REDBORNE UPPER SCHOOL & COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Handbook for Parents, Carers and Students
Year 9 2011-12
A High Performing Training, Science and Sports College CONTENTS
Essential Information 1 Statement of Aims 2 Term Dates 2011-2012, 2012-2013 3 Care for the Individual Student 4
The School Day 6 Travel To and From School 6 Attendance Regulations 8 Timetable 2011-2012 : Weeks A and B 9 The Curriculum 2011-2012 10 Homework 11
Students who have Special Educational Needs 12 Students who are Gifted and Talented 13 Careers Education and Guidance and Work Relating Learning 14
Lunch Hour Arrangements 15 Student Voice 17 Praise and Reward 18 Extra Curricular Activities, Musical Activities and the Library 19
Discipline 20 Sanctions 24 School Shop 25 Personal Property and Insurance 26
Uniform 27 PE Kit 28 The Governing Body 29 Parent, Carer, School, Student Partnership 30 Redborne Association 30
School, Student, Parent/Carer Agreement 32 PE Fixtures, Administration of Pain Relieving Medication, Use of Images and Use of Electronic Devices 33 ICT Acceptable Use Policy 34 School Cycle Parking Permit 35
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
School Address: Redborne Upper School and Community College Flitwick Road Ampthill Bedfordshire MK45 2NU
E-mail address: [email protected] Website: www.redbornecommunitycollege.com
Telephone Number: 01525 404462 Year 9 Direct Line 01525 842618 with Voicemail:
Fax Numbers: North School 01525 841246 South School 01525 841629
Governors: Chairman: Dr R A’Court Vice Chairman: Mrs A Brown
Senior Staff: Headteacher: Mr N Croft Deputy Headteachers: Mrs D Buthee Mrs L Darlow Mr S Gray Assistant Headteacher: Mr A French
Year Staff 2011-2012: Head of Year 9: Mr R Woodward Assistant Head of Year 9: Mr A Evans Assistant Head of Year 9: Miss M Piggott
School Counsellor: Mrs M Walton Pastoral Support Officer: Mrs C Watson SENCO: Mr T Eager Careers Personal Adviser: Mrs K Armstrong* Parent Support Adviser: Mrs S Smitham*
Office Staff: Headteacher’s PA: Mrs L Ellis Main Reception: Mrs C Molyneux Mrs L Jeffrey
South School Office: Mrs S Flynn Mrs P Jones
North School office is Monday to Thursday: 8.00-4.30 open: Friday: 8.00-4.00
* part-time staff
STATEMENT OF AIMS
The statement of aims is a working document, which provides a framework for all that we are striving to achieve at Redborne.
The 2 basic aims are as follows:
To foster the spiritual, emotional, moral, cultural, mental and physical development of all students, both as individuals and as members of society, and thus seek to realise each student’s full potential in all areas of school life.
To prepare all students to approach positively and confidently the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of adult life.
In particular we aim at Redborne:
To provide an environment, which is friendly, stimulating, disciplined, supportive and positive, and which promotes an attitude of co-operation and self-discipline.
To provide equality of opportunity for all to enjoy learning, experience success, receive recognition and thus achieve respect, dignity and self-confidence.
To provide a broad balanced coherent and appropriate educational experience for each individual.
To develop both individual and group skills, powers of clear, creative, critical and reflective thinking, and the capacity to make informed and responsible decisions.
To develop a reasoned set of attitudes, values and beliefs, combined with an open-minded and sensitive attitude towards the ideas and views of others.
To encourage an awareness and understanding of the variety of the world’s beliefs and cultures and of the interdependence of people.
To develop an understanding of the physical world and the necessity to live harmoniously with the natural environment.
To promote a sense of responsibility towards others and a wish to contribute positively and actively to the local community and the wider society.
To develop an appreciation of the value of education as a lifelong process, and the motivation and skills for further learning.
To foster an adaptability which can help individuals cope with changes in the future pattern of life and work.
TERM DATES 2011-2012 Autumn Term 2011 Tuesday 6 September 2011 First Day of Term Friday 21 October 2011 Last Day of First Half of Term Tuesday 1 November 2011 First Day of Second Half of Term Friday 16 December 2011 Last Day of Term
Spring Term 2012 Wednesday 4 January 2012 First Day of Term Friday 10 February 2012 Last Day of First Half of Term Monday 20 February 2012 First Day of Second Half of Term Friday 30 March 2012 Last Day of Term
Summer Term 2012 Tuesday 17 April 2012 First Day of Term Friday 1 June 2012 Last Day of First Half of Term Monday 11 June 2012 First Day of Second Half of Term Friday 20 July 2012 Last Day of Term May Day Monday 7 May 2012
Training Days 2011-2012 (provisional dates) Monday 5 September 2011 Monday 31 October 2011 Tuesday 3 January 2012 Monday 16 April 2012 Monday 23 July 2012
TERM DATES 2012-2013 Autumn Term 2012 Thursday 6 September 2012 First Day of Term Friday 26 October 2012 Last Day of First Half of Term Tuesday 6 November 2012 First Day of Second Half of Term Friday 21 December 2012 Last Day of Term
Spring Term 2013 Tuesday 8 January 2013 First Day of Term Friday 15 February 2013 Last Day of First Half of Term Monday 25 February 2013 First Day of Second Half of Term Thursday 28 March 2013 Last Day of Term
Summer Term 2013 Tuesday 16 April 2013 First Day of Term Friday 24 May 2013 Last Day of First Half of Term Monday 3 June 2013 First Day of Second Half of Term Tuesday 23 July 2013 Last Day of Term May Day Monday 6 May 2013
Training Days 2012-2013 (provisional dates) Tuesday 4 September 2012 Wednesday 5 September 2012 Monday 5 November 2012 Monday 7 January 2013 Monday 15 April 2013
CARE FOR THE INDIVIDUAL STUDENT
FORM TUTOR
The form group is the basic unit of pastoral care. Each form tutor has approximately 28 students in their care and aim to create a sense of group identity. Form tutors are primarily responsible for looking after each student in the form, monitoring academic progress and personal well-being. Form tutors interpret school policies and procedures and actively seek the co-operation of students.
HEAD OF YEAR
The Head and Assistant Heads of Year work closely with their form tutors in supervising the academic and general welfare of all the students in the year group. They:
. Maintain high standards of work, appearance and behaviour in the year group . Promote an effective system of pastoral care and guidance . Co-ordinate information received from staff, students, parents, and outside agencies to ensure that necessary information is passed on and suitable action taken . Encourage study skills and the good organisation of work by students in the year . Conduct assemblies . Oversee the tutorial programme . Encourage extra-curricular activities in the year group
If parents are concerned about a general issue rather than an issue concerning a particular subject, they should normally contact the Head of Year and/or the Form Tutor.
