Reception Baseline
All Reception children will take part in the Reception Baseline in the first few weeks. This will be carried out on a 1-1 basis with their class teacher.
Reception baseline assessment information for parents
Websites
The NHS Better Health Start for Life website has advice for parents on activities you can do with your children at every stage between birth and 5 years old.
Year 4 Multiplication Test
The multiplication tables check is a digital assessment intended to support teachers in ensuring that all children know their multiplication tables by the end of primary school. The year 4 children will take the test within the 3 week period from Monday 5th June. The check will take most pupils no longer than 5 minutes to complete.
The video and leaflet below will give you more information.
National curriculum tests
Michael Tidd, author of the ‘Ramblings of a Teacher’ blog has created some informative videos for parents about the KS1 and KS2 national curriculum tests. You can see his videos here.
National Curriculum
Parents Guide to the National Curriculum
Useful Links
Here is a list of useful links for pupils, parents and carers.
Links for parents
- Durham County Council home page
- Ofsted
- DCC School Admissions Information
- Sure Start County Durham
- GOV.uk
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
- Durham County Council Local Offer
- SEND Pathfinder
- Achievement for All
- (GOV.uk) Supporting Pupils at School with Medical Conditions
Links for Pupils
| Information | Website |
| EYFS information | Foundation Stage Years |
| Maths Game | Times Table Rockstars |
| Online learning for 4 – 6 year olds | BBC CBeebies |
| Online learning | BBC Bitesize |
| Online learning | BBC cbbc home page |
| National Literacy Trust | Words for Life | National Literacy Trust | Words for Life |
Online Safety Websites
| Information | Website |
| NSPCC Keeping Children Safe Online | Keeping children safe online | NSPCC |
| 4 – 7 year old Support for Online Safety | 4-7s | CEOP Education |
| Education from the National Crime Agency | CEOP Education |
| Support for children | Childline |
Durham Music Services
Durham Music Services aim to inspire young people in our communities to enjoy music throughout their lives. They provide a wide range of high quality musical educational opportunities aiming for the highest standards. Visit the Durham Music Services website for further information.