Joiner Handbook Senior School
JOINER HANDBOOK – SENIOR SCHOOL
Welcome to Manor House School. This handbook will provide you with useful information about our Senior School. Please visit our website www.manorhouseschool.org, or contact the School Office on telephone: 01372 458538 or email: [email protected] for further queries.
CONTENTS
Aims and Ethos Page 2 Starting School Page 3 Settling into Senior School Page 4 The School Structure Page 5 Staff List Page 6 Contacting Staff Page 7 Communication Page 8 Attendance and Absence Page 9 The School Day, Assemblies and Services Page 10 A Typical Year in the Senior School Page 11 Extra Curricular, School Council Page 13 Before and After School Care, Homework Page 14 School Traditions Page 15 Behaviour, Rewards and Sanctions Page 16 Prefect Body, Parental Involvement Page 17 Snacks and Water, Equipment, iPads Page 18 Uniform, Lost Property Page 19 Friends of Manor House School, Class Representatives Page 20 Scholarships Page 20 Bursaries Page 21
APPENDIX OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1. School Uniform and Physical Education Kit List, Regulations & Equipment Guide 2. Policies; School Rules, Data Protection Policy, ICT Pupil; iPad User. 3. Additional Music Lessons, Speech & Drama Lessons.
AIMS AND ETHOS
Our vision is to ensure that girls in the Senior School leave Manor House with the confidence to pursue their dreams and ambitions, with qualities that ensure integrity and kindness and with experiences that foster a better understanding of democratic ideals and responsible citizenship.
Our school maxim – ‘an individual approach to academic success’ - is brought to life in our aim to develop happy young women who believe in their abilities and achieve their personal best.
Seven core values underpin our school maxim. These are:
1. A love of learning 2. Academic excellence 3. Unforgettable experiences 4. Individual challenge 5. Happy and healthy 6. Creative and collaborative 7. Future leaders.
We are proud of our beautiful facilities, our academic excellence, our technology to support learning and our achievements in a variety of activities and pursuits. Results at all age groups are well above average and our staff are fully committed to supporting and stretching every girl academically, whilst ensuring that she is happy and participates and excels in a range of enrichment activities.
In short, Manor House School aims to be a caring and nurturing educational environment where girls develop a love of learning and become confident, creative and resourceful citizens. The positive and nurturing environment fosters a happy and healthy outlook, and the many unforgettable experiences help to forge character and ensure individual challenge.
Tracey Fantham BA MA PGCE NPQH Headteacher
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STARTING SCHOOL
When your daughter begins her Manor House School journey, she will bring her own unique combination of skills, experience and values. We recognise that the first and most important teachers in their lives are you as parents. Our role is to build upon these early experiences and to establish a partnership with you, which will last for your daughter’s entire education.
Before starting school
If your daughter is starting in September, at the start of the academic year, she will be invited to Transition Day in June, once an offer has been made and accepted. Transition Day is when girls spend the day with their new class and teachers and have a chance to re-familiarise themselves with the School. If your child is starting mid-term or at the start of the Spring or Summer term, they will be welcomed into their new class and supported accordingly. Parents will be put in touch with the class representative/s in your daughter’s year group/s.
Website
Our website has a dedicated section of the menu devoted to ‘Parent Information’ at https://www.manorhouseschool.org/parent-information/ where you can find information about the school day, our term dates and school calendar, our uniform, bus routes, lunch menu, extra-curricular clubs, parents association and much more. Please take a look at this section before your daughter joins our school.
The latest version of our ‘weekly newsletter’ will be emailed to parents every Friday afternoon but can also be found at https://www.manorhouseschool.org/news-archive/newsletters/ where we also store back copies.
Once your daughter starts school
Your daughter will be allocated to one of three houses; Discovery, Endeavour or Victory.
Parents will have access to a range of information, including:
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An invitation to our ‘Welcome to the Academic Year’ Information Evening – this is held in September and is an opportunity to meet your daughter’s form teacher, subject staff and other parents. It will inform you about our parent portal ‘Schoolbase’, iPads, how to get in touch and to hear about the development and plans for the year ahead. Half-termly data: two full reports a year and grade cards for attainment and achievement at the end of half terms where full reports are not written (subject to change). Our weekly Manor House School e-newsletter. Parents’ Evenings yearly to discuss your daughter’s progress. Parent Information Evenings on a range of themes such as internet safety. A Homework Diary where notes can be passed between parents and staff. Regular communications from school regarding events and activities. Coffee Mornings organised by the Friends of Manor House School.
SETTLING INTO THE SENIOR SCHOOL
We recognise that some children may be a little concerned about moving up through the school or changing school and we do our best to minimise girls’ concerns.
In addition, all girls new to the Senior School have a Supportive Friend allocated to them. The Supportive Friends are girls in Years 10 and 11, of which at least two are on duty at break times to help younger girls. There are termly meetings where new girls and Supportive Friends get together. All Supportive Friends wear a badge to make it easy to identify them.
In the first week of term girls in Key Stage 3 go on residential trips to bond and start the year in an exciting and challenging way, providing shared experiences and opportunities to re-establish and make new friends in a setting that is new for all. Year 7 and Year 8 go to Swanage for an activity based trip and Year 9 go on a WW1 Battlefields Trip organised by the History and English departments.
During the first weeks, Year 7 girls go into lunch first to help them get used to the routine before going onto a queuing rotation. They are also given a reduced homework timetable with just core subjects and language learning to ensure they start a good work routine before being given the full amount in week 4.
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THE SCHOOL STRUCTURE
Although we are very much an all-through school, Manor House is divided into two areas, each with its own unique character and identity:
Preparatory School Nursery Age 2-3
Kindergarten Age 3-4 Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Reception Age 4-5
Year 1 Age 5-6 Key Stage 1 Year 2 Age 6-7
Year 3 Age 7-8
Year 4 Age 8-9 Key Stage 2 Year 5 Age 9-10
Year 6 Age 10-11
Senior School Year 7 Age 11-12
Year 8 Age 12-13 Key Stage 3 Year 9 Age 13-14
Year 10 Age 14-15 Key Stage 4 Year 11 Age 15-16
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STAFF LIST
Headteacher Ms Tracey Fantham BA MA PGCE NPQH Deputy Headteacher Mr Simon Hillier BSc PGCE NPQH Head of Key Stage 4 Miss Sadie Brodie BSc (Hons), PGCE (Acting) Head of Key Stage 3 Mrs T Evans BSc (Hons), MSc, PGCE
English Mrs L Mayes BA (Hons), PGCE (Head of English) Mrs G Roberts BA (Hons), MA, PGCE Mrs N Roberts BA (Hons), PGCE
Mathematics and ICT Mr P O’Neill BSc (Hons) QTS (Head of Maths) Mr D Pelham BSc (Hons) QTS Miss A van Dyk BA, Higher Education Dip, Bsc (Hons), PGCE Mrs C Wilson BSc (Hons) PGCE
Science Mrs A Beacock BSc (Hons), PGCE Mrs S Brodie BSc (Hons), PGCE (Head of Science) Mrs T Evans BSc (Hons), MSc,PGCE
Academic Advancement Mrs M Hinkley BSc MA QTS Mrs C Wilson BSc (Hons) PGCE
Art Mrs S Parsons BA (Hons), PGCE Mrs T Williams BA (Hons), PGCE (Head of Art and Drama)
Drama Mr A Edmeades GSA Ms L Holloway AISTD Mrs T Williams BA (Hons), PGCE
Geography Mrs C Grindrod BSc (Hons), PGCE (Head of Humanities)
History Miss R St Johnston MA (Hons), PGCE
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Food Science & Technology Mrs P Knight BA (Hons) PGCE (Head of Technology)
Latin and Classical Civilisation Mrs V Diprose BA (Hons), PGCE Mrs L Stephens BA (Hons), PGCE
Modern Foreign Languages Mrs E Mayes BSc PGCE Mrs A Wright BA (Hons), H Dip Ed, PGCE (Head of MFL) Mr T Jones BA, MA
Music Mrs K Hart Dip ABRSM Mrs E Hawksley BA MMus (Cover April 2018-January 2019)
Physical Education Mrs T Banfield BEd (Hons) Mrs S Buck BSc (Hons), PGCE Miss H Jones BEd (Head of PE) Mrs B Townend Netball Coach L3
Religious Studies To be advised Ms L Pillar BEd (Hons)
Teaching Assistants and Support Staff Mrs C Hoath Lab Technician, HND Mrs S Beasley Learning Support Mrs L Cuthbert BSc Mrs L McCartney LLB Mrs A Walker BA (Hons), PGCE
Nursing Staff Miss E Hime-Knowles RCN
CONTACTING STAFF Your first point of contact should be your daughter’s class teacher. Appointments can be made to see the Head of Key Stage 3 or Head of Key Stage 4 at any time via the school office. All staff can be contacted by e-mail using their first initial and surname, e.g. [email protected] when necessary.
