSHIP

To develop capacity by professional development of middle leaders.

To use the ETLF to enhance professional learning and identify improvement

priorities through self-review.

To collaborate and sustain high quality research and training through the EAS

Peer Review programme.

To develop a self-improving organisation through robust assessment, evaluation

and accountability arrangements. RAISING THE STANDARDS IN LEARNING AND TEACHING

To understand the ‘What Matters’ and progression statements within each area of

learning and experience.

To facilitate challenge using authentic learning experiences and problem solving.

To effectively support and develop educational professionals using the professional

standards for teaching.

To implement the ETLF for stakeholders to effectively self-evaluate competence.

LANGUAGE, LITERACY AND COMMUNICATION

To implement the principles of the Cymraeg Campus Bronze Award.

To raise standards in the application of language skills through functional daily literacy.

To analyse data used from national tests, school-based tests and teacher assessment to

track pupil progress, identifying and implementing intervention.

To increase parental engagement to ’close the gap’ for all pupils.

MATHEMATICS AND NUMERACY

To deepen understanding of number and calculation skills.

To raise standards in mathematical reasoning application through problem solving.

To analyse data used from national tests, school based tests and teacher assessment to

track pupil progress, identifying and implementing intervention.

To develop understanding and confidence of mathematical concepts to apply in every-

day life.

To increase provision of financial education through Virgin Grow £5 programme.

IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF HEALTH AND WELLBEING To embed the four purposes and principles of Successful Futures in all aspects of

school life.

To inform and train all stakeholders in Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) to

minimise impact.

To reinforce the principles of The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the

Child Level 1.

Through pupil voice implement a Values-based education programme thus developing

positive relationships.

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

To embed the DCF effectively to develop individuals as enterprising, creative contribu-

tors.

To facilitate scientific pedagogy within the cluster and across consortia. (Science bid)

To coach and mentor cluster schools through the curriculum developments for science

and technology AoLE. To develop digital citizenship and practice to achieve the online 360 Degree Safety Ac-

creditation.

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GILWERN REACHING OUT TO THE COMMUNITY

A brief overview of school-based Community Activities:

Plays/Open Days/Coffee Mornings

Sing Around the Tree Christmas Concert

Warburtons Healthy Workshop

Outdoor Pursuit Centre, Gilwern

Tennis – Abergavenny Tennis Club

Hopscotch Nursery Transition Programme

Llanelly Parish Church

Open Book Assembly

Foundation Phase

Astro Cymru

Space Camp

XL Wales – Science Workshops

Gilwern School Choir - Govilon Lights, Festival Park, Glaslyn Court, Victorian Fair

Gwent Police Liaison Officers - PC Kath Gardner, Community Officer A. Young

South Wales Fire Brigades

Welsh Cycling Union

Christmas, Easter, Summer Fetes, Family evenings (Parents Association)

School Disco

Christmas Parties

World Book Day

International Links Comenius

Mr Tony Godfrey – local artist

Danceblast

Dwr Cymru

Big Beat Workshop

MacMillan Coffee Afternoon

Children in Need Charity Fundraiser

Techniquest - Science Workshop

THE SCHOOL PROSPECTUS

The school prospectus is continuously updated and a paper copy can be obtained from

the school office. Alternatively a copy can now be downloaded from the school’s website

www.gilwernprimaryschool.org

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PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION

Gilwern School continues to be supported by an active Parents’ Association during the academic

year. Many activities were run to support school events and others to raise money for items request-

ed by Gilwern School Council. Volunteers are needed to help at specific events. For more infor-

mation please contact the school, where your query will be forwarded to a member of the PA. Gov-

ernors would like to thank all who have worked tirelessly as part of the Parents’ Association during

the year.

OUTDOOR PROVISION

Developments to the school grounds have enriched the pond and forest school area. Through a

grant secured from Tesco and Groundworks a wooden platform has been made to ensure pond dip-

ping can be undertaking safely improving access to the water. Furthermore, overgrown brambles

have been cleared to create a new forest school area with several new logs secure to create a log cir-

cle. Through pupil voice year 4 became Landscape Gardeners designing how the area could be

used to gain better learning opportunities.

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES OFFERED IN AND OUT OF SCHOOL HOURS

LUNCHTIME LEARNING CLUBS

Extra curricular opportunities are available to all pupils at Gilwern School. We are extremely grate-

ful to every member of staff who leads a club to develop skills for all learners. Below is a list of clubs

available:

Football

Girls Football

Rugby

Netball

Cross Country

Cookery

Safe cycling

Lego League

Dance

Choir

Nature

IT

Craft

Languages

Year 6 four-day residential trip to Talybont, included activities such as:

Orienteering

Mountain walking

Pond dipping

Canoeing

WATER SAFETY

Swimming is part of the Physical Education Curriculum at Key Stage 2. Swimming lessons are pro-

vided by Abergavenny Leisure Centre staff and each class is allocated time on a rotational basis.

