http://www.brighstoneprimary.org.uk/news_items Brighstone CE Primary School News en-us We currently have 2 vacancies for support staff. 1 - Year 3 Learning Support Assistant 1 - Year 5 Special Needs Assistant The closing date for both posts is noon on the 12th April. Interviews for the Learning Support Assistant post will take place on 30th April. Interviews for the Special Needs Assistant post will take place on 1st May. Details of application can be downloaded below or are available upon request from the school.

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 13:20:55 +0000 THE SCHOOL WILL BE CLOSED TODAY DUE TO ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS. For further information please see www.iwight.com and listen to IW Radio.

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 07:11:26 +0000 HEADTEACHER BRIGHSTONE CE AIDED PRIMARY SCHOOL, New Road, Brighstone, Isle of Wight PO30 4BB Tel: 01983 740285 E-mail: brighstonepri@lineone.net Web: www.brighstoneprimary.org.uk Chair of Governors: Mr Roy Bromley NOR: 168 Salary Range: L10 � L16 Required from 1 September 2013 We are, �a small school where big things happen.� Are you our next �big thing?� Due to the promotion of our highly valued Headteacher, the Governing Body is seeking to employ an inspirational head who will lead our �Outstanding� (SIAS 2012) Christian school. Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, our school is at the heart of the village community with strong Parish and Diocesan links, promoting high standards for all. With exciting opportunities on the horizon, we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Head, who has high aspirations and a vision for our future. We welcome applications from current and aspiring heads and encourage you to visit our wonderful school. Please call the school on 01983 740285 to arrange a suitable time. This council and its schools recruit according to the council�s Safer Recruitment policy and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Brighstone CE Aided Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Further details, including an application pack, are available online at www.iwight.com/council/jobvacancies or can be obtained from the school directly. Completed applications should be returned to the school, clearly marked: HEADTEACHER VACANCY Mr Roy Bromley Brighstone CE Aided Primary School New Road Brighstone Isle of Wight PO30 4BB Closing date: Noon, 8th March 2013 Interviews: 25 & 26 March 2013 Please note that the Governing Body of an Aided or Foundation School is the employer

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 10:48:00 +0000 Dear Parents Children and the Community, In my three and a half years of serving you all, this is the hardest letter that I have had to compose. It is with a heavy heart that I write to inform you that I will be leaving my post as Headteacher at Brighstone Primary School at the end of the Spring Term (Easter) 2013. I have asked me to open a brand new church aided primary school (currently under construction), to be called ‘Pilgrims’ Cross’ in Andover, and I have accepted. Although the school will open in September 2013, I will be required to start work from Easter in order to ensure that all is in place for the first children to enter the school in the September. I will also be leaving the island and moving to the Hampshire/Wiltshire area. I have enjoyed every single day of being your Headteacher and treasure the relationships that I have made with you all. I will take numerous fond memories of Brighstone with me and just hope that I can capture some of the special ‘Brighstone essence’ to take to the children of Andover. The Governing Body are aware of my departure and the Chair has already started work on initiating the recruitment process to find my replacement, who will continue to drive the school forward. The Governors will keep you updated as to how the recruitment process is progressing over the next few months but please rest assured that they will leave no stone unturned in finding the right person to become your next Headteacher. I will remain absolutely devoted and steadfast to my role at Brighstone until the day I leave, when I will take with me the hope that during such a period of significant change for island education, I have made some positive differences to our wonderful, unique, community. The next Headteacher of Brighstone School will be a very lucky person indeed. Miss Johnston

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 06:44:00 +0000 We are currently seeking: 1. Midday Supervisory Assistant 2. Behaviour Support Assistant Please see job descriptions and person specifications below. The full advertisements and application documents can either be obtained from Suzanne Norman in the school office, or from the Isle of Wight Council's website: http://www.iwight.com/council/jobVacancies/jobs.asp

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 19:01:27 +0000 CLERICAL ASSISTANT BRIGHSTONE CE AIDED PRIMARY SCHOOL, New Road, Brighstone, Isle of Wight PO30 4BB Tel: 740285 E-mail: brighstonepri@lineone.net Web: www.brighstoneprimary.org.uk Headteacher: Miss Amanda Johnston Required from 5th November, or as soon as possible thereafter. Scale 2 – 25 hours per week, term time plus INSET Days, (8:15am-2:15pm) We are seeking a dedicated clerical assistant to join our friendly, hard working team. “The school is a cohesive community in which pupils work and play together harmoniously. Staff, pupils and the governing body are justifiably proud of their school.” (Ofsted 2012) A cheerful personality, professional disposition and ability to work under pressure in a busy environment are essential requirements. You will be a first point of contact for parents, visitors and members of the community in responding to queries and supporting the staff in the day-to-day running of the school. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a passion for outstanding customer service along with excellent communication, telephony and IT skills. Whilst not essential, school administrative, customer service experience and a knowledge of the SIMS system would be desirable. This council and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Brighstone CE Aided Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Further details and an application pack can be obtained from the Senior Administrator, Suzanne Norman. Completed applications should be returned to the school for the attention of the Headteacher by noon on the date given below. Closing date: 15th October 2012