COUNSELLING: PERSONAL GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT
The school provides individual support for those students who may be experiencing personal difficulties eg bereavement. The service is based in Middle House (a detached house behind Business Studies) and is confidential. Appointments may be made through a member of the year team or by contacting Mrs Walton direct [email protected]
SAFEGUARDING
The school recognises its responsibility to be vigilant in identifying cases of suspected child abuse. Where cases of abuse are suspected the school will follow the Bedfordshire Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures and refer cases to the appropriate agency. The designated teacher for safeguarding is Mrs Darlow. A copy of the school’s Safeguarding Policy is available on the school website or from the Headteacher.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Financial assistance is available for students to enable them to take part in a range of activities that they might not normally be able to afford. This includes the purchase of equipment, uniform or kit. The support available includes educational visits, activities out of school including holiday activities and activities in the evenings or at weekends. If you would like to apply or you would like further information please contact Mrs Darlow, Deputy Head, on 01525 404462 or email [email protected]
CARE FOR THE INDIVIDUAL STUDENT
MEDICAL ARRANGEMENTS
Mrs Jeffrey has overall responsibility for the administration of first aid in the school. She is based in the Main Office in North School and is in school throughout the day. Mrs Jeffrey is assisted by a number of staff who also have first aid certificates. In the case of illness Mrs Jeffrey will contact parents to arrange for a student to be sent home. Students will not be sent home without parental permission. In the case of serious illness or an accident Mrs Jeffrey will arrange for the student to be referred to a local hospital. Every attempt is made to contact parents by telephone at home or via the emergency contact number.
Please ensure that your contact details are accurate and that the school is informed of any changes.
Students may carry a one-day supply of pain relieving tablets. A one-day supply consists of a maximum of two tablets. The school does not provide pain relieving medication. If your son or daughter is required to bring any other medication to school please inform your child’s Head of Year in writing. In addition, if you feel there are medical matters that you would wish the school to be aware of please contact the Head of Year.
Our School Nurse is Ms K Du Fraisse. Ms Du Fraisse is employed by the local NHS Trust and is based at Flitwick Health Centre 01525 631199.
SEX AND RELATIONSHIPS EDUCATION
The governors believe that appropriate, responsible, careful and sensitive sex and relationships education is an important element in the work of the school in preparing students for adult life. The purpose of the school's Sex and Relationships Programme is:
To provide factual information on sexual matters. To give understanding of sexual attitudes and behaviour in present day society. To encourage students to make informed, reasoned and responsible decisions about their own attitudes to sexual matters, both whilst they are at school and in adulthood.
Sex and Relationships Education is provided in an objective and balanced manner, the teaching and learning being within the context of the school's statement of aims. Students are encouraged to consider the importance of self-restraint, dignity and respect for themselves and others.
Parents have the right to withdraw their child from part of or the entire Sex and Relationships Education Programme outside the National Curriculum. If you wish to withdraw your child from the programme please write to the school marking your letter for the attention of Mrs Darlow, Deputy Head. A copy of the school's Sex and Relationships Education Policy is available on the school website or from the Headteacher.
THE SCHOOL DAY
MORNING SESSION - 8.40 - 1.20 8.35 : Warning Bell 8.40 - 8.50 : Morning Registration 8.50 - 9.50 : Lesson 1 9.50 - 9.55 : Movement time 9.55 - 10.55 : Lesson 2 10.55 - 11.15 : BREAK 11.10 : Warning Bell 11.15 - 12.15 : Lesson 3 12.15 - 12.20 : Movement time 12.20 - 1.20 : Lesson 4
AFTERNOON SESSION - 2.10 - 3.20 2.05 : Warning Bell 2.10 - 2.20 : Afternoon Registration: Form Period/Assembly 2.20 - 3.20 : Lesson 5
The school day changes during examination periods to a 3/2 split with 3 lessons in the morning and 2 lessons in the afternoon. The lunch period changes to 12.15-1.05 during this time.
TRAVEL TO AND FROM SCHOOL
1 When a student joins the school, parents indicate on the Data Capture Sheet the method of travelling to school. This is updated when necessary during the year. Changes may be made, but form tutors must be informed.
PEDESTRIANS
1 Students should remember that they are seen by members of the public on their way to school and on their way home. Good behaviour is noted and so is bad behaviour.
2 Students are subject to the discipline of the school on their way to and from school. Action will be taken and sanctions administered where a student is reported for misbehaviour when walking to or from school
3 When walking to and from school, please show consideration for members of the public who are also using the pavements.
4 Students walking to Flitwick must use the footbridge, for their own safety, and not cross the road near the roundabout.
BICYCLES
1 Cycles must be in good working order and fully equipped to comply with the standards expected by the Police, who may inspect cycles left at the school.
2 In the driveways to the school there is a 10 mph speed limit. Cyclists must observe this.
3 Cycles must be left in the cycle racks in South School (Year 11/Sixth Form) and North School (Years 9, 10, Sixth Form) and must be locked securely, preferably with a lock and key and not a combination device. Detachable equipment (pumps, lamps, etc) should be left at home or taken with the owner during the school day.
4 Cyclists should leave school in an orderly and safe manner. Ride in single file and take particular care when they leave the school driveways to join the main road.
5 Cyclists should always proceed along public roads in single file, giving correct signals as advised in the Highway Code. For their own safety students should NEVER ride whilst listening to a personal audio device eg iPod.
6 Cyclists are advised to wear protective headgear. Cycles brought to school should be security coded.
7 Students who wish to bring a cycle to school should complete a Cycle Permit Form obtainable from their Head of Year.
BUSES
1 All buses bringing school students arrive and depart from the bus bay at the front of South School.
2 Students should wait in an orderly manner for buses prior to departure at the end of school and comply with instructions from staff on duty.
3 Normal school rules apply when travelling on the buses.
4 If a student needs a replacement bus pass they should contact Mrs Darlow who will issue a temporary pass and an application form for a replacement. New bus passes cost £5.
5 If behaviour on buses is unsatisfactory, the right to travel to school by bus may be withdrawn for a period of time or permanently.
Arrangements for travel by bus are made by the School Transport Office which negotiates directly with parents and issues bus passes. If there are any queries or concerns regarding bus travel, parents should contact the Client Transport Team 0300 300 8133 or email [email protected] Parents are welcome to discuss issues with Mrs Darlow.
ATTENDANCE REGULATIONS
It is important that all students arrive in school in good time to get to registration in their form rooms punctually. Persistent and frequent lateness will not be tolerated, and parents will be informed if this is occurring. Students who are late on any two occasions in five consecutive days are given a thirty-minute after school detention.
ABSENCE FROM SCHOOL
1 Parents and carers are requested to contact the school on the first day of absence indicating the reason for the absence. Where a parent contacts the school by e-mail or telephone we ask that the student brings a letter of explanation into school on their return. If no explanation is received, the school will contact parents, probably be telephone. If it is not possible to make contact, the Education Welfare Officer may be asked to call.
ARRANGEMENTS FOR LEAVING PREMISES DURING THE DAY
1 Student in Years 9, 10 and 11 should not leave the premises at lunchtime without a written request from parents or their carer.
2 If a student needs to leave the premises during the school day they should speak with their form tutor who will issue an exeat. The form tutor will need to receive a written request from parents or carer before they may issue an exeat. A medical appointment card is acceptable.
