About Send Church of England First School

Send Church of England First school is co-educational, offering early years education
up to seven years of age. The school is situated in Send Village, surrounded by playing fields and recreation areas creating a peaceful atmosphere for the teaching and education of young children.

ST MARY'S CHURCH, SEND

We enjoy links with our local church and the Diocese of Guildford.

Our pupils come from within Send and the surrounding area.

The school offers a learning environment with bright, modern facitlites.

A Nursery is on site with its own large play area.

At Send Church of England First School we provide a close link between home and school that involves parents in their children's learning and the life of the school.

Our school is a happy, caring, stimulating and organised place of learning where each child is regarded as an individual.

We promote a love of learning and achievement, a sense of fun and enjoyment and give our pupils a background in which they are happy and confident. In this learning environment they develop qualities of self-discipline, consideration for others and a respect for property.

We encourage awareness of the world around them and a sensitivity to the local environment and community. The children develop their physical skills and share knowledge, standards and values within our Christian ethos.

We aim to challenge and support all children to enable them to achieve their full potential and genuinely support children who may meet an aspect of learning difficulty in their early years. Their education is planned to meet the full requirements of the National Curriculum.

THE CURRICULUM

The curriculum of the school is designed to meet the requirements of the National Curriculum Literacy and Numeracy strategies.

We help the children to develop lively and enquiring minds, the ability to question and apply themselves to tasks and physical skills.

The Five Core Subjects

English, Mathematics, Science, Information Technology, Religious Education

Foundation Subjects

Design Technology, History, Physical Education, Art, Geography, Music

Personal and Social Education

Our school is equipped with modern resources for early years education.

We have excellent Physical Education facilites in a modern hall with a gymnasium and a large sports field, providinga balanced programme of activities.

Musical opportunities include hymn singing, the 'birthday band' and recorder playing. Every year the children participate in the Christmas Concert for parents and the community which is supported by a percussion group.

Environmental Links

We have a large established environmental area. New trees are planted by the children in the school grounds.

Community Links

We have a long tradition of close links with nearby playgroups, other local schools and churches, senior citizens and commercial companies in the area.

Educational Visits

We have a varied programme linked with the themes studied in school.

Parent Teacher Association

All parents and staff are members. Activies are organised by an elected committee.

Events include jumble sales, discos, cake sales, and the annual summer fete.

School equipment is greatly supported by Parent Teacher Association donations.