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Activities FOREST SCHOOL Forest School builds on a child’s innate motivation and positive attitude to learning, offering them the opportunities to take managed risks, make choices and initiate hands on learning for themselves. For many children, outdoors is their preferred environment. Our one acre fully equipped Forest School offers all age groups regular access to this essential natural resource . 3 ACRES OF GROUNDS Nestled in the heart of Newport, Shropshire, our deceptively spacious school grounds provide excitement and opportunity at every turn. Each child is encouraged to explore and learn in our outdoor teaching spaces as often as possible. The physical activity and development uses all of the senses and can stimulate the brain and intellect. Our spacious grounds allow our young minds to explore in a safe, stimulating and free environment. ACTIVITY STUDIO Set in a converted barn in the school grounds, our Activity Studio provides a safe space for our children to express themselves. Filled with sensory resources, stimulating materials and furnished in vibrant colours, the Activity Studio has become one the favourite spaces for your young minds to explore. MUSIC & MOVEMENT The benefit of being part of the Castle House School family is the access our children have to shared resources and fantastic teaching & support staff. This extends to music, movement and performing arts too! Our Music and Art department deliver regular singing, performing and dance classes allowing even our very youngest children to express themselves and build confidence.

Join Our Team There are currently no vacancies in our school, however if you would like to forward your CV for our records we would be very happy to receive it via the following email address admin@castlehouseschool.co.uk

SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT SALARY: From NJC 3 £18,887 FTE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS : Wednesday 6th April 2022 START DATE: September 2022 – Subject to all regulatory checks INTERVIEWS: TBC HOURS OF WORK: 32.5 Job Type: Temporary Castle House School is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join our team with a particular emphasis on SEND and Behaviour. This role could be the ideal next step in your career. If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded, and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you. Castle House School is an Independent, Non-Selective Preparatory School with a family feel at the centre of our ethos. This post will be temporary for the first term with a view to becoming permanent. The ideal candidate would be looking to work full-time, however there is a possibility of part-time / job share for the right candidate. < Back SEND Teaching Assistant Castle House School, Chetwynd End, Newport TF10 7JE, UK About the Role SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT SALARY: From NJC 3 £18,887 FTE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS : Wednesday 6th April 2022 START DATE: September 2022 – Subject to all regulatory checks INTERVIEWS: TBC HOURS OF WORK: 32.5 Job Type: Temporary Castle House School is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join our team with a particular emphasis on SEND and Behaviour. This role could be the ideal next step in your career. If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded, and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you. Castle House School is an Independent, Non-Selective Preparatory School with a family feel at the centre of our ethos. This post will be temporary for the first term with a view to becoming permanent. The ideal candidate would be looking to work full-time, however there is a possibility of part-time / job share for the right candidate. Requirements Who we are looking for? Experience of working with children Recent experience of working in a school. A standard of written and spoken English that supports pupils’ learning. Experience of relevant age group. Experience of working with children with special needs. TA specific qualification equivalent to NVQ Level 2 or 3 A commitment to promoting equal opportunities and meeting individual needs. Awareness of confidentiality. Ability to work as part of a team. Able to manage time effectively. Ability to be flexible to the needs of the children. Effective communication, interpersonal and organisational skills. Ability to use ICT/the internet and email to support pupils’ learning. Castle House School is committed to Safeguarding and all appointments are subject to appropriate enhanced safeguarding checks and references. 32.5 hours per week. Minimum Salary NJC 3 £18,887 FTE, £16,515 actual salary Closing Date Wednesday 6th April 2022 Job Type: Temporary Salary: From £18,887.00 per year 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

Come and visit us You are welcome at any time at Haberdashers' Castle House. Our Headteacher is on hand to offer a guided tour of our facilities and discuss your individual needs. Please complete the simple form below, call us on 01952 567600 or click on the chat button at the bottom right of the screen. Please remember that whatever your reasons for wanting to pay us a visit, we are as committed to making sure that Haberdashers' Castle House is right for your child as you are. There is no obligation and no pressure. I'd like to visit Chetwynd End, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 &JE admin@castlehouseschool.co.uk / Tel. 01952 567600 Submit Thanks for contacting us!

