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Frittenden CEP School

• District: Tunbridge Wells
• Headteacher: Nic Costello
• Telephone: (01580) 852250
• DfES Number: 886 3198
• Phase: Primary
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.frittenden.kent.sch.uk

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Frittenden Church of England Primary School is a popular small school in the heart of the village. Whilst we benefit from an idyllic location in the heart of the countryside, we are easily accessible from Maidstone, Ashford and Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding villages. We currently have 101 children on roll divided into 4 classes, with an intake of 15 into the Reception class and mixed classes thereafter.

As a church school we enjoy a close relationship with St Mary's Church. We promote our Christian values of Compassion, Joy and Respect throughout our school.

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About Frittenden Church of England Primary School

• Type: Primary
• Boarding: No
• Religious character: Church of England
• Local authority: Kent
• Age Range: 4 - 11
• Gender: Mixed
• Number of pupils: 98
• School capacity: 105
• Address: Frittenden Primary School, Frittenden, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 2DD
• Region: South East

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• Principal: Ms nichola costello
• Telephone: 01580852250
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• Website: http://www.frittenden.kent.sch.uk

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Education researcher calls for primary schools to have 'courage' to rethink homework

When Estelle Trueman was growing up, homework was par for the course.

But now her two daughters are in primary school at Townsville in north Queensland, homework isn't mentioned.

"There's no pressure," Ms Trueman said.

"If we get home and want to prepare a meal together, or spend time together outside before bed, we can, and don't have to hope that we won't get in trouble tomorrow because we haven't done the reader."

Across Australia, there's anecdotal evidence a growing number of primary schools have introduced no – or low – homework policies since the COVID-19 pandemic, according to University of Melbourne Emeritus Professor of Education John Hattie.

Professor Hattie said while there was some evidence homework benefited high-school students, there was no need for it in primary schools.

"The evidence is pretty clear that homework in primary school has a very low to zero effect," he said.

In a bid to modernise the education system, Poland last month scrapped homework for students in years one to three and made it optional for students in years four to eight .

Professor Hattie said Poland's move sent an important message, but it would take a "brave" politician to rattle the cage in Australia because of widespread views among parents here.

"There are parents who think homework is critical and essential for their children's future, which is not true," he said.

Homework out, reading in

In Townsville in north Queensland, Belgian Gardens State School has scrapped compulsory homework in favour of reading, practice, and play.

"[Worksheet saturation] does not foster parent engagement, neglects the individual needs of students and in some cases leads to drawbacks including disengagement and frustration," principal Ryan Pedley said.

Students were given the option to undertake "practice" or "study habits" at home.

Mr Pedley said parents were highly engaged, through regular information sessions, about what was being taught at school. 

St Benedict's Catholic School in the city's west is similarly taking a minimalist approach.

"We couldn't really see the benefits for doing homework … but we do require our students to be reading at home each night," assistant principal Aleesha Rockemar said.

"It [homework] can become a nightmare for families to get done."

For 10-year-old Keira Warren, it was a pleasant surprise when she transferred to the school this year.

"I was very relieved, I hated having to go home and do more work," she said.

"I didn't like having to either get in trouble because I didn't go to sports, or get in trouble because I didn't do homework."

What are the rules on homework?

In Queensland, there is no one-size-fits all approach; it's up to each school principal to decide their homework rule book.

The Department of Education said it did not collect data on the state's 1,264 public schools' policies.

Instead, it stipulated principals needed to determine what worked for their individual school communities and to ensure any homework was meaningful.

"Schools work collaboratively with students and families to make sure to allow sufficient time for family, recreation and, community and cultural values," a department spokesperson said.

Brisbane Catholic Education, which oversees 146 schools across south-east Queensland, said it did not have a mandated homework policy, but any homework should complement students' learning and wellbeing.

Pros and cons

Professor Hattie has been researching teaching and student learning since the 1970s.

His latest publication in 2023 analysed more than 130,000 studies worldwide on what helps students learn. 

Professor Hattie said the research found homework in primary school – if at all — should be kept short, review what had already been learned at school and not require parental surveillance.

"Don't get [children] to do a project unless you want to see what the parents contribute," he said.