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COMMUNICATION
Our school calendar is available to download directly from our website at https://www.manorhouseschool.org/calendar/ and will keep you informed of the many exciting activities taking place within the Senior School. Any additional dates or activities will be communicated via the weekly newsletter which is e- mailed to you. For regular news please visit our website at www.manorhouseschool.org or follow Facebook at facebook.com/manorhousesch or manorhsenursery or Twitter @ManorHseSchool, @ManorHseSport @ManorHseHead.
In September there is a Welcome to the Academic Year Information Evening where you will have the opportunity to meet other parents and receive more information specific to your daughter’s class. You will receive two written reports per year and Parents’ Evenings take place in the Autumn or Spring terms.
Should you have any issues you wish to discuss, contact can be made with the class teacher via the homework diary, by letter or by e-mail. Form teachers, subject teachers and Heads of Department are always available by appointment. Where possible always contact the form teacher and they will be able to pass on your enquiry to relevant staff. This allows the form teacher to have a strong overview of your daughter’s school life.
For urgent communications or last minute changes, the school uses the Clarion Call text messaging service. Please ensure your mobile telephone number and e-mail address is up to date with the school office.
SchoolBase – Parent Portal
SchoolBase is the Parent Information System used at Manor House School. You can access your daughter’s attendance records, timetable, reports, rewards, homework and all the letters sent to you via this application. There is a link on the school website and you will be given a username and password when your daughter joins the school which is sent to you via email.
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ATTENDANCE AND ABSENCE
Once on the school grounds, please drive and park considerately and unless invited, please avoid the Headteacher’s Visitor spaces.
Manor House School is committed to the safeguarding and promotion of welfare of children. Visitors, including parents, should always report to the School Office on arrival. Please come straight to Reception in the Main House and speak to the Receptionist, who will take any items which need dropping off to your child, or sign you in and authorise a member of staff to accompany you to another building.
At no point during the school day should any parents wander around the property or go to drop anything off to their child.
Late arrival at School
If your daughter arrives after registration, she will need to be signed in as late at the School Office.
Absence from School
If your daughter is absent from school, please inform the office as soon as possible by telephoning 01372 458538 (Option 2). Please complete the relevant absence section in the homework diary or send a note in with her when she returns to explain the reason for her absence. This should be given to the class teacher. Should your daughter become ill during the day, she will be cared for by our qualified school nurse and you will be contacted.
Requesting Absence
Please avoid taking your daughter away from school or on holiday during term time as this causes considerable disruption to her education. We aim for childrens’ attendance to be above 95% and as close to 100% as possible. Anything below has a negative impact on learning.
Leave of absence must be recorded as ‘authorised’ or ‘unauthorised’. Leave is authorised at the discretion of the Headteacher and is not an automatic right of parents. Parents should write to or e-mail the Headteacher via the online form at https://www.manorhouseschool.org/contact/leave-of-absence-request/ to request this, as far in advance as possible. Some reasons for request of absence are authorised such as medical appointments, interviews and external
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SCHOOL DAY
Girls arriving from 7:45am onwards should go to ‘Early Birds’ in Elizabeth Green Hall which is free for children to attend.
Senior Department
08:30 Registration
Assembly/Church/Form Time
09:00 Lesson 1
09:55 Lesson 2
10:50 Short Break
11:15 Lesson 3
12:10 Lesson 4
13:05 Lunch
13:35 Long Break
14:05 Lesson 5
15:00 Lesson 6
15:55 Registration/Form Time
16:00 End of school day
ASSEMBLIES AND SERVICES
Assemblies follow morning registration on most days for 20 minutes. Assemblies normally include a hymn from the Manor House Hymn Book, which is issued to all girls in Year 2 and above, and a prayer. The themes support our school ethos and social, moral, spiritual and citizenship themes.
Whole School Assemblies are usually held on Mondays and Friday with Key Stages alternating the use of All Saints’ Church on a Tuesday morning. The Prep
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School and Senior School also have a separate assembly once a week on Thursday mornings. Wednesday mornings are used for PSHCE.
A TYPICAL YEAR IN SENIOR SCHOOL
The list below outlines the main events and opportunities on offer although these can change each year:
September: Year 7 Welcome to the Academic Year Information Evening Year 10 and Year 11 Study Skills and Learning Workshops Year 7 and Year 8 Swanage 3 Day Residential Year 9 Battlefields 2 Day Residential Individual and Sibling School Photographs MacMillan ‘Big Fundraising Breakfast’ Year 11 Nower Wood Science Trip
October: Year 8 HPV Vaccinations Prize Giving (afternoon off in lieu of evening) Saturday Open Morning (full attendance expected) Maths Challenge Year 10 Geography Field Trip Founders’ Day Grade cards issued Senior Prefect Trip to Queen Mother’s Clothing Guild at St. James’ Palace
November: Year 10 and Year 11 Shakespeare School Festival at Leatherhead Theatre Year 11 Study Skills Workshop Year 10 Morrisby Career Testing House Arts – Led by Year 10 and involving Year 3 – Year 6 Year 8 British Museum Trip Year 9 Art Gallery Trip Soloist Music Recitals Christmas Fayre House Arts Competition (Year 10 lead) Year 9 Options Booklets published Year 7 Parents’ Evening
December: Year 11 Trial Examinations in all subjects
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Drama Club evening Year 7 Science Museum Trip Carol Service House Netball Competition Christmas Lunch Grade cards issued and Reports for Year 9
January: Senior Production rehearsals begin Year 9 – Year 11 Tutor reviews Year 10 Study Skills workshop Year 9 Options Evening for girls and parents Year 10 and Year 11 Drama GCSE Theatre Trip Year 10 Reports issued to parents Year 10 Parents’ Evening for girls and parents Year 11 Expected Grades issued Year 11 Parents’ Evening for girls and parents
February: Year 7 and Year 9 Grade Cards issued and Year 8 Reports issued Year 10 Art GCSE Gallery Trip Year 10 Duke of Edinburgh Navigation Day Ski Trip
March: Senior Production Year 7 and Year 11 Reports issued Year 8 – Year 10 Grade Cards issued Easter Eucharist Service House Hockey Competition Year 11 Pre-Public Examinations in core subjects
April: GCSE Examination period starts Year 8 HPV Vaccinations Year 8 Art Trip Year 10 Duke of Edinburgh weekend practice Prefect Process Introduction
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May: Year 7 Study Skills Day Year 10 Study Skills Prefect voting and election Year 7 – Year 10 Revision guides issued Sixth Form Exhibition (every two years) Soloist Music Recitals Year 7 Art Trip Year 7 – Year 10 Grade Cards issued
June: Exam week for girls Summer Music Concert GCSE Art Exhibition Year 10 Duke of Edinburgh Assessment weekend Year 11 Work Experience Year 10 Mock Interviews for Post 16 Theme Week
July: Year 11 Trip Year 11 Activity Day Year 11 Leaver’s Service Year 11 Prom House Rounders Year 7 – Year 10 Reports issued Junior Production – Senior Orchestra in band Sports Day Swimming Gala
EXTRA CURRICULAR
A host of clubs and activities are run before, during and after school. You will be advised of these at the beginning of each term via our Extra-Curricular Clubs Booklet, also available to look at on our website at https://www.manorhouseschool.org/school-life/extra-curricular/.
