Links with the Community
At Berkley School, our community links are an important part of who we are. We believe children learn best when they feel connected to the world around them, so we actively build strong relationships with local organisations, charities and services.
Through visits, visitors, shared projects and local events, our pupils experience learning beyond the classroom. These links help children understand their place in the community, develop confidence and build a sense of responsibility.
We are proud to work alongside our families and local partners to create meaningful opportunities that enrich learning and strengthen our school community.
| School Website | The school website keeps parents, governors and the community informed about the school and its activities. |
| Network Magazine | On a monthly basis, a member of staff writes an update about what is going on in school, to be read by the local parishes |
| Emails | Emails can be sent to parents with alerts and notifications |
| Class Dojo |
ClassDojo is a simple, child‑friendly platform that helps teachers, pupils, and families stay connected. Teachers can share class updates, celebrate positive behaviour, and communicate easily with parents, all in a secure online space. |
| School Facebook Page | Information can be displayed on the facebook page for parents and the local community. The posts are shared directly on Frome town community facebook pages. |
| Newsletters | Weekly newsletters keep parents and governors informed of school events and school achievements. This is also published on our school web site for community information and on the school’s facebook page. They are shared on the parent portal Class Dojo. Paper copies are available if requested |
| Local Press |
The local press is invited to print articles and photographs of school activities. |
| School Events | Parents and friends of the school are invited to a variety of school events such as the Autumn Fayre, Summer Fayre,Church services etc. |
| Local Schools | Tag rugby tournament takes place with local schools. Liaison procedures are in place for pupils in all key stages. The pupils’ learning is enhanced through opportunities through links with wider schools such as Selwood Academy |
| Local Colleges | Students from local colleges use this school for teaching practice and work experience. |
| Places of Worship | There are regualr services at St Mary's Church, Berkley. Pupils attend services at local places of worship. Pupils have visited St Johns Church in Frome and All Saints Church at Rodden. There is an annual pilgrimage to Wells Catherdral for Year 4. |
| Local Groups | The school hall is available for use after school hours by local groups. |
| After School Club | These are held regularly all year round and can involve the local community. |
| Outside Speakers | Speakers representing the Police, Health Authority, Road Safety, St Johns Ambulance, Fire brigade, Oxfam etc. are invited to talk to our pupils at the appropriate times. |
| Local Workshops | Somerset highways came to talk to the children about road safety. A parent came to to talk the children about rail safety. |
| Local Industry | Pupils visit local businesses e.g. thus providing further learning experiences. Farms, library, churches Frome Museum and local attractions. |
| Local Residents | There is a connection with Berkley Village Community supporting the church with the weekly assembly collection. |