FAMILY HOLIDAYS
Parents are asked to arrange family holidays out of term time. If a holiday has to be taken during term time, parents are asked to complete a Holiday Application Form, and return the form to either North or South School office giving the dates of the holiday. Holiday Application Forms are available from either your son or daughter’s Head of Year or the school office. Family holidays will only be authorised in exceptional circumstances.
BEHAVIOUR ON THE WAY TO AND FROM SCHOOL
We emphasise to students that they are seen by members of the public on their way to school and on their way home and that good behaviour is noted and so is bad behaviour. We would ask parents similarly to emphasise the importance of good behaviour on the way to and from school. Please let the school know if you see or are told of poor behaviour when students travel to and from school.
TIMETABLE 2011-2012: WEEKS A AND B The school operates a fortnightly timetable. It is important that students remember to bring to school the items they need for particular lessons. The following list is provided to assist students.
Autumn Term, 2011 Tuesday, 6 September - Friday, 9 September A Monday, 12 September - Friday, 16 September B Monday, 19 September - Friday, 23 September A Monday, 26 September - Friday, 30 September B Monday, 3 October - Friday, 7 October A Monday, 10 October - Friday, 14 October B Monday, 17 October - Friday, 21 October A
Half-Term Tuesday, 1 November - Friday, 4 November B Monday, 7 November - Friday, 11 November A Monday, 14 November - Friday, 18 November B Monday, 21 November - Friday, 25 November A Monday, 28 November - Friday, 2 December B Monday, 5 December - Friday, 9 December A Monday, 12 December - Friday, 16 December B
Spring Term, 2012 Wednesday, 4 January - Friday, 6 January A Monday, 9 January - Friday, 13 January B Monday, 16 January - Friday, 20 January A Monday, 23 January - Friday, 27 January B Monday, 30 January - Friday, 3 February A Monday, 6 February - Friday, 10 February B
Half-Term Monday, 20 February - Friday, 24 February A Monday, 27 February - Friday, 2 March B Monday, 5 March - Friday, 9 March A Monday, 12 March - Friday, 16 March B Monday, 19 March - Friday, 23 March A Monday, 26 March - Friday, 30 March B
Summer Term, 2012 Tuesday, 17 April - Friday, 20 April A Monday, 23 April - Friday 27 April B Monday, 30 April - Friday, 4 May A Tuesday, 8 May - Friday, 11 May B Monday, 14 May - Friday, 18 May A Monday, 21 May - Friday, 25 May B Monday, 28 May - Friday, 1 June A
Half-Term Monday, 11 June - Friday, 15 June B Monday, 18 June - Friday, 22 June A Monday, 25 June - Friday, 29 June B Monday, 2 July - Friday, 6 July A Monday, 9 July - Friday, 13 July B Monday, 16 July - Friday, 20 July A
THE CURRICULUM 2011-2012
SUBJECTS NUMBER OF LESSONS
Core Subjects
Mathematics 5 English 6 Science 5-7 IT 3
Expressive and Performing Arts
Art 2 Drama 2 PE/Dance 4 Music 2
Humanities
History 3 Geography 3 Religious Studies 2
Foreign Languages
German or Spanish 4 French or Learning Support 3 7
Technology
Design 2 Food/Textiles 2
Economic Wellbeing 0-2
(TOTAL NUMBER OF LESSONS IN A FORTNIGHT = 50)
TEXTILES AND FOOD TECHNOLOGY
Students following courses in Textiles and Food Technology will be required to purchase materials/ingredients for practical work. There will be a larger cost factor involved in the Food Technology course. Please contact either Mrs Crowther or Mrs Hartley in the Food Technology Department at the beginning of the academic year if you are unable to provide materials/ingredients due to financial hardship. The school will do all it can to support students in such a situation.
HOMEWORK
HOMEWORK IS IMPORTANT
There is no doubt about the importance of homework. Examination success is closely linked with conscientious work done at home.
Reasons for homework: Encourages students to work independently Ensures that syllabuses are covered thoroughly Reinforces understanding of the subject Allows students to practise skills
DIFFERENT TYPES OF HOMEWORK
The amount and type of homework varies greatly between subjects and age groups.
Examples of types of homework: Practice of exercises introduced in class Essays Thorough learning of information Note-making - Project work Reading - Personal research Revision Practice of examination questions Practical exercises Preparation for work to be completed in class Coursework
HOMEWORK VARIES IN LENGTH
Homework will usually be set with a deadline of up to a week. Students should get into the habit of planning their week so that they meet all deadlines and do not leave everything to the last minute.
As a guide to parents, a student in Year 9 should expect homework in two or three subjects each evening, each taking approximately 30 minutes to complete.
HOMEWORK SHOULD BE WRITTEN DOWN
Each student in Year 9 is provided with a homework planner. All students should write down the details of the work set and the date on which it is due to be completed. Your child’s form tutor should check and sign the homework planner on a regular basis, normally once a week.
PARENTS AND CARERS - YOUR PART
Please sign the planner each week in the space provided. Please check that homework is being completed. If you have any concerns about homework contact your son or daughter's Head of Year. If possible, please provide suitable conditions where there is little disturbance. The Library is open throughout the lunch hour and after school until 4.00 pm for students who wish to complete homework in school. In addition, the school operates an after school Homework Club. A copy of the school’s Homework Policy is available on the school website or from the Headteacher.
STUDENTS WHO HAVE SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS
WHAT SORT OF NEEDS?
The Education Act 1981 stated that 20% of all students will, at some point in their school career, have experienced learning difficulties and will therefore have a special educational need. The Code of Practice 2001 introduced a staged model for the identification and assessment of such needs.
HOW DO WE IDENTIFY BOTH THE STUDENTS AND THEIR NEEDS?
A student has a special educational need when they have a greater difficulty in any aspect of learning than the majority of students of the same age. The Redborne Learning Support staff meet their colleagues at middle schools to identify such students to establish the stage reached, and to discuss how their individual needs might continue to be met.
HOW DO WE HELP?
In common with other upper schools we operate a whole school approach with regard to the Code of Practice. All members of staff have a responsibility for these students. Overall co-ordination is the responsibility of Mr Eager but several other members of staff each contribute to the provision we make.
STUDENTS WITH STATEMENTS
If it is felt that a student’s needs cannot be met within the school’s existing resources we can ask the local authority for help. In such cases the student may be issued with a statement of special educational need. Usually, extra resources are then provided by the local authority to help the school with the needs of that particular student. However the statementing process can be a lengthy one. So, from the student’s point of view, the earlier in their school career it is started, the better.
LEARNING SUPPORT TEACHING ASSISTANTS
A team of Learning Support Assistants work in class, across all curriculum subjects to support identified students in accessing the lesson, in developing their abilities and to work towards meeting their Individual Education Plan targets. The Learning Support team have a broad range of qualifications, training and experience and collectively are able to provide both effective support to the students and practical guidance to staff.
WHAT CAN PARENTS AND CARERS DO?
The student with special educational needs is probably at their most vulnerable on entry to upper school. Suddenly they are faced with a bigger building, more teachers, a more complicated timetable and probably more reading and writing than ever before. The confidence of the student can suffer at this time. Parents and carers should try to compensate for this by boosting the student’s self esteem whenever possible. On a practical level parents and carers may help with organising homework, checking that the student has the correct equipment for the day and, of course, informing the school of any problems as they arise. A copy of the school's Special Educational Needs Policy is available on the school website or from the Headteacher.
