Why-Attendance-Matters (ID 1174)

• LEARN
  LEARN

  Build knowledge, practise new skills and experience success.

  At Aspire we know that successful learning builds over time. We also know that for many of our children their previous experiences and barriers to learning have meant that they may have gaps in their learning. Over time these gaps can result in a lack of confidence and misunderstandings which can lead to a reluctance to participate and engage in lessons.

  At Aspire, we make sure that we identify every child's starting point and prior knowledge so that gaps in learning can be filled and confidence rebuilt!

• BELONG
  BELONG

  When children come to school, they strengthen the relationships and connections that help them know: “I belong here.”

  When your child isn't here, they're missed.

  Their classmates notice.

  Their adults notice.

  And there are experiences, relationships and opportunities that are difficult to recreate later.

  At Aspire, every child is an important part of our school family. We create a safe, welcoming environment where children are known, valued and accepted for who they are. Through trusted relationships, friendships and shared experiences, children develop a strong sense of connection to their class and the wider school community. We want every child to be able to say, “I belong here. People know me. People value me. I matter.”

• BUILD FRIENDSHIPS
  BUILD FRIENDSHIPS

  Every day in school is another opportunity to connect, share experiences and strengthen the friendships that help children feel they belong.

  At Aspire, we support children to make connections, build friendships and develop positive relationships with others.

  Every school day brings opportunities to play, talk, share, cooperate and learn alongside others.

  With support from trusted adults, children learn how to communicate, take turns, understand different points of view, manage disagreements and repair relationships when things go wrong.

  We recognise that friendships and social situations can sometimes feel difficult, so we provide children with the guidance, reassurance and opportunities they need to practise these skills safely.

  Over time, children develop stronger connections, greater confidence with others and an understanding that good friendships take kindness, communication, compromise and care.

• GROW IN CONFIDENCE
  GROW IN CONFIDENCE

  Growing the confidence to try, the resilience to keep going and the independence to succeed.

  At Aspire, we help every child to develop the confidence, independence and courage to have a go. We create a safe and supportive environment where children know that it is okay to find things difficult, make mistakes and try again.

  With trusted adults alongside them, children are encouraged to make choices, take responsibility, try new things and learn that mistakes are an important part of learning.

  We celebrate every small step, helping pupils build the belief that “I can have a go, I can keep trying and I can succeed.”

• EXPERIENCE SUCCESS
  EXPERIENCE SUCCESS

  Feel proud of their progress and celebrate their achievements.

  At Aspire we know that very often, progress comes in small, sometimes hesitant steps. We are there to notice and celebrate those achievements, no matter how small.

  Our daily Green Letter reward enables our children to celebrate with parents and carers at home that they have made good choices and had a good day. Good attendance means more opportunities to earn Green Letters meaning they have more to spend on reward trips and in the Green Letter Shop.

  Our weekly celebration assembly brings the whole school together to share in each other's successes over the week. Living our Aspire Core Values earns children certificates, stickers and badges to show they are doing it 'The Aspire Way'! We also celebrate whole class success, like rewards for the highest number of Green Letters or the class with the highest attendance.

  In the classroom our Hundred Square reward system is their to notice when children make positive choices, behave responsibility, are being kind or positive role models - all the behaviours we value in our school!

• HAVE EXPERIENCES
  HAVE EXPERIENCES

  Take part in activities, enrichment and the wider life of Aspire.

  At Aspire we believe that school is more than just academic learning, it's where we can discover hidden talents, develop new interests, meet knew people, learn more about the world around us and develop the skills and knowledge that will enable us to be successful in the future!

  That is why we are passionate about the opportunities and experiences we provide for our children and passionate that they should have the same, if not more opportunites than their mainstream peers.

  Coming to school everyday means that our children will be able to access, weekly after school clubs, sports teams and sporting opportunities, exciting workshops, school trips and visits, residential opportunities (PGL trip in Year 5 & 6), Children's University Graduation, Singing opportunities at Young Voices at the O2 and Bexley Music Festival, Musical experiences with the LSO, cultural experiences, family activities and so much more....

• GET SUPPORT
  GET SUPPORT

  Being in school means being surrounded by people who know you, understand you and can give you the right support when you need it.