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 12:07:36 +0000 Required as soon as possible and fixed term for one year until 31st August 2013, in the first instance. Level 2 Scale 3 Learning Support Assistant - 15 hours per week (5 hours per day: 8:25am – 11:25am, term time only) Do you have a passion for extending and enriching the learning experiences, progress and attainment of children? Then come and join our friendly, hard working team. “The school is a cohesive community in which pupils work and play together harmoniously. Staff, pupils and the governing body are justifiably proud of their school.” (Ofsted 2012) We require a committed and enthusiastic person to support a child in lower key stage 2 with their learning and social development, within the context of a mainstream classroom. The successful candidate may also be asked to work occasional hours during lunchtimes or the afternoons, as required. NVQ2 (or equivalent) minimum qualification. Experience of working in a learning support role is highly desirable. This council and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Brighstone CE Aided Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. A full application pack can be obtained from the school office, by telephone or email only. Job description etc can be downloaded below. Completed applications should be returned to the school for the attention of the Headteacher by noon on the date given below. Closing date: 3rd September 2012

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 14:07:00 +0000 The distinctiveness and effectiveness of Brighstone CE Aided Primary School as a Church of England school are OUTSTANDING! The school’s life is informed by the strong vision of the headteacher, where core Christian values lie at the heart of the ethos of the school. Relationships within the school community are exemplary and are characterised by Christian care, respect and concern. The school provides good opportunities for learners to develop personal qualities needed for moral, social, cultural and spiritual growth. To read the full report, please click on About and select Statutory Inspection on Anglican Schools

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 12:47:25 +0000 KS1 TEACHER AND LEADER FOR THE CURRICULUM AND NEW TECHNOLOGIES TLR 2a Headteacher: Miss Amanda Johnston Fixed term contract from 1st September 2012, for one year in the first instance. We are followers of Fish Philosophy. Would you like to come and swim in our school? Ofsted recently visited Brighstone and recognised that... The school is a cohesive community...pupils reach above average levels in reading and writing...staff, pupils and the governing body are justifiably proud of their school. We require an experienced KS1 practitioner, with a proven track record of improving standards and attaining high rates of progress for all children, to join our friendly, hard working team. You will also need to be ready for the challenge of Middle Leadership, as you become an integral part of our enthusiastic senior team. Your focus will be to continue to enhance our foundation subject curriculum, RE and use of new technologies. If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you. Visits to our thriving church school are welcomed. Please contact the school to arrange an appointment. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Further details and an application pack can be obtained from the school or downloaded below. Completed applications should be returned to the school for the attention of the Headteacher. Closing date: 27th April 2012 Interviews: 9th May 2012

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 15:17:00 +0000 We are currently seeking an additional MSA (Midday Supervisory Assistant) to join our team. Please see the attached job advert and description. Application packs can be obtained from the school office. Please return for the attention of the Headteacher by 5th April 2012. We look forward to hearing from you.

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 07:36:03 +0000 Please note that Ofsted will be inspecting this school on Tuesday 28th and Wednesday 29th February 2012.

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 16:54:06 +0000 Please see the attached regarding deadlines for admission appeals. Please contact the school or Diocese of Portsmouth if you require further details: Liz Hodson – 02392 899 658 liz.hodson@portsmouth.anglican.org

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:26:22 +0000 Brighstone in the news! Many thanks to the West Wight Rotary :) http://www.iwcp.co.uk/news/news/the-musical-sound-of-money-42679.aspx

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:54:19 +0000 http://www.iwight.com/council/jobVacancies/job_details.asp?VacancyId=7125 BRIGHSTONE CE AIDED PRIMARY SCHOOL, New Road, Brighstone PO30 4BB Tel: 740285 E-mail: brighstonepri@lineone.net Web: www.brighstoneprimary.org.uk Scale 1a £2,312.85 to £2,430.29 per annum Headteacher: Miss Amanda Johnston Hours: 8 per week (3:00-7:00pm Monday and Tuesday) Term time only, plus two weeks during the summer holidays This post involves general cleaning duties and the locking of the school. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Please contact the Senior Administrator Suzanne Norman on: 01983 740285 or brighstonepri@lineone.net for further details and an application pack. Completed applications should be returned to the school for the attention of the Headteacher. Vacancy Reference: CL0716 Closing Date: 05/01/2012 Interview Date: 11/01/2012

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 19:03:13 +0000 We are currently consulting on our admissions policy, which takes into consideration the governments new admissions code. Please see the attached document. If you have any comments that you would like to make with regards to the policy, please do so for the attention of the Headteacher by 6th January 2012.

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 14:38:00 +0000 We currently have a vacancy for: A Behaviour Support Assistant 1:1 - 26 hours per week If you are interested in this post, please use the contact facility on this website or telephone the school for further details and an application pack. Closing date is 10th November 2011. We look forward to hearing from you :)

