Research Websites

To all Notre Dame Researchers

Welcome to our easy access research platform.

Remember: Research is finding out all about something so that you become knowledgeable enough to answer the questions yourself!

Do use the links provided here
Do make a list of keywords before you start
Do remember the PLUS method to plan your research
Do write down the name of the website where you found the information (not the search engine that sent you there!!)
Do record your findings in bullet points, fact boxes, diagrams and mind maps
Do use ‘kids’ sites’ so that you understand the information you find

Don’t ever use Google, Wikipedia or Wiki-answers
Don’t type in your whole question, always use keywords
Don’t copy any information, always use your own words
Don’t bother with whole sentences for notes, but be neat – you need to be able to use them later!

Never be satisfied with something you don’t understand – ask someone to explain, or move onto the next place in your research list

Finally, research can be challenging, but don’t give up – the information is out there….

These links can help you with your research. They include special search engines for children and an encyclopedia.

PLUS for pupils

World Book for Kids - On-line encyclopedia

Woodlands Junior School - Links to lots of useful web sites for research

Fen Primary School - Links to many web sites with information suitable for KS2

Fact monster - American reference resource for children

Kids net - A useful search engine and subject directory for children

Kidsclick - Subject directory for children

Yahoo Kids - homework help from an American subject directory

American on-line public library for children

KidRex - Search engine for children

Home Espresso (use logon provided at school)

“Pupils follow a demanding and imaginative curriculum and are successful in entry to the senior schools of their choice, including the award of scholarships” and “Their personal development benefits from a carefully planned programme of personal, social and health education. Parents and pupils commend the wide range of clubs and opportunities outside the classroom”.

ISI Inspection Report 2011

"The care devoted to the well-being and development of all pupils is outstanding, as is the quality of relationships. The school fully meets its aim of providing the highest quality pastoral care for their pupils."
2007 Independent Schools Inspectorate Report

"The transition of pupils from one year to the next is carefully managed and leavers are well prepared for life after school. Leavers' self-reliance, sense of responsibility and ability to manage their own independent learning are well developed as a matter of policy."
2007 Independent Schools Inspectorate Report

"Pupils are proud of their school"
"Teachers know their pupils very well"
"The pupils’ personal development is excellent"
"The school is highly successful in meeting its aims to create a community that is
fully inclusive of all faiths and cultures whilst maintaining a Catholic ethos"