Robert Ferguson Primary School

All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account.

Our pupils went on to produce a series of videos highlighting their concerns and established an eco council to further their response to climate change and biodiversity loss. See our videos. In class, the children continue to learn about sustainability with a conviction that we all need to do our part, and working towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

One of the ways in which the Pupil Premium is currently being used is to provide additional in-class support and structured learning programmes, delivered by our highly-skilled Senior Teaching Assistants. The funding has enabled us to provide additional, timely assistance to pupils who need it most.

Here at Robert Ferguson Primary school we aim to provide a broad and challenging PE curriculum for all children from nursery to year 6. As part of our additional Government funding we aim to improve the provision of Physical Education and sport in our school.

We are providing a variety of opportunities both in and out of school, with many of our lessons over the last two years being delivered by specialist PE teachers and qualified sports coaches.This has provided excellent opportunities for staff development whilst enhancing our P.E. Lessons and providing links with local sports clubs.

Also, Governors are often in school attending celebration assemblies, fundraising events, curriculum events and training sessions. This involvement enhances their knowledge of the work of the school and helps in their decision making. If you are interested in finding out more about being a governor, please contact Mr G Frost, Headteacher.