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 18:03:00 +0000 School Bus Services - From September 2011 N/B: Taxi Services remain unchanged from last year For children who live in Shorwell: Please choose which bus service you would like your child to travel on (101 A/B) and write this on your weekly transport form. If no choice is given, children will be placed on whichever bus has available seats. SERVICE SPECIFICATION - 101A SCHOOL SERVED:BRIGHSTONE CE AIDED PRIMARY SCHOOL Route Morning Journey: Bowcombe Cottages, B3323 to Shorwell, Crown Inn, B3399 to Brook Triangle, Brook Village, Military Road (A3055), Grange Road, New Road, Brighstone Primary School. Afternoon Journey: Brighstone Primary School, B3399 to Brook Triangle, Brook Village, Military Road, Grange Road, New Road, B3399 to Shorwell Crown Inn, B3323 to Bowcombe Cottages. Timetable: Morning journey Bowcombe Cottages - 0750 Shorwell, Crown Inn - 0755 Hulverstone, Sun Inn - 0805 Brook, Ivy Cottage - 0807 Brighstone Holiday Centre - 0813 Brighstone CE (Aided) Primary - 0815 Afternoon journey Hulverstone, Sunn Inn - 1455 Brook, Ivy Cottage - 1457 Brighstone Holiday Centre - 1503 Shorwell, Crown Inn - 1510 Bowcombe Cottages - 1515 SERVICE SPECIFICATION - 101B SCHOOL SERVED:BRIGHSTONE CE AIDED PRIMARY SCHOOL Route Morning Journey: Shorwell Crown Inn, Farriers Way, Sandy Way via Kingston, Beckfield Cross, Emmett Hill, Town Lane, Chale Green Chale Street to Chale Church, Military Road (A3055), Grange Road, New Road, Brighstone Primary School. Afternoon Journey: Brighstone Primary School, B3399 to Shorwell Crown Inn, Shorwell Farriers Way, Sandy Way via Kingston, Beckfield Cross, Emmett Hill, Town Lane, Chale Green, Chale Street to Chale Church. Timetable: Morning journey Shorwell, Crown Inn - 0745 Shorwell, Fine Lane - 0748 Shorwell, Russell Road - 0750 Shorwell, Methodist Chapel - 0752 Bucks Farm - 0755 Chale Green - 0800 Chale Farm - 0803 Chale Church - 0805 Brighstone CE (Aided) Primary - 0815 Return journey Brighstone CE (Aided) Primary School - 1450 Shorwell, Crown Inn - 1455 Shorwell, Fine Lane - 1458 Shorwell, Russell Road - 1500 Shorwell, Methodist Chapel - 1502 Bucks Farm - 1505 Chale Green - 1510 Chale Farm - 1513 Chale Church - 1515

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 18:38:00 +0000 A letter from our Transport Officer... It is intended that the Home to School Transport Bus service arrangement that is currently in place for Brighstone Primary School will remain the same for the next academic year commencing September 2011. Parents/Guardians of students travelling by taxi will be notified of the taxi arrangements in August in advance of the new academic year. For the latest Home to School Transport information, Parents/Guardians of students currently attending or starting at Brighstone Primary School are advised to visit the Council School Transport webpage: www.iwight.com/schooltransport . The web page will be updated with the entire Home to School Bus service arrangements for the new academic year at the beginning August. For further information please contact the School Transport Team via email: transport.info@iow.gov.uk or by phone 01983 823780. On the first morning of the new academic year, only those students who are eligible for free Home to School transport will be permitted to travel on the school bus without a Scholars Term Ticket. Term tickets will need to be collected from the Reception/Student Services prior to the journey home that day. Brighstone Primary School will be issued with Term Tickets, timetables and students lists for contracted Home to School Bus services just prior to the first day of the academic year. Parents/Guardians of students who are not eligible to free Home to School Transport and would like to purchase a spare seat on a contracted Home to School bus should contact the Council call centre on 821000 or visit the Council School Transport webpage to complete an online application form for a Spare Seat Scholars Term Ticket. The School Transport Team will review all applications in mid August to ascertain if a spare seat can be allocated and those who have been allocated a spare seat will be contacted. The cost of a Spare Seat Scholars Term Ticket is calculated at a rate of one pound per day, payable for the full term or pro rata for the remaining days in a term in advance. May I also take this opportunity to draw to the attention of Parents/Guardians and students the School Transport Code of Good Practice which outlines the various ways in which everyone who is in some way involved in school transport can help to make it as safe as possible. The Code of Good Practice can also be viewed and downloaded from the Council School Transport webpage. Regards, Stewart Chandler, School Transport Officer, Highways and Transport Tel: 01983 823780

Sat, 16 Jul 2011 09:39:43 +0000 A letter from our Transport Officer... It is intended that the Home to School Transport Bus service arrangement that is currently in place for Brighstone Primary School will remain the same for the next academic year commencing September 2011. Parents/Guardians of students travelling by taxi will be notified of the taxi arrangements in August in advance of the new academic year. For the latest Home to School Transport information, Parents/Guardians of students currently attending or starting at Brighstone Primary School are advised to visit the Council School Transport webpage: www.iwight.com/schooltransport . The web page will be updated with the entire Home to School Bus service arrangements for the new academic year at the beginning August. For further information please contact the School Transport Team via email: transport.info@iow.gov.uk or by phone 01983 823780. On the first morning of the new academic year, only those students who are eligible for free Home to School transport will be permitted to travel on the school bus without a Scholars Term Ticket. Term tickets will need to be collected from the Reception/Student Services prior to the journey home that day. Brighstone Primary School will be issued with Term Tickets, timetables and students lists for contracted Home to School Bus services just prior to the first day of the academic year. Parents/Guardians of students who are not eligible to free Home to School Transport and would like to purchase a spare seat on a contracted Home to School bus should contact the Council call centre on 821000 or visit the Council School Transport webpage to complete an online application form for a Spare Seat Scholars Term Ticket. The School Transport Team will review all applications in mid August to ascertain if a spare seat can be allocated and those who have been allocated a spare seat will be contacted. The cost of a Spare Seat Scholars Term Ticket is calculated at a rate of £1 per day, payable for the full term or pro rata for the remaining days in a term in advance. May I also take this opportunity to draw to the attention of Parents/Guardians and students the School Transport Code of Good Practice which outlines the various ways in which everyone who is in some way involved in school transport can help to make it as safe as possible. The Code of Good Practice can also be viewed and downloaded from the Council School Transport webpage.” Regards, Stewart Chandler, School Transport Officer, Highways and Transport Tel: 01983 823780

Sat, 16 Jul 2011 09:38:45 +0000 After several years of hard work, the Eco Schools Council have attained the Green Flag for Brighstone Primary School! The award is assessed by Keep Britain Tidy and has involved the children in everything from reducing energy usage to designing areas of the school grounds. Further details of the flag presentation to follow...

