SCHOOL'S PURPOSE
The purpose of Oxford Crescent School is to ensure that all students are provided with an education which reflects the New Zealand Curriculum. We work together to ensure that this education will challenge students to strive to achieve personal standards of excellence. We believe Oxford Crescent School is a “School Alive with Learning”


SCHOOLS AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
At Oxford Crescent School we provide quality teaching and learning programmes with particular emphasis on literacy, numeracy, information communications technology and regular physical activity.
We aim for high standards for all in terms of behaviour and commitment to learning. We believe that this is best achieved by providing.

• a broad, balanced education that reflects the New Zealand curriculum statement
• an emphasis on high standards of behaviour
• an environment that encourages the development of motivated learners
• high quality literacy and numeracy programmes
• programmes that cater for the learning needs of all students
• regular communication between home and school

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The school has been extensively remodelled and is a very attractive, purpose-built facility. The facilities include attractive classrooms, a large library, a multimedia room, an arts room, an after school care programme, hall and several small group teaching spaces.

The school is presently involved in fundraising to upgrade the school and swimming pool.

All classrooms have at least one computer and the computers are networked. The school has a heated outdoor swimming pool and extensive grounds which include two purpose-built playgrounds.

We have easy access to a wide range of community facilities that are regularly used in our teaching programmes.

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SPECIAL PROGRAMMES
At Oxford Crescent School we provide a wide range of special programmes.

We have a Parent Tutors in Reading programme for those students who require reading mileage and a Parent Tutors in Mathematics programme for those students who need to learn their basic facts.

We run a wide range of student support programmes which are organised by the Special Needs teacher. We also provide extension for gifted and talented students throughout the year.
We are committed to the concept of Taha Maori as a vital part of our cultural heritage and therefore of the school curriculum., We offer Te Reo to all classes and extension classes to all Maori students

An information booklet about the school is available from the school office on request, phone (04) 528 5843.

An enrolment pack is issued when you enrol your child/ren.

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PARENTS
Parents are a very important part of our school community and are actively involved in tutoring programmes, school trips and classroom activities.

Parents/caregivers who wish to help in our school can assist in the classrooms if required, library, traffic patrols, parent tutor programmes and are also invited to support outdoor education programmes etc. Your assistance is valued and always appreciated.

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VOLUNTARY RESOURCE FEES
The resource fee enables our school to purchase the essential curriculum resources needed to provide quality learning experiences for your child/ren.
Library books, computers, play and classroom equipment are not provided for by the Ministry and we have limited opportunities to fundraise for these resources. Please support us to upgrade our resources by paying the voluntary resource fee. Our resource fee for one year at Oxford Crescent School is:

The resource fee may also be paid by instalments per term. It would be greatly appreciated if the fees were paid when you child enrols at our school.

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SCHOOL HOURS / ATTENDANCE /
LEAVING GROUNDS

It is important that children develop punctual habits and arrive at school on time. Supervision is provided from 8.30am onwards.

Regular attendance is required by law. Parents/caregivers are asked to contact the office by 9.30am if their child is absent from school. All absences are checked each day and we will endeavour to contact you if you have not already contacted the school. Students who are late to school must report to the office prior to class.

Once students are at school they are not permitted to leave the school grounds without parental permission. A note should be written for the class teacher. All students must sign out in the Visitors/Students register at the school office and must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver when they leave. They must sign in on the Visitors/Students register when they return.

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ENROLMENT

Children may attend school when they have reached the age of 5 years. In New Zealand it is compulsory for children to attend having attained the age of six.

When enrolling a child for the first time parents/caregivers are required to show a Birth Certificate or Passport (a photocopy will be taken) and an Immunisation Certificate. At enrolment the parent/caregiver will be given an enrolment form to complete. Any health problems should be recorded on this form.

Prospective new entrants are encouraged to visit the New Entrants classroom to help ensure a smooth transition to school. The Deputy Principal arranges these visits with parents/caregivers.

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