C. V. Nunes Primary School

This room houses our library. This library has books for all ages. Books can be selected from a variety for research/enjoyment. This is specifically for reference. There is also another room on the western wing called our Reading Room. This main purpose is for pupils to read and enjoy books in an informal setting. Scheduled visits to the Reading Room are always supervised by a designated teacher. C.V. Nunes Primary receives text and exercise books from the Books Distribution Unit via Department of Education and others are received from donor agencies. Accountability of all books received and distributed is maintained in the school’s record keeping system. DISTRIBUTION












Exercise books are distributed by Teachers assigned to all grades. Class Teachers distribute to all pupils using the prescribed format. EXERCISE BOOK
ACQUISITION





Exercise Books are to be distributed on accordance with the guide lines issued
from time to time by the Ministry of Education. Accountability of Exercise books
received and distributed from the Distribution Unit is documented in a prepared
ledger and maintained. TEXT BOOK INVENTORY












Audit of Text Books is done twice per term at the beginning and ending. Lost is accounted for on a Lost Report form. Any text book that is damaged or
destroyed must be paid for, or replaced by the person – staff member or learner
to whom the book was/is loaned. Acquisition is done on a termly basis. TEXT AND EXERCISE BOOK POLICY




Text Books
Text Books are documented in two ledgers. One Text Received
Books received are listed as per grade and subject along with the author,
amount and the receiving officer signature and date received. Two Distributed




This ledger is referred to as the Loan Book/Ledger. This book accounts for all
the books on loan. DRESS CODE
LADIES
NO
- Rubber slippers
- Short pants
- Tights, fine straps or strapless dress or tops, midrift or tubes.
- T-shirts with slogans and arts








GENTS




NO
- Rubber slippers
- Short pants
- Trunks
- Sleeveless
- Vests
- T-shirts with slogans and arts
































DEPORTMENT








1. Social behavior must be guided by the principles contained in




“The Manners and Social Etiquette for Students, their teachers




and all of us”








2. Teachers must demonstrate exemplary behaviour at all times. SPECIFIC/MISCELLANEOUS RULES
1. Work 08:30 hrs for the morning session and 12:30 hrs for the afternoon session.




2. Dismissal time 11:30 hrs and 14:00 hrs for Grades 1 and 2 and at 11:30 hrs and
14:30 hrs for Grades 3 to 6.




3. No child nor teacher shall leave the school compound without the permission
during Instructional Time.




4. No child shall leave the school building without the permission of a teacher or
the Headmistress.




5. No person shall enter the school compound without the permission of the
Headmistress.




6. No more than one pupil from one class shall be out of a class at the same time.




7. All boys shall wear their shirts in their pants.




8. The school shall have formal assembly Fridays.




9. No smoking shall be allowed by anyone in the school.




10. No idlers shall be allowed on the school premises when school is in session.




11. Pupils should purchase items from the canteen during recess time.




12. Pupils must always use the bin to dispose for their litter.




13. Visitors must seek permission from the Headteacher of Teacher-in-Charge before
visiting the classrooms.
14. Pupils must play in the open areas. DRESS REGULATIONS
Teachers must be appropriately and soberly dressed as determined by the
headteacher and keeping with the code of conduct for teachers. UNIFORM PATTERNS




















































Girls: Brown kimono and cream Boys: Brown pants and cream
Shirt. Brown ribbon, black boots shirt. Black boots and dark
and white socks. coloured socks. OBJECTIVES




- To provide each child with basic communication skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing.




- To develop basic mathematical concepts and consumption skills.

- To help each child to think independently.
- To provide each child with experiences that make him/her aware of beauty in the
environment and to encourage him/her to express his/her ideas and feeling
through a variety of creative activities.

- To enhance each child’s psycho-motor development.
- To enhance each child’s awareness of himself or herself.
- To help child to develop a feeling of self-worth and reliance.




- To help child to interact with each other in socially accepted way.




- To develop in each child a feeling of patriotism.




