TRANSITION

We are proud to welcome our new Year 7 pupils to the community. The move from primary school to a large secondary academy can be daunting. We recognise this and understand that pupils and parents need to feel reassured, happy and safe during this period. This pack aims to provide information which will help you and your child through the process.

Our dedicated team are on hand to assist with any questions you have between now and the start of term.

Assistant Principal Assistant Principal Year 7 – Nicola Brown Year 8 – Paul Hammerton Designated Safeguarding Lead Designated Safeguarding Lead

RESPECT RESPECT RESPECT yourself our environment each other & community Welcome to Nottingham Academy we are delighted you have chosen Nottingham Academy and believe you have made a fantastic decision which will have NOTTINGHAM a positive impact on your child’s future. ACADEMY PURPOSE

We are an aspirational and inclusive Academy committed to our Respect Values. We will The sponsor of Nottingham Academy is the support our pupils to overcome any barriers to success. Greenwood Academies Trust. Information about the Trust can be found online at Mr W Norrie Through an inspirational greenwoodacademies.org the Greenwood Chief Executive curriculum we will facilitate great Academies Trust is a not-for-profit educational learning, exceptional progress and organisation. The Trust offer a high level of the development of character. educational expertise and seeks to deliver long- lasting and productive relationships with the We will prepare our pupils to be the ambitious change-makers of communities it serves across the midlands region. tomorrow by ensuring they are The purpose of the Trust is to offer pupils an fully equipped with the knowledge, outstanding education. It believes all pupils skills and qualifications they will can achieve high levels of success and creates a need to excel in future learning, Mr M King culture where both pupils and staff can thrive. employment and life. Interim Principal

Discover Create Perform English Maths MFL YEAR 7 CURRICULUM

As part of our improved transition between Primary and At Nottingham Academy we have high expectations of all our Secondary we have evaluated our KS3 provision, consulted pupils and believe in enforcing traditional basic standards of academic research and worked closely with our primary uniform, presentation and respect rigorously and consistently. colleagues to develop an innovative KS3 experience tailored to This ensures we create a positive climate for learning in which the needs of our pupils. every pupil can reach their full potential. Our Academy is a Pupils study English, mathematics and modern foreign languages calm, orderly and purposeful environment where pupils enjoy as well as the cross-curricular subject areas of discover, their learning, make good progress and feel safe. create and perform. The subject areas provide pupils with the We aim to support pupils in becoming responsible, opportunity to explore subjects in a deeper more coherent way, independent and resilient individuals who have a range of by grouping similar subjects. skills which will serve them well in their future lives. Three times per year Year 7 have a stand-alone day, where all subjects are within one theme. This year pupils have enjoyed Hogwarts Day and Superhero Day! NOTTINGHAM ACADEMY

Nottingham Academy is a large organisation. It is one of a small number of all-through 3-19 schools in the country with its own Nursery, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form provision.

Site 1 on Greenwood Road provides provision for pupils from Nursery through to Year 3 and Year 9 to Sixth Form.

Site 2 has a Primary building for Years 5 and Year 6 and a Secondary building for Year 7 and Year 8.

Operating across two sites, the dedicated team of Academy staff, Primary phase, Secondary phase and those working in the Sixth Form Centre, work closely together to ensure Nottingham Academy pupils thrive both academically and pastorally. TRANSITION DAYS

Day 1 – Wednesday 1 July 2020 Day 2 – Thursday 2 July 2020

8:30 Pupils arrive at the Academy and report to the 8:30 Pupils arrive at the Academy and report to the front of reception at GC2 ( Boulevard). front of reception at GC2 (Sneinton Boulevard). Pupils will need a pen, pencil, eraser and ruler. Pupils will then be taken to tutor time. Pupils They should also bring trainers which will be needed will need a pen, pencil, eraser and ruler. They should for afternoon activities. also bring trainers which will be needed for afternoon activities. 8:40 Welcome from the Principal and the Year 7 Team. 8:40 Pupils will move in groups to a subject based 9:10 Pupils will be assigned a tutor group. They activity. Senior pupils will be assigned to each will work with their tutor on a range of group for the day. They will escort each group to getting-to-know-you activities. lessons and support activities within these lessons.