Sun, 24 Apr 2011 17:35:14 +0000 We require an outstanding class teacher (who will also have responsibility for leading numeracy)from September 2011. Please see the attached advert, job description and person specification for more details. We look forward to hearing from you!

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 20:19:49 +0000 <DIV ALIGN=CENTER><B>WHY NOT TRY YOUR HAND ON THE VLE??</B></DIV> Each pupil has now been given access to their own webpage as part of Brighstone's own Virtual Learning Environment. Work on their individual pages is coming along nicely! Your child is also able to access their page from home and add content, if they wish to do so. <div align=center>Click here to visit <a href="http://www.school-portal.co.uk/GroupHomepage.asp?GroupID=696712"> Brighstone's VLE</a></div> <i>Pupils need to log in to the site with their unique username and password, remembering not to remove the 'BRIGH_' from the username box.</i> Once logged in, their homepage can be accessed by clicking on the link on the right hand side of the screen, at the top of the menu. Access to <b>Purple Mash (2Simple)</b> can be gained by clicking on the link at the <i>bottom of the menu</i>. <b>NB. Pupils must be logged into the VLE to access this service.</b>

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 15:00:00 +0000 <b><i>Hello! We are 12 children from Years 3, 4 and 5. Each Wednesday, we are heading into Brighstone Forest with our Headteacher Miss Johnston and helper Jan, to take part in Forest Schools. We are alo being helped by Kathy and Chris from the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust. We are having a lot of fun and want to share it with you, so some of us will be writing a blog of things that we have done each week. We hope that you enjoy it!</i></b> 13th October 2010 First we put in our danger flags. We didn't have to put in our boundary folags today, because the adults had arrived earlier and done this for us whilst they were setting up. We collected up dry twigs for tinder and elderberry fluff for the fire. We then played a game. There were 20 sock snakes and 7 frogs and we had to try and collect them all. We also looked at our dens and ours had changed completely. James and Ben said that they had come up to the Forest at the weekend. We found a secret place for bracken and ferns. We toasted bread rolls over the open fire and were allowed to eat them in our dens. It was quite crowded but we just about managed it. We began to make a den book and then it was time to go. By Joshua <i>Today we made our bread. We also had a game to play with 7 frogs and 20 sock snakes and carried on with our dens. We toasted our rolls on the open fire and then made our den books. This was my favourite part. We didn't think that Chris and Kathy were going to turn up today, but they did in the end. By Sam</i> When we went to Forest Schools this week, we finished our dens and toasted our bread. I also made a secret weapon to stop other groups from entering our dens. By Joel <i>We went into the forest and made our dens better. We also got to eat our strawberries on toast and it was very, very good. We had to find frogs and snakes as well. Next week we will have the best ever time at Forest Schools. By Jack</i> Up in Brighstone Forest, Jack, Charlie and myself, made a camp and toasted a piece of bread. It was good and warming. In the beginning, we got changed into our clothes and got going. When we got to the forest we had to wait for a long time until Chris and Kathy could come down and open the gate. After that the mini-bus took us up to our camp. We lit the fire and that was a good feeling. We played a game called snakes. It was good fun doing our camp today. At the end, we said goodbye to Chris and Kathy. By James <i>First we played a game of frogs and snakes. We had to find wooden frogs and sock snakes. I found three socks. Then I made my own fire. I picked my own things. Next, we worked on our dens. First I took off the bracken and then I put on new bracken. Finally I toasted some bread with my toasting fork. By Charile</i> Today we used our toasting forks to toast our bread over the fire. I enjoyed doing some more work on my den. By Harry <i>First we went to collect some thistledown for the fire. We also put leaves on our dens. We played a game of frogs and snakes. We used our toasting forks to make some toast which we cooked over the fire. By Jacob</i> We went to get some fire wood first, becuase we didn't know where Chris and Kathy were. We played frog and snake hunt. We had to look for frogs and snakes but they were really stuffed socks and painted cardboard. We toasted some toast and then ate it. Kathy liked the look of mine the best. Chris saved us because he unlocked the gate. Marion didn't have the key and we were about to come back to school! By Thomas <i>First we got some thistledown for the fire. We put lots of leaves on our dens today. Next we went on a frog and snake hunt. Then we made some toast over the fire. We went to get some more fire wood before we went back to school. I stunk of fire! By William,</i> First we got changed into our waterproof trousers and tops and then we got on the mini-bus. However, when we got there, Chris and Kathy were already in the forest, but we thought they were not! Then Marion came up and we got into the forest. Next, we went to our dens. Kathy gave our group 2 glow sticks. This was the best part - with our toasting forks, we got to turn bread into toast and then played a cool game where you had to collect snakes and frogs. The snakes weren't real! Around our dens we found some sweet chestnuts. If you put them on your carpets, they keep the spiders away! Then we got back to school. By Joe Today we first played a game when we had to find 20 snakes and 7 frogs that were hidden on the forest floor. Then we made our den book, where we described what we could see, hear and smell in our dens. Last of all, we toasted the bread over the open fire using our toasting forks. Then we ate the toast in our dens. By Ben. <b>For more photos, please look in our gallery under 'Forest Schools'. More blogs to follow...</b>