STUDENTS WHO ARE GIFTED AND TALENTED
We believe that all students are individuals with their own special needs and requirements. We recognise our responsibility to ensure that opportunities are made available for all students to realise their potential. The work we carry out is in accordance with the Institutional Quality Standards and Classroom Standards in Gifted and Talented Education.
THE IDENTIFICATION PROCESS INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
Middle school liaison and collection of data CATs: Initially, Year 9 students are put on the register if they have 129 or above in any of the tests Staff nominations: Subject staff nominate students across all year groups Parental nomination
STUDENTS WILL BE PLACED ON THE REGISTER IF THEY HAVE:
Two or more staff Gifted and Talented nominations One Gifted and Talented and four subject excellence
The register will feature up to 5% of the school’s student cohort.
If students are nominated as Gifted and Talented in only one subject, their progress will still be monitored by subject staff. However, they will not formally be on the Gifted and Talented register, but will instead appear on our ‘shadow register’.
Redborne is pleased to support Gifted and Talented individuals by offering the following provisions:
An individual learning plan (ILP) A careers interview The opportunity to attend any of the enrichment activities run by the school; such as masterclasses, visiting speakers, practitioners, trips to universities Subject specific monitoring: Subject staff negotiate specific targets and strategies with students, according to their specific needs A personalised curriculum with reduction or addition of courses where appropriate and necessary.
EXAMPLES OF YEAR 9 MASTERCLASSES 2010-2011
English Author visit and workshop by writer Alan Gibbons Art Ceramics Workshop Music Pianoman masterclass and concert Geography Visit to Cambridge University and Gifted and Talented workshop Science STEM Club every Monday and Space project PE Gifted and Talented masterclass in sports nutrition Business Social enterprise and Brighter Horizons project Maths Maths challenge in conjunction with feeder schools
CAREERS EDUCATION AND GUIDANCE AND WORK RELATED LEARNING
THE AIM
To help ALL students to make informed choices of career, bearing in mind their abilities, interests, and opportunities available, and thus increase motivation for academic and personal achievement.
THE OBJECTIVES
To develop understanding of the world of employment To enhance students’ self-awareness To widen students’ expectations To equip students with the skills to find out information, to plan and to make decisions on jobs and careers
CAREERS GUIDANCE STAFF
Mrs G McCabe: Head of Careers Education Mrs K Armstrong: Personal Adviser
CAREERS LIBRARY
Mrs Armstrong will be in school each Wednesday. Students who would like to make an appointment to see Mrs Armstrong should contact Mrs McCabe in the Business Studies block. Students have access to the library from 8.40 am-4.00 pm Monday-Friday including break and lunchtimes. The Careers Library, based in the library, is extremely well equipped. The following information is available in the library:
Specialised literature about individual careers General reference books General reference books and information about Higher Education including University and College brochures Current information about job vacancies, courses, training and the school’s careers programme Up to date careers software eg KUDOS and the Connexions website
Careers guidance staff are usually available during Parents’ Consultation Evenings for advice.
WORK RELATED LEARNING
Work Experience – all students in Year 10 have the opportunity to undertake a 2 week placement for work experience. This will enable students to gain an invaluable insight into the world of work and will help them plan their future career path.
Vocational Seminars – students may have the opportunity to take part in a vocational seminar which will enable them to gain information about a particular job role.
LUNCH HOUR ARRANGEMENTS
Students in Years 9, 10 and 11 are NOT allowed to leave the premises unless going HOME to lunch.
LUNCH (1.20-1.50)
There are two restaurants, open from 1.20 to 1.50:
Year 9/10: North School Restaurant Year 11/Sixth Form: South School Restaurant
FREE SCHOOL MEALS
Students may claim a free lunch up to the value of £2.30 per day. You may qualify if you are in receipt of the following:
Income Support or; Income Based Job Seekers Allowance or; Employment & Support Allowance (Income related) or; Guarantee Element of the State Pension Credit or; National Asylum Seekers Support (NASS) or; Child Tax Credit (but not working Tax Credit), and have an annual income that does not exceed £16,190
If you receive any of the above benefits you can apply by phone on 0300 300 8306.
The line is open 8.30 am to 5.30 pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30 to 4.30 pm Friday.
Please make sure you have the following information to hand when you call:
National Insurance numbers for you and your partner, along with your dates of birth and dates of birth for your children
If you receive National Asylum Seekers Support you will need your NASS number.
PACKED LUNCHES
Packed lunches must be eaten in green areas only, eg North School Restaurant or outside (Years 9 and 10) or in South School covered way (Year 11). This rule is relaxed during the summer months when the field may be used as long as litter is put in bins.
MORNING BREAK (10.55-11.15)
Both North and South Restaurants are open during break. In addition, South School Restaurant is open for Sixth Formers only throughout the morning. Hot food purchased in the restaurant should be eaten in the restaurant.
Vending machines are available for use before school, during break, lunchtime and after school. They are not available for use at other times during the day.
SCHOOL ZONES
Use of areas of the school is designated by a specific colour:
1 Green Areas Areas designated green may be used by students. Eating is allowed in this area.
2 Amber Areas Students may use this area. Students may not eat in this area.
3 Red Areas Students should not use this area except for access to lockers, or with the permission of a member of staff. Students are not allowed to eat in this area.
SAMPLE MENU
Meal of the Day Sandwiches Main course + dessert £2.30 Panini £2.00 Main course £1.70 Sandwiches from £1.30 Cheese, Ham, Tuna, Salad Luxury Sandwiches from £1.60 Chicken Tikka, Chicken Mayo
Pasta Dishes Baguettes from £1.70 Pasta Pot £1.70 Cheese, Ham, Tuna, Salad Lasagne £1.70 Luxury Baguettes from £2.00 Chicken Tikka, Chicken Mayo Other Dishes Pasta Bake £1.30 Fruit Beef Curry £1.30 Fresh Fruit £0.30 Quiche £1.30 Fresh fruit pots/kebabs £0.50 Toad in the Hole £1.30 Yogurt £0.50 Lemon Chicken £1.30 Sweet and Sour £1.30 Biscuits Fajitas £1.30 Shortbread £0.55 Baked Potato + filling £1.30 Iced Sponge £0.65 Pain aux Choc £0.65 Snacks Flapjacks £0.65 Baked Beans £0.45 Cookies £0.65 Vegetables £0.45 Rice £0.85 Drinks Pasta £0.85 Fresh Juice £0.40 Chips £1.00 Milk £0.40 Pizza from £1.10 Flavoured Milk £0.45 Cold Pasta Box from £1.00 Bottled Water £0.45 Salad Box from £1.00 Appletizer £0.95 Bacon Roll £1.10
STUDENT VOICE
YEAR COUNCIL
Each year group (9-11) has an elected committee called the Year Council. The Year Council assists with the organisation of fund-raising events, outings and discos.