  It means you can access the therapeutic, emotional and educational support available throughout the school day.

  At Aspire, children know that they do not have to manage difficult moments on their own. Our staff take time to build strong, trusting relationships so that children feel safe to ask for help and know there is always someone ready to listen. We help children recognise when they need support, communicate what they are finding difficult and gradually develop strategies to manage emotions, learning and relationships more independently.

  Support might look different for every child, from a reassuring conversation with a trusted adult to additional emotional, therapeutic or learning support. By being in school regularly, children can access this support consistently, helping them to feel safe, understood, ready to learn and increasingly confident in managing challenges for themselves.

School-Days (ID 1175)

• MONDAY - A Fresh Start
  MONDAY - A Fresh Start

  New week. Fresh start. New opportunities to shine! 🌟

  Monday is a chance to start again and step into a brand-new week.

  At Aspire, we welcome children back into familiar routines, reconnect with trusted adults and friends, and help everyone feel settled and ready for the days ahead.

  Whatever happened last week, Monday brings a fresh opportunity to try again, make positive choices, learn something new and take another step forward.

  Being in school on Monday helps children begin the week feeling connected, prepared and part of their Aspire community.

  A new week means new opportunities, and every fresh start begins by being here.

  Mondays also mean a new week of after school clubs - a choice of sporty or creative activities for everyone!

• TUESDAY - Learn & Discover
  TUESDAY - Learn & Discover

  Be curious. Have a go. Learn something new. Shine a little brighter! 🌟

  Tuesday is another opportunity to learn, explore and discover something new.

  At Aspire, learning is about much more than getting the right answer. We encourage children to be curious, ask questions, practise their skills and have the confidence to give things a go, even when learning feels tricky.

  Every day in school helps children build on what they already know, experience success and discover new strengths and interests. With encouragement and support along the way, children learn that trying, practising and making mistakes are all important parts of becoming a successful learner.

  Tuesdays are also PE days, children can wear their PE kit with pride and join our PE Coach to develop physical skills and an understanding of how our bodies work and what they need to be healthy.

• WEDNESDAY - Connect & Belong
  WEDNESDAY - Connect & Belong

  Spend time together, strengthen friendships and build the relationships that make Aspire feel like a place where you belong.

  Wednesday is a chance to connect, strengthen friendships and remember that we are part of something bigger.

  At Aspire, children learn that positive relationships grow through spending time together, sharing experiences, helping one another and working through the little ups and downs that friendships can bring.

  Every day in school gives children opportunities to practise kindness, communication, cooperation and understanding, with trusted adults there to support them when relationships feel tricky.

  Being here helps friendships grow, connections become stronger and every child know that they have an important place in our Aspire community.

  Wednesdays also provide opportunities for creative activities like Cooking and Music and important life skills like swimming and if that's not enough there's the opportunity to stay after school for more sport or creativity!

• THURSDAY - Grow & Achieve
  THURSDAY - Grow & Achieve

  Every day you are here is another opportunity to grow. 🌱

  Thursday is a chance to notice how much we are growing and keep reaching for our goals.

  At Aspire, we help children understand that progress happens one step at a time. Each time a child keeps going when something feels difficult, tries something new, becomes a little more independent or manages something they could not manage before, they are growing.

  We encourage children to recognise their own progress, believe in what they can achieve and develop the resilience to keep trying.

  Every day in school builds confidence, strengthens skills and takes children another step closer to reaching their potential.

• FRIDAY - A Chance to Celebrate
  FRIDAY - A Chance to Celebrate

  A week of being here. A week of growing. A week of achievements to celebrate! 🌟

  Friday is a chance to stop, reflect and celebrate everything we have achieved during the week.

  At Aspire, success looks different for every child, so we notice the big achievements and the small steps that have taken courage, effort and determination.

  It might be completing a piece of work, trying something new, managing a difficult moment, showing kindness, building a friendship or simply having a really positive week in school.

  We want children to recognise how far they have come, feel proud of themselves and celebrate the successes of others too.

  Every day in school creates another opportunity for something to be proud of, and on Friday, we celebrate it at or Celebration Assembly!