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 12:39:00 +0000 The children, parents and staff at Brighstone Primary are in a celebratory mood after being nominated for an incredible four National Teaching Awards. The National Teaching Awards is now in its twelfth year and is an annual celebration of teaching and learning. It provides a unique opportunity for everyone to say a special ‘Thank You’ to the inspirational and dedicated people working in schools. Mrs Susan Pugh, (Senior Teacher), received her nomination for the ‘Next Generation Learning Award’, with proposers citing the innovative use of technology to engage and inspire all learners. Whilst Early Years Leader, Miss Kirsti Capelin, was nominated in the ‘Teacher of the Year’ category, for her dedicated support and care to children and their families whilst in the Foundation Stage. Headteacher Amanda Johnston, is about to complete her first year of Headship at Brighstone and was both surprised and overwhelmed to receive nominations for ‘Primary Headteacher of the Year’. “It is an absolute pleasure to be the Headteacher of such a wonderful school and I am thrilled that the outstanding learning opportunities and care that the staff work so hard here to provide, has been recognised by the wider community in this way. We are most proud of our nominations for ‘Outstanding School Team of the Year’, as this category truly reflects how well the entire school community works together, including children, parents, staff, governors and members of the community. I am fortunate enough to have been given sight of the nominations and was amazed at the passion people openly shared for the staff at Brighstone School. With the successful expansion and the retention of our Year 4 pupils as Year 5’s in September, the school will have nearly doubled in size in little over a year. We are all excited about the opportunities that we will hope to provide for the families and community that we serve in the future.” Unfortunately Brighstone’s nominations did not reach the grand final, however the nominee’s certificates of recognition, were presented by Mr Duncan Mills, Commissioner for Early Years and Primary Education, during the weekly ‘Golden Assembly’, to which parents and members of the community are always welcome.

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:34:48 +0000 Due to the popularity, excellence and rapid expansion of our school, we require some additional staff to join our team! We require a Lunchtime Leader and Administrative Support Officer from 1st September 2010. Could either (or both!) of these people be you? If so, please read the advertisements and job descriptions and we look forward to hearing from you! Closing date for both posts is the 18th June. Miss Johnston - Headteacher 30th May 2010

Sun, 30 May 2010 12:07:49 +0000 Are you seeking childcare during the summer break? Do you have a child aged 3-10 years? Then why not use FAB (Fun At Brighstone) Club at Brighstone School. With a fun programme of events planned, we'd love to see your child there. Open to children who do not attend Brighstone School as well as those that do! Please complete the attached booking form and return it to the school office. Alternatively contact the FAB Leader, Amanda Dove, for further details. We look forward to seeing your child there!

Sun, 16 May 2010 14:18:24 +0000 Apologies, but due to lack of interest, the BSA have had to cancel Brighstoe's Got Talent this Saturday evening (24th April). Thank you to those people who did apply to take part. We are sorry to disappoint you. There will be more BSA events in the summer term.

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 06:45:52 +0000 Despite the soggy weather, I have had a wonderful day! Today myself, Mrs Norman and 3 members of the Eco Schools Council, visited Isle of Wight Radio. We recorded a 2 hour show during which the children chose the songs and dedicated them to classes and staff and also selected the subjects that they talked about. We had great fun and there was lots of giggling, ('Girl Power!') so I hope that the editing is good! It was Heather McCallum's birthday and we had a super guided tour from Hedley and Michael Coombes! The show should go out during the afternoon of the 25th April - further details to follow... More pictures available in the gallery.

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 19:08:30 +0000 Due to our expansion and enlargement to accommodate Years 5 and 6, from September 2010 we require a Deputy Headteacher! This is a new post. ______________________________________________________ Our children say: “Brighstone is a small school where big things happen!” They’re right! It is an exciting time for education on the Isle of Wight, with confirmed re-structuring to a two tier system. As a popular church school, Brighstone will expand and enlarge to retain Year 5 pupils in September 2010 and Year 6 pupils in 2011. We are a successful school with aspirations of becoming outstanding and have created a new position for a deputy who is willing to seize this challenge and the opportunity to work with a committed team. The Governing Body are seeking a candidate who: • Is an outstanding classroom practitioner with a passion and thirst for learning to enhance and enrich our provision • Can provide strategic thinking to build upon current achievements and achieve impact • Has a proven track record in raising standards and securing progress by providing exceptional learning opportunities • Demonstrates excellent leadership, management and communication skills and is consistently ‘child centred’ Our School Council are looking for: “A person who is kind, like our Headteacher, organised, has time to listen and a sense of humour” Does this sound like you? If so, we’d all love to hear from you! We can offer: • Children who love to learn! • Curriculum innovation and integrated technology • A lively, vibrant, creative school at the heart of the community • A supportive, caring and happy place to work Due to the time constraints involved in the recruitment for this post, please e-mail the school for the attention of Mrs Suzanne Norman, Office Administrator, who will send you details of the post electronically. Please contact the school if you would like to make a visit or have an informal discussion with the Headteacher Miss Johnston. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Age Range: 4 to 9 years currently (extending to 11 years in 2011) NOR: 96 Salary: ISR L1-5 (until August 2011) L2-6 (September 2011 onwards) Contract Type: Full time Contract Term: Permanent Closing Date: Noon on 23rd March 2010 Interviews: 31st March and 1st April 2010

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:27:25 +0000 Have a look in the 'Weekender' section of the 5th March edition of the County Press to see what we've been up to in our Waste Watchers topic.

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:18:49 +0000 A huge well done to the 9 Year 2 children who participated in the Cluster Gymnastics Festival at Christ the King College on 12th February. They were a real credit to the school in demonstrating vaulting, body management and floor skills. Well done! See the 'Gallery' for more photos. Movie to follow...

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 16:03:00 +0000 We really know how to banish those winter blues at Brighstone! Mums, dads, children (and the headteacher!) spent a very enjoyable Saturday afternoon learning how to skateboard, hula-hoop, relax with yoga and fix our bikes when we're out cycling. All those who took part thoroughly enjoyed the event and we will be holding follow-up session soon! View our pictures in the gallery - can you spot the headteacher who's not very good at hula hooping?

