Governors met in 2008 to discuss the findings of our recent OFSTED inspection and have considered new ways we can improve our attendance figures to at least bring them in line with national averages.

In September 2008 we issued new guidance to parents who are considering taking their children out of school for holidays in term time. There is no entitlement to holiday in term time although up to five days in an academic year may be classed as authorised absence. If holidays are taken that are unauthorised these are referred to the Education Welfare Officer who can impose fixed penalty fines.

In the future, factors such as timing of the absence (holidays taken at the beginning of term are particularly disruptive to children’s education) and previous attendance record will be considered before authorising absence for holiday. Please click on the Absence link below to obtain an application form - this should be completed and passed to the School Office.

The Talking Partners programme was initially designed for children who speak English as an additional language but it was soon recognised as a benefit to all children. It is a short-term intervention programme which aims to support children's development in the area of speaking and listening. There are now over 25 schools in Milton Keynes involved in the Talking Partners programme and this number continues to rise.

Please click on the above link to display the current list of dates

We advise parents at the start of each half term when each block starts and the cost involved. If we receive more requests for places than are available, they will be allocated on a first come first served basis. Children attending Football Club on a Tuesday are supervised between 3pm and 3:15pm when club starts.

We also operate a Wildlife Club which runs on a Wednesday and Thursday from 3-4pm at a cost of 50p per session. You will receive a separate letter home about this club, which is run by Miss Filby along with help from Mr Fox, one of our Governors and another volunteer helper.

We expect all families to support our uniform policy. Please ensure that all items of clothing are clearly marked with the child's name.

Children should wear shoes for school and not trainers. We prefer them to be black and should be practical and safe. We do not expect to see children wearing either sling backs or shoes with heels.

Indoor PE is with bare feet. Children will need plimsolls for outdoor PE and games.

You can still send in fruit from home if you wish.

We currently have Bronze Award and are working towards Silver. We aim to create a healthy working environment and promote children’s health, and well being through things such as healthy eating and physical activity.

All children are encouraged to protect themselves from the sun, and are encouraged to apply sun cream/wear a sun hat when appropriate.

We hope parents sending packed lunches encourage healthy eating for their children and the school meals served meet the Food Standards. Please click on the Healthy Lunch Box button to view tips.

As part of our Healthy Eating we do not allow children to distribute sweets to others for birthdays or celebrations.

At lunchtimes we run an Active Playgrounds scheme where children are encouraged to be as active as possible.

A guide for parents.

New children who join us are given a Buddy. This booklet will help them settle in school.

Parents and prospective parents often have questions about school life. Follow the link to view frequent questions and answers.

School Milk - Milk is available to the pupils attending Kents Hill School. Ordering milk is simple, just click 'Cool Milk' logo and follow the instructions, entering your child's details and you will receive an invoice in the next few days. Once you have paid this, the milk will start for your child.

The school reference number is: 929