SCHOOL COUNCIL
Manor House has three school councils: Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Key Stage 1, School Council (Year 6 – Year 11) and Food Committee. A representative is elected from each form in Seniors to sit on School Council and
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Food Committee. Girls’ ideas are then discussed with the Headteacher following each meeting.
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE
Breakfast Club and Early Birds Girls may go to Breakfast Club from 8:00am. This is held in the conservatory. A range of cereals, toast and croissants are available and an English breakfast on Fridays. Please ask at the School Office for further details. Alternatively, girls can go to Early Birds from 7:45am in the Elizabeth Green Hall. This before school club is supervised by our staff and girls can chat with their friends, read or play small games. Girls in Years 10 and Year 11 may go to their classrooms instead of Early Birds.
After School Care
We offer an excellent after school care facility until 6:00pm every day. From 4:00pm Senior School girls can go to tea in the dining room. A small charge is made for a variety of snacks (50p each) for which they will need cash. Snacks include sandwiches, fruit, cookies or cakes and yoghurts.
From 4:15pm girls can go to Supervised Prep. This is held in the Mason Centre where girls can complete homework tasks, research topics for class work or wait until they are collected.
Supervised Prep does not need to be booked in advance. Girls sign in upon arrival and are signed out when they leave. Parents need to collect their daughter from the Mason Centre.
HOMEWORK
Homework increases in length from Year 7 – Year 11. When girls join in Year 7 they are given a reduced homework timetable, only including core subjects and language vocabulary learning. After the first 4 weeks, a normal homework routine is in place. Homework is uploaded by teachers on our parent portal, Schoolbase, as well as your daughter writing it in her homework diary.
Homework Expectations
Year 7 20 minutes per subject Year 8 30 minutes per subject Year 9 40 minutes per subject
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Year 10 40 minutes per subject Year 11 40 minutes per subject
Girls are expected to complete homework neatly and hand it in on time. If this is not achieved then girls will incur subject detentions. (See Behaviour, Rewards and Sanctions). If there is a genuine reason why your daughter was unable to complete her homework, a note of explanation should be given to her teacher. The expectation is that homework will be completed and handed in on time.
SCHOOL TRADITIONS
Those arriving at Manor House School will soon realise how many unusual customs we have including the ‘Golden Toast’ which is awarded to the best form captains each term in Preps and Seniors. The form, whose captain is selected, is then granted a mufti day.
On Founder’s Day (normally celebrated on the last day before October half term) girls have iced buns and form captains place flowers on Miss Green and Miss Wheeler’s graves by All Saints’ Church.
Being a good friend is highly praised at Manor House School and girls can nominate their friends to be commended and given a friendship badge in assembly.
The Christmas Fayre is one of the most anticipated events in the school calendar and the best Fayre for miles around. You will not be disappointed by this traditional and high quality event.
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BEHAVIOUR, REWARDS AND SANCTIONS
Kind and courteous behaviour is expected at all times. Discipline at school is based on a mixture of social responsibility, courtesy and respect between girls and staff, and between the girls themselves. We expect this courtesy and consideration to be extended to all visitors at the school.
All children respond well to praise and good behaviour is rewarded whenever there is an opportunity and girls receive house points. These are either written in the girls’ homework diaries or entered by staff onto Schoolbase. The total points then appear on school reports.
In some cases, members of staff reward good work and attitude by sending postcards home.
Detentions are given for poor behaviour or for work not completed or handed in. If your daughter receives a detention this is also entered onto Schoolbase for you to view and you will be alerted by email.
Reason for Detention Type of Detention Poor behaviour (rudeness, for Short Break with member of staff or example) form teacher Late or incomplete work 2 Short Break detentions Long Break with Head of Key Stage 3 Long Break detentions After School with Deputy Headteacher
More serious behaviour is very rare but for more information, please see the school website at https://www.manorhouseschool.org/school-life/policies/ where you will find policies regarding anti-bullying and behaviour.
Rewards
Girls are awarded badges and certificates on a termly basis following excellent effort or commendable achievement. Badges (to be worn on the lapels of blazers) and certificates are given out in assembly by the Headteacher.
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PREFECT BODY
Every year, Year 10 girls have the opportunity to apply to be a member of the Senior Prefect Team at Manor House during their final year in Year 11. The application involves writing a letter and, for the top positions, also giving a speech in assembly. The candidates for the top positions are then shortlisted and candidates are interviewed by the Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher. Those applying to be a Prep Prefect or Prep Leader also undertake a trial in the Prep School.
The positions available include Head Girl, Deputy Head Girl, House Captains, Sports Prefects, Academic, STEM and Events Prefects along with various other key roles. A full list of roles and descriptions of what they involve is given out at the start of the Summer Term when the process of application begins.
PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT
At the start of the Autumn term there is a ‘Welcome to the Academic Year Evening’ where you will be given some details of what the year ahead holds for your daughter. There is a formal parents’ consultation evening once a year where you can speak to each of your daughter’s teachers for 5 minutes. In Year 10 and Year 11 girls are expected to attend.
Open Morning
There are three Open Mornings each year. In the Autumn term, this is on a Saturday morning and all girls from Reception up are expected to attend. In the Spring and Summer terms these are mid-week. You are invited to join us and tour the school.
Prize Giving
In the Autumn term we hold our annual Prize Giving Evening. Prizes are awarded to girls from Reception class upwards. All girls from Year 5 upwards are expected to attend our Prize Giving Evening to share in celebrating everyone’s successes. GCSE certificates are awarded at this event too. All parents are invited to come and celebrate with us. There is pre-reception drinks for Year 11 Leavers and parents and a post prize giving reception for all attendees.
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SNACKS AND WATER #Happy and Healthy
Happy and Healthy is one of our seven school values. All girls are encouraged to bring a named water bottle to school each day. Your child may also bring a small, healthy snack to have at break time. We strongly encourage fresh fruit or raw vegetable sticks that help to keep pupils hydrated and provide easily digested, natural carbohydrates and sugars. Please do not send foods that are high in fat, salt or sugar as these inhibit learning and make it difficult for children to maintain concentration. We do make an exception for birthday cake!
EQUIPMENT
Each girl should come to school prepared for the school day. It is important to remember to bring in all books and equipment. This should include her black pen and pencil, calculator and iPad. For a full, comprehensive list of equipment that is required, please refer to our ‘Uniforms Regulations List’ which can be found at https://www.manorhouseschool.org/school-life/school-uniform/.
iPADS iPads are used in the Senior School as part of the learning experience at Manor House School. With the iPad now an integral part of the Manor House School curriculum, it has become an essential part of the learning tools that pupils use to support learning.
It is compulsory for all pupils starting in the Senior School to have an Apple iPad that must be able to run iOS 11 or higher. Whilst the specifications of iPads and their models change regularly, we would suggest that all purchases should be the latest models to future-proof your investment as much as possible. The 10.5” iPad Pro at 64GB or greater or the new 9.7” iPad 128GB, a cheaper option that will still meet the requirements for school usage, currently available from Apple, will be more than adequate to meet the needs of most learners as they progress through the school.
Our experience to date has shown that it is best for pupils to own the iPads themselves with four options open to parents:
1. You may purchase one directly from the school (at cost, including education discount and the option to spread payments).
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2. If your daughter already has an iPad, running IOS 11.0 or later, this can be used in school (iPads running earlier versions of IOS will not support some of the Apps and updates we use). 3. You could purchase an iPad directly from an Apple retailer e.g. (http://store.apple.com/uk/ipad). 4. If you have a trip planned to the USA, or know someone going on such a trip, it is often cheaper to purchase them there. The Apple iPad warranty is worldwide so will cover devices purchased in another country.
If you have any queries concerning iPads at Manor House School please contact the Deputy Headteacher, Mr Simon Hillier at [email protected] or Mr Russell Knowles, Network Manager at [email protected] if your queries are of a technical nature.
