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School Policies School policies can be viewed and downloaded here This is not an exhaustive list and all policies can be amended and updated at any time. Printed copies of the school policies and documentation are available via written request. Curriculum, Teaching and Learning Policy Admissions Policy Haberdashers' Castle House School Attendance Policy Promoting Good Behaviour Including Rewards and Sanctions Staff / Pupil Supervision & Lost Children &Uncollected Policy Crisis Management - Responsibilities Haberdashers' Castle House Safer Recruitment Policy Risk Assessment Policy Online Safety Policy Fire Risk Protection Policy Equal Opportunities Policy Reasonable Adjustments Policy Trips & Events Risk Assessment Form Uniform Policy Domestic Abuse Policy Health and Safety incl Visits First Aid Policy Anti Bullying Policy RSE-PSHE Policy & Curriculum Policy & Procedure for Managing Allegations Against Staff Disability Accessibility Plan Guidance & Procedures - Remote Education Disability Equality Policy Child Protection Policy Child on Child Abuse Policy Policy List & Updates Mental Health Policy Reasonable Force - Physical Restraint Policy Nursery Specific Policies Castle House Gifted and Talented Policy Complaints Procedure HCHS and The Haberdashers' Company Data Protection & Privacy Policy School New Pupil Welcome letter & Starting info Nursery New Parent Welcome info Leavers' Destinations SEN Policy EAL

Welcome to Haberdashers' Castle House School An independent day school for children to 11 years Welcome Choosing the right school to lay the foundations for learning is one of the biggest challenges any parent will face. As Head I understand that alongside practical choices there are also decisions of the heart. My amazing team and I are here to help you make the right decisions for your children. I am so proud of all in our community, whether children, staff or parents. There has been a school here for over 75 years and I am confident that our founders would be pleased with our current values, standards and most importantly our family-centred approach. I look forward to welcoming you to our Haberdashers' Castle House, whether you are a parent at the start of your nursery journey, a family looking for something different part way through education, or even a past pupil returning to see what has changed. Our doors are open to all. Ian Sterling - Headteacher Why Haberdashers' Castle House Feedback from one of our parents "His increased confidence and happiness at school led to a huge improvement in his academic work, and we were so pleased when he comfortably passed his 11+ exam and was awarded a place at Haberdashers Adams" Get in Touch Chetwynd End, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 7JE admin@castlehouseschool.co.uk / Tel. 01952 567600 Submit Thank you, your message has been received.

Governance Finding Inspiration in Every Turn Our governors link the school with the community. They play a key role in the effectiveness of the school, providing strategic leadership and accountability. Get In Touch The Haberdashers' Castle House governing board work in conjunction with the Headteacher and other members of staff to deliver on the schools strategic plan, insuring compliance and raising standards across all areas of the school. A list of current members of the board members can be found below. Anyone wishing to contact the Chair of Governors, please direct all communication to: Chair of the Governors, c/o Castle House School, Chetwynd End, Newport, Shropshire TF10 7JE Email: kevin.patonfeaver@castlehouseschool.co.uk Meet The Governors Tom Ashbridge Chair of Governors Lawrence Collins Education & Standards Lisa Horritt Finance Rohit Mishra Health & Safety David Aldred . Naomi Tenhoeve Safeguarding Chris Kilpatrick . . Digital Strategy . . Governor Login

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 Miss K Hammond 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 Jodie Averley Nursery Room Leader Emily Gannon Nursery Room Leader Thomas Miles Nursery Room Lead Helen Barker Nursery Mandy Davies 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 Michelle Caldecott Nrsery 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 . . . . . . . .

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NURSERY PRACTITIONER - Level 3 (full time) Salary: From £19,760 per annum dependant on experience CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS : Ongoing START DATE: September 2022 – Subject to all regulatory checks INTERVIEWS: Ongoing HOURS OF WORK: Full-Time 40 hours per week 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 Senior Nursery Practitioner Castle House School, Chetwynd End, Newport TF10 7JE, UK About the Role NURSERY PRACTITIONER - Level 3 (full time) Salary: From £19,760 per annum dependant on experience CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS : Ongoing START DATE: September 2022 – Subject to all regulatory checks INTERVIEWS: Ongoing HOURS OF WORK: Full-Time 40 hours per week 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

