A Venn Academy Trust School
– Together we will…
Venn is a pioneering academy trust, committed to building educational environments where all pupils are inspired to become lifelong learners who achieve the very highest standards possible.
Collaborating with all partners, the Trust works with its unique settings to create world class learning experiences for all.
School Meals
Venn are excited to share our new school meals service with you!
It’s designed to be kind to the planet and include everyone. With our pre-order system, we waste less food, so every meal is fresh and tasty.
We can offer different menu options like gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, and halal, all in a nut-free environment. This means every student can have a safe and yummy nutritious lunch, making it easy and worry-free for everyone.
What makes our service special is that the menus at each school are created by the students themselves. This makes lunchtime more fun because our students get to choose what they want to eat. Plus, these healthy and delicious meals cost just £1.50 each, no matter where the school is based. This makes it affordable for all families, and all children can enjoy high-quality meals.
Regardless of whether your child decides to have a school meal or bring a packed lunch, all of the children will join together to eat in the school hall.
We have the following staggered lunch times:
EYFS (F1 & F2) – 11.30 to 12.30
KS1 (Y1 & Y2) – 11.45 to 12.30
LKS2 (Y3 & Y4 – 12.15 to 1.00
UKS2 (Y5 & Y6) – 12.15 to 1.00
A meal is available at a cost of £1.50 (£7.50 per week) for years 3-6.
Meals must be paid for by the Monday for the full week.
Payments should be made via the School Grid app.
Packed Lunches
If you decide to send your child with a packed lunch from home we ask that you ensure that it is health and nutritious. We are a Health Living Health Lives school and ask that you follow the guides below when putting together your child’s packed lunch.
Doncaster Healthy Eating Guide
Brooke Healthy Lunch Box guide
Our dinner staff are asked to inform teachers if they feel that packed lunches do not contact healthy choices. The class teacher will pass this information on to parents discretely.
PLEASE register for Free School Meals
If you think you may be entitled to Free School Meals, please register your child. If you register the school can claim this additional funding (Pupil Premium) to support your child’s work in school. Even if your child does not always have a school meal, it is important to register.
The process for applying for Free School Meals is quick and easy and could mean that the school will get extra funding!
Further information:
Support for SEND: The school effectively identifies and supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), involving parents in the assessment process and adapting lessons to help these pupils build new knowledge.
Positive Behaviour: Changes in how behaviour is managed have helped pupils reflect on their feelings and make better choices. This has resulted in positive behaviour during lessons and playtimes.
Curriculum and Learning: The curriculum is well-considered, building on previous learning to deepen understanding. While assessment systems need improvement, the school’s overall approach helps in identifying and supporting pupils’ needs.
High Expectations and Progress: The school sets high expectations for all pupils, which are being met. Parents appreciate the support and information provided by the staff and are pleased with the progress their children make.
School Environment: The academy is described as a warm and welcoming place where pupils feel safe and happy. Respectful and positive relationships are central to the school’s environment.
Reading and Phonics: The school is committed to ensuring all pupils learn to read. Effective training and support for teachers, along with appropriate reading materials and catch-up sessions, help pupils read accurately and confidently.
Governance and Leadership: Trustees and governors are skilled and committed, regularly visiting the school and maintaining an accurate picture of its operations to ensure continued improvement.
Extracurricular Activities: There is a wide range of clubs available, such as football, rugby, forest school, and choir, which help develop pupils’ talents and interests.
Safeguarding: The school has effective safeguarding arrangements, creating an open and positive culture that prioritises pupils’ interests.
Overall Effectiveness: The school is rated “Good” in all categories, including quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and early years provision.
Early Years Provision: The early years setting promotes positive relationships and collaboration among children. Adults model effective communication and use assessment well to engage children in their learning.
Anti-Bullying: Pupils respect each other, believe in the school’s values, and feel confident that any issues, including bullying, would be resolved quickly by adults.
Promotion of Values: Pupils learn about diversity and British values through various activities and demonstrate positive attitudes and respect for others. The school also encourages community involvement, such as the choir singing in residential homes and helping at the local food bank.