UNIFORM
Our uniform is supplied by Schoolblazer. Please create your account and/or log in at https://www.schoolblazer.com/ to order the school uniform. Our Uniform Regulations Guide lists the optional and compulsory items of the uniform and PE kit list and these are also identified on the Schoolblazer website.
You may find the guides on ‘How to Shop Our New School Uniform‘ and ‘FAQ Flyer‘ useful or may prefer to watch the ‘How to Shop’ video at our website https://www.manorhouseschool.org/school-life/school-uniform/. All pricing is listed on the schoolblazer website.
Schoolblazer provide an excellent complimentary name labelling service for all school uniform. Please ensure that all your daughter’s other belongings are clearly labelled.
We pride ourselves on our smart appearance. Uniform must always be worn on school trips unless otherwise stated. It should be clean and tidy. Shoes should be sensible and provide adequate support. Trainer socks are not allowed to be worn with the summer uniform. Long hair should be tied back. Nail varnish and make-up (unless Year 11) is not permitted. Please see our uniform regulations for further details.
LOST PROPERTY
When girls lose items, it is very easy to return it to them via the School Office if their items are named. Unnamed items for PE are usually found in a lost property bin in the changing rooms at the back of EGH. Other lost property is
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THE FRIENDS OF MANOR HOUSE SCHOOL (FoMHS)
FoMHS is a committee of parents and staff who organise social events and fundraising activities throughout the school year. They are a registered charity and have successfully raised funds for Manor House School and charities within our local community. The Friends can be contacted at [email protected].
CLASS REPRESENTATIVES
Each class has at least one parent representative assigned to it at the beginning of the year. These parents organise events, circulate contact details and communicate important reminders to other parents in the class. They also form the Parent Rep Group, who meet termly with the Deputy Headteacher to give feedback on a range of issues.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Girls in Year 6 may have applied for Academic, Sport and/or Creative and Expressive Arts (Art, Drama and Music) Scholarships which are valid from the start of Year 7 of our Senior School.
These scholarships are closely monitored and girls are expected to maintain a high level of commitment and achievement in their scholarship area.
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BURSARIES
In line with the government’s aspiration to ensure that all charities provide public benefit, we have means tested bursaries that can cover up to 100% of the fees and a small amount of the additional costs such as uniform.
Who is eligible for a Bursary?
You are eligible to apply for a bursary for your daughter if you are considering sending your daughter to the school. You will also be eligible if your daughter is already at the school but your family circumstances have changed and you find the fees are no longer affordable.
How do I apply for a Bursary?
You can download an application from the school website. This application should reach the Director of Finance and Operations by 20 November for the academic year starting the following September. Applicants will be notified in mid-January, a week following the Entrance Examinations.
How do you determine who is offered a Bursary?
We have a two part assessment of bursaries. The first is based on the financial information supplied in the form and takes into consideration income and assets. The second looks at the potential your daughter has shown to contribute to the life of the school, academically or through Music, Sports or Arts.
If any parent would like to donate to our Bursary fund, please contact Mr Charles Burton, Director of Finance and Operations at [email protected].
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APPENDIX OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1. School Uniform and Physical Education Kit List, Regulations & Equipment Guide
2. Policies; School Rules, Data Protection Policy, ICT Pupil; iPad User.
3. Additional Music Lessons, Speech & Drama Lessons. Uniform Regulations & Equipment
Welcome to the online school uniform service provided by Schoolblazer Schoolblazer.com was founded by parents for parents to take the chore out of shopping for school uniform.
Our secure online ordering service allows you to shop for uniform and sportswear at your convenience, and we even offer to sew all of the nametags into the garments for free – so throw out the sewing box and enjoy the summer!
We are committed to making your preparations for the new term as easy and pain-free as possible. If you have any questions or require help please do not hesitate to contact our Helpline on 0333 7000 703 Mon-Fri 9am-8pm, Sat 9am-5:30pm or email Schoolblazer at [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions How do I know what sizes to order? We ask you to input your child’s measurements and our Intelligent Sizing System will indicate the recommended size on the shopping page. However, this is a suggestion only, based on the measurements you have entered. Should you wish to choose an alternative size, you can use the drop-down menu to select this.
What if I need to return an item? We offer a free returns service so please return any item that is unsuitable and we will either refund or exchange as required.
Do I have to pay for name tags? We only charge for the cost of the name tags, but sew them in free of charge.
How long will my order take to be despatched? We promise to despatch fully name taped orders within 3 working days, and more swiftly than this wherever possible. There is also a FastTrack delivery option but name taping is not available with this service.*
I need an item that is showing as out of stock on the website, what should I do? As an online retailer we typically hold much higher levels of stock than a high street store, but if an item you require is showing as out of stock, please place your order and we will work to supply this as quickly as possible.
What if I need further information or help with my order? There is lots of information available on the Schoolblazer website including a ‘How to Shop’ video at www.schoolblazer.com/how-to-shop and you will also find answers to the most Frequently Asked Questions at www.schoolblazer.com/faq. Alternatively you can call our Customer Services Team on 0333 7000 703 and they will be happy to help. www.schoolblazer.com Email:[email protected] Call: 0333 7000 703
Manor House School Uniform and Physical Education Kit List Compulsory and Optional Items
Children start school in September in Summer uniform. Pupils typically switch to Winter uniform after October half-term.
Main School Uniform
Nursery - Boys & Girls School Uniform
Product SB Specification Optional/ Compulsory Notes
Jogging Bottoms Navy crested Jogging bottoms Compulsory For boys and girls Sweatshirt Navy crested sweatshirt Compulsory For boys and girls Polo shirt Sky Polo Crested Compulsory For boys and girls Shorts Grey Compulsory (Summer) For boys in Kindergarten (or optional in Nursery) Pinafore ‘Ellie' style V-neck pinafore, 'Graham of Optional (Winter) For girls in Kindergarten or Nursery Mentieth' tartan pinafore, Cardigan Navy with sky blue trim Compulsory (Summer) For girls in Kindergarten or optional in Nursery Summer dress Sky and white striped summer dress, Compulsory (Summer) For girls in Kindergarten or optional in tabbed style Nursery Shorts Navy PE Shorts Compulsory For boys and girls in Nursery Book Bag Navy crested book bag Compulsory For boys and girls Lunch Tabard Navy Compulsory For boys and girls
Manor House School Uniform and Physical Education Kit List Compulsory and Optional Items
Art overall Navy Optional For boys and girls Storm coat Navy reversible storm proof coat, Optional For boys and girls Waterproof trousers Navy Compulsory For boys and girls Legionnaires Hat Optional For boys and girls Socks White ankle (girls) and grey ankle (boys Compulsory Available from general stockists Trainers and Available from general stockists Wellingtons
Reception to Year 6 - Girls School Uniform
Product SB Specification Optional/ Compulsory Notes
Blazer Navy, girls poly-wool blazer, patch pocket, Compulsory crested, gold lining, sky piping around body, crested on patch pocket Pinafore (Reception ‘Ellie' style V-neck pinafore, 'Graham of Compulsory to Year 5) Mentieth' tartan pinafore, Kilt (Year 6) Amy' style kilt, 'Graham of Mentieth' tartan Optional for Year 6 (instead of Length - on the knee Pinafore). Girls can continue to wear the pinafore.