"You've got to seriously question why you need homework at all. I want to give some courage to [primary] schools to drop it, if parents don't get upset.

"There's no need for it in primary school."

Lecturer in early childhood education Amanda Hoffensetz, from James Cook University, said homework was a difficult topic to research and there were too many variables for conclusive evidence.

"Schools vary greatly in quality, quantity, and the amount of support that children are getting at home," she said.

For Scott Wiseman, the chief executive of P&Cs Qld, the peak body representing state school parents and communities, homework had traditionally played an important role in helping parents engage in their child's learning.

"Everyone learns differently and for some kids, doing the sight words or the fact sheets may actually be really important to reinforce their schoolwork," he said.

"It needs to be a consultation process between the school and parents and the community as to how they want education to work in that particular school."

Family impacts

At Townsville's Marian Catholic School, principal Kylie Helmore said changing its homework policy in 2023 had resulted in more student engagement in class and less stress on working families.

"We're not getting the reports that 'my child is refusing to do anything'," Ms Helmore said.

But reading at home is still required and senior students must complete a passion project each term.

For mum-of-two Estelle Trueman, home life was more manageable without the burden of homework.

"Our kids are only little once," she said.

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Top 15 Best International Schools in Moscow, Russia

• By Juliet Ryder
• Posted 18 January, 2022

Moscow International Schools

There are over 20 international schools in Moscow   and the surrounding area, with 11  British schools , 3  IB schools in Moscow  and 2  American schools .  Most are English speaking and some are bi and multi-lingual. Read on to find out what the areas of Moscow are like and how they relate to some of the best Moscow international schools.

Life in Moscow

Moscow is the capital of Russia and the largest city in Europe by area.  It is also one of the most populous cities in the world with an estimated current population of more than 15 million within the city limits and 25 million within its metropolitan area. According to the 2019 Forbes List, Moscow is home to more billionaires than anywhere else in the world apart from New York and Hong Kong.  Moscow has a rich cultural history and is well known for its unique and beautiful architecture, art, classical music and ballet.  The city is easy to get around on foot or by public transport, although the metro gets very crowded during rush hour.  The roads are very busy with frequent traffic jams.  In recent years Moscow has become a real culinary capital with plenty of excellent restaurants coffee shops.  It is a common misconception that Russians are unfriendly.  In Russian culture it is unusual to smile at strangers.  Most Russians are warm, sincere and honest and will give you a genuine smile once they get to know you.    

Central Moscow

The prestigious district of Arbat is centrally located in the western part of the city and home to a number of embassies.  It is a popular area rich in beautiful architecture and luxurious apartments. 

The central, convenient and lively Tverskaya Street in the north westerly part of the city leads directly to Red Square and the Kremlin.  There are, however, some quieter side streets, like Kamergersky Lane, with beautiful housing and an abundance of restaurants and cafés.

Patriarshiye Prudy

To the southern side of Tverskaya Street is the popular family area of Patriarshiye Prudy (Patriarch’s Ponds).  This is a calm and quiet neighbourhood around a beautiful city park.

Basmanny District

To the east of the city centre is the Basmanny District, a clean, green neighbourhood considered to be a calm oasis in the heart of the city.  This area is home to Chistye prudy (Clean Ponds), a popular park with paddle boats to rent in the Summer or ice skates in the Winter.

Tretyakov Gallery

Situated in the southern part of the city, the Tretyakov Gallery area is lively with plenty of upmarket bars and coffee shops.  There are some quieter neighbourhoods off the main streets of Pyatnitskaya and Ordynka.

Outside the Garden Ring

Fruzenskaya area.

To the south west of the city, just outside the Garden Ring, is the Fruzenskaya embankment.  This area is very leafy and green overlooking the Moscow River and Gorky Park.  This area is popular with families but apartments are often quite small and expensive. 

Leningradsky Prospekt

Leningradsky Prospekt is a busy avenue to the north west of the city that connects with the top of Tverskaya Street at its southern end.  This quirky, bohemian area, famous for its Artist’s Village (Sokol area), is leafy and green with some remaining dachas (Russian country cottages).

Outer areas of Moscow

Botanical garden district.

