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Meet Our Team Passionate Educators Ian Sterling Headteacher & DDSL Nicola Broadhead Deputy Head / Year 5 Elizabeth Butler DSL & Head of Pastoral care Liz Jones SENCO / Upper KS1 Laura Campbell Year 6 Kayleigh Naylor Year 4 Helene Burrell Head EYFS . Reception Jade Edwards Year 1&2 Ryan Yard Music Alison Bowers TA Helen Billinghurst PE Kate Roberts-Brookes Year 1&2 Emily Barker Year 3 Clare Potter 11+ Kim Platford Year 5 Frankie Huffa-King Nursery Manager Tara Clark Deputy Nursery Manager Thomas Miles Nursery Room Leader Emily Gannon Nursery Room Leader Mandy Davies Nursery Helen Barker Nursery Rebecca Bennett Nursery Sophie Henry Nursery Charli Hadley Nursery Kerry Hall Nursery Connie Peate Nursery Sirena Murray Nursery Amanda Hughes Nursery Kirsty Naidoo Nursery Zoe Podmore Nursery . . Ellie Gibson Nursery Libby Whitehouse Nursery Danielle Dixon Head's PA / Admin Georgina Lake Head's PA / Admin Denise Busby Cleaner Colin Browne Music Bertie Webb Music Naomi Newman Music Carol Molin Lamda Louise Hill Swimming Kev Hughes Grounds & Maintenance Nick Lewis Chef . . . . . . . .

NURSERY PRACTITIONER - Part Time Salary: From £13,645 - £19,760 FTE per annum dependant on age and experience CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS : Ongoing START DATE: September 2022 – Subject to all regulatory checks INTERVIEWS: Ongoing HOURS OF WORK: Flexible Are you a hard-working, dedicated Nursery Nurse looking for your next opportunity and challenge? Would you relish the chance to be part of a forward-thinking and innovative team? We are looking to appoint an outstanding practitioner with successful experience who is committed to achieving high standards and to share in our vision of excellence for all. As an outstanding school we are looking for candidates who can help Castle House Nursery and Pre-School on its journey to being world class. < Back Part Time Nursery Practitioner Castle House School, Chetwynd End, Newport TF10 7JE, UK About the Role NURSERY PRACTITIONER - Part Time Salary: From £13,645 - £19,760 FTE per annum dependant on age and experience CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS : Ongoing START DATE: September 2022 – Subject to all regulatory checks INTERVIEWS: Ongoing HOURS OF WORK: Flexible Are you a hard-working, dedicated Nursery Nurse looking for your next opportunity and challenge? Would you relish the chance to be part of a forward-thinking and innovative team? We are looking to appoint an outstanding practitioner with successful experience who is committed to achieving high standards and to share in our vision of excellence for all. As an outstanding school we are looking for candidates who can help Castle House Nursery and Pre-School on its journey to being world class. Requirements Who are we looking for? Are you a dedicated and energetic individual? Are you passionate about every child’s right to enjoy school and achieve well? Do you have an approachable style and good sense of humour? Are you committed to your own growth and development? Are you equally committed to the growth and development of your team and the individuals within that team? If your answer to all these questions is a resounding ‘YES’, then we’re looking for you! We have variety of roles available from part-time to full-time. Castle House School is committed to Safeguarding and all appointments are subject to appropriate enhanced safeguarding checks and references. About Castle House Castle House School Trust is a charitable organisation with a unique approach to the care and education of the children that we serve. All income generated from the school and nursery and invested into the school, nursery, staff and resources. The school report to a board of governors, not shareholders. Care, education and development is our sole aim. HOW TO APPLY We'd love to hear from you ian.sterling@castlehouseschool.co.uk 01952 567600 Find us on Facebook