9:40 Pupils will move in groups to a subject based 9:40 Lesson 2 activity. Senior pupils will be assigned to each group for the day. They will escort each group 10:40 Break time to lessons and support activities within these lessons. 11:00 Lesson 3

10:40 Break time 12:00 Lesson 4

11:00 Back to subject based activities 13:00 At lunchtime all pupils will be provided with a free school meal. Pupils may bring a packed lunch if 13:00 At lunchtime all pupils will be provided with a they wish. All pupils will be supervised on the free school meal. Pupils may bring a packed school site throughout the lunch period in the lunch if they wish. All pupils will be supervised year 7 yard. on the school site throughout the lunch period in the year 7 yard. 13:40 Pupils will take part in a celebration event in the hall. This will be an opportunity to celebrate the successes 13:40 Lesson 5 of the pupils over the last 2 days.

14:40 School finishes and all pupils will be dismissed. 14:40 School finishes and all pupils will be dismissed.

Year 6 Parents’ Evening Wednesday 1 July 2020 17:00 – 19:00

The success of our Academy is built upon the partnerships we build with parents and carers. We invite all parents and carers to join us for an introductory evening at our Year 7 and 8 base at Site 2. Visitor access to this site is via the Primary entrance on Sneinton Boulevard. During the evening you will be given detailed pupil support information and members of the Year 7 team will be available to answer any questions you may have. We would encourage all pupils to attend with their parents or carers. We look forward to meeting you. ACADEMY DAY

As part of our commitment to improving learning and progress at Nottingham Academy we will be keeping the structure of the Academy day as follows:

08:30 – 08:40 Registration/Form

08:40 – 09:40 Period 1

09:40 – 10:40 Period 2

10:40 – 11:00 Break

11:00 – 12:00 Period 3

12:00 – 13:00 Period 4

13.00 – 13.40 Lunch

13:40 – 14:40 Period 5

14:40 – 15:00 R20*

15:00 – 17:00 Staff CPD on Mondays

* R20 is a sanction where pupils are detained at the end of the Academy day to allow a restorative conversation to take place, following an incidence of poor behaviour. This will not impact the significant majority of pupils who meet Academy standards impeccably.

RESPECT RESPECT RESPECT yourself our environment each other & community PASTORAL SUPPORT

We aim to support pupils academically, personally and emotionally. Our pastoral system is structured in such a way to enable us to offer targeted support effectively and in a timely manner. The Year 7 team at Nottingham Academy is made up of: • Assistant Principal • Head of Year • Deputy Head of Year • Standards and Progress Leader • Learning Mentors Come along to our Parents’ Evening and meet our dedicated team. We also work with pupils and outside agencies to offer support with self-esteem, confidence and can also provide some counselling and one-to-one work. SEND Support Laura Truchet Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator Here at Nottingham Academy, we promote an inclusive educational environment in which we support and encourage all pupils to achieve their potential. Quality teaching is vital; however for some pupils, there are occasions when additional support may be required to help them achieve their targets. In order to do this, steps may be taken to support young people through their learning journey. We work closely with our feeder primary schools to ensure we have a thorough understanding of the individual needs of each of our pupils on entry. The transition from primary to secondary education can be a difficult time; therefore we develop plans to ensure our pupils are well prepared for this move. For some pupils we offer a bespoke programme to help them have a smooth transition. Once at the Academy, we provide a range of strategies including: • support through the classroom or through withdrawal • pastoral care through both the year team and our SEND department • a curriculum catering for each child’s needs • tailored reading and literacy intervention Please see our website for full details of the SEND provision at Nottingham Academy.

