Lowther Primary School
School policies
Our School Policies...
The school has many policies and guides regarding various aspects of school life. These are reviewed on a rolling programme in consultation with Staff and Governors.
Parent View
A big thank you to the parents/carers that have taken the time to complete the online Parent View survey. As key stakeholders in the school your views matter.
We'd really like all parents/carers to sign up to Parent View and give their views on the school. It honestly only takes 5 minutes.
We have, do and will make changes to the way the school operates and functions as a result of parent/carer feedback.
As well as Parent View, do feel free to share your ideas with Mr Ripley or myself or indeed any of the staff team in person. We all want to work together to improve Lowther for the children.
For help with using the Parent View facilities please read this short guide:
How to use Parent View (965kb)
Access To Site Policy for visitors and families
We'd love you to come and visit our wonderful school facilities and see the fantastic learning that takes place alongside our warm and happy atmosphere. Please do consider joining us for one of our Open Days... Further details are available here.
The school is happy to host informal calls and visits any time so please do get in touch »
Access To Site Policy for visitors and families (227kb)
Accessibility Policy
At Lowther Primary School we are committed to working together to provide an inspirational and exciting learning environment where all children can develop an enthusiasm for life-long learning. We believe that children should feel happy, safe and valued so that they gain a respectful, caring attitude towards each other and the environment both locally and globally.
Please view our Accessibility Policy below for further details
Accessibility Policy (1.10mb)
Admissions
Lowther Primary School follows the admissions procedures set by the local authority Richmond upon Thames. Our governing body applies the regulations on admissions fairly and equally to all those who wish to attend this school. Our Admissions policy conforms to the statutory regulations currently in force.
Please view our Admissions Policy below for further details
Admissions Policy (318kb)
Here is an external link to the Local Authority's 'School Admissions' webpage containing further information, links, brochures, forms and more.
Anti-bullying
Bullying is behaviour that is intended to hurt, threaten or frighten someone else. It damages individual children. At Lowther we take all allegations of bullying extremely seriously.
Anti-bullying Policy (388kb)
The London Borough of Richmond upon Thames has published an Anti-bullying guidance document which is made available for viewing here:
Anti-bullying Primary (1.20mb)
Attendance
At Lowther, we aim to achieve and then maintain the attendance target set for us by the Local Education Authority.
We aim continually to raise awareness with parents, carers and pupils about the importance of regular attendance and punctuality.
Attendance Policy (254kb)
Behaviour
Values
At Lowther we believe that children thrive in a learning environment where good choices are highlighted and praised. This environment is created and supported through positive relationships between everyone in the school community (adult/child, adult/adult and child/child), inside and outside the classroom. All adults recognise that they must model the behaviours they want to develop in children. Our approach seeks to benefit the whole community equally but recognises that individuals have different needs and capabilities.
Ready Respectful Safe
These three words embody Lowther's approach to behaviour expectations. They are used consistently and by everybody. They strike a balance between values and rules at school.
Behaviour Policy (477kb)
Charging
All education during school hours is free. We do not charge for any activity undertaken as part of the National Curriculum, with the exception of some individual or small-group music tuition.
Please view our Charging Policy below for further details
Charging Policy (228kb)
Complaints Procedure
We are very proud at Lowther to have such excellent relationships with all members of the community. We actively seek to resolve any issues swiftly and to everyone’s satisfaction.
Complaints Procedure (255kb)
Equality
"We believe that the Equality Act provides a framework to support our commitment to valuing diversity, tackling discrimination, promoting equality and fostering good relationships between people. It also ensures that we continue to tackle issues of disadvantage and underachievement in different groups."
Equality Objectives (309kb)
Exclusion
At Lowther we are committed to following all statutory exclusions procedures to ensure that every child receives an education in a safe and caring environment. Off-rolling is never a reason for exclusion.
Please view our Exclusion Policy below for further details
Exclusion Policy (236kb)
Health and Safety
Lowther Primary School recognises its legal and moral responsibilities to persons who may be adversely affected by school activities.
Please view our Health and Safety Policy below for further details
Health and Safety Policy (283kb)
Healthy Packed Lunches
Here at Lowther Primary, we encourage children who opt for a packed lunch to eat a nutritious lunch in order to stay healthy. Our policy on what we allow is indicated here:
Healthy Packed Lunches Policy (236kb)
Healthy Break Time Snacks Update (323kb)
Home/School Partnership Agreement
At Lowther we believe that a child's learning journey is a partnership between parents and carers, the school and the children themselves.
Children are at the centre of all we do inside and outside school.
Learning does not stop at the school gates, and so we will support families as their children grow and develop, and we expect families to help us to nurture a love of learning in their children and prepare them for a confident future. Our partnership agreement is a reminder of our shared commitment.
Home/School Partnership Agreement (171kb)
Keeping Children Safe (DfE Guidance PDF Document) (1.69mb)
SEND Information Report (669kb)
SEND Policy (289kb)
Uniform Policy (240kb)
Footwear Guidance (446kb)