PRIMARY INFORMATION HUB
Starting a new school is exciting, though we fully appreciate that it can be bring with it some apprehension for children and parents. So many questions….
To help, we have put together a handy one-stop online “Primary Information Hub” for new parents. Here you will find confirmation of the details that we need from you, plus handy links to information that we hope you will find helpful.
Don’t forget that we will need all of the information added and confirmed by you by the date shown to allow your child to start school at Bede Academy.
INFORMATION THAT WE NEED FROM YOU:
Please complete by: Friday 11th July.
STUDENT DATA COLLECTION FORM
This includes all of the information that we need to securely hold on file for you and your child. As well as completing this, we need you to remember to contact us if any of these details change.
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CHILDREN JOINING NURSERY
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CHILDREN JOINING RECEPTION
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CHILDREN JOINING
YEAR 1-6
HOME SCHOOL AGREEMENT
The nature of Primary education is one of partnership. The Home School Agreement is drawn-up for parents, students and the Academy so that all can make a commitment to seek success in this very important phase of each student’s life.
HOME SCHOOL AGREEMENT
PRIVACY NOTICE FOR STUDENTS (GDPR)
Confirmation of our combined GDPR responsibilities
PRIVACY NOTICE FOR STUDENTS (GPDR)
ACCEPTABLETABLE INTERNET & ICT USAGE POLICY
Confirmation of our combined responsibilities for the use of internet and computer equipment at the school.
ACCEPTABLE INTERNET & ICT USAGE POLICY
USEFUL INFORMATION:
UNIFORM POLICY & STYLE GUIDES
Along with our uniform policy which covers everything from footwear to acceptable hairstyles, we have also published some easy-to-understand “Style Guides” which illustrate the uniform requirements for each year group from Nursery through to Year Six.
BEDE ACADEMY UNIFORM
PURCHASING SCHOOL UNIFORM
EAS Schoolwear is the online, not-for-profit retail arm of the Emmanuel Schools Foundation. They supply all of the uniform items that your child will need for Bede Academy right through the year – either via free collection at our reception desk once your child joins the school, or via home delivery (charge applies). Some items are compulsory and some are optional. Plain items can also be purchased from a wide range of retail outlets. There are also routes for purchasing pre-worn uniform. Don’t forget that the summer is a very busy time to purchase uniform. It is essential to ensure that you place your order before 31st July to ensure delivery in time for the start of term.
EAS SCHOOLWEAR
TERM & HOLIDAY DATES
TERM TIMES & HOLIDAYS
EARLY YEARS PUPIL PREMIUM
Pupil Premium is more than just free school meals. It provides the Academy with a crucial £1,320 of additional funding for each eligible student. Eligible families are usually in receipt of working tax credits or other benefits. Please do consider applying, even if your child is an infant already receiving free school meals or if you have no intention of taking-up free school meals. The application process is straightforward and will help the school enormously. Thank you.
EARLY YEARS PUPIL PREMIUM
WRAPAROUND & AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS
We have recently introduced new Sunrise (Breakfast) and Sunset (Evening) Clubs which are extremely popular with children. We also offer a comprehensive range of after-school clubs for children in years 1-6. All combined, these represent a Wraparound service that is open onsite every day during term-time from 7.45am-5.45pm. Clubs are bookable in advance using the “Evolve” booking system which is available 24/7 and easy to use.
WRAPAROUND & AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS
LUNCHES & PAYMENT (PARENTPAY)
Lunches are free for children in Reception to Year Two and available to older years with a small payment too (we use Parentpay for school lunch payments). Our experienced catering team regularly update menus.
PARENTPAY
REPORTING ABSENCES
It is important that you contact us on 01670 545111 (option 1) before 8:30am if your child is unable to attend school or a planned activity/club.
30 HOURS FREE FUNDING - NURSERY
From Monday 12th May 2025 working parents of children aged nine months and older can apply for the 30 hours of free childcare per week starting from September 1 2025, which will continue until the child reaches school age.
MORE INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND HERE
DISABILITY LIVING ALLOWANCE (3-4 YEAR OLD CHILDREN)
Three- and four-year old children who are in receipt of child Disability Living Allowance and are receiving the free entitlement are eligible for the Disability Access Fund (DAF). DAF is paid to the child’s early years setting as a fixed annual rate of £615 per eligible child.