FREE SCHOOL MEALS AND PUPIL PREMIUM Nottingham Academy Free School Meals are administered • Income Support or income-based Jobseeker’s allowance by Nottingham City Council; you can find information and • Income-related Employment and Support Allowance the form to apply here at www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk. • Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 For every child eligible for the Free School Meals service • The guaranteed element of Pension Credit Nottingham Academy receives additional funding to • Child Tax Credit (provided you’re not also entitled to Working Tax support their learning. This is called Pupil Premium, Credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190) details of how this funding is spent can be found on our • Working Tax Credit run-on – paid for 4 weeks after you stop website. This means that even if your child does not wish qualifying for Working Tax Credit to receive a free school meal it is essential that eligible • Universal Credit – if you apply on or after 1 April 2018 your families apply. To be eligible families must be in receipt of: household income must be less than £7,400 a year (after tax and not including any benefits you get) SAFEGUARDING

Nottingham Academy is committed to upholding the highest standards of safeguarding and Child Protection. Working closely with our partners at Nottingham City Council, Police and Nottinghamshire NHS we provide a holistic support to any child or family in need or requiring early help. This ensures that children and families develop a positive, strong and resilient approach to school, family and community life.

We pride ourselves on our pastoral care, as such; every Deputy Head of Year, Attendance Officer and Assistant Principal acts in the capacity of ‘Safeguarding Officer’ within their year groups and receives annual training.

Safeguarding is overseen by Senior Deputy Principal and portfolio holder for Holly Delahunty Safeguarding and Pastoral care, Ahmed Hashim and Safeguarding and Child Protection Safeguarding Officer Officer Holly Delahunty.

At Nottingham Academy, we believe safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.

BULLYING

“Bullying is the repetitive, intentional hurting of one person or group by another person or group, where the relationship involves an imbalance of power. It can happen face to face or online” Anti Bullying Alliance

Bullying is not acceptable Bullying cannot be dealt with alone • We want everyone at the Academy to feel safe • Pupils should talk to a teacher, their tutor, and secure their head of year, their parents • We believe no one should be bullied in any way or one of the senior leadership team • Verbal abuse of another pupil is bullying • Pupils must not give in to demands for • A physical attack on a pupil is bullying money, sweets or anything else • Sending abusive or threatening messages by text • Pupils must not try to buy the bully off with or on social media is bullying sweets or other presents • All of us must make sure bullies never win Together we can and will stop all forms of bullying. All Academy pupils are advised on what to do if they are being bullied or know someone is being bullied • Take action - watching and doing nothing supports the bully • Pupils should tell a member of staff or a member of their family immediately • Pupils can use the Sharp system to report nottinghamacademy.thesharpsystem.com/ it online

RESPECT RESPECT RESPECT yourself our environment each other & community RESPECT

It is important that pupils and parents are fully aware of Nottingham Academy’s high expectations for pupil conduct. A full code of conduct can be found on our website, please take time to discuss this with your child and familiarise yourself with this document. Our behaviour expectation is based around respect:

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Treat others as you would expect to be treated yourself. RESPECT RESPECT RESPECT Ensure you are polite, sensitive, thoughtful and caring. yourself our environment each other Communicate in a positive way: in person and in the digital & community world. Work with others to support their learning and make a positive contribution to our Academy and community.

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Recognising positive behaviours and contributions

At Nottingham Academy we recognise and celebrate the hard work and achievements of our pupils. We reward effort, contribution, progress and achievement, consideration for others, good manners, community spirit and those pupils that go the extra mile. Celebration assemblies are held regularly in each year group, where rewards are given to selected pupils. These rewards can range from shopping vouchers to theme park days out.

Addressing poor behaviour

At Nottingham Academy we work diligently to help pupils behave well. We communicate regularly with parents and always provide support to overcome barriers to good behaviour. Poor behaviour and defiance will not be tolerated and the Academy uses a range of measures, sanctions and support to prevent this happening including but not limited to: • Exiting pupils from class • Detentions (within and after the Academy day, and Saturdays) • Isolation • Exclusion The Nottingham Academy behaviour policy can be found on our website www.nottinghamacademy.org UNIFORM AND PRESENTATION

At Nottingham Academy we believe that wearing our distinctive uniform gives our pupils a sense of belonging and helps to foster pride in the Academy. Our pupils are our ambassadors in the community, therefore, we expect pupils to wear full uniform when travelling to and from the Academy, at all Academy functions, on extra-curricular visits and when taking part in sports events.