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 20:17:40 +0000 Log in to the gallery to see what we've been up to! 25th-29th January 2010. A variety of exciting events await for children and parents! Look at the 'Calendar' on the website for further details.

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 21:40:00 +0000 Due to poor road and pavement conditions in Brighstone, Shorwell and the West Wight (and Miss Johnston still being without her abandoned car!) the school will be closed TOMORROW, FRIDAY 8TH JANUARY 2010. Conditions will be monitored carefully over the weekend to make a decision about the safety and practicality of opening the school on Monday. 'Snowed in' edition of the Buzz available on the 'Brighstone Buzz' section of the school website for details of the dinner menu etc for next week. Kind Regards, Miss Johnston :)

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 17:21:13 +0000 Due to the adverse weather conditions, the school will be closed tomorrow, Thursday 7th January 2010. Miss Johnston

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 18:42:00 +0000 School will be closed today as there are no Southern Vectis or Wightbus Services and roads around Newport and Brighstone are currently impassable due to the snow. Miss Johnston Headteacher

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 06:23:56 +0000 Members of Brighstone Primary School's Eco-Schools Council were given the chance to put their questions to two senior councillors. Leader David Pugh and Cllr Peter Bingham - who is responsible for Resources and is also the school's local ward member - answered a number of questions from the panel at a special meeting which was arranged after the pupils wrote to Cllr Pugh asking to come to County Hall. There was a wide variety of questions to the councillors, including asking for tips on how to control noisy meetings and how many rooms are at County Hall, to how the council decides how to spend taxpayers money and what would happen in Brighstone when the school's reorganisation takes place. The children, who were accompanied by headteacher Amanda Johnston, were also given a tour of County Hall and were shown the council chamber. Following the visit, Amanda said ""The children thoroughly enjoyed their visit, particularly the opportunity to view the council chamber and use the gavel! "It provided them with an understanding of how their decision making processes compliment those of the Isle of Wight Council in addition to the ways in which they can support my role of headteacher, in continuing to take the school forward. "The children have invited Cllr Pugh to their January meeting, where I'm sure he will be grilled even further! The children at Brighstone are extremely reflective and are passionate about improving the school and local community and we are delighted that Cllrs Pugh and Bingham are supporting the children and school in this way." Leader David Pugh said "It was very enjoyable meeting the children from the Eco-Schools Council from Brighstone Primary School. "They had a wide range of questions and were very interested in the role the Isle of Wight Council plays on the Island and the job I and my colleagues do, as well as the way the council runs on a daily basis. "I am sure they'll use many of the tips they picked up when holding their own Eco-Schools meetings in future and I look forward to visiting the school in January" And we've made it into the National news: http://www.eco-schools.org.uk/news/index.aspx?ID=95 Also see: http://ventnorblog.com/2009/12/16/brighstone-primary-pupils-quiz-council-leader/ http://www.islandpulse.co.uk/b2/eco-students-grill-senior-councillors/

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 19:06:00 +0000 We were delighted to be featured in this week's 'Village Talk' in the County Press. We were presenting the Parkinson's Society with a cheque from the monies raised through 'Pedal for Parkinsons'. Well done to all!

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 21:35:30 +0000 We are working towards Green Flag status! Look out for our atricle in the 'Weekender' section of the County Press this week! http://www.iwcp.co.uk/news/news/cleaning-up-in-bid-for-flag-29769.aspx

We are working towards Green Flag status! Look out for our atricle in the 'Weekender' section of the County Press this week!

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:18:00 +0000 Fun at Brighstone (FAB Club) FAB Club supports Brighstone Primary School and the local community in providing extended day care for children aged 3-10 years. This includes an after school and holiday club. We are looking for an enthusiastic club assistant to join our dedicated team as soon as possible. Hours: 9 per week 2.30-5.30 Monday – Friday (Term time only). There is also the opportunity of some school holiday work 8.30 – 5.00 for a suitable and interested applicant. Previous experience of working within a childcare setting and NVQ 2 or 3 is desirable. A willingness to undertake further training is essential. Offer of appointment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check. For further information and an application pack, please contact FAB Club c/o Brighstone Primary School on 01983 740285 or brighstonepri@lineone.net. Closing date: Monday 9th November 2009.

Would you like to come and work at a 'FAB' place?

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:50:57 +0000 View our stop-motion work. Movies created by pupils: http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=C34BEFE3E1D6B303

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:31:17 +0000 Please visit the links below and click on 'Book Week 2009' to view photos and a report from our Book Week activities: "Bring Books to Life Article":http://www.iwcp.co.uk/news/news/bringing-books-to-life-29209.aspx "Isle of Wight County Press Gallery":http://www.iwcpgallery.co.uk/

The County Press website has a section on 'Book Week 2009' where you can view photos and a report from our Book Week activities.

