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)

"Excellent pastoral care in the quiet and positive atmosphere of the school supports pupils very well"
"Excellent planning, open-ended questioning and dynamic pace challenged pupils to use their knowledge, test their understanding, develop their thinking and maximise their potential"
"Considerable creative skills"

2011 Independent Schools Inspectorate Report

“From the first moment that a student sets foot in a Catholic school, he or she ought to have the impression of entering a new environment, one illumined by the light of faith, and having its own unique characteristics ..."

Fr. Christopher Jamison

"No matter what the child’s academic ability, the school endeavours to find the individual’s special gift"
Preparatory School Parent

"Relationships between staff and pupils, and amongst the pupils themselves, are excellent. Parents appreciate the care provided for their children. Pupils are confident, caring and keen to celebrate the success of others. Pupils of all ages have outstandingly well-developed personal qualities.”

2011 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

"We are all educators... accompanying young people in their efforts to build their lives for today and tomorrow."
St Jeanne de Lestonnac Founder of The Company of Mary Our Lady

“Teachers know their pupils well and care is taken to ensure that they build on what they have already learnt. The pupils’ successes are due, in large part, to the excellent teaching”.

2011 ISI Inspection Report

"Pupils are articulate and highly capable"
"Staff are wholeheartedly committed to the well-being of the pupils"
"Pupils display very positive attitudes towards their learning and a high degree of motivation"
"Sixth form pupils show a mature attitude towards their studies and have highly developed analytical skills"

2011 Independent Schools Inspectorate Report

“Excellent leadership and management are reflected in the pupils’ outstanding overall achievement and personal development. The hallmark of the management is that nothing is left to chance, with meticulous attention to detail. Teamwork is of a high order.”

2011 ISI Inspection Report

"The strong focus on the value of each individual enables pupils to grow rapidly in self-esteem and confidence"
"Pupils show consideration and respect for their teachers and for each other"
"Relationships throughout the school are warm and supportive"

2011 Independent Schools Inspectorate Report

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