At Elmwood Infant School, we are committed to helping every child feel happy, safe and successful. This year, we are focusing on three key priorities that will help all children make strong progress, develop confidence and enjoy learning.

1. Helping Pupil Premium Children Achieve Their Best

We want every child to have the opportunity to succeed and reach their full potential. This year, we are strengthening the support we provide for children eligible for Pupil Premium funding so that they can flourish both academically and personally.

We are:

• providing targeted teaching and support to help children make strong progress
• promoting daily reading to develop confident, enthusiastic readers
• building children's vocabulary and language skills through rich learning experiences
• ensuring support is consistent across the school so that every child receives the help they need

What this means for your child:
Children will receive timely support, high-quality teaching and opportunities to build confidence, helping them to achieve their very best.

2. Creating a Calm, Safe and Inclusive School

We are proud of the caring and positive culture at Elmwood Infant School. This year, we will continue to build on these strengths by ensuring that every child feels safe, valued and ready to learn.

We are:

• strengthening consistent routines so children feel secure and confident throughout the school day
• providing nurturing and supportive starts to the day
• working closely with families to support children's wellbeing
• creating inclusive learning environments where every child can participate and succeed
• helping children develop confidence, independence and positive friendships
• ensuring children receive the right support when they need it so they can thrive emotionally, socially and academically

What this means for your child:
Children will continue to learn in a calm, caring and inclusive environment where they feel happy, supported and ready to achieve their best.

3. Improving Whole-School Attendance

Every day in school matters. Good attendance helps children build friendships, develop positive learning habits and make the most of every opportunity to learn.

We are:

• identifying attendance concerns early and offering support to families
• working in partnership with parents to improve attendance
• promoting positive attendance habits from an early age
• celebrating good attendance and recognising improvement
• helping children feel happy, safe and ready to learn every day
• removing barriers to attendance so that every child can achieve their best

What this means for your child:
Regular attendance gives children the best chance to succeed, helping them to learn well, enjoy school and reach their full potential.