Around 10 km to the north of the centre is the green district of Moscow’s Botanical Gardens, one of the largest in Europe, is a great place which boasts a valuable collection of rare plants while providing visitors with the opportunity to plunge into the world of nature without having to leave the city. It is also home to one of the most visited and favorite places of rest and entertainment for guests and residents of the capital - VDNHa -  the Park, Exhibition and Cultural Complex .

Pokrovsky Hills

Around 15 km to the north west of the city centre is Pokrovsky Hills, an exclusive gated, residential community with family housing situated in a hilly, wooded area adjacent to the   several international schools .  

Another 5 km further to the north west of the city centre is Rosinka.  This luxurious, gated international community of individual family homes is spread over 134 acres with facilities including a private lake with its own beach, a woodland nature reserve, playgrounds and a leisure centre with sports facilities, conference facilities and a restaurant. 

Serebryany Bor 

Just under 20 km to the west of the city is the ecological forest park island of Serebryany Bor.  In addition to the protected ancient woodland this area has clean beaches, a watersports complex, marinas and stables. This area also has spacious, family housing .

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The International School of Moscow, Rosinka 

Primary language, max class size.

The International School of Moscow (ISM) Rosinka offers a contemporary English international education to students aged from 2 to 11. Established in 2007, the School has a student body of over 1000 and boasts more than 60 nationalities. ISM Rosinka welcomes students aged 2-11. It is located inside Rosinka’s gated territory and is a unique, all through safe, family friendly community school that offers an exceptional outdoor programme. The school is a member of Nord Anglia Education, a growing network of 69 schools established across the globe, and collaborates with world-leading organisations, including the Juilliard School, MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) and UNICEF. Please feel free to watch our promotional video to learn more about Rosinka: https://youtu.be/K7l2cUXb6Ys ISM Rosinka: +7 (499) 922 44 05 [email protected]

Hinkson Christian Academy 

Hinkson Christian Academy (HCA) is an English language elementary and secondary school located in Moscow, Russia. For over 20 years, Hinkson has served the needs of expat and local families who desire their children to receive a quality English-language education that is informed by a Christian worldview, and values Christian character principles. Hinkson Christian Academy is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International, whose accreditation is recognized worldwide.

Britannia School 

Britannia School Moscow is a traditional British Nursery and Primary school that teaches students from the age of 1,5 years old to 7 years old. We follow the British Early Years Foundation stage (EYFS) and the English national curriculum. All lessons at Britannia School are taught in English by experienced native-speaking British teachers. Our school offers additional after school clubs, weekend English classes and summer camp to both internal and external students. Every year Britannia School Moscow graduates successfully enter international schools in Moscow and overseas.

Embassy of India School 

Embassy of India School (KV) Moscow is a vibrant educational institution in Moscow catering to the educational needs of the wards of the Embassy of India personnel and community of Indian origin. The main objective of the School is to impart quality education of an international standard, together with developing the holistic personality of the child, to face the challenging needs of the ever changing society. Established in the year 1987, today the school has a strength of a little over 350 students with classes I to XII and has Science and Commerce streams. The school is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (C.B.S.E), New Delhi and follows the curriculum framed by NCERT, New Delhi, India.

English International School Moscow 

English International School Moscow offers a warm and welcoming setting, in which students can develop a love of learning and parents are an integral part of our school community. We encourage regular communication with parents as we believe that working in partnership is the key to a successful outcome. 

The International School of Moscow, Krylatskoe Campus 

English, iGCSE, A-Level

The International School of Moscow (ISM) is a leading international school in the region, with a strong academic track record. ISM welcomes students aged 2-18 and offers unique Secondary and Sixth Form opportunities due to the large international student body and a wide variety of (I) GCSE and A level subjects. The school is a member of Nord Anglia Education, a growing network of 77 schools established across the globe, and collaborates with world-leading organisations, including the Juilliard School, MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) and UNICEF. Our school VISION is to: - Provide an education that is friendly, engaging, vibrant and inspiring, nurturing students’ potential and maximising their achievement. - Provide an individually-tailored approach for every child through a warm and caring pastoral care programme. - Develop the skills and mindset needed for students to thrive in an ever-changing world, whilst delivering traditional British values in an international context and engaging learning environments. Our MISSION is that every pupil: - Loves coming to school, has a passion for learning and achieves more than they ever thought possible. - Is educated for the future and is able to achieve truly outstanding academic results on a pathway to the world’s top universities. - Upholds the values of honesty, tolerance, integrity and respect for others. ISM currently has two campuses in Moscow: 1) The Krylatskoe Campus 2) The Rosinka Campus To learn more about ISM , please visit our website or contact us: +7 (499) 922 44 00 [email protected]

International School of Tomorrow 

International School of Tomorrow Moscow was started in 1992 to cater to the academic needs of the diplomatic community. Today the School offers its services to both Russian and International students providing the best university-bound education. From the very beginning the School has adhered to the principle of ensuring quality in all aspects - academics, spiritual growth, and character building. During the last 13 years of its existence, the International School of Tomorrow has proved its merit and has become an Embassy school for the international community of 30 countries. Today International School of Tomorrow graduates study all around the world. The diploma issued by the School became a recognizable trademark in more than 500 Universities including the USA and Britain.

British International School Moscow 

At the British International School Moscow (BIS), we welcome and educate students from around the world. We help facilitate new families settling into Moscow and are aware that parents who relocate need to be reassured that their children are educated and develop in a safe and secure environment. As such, we have a proud history of providing ‘excellence in education’ to the pupils and parents we serve.

Deutsche Schule Moskau 

Deutsche Schule Moskau (DSM) , is the school of the German Embassy in Moscow and one of 140 German schools abroad. DSM is aware of its guest role in Russia. The teaching of the common history of the two countries is a subject of learning at school. We promote contact and exchange with the city of Moscow and the entire country.  The support of the children in their development to social and self-responsible action is a central task of our school. Social skills are an important educational goal. This area of competence includes in particular the assumption of responsibility and conflict resolution capability. In addition to the technical and methodological skills, social skills are always promoted in all projects of Deutsche Schule Moskau.

Moscow Economic School 

Moscow Economic School (MES) , is a private, non-governmental, IB World School. Founded as a result of democratic changes in our country, MES was the first and has grown into one of the largest private, non-governmental schools in Russia. Today, we have 600 students, boys and girls from the ages of 3 to 18 years old with over 300 employees. MES is striving to be a bilingual school. Russian is the primary language of instruction in the Primary and Middle Years Programs, but English is beginning to be used as an instructive language in their core subjects beginning in the 1st grade. By the time our students begin the Diploma Program, all of their lessons are taught in English.

Heritage International School 

Russian,English

Heritage International School offers a supportive international environment and world-class education and care for children from 2 years old in Moscow. The education is based on the British curriculum with lessons conducted in English by highly qualified international teachers. The school is located near the center of Moscow, by the Yauza River embankment and Sokolniki Park. The new modern building is equipped with the finest learning materials and specialised European furniture. The school founders are known for their successful experience in developing and managing a network of Cambridge international schools in Russia and abroad.

Scuola Italiana Italo Calvino 

Scuola Italiana Italo Calvino was Founded in 1973 for Italians living in Moscow and today the school is also open for children of other nationalities who want to join one of the richest European cultures. One of the priority tasks of the school is to disseminate the Italian language and cultural traditions of Italy in Russia. All classes are held in Italian. The certification is recognized by all schools of the European Union.

Brookes Moscow International IB School 

Brookes Moscow International School is a member of the Brookes Education Group (BEG), a global family of IB schools with seven campuses around the world, including major ones in Cambridge (founded in 1982), Vancouver and Seoul. The 800-pupil capacity Brookes Moscow site welcomes local and international students from age 2 to 18 to its campus and offers the chance to study for the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme. Students also have access to BEG’s family of schools and the opportunity to study abroad. Highest academic standards and enquiry-based learning.

The English School of Science and Technology 

International English School of Science & Technology (ESS)  is a co-educational independent school that offers students from diverse backgrounds the best of English national education. The school is firmly based on the academic standards found in a typical, high-quality British independent school.  ESS is a rigorous international university preparatory school specializing in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). English School of Science & Technology is small enough to provide a caring, respectful atmosphere whilst promoting the highest academic achievement. The warm and welcoming school community makes it an ideal place to receive a quality education with a diploma valid for the best Universities around the world.

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