- To maintain communication between schools and home and the community in order to cater for the needs of children of this age group. GRADUATION EXERCISE/VALEDICTORY




The Culture of C.V. Nunes Primary School is to have an Annual Graduation/Prize
Giving Exercise where pupils from Grades 1 – 6 are honoured for their outstanding
performance both academically and for their participation in extra curricular
activities. The best graduating pupil(s) at the Grade Six Assessment would give the valedictory
speech. At this exercise the Headteacher would present his/her annual report. An Official from the Education Department is invited to give a speech while some
one from the community gives the charge to the graduands. SCHOOL CURRICULUM




The C.V. Nunes Primary School focuses on maximizing the full potential of every pupil. As such the curriculum is so structured to address the needs of its diverse learners. Our school embraces all the Ministry of Education programmes prepared for the Primary Schools. The curriculum is delivered and reviewed periodically by the SMT
(School Management Team) and the necessary adjustments are made where necessary. The school ensures that a quality curriculum is being delivered especially in Literacy and Numeracy. Teachers’ competencies are constantly upgraded by participating in Workshops and Seminars sponsored by the Ministry of Education/Department of Education. Monthly involvement of teachers in Level Committee Meetings and regular Staff Development Sessions all help in enhancing a through and improved curriculum delivery. Our curriculum caters for the needs of under performing pupils. A remediation programme based on pupils’ out put at the various assessments (internal and external) is planned and effected by teachers. Involvement in extra curricular activities also form an integral part of the school’s curriculum. REGULARITY












All pupils are expected to attend school everyday unless they are ill. Parents must communicate with class teacher the reason/s for child’s
absence. MISSION STATEMENT












To provide and intellectually stimulating and child-friendly environment




for all pupils of C.V. Nunes Primary to develop their potential to the




highest level of achievement. SCHOOL’S PLEDGE




I pledge myself to uphold the good name of C.V. Nunes Primary School. To obey all school rules, to be respectful to my elders, teachers and fellow
pupils. To work diligently to improve my knowledge skills and attitude. And to use my personal achievement for the uplift of my community. ABSENCE








When pupils are absent from school for three months without notification the
pupils’ names will be withdrawn from the registers (Pupils’ Attendance and
Admission Withdrawal Registers. Attendance of pupils is encouraged at all times. Should a child be absent, a letter of excuse must be written and signed by the
parent/guardian and addressed to the class teacher. PUNCTUALITY








Pupils are expected to arrive at school on time. The day’s work commences




at 08:30 hours. Pupils who arrive after 08:30 hours are considered late. The School Rules of C.V. Nunes Primary




1. Assembly time 08:30 hrs for the morning session and 12:30 hrs for the afternoon
session.




2. Dismissal time 11:oo hrs for Grade 1 and Grade 2 and 11:30 hrs for
Grades 3 to 6 in the morning session and 14:00 hrs for Grades 1 and 2 and
14:30 hrs for grades 3 to 6 in the afternoon session.




3. No child nor teacher shall leave the school compound without the Headteacher’s
permission between assembly and dismissal times.




4. No child shall leave the school building without the permission of a teacher or
the Headteacher.




5. No person shall enter the school compound without the permission of the
Headmistress.




6. The school shall have formal assembly on Mondays and Fridays.




9. No idlers shall be allowed on the school premises when school is in session. SCHOOL POLICY ON WEAPONS




Pupils and Teachers are not allowed to bring any guns, pointed or sharp




object in school eg. knives, broken bottles. HOURS OF ATTENDANCE








Pupils and Teachers contact hours on a daily basis. Pupils




Grades 1 & 2




A.M 08:30 - 11:00 hours (2 ½ hours)
P.M. 12:30 - 14:00 hours (1 ½ hours)




Total 4 hours per day




Grade 3 - 6




A.M 08:30 - 11:30 hours (3 hours)
P.M 12:30 - 14:30 hours (2 hours)




Total 5 hours per day




Teachers
Teachers contact hours on a daily basis. A.M. 08:30 - 11:30 hours
P.M. 12:30 - 14:30 hours
Total 5 hours
However, teachers must arrive 15 minutes before the session starts,
(according to Ministry’s Policy). HOME WORK








Home Work must be done on a regular basis. These may be given as research, completion of projects,
written activity reading, spelling, revision of summaries etc. Home Work must not be done by parent/guardian but by the child
him/herself assisted by a Parent/Guardian. REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION




The following are requirements necessary for the admission of pupils
to C.V. Nunes Primary School.