Blouse Performance cotton, blue chambray, Compulsory Long and short sleeved available revere collar blouses
Manor House School Uniform and Physical Education Kit List Compulsory and Optional Items
Cardigan Navy cotton acrylic cardigan with sky trim Compulsory Optional in Y6 for 2016/17 Tights Navy cotton rich tights Compulsory - Socks Navy knee high socks Either/ Or
Product SB Specification Optional/ Compulsory Notes Coat Navy reversible storm proof coat, un- Either/ Or but compulsory if a crested coat is worn Quilted Jacket Navy quilted jacket, girls fit Bobble Hat Navy knitted hat with sky bobble Optional Scarf Navy fleece scarf, un-crested Optional Gloves Navy fleece gloves Optional Sun Hat Sky blue baseball cap, crested Compulsory for Summer Rucksack Navy crested rucksack, Compulsory Lunch Tabbard Navy Compulsory for Reception – Year 2 Art Overall Green Wrap over Compulsory Socks White ankle socks (3pk) Compulsory Summer Dress Sky and white striped summer dress, Compulsory Optional in Year 6 (Reception to Year 5) tabbed style
Manor House School Uniform and Physical Education Kit List Compulsory and Optional Items
Year 7 to Year 11 - Girls School Uniform
Product SB Specification Optional/ Compulsory Notes
Jacket Navy, poly-wool, one button jacket, crested on Compulsory lapel, with sky piping on pockets, gold lining Kilt ‘Amy' style kilt, 'Graham of Mentieth' tartan, Compulsory Length - on the knee Blouses (Y7-Y10) Performance cotton, blue chambray, revere Compulsory Long and short sleeved available collar blouses Blouses (Y11) Performance cotton, white, button to neck Compulsory Long and short sleeved available blouses (2pk) House Ties (Y11) Plain house tie (royal, gold, emerald) Compulsory Jumper Navy cotton acrylic jumper with sky stripe at V Compulsory Hosiery Navy opaque tights (2pk) Either/ Or Socks Navy knee high socks (3pk) Quilted Jacket Navy quilted jacket, girls fit Optional Compulsory if coat is worn Socks White ankle socks (3pk) Compulsory Summer only Bobble Hat Navy knitted hat with sky bobble Optional Sun Hat Sky blue baseball cap, crested Optional Summer only Lab Coat White lab coat, un-crested Compulsory Art Apron Green wrap over Compulsory Rucksack Navy crested rucksack Compulsory to Y10
Manor House School Uniform and Physical Education Kit List Compulsory and Optional Items
Physical Education Kit
Nursery to Year 2 - Physical Education Kit
Product SB Specification Optional/ Compulsory
Jogging Bottoms Navy crested Jogging bottoms Compulsory Sweatshirt Navy crested sweatshirt Compulsory Polo shirt Sky Polo Crested Compulsory Shorts Navy PE Shorts Compulsory PE Socks White Ankle Socks (3 pack) Compulsory Black Leotard Optional PE bag Navy Optional Swim Suit Speedo Endurance Navy swimming costume (optional) or plain navy swimsuit Optional A towel and goggles /ear plugs (if applicable) will be required for swimming lessons.
Manor House School Uniform and Physical Education Kit List Compulsory and Optional Items
Year 3 to Year 11 - Girls Physical Education Kit
Product SK Specification Optional/ Compulsory
Polo Shirt Squadkit Hydrocool Lite Bespoke Ladies Fit Polo Shirt, crested Compulsory Skort Squadkit Hydrocool Lite Bespoke Skort, crested Compulsory Athletic Shorts Squadkit Optional Midlayer Squadkit Thermotex Midlayer, navy crested with sky overlocking Optional Tracksuit Top Squadkit Stormtex Bespoke Tracksuit Top, Mesh Lined, 1/4 Zip Covered Placket Compulsory Training Pants Squadkit Performatex Training Pants, panelled, girls fit, crested Compulsory Games Socks Squadkit Perfomance Bespoke Games Socks Compulsory PE Socks White PE socks Compulsory Games Bag Squadkit Panelled Games Bag- Medium Compulsory Baselayer Top (Skins) Squadkit Climaskin Baselayer Top, Crested Optional Baselayer Leggings (Skins) Squadkit Climaskin Baselayer Leggings, uncrested Optional Swimming Costume Speedo Endurance navy swimming costume Compulsory Swim Hat Crested swim cap in house colours Compulsory Swim Bag Navy crested swim bag Compulsory Leotard (Y3-Y6) Plain black leotard Compulsory Dance Legging (Y7-Y11) Black Dance Leggings Optional
Being proud of how we look is an important part of the school ethos and pupils are expected to wear their uniform with pride. Correct, clean uniform must be worn on the way to and from school and for all school functions and outings unless children are told otherwise.
All pupils in the main school should wear a Manor House School blazer or school coat to and from school every day and blazers should be worn to assembly but need not be worn inside the buildings. Year 11 girls should wear blazers at all times unless told otherwise.
PE skirts may only be worn as part of the PE uniform. School skirts should be knee length and may not be rolled up at the waist. Girls must go home in School uniform and not in PE kit unless they have had a school fixture or sports club and are being collected from pick-up. Blue tights or blue knee high socks must be worn in the winter and ankle high white socks in the summer. Trainer socks may only be worn during PE lessons or for sports matches.
Compulsory and Optional items can be found in the school uniform and kit list contained within the Joiner Booklet.
All girls attending the main school up to Year 10 must have the school bag which is available from School Blazer. Children in the Nursery will need a book bag.
Jewellery
One pair of small, plain gold, silver, pearl or diamond type studs may be worn in the lower ear lobes. Hooped earrings are not allowed. A small gold or silver religious symbol such as a cross on a chain may be worn. All of these must be removed for PE. Girls may wear watches. No other jewellery is appropriate or safe to be worn in school. One charity wristband may be worn but all other bracelets, i n c l u d i n g friendship bands, are not allowed. Hair and make-up
Hair must be of a natural colour and style. Hair must be brushed, kept tidy and fully fastened back if it reaches the shoulders. Longer fringes must be clipped back and pony tails should not be worn on the side or top of the head. Hair ties, scrunchies or clips should be navy, green or black. Hair clips must be performing a function and should not be purely decorational. These items are available in the school shop.
Clear nail varnish may be worn by Seniors only but no coloured varnish. Nails should be short and clean.
Make-up is not allowed to be worn by any girl below Year 11. Girls in Y11 may wear natural foundation and minimal mascara. In the case of any dispute, the Head of Key Stage or the Headteacher will decide on the appropriateness of a girl’s make up. Their decision will be final. Make up should not be brought to school. A clear lip balm is allowed.
School Shoes Shoes must be suitable for school wear. They should stay firmly on the feet and offer protection and support to the feet. Ballet pumps are not allowed. Heels should be a maximum of 2.5cm. Patent leather is acceptable. Trainers should only be worn for PE, sports practices and matches.
Below shows examples of acceptable shoes which can be bought at most shoe stores.
Wellington boots are required from Nursery to Prep and should be worn at break times in the winter for playing on the grassy areas.
These shoes are not acceptable:
Heels should be a maximum of 2.5cm. Canvas shoes are not permitted
Sports Equipment
Girls in the main school also require :-
A pair of trainers for outdoor sport A pair of black plimsolls / trainers for indoor sports A pair of Hockey or Football Boots with studs, shin pads and a gum guard (from Year 3). A towel for swimming and flip flops A Hockey Stick (optional) for the Autumn and Spring term A tennis racket (optional). Prep School Stationery - Compulsory items
2 HB pencils. A fountain pen (from Year 4). Ink cartridges (blue). Colouring pencils. Pencil sharpener (optional) Eraser (optional).
Senior School Stationery – Compulsory items HB pencil Pencil sharpener Fountain pen
Eraser Glue stick Black ink cartridges
Black roller ball pen Colouring pencils 30cm ruler Calculator Protractor (clear) USB memory stick
A4 hard plastic wallet Wide ruled file paper Scissors
Coloured writing pens.
Technology
In Year 7 you need a sewing box or suitable container:
A pair of scissors Tailor's chalk or marking pen A packet of embroidery needles Pins Tape measure Stitch ripper or ' Quickunpic' Threads as requested by teacher.
Food Lessons
A navy or white apron. Any sturdy bag or basket with a flat base.
School Rules for Pupils Behaviour Please: . Be polite and helpful to all members of our school community at all times. . Be on time and correctly equipped for your lessons. . Keep your belongings, cloakroom and classroom tidy and do not leave bags and other items unattended around school. . Walk round the school in a quiet and orderly manner keeping to the left in narrow areas. . Look after the school environment and do not drop litter. . Always hold open the door for the person behind you, and for staff and visitors. . Go in and out of Assembly or Church in silence.