SCHOOL COUNCIL
The School Council consists of elected members from each year group (9-13). The group meet regularly. The senior students from the School Council represent the student body at school governor level. Students are encouraged to stand for election. The School Council discuss proposed changes in the school and any new initiatives. They publish an Annual Report summarising their achievements.
SPORTS COUNCIL
Similar to the School Council the Sports Council is an elected group. Students help to plan sports events; they carry out research and are required to consult students to seek their views regarding sporting matters.
HOUSE SYSTEM
There are six houses named after former students. The houses are: Bavister, Gonse, Kempton, Phillips, Talbot and Sheridan. Each house has two house captains who are elected by the students. House captains select teams and assist with house assemblies.
ACHIEVEMENT BY STUDENTS
Success in academic work is highly important for ALL our students across the ability range. We will continue to identify, recognise and praise the achievement of:
the student of very limited ability who acquires certain basic skills; the student of average ability who reaches a level above that expected; the student of very high ability
In addition, there are a great variety of other areas of achievement, which demonstrate a range of skills, qualities and attitudes, which should be recognised, encouraged and praised as important accomplishments. For example:
Leadership Charity fund-raising Contribution to the activities of the year group Overcoming adversity Contribution to whole school activities
Subject prizes and prizes for outstanding effort in a particular area are awarded annually.
PRAISE AND REWARD
The school promotes the use of praise and reward as the most important factor in:
Developing a culture of achievement Cultivating an ethos of success Developing self-esteem Managing and guiding student behaviour, motivation and performance
HOUSE POINTS
House Points are awarded when a student has made a special effort or produced an excellent piece of work. All members of staff are issued with a self-inking house point stamp. House points are recorded in the student’s planner using the stamp. When students have collected the appropriate number of points they are awarded a certificate by their Head of Year. The Head of Year will inform parents and carers when a certificate is awarded.
PRAISE POSTCARDS
Praise Postcards are used by some departments. They are posted home when a student has produced an outstanding piece of work or done something quite exceptional.
PRAISE STICKERS
Praise stickers are used by some teachers. They are either issued to students, stuck on a piece of work or in the student’s planner.
SUBJECT PRIZES
Prizes are awarded by subject staff. Each faculty will recommend students for a prize using the following criteria:
sustained effort outstanding progress application enthusiasm perseverance where appropriate
YEAR PRIZES
Year staff, together with Form Tutors of the year group, recommend the allocation of Year prizes using the following criteria:
Contribution to the activities of the Form or Year Community service Charity fund raising Contribution to whole school activities Leadership Overcoming adversity Other categories as appropriate
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
As a school that recognises the importance of educating the ‘whole’ person and encouraging positive self-esteem we like all our students to participate in activities outside the normal curriculum. We value these activities as they offer a range of opportunities for learning and growth and encourage: personal satisfaction and enjoyment new interests commitment reliability self-discipline perseverance co-operation
The range of activities on offer includes some of the following:
Dance Club/Productions Debating Society Drama Club/Productions Chess Wide range of sporting activities Charity Fund Raising Musical activities Year Council Theatre visits Art Club Farm activities Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme
A Freshers’ Fair takes place on Friday 11 September when the different extra curricular activities are advertised. Additional details are sent through the Student Bulletin.
MUSICAL ACTIVITIES
The music department offers a wide and diverse programme of extra curricular activities for singers and instrumentalists. These include full concert orchestra, choir, windband, swing band and groups for specific instruments eg percussion ensembles, clarinet group, flute choir, guitar group and more throughout the year. Year 9 may take part in all of these activities and will find themselves welcomed readily by older students.
THE LIBRARY – LIBRARIAN: MRS V RANDHAWA
Over 18,000 books Seating for 60 students Resources for all subjects Daily Newspapers and Magazines Local history collection Fiction section with a wide range of up-to-date titles to suit all tastes Audio book collection with the latest in teenage fiction Comprehensive reference collection – encyclopaedias/atlases, etc. Newspaper cuttings and pamphlets on current issues Overnight video and DVD collection Computer network, Internet, CD ROMs Security system Open 8.40 am-4.00 pm Monday-Friday
Do encourage your son or daughter
to use this excellent library to borrow and return the books to remember that lost or damaged books must be paid for to follow the ICT code of conduct
DISCIPLINE
OUR AIM
An orderly and positive school. Well ordered routines of work and movement. Friendly and sympathetic attitudes. Reasonable rules and codes of behaviour which are supported by reasonable and effective sanctions.
It is most important for school and parents and carers to work closely together in matters of discipline. If a student persistently misbehaves or works below the standard possible, parents and carers will be informed and asked to come into school to discuss the situation with Mr Whomsley, Head of Year, a Deputy Head or the Headteacher. Similarly, if parents and carers feel there is a problem, which needs discussion, please write or telephone to arrange an appointment.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS
The ‘WOW’ Factor
The school, in consultation with students and staff, designed the WOW factor to ensure consistency in expectations, behaviour and the use of sanctions.
The aim of the WOW factor is to identify what we expect from students both in and out of lessons. If a student misbehaves the behaviour is identified as a level. There are four levels. Examples of inappropriate behaviour and the sanctions used at each level are shown overleaf. In this way all students know that they have been treated fairly and consistently.
In addition, students are expected to:
move quickly and quietly between buildings walk and not push in crowded areas keep to the left in crowded areas and on stairs be ready to help by opening doors, standing back to let people pass, and helping to carry things for their own safety, obey the rules about where they may go in the buildings and around the grounds at certain times
EQUIPMENT
All students should have the following equipment:
ruler protractor pair of compasses calculator pens and pencils eraser
The ‘WOW’ Factor Working on Work
1 Arrive on time, in an orderly manner
2 Remove outdoor clothing and get all essential equipment ready for the lesson
3 Listen carefully when your teacher is talking
4 Cooperate with your classmates. Help, do not distract
5 Raise your hand if you wish to speak to the teacher
6 Be polite and respectful to your teacher and fellow students
7 Complete all classwork to the best of your ability
8 Record all homework in your planner and complete on time
9 At the end of your lesson leave your work area tidy
The ‘WOW’ Factor Working on Work
Level Consequences
1
WARNING NAME RECORDED
2
MOVE BREAK LUNCHTIME DETENTION DETENTION
3 REMOVE AFTER CONTACT FROM SCHOOL HOME CLASSROOM DETENTION
4 EXCLUSION SENIOR STAFF ISOLATION FROM DETENTION SCHOOL
The ‘WOW’ Factor Working on Work
Level Behaviour
Lateness to lesson or registration Failure to bring materials eg pen Disrupts lesson eg distracts other students, talking, not working, inappropriate comments, etc 1 Failure to complete homework Failure to wear correct uniform Possession of prohibited items including hats worn inside building Eating and drinking in class, excluding water where permitted
Persistent failure to bring materials (2 or more occasions) Continues to fail to complete homework Continues to disrupt lesson eg distracting students, talking, not working Damage to another student’s property 2 Persistently fails to wear correct uniform
Persistent lateness to lessons or registration (2 or more occasions) Continues to fail to bring materials after detention Dropping litter, throwing food Fails to complete coursework Failure to attend break or lunchtime detention 3 Still continues to disrupt lesson Leaves school premises break/lunchtime Graffiti Truancy Bullying Smoking Swearing at another student Deliberate damage to school property eg laptops
Rudeness to staff eg argues Offensive behaviour eg swears at a member of staff Defiant behaviour eg refuses to move, follow instructions Failure to attend Faculty/Year detention Theft 4 Serious bullying incident Body piercing eg nose studs, eyebrows, tongue Possession of an item/weapon likely to cause harm to another Aggressive behaviour towards another student Offensive graffiti Intolerant behaviour eg racist, homophobic
SANCTIONS
THE DETENTION SYSTEM
1 A Subject Teacher/Form Tutor Detention: 30 minutes held during lunchtime Individual members of staff may keep a student in during part of the lunch-hour. Detentions are given for failing to complete homework or disruptive behaviour.