1. Letter of acceptance from the Department of Education.




2. Birth Certificate




3. School Medical Record













































SCHOOL SONG




A Forward Thrust
1. Nunes the Primary School
The aim high school
The vision school
Will win the victory
As we do our work with will

CHORUS
Working, building everyday
Singing, playing painting too
Writing, reading all day long
Learning with a will




2. God send your blessing here
To build and mould thy children dear
Build our integrity
And fashion us in love
CHORUS
3. Progress lies within our hands
Within our hearts
Within our souls
So let us do our best
To mould our destiny

CHORUS
4. We’re taught the way to build
That we may grow to strive and win
God bless our teachers dear
As we work in unity












BRIEF HISTORY OF THE SCHOOL
The C.V. Nunes Primary School, formerly the Anna Regina Primary School is situated on the eastern side of the public road within the vicinity of the Anna Regina High Bridge which is in the south and the Anna Regina Police Station in the north. It is believed that the school was constructed on estate lands on which a hospital was located. In 1996, the Ministry of Education decided to construct a new school building which was completed and handed over to the then Headmaster, Mr. Wilton Isaacs, in 1997. In official opening took place six months later. The first Headmaster of Anna Regina Primary School was Mr. W.A. King. Under his headship, the school started with an enrolment of four hundred and seventy (470) pupils, on 2nd September, 1935. Today, the C.V. Nunes Primary School, formerly the Anna Regina Primary School boasts a population of over seven hundred and seventy (770) pupils and twenty-nine (29) teachers. Over past Headteachers of the school include:-
1. Mr. King
2. Robinson
3. I. Fields
4. C. Blackman
5. Nunes
6. A. Alli
7. Cumberbatch
8. O.D. Williams
9. J. Alexander
10. R. Davidson
11. D. Ragubeer
12. H. Dyal
13. O. Ramlall
14. Sooklall
15. W. Isaacs
16. B. Rahamat
17. Panday Persaud








BRIEF HISTORY OF THE SCHOOL




The present building which is built through funding from the Primary Education
Improvement Programme has a unique architectural design. It has accommodation
for thirty classrooms, a library, a canteen, a Headteacher’s Office, a staff room, sick
bay, computer room and toilet facilities for both staff and pupils. The annex, which is found in the western part of the School Compound, houses
Grade Four. This building is also used to facilitate community services such as
Workshops, Seminars, evening classes, indoor games and other programmes
permitted by the Department of Education. CARE OF PROPERTY








It is the obligation of school administrators, teachers and parents to
ensure that learners take great care of the school building and all
other assets. It is also the personal obligation of the learner to ensure that he/she
abides by rules as they relate to this area. SANITARY BLOCKS - PUPILS




- 4 toilets for 100 – 150 pupils
- 6 toilets for 151– 250 pupils
- 8 toilets for 251 – 350 pupils
- 10 toilets for 351– 450 pupils
- 12 toilets for 451 – 600 pupils

SANITARY BLOCKS - TEACHERS




- 2 toilets for 10 - teachers
- 4 toilets for 20 - teachers
- 6 toilets for 30 - teachers








The number of toilets must be divided between the sexes. Sanitact units must be
placed in the toilets used by female teachers and female students. Pupils height of toilet bowls must be suitable for Levels 1 and 11. LUNCH BREAK








Lunch time begins at 11:00/11:30 and ends at 12:30 hours. During this period
Those pupils residing within the school’s community would go home for lunch. Those pupils who reside far from the school would take lunch in school. Those teachers who remain in school during the lunch period are asked to
supervise these pupils as they have lunch. These teachers are also asked to
ensure that discipline is maintained and that pupils practise good eating habits. OUT OF BOUNDS AREA




At no time should pupils be engaged in play around the following areas:








1. Stairways




2. Corridors




3. Library




4. Reading Room




5. Main bridge leading to school









































DETENTION




This is a form of punishment administered to learners to help him/her
display responsible behavior and positive attitudes. Detention may take the form of:




- Withdrawal of recess or luncheon periods.
- Additional learning tasks. Learners who did not turn up to serve detention or who, while serving
detention behave in any unacceptable manner will be further sanctioned
by the headteacher. REPORTING AND PROMOTION SYSTEM




BOOKLET




Each pupil of the school should have a Report Booklet into which the marks obtained
in the different subject areas will be recorded. The Report Booklet should also reflect pupils’ attendance, punctuality, conduct and special achievements. Parents or guardians will be updated on their child’s performance from the booklets, when they attend Divisional Meetings, Open Days or Parent Conferences. Pupils will be updated in a timely manner as to their strengths and weaknesses as identified. Analysis of pupils work will also be sent to the Department of Education. The school operates within the guidelines set out by the Ministry of Education as it
relates to promotion of learners. No repetition shall take place at the Primary Level. The emphasis of C.V. Nunes Primary is prevention and early intervention. See circular No. 8/2009. CLUBS








