Wandesforde School

Wandesforde Primary School, Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny

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  Aims: To encourage children to eat healthy lunches To promote the importance of a balanced diet To develop good eating habits at an early age To eliminate pressure on parents from children who are demanding costly snacks for lunch and breaktime To eliminate junk foods At the Wandesforde National School we see the value of healthy eating as one area of an overall healthy lifestyle. With this in mind teachers, pupils and parents are encouraged to take on board some of the following points when preparing school lunches. Bring lunches that: are high in fibre, low in fat, low in sugar and low in salt provide a variety of foods from the Food Pyramid Do not contribute to tooth decay help reduce litter from school grounds Suggestions for healthy lunches: sandwich, roll, bread, crackers, milk water, fruit juice, scones plain buns, brack, yoghurt yoghurt drinks, fruit, vegetables, popcorn, flap jacks Food not recommended: sweets, bars fizzy drinks, crisps chip sticks, Pringles (or similar) not allowed: peanuts chewing gum drinks containing alcohol Wandesforde National School through these guidelines aims to help all those involved in our school community, children, staff and parents, in developing positive and responsible attitudes to eating and…
- Bullying
  Definition: – Bullying is repeated aggression – verbal, psychological or physical, conducted by an individual or group against others. Principles: – The School promotes qualities of social responsibility, tolerance and understanding among all its members, both in school and out of school. The school acknowledges the uniqueness of each individual and his/her worth as a human being. The school acknowledges the right of each member of the school community to enjoy a secure learning environment. The school disapproves of vulgar, offensive, sectarian or other aggressive behaviour by any of its members. Staff members share a collegiate responsibility to act in preventing bullying / aggressive behaviour by any member of the school. Parents have a crucial role to play in the promotion of good behaviour, and in developing a sense of self-respect for others, in their children. Co-operation and communication between home and school are essential elements in preventing and dealing with bullying. Positive Strategies Teachers can influence attitudes to bullying behaviour in a positive manner through a range of curricular initiatives e.g. The R.E. Curriculum provides an opportunity to promote good behaviour and to discuss with the children strategies for dealing with bullying behaviour. The Stay Safe programme will also…
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Wandesforde National School,
Castlecomer,
Co Kilkenny,
Ireland

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