2 Subject Teacher/Form Tutor Detention: 30 minutes – 1 hour after school Individual members of staff may keep a student in detention after school for persistently failing to complete homework, persistent disruptive behaviour, etc. Detentions are given in consultation with a Head of Department or the student’s Head of Year.
3 A Faculty/Department/Head of Year Detention: 30 minutes – 1 hour after school A Faculty/Head of Year/Head of Department detention is given for failing to attend a detention, continually failing to complete homework, or more serious disruptive behaviour.
4 Deputy Head/Headteacher’s Detention: 30 minutes – 2 hours after school. Detentions are given for failure to turn up to a Year/Faculty/Department detention. For continually failing to complete homework, or frequently disruptive behaviour despite Head of Year/Faculty/Department detention, or very serious misbehaviour.
Parents and carers are always informed when an after school detention is issued to a student. A detention slip is issued to the student who is instructed to show it to their parents and carers for signature. The detention slip should then be returned to the member of staff supervising the detention.
For an after school detention it is the parent’s or carer’s responsibility to arrange transport.
FACULTY REPORT
Students may be placed on Faculty Report for misbehaviour in a specific subject area. Students are on report for two weeks. If there is no significant improvement in a student’s behaviour they are referred to their Head of Year.
ON REPORT
The school’s ‘On Report’ sanction is used for persistent misbehaviour, truancy, lateness or poor work. The Report Cards are colour coded: green, amber, and red, to indicate the seriousness of the sanction. A student on a red Report Card would report to a Deputy Head. When a student is given a Report Card each member of staff is required to comment on the student using the appropriate space on the Report Card. In addition, students are required to show their Report Card to their parents to obtain their signature for each day they are ‘On Report’. Students ‘On Report’, are expected to achieve set targets to be taken off Report. Students are placed on blue report following a fixed term exclusion.
HEADTEACHER’S WARNING
If a student persistently misbehaves despite the use of the available sanctions, a Headteacher’s Warning would be given. At this point the Chairman of the Governors and the members of the Governors’ Curriculum and Student Welfare Committee would be formally informed of the student. Parents or carers would, of course, be informed. If this proves ineffective, then the student may be excluded.
SCHOOL SHOP
The shop is open every day during morning break and lunchtime.
SAMPLE ITEMS
Scientific Calculators £5.00 Set Squares: 45° £0.10 60° 14 cm £0.10 60° 18 cm £0.10 Protractors: Semi Circle £0.10 150 mm Circular £0.50 100 mm Circular £0.50 Compasses £0.30 Maths Set £2.00 Ruler Clear £0.10 Ruler White £0.30 Pencils HB £0.10 Bic Cristal Biros (various) £0.15 Zevra Jimnie Gel Rollerball Pen (Blue/Black) £0.70 Erasers £0.20 Sharpeners £0.20 Pritt Stick £0.75 Highlighters 4 pack £2.00 Highlighters single (various colours) £0.50 Pocket Dictionary £6.00 Coloured Pencils per pack £1.50 A4 Graph Paper per sheet £0.01 A4 Punched ruled with margin pads £0.60 Memory Sticks: 4G £6.00 8G £12.00 12G £23.00
PERSONAL PROPERTY AND INSURANCE
PERSONAL POSSESSIONS
All personal possessions brought into school must be clearly marked with the owner’s name. Initials are not sufficient. The personal property of students is not covered by the Local Authority’s insurance against damage or theft. If articles are missing, everything possible will be done to find them, but there can be no reimbursement, and the school cannot accept responsibility for losses. Students are advised to keep personal possessions used daily, together with files, exercise books and textbooks, in a bag or briefcase. Games and PE kit should be kept in a bag clearly marked with the owner’s name. Kit should only be brought to school on the day it is required and taken home at the end of the day.
MONEY AND VALUABLES
Students should not bring to school large sums of money or valuable items.
Valuables should be handed to the PE teacher at the start of a PE lesson.
LOCKERS
A limited number of lockers are available for hire for £3.00. £1.00 is refunded when the key is returned at the end of Year 11. Replacement keys currently cost £3.00.
LOST PROPERTY
Please check in North and South School Office for lost property. Items that are named will be returned to the owner via the Form Tutor.
SCHOOL PROPERTY
Students are expected to care for the fabric of the school as if it were their own home. Repairs are expensive and if property is damaged, the person responsible will be expected to pay, in whole or in part, for its repair. Books issued to students remain the property of the school. If books are lost or damaged or in any way defaced, students will be expected to pay for replacements.
PERSONAL INSURANCE
The Local Authority provides insurance cover against injury or death resulting from accidents where negligence may be proved against the authority, governors, staff or approved voluntary helpers.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Students are protected by the employer’s liability and public liability insurance but only where negligence can be proved.
SCHOOL MINIBUSES
The school arranges fully comprehensive insurance for minibuses used on school business. All drivers must complete a recognised course of minibus training and be accredited before they are allowed to drive a school minibus.
UNIFORM
All students with the exception of Sixth Formers must wear school uniform. School jumpers, polo shirts and PE kit may be purchased from the school shop. Many items may be purchased at most good clothing shops.
PLEASE ENSURE WHEN BUYING SCHOOL UNIFORM FROM HIGH STREET RETAILERS THAT IT COMPLIES WITH OUR REGULATIONS.
1 Black v-neck jumper with school badge. Cardigans should not be worn.
2 School polo shirt. Only white vests should be visible under the polo shirt.
3 Black skirt or trousers – plain black weave tailored full length bootcut, straight leg trousers or skirt. The following are not permitted:
black jeans track pants chinos twill weave as in denim ¾ length trousers fashion/statement belts skinny leg, cargo and military style clothing trousers or skirts with logos, studs or labels jersey or stretch fabric skirts
There should be no extremes in length. Skirts should be knee length. A 1 inch vent at the back, side or front of a skirt is acceptable. Vents longer than 1 inch/2.5 cm are not permitted. Underwear should not be visible at the tops of trousers or skirts.
4 Plain black school shoes – sensible design with flat or low heels. The following are not permitted:
trainers backless shoes/mules trainer style shoes heels over 3 inches plimsolls canvas shoes boots, eg wellingtons/fashion boots – except in extreme weather conditions
5 Students should wear either black/white ankle socks or black/beige tights. Patterned or footless tights/leggings and trainer socks/knee length socks are not permitted.