School Fees nursery Full Day £65.00 Morning £40.00 Afternoon £36.00 Read More > reception Termly payment by bank transfer £3,170* *Inclusive of VAT Read More > YEAR 1 & 2 Termly payment by bank transfer £3,765* *Inclusive of VAT Read More > Year 3-4 Termly payment by bank transfer £4,085* *Inclusive of VAT Read More > Year 5-6 Termly payment by bank transfer £4,355* *Inclusive of VAT Read More > NURSERY Daycare services for children from birth to 5 years Our nursery cares for children from birth. Whether joining our Baby room, Toddlers, Rising 3's or Pre-School, we are sure you will find a session pattern that suits you and your child. Set in the stunning grounds of Haberdashers' Castle House Preparatory School, at Castle House Nursery School, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing, stimulating and welcoming environment for all children. Our unique programs incorporate a variety of educational theories, while always keeping the child’s best interest in mind and allowing for hands-on, experiential learning. We don't have shareholders at HCHS. You will therefore find that the fees we charge are very competitive from just £36 per session. Anchor 1 RECEPTION If you are joining us in Reception for the first time or moving up from our nursery, a warm welcome awaits on this foundation year of primary education. If you are considering next steps for your child, please do get in touch and pay us a visit. Our home-from-home environment coupled with the kind, caring and nurturing approach of our Lower School teachers creates an experience that is tailored to the needs of every child. Reception fees - £3,170 per term, £9,510 annually. Monthly payment plans available on request. Anchor 3 YEAR 1&2 Along with Reception, Year 1 & 2 make up the year groups of our Lower School cohort. Our children in Years 1 & 2 continue to build on the knowledge and skills acquired during their Reception year. Our teachers offer rich and exciting experiences with regular trips, visitors and plenty of opportunities for outdoor learning, hands on investigation and problem solving. Pupils continue to build upon and benefit from the specialist teaching lessons introduced earlier on in school life. Whether moving up or joining Haberdashers' Castle House from another school, our Lower School ensures constancy and measured progress. Year 1 & 2 fees - £3,765 per term, £11,295 annually. Monthly payment plans available on request. Anchor 4 YEAR 3-4 Years 3 & 4 are key to the preparations made for the move to senior school. Your Children will become far more independent in Years 3 & 4. They become less involved with a singular teacher in order to take advantage of our specialist educators - particularly in core subjects and senior school entrance preparations. We understand that this can sometimes be the stage at which you may question the progress your child has made at their current school. We are always very happy to meet and discuss your concerns and see if we can help. Upper school fees - £4,085 per term, £12,255 annually. Monthly payment plans available on request. Anchor 5 Anchor 2 YEAR 5-6 The Senior years (Years 5-6) at Haberdashers' Castle House are designed to build independence and academic readiness as students prepare for senior school. In this key stage, students transition to a learning environment where they work with a broader range of specialist educators, particularly in core subjects, to ensure they’re well-prepared for the challenges and expectations of senior school. At Haberdashers' Castle House, we recognize that this stage can bring up questions regarding your child’s progress and preparedness for what lies ahead. We welcome discussions with parents who may have concerns and invite you to meet with our staff to explore how we can best support your child’s journey. Upper school fees - £4,355 per term, £13,065 annually. Monthly payment plans available on request.

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Food & Nutrition Exceptional Team We are very fortunate to have developed a fantastic team to deliver our food and nutrition offer to our children. Lead by Head Chef Nick, we produce medals and snacks to restaurant standard. Freshly prepared on site, every day. Five a Day - Every Day! Whether it is snack time, lunch time or high tea, you will always find fresh fruit and crudités on offer. Children are encouraged to eat a balanced diet and make good choices. Variety and Choice We all understand that some children can be fussy eaters. We aim to produce a wide variety of foods to suit all tastes. However, the presentation and 'theatre' added to our lunchtimes encourages even the fussiest of eaters to try something new! Manners Cost Nothing From the babies in the nursery to year six, all children dine together in Davis Hall accompanied by the teaching staff. We allow our children to be independent at the same time as encouraging good table manners, What our parents say Laura , Mother of George The food has been amazing this week! A Michelin Star has been awarded.

Our approach to 11+ Here at Haberdashers' Castle House we recognise pressures that are placed on young people and their families to pass the 11+ exam which they sit at the start of Year 6. There is no right or wrong formula to this and we would certainly advise away for 'over tutoring' children to simply pass an exam. Our approach is simple. Familiarity is key. Children that understand the format, process and expectations of examinations from an early age will stand a far greater chance of achieving their goals. What to expect from Haberdashers' Castle House GL Testing from Year 2 to ensure that children become relaxed and confident when faced with. examination conditions. These results are shared with parents Fun, interactive and age appropriate extra curricular activities Specific, targeted tutoring tailored to each individual using internal and external specialist tutors in Years 4 & 5 'Next Steps' suite with mimics the layout of typical examination conditions. Comprehensive programme of pastoral support to identify concerns early and provide support. We are a non-selective school The 11+ entry route to Senior School is not right for every child. At HCHS we pride ourselves on being a truly non-selective school. At both entry to the school and as children progress through the school, we support parents in their journey. Download our latest 11+ guide here CLICK HERE

Pre-Prep WHAT IS PRE-PREP Pre-Prep has been developed in conjunction with our parents who find managing childcare during school holidays challenging. When you join our Pre-Prep program, there is no gap in education or wrap-around care. Your child receives the excellent standard of Preparatory education you would expect and structured fun activities during the holidays. Pre-Prep at Castle House School provides 48 weeks a year education and care for children from Reception right up to the start of Year 3. Some parents find it challenging to manage childcare when full-time nursery ends and school begins. We have developed out Pre-Prep program to answer this need for our parents. Simply put, Pre-Prep delivers our first class Preparatory School education and wrap-around care from 8am - 6pm Monday to Friday for 48 weeks of the year. The cost for this service £940 per month, £3,760 per term or £11,280 annually. Pre-Prep can be paid monthly by direct debit, termly or annually. Please do get in touch with us if you wish to discuss the many ways in which we can help tailor our provision to suit you and your child. If we can make it happen, we will.