UNIFORM FOR YEARS 7 AND 8

• Academy tie with a traditional white shirt. Hair styles should not be excessive and should have a natural colour/ tone. Exaggerated cuts of any shape or • Black trousers or skirt, tight-fitting trousers and design are not acceptable. skirts are not appropriate. Skirts should be no shorter than knee length. Electrical items, such as mobile phones or iPods should not be seen or used on the Academy site. • Academy jumper, in purple, with the Academy logo. The Principal’s decision about all uniform and presentation • Black or grey socks with black trousers, neutral or issues is binding and final.

black tights with skirts. The Academy takes no responsibility for lost or stolen • Black leather or leather-style shoes with a flat sole jewellery or electrical items as they are not allowed on the and a heel no more than 2cm in height. No boots, Academy site. trainers, trainer-style shoes or shoes/trainers with Physical education kit for all years: any sporting logo.

• Plain black tracksuit bottoms, leggings or shorts Some pupils may wish to wear a salwar kameez, in purple. This is acceptable; the kameez must be knee • black short-sleeved sports polo shirt with purple length. Hijabs should be black, grey or purple. panels and the Academy logo

Pupils are expected to carry a suitable, dark-coloured • black long-sleeved reversible sports shirt with rucksack-type bag which is large enough to carry all purple panels and the Academy logo equipment. • suitable trainers or other sports footwear To aid in the creation of a professional learning environment, we insist pupils only wear one pair of Nottingham Academy uniform can be purchased from small gold or silver stud earrings in the lobes of their www-price-buckland.co.uk or directly from the Academy. ears. Nose studs and other facial jewellery are not Assistance with Academy uniform costs is available for acceptable. Retainers and stretchers of any kind are not eligible pupils. Complete the form within the transition pack to apply. permitted. Nail varnish and make-up are not allowed. For their own safety and that of fellow pupils we ask Nottingham Academy Uniform and Presentation Policy can that girls do not wear acrylic nails on the Academy site. be found at www.nottinghamacademy.org. EXTRA CURRICULAR

There are many extra-curricular and extended activities available at Nottingham Academy which are popular amongst pupils and enjoyed by staff. These include sporting activities such as football, basketball, netball, cross country running, hockey, table tennis, and cricket. Homework clubs are also available. Our ICT and music rooms are available at lunchtime and after school for supervised pupil use. For those pupils keen on practical activities the Art club proves popular. There is an Academy Choir and other activities are on offer connected with the development of musical skills. Many activities take place during the course of the year involving visits to concerts and theatres in support of English, drama and music and other outdoor education and overseas visits in support of history, geography and modern foreign languages.

EXTENDED ACTIVITIES

First Story Careers and Employability For pupils with an interest in creative writing Nottingham Nottingham Academy fully understands the importance Academy runs a First Story group which brings talented, of providing young people with opportunities to develop professional writers in, to work with teachers and pupils employability skills and ensuring that they are fully to foster creativity and communication skills. As part of supported to make informed choices about the next stage the programme pupils are invited to enter poetry and in their education, employment or training. Our aim for short story competitions and publish an anthology of all of our young people is that they go on to lead happy, their writing each year. successful and fulfilling careers in the future.

Nottingham Academy have links with many of Nottingham’s Into Film large businesses such as Experian, Ikano and Capital One Film and media this enables us to provide mentoring experiences and enthusiasts can get workplace learning from as early as year 7. We believe this involved with Into Film, fosters ambition and aspiration, enthusing pupils about a charity which puts careers as soon as they begin their Academy life. film at the heart of the educational and personal development of children and young people across the UK, through film festivals, support for film clubs, training, events and competitions. ATTENDANCE

At Nottingham Academy we believe it is vitally important for pupils to attend school regularly and on time. This will give them the best opportunity to progress and achieve their full potential. Good attendance and punctuality encourages pupils to become responsible and resilient individuals which will serve them well in their future working lives.