6 Outdoor clothing should consist of a sensible coat, jacket or fleece in a plain dark colour. If the garment has a hood, this should not be worn up on the school site. Students should not use a coat, jacket or fleece in place of a school jumper.
7 School bag or case that will accommodate books and equipment.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION KIT
Girls’ Kit Boys’ Kit Red Redborne Polo Shirt Red Redborne Polo Shirt Black Redborne Fleece and/or Red Rugby Shirt Redborne Rugby Shirt Black Shorts and/or Black Tracksuit Bottoms Black Shorts and/or Black Tracksuit Red Football Socks Bottoms White Sports Socks Red Football Socks Football Boots White Sports Socks Black Redborne Fleece (optional) Shin Pads (for football/hockey) Suitable trainers Suitable trainers Shin Pads (for football/hockey) Gum Shield (recommended for hockey) Gum Shield (compulsory for rugby)
NB * Girls may choose to buy one of these three items: they have the option to buy the remaining items.
KIT PROCEDURE
The following procedure has been written in order to improve participation in PE lessons. Most students attending with a note will be able to take some part in most lessons in one role or another. It is therefore necessary, for students to have a change of kit for all PE lessons. All students should attend all PE lessons with correct kit (even if with a note*)
Failure to comply with this will result in a detention at break time. Failure to comply with this a second time will result in a lunchtime detention. Repeated failures to comply will result in a departmental detention and a letter home.
* The only exception to this rule will be if a student attends with a medical note from a professional eg doctor, physiotherapist.
All jewellery should be removed for PE.
UNIFORM STANDARDS
The following are not permitted:
inappropriate and excessive make-up trainers for everyday wear to be worn ONLY for PE and lunchtime sporting activities hats and caps are not permitted in the building. studded outer jackets or those painted with offensive slogans inappropriate hairstyles body piercing eg nose studs excessive jewellery including hoops larger than a five pence piece
PROHIBITED ITEMS
The following items should not be brought to school:
Alcohol Roller-skates Skateboards Chewing gum Laser pens Screwdrivers and other tools Illegal drugs Aerosol cans Weapons including knives Cigarettes and smoking materials including matches and lighters
THE GOVERNING BODY
THE GOVERNORS Redborne has 20 Governors, as follows:
Community Governors Staff Representatives Dr R A’Court (Chairman) Cllr S Male Mr N Croft Mrs A Brown (Vice Chairman) Mr R Mintern Mr A Day Mr C Birtwhisle Professor J Morris Mr T Eager Mr M Cathrall Mr G Pereira Ms L Harrison Mr T Corkett Mrs S Salisbury Mr B Farbon Cllr D Thompson Mr D Farbon Mrs J Tucker Professor J Harris Vacancy
THE COMMITTEES
Curriculum and Student Welfare Chair: Mr T Corkett Role: Redborne’s Curriculum, National Curriculum, Inspectors’ Reports, Examination Results Learning Support, Discipline and Admissions, Reporting to Parents, Welfare of Students
Premises and Community Chair: Cllr D Thompson Role: School Links, Youth Work, Adult Education, Condition of Buildings: maintenance, improvement, extensions. School Grounds and Cleaning
Finance Chair: Dr R A’Court Role: Annual Budget, Monitor income and expenditure, Lettings, School Fund Accounts
Personnel Chair: Mrs A Brown Role: Staff Pay Policy, Conditions of Service, Staff and Governor Training, Appraisal and Recruitment
Disciplinary/Exclusions Chair: Mrs A Brown Role: Matters relating to student discipline
Salaries Chair: Dr R A’Court Role: Staff salaries
Appeals Chair: Dr R A’Court Role: Exclusions and Admissions, Matters relating to staff
PARENT, CARER, SCHOOL, STUDENT PARTNERSHIP
INFORMATION THE SCHOOL WOULD LIKE PARENTS TO PROVIDE
1 Factual information Please inform the school if there are any changes in your circumstances during the academic year, eg change of name, address, telephone number.
It is extremely important that the emergency telephone contact details held by the school are accurate.
2 Medical information Please notify the school if your son or daughter suffers from a medical condition which requires medication or affects their daily activities.
3 Information that might affect a student’s performance in school This might include, for example, family illness, bereavement, divorce/separation, remarriage, a physical injury, trouble out of school. It is very important that the school is informed as soon as possible about such information. Parents and carers are assured that information is treated as confidential.
4 Extra curricular activities Information regarding student's achievements out of school.
THE REDBORNE ASSOCIATION WHAT DOES IT DO?
* Organises events, which bring together staff, governors, parents, carers, students and friends of Redborne. * Raises money to pay for extra facilities. * Gives practical support to the school.
The Association was very successful in 2010-2011. Many parents and carers helped and took part in activities. Mr Anson is responsible for organising the Boot Fairs and is always grateful for any offers of help. He can be contacted by email on [email protected] or on his direct line: 01525 842605. Over £10,000 is raised annually through our many Boot Fairs.
The dates for Boot Fairs for 2011-2012 are:
Sunday 16 October 2011 Sunday 4 December 2011 Sunday 5 February 2012 Sunday 25 March 2012 Sunday 6 May 2012 (outdoor) Sunday 24 June 2012 (outdoor)
PLEASE JOIN IN AND VOLUNTEER TO HELP IN 2011-2012.
NEWSLETTER
The school newsletter is published every half-term. It keeps parents in touch with events in the school. Please ensure you receive your copy.
Please note that calendar dates may be subject to change due to circumstances beyond our control. Parents and carers will be informed of any changes through the school newsletter or the website.
SCHOOL FUND
Redborne, like most schools, has a School Fund for minor expenses not covered by official sources. Our School Fund is used for a variety of purposes:
Assistance to individual students in financial difficulties eg contribution to a school visit Extra facilities in the school Prizes and awards
The fund is very valuable and helpful to the school. We aim that as many students as possible benefit, directly or indirectly. The fund is audited, and the governors examine the accounts each year.
In September the school invites parents and carers to contribute £5 per family to the School Fund. We do hope each family will give this sum. A letter will be sent to parents and carers in September.
PARENTS OR CARERS WITH A DISABILITY
To ensure that disabled parents and carers are able to support and take part in all aspects of their child’s education please contact Mrs Darlow, Deputy Head, if you have a disability or health condition or require a large print copy of school documents.
REDBORNE UPPER SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY COLLEGE School – Student – Parent Agreement
The Basic Aims of the school are: . To foster the spiritual, emotional, moral, cultural, mental and physical development of all students, both as individuals and as members of society, and thus seek to realise each student’s full potential in all areas of school life. . To prepare all students to approach positively and confidently the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of adult life.