Wellbeing Our school is a happy place where children develop a true sense of self Embracing the whole child Haberdashers' Castle House Preparatory school is a place where we take pride in the happiness of our pupils. Pastoral care on every level is at the heart of our school, for every pupil every day. We believe that a child’s emotional wellbeing is as important as their academic abilities and achievements. Kindness Counts The children are the centre of everything here, participating in drawing up policies such as our School Charter and the “Haberdashers' Castle House Way” the core of which is “kindness Counts”. We have regular pastoral assemblies which reflect these policies alongside all aspects of anti-bullying, forging positive relationships and promoting Fundamental British Values. Pastoral care is the number one priority. Kindness and consideration for others are the foundation of everything we do Family Values A family school with family values, our small class sizes allow the opportunity to really know every unique and individual child. The warmth and openness you will find here are plain to see, between staff and pupils, parents and visitors. Looking After Each Other We have a thriving Peer Mentoring system, encouraging and teaching children the life skills they need to be supportive, kind and resilient. The School Council allows for the children to make informed decisions, debate and discuss, make choices and support the school in a fair and democratic way. Our culture is one of laughter, learning and friendship Form tutors look after pupils immediate wellbeing and their academic studies. Our SENDcO is responsible for coordinating special educational needs to support and develop the potential of those needing further assistance. Learning Support Specialists provide further targeted support with interventions. Pupils mental health and wellbeing are at the forefront, and this is key to those in our care feeling supported and content. Our Head of Pastoral Care is School Counsellor and Designated Safeguarding Lead, and as a full time member of staff is always present to reach out and support pupils experiencing difficulties. The curriculum supports mental health with PSHE throughout year groups, and sex and relationship education in the upper school. We also run mental health workshops, offering support in areas which will both inform and prepare pupils, focusing on the connections between physical and mental health. We want our pupils to experience good mental health, help them to be able to master resilience and deal with stress, do well at school, and to find their way through the online world they will encounter with the ability to stay safe and benefit from this. Pastoral Care at Haberdashers' Castle House is arranged around the traditional House system. We have three Houses; Merevale, Chetwynd and Pitchford which are healthily competitive and loyal. Heads of House alongside form-tutors are key figures in the academic and personal development of each pupil throughout the school. Pupils come together regularly for House days, and our main sporting events, the swimming gala and sports day are House based. Our Forest school allows for close encounters with the environment for all of our pupils, and a sense of the world around them and its importance. We have close links with St Nicholas church in Newport, and the Rotary Club Lite, we also visit local elderly residents on occasion within the town. We believe our pastoral system provides the wraparound care needed to ensure we are able to nurture and inspire every pupil, preparing them for the next part of their journey.

Sport for All Children have PE and sports opportunities every day Our PE and Games programme teaches the children fitness and skills in many aspects of sport. The aim is to give them at least a taste of as many sports activities as possible, to prepare them for whatever they might take up at senior school. In a week most children will have two lessons of PE, one of Games and one of Swimming (in a heated indoor pool) with our own specialist teachers. In addition, there are after-school sports clubs and various school team practices. Children regularly win badges, certificates and awards in many sports. Teams regularly compete against other schools and take part in regional and national competitions organized by the Independent Schools’ Association. They are taught to be sporting, fair and gracious, whether they win or lose. Football, netball, cricket, tag-rugby and rounders are the main team games played. The school regularly enters teams in cross-country, chess, swimming and gymnastics competitions and has had a great deal of success. Other sports enjoyed by the children at school include athletics, badminton, hockey and tennis. The school currently has a particular strength in schools’ gymnastics and has won many competitions. What We Do 01 SWIMMING 02 FOOTBALL 03 ATHLETICS 04 NETBALL 05 ARCHERY 06 RUGBY 07 CHESS 08 HOCKEY 09 TENNIS 10 CRICKET

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Music & Drama The performing arts are given a high priority at Haberdashers' Castle House School. Pupils develop self-confidence and collaborative skills by taking part in shows and plays. Our young musicians are held in high regard by our local Senior Schools. All have the opportunity to learn to sing, to perform and entertain. Through music and acting the inherent confidence which a child possesses is brought to the fore, and whether reading aloud in assembly, playing an instrument in a recital or performing a complex play our children are encouraged to develop their talents, take these forwards to examination, and most importantly stand on a stage as if it was just another day at school. Our specialist Music, Performing Arts teachers and individual peripatetic tutors cover a vast arrange of specialisms including choirs, singing, strings, percussion, woodwind and LAMDA.