Uniform Unless told otherwise, you must wear our correct school uniform which must be named (including shoes and other footwear): In school at all times. . On the way to and from school. . On school trips. You must not: . Wear PE kit in other lessons or when leaving school. . Wear make-up, nail varnish or jewellery (except plain gold or silver ear studs, a simple religious symbol around the neck and/or a watch). Your hair must be a natural colour and tied back with a navy, green, pale blue or white band if it reaches your shoulders or beyond.
Breaks and Eating Everyone, except Year 11, should be outside at break-time. In wet breaks, you may eat in your classroom only if you put litter in the bin. Lunch is served in the Dining Room or in Arcot Hall (Seniors only). Before lunch, please line up quietly. There is no chewing or bubble gum allowed in school. No sweets are allowed, unless permission has been granted e.g. birthdays.
Out of Bounds . The Science Labs, Art and HE rooms, Kitchen Garden and greenhouses are out of bounds without a teacher present. . The Conservatory door except going to assembly and at the end of the day. . The car parks, driveways, swimming pool area (except for lessons), the Dell, the Front Lawn, behind EGH and the Sports fields unless supervised by a member of staff. . The Kitchens at all times.
You must not leave the school grounds at any time during the school day without the permission of the Headteacher.
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Senior Pupils Only:
The following are not allowed in School . Smoking or possession of cigarettes, electronic cigarettes or similar devices and lighters. . Alcohol or illegal substances such as drugs. . Knives or any dangerous weapon.
The following are allowed under certain conditions . Mobile phones, which must be switched off at all times. They may only be used with staff permission and must be handed in to form tutors at the start of each day. . Medicines – which must be given to the School Nurse. . Valuables such as iPods, headphones etc. should not normally be brought to school. If you have to bring something valuable to school, it should be placed in the school office and clearly named for collection at the end of the day.
Manor House School cannot accept responsibility for valuables or mobile phones.
Data Protection Policy
Please read this policy and complete the ‘Parental/Guardian Permission Form’ relating to School Data Protection in the Forms Pack.
1 INTRODUCTION Manor House School takes the security and privacy of your data seriously. The school is required to process relevant personal data regarding pupils, parents, guardians and staff (the “data subjects”) as part of its normal operations and shall take all reasonable steps to do so in accordance with this Policy.
Processing may include obtaining, recording, retaining, disclosing, destroying or otherwise using data. In this policy, any reference to the above data subjects includes past and present as well as current individuals.
2 DATA PROTECTION OFFICER The School has appointed the Bursar, Finance as Data Protection Officer (DPO) who will endeavour to ensure that all personal data is processed in compliance with this Policy and the Principles of the Data Protection Act 2018.
3 THE DATA PROTECTION ACT and the EU GENERAL DATA PROTECTION PRINCIPLES The Data Protection Act 2018, which came into force on 25th May 2018, and has 6 data protection principles. The School is accountable for these principles and must be able to show that we are compliant and the data must:
. Be processed fairly, lawfully and transparently; . Be collected and processed only for specified, explicit and legitimate purposes; . Be adequate, relevant and limited to what is necessary for the purposes for which it is processed; . Be accurate and kept up to date. Any inaccurate data must be deleted or rectified without delay; . Not be kept for longer than is necessary for the purposes for which it is processed; and . Be processed securely.
4 PERSONAL DATA Personal data covers both facts and opinions about an individual. The school may process a wide range of personal data on pupils, parents, guardians and staff as part of its operation. This personal data may include (but is not limited to): names, home addresses, email addresses, academic, disciplinary, admissions and attendance records, examination scripts and marks, recruitment records, qualifications, employment history, results of DBS or similar enquiries, criminal records, appraisal and performance information, next of kin, payroll details (including bank, salary and deduction details, court orders, PAYE & NIC details, payment history, etc.), those records required by legislation, e.g. health & safety and employment legislation, etc.
5 PROCESSING OF PERSONAL DATA Consent may be required for the processing of personal data unless the processing is necessary for the school to undertake its obligations to pupils and their parents or guardians, or is necessary for the performance of contracts of employment. Any information that falls under the definition of personal data, and is not otherwise exempt, will remain confidential and will only be disclosed to third parties with the consent of the appropriate individual or under the terms of this Policy.
6 SENSITIVE PERSONAL DATA The school may, from time to time, be required to process sensitive personal data regarding a pupil, parents or guardians, or a member of staff. Sensitive personal data includes medical information, and information relating to religion, race, trade union membership or criminal records and proceedings. Where the school processes sensitive personal data, the explicit consent of the appropriate individual will generally be required in writing.
7 RIGHTS OF ACCESS TO INFORMATION Individuals have a right of access to information held by the School. Any individual wishing to access their personal data should put their request in writing to the DPO. The School will endeavour to respond to any such written requests as soon as is reasonably practicable and in any event, within a month unless the request is complex or numerous in which case the period in which the school must respond can be extended by a further two months.
There is no fee for making a SAR. However, if your request is manifestly unfounded or excessive we may charge a reasonable administrative few or refuse to respond to your request.
Certain data is exempt from the right of access under the Data Protection Act. This may include information that identifies other individuals, information that the School reasonably believes is likely to cause damage or distress, or information that is subject to legal professional privilege. The School is also not required to disclose any pupil examination scripts.
The School will also treat as confidential any reference given by the School for the purpose of the education, training or employment, or prospective education, training or employment of any pupil or member of staff. The School acknowledges that an individual may have the right to access a reference relating to them received by the School. However, such a reference will only be disclosed, if such disclosure will not identify the source of the reference or where, notwithstanding this, the referee has given their consent or if disclosure is reasonable in all the circumstances.
8 WHOSE RIGHTS Under the Data Protection Act the individual to whom the data relates has the rights to this data. The School will however in most cases rely on parental consent to process data relating to pupils unless, given the nature of the processing in question, and the pupil’s age and understanding, it is unreasonable in all the circumstances to rely on the parent’s consent. Parents/guardians should be aware that in such situations they might not be consulted.
The School will only grant the pupil direct access to their personal data if, in the School’s reasonable belief, the pupil understands the nature of the request.
Pupils agree that the School may disclose their personal data to their parents or guardian.
Where a pupil seeks to raise concerns confidentially with a member of staff and expressly withholds their agreement to their personal data being disclosed to their parents or guardian, the School will maintain confidentiality unless it has reasonable grounds to believe that the pupil does not fully understand the consequences of withholding their consent, or where the School believes disclosure will be in the best interests of the pupil or other pupils.
9 EXEMPTIONS There are situations where access to information may be withheld by the school:
a) The Data Protection Act contains a number of exemptions when information may be withheld, these include: information which might cause serious harm to the physical or mental health of the pupil or another individual; cases where the disclosure would reveal a child is at risk of abuse; information contained in adoption and parental order records; information given to a court in proceedings under the Magistrates’ Courts (Children and Young persons) Rules 1992; copies of examination scripts; and providing examination marks before they are officially announced.
b) Unstructured personal information.
The school will generally not be required to provide access to information held mutually and in an unstructured way.
c) There is also certain data which is exempted from the provisions of the Data Protection Act, including the following: The prevention or detection of crime; The assessment of any tax or duty; Where the processing is necessary to exercise a right or obligation conferred or imposed by law upon the School.
The above are only examples of some of the exemptions under the Act. Any further information on exemptions should be sought from the DPO.
10 DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION The School may receive requests from third parties to disclose personal data it holds about pupils, their parents or guardians, or members of staff. The School confirms that it will not generally disclose information unless the individual has given their consent or one of the specific exemptions under the Data Protection Act applies. However, the School does intend to disclose such data as is necessary to third parties for the following purposes:
To give a confidential reference relating to a pupil to any educational institution which it is proposed that the pupil may attend. To publish the results of public examinations or other achievements of pupils of the School. To disclose details of a pupil’s medical condition where it is in the pupil’s interests to do so, for example for medical advice, insurance purposes or to organisers of school trips.
Where the School receives a disclosure request from a third party it will take reasonable steps to verify the identity of that third party before making any disclosure.
