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grouped to encourage a sense of responsibility among the older children who are expected to take an interest in the activities and welfare of the younger members of their house.The house system also gives opportunities for children to achieve a sense of accomplishment in different areas of the school such as in sport, music, drama etc.
These systems of care are augmented through a comprehensive PSHE programme. Additionally, Heads
of Department coordinate their teams of tutors while
the Deputy Head oversees the school’s provision.The Welfare Management Team, comprising of the Deputy Head Pastoral, Heads of Department (Pre-Prep, Juniors, Middles and Seniors), the School Listener and School Nurse, meet weekly to discuss the Pastoral Care for the children in each section of the school.These systems are the key to the happiness of the child and the success of the pastoral care at St Andrew’s. In addition to the pastoral structure the school also has a ‘listening lounge’ each week where the children can go if they have worries and concerns.
The school also has an independent listener, should
children need to talk to someone outside of the school.
Safeguarding and Child Protection
The school’s first priority at all times is to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. St Andrew’s exists to provide the best possible education in a safe and supportive environment. Mandatory checks are taken on all staff before they begin work and there are regular briefings and updates on safeguarding and child protection.We promote the best practice in looking after our pupils and provide a range of channels for pupils, parents and staff to report any concerns. The school’s designated senior person for safeguarding
and child protection is the Deputy Head Pastoral.
School Policies
Copies of our policies including Admissions, Anti-bullying, Child Protection and Safeguarding, Complaints, Curriculum, Educational Trips and Visits, First Aid, Pre-Prep and Nursery Behaviour, Rewards and Sanctions (incorporating Behaviour and Discipline), Special Educational Needs etc. can be found on our website. Copies of academic policies are available from the school office. Contact: info@standrewsprep.co.uk
School Uniform
All children at St Andrew’s wear a uniform which can
be purchased from the School Shop situated on site.
The School Shop stocks virtually everything that a child needs at St Andrew’s and there is a supply of good second-hand uniform subject to availability. Prices are kept as reasonable as possible.The average cost of fitting out
a pupil is approximately £400, but this can be reduced by purchasing second-hand uniform.The Shop, conveniently located on site, is open from 8am till 12 noon on Tuesday, Wednesday andThursday mornings during term time and parents and pupils can pop in for any stationery or clothing requirements. Contact schoolshop@standrewsprep.co.uk or call 01323 733203 for more information.
Transport
St Andrew’s offers an excellent minibus service to transfer day pupils to and from school on weekdays and Saturday mornings.The network currently covers a radius
of approximately 20 miles.
We employ our own fully-trained and qualified drivers. Our modern fleet of minibuses is regularly serviced and complies with necessary regulations. Children can travel
on the bus from Reception age onwards and ourTransport Supervisor will work closely with parents of new children to ensure they quickly feel at home and at ease with their driver.We are regularly updating and improving our routes. Please do contact us for further information.
Transport for boarders
A minibus to St Andrew’s will be available to return boarders and flexiboarders following exeat weekends and after half terms.
We also offer a supervised train service from Eastbourne to London Victoria each Friday afternoon of an exeat weekend or half term. Please do contact Mark Tomsett
at mtomsett@standrewsprep.co.uk for costs and more information.
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