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 SECRETARY AND PA TO HEAD TEACHER Salary: £19,760 - £21,840 per annum FTE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS : Friday 8 April 2022 START DATE: September 2022 – Subject to all regulatory checks INTERVIEWS: Week commencing 11 April 2022 HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week, 50 weeks per year* We are happy to consider part-time applications for a job-share position. If you are looking to work full days but would prefer a shorter working week, we would love to hear from you. < Back Secretary & PA to the Headteacher Castle House School, Chetwynd End, Newport TF10 7JE, UK About the Role SCHOOL SECRETARY AND PA TO HEAD TEACHER Salary: £19,760 - £21,840 per annum FTE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS : Friday 8 April 2022 START DATE: September 2022 – Subject to all regulatory checks INTERVIEWS: Week commencing 11 April 2022 HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week, 50 weeks per year* We are happy to consider part-time applications for a job-share position. If you are looking to work full days but would prefer a shorter working week, we would love to hear from you. Requirements Who are we looking for? Do you enjoy working in a busy and varied environment? Are you highly organised, effective and looking for your next challenge? Are you flexible, forward thinking, resilient and able to work under pressure? Can you work under pressure whist remaining calm and approachable? Do you understand the importance of safeguarding young people? Is customer service at the forefront of everything you do? If the answers are yes to these questions, Castle House would like to hear from you. We are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate to the post of School Secretary and PA to the Head, providing an outstanding level of support service to our school community. At Castle House each individual is known and valued. Our students are inspired to discover their passions and realise their academic potential. You will be joining a strong team of outstanding staff working within an environment that is both stimulating and fun. If you possess confident ICT and people skills, with the ability to multi-task with ease and good humour, then we would love to hear from you. As the School Secretary and PA to the Head, you will be expected to work within the School & Nursery, providing appropriate support to our visitors, students and staff. Where possible, you will also make a full and dynamic contribution to the school and its extra-curricular activities. 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

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Reports & Reviews Inspection Reports ISI Inspection 2025 Letter to Parents 2025 Ofsted Nursery Inspection 2023 ISI Inspection 2022 ISI Short Visit - 2020 ISI Short Visit - 2019 ISI Short Visit - 2018 ISI Inspection 2018 ISI Inspection 2014 Haberdashers' Castle House School, in conjunction with the Independent School’s Inspectorate (ISI), the Independent School’s Association (ISA), Ofsted and the DfE have undertaken a planned scheme of school improvement which is best understood through reading our Inspection Reports. We are delighted that in June 2022 The Independent School’s Inspectorate inspected Haberdashers' Castle House School and judged that we are compliant in all aspects of the Independent School’s Regulations. We moved our children to Castle House part way through a school year and I was delighted how quickly they settled in. My daughter was struggling with very low confidence levels and the support from her teachers has resulted in her moving to High School brimming with confidence and ready for the next challenge. She changed from a child who hated maths to it being her favourite subject! My son loves forest school and weekly swimming, he’s progressed fantastically since joining and we have been so pleased to review his learning post lockdown and find he is still at a very high level, reflecting the excellent levels of teaching provided via Microsoft Teams. Parent of current year 4 pupil and sibling who has now completed year 6 and moved to senior school Our son has been at Castle House since nursery. This has given him a brilliant start to school life, so the transition to Kindergarten was effortless. All the children are so polite and our son has come on in leaps and bounds. The school grounds are beautiful, staff are very supportive and nurturing and want the best for each and every child and work to their specific needs. We are looking forward to our son progressing furthermore in this excellent school. Parent of boy currently in year 1 Our son had become so disengaged with learning at his previous school. He just wasn’t getting the stimulation and engagement needed to allow him to thrive. It was affecting his mood and general happiness and every day felt like a constant battle to get him to engage in anything at all. Since starting at Castle House he has totally changed. He has loved every day at school and it is fantastic seeing him back eager to learn. To have some breadth of curriculum again in terms of PE, music and forest school has also been fantastic and done wonders for him. Learning really has been brought back to life for him and to see your child responding so positively and really enjoying learning is just brilliant. Thank you to you and all the staff for all that you have done and helping him settle so easily. Parent of boy in year 5 who joined the school during lockdown last summer Our three children have all thrived at Castle House School. All three are very different but all were nurtured, encouraged and motivated by the teachers and staff to be the best that they could be. They all loved the small and family feel environment of the school and took advantage of the sport, school trips, clubs and additional lessons that were available. Castle House School is a fantastic place for children to grow in confidence in their academic and personal education. Parent of current year 5 pupil with two older siblings who have now moved on to senior school Our son joined Castle House in Year 2. As a quiet and shy boy who was young for his year, we had been worried about how he would settle into a new school, but the calm and welcoming atmosphere and smaller classes meant that he soon grew in confidence. That increased confidence and happiness at school led to a huge improvement in his academic work, and we were so pleased when he comfortably passed his 11+ exam and was awarded a place at Haberdashers Adams. He has really enjoyed the opportunity to try all the extra-curricular activities available both during the school day and as after school clubs (although we did laugh the day he brought a cello home!), and has developed a previously unknown love and talent for art. As parents, we have particularly enjoyed seeing how the children interact across the year groups, with the older children looking out for the smaller ones, and those smaller ones feeling happy and confident playing with the ‘big ones’. We have always believed that children learn best when they are happy, and we have certainly found that at Castle House. Parent of pupil who has now moved on to senior school Our son started at Castle House last year, in Year 4. He has greatly benefitted from the warm and nurturing environment it provides and is a happy child. Parent of pupil currently in year 5 Since being at Castle House, both my children absolutely love school. I also believe their confidence has grown significantly over the last 12 months. I really like the Castle House approach to schooling and teaching and the most important thing for me is that the children are happy! And they certainly are! Parent of children currently in year 3 and year 1