11 USE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION BY THE SCHOOL The School may, from time to time, make use of personal data relating to pupils, or members of staff, in various ways. These may include:
Use of photographic images of pupils in all School-related communications, media and social media Where possible Manor House will follow the Department for Education guidelines, as below:
If the pupil is named, avoid using her photograph. If the pupil is pictured, avoid using their full name.
Exceptions may be considered necessary to the above advice; some examples are given below:
Permission to use images and full names of pupils for promotional purposes. Such as: School publications eg school magazine, calendar, yearbook School literature eg weekly newsbriefing which highlights individual pupil achievement School websites Press releases - For coverage in the local press we are required to supply names with photographs, in contrast to DfE data guidelines.
Use of personal data to assist maintaining relationships This includes maintaining relationships with pupils, parents/guardians or members of staff (past or present) of the School, including transferring information to any school- related association, society or club set up for the purpose of establishing or maintaining contact or for fundraising, marketing or promotional purposes. This specifically includes the provision of parents’/guardians’ names, home addresses, email addresses and contact numbers to the school’s parents’ associations and the provision of former pupil contact data to the Manor House Old Girls’ Association. This policy will be issued to parents/guardians on joining the school. Parents/guardians are asked to record in writing their permission (Appendix 1). Use of photographic images of staff in all School-related communications, media and social media
Manor House, so far as is reasonably practicable, will comply with the Data Protection Principles contained in the Data Protection Act (see section 4.) Some examples of when staff images may be used are given below: School publications/events eg, assemblies, charity events, productions, concerts, school magazine, calendar, yearbook School literature eg weekly newsbriefing School websites Press releases - For coverage in the local press we are required to supply names with photographs
This policy will be issued to staff on joining the school. Staff are asked to record their permission in writing (Appendix 2). A further opportunity is given for permission to be withdrawn as pupils or staff leave Manor House. (Appendix 3).
12 EXAMINATIONS The publication of examination results is lawful under the Act, as it is necessary for the legitimate interests of the school. This means that whilst it is not strictly necessary to obtain pupils’ or parents/guardians’ consent to the publishing of results, the school should make them aware that this may take place. In order to reduce the possibility of potential upset, any publication should be in alphabetical rather than in result order, or even anonymously.
14 REFERENCES Under a specific exemption in the Act, the individual does not have the right to gain access to a confidential reference from the organisation that has given it. However, once the reference is with the organisation to which it was sent then no such specific exemption from the right of access exists.
References given for certain purposes, including education, training or employment, can be exempt from the Act. Where the school gives a reference, e.g. a University reference on behalf of a pupil, or an employment reference for an employee or former employee, then the reference should be marked “Confidential for the Purposes of the Data Protection Act 1998”. The reference should then be exempt from disclosure under a subject access request. However, it may be more difficult to withhold disclosure of references received, particularly if the candidate is turned down for the post or place.
References may only be given by the Headteacher or the Bursar, Administration or the Bursar, Finance, or by some other person specifically authorised by the Headteacher. All references should, wherever possible, be on school headed notepaper. All references must be given with reasonable care, to make sure that the facts are correct and that opinions are based on accurate facts, so that any possibility of action from the employee or the prospective employer is avoided.
15 RETENTION OF RECORDS Manor House School will follow the fifth principal of the Act that requires that personal data be kept no longer than is necessary but will consider the Records Management Society for recommended guidelines.
Pupil Data The school should not collect or retain more information than is necessary and all irrelevant or out of date personal information should be destroyed. Once a pupil has left the school, it is not necessary to retain all the information held on them. However, it is appropriate that some data is kept for longer periods than others, depending on its nature. Irrelevant or particularly sensitive information should be deleted or destroyed.
A list of former pupils may be maintained and used, provided the principles of the Act are observed. Processing should be for the legitimate interests of the school and not unduly prejudice the rights and freedoms of the individual. While disclosure, without consent, of name and address details to a third party, e.g. for marketing purposes, would not be acceptable, the retention of basic biographical information on a record- keeping database, and even its publication in a record of former pupils, is acceptable. Personal data such as health records should not be transferred to former pupil databases held for the distribution of former pupil mailings. Reasonable steps should be taken to keep such a database up-to-date with accurate entries of addresses and telephone numbers, etc. Such records may be kept indefinitely.
16 ACCURACY The School will endeavour to ensure that all personal data held in relation to an individual is accurate. Individuals must notify the DPO of any changes to information held about them. An individual has the right to request that inaccurate information about them is erased or corrected.
17 SECURITY The School will take reasonable steps to ensure that members of staff will only have access to personal data relating to pupils, their parents or guardians, or other members of staff, where it is necessary for them to do so.
All staff will be made aware of this policy and their duties under the Data Protection Act. The School will ensure that all personal information is held securely and is not accessible to unauthorised persons.
18 ENFORCEMENT If an individual believes that the School has not complied with this Policy or acted otherwise than in accordance with the Data Protection Act, they should utilise the School complaints procedure and should also notify the DPO.
This policy will be updated in September 2018.
ICT Pupil User Policy
Please read this policy and complete the ‘ICT Pupil User Policy Form’ in the Forms Pack.
I will not view unsuitable material on websites. I will not bring the name of the school into disrepute by misusing external websites, blogs, messaging services etc. e.g. by bullying, harassment, issuing threats, offensive, or racist remarks, or by defaming someone’s character at any time. I will not send any inappropriate material or post pictures of others on external sites without their permission. I understand that any e-mail going out from the school will carry Manor House School’s address and represents the school. I will not give out personal information about myself when using a computer. I will not access chat rooms or instant messaging services in school. I will keep my password confidential. I will not attempt to access another person’s files without their permission. I will only download files containing pictures or text i.e. not program files. I will not take information from the Internet and claim it is my own work. I will not attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Manor House School network or to any other computer system found on the Internet. I understand that the Internet in school is for educational use. I will not use it for financial gain, political purposes or advertising.
SAFETY WARNING: When inputting at the keyboard, a person should keep the shoulders relaxed with the elbows at the side, with the keyboard and mouse positioned so that reaching is not necessary. The chair height and keyboard tray should be adjusted so that the wrists are straight, and the wrists should not be rested on sharp table edges. Wrist or palm rests should not be used while typing.
iPad Information
At a glance: 1. All pupils will be expected to have an iPad (We recommend the iPad Pro 9.7”, 128GB) for use in school and at home 2. iPads are a flexible, innovative tool which offer exciting learning opportunities as part of our wider digital strategy 3. Apps for educational purposes will be controlled by the school using Mobile Device Management software
EDUCATIONAL CONTEXT Why has Manor House School decided to work with iPads? Aside from being a powerful tool to complement what already works well in the classroom, the iPad will encourage independent learning, provide the facility for resources to be shared more easily, allow for more variety in how tasks are completed, and enable feedback to be issued in ways that are appropriate to each individual pupil. There are many ways in which the technology enhances the excellent teaching and learning that already takes place at Manor House School.
By harnessing the potential of this technology, and using it appropriately as a tool to support learning, our teachers and pupils have the opportunity to become more efficient, more innovative, more creative and more effective. The technology is increasingly being used in universities and in the workplace, and so we aim to equip our pupils with the skills that they will need in later life. A great deal of thought, research and planning has gone into this project to ensure that it provides the greatest possible educational benefit to our pupils.
How are the iPads used during lessons? This will vary depending on the teacher and on the aims of that particular lesson. The iPad does not replace the effective teaching and learning methods that are already in use, but acts as another tool that, when used in the right way and at the right time, enhances the lesson. Pupils can expect a greater variety of tasks throughout the school day, and even within each lesson, some of which will make use of the iPad.
Some examples of how the iPads are used: to provide instant access to a bank of resources, without the need for lots of paper worksheets. for independent research. to share an individual’s work instantly on the interactive whiteboard for discussion with the class.
to complete an electronic quiz, allowing a whole class to respond to a teacher’s questions either together or at their own pace. to view or create a screencast of a question being answered. to make a mixed-media presentation about the topic being studied. to annotate a set text or other source material in a variety of ways, without being constrained by what will fit on a piece of paper. to provide instant access to subject-specific software, e.g. a graphing programme for Mathematics.