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:34:00 +0000 30th September 2009 h3. Year 4 Parental Consultation Evenings Dear Parents, We would like to invite you to meet your child’s class teacher for an autumn term consultation. During this meeting, there will be an opportunity to discuss your child’s academic, personal and social development in school this term. Your child’s class teacher will be offering consultation appointments on: 24th November Would you please complete the response slip to indicate your day and time preferences for appointments by 6th November. We will try to accommodate your needs as far as possible and will let you know the precise details of your appointment as soon as possible. I look forward to seeing you. Kind Regards, <b>Amanda Johnston</b> Headteacher -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- h3. Year 4 Parent Consultation Evening Tuesday 24th November Preferred time slot: (please circle) 3-4pm 4-5pm 5-6pm 6-7pm Parent of: _____________________________________ I also have a child/ren ________________________ in _____________________ class Signed: ______________________________--

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:44:00 +0000 30th September 2009 h3. Year 3 Parental Consultation Evenings Dear Parents, We would like to invite you to meet your child’s class teacher for an autumn term consultation. During this meeting, there will be an opportunity to discuss your child’s academic, personal and social development in school this term. Your child’s class teacher will be offering consultation appointments on: 25th November Would you please complete the response slip to indicate your day and time preferences for appointments by 6th November. We will try to accommodate your needs as far as possible and will let you know the precise details of your appointment as soon as possible. I look forward to seeing you. Kind Regards, <b>Amanda Johnston</b> Headteacher -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- h3. Year 3 Parent Consultation Evening Wednesday 25th November Preferred time slot: (please circle) 3-4pm 4-5pm 5-6pm Parent of: _____________________________________ I also have a child/ren ________________________ in _____________________ class Signed: ___________________________

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:43:00 +0000 30th September 2009 h3. Year 2 Parental Consultation Evenings Dear Parents, We would like to invite you to meet your child’s class teacher for an autumn term consultation. During this meeting, there will be an opportunity to discuss your child’s academic, personal and social development in school this term. Your child’s class teacher will be offering consultation appointments on: 24th November Would you please complete the response slip to indicate your day and time preferences for appointments by 6th November. We will try to accommodate your needs as far as possible and will let you know the precise details of your appointment as soon as possible. I look forward to seeing you. Kind Regards, <b>Amanda Johnston</b> Headteacher -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- h3. Year 2 Parent Consultation Evening Tuesday 24th November Preferred time slot: (please circle) 3-4pm 4-5pm 5-6pm Parent of: _____________________________________ I also have a child/ren ________________________ in _____________________ class Signed: ___________________________

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:42:00 +0000 30th September 2009 h3. Year 1 Parental Consultation Evenings Dear Parents, We would like to invite you to meet your child’s class teacher for an autumn term consultation. During this meeting, there will be an opportunity to discuss your child’s academic, personal and social development in school this term. Your child’s class teacher will be offering consultation appointments on: 24th and 25th November Would you please complete the response slip to indicate your day and time preferences for appointments by 6th November. We will try to accommodate your needs as far as possible and will let you know the precise details of your appointment as soon as possible. I look forward to seeing you. Kind Regards, <b>Amanda Johnston</b> Headteacher -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- h3. Year 1 Parent Consultation Evening Tuesday 24th November OR Wednesday 25th November Preferred time slot: (please circle) Preferred time slot: (please circle) 3-4pm 3-4pm 4-5pm 4-5pm Parent of: _____________________________________ I also have a child/ren ________________________ in _____________________ class Signed: __________________________

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:41:00 +0000 30th September 2009 h3. Reception Parental Consultation Evenings Dear Parents, We would like to invite you to meet your child’s class teacher for an autumn term consultation. During this meeting, there will be an opportunity to discuss your child’s academic, personal and social development in school this term. Your child’s class teacher will be offering consultation appointments on: 24th and 25th November Would you please complete the response slip to indicate your day and time preferences for appointments by 6th November. We will try to accommodate your needs as far as possible and will let you know the precise details of your appointment as soon as possible. I look forward to seeing you. Kind Regards, <b>Amanda Johnston</b> Headteacher -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Reception Parent Consultation Evening Tuesday 24th November OR Wednesday 25th November Preferred time slot: (please circle) Preferred time slot: (please circle) 3-4pm 3-4pm 4-5pm 4-5pm Parent of: _____________________________________ I also have a child/ren ________________________ in _____________________ class Signed: ______________________________--

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:41:00 +0000 1st October 2009 Dear Parents/guardians, Our topic in Lions and Tigers next half-term will be based around Tudor history. As well as an exciting trip to the Mary Rose Dockyards in Portsmouth, we have arranged for King Hal (UK's number one Henry VIII look-a-like and re-enactor) to visit the school and having seen him and heard the feedback from the children at my previous school, he really has the knack of bringing the era to life. You can learn more about him on his website at http://goodkinghal.ebiz-design.co.uk/index.html . He will be visiting the school on: Tuesday 3rd November 2009 The school will be subsidising his visit, so are asking parents for a contribution of &pound;3.00 towards the cost of this wonderfully interactive day. Alongside the cost for the Mary Rose, the total cost of the two events is &pound;16.00. Although an expensive amount, I can guarantee that both events will be memorable, and the children will gain a huge amount of learning from them. We are happy to take payments in instalments if parents wish. Yours sincerely, <b>Amanda Johnston</b> Headteacher

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:39:00 +0000 1st October 2009 Dear Parents/guardians, Our topic in Lions and Tigers next half-term will be based around Tudor history. As I’m sure you are aware, there is a wealth of Tudor history at the ‘Historic Dockyards’ in Portsmouth. We would like to take the children to visit the Mary Rose, associated exhibits and to participate in workshops to learn more about the Tudor way of life. We feel that this will be an extremely valuable experience for all of the children, which will enhance and consolidate their learning. This visit will be on: Tuesday 1st December 2009 We will be travelling to Ryde Esplanade by coach, leaving the school at 9:30am (please arrive at school at the usual time) and will return to school at approximately 5:15pm. We will need additional parental helpers for the trip, so please let your child’s class teacher know if you will be available as soon as possible, in order to complete the risk assessment for the visit. The cost for this trip will be £13. We appreciate this can be an expensive time of year for parents, so please feel free to pay in instalments of any amount, until the final date of 27th November. We would be grateful if you could complete and return the permission slip below by the 13th November The contribution of £13 (or instalments of any denomination) should be sent into school in an envelope marked “Lions and Tigers Mary Rose Trip”, along with your child’s name and the amount of payment being made before the 27th November. Many thanks, Amanda Johnston Headteacher  -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mary Rose Trip – 1st December I give my permission for my child to participate in the trip to the Mary Rose. I enclose £13 payment/part payment of ___________ (please complete) Child’s Name: _________________________________ Class: ____________________________ Signed: ________________________________