STANDARDS

We expect every pupil to attend school every day. If not be taken during term time. We will not authorise attendance drops below 96% our pastoral teams will requests for holidays during term time and will intervene. 96% equates to pupils having 7.5 days absence consider issuing parents Penalty Notices if holidays or over the whole academic year. other unauthorised leave of absence is taken. Leave of Pupils should arrive on time every day. absence requests will only be authorised in exceptional circumstances. We will support parents in their legal responsibility to ensure their child attends school regularly and punctually. Parents should contact us by telephone on the first day and each subsequent day of their child’s absence. At Nottingham Academy we believe family holidays should

UNAVOIDABLE ABSENCE AVOIDABLE ABSENCE

Absences which are considered unavoidable will be Absences which are considered avoidable will not be authorised by Nottingham Academy. These include: authorised by Nottingham Academy. These include: • Genuine serious illness unless your child is • Trivial illness classed as a Persistent Absentee • Looking after the house or waiting for work- • Attending a religious observance as outlined men/deliveries etc in Local Authority guidance • Being on holiday – Penalty Notice may • A medical or dental appointment that could be issued not be made outside of school hours • Looking after brothers or sisters, including • Being in hospital or having hospital treatment dropping them off at school or nursery • Attending a funeral with family • Helping with housework or a family business • Attending an interview for a job or a place at • Being unhappy or not getting on with others a college at school • Taking part in a public performance or • Being up late the night before, including for an examination family problems

We are keen to work with you and to support you and your child. If there is anything we can do to help you, please do not hesitate to contact us using the numbers below or by speaking with the Year 7 Pastoral Team.

To report a pupil absence call 0115 7483380 TERM DATES 2020/2021 August 2020 September 2020 October 2020 M 3 10 17 24 31 M 7 14 21 28 M 5 12 19 26 T 4 11 18 25 T 1 8 15 22 29 T 6 13 20 27 W 5 12 19 26 W 2 9 16 23 30 W 7 14 21 28 T 6 13 20 27 T 3 10 17 24 T 1 8 15 22 29 F 7 14 21 28 F 4 11 18 25 F 2 9 16 23 30 S 1 8 15 22 29 S 5 12 19 26 S 3 10 17 24 31 S 2 9 16 23 30 S 6 13 20 27 S 4 11 18 25 November 2020 December 2020 January 2021 M 2 9 16 23 30 M 7 14 21 28 M 4 11 18 25 T 3 10 17 24 T 1 8 15 22 29 T 5 12 19 26 W 4 11 18 25 W 2 9 16 23 30 W 6 13 20 27 T 5 12 19 26 T 3 10 17 24 31 T 7 14 21 28 F 6 13 20 27 F 4 11 18 25 F 1 8 15 22 29 S 7 14 21 28 S 5 12 19 26 S 2 9 16 23 30 S 1 8 15 22 29 S 6 13 20 27 S 3 10 17 24 31 February 2021 March 2021 April 2021 M 1 8 15 22 M 1 8 15 22 29 M 5 12 19 26 T 2 9 16 23 T 2 9 16 23 30 T 6 13 20 27 W 3 10 17 24 W 3 10 17 24 31 W 7 14 21 28 T 4 11 18 25 T 4 11 18 25 T 1 8 15 22 29 F 5 12 19 26 F 5 12 19 26 F 2 9 16 23 30 S 6 13 20 27 S 6 13 20 27 S 3 10 17 24 S 7 14 21 28 S 7 14 21 28 S 4 11 18 25 May 2021 June 2021 July 2021 M 3 10 17 24 31 M 7 14 21 28 M 5 12 19 26 T 4 11 18 25 T 1 8 15 22 29 T 6 13 20 27 W 5 12 19 26 W 2 9 16 23 30 W 7 14 21 28 T 6 13 20 27 T 3 10 17 24 T 1 8 15 22 29 F 7 14 21 28 F 4 11 18 25 F 2 9 16 23 30 S 1 8 15 22 29 S 5 12 19 26 S 3 10 17 24 31 S 2 9 16 23 30 S 6 13 20 27 S 4 11 18 25

Holiday – No pupils or staff Bank Holiday – No pupils or Staff Professional Development Day Disaggregated Staff Professional to attend on this day staff to attend on this day – No pupils to attend on this day Development Day – No pupils or staff to attend on this day

Contacts Address Site 1 Site 2 Interim Principal – Mr M King Greenwood Road Sneinton Boulevard PA to Principal – Mrs T Bieeu Nottingham Nottingham NG3 7EB NG2 4GL Assistant Principal Year 7 – Ms Brown Tel: 0115 748 3380 Tel: 0115 748 3380 SEND Coordinator – Ms L Truchet Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Attendance Officer – Mrs K Winfield