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

News from Castle House 28 Mar 2022 With Great Pride When the past comes back to delight you! Read More 25 Mar 2022 Afternoon Tea The parents meet Chef Nick Read More 24 Mar 2022 It's a Dogs Life! Is it bring your dog to work day Mr Sterling? Read More 17 Mar 2022 Recognition Celebrating Our Acheivements Read More 14 Mar 2022 Time for Table Tennis Read More 9 Nov 2021 House Captains awarded House Point Certificates Our proud House Captain's really love this job! Read More 8 Nov 2021 It seems that we had a visit from Banksy yesterday ... Recreating a masterpiece Read More 3 Nov 2021 Years 4 and 5 have been busy in the Art Room They have begun to make their canopic jars Read More 9 Oct 2021 Year 3 Complete Presentations Take a look at these masterpeices Read More 6 Oct 2021 October Half term Holiday Club What are your children doing during Half Term? Read More 5 Oct 2021 New Chair of Governors This week we welcomed our new Chair of Governors Read More 23 Sept 2021 Macmillan Coffee Morning Coffee & Cake with the Friends of Castle House School Read More

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.

Learning at HCHS English and Mathematics are central to our curriculum, but we do not allow either of these subjects to dictate our curriculum avoiding the trap some schools have fallen into when pursuing literacy and numeracy to the exclusion of almost everything else. Our curriculum is broad, balanced and tailored to the ages and needs of the children. It is practical, tactile, visual and auditory, taking the best of the National Curriculum without being bound by red tape or inappropriate expectations. We welcome children with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities and can provide support in class or on a one-to-one basis where appropriate. Our small class sizes offer a calm and inclusive environment for all children who would benefit from extra help. Click HERE to view our SEND Newsletter 1 MODERN LANGUAGES 14 AVERAGE PUPILS PER CLASS 14 SUBJECTS TAUGHT IN KEY STAGE 2 8 AVERAGE WEEKLY 'CORE SKILLS' SESSIONS 3 WEEKLY ACCOMPANIED READING SESSIONS In addition, for pupils in Year 4 upwards the school operates an 11+ plus after school club, staffed by our specialist Year 5 teacher, who is also an experienced 11+ tutor. In Year 5, the key preparation time for entrance examinations to our two local selective Grammar Schools, to local and more distant State, Grammar and Independent schools. The requirements of these examinations are seamlessly woven into the curriculum. The Headteacher retains a strong and open dialogue with all Heads and Admissions Departments of all Senior Schools, preparing children individually for whatever the requirements for transition are. reading All children read in class to their teachers, their peers and the younger members of our nursery the passport Our Passport reward systems records the progress of each child allowing them to own thier achievements 11+ prep From Year 4 all students receive 11+ & entrance examination support in our dedicated 'Next Steps' suite tailored Our traditional approach to a modern education tailors each step in your child's journey to suit their needs, interests Music is practical and offers opportunities to play all kinds of percussion, to compose and to sing. There is a school orchestra and a school choir. The latter is renowned locally for its quality and frequently invited to perform at Civic events. Lessons are available for a variety of instruments from visiting peripatetic music teachers. Religious Education and assemblies are mainly Christian in approach, in accordance with the school’s tradition, but all faiths are embraced, celebrated and welcome. PE is a strength of the school. Wherever possible children are given a physical education lesson every day. There are specialist teachers for swimming, which is taught weekly throughout the school, dance and gymnastics. All children also have general PE skills and games lessons. Art and Design Technology give all pupils the chance for practical, creative work, with end-products of which they can be justly proud. Much attractive artwork by pupils is displayed around the school. French & Spanish are taught throughout the school with many practical activities, games and songs – an emphasis on learning through having fun. The extra length of our school day enables us to fit everything in without sacrificing any of the time needed to devote to academic subjects. Curriculum documents can be downloaded here: Mindfulness Maths Curriculum PSHE Curriculum English Curriculum

Sharing Their Journey Your Daily News Feed Never miss a moment Our parent app is centred around a unique personal news feed, making it easy for you to receive regular updates and observation on your child's daily progress and activities Keep It Simple You can contact us at anytime to change sessions, notify of absence, change your contact details. All through our fully secure parent app that you can add to your smartphone free of charge.

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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.

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.