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:37:00 +0000 5th October 2009 Dear Parents, The Isle of Wight Council’s move towards a two-tier education system has taken a major step forward. The authority has approved all the statutory notices that were widely advertised and set out how each Island school would fit in with the proposals. The only change to the notices is that Chale Primary has been given a further two months to present viable proposals for a federation with another school or schools. If it fails to do so, then the school will close as per the notices. The council has also agreed preferred bidders to run six new schools created under the re-organisation – five secondary schools based around the existing highs and the new East Cowes primary school. The decisions were taken by the Full Council on Wednesday last week during a six-hour meeting and then ratified by cabinet last Thursday. Further details can be found by visiting: http://www.iwight.com/council/committees/cabinet/1-10-09/minutes.pdf For Brighstone Primary, this means that we will enlarge and extend to take children in Years 5 and 6. Therefore our current Year 4 children, will be the first to remain at Brighstone until the end of Year 6. As soon as myself and the Governing Body are in possession of any further details as to how this process of change will take place at Brighstone, we will of course inform you. There will be minimal disruption and both the academic and emotional needs of your children will be at the forefront of all decisions made by the school during this period of change. Yours sincerely, Amanda Johnston Headteacher

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 07:16:00 +0000 29th September 2009 Curriculum Evening – Wednesday 4th November 6:15pm Dear Parents, I am delighted to be able to invite you to an interactive and informative evening for parents, exploring different aspects of the primary curriculum. This will be held at the school on Wednesday 4th November, in response to parental feedback gained via the questionnaires. We will be offering each parent the choice of 6 workshops and you can select up to 3 to attend. The programme for the evening will be as follows: 6:15-6:30pm – Welcome and introduction from the Headteacher 6:30-6:55pm – Workshop 1 7:00-7:25pm – Workshop 2 7:30-7:55pm – Workshop 3 8:00pm – Finish List of workshops available: A - Understanding how pupils are assessed at Brighstone Primary B - The Early Years Curriculum for Reception pupils C - Phonics and how we teach reading D - How parents can support children in their learning at home E - The 21st Century curriculum at Brighstone Primary (for Year 1 upwards) F - Read, Write Inc (reading and writing intervention programme) for children who require additional support We hope that these workshops will offer parents support and a taster of the learning that the children at Brighstone experience each day. You will notice that we have not offered any mathematics workshops. As this area is so broad, we feel that it requires a separate session, which we hope to hold early in the Spring term. If you would like to attend 1, 2 or 3 of the available workshops, please complete the form below and return it to the school by the 12th October. Enter the code of the workshop that you would like to attend (e.g. A, B) alongside the time slot that would be most suitable. Dependent upon numbers received, we may kindly ask some parents to change the time of their workshop. We have enclosed 2 forms per child, should more than one parent wish to attend. I look forward to seeing you there! Kind Regards, Amanda Johnston Headteacher ________________________________________________________________________________________ Curriculum Evening – 4th November 2009 Name: ___________________ Parent of _____________________________ In class _______________________________ Would like to attend: Workshop 1 (6:30-6:55pm) ________________________ Workshop 2 (7:00-7:25pm)________________________ Workshop 3 (7:30-7:55pm)_________________________

I am delighted to be able to invite you to an interactive and informative evening for parents, exploring different aspects of the primary curriculum. This will be held at the school on Wednesday 4th November from 6:15pm.

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:05:00 +0000 3rd September 2009 Dear Parents, I am writing to thank you for all for my warm welcome to your school. I am very proud to be the new headteacher of Brighstone Primary School and feel that I have the best job in the world, that of seeing children develop into wonderful young people who can make their way confidently, happily and successfully in the world. At the beginning of this new school year, I would like to take the opportunity to recognise the achievements of Linda Cahill. She had a great vision for developing Brighstone from a small village school, to a popular, innovative school with a renowned reputation and many accolades. She is a motivational, energetic character who inspired her staff and pupils. The whole team at Brighstone Primary are committed to sustaining and developing the school ethos, culture and values that make us Brighstone Primary. I believe that our children deserve the best and have the ability to go even further. We have an excellent group of staff and a fabulous environment which is evolving all the time. Brighstone Primary pupils have real thirst for learning and refuse to accept anything that is second best. We will continually strive for excellence and give all children the confidence to achieve their true potential. When I first came to the school I found an amazing spirit where people really cared for each other and this mutual support is something that I am passionate about. Children cannot achieve amazing results without the support of the staff, their peers and you as parents. If we all work together I believe that everyone can achieve more than they ever dreamed. I look forward to working alongside you as parents and if there any problems that do arise, please come and tell us so that we can solve them together. I expect children to work hard but also to enjoy their time with us. By the time they leave Brighstone, we wish for them to be enthusiastic, independent learners equipped to continue their learning journey. Your children are a real credit to the school and will continue, through pupil voice, to have a role in developing the school culture further. With reorganisation upon us, this will be a challenging but exciting year and I look forward to sharing each step along the learning journey with you. Best regards, Amanda Johnston

New Headteacher - Miss Amanda Johnston BA Ed Hons NPQH

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 20:18:00 +0000