Achievements in swimming are celebrated with the children termly.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

STAFFING

TEACHING STAFF

The school has a Headteacher, six full time teachers, three part time teachers, ten support staff

and six peripatetic music specialists. The Headteacher has agreed job descriptions and objectives

with all teachers who have specific curriculum responsibility. The School has also developed and

implemented curriculum teams which enable staff to work together to improve standards using a

collaborative approach. The curriculum teams are: Mathematics and Numeracy, Language Liter-

acy and Communication, Wellbeing, Science and Technology, Expressive Arts and Humanities.

SUPPORT STAFF

The role of support staff has become integral to the life of Gilwern Primary School and their con-

tributions to the development of pupils are of paramount importance. The school has the ser-

vices of a school administrative officer for five days a week and an additional part time administra-

tive support assistant. These play a vital role in the smooth running of the administrative proce-

dures in the school and duties are extensive and varied.

A caretaker and cleaner ensure the pupils are being educated in a safe, clean environment. It is

evident from the appearance of the premises and in the head teacher's report, that these mem-

bers of staff are hardworking and conscientious. The team is completed with a cook and two can-

teen assistants that make a vital contribution to the well being of the school and its pupils.

After School Club (Hopscotch Childcare) Miss S Pugh Tel: 07960724431

The Club is established and open five afternoons a week 3.15 – 5.15pm. Construc-

tive childcare is offered primarily to help working parents. The club has proved

popular over the past year with a capacity for 24 pupils.

Breakfast Club (Hopscotch Childcare) Miss S PughTel:07960724431

The Club provides a valuable service and is open five mornings a week

8.00 – 9:00am.

School Holiday Club

(Hopscotch Childcare)

Miss S Pugh Tel: 07960724431

The club was established in Summer 2010 and ran during the Summer Holidays.

All information for this club is communicated through the school.

Hopscotch Nursery Ms. V Trevett Tel: 07935335663

The nursery caters for 28 children each morning and is a member of the Early Years

Partnership. It offers stimulating child development in a safe and secure environment.

Open daily from 9.00am – 3:00pm.

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INTERNAL ORGANISATION

Foundation Phase and Key Stage Two pupils were taught in single year groups. Organisation

of both Foundation Phase and Key Stage Two are designed to meet individual needs and to

provide maximum opportunity for each child to proceed at his/her own rate of progress.

Teaching is related to the levels of achievement outlined in the National Curriculum and

outcomes at Foundation Phase.

CURRICULUM

The school in designing its curriculum has taken into account the Authority’s stated aim,

which is “…….to provide a balanced and integrated curriculum to contribute to the whole development of the individual child”. In pursuing this aim, it is clear that the school provides

opportunities for all pupils to access a skills-based Curriculum. Therefore, work is planned

in such a way that individual subjects are linked, in order to help children understand the rel-

evance and importance of study. Each pupil’s own desire to shape their learning is taken into

consideration at the beginning of each term and reflected upon weekly.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Religious Education is taught in a non-denominational and non-dogmatic way and is taught

according to the Monmouthshire Agreed Syllabus. School services or class led acts of wor-

ship are held each day and involvement is seen as an important part of the children’s educa-

tion. Attendance at assembly is compulsory, unless parents request that their child be ex-

cused. The Head teacher has assured Governors that parents’ wishes are respected and

strictly observed. Local Parishioners deliver an interactive act of worship every week called

“Open The Book” giving the children opportunities to become involved developing under-

standing of the Bible. The school also has regular visits from the Abergavenny Salvation Ar-

my Group.

PREMISES

The effort made by the teachers and pupils to create a bright and interesting learning envi-

ronment is very impressive. It is widely recognised that the school grounds and overall learn-

ing environment are outstanding and with the funding from the Section 106 agreement devel-

opments to the school have enhanced the teaching and learning. There is a disabled toilet

with appropriate access and separate staff toilets. All are cleaned on a daily basis and

checked regularly. All staff are to be congratulated and the Governors wish to record their

appreciation for these achievements.