The school has one functioning club – The C.V. Nunes Primary School Bible Club. As the name suggests it is a club for all pupils of the school and it is guided by the principles of the Holy Bible. The affairs of the club are monitored by the Christian Teachers who are willing to sacrifice an half hour of their luncheon break each Wednesday to meet with pupils. The objective of the Bible Club is to know Christ and make him known. Pupils are taught choruses and spiritual songs and they are told Bible stories. Opportunity for them to interact with pupils of other Bible Clubs is afforded them annually when ever at the Regional Bible Club Festival. SUBSTANCE ABUSE








All are expected to adhere to rules governing substance abuse.
- Smoking of ci******es or inbibing alcoholic beverages within the precints of the school is not permitted.




- Drugs not prescribed by qualified persons are not allowed on the school premises. All teachers are to ensure that regulations are brought to the attention of pupils under their charge. School Management Team and other employees shall make reasonable attempts to maintain an environment free of ci******es drugs and alcohol. NUNES PRIMARY – SCHOOL ASSESSMENT








The Assessment of C.V. Nunes Primary School serves to guide teachers in their
preparation and in the implementation of the curriculum. It also serves to provide general information that can be used to enlighten parents and
other stakeholders on assessments as done. PURPOSE OF ASSESSMENT
Assessment in school will be done for diagnostic and promotional purposes.
1. Continuous assessment will be done as pupils are actually working through a unit. Information so gathered will:
(a) guide instruction in terms of method, pace and emphasis. (b) provide information so that behavioural changes are there at each stage of the
learning process.




© provide information which can be used to engage all stakeholders in discussion
on the development of the child. Continuous assessment at the national level at Grade 2, 4 and 6 will continue as set out by the Ministry of Education.




2. Terminal assessment will also be done at the end of the term after pupils would have completed the planned programme of work in the different subject areas. Results of terminal assessment will be used to:
(a) guide teachers in planning for new term or new school year. (b) determine pupils position or grade in class and for promotional purposes. Types of Assessments
Different types or methods of assessment will be done in the school both formally and informally as the need arises. These will include:
- Paper and pencil procedures e.g. tests, quizzes, examinations.
- Projects
- Oral questioning
- Performance assessment
- Group assessment
- Teacher observations
- Checklists
















GRADING SYSTEM




The Administrative Staff of the school assigns teachers to conduct and supervise Termly Assessments in classes. These teachers are responsible for marking of test scripts. Marking of scripts is guided by Marking Schemes worked out by Supervisors and teachers of each grade. The schemes must have the approval of the Administrative Staff. Grading Key for Music and Physical Education




A - 45 - 50
B - 30 - 39
C - 20 - 29
D - 10 - 19
E - 1 - 9













































PREFECT SYSTEM




The Prefect Body of C.V. Nunes Primary School is an integral part of the organization,
working in collaboration with the staff for the preservation and improvement of
discipline. Composition of the Body




The prefect body comprises pupils drawn from Grades III to VI totaling 26: 13 boys
13 girls. Some pupils are recommended by their class teachers. The names are presented to the Headteacher for approval. A Senior teacher has responsibility for managing the affairs of the body. She/He is assisted by other teachers. STUDENT GOVERNMENT
Objectives of the Student Government
i. To assist in the smooth functioning of the school. ii. To cultivate good leadership qualities in pupils. iii. To provide opportunities for pupils to share their concerns. The Student Government is formed at school level through pupil elections. This body is charged with having periodic meetings to talk about pupil concerns, plan assembles or discuss pupils issues with the School Management Team. The pupils on this body are involved in specific activities such as welcoming, assembly, sanitation, beautification. STUDENT GOVERNMENT ORGANISATIONAL CHART






























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GAMES/PHYSICAL EDUCATION

The Physical development of the body is assured by pupils participation in Physical Education and games. Games/Physical Education appear on the school timetable from Grades 1 – V1 and all teachers are mandated to ensure the curriculum for each is delivered in accordance to Ministry of Education policy. Pupils who are medically ill are exempted from participating in Game and Physical Education. Nunes Primary School (former Anna Regina Primary) was established

on the 23rd of September, 1935.