School, parents and students will endeavour to achieve these aims and seek to enhance the reputation of the school in the community, as far as they are able. In particular the
School will Students will Parents/Carers will
. Undertake to provide the highest standards of . Strive to produce work on time and achieve the . Support and encourage students and staff in their academic, moral and social education. highest standard of which they are capable. efforts to maintain standards of work and discipline. . Set homework regularly. . Abide by the rules. . Support the school in the implementation of . Expect high levels of participation and . Attend detentions when issued. appropriate sanctions. achievement from all students. . Attend regularly and punctually all their classes, . Ensure students attend regularly and punctually . Communicate with the home regularly on aspects properly equipped and wearing uniform correctly throughout the school terms, properly equipped and of school life including student’s progress, and tidily. wearing correct uniform. achievements and problems. . Show respect for all others regardless of ability, . Provide a suitable area for homework. . Maintain and enforce the school rules. age, culture, faith, gender, race or sexual identity. . Maintain close communication with the school on . Foster attitudes of open-mindedness, empathy . Follow the ICT Acceptable Use Policy. aspects which could affect student’s progress. and understanding between different ethnic . Avoid taking students on holiday during term times. heritages.
Signed Headteacher …………………………………………………. Signed Student …………………………………………………………. Signed Parent/Carer …………………………………………………………
Date of Entry …………………………………………………………… Student’s Name ………….…………………………………………….
Student’s Date of Birth …………………………………………….
PE FIXTURES ADMINISTRATION OF PAIN RELIEVING MEDICATION As you will be aware there is an extensive extra curricular The school does not provide pain relieving medication. programme in place at Redborne and as a result of this students are often asked to represent the school at external fixtures. Students will normally have been notified of their selection at least Students may bring into school a one day supply of pain a day before the event and it is their responsibility to inform you of relieving tablets, i.e. two tablets. the venue and estimated time of return to Redborne. A list of participants will be held with the school office, Mrs Birkett (Head Where a student is taking other medication the school should of Physical Education) and Mr Whomsley (Director of Specialism) be notified in writing. should you need to contact the school during the fixture. USE OF IMAGES In exceptional circumstances students may be asked to represent Occasionally we take photographs of students or film them. the school on the day of the fixture. In this instance the students Photographs may be used in school publications, on our website or will be asked to make contact with home to ensure that you know displayed in school. Lessons are filmed to improve the the relevant information and approve of their participation, performance of students in subjects, such as, PE and Dance. We students will be able to use the school phone if necessary. also film lessons to study the performance of teaching staff. If you would prefer your son or daughter not to be photographed or If you are happy for your son or daughter to participate in fixtures filmed, please write to the school marking your letter for the off the school site then you need not do anything. If however you attention of the Head Teacher. Students should not take don’t want your son or daughter to participate in these fixtures photographs of staff or students without their permission. then please could you write to me here at school and I will ensure your wishes are respected. USE OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES Students are advised not to bring into school electronic devices such as mobile phones, IPods, MP3/4 players. The school cannot Mr Whomsley be held responsible if items are lost, damaged or stolen. Electronic Director of Specialism devices may only be used at break or lunchtime. They should not be used during registration, lessons, lesson changeover, assembly, in the library or during an examination. Using an electronic device during an examination may result in the student being disqualified from the examination.
ICT ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY: STUDENT VERSION
Introduction We have an extensive network of computer equipment throughout the school which is used in all areas of the curriculum. To assist with this, e-mail and internet access is made available to all students but because of the potential for problems that this can cause, a code of conduct must be followed by all students while using the computer systems at Redborne Upper School. This code of conduct will be read and signed by all users of the computer systems.
Important points to note: 1 The use of the computer system is covered by the computer Misuse Act (1990). This means that any unauthorised use of the computer system is a criminal offence and so any violation of the Acceptable Use Policy will be treated appropriately. 2 All items connected to the computer system of the school, even temporarily, become part of the computer system of the school and so are subject to the same restrictions, even if the item belongs to an individual student. The Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) is also considered to be part of the Redborne Computer System.
Code of conduct: 1 I will only access the computer system with my own login and password, which I will keep secret. 2 I will not access, or attempt to access, other people’s files, whether in their individual storage area or on any removable media. 3 I will only access, or attempt to access, shared areas I have been given permission to use. 4 I will only use the computers for relevant school work and homework. 5 I will not attempt to install programs or amend any settings on any school computer. 6 I will not attempt to bypass any computer policy in place on the school network. 7 I will not store any unauthorised files on the school compute system. This includes (but is not restricted to) MP3, bat, cmd, exe, swf and zip files. 8 I will respect the rights of copyright holders and not store or access copyrighted material without permission. 9 I will use the Internet responsibly and I will only use e-mail for appropriate messages relevant to the school, work or business. Where internet sites have been blocked, I will not attempt to access them by other means. 10 The messages I send will be polite and responsible. 11 I will not give any personal information (eg home address or telephone number) for any person or arrange to meet anyone I have contacted online unless my parent, carer or teacher has given permission. 12 I will report any unpleasant, unsuitable or offensive material sent to me. 13 I understand that the school may check my computer files and may monitor the internet sites I visit and e- mails I send. 14 I will not use any school account to access on-line games without the permission of and supervision by a teacher. 15 I will treat computer hardware with respect and report any damage immediately.
Sanctions:
Students who are in violation of this code may be subject to sanctions in line with the school disciplinary system, but which may also include:
Internet and/or e-mail bans Restriction in user area size Temporary or permanent system bans
Signed: ...... (Student) Form: ...... Date: ......
PLEASE PRINT NAME: ......
Signed: ...... (Parent or Carer) Date: ......
PLEASE PRINT NAME: ......
SCHOOL CYCLE PARKING PERMIT/INFORMATION FOR PARENTS AND CARERS
Cycling to School – Important Notice to Parents/Carers
While this school wishes to encourage an increase in the number of students cycling to school we strongly recommend that students wishing to cycle to school have undertaken the necessary training through an approved cycling course.
The final decision as to whether your child is competent to negotiate such hazards as may present themselves on the route from home to school and back must be yours and yours alone. The school does not accept liability for any consequences of that decision.
This school supports students who wish to cycle to school since it improves their health and fitness, reduces traffic outside the school making conditions safer for everyone and benefits their general development. If you wish your son/daughter to cycle to school, would you please complete the form below as a commitment to our school cycling policy and also that we can monitor the numbers of students cycling to school.
Although the school provides appropriate cycle storage parents and carers are advised to take out appropriate insurance cover as the school’s insurance does not cover loss or damage to bicycles.
Cycle Helmets
Students are strongly advised to wear a correctly fitted cycle helmet and use appropriate reflective clothing and bike lights when visibility is poor.
Conditions for Cycling to School
1 All bicycles must be in a roadworthy condition 2 Cyclists must ride sensibly and follow the Highway Code 3 All bicycles must be locked securely in an approved cycle parking area 4 Cyclists should always dismount when entering the school grounds and walk
The school reserves the right to evoke this permit in the event that these conditions are ignored.
------SCHOOL CYCLE PARKING PERMIT
Name of student ……………………………………………………………… Date of Birth ……………………..
Cycle Make …………………………………………………………….. Model ………………………………………..
Cycle Colour ……………………………………… Features ………………………………………………………….
I accept the above conditions and request permission for ……………………………………………….. (my child) to cycle to school and to be given access to the available cycle parking.
Signed ……………………………………………………………………. Date …………………………………………
Parent/Carer
Please return this form to your son or daughter’s Head of Year