Physical maintenance of the building is good, with meticulous detail to meeting Health and

Safety requirements undertaken. The Health and Safety Sub Committee meet regularly to

review Risk Assessments and “walk the site” to ensure familiarity with the day to day manage-

ment of Health and Safety.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

GOVERNOR’S ROLES

As in previous years, meetings of the Governing Body have taken place in the school at regular

intervals during the academic year. At each meeting Governors considered the Head Teacher’s

Report on the school and its work, as well as reports from sub-committees of the Governing Board

on specific and wider issues. Minutes of these meetings are available at the school. In addition to

these formal meetings, Governors have been invited to attend and enjoy various activities in the

school and have participated in the County sponsored programme of training.

SECURITY

The Governors would like to thank parents on behalf of the Head Teacher and staff for their co-

operation in promoting school security measures by:

Keeping the main school gates closed.

Parking outside the school and taking note of the signs regarding authorised entry into

the school grounds and Community Centre.

Giving notice of intentions to take children home early.

Reporting to the office when visiting school.

Reporting absence to the school by 10:00am.

New parents were particularly helpful by encouraging Foundation Phase pupils to come into school

independently in the morning. This helped to settle classes quickly, thus minimising prolonged dis-

ruption.

CCTV cameras are located to cover the school grounds and to date have provided an excellent

deterrent to unauthorised, out of school hours access.

ADMISSION

The Local Education Authority’s admission policy states that only children who attain the age of 5

on or before 31st August 2018 are entitled to admission to the school with effect from September

2018. The standard admission number for the school has been set by the LEA at 30. The school is a

designated 210 capacity school. Parents of children wishing to attend Gilwern Primary must apply

for admission from the Local Education Authority - Student Access Unit 01633 644530.

UNAUTHORISED PUPIL ABSENCE 2018 — 2019

Unauthorised absences – 0.34%

Attendance – 96.04 %

Unauthorised FSM absences 0.1%

FSM Attendance 97.64%

Parents are respectfully asked not to remove children from school during term time for holidays.

Permission will only be granted in exceptional circumstances.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT

(For information on the schools financial statement, please refer to Appendices).

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PARENT/TEACHER CONSULTATIONS

Parent teacher consultation evenings took place during the months of October 2018 and April

2019. Parents were given the opportunity to discuss the work and progress of their children. A

report was sent to parents at the end of the academic year where parents were given a further

opportunity to discuss their child(ren)’s progress.

Year six pupils leaving Gilwern transferred to the comprehensive school of their choice:

King Henry VIII School, Abergavenny

Crickhowell High School

Brynmawr Foundation School

SPECIAL NEEDS/ADDITIONAL NEEDS

Mrs Marles is the School SENCo/ALNCo. Mrs Marles closely monitors the progress of those

children who are experiencing difficulty with any aspect of their education. Gilwern School is

an inclusive school and due regard to SEN/ALN children must be considered when looking at

comparative data. Some SEN children make significant progress but may still fail to meet the

nationally agreed target called the “Core Subject Indicator”. Governors monitor the progress of

pupils against their potential. WAG compares schools against performance indicators based on

free school Meals.

Pupils with SEN/ALN were identified given additional support from staff within the school. In

addition some were supported by teachers or specialists from outside agencies. The school

worked closely with the LEA Educational Psychology Service, the current School Psychologist

being Mrs Michelle Mansell.

The Governing Body was proud of the exemplary care, opportunities and standards achieved

for pupils during 2018-19. The willingness of all in the school community to provide a support-

ive environment for those children experiencing difficulties is recognised across South Wales as

outstanding.

WELSH

The school delivers the Curriculum through the medium of English, teaching Welsh as a sec-

ond language which is compliant with WAG guidelines. Welsh is taught within each class of the

school with support from the Welsh Advisory Service. The school recognises that Gilwern is

predominantly an English speaking area, and the schools fundamental aim is to develop

awareness of patterns of Welsh language and vocabulary, Curriculum Cymreig and a positive

attitude towards the language.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

The Governing Body has a commitment to promoting equality and it seeks to ensure that peo-

ple are not discriminated against. The Governors take all reasonable steps to ensure that the

school environment provides access for all. Every effort is made by the school to develop re-

spect, tolerance and understanding of the country in which pupils live and the wider world.

COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE

The Governors wish to remind parents that if they have a complaint, they should first discuss it

informally with the Headteacher (Section 23 Education Reform Act). If it is not resolved at this

point the complainant will be informed that they may, if necessary, refer the complaint to the

Governing Body but this must be done in writing. The Headteacher assures the Governors that

every effort will be made to resolve complaints at school level.