What are the iPads used for outside of lessons? Many of the uses above also form part of homework tasks. In addition to this, the iPad could be used: as a personal planner, to keep track of homework and other tasks. to submit work electronically, and to receive feedback electronically (with the possibility of oral feedback). to provide a forum for discussion, through the use of teacher-monitored websites. for easier access to school e-mail accounts, with the potential to improve communication between teachers and pupils.
Will the iPads be used in every lesson? No. They will be used as and when the teacher deems it appropriate. When they are used, this will not always be for an extended period of time.
Why does every pupil need their own device? It is compulsory for every pupil to have their own device and it will become just another tool in her school bag, alongside her stationery and other resources. There will be tasks for which iPad use will be optional, but there may also be times when the activity is only possible with an iPad. Each pupil’s device will be linked to their e-mail address and their Onedrive account, and can be used to access their own personal files.
Have other schools insisted on tablets for every pupil? Schools all over the country, and indeed worldwide, have begun to embrace mobile technology.
PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS
When will the pupils need to have their iPads? Pupils will be expected to have their own iPads with a protective case on the first day of the Autumn term.
What if the iPads all look the same? It is recommended that pupils personalise their iPad case in a discreet and tasteful way, to make it distinguishable from those of their peers. However, no stickers or other markings should go on the device itself. Pupils will also find that a distinctive lock-screen background will help them to identify their device.
My daughter already has an iPad. Does she need another one? No, as long as it can run IOS 10 or above. The school will provide all necessary apps, and will have control over the functionality of the iPad while in school using mobile management software.
My daughter prefers to use a laptop. Does she need an iPad? Yes. The two have very different functions. There are some tasks for which a laptop would be more appropriate, but likewise there are other tasks for which the iPad is better suited and some which simply would not be possible on a laptop. It is also worth noting that there is emerging evidence suggesting children can type faster and more accurately when using an on-screen keyboard, rather than a physical one. Keyboards can be purchased for the iPad should your daughter prefer this method of typing.
Will my daughter be bringing the device home? Yes. It is expected that each pupil will bring her iPad home on a daily basis. It will be used for some pieces of homework, and it will need to be charged overnight (the cost of keeping an iPad charged for one year is estimated to be £0.78).
How can I control/monitor what my daughter does on her iPad at home? For younger pupils, iPad usage must take place in shared areas of the house and overnight charging of the device must occur outside the pupil’s bedroom (it is recommended that this applies to all ages where possible). Internet filtering will be dependent on your home network. If filtering is not already in place, you will be able to arrange it through your internet service provider. We can issue further advice about this before your daughter receives her iPad if needed.
What if my daughter arrives at school without her iPad? Pupils (and parents if necessary) should take responsibility for bringing the iPad to school each day. Pupils will be expected to take their iPad to lessons, as appropriate, just as they are asked to take relevant books and stationery. If a pupil leaves her iPad at home, she may be able to make use of a spare device, although of course it is likely to be much more difficult for her to access her existing work, online accounts and e- mails.
What if my daughter arrives at school and her iPad is not charged? Again, pupils (and parents) should take responsibility for ensuring that the iPad is fully charged when they arrive at school each day. If this is not the case, pupils will be able to make use of a dedicated area within the school with the capacity to charge a small number of devices and, if necessary, a pupil may be able to borrow from a supply of spare devices.
What happens if my daughter’s device is lost/stolen/damaged? We strongly suggest that the iPads are covered by a comprehensive insurance policy. Such a policy should allow for stolen or accidentally damaged iPads to be replaced. However, this may not apply in cases where devices are lost or damaged due to neglect. Parents are responsible for completing any insurance claim. Over the past 18 months we have had no iPads stolen or misplaced. Of those that did get damaged most belonged to the school as the girls tend to look after their own devices really well. The insurance company we have used and suggested to parents has been very fast and efficient in replacing the two iPads that got damaged, without any quibble, over the past 9 months. (These were in school bags when they should have been in lockers.)
Will my daughter still have exercise books and textbooks? Yes. However, it is likely that the number of textbooks needed will be reduced, as various virtual equivalents of textbooks will start to be used (e.g. iBooks, iTunesU courses, online learning spaces). The main advantages of this will be that the content can be tailored to fit the school’s needs, the details can be kept up-to-date, interactive elements can be included and the pupils could add their own material.
Will our daughter be able to use her iPad as a personal device, for things that are unrelated to school work? The iPad can be used in this way as it belongs to each pupil. However, she should remember that the device is used for school work, and so other content should not be installed at the expense of school related material.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION Why Apple iPads? Following a detailed review of the options, our conclusion is that the iPad represents the best educational solution that is currently available. We have put in place the necessary infrastructure and processes so that we can adapt our approach to take advantage of better options that may emerge. We aim to provide the best possible educational experience.
What kind of iPads are recommended? We recommend an iPad Pro 9.7”, 128GB or later models, that run IOS 10. The iPad Pro is currently the latest and most powerful iPad. It has a large screen but is lighter than the previous models of the same size. 128GB will allow for a wide range of apps with space left over for any files, photos or videos that need to be stored on a temporary basis.
What apps will my daughter need? The distribution of apps is controlled by the school, using Mobile Device Management software. The means that the core apps are chosen and paid for by the school, and a download prompt will be sent to the pupils’ screens enabling them to be installed.
Will my daughter be able to download additional apps of her own choice? Yes. However, this can only be done if there is sufficient storage for them alongside all of the school related content and, to download paid apps in this way, credit card details or an iTunes voucher would need to be linked to your daughter’s Apple ID. The same would apply to purchases that are made within apps. We would advise that you decide whether to allow your daughter to download paid content and, if so, whether to put any restrictions on this.
How will the pupils get files onto and off their iPads? The use of ‘Foldr’ and Office365 should make it easy to switch back and forth between working on a PC/Mac and working on a tablet.
What if my daughter is not confident in using the technology? Support will be available in the form of Digital Ambassadors in the Senior School. They will be trained and technologically confident pupils, who will assist in troubleshooting any technical problems that arise during, break time clinics. At all ages, teaching in the use of technology will follow similar principles to that of other subject areas: sensitivity in approach and differentiation according to pupil need will ensure growing skill acquisition and growing confidence.
RESPONSIBLE AND SAFE USE How will you ensure that the pupils are using the devices responsibly during lessons? Staff are trained to be aware of possible opportunities for misuse. Pupils are informed as to what constitutes appropriate usage through the iPad Acceptable Use Policy – any pupils who behave inappropriately will face the possibility of sanctions, as they would with any other misbehaviour. If it is suspected that a pupil is misusing her device, it is possible for us to monitor the content that is installed, and also to see which websites or games have been accessed.
Are the pupils protected from inappropriate content on the internet? On school grounds, the same internet restrictions that apply to school computers are applied to the iPads through the WiFi connection. At home, the desired restrictions need to be put in place on your home network. If you have not already done this, you can do so through your internet service provider. We can issue advice about this before your daughter receives her iPad if it is needed.
How will I know what my daughter is doing on her iPad? Our experience so far is that the nature of the iPad promotes sharing, and parents learn a great deal about their child’s school life through work that their child shows them on the iPad. We would suggest that you talk to your daughter about the ground rules for using her iPad at home, and about your access to the data that she stores on it.
Will too much screen time harm my daughter? Although studies have shown that spending a long time watching television is not advisable for children, or indeed anyone, using an iPad is different. A tablet user is interacting with the device, stimulating brain activity, rather than passively observing. The school emphasises to the girls the need for down-time away from their devices, and the value of face-to-face communication. It is recommended that girls do not use their iPads for at least an hour before bedtime, so that their brains are not over-stimulated when they go to bed. We recommend that iPads are stored and charged in a room other than the bedroom at night.
Should we be encouraging reliance upon technology? The way that technology is being used is rapidly changing, both in and out of the workplace. Our aim is to enable the pupils firstly to identify when its use is appropriate, and secondly to develop the necessary expertise and confidence to use it effectively.
How does the school help pupils to understand how to remain safe in the digital world? PSHE sessions cover many issues and will continue to do so. