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One Degree Academy is a unique and innovative school. Our approach to teaching and inspiring young people sets us apart.
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Welcome to One Degree Academy

Am I eligible for Pupil Premium support?

Are there opportunities for AdHoc sessions?

There will be no opportunities for AdHoc sessions.

Are you supported by a particular faith group or organisation?

No. We are a group of education experts, teachers and business leaders, passionate about improving the educational outcomes for young people. We believe in equality, regardless of faith or socio-economic background.

Attendance and Punctuality

The Nursery’s policy is the same as the whole school policy. Please see the link to all polices here.

Has One Degree Academy been inspected by Ofsted?

Yes. We were graded as Outstanding in all areas in February 2019. Please see here for details and our report.

How do you track any data and reporting?

As we do with the main school, there will be termly data reporting as well as termly Progress Review days, where you and your child will get the chance to meet with their class teacher. There will be regular feedback on your child’s progress. We use Tapestry as a platform to share learning.

How many hours of funding do you provide?

We provide the option of both 15- and 30-hour funding. 15-hour spaces are morning sessions only, 8:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. 30-hour spaces run from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and will include an additional £ 6 daily charge for consumables.

Is there a behaviour policy?

Yes, we do have a whole school behaviour policy, please see the link to all policies here. The Nursery behaviour policy is adapted in line with the age of the children to be more suitable.

Is there a chance for parental engagement?

Yes, there definitely is and it is something we encourage. We will be hosting regular workshops to keep parents informed about important and current topics.

Is there a settling in period? What happens if my child never settles?

Yes, the transition starts from the Summer Term with stay and play sessions, home visits, videos and letters. Staggered starts will start from September and details about this i.e. start times will be sent in the Summer Term. A more tailored transition is available for children who need it i.e. those with AEN needs.

Is there an absence/ sickness policy?

The Nursery’s policy is the same as the whole school policy. Please see the link to all policies here.

Is there anything in place for SEN?

The Nursery’s SEN policy is the same as the whole school policy; please see the link to all policies here. SENDCo and EYFS Lead will support the teaching team to ensure an inclusive practice. For Specific SEN concerns, please contact the school before applying and we will arrange a meeting with you and the SENDCo and EYFS Lead to discuss meeting any needs.

What food and drink is provided? What if my child is a fussy eater?

As in line with the whole school, the nursery will have family dining, please see details here. We do not allow packed lunches. Hub lunch is a provision for AEN i.e. separated food and support from the SENDCo with eating habits. Water and milk will be provided. As well as family dining at lunch time, food will consist of snack time and rolling fruit and water.

What is a free school?

Free schools are independent, state-funded schools. They have the same legal status as academies.

Like all state-funded schools, free schools are not fee-paying, and they are not selective. We expect to follow the local authority’s admissions arrangements.

Free schools are set up and owned by charities, and cannot make a profit.

What is the staffing for the Nursery?

There is one class teacher for the nursery class supported by the EYFS Lead and Senior leadership team. The class teacher will also be supported by 1 or 2 associate tutors, depending on the class size. The ratio for teacher to children is 1:13 max, based on current statutory guidelines from the DfE.

What is your admissions policy?

It is the same as the whole school policy in terms of criteria, please see the link to all policies here. Please note a place in ODA Nursery doesn’t guarantee a space in reception. Deadlines for applications are 31st May. Application form here. Offers of places will be sent in June.

What will the curriculum consist of?

The curriculum will follow Development Matters, as in line with the EYFS and consist of a holistic approach to education. Sessions will consist of adult led and child-initiated play. There will be lots of opportunities for messy and outdoor learning to support development. At One Degree Academy there is a focus on Love, Structure and high expectations, paired with an ambitious curriculum. You can see the Nursery Curriculum Map on our website.

When did One Degree Academy open?

We opened in September 2016 with a cohort of Reception children and have continued to grow each year. We moved to Chase farm in September 2021. The Chase Farm Hospital development houses One Degree Academy’s brand new building and state-of-the-art educational facilities.

When does my child have to start school?

‍When do children have to start school?
All children are entitled to start school full-time in the September following their fourth birthday. However, some parents may feel that their child is not ready to enter the reception class at that time. If that is the case, they may opt to defer entry or delaying starting school.

By law, children have to be in full-time education by the start of the term following their fifth birthday – when they reach ‘compulsory school age’.

What are the options?
If parents don’t want their child to start school full time in the September following their fourth birthday it is possible to:

1. Opt for part time admission to the allocated school from the September following their child’s fourth birthday (but not beyond the point at which they reach compulsory school age);
2. Opt to defer their child’s entry for a term or two terms (i.e until they are of compulsory school age) so that they don’t start straight away in the September following their fourth birthday;
3. Opt to defer their child’s entry until the September following their fifth birthday, if they were born in the summer – but they would need to reapply for a place and the child would start in year one;
4. Request to delay their child’s entry, holding them back from joining the correct year group for their age and starting school in the reception a year later

Please contact us if you are unsure if your child should be or is able to start school.

Who is Funding One Degree Academy?

Funding for free schools is from the government and will be equivalent to the funding of maintained schools and academies in the same local authority area. The opening of a free school does not mean that the overall funding available in an area goes down. However, the total funding an individual school receives will depend on the number of pupils attending.

Who is the special needs education coordinator?

Our special needs coordinator is Kirsty Pacey– she can be contacted on 020 3150 1144.

Why does London need another school?

Schools in London are almost full, and local councils have said they will need an extra 118,000 places in the next three years. We are hoping to be part of this solution in providing these much-needed school places as well as improving the education provision in London.

Will my child be able to take a nap?

There will be no nap time in the classroom for 3-4-year olds. In line with best practice, we expect children to be awake at school. We will have support available in terms of Early Help for families who need sleep routine support.

Will nappies/wipes be provided?

We encourage children to be toilet trained before starting at school. We will have support available for families who need it during and after the transition period. If needed, please ensure nappies are in your child’s bag with them each day as well as nappy bags and wipes. Nappies and wipes should be supplied by parents and carers; however, the school will have some in case of an emergency. All children should have a change of uniform including shoes in their bags every day.

Will there be a key worker system for the children?

The class teacher is responsible for all children; however, key workers may be assigned to each child to support communication where needed.

Will there be a school uniform?

Yes, there is a uniform for the nursery. This will consist of black tracksuit bottoms, white polo shirt, purple ODA jumper (crew neck), small ODA bag, black shoes, ODA purple coat or black coat, hair accessories as in line with the whole school uniform policy. See link to our policies here.

Will there be a wraparound care service?

Yes, we do have before-school provision; there will not be an after-school provision this year, apart from a Wednesday when the school has a shorter day. Breakfast club starts at 8:00am, and is payable at £3/day.

Will there be daily communication/ summary of my child’s day?

There will not be a daily summary of your child’s day, however a member of the teaching team will be available before and after school to pass on any key messages throughout the day. Throughout EYFS we use Tapestry as a learning platform for parents and staff to share new and interesting learning experiences. Parent communication is the same as the main school, we have a weekly bulletin sent out on Fridays with whole information, we update our website frequently, frequent updates on social media platforms, insta, twitter, etc. Regular positive phone calls home.

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Email: info@onedegreeacademy.org

Telephone: 020 3150 1144

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