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TEACHER ASSESSMENTS - 2018 – 2019

The Annual Report of Governors includes a summative report for the attainment at the end of

Foundation Phase and Key Stage Two focusing on Year 2 and Year 6. This is broken down

into the percentage of pupils at each level.

Figures for Gilwern fluctuate significantly. Increases or decreases should be read in conjunc-

tion with previous performance and bear in mind the variance between groups of pupils. Clas-

ses with a higher number of SEN pupils will significantly alter the Core Subject Indicator (each

pupil equating to approximately 4% of overall performance.)

Governors are committed to securing the core aim of the school, to ensure each pupil fulfils

their own potential. Governors acknowledge that in different classes individual needs vary and

that the school is continually working to meet these needs. Progress of pupils is measured at

regular intervals, starting with the Baseline in the Reception Class.

Foundation Phase (Infant) Teacher Assessed Outcomes

Percentage of pupils with core subject indicator – attaining at least Outcome 5+ by Teacher

Assessment in English, Maths and Science. Gilwern 97%

Wales Average 80%

Key Stage Two (Junior) Teacher Assessed Levels

Percentage of pupils with core subject indicator – attaining at least a level 4+ by Teacher

Assessment in English, Maths and Science. Gilwern- 100%

Wales Average- 88%

Predicted Core Subject Indicator

To ensure pupils reach their full potential end of Key Stage targets have been predicted to

ensure every child has realistic but challenging targets.

NB These figures exclude Welsh as a second language.

Outcome 3 4 5 6

Language

Development

0% 0% 97% 60%

Mathematical

development

0% 0% 97% 67%

Personal Social

Development

0% 0% 100% 87%

Level 2 3 4 5

English 0% 0% 100% 72%

Maths 0% 0% 100% 72%

Science 0% 0% 100% 64%

2018 2019 2020

Key Stage 2 97% 100% 93%

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GILWERN PRIMARY SCHOOL

SCHOOL GOVERNORS SEPTEMBER 2018 - JULY 2019

Name Category Term End

Bryan Davies Chairperson Co-opted 28.11.19

Councillor Grahame

Nelmes

Vice– Chairperson

Community Council 04.05.21

Roger Guy Headteacher On-going

Gareth Barker Child Protection 09.07.21

Richard Dixon LA 20.09.21

Jayne Jones Parent Rep. 30.10.21

Robert Proctor Parent Rep. 11.10.21

Lucy Hall Parent Rep. 11.10.21

Ian Hutton Parent Rep. 27.04.21

Rachel Callender-

Davies

Parent Rep. 12.09.21

Christine Preece Staff Rep. 13.07.20

Sue Marles Teacher Rep. 12.07.20

Signature of Chairperson _________________________________________

Mr. Bryan Davies

C/O Gilwern Primary School

Clerk to the Governors _________________________________________

Mrs. Wendy Barnard

Governor Support Section

Monmouthshire County Council

Opportunity to apply as a new Parent Governor Representative will be at the end of the term of

office of an existing Parent Representative or alternatively if a Parent Governor resigns.

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GILWERN PRIMARY SCHOOL

Financial Statement 1st April 2018 – 31

st March 2019

INCOME

Income 2018-2019 £886,050.00

EXPENDITURE

Employee Costs £ 719,208.00

Supplies and Services £ 72,778.00

Premises Costs £ 41,729.00

Transport £ 6,175.00

Fair Funding (LEA Support Service) £ 43,162.00

SUMMARY

Total Income £886,050.00

Total Expenditure £883,052.00

Gifts and their use Nil

Governing Body transport and subsistence to members Nil

More detailed information is available from the school on request

BALANCE SUMMARY

Brought Forward to 2018-2019 (Surplus)/Deficit (£52,253)

2018-2019 (Surplus)/Deficit (£ 2,998)

Carry Forward to 2019-2020 (Surplus)/Deficit (£55,251)

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GILWERN PRIMARY SCHOOL

SCHOOL TERM DATES AND HOLIDAYS 2019 - 2020

May Bank Holiday – Monday 06.05.20

Autumn Term 2020 Commences - 01.09.20

Term Begins Half Term Holiday

Begins Ends

Ends

Autumn Term

2019

Monday

02.09.19

Monday

28.10.19

Friday

01.11.19

Friday

20.12.19

75 DAYS

Spring Term

2020

Monday

06.01.20

Monday

17.02.20

Friday

21.02.20

Friday

03.04.20

60 DAYS

Summer Term

2020

TOTAL

Monday

20.04.20

Monday

25.05.20

Friday

29.05.20

Monday

20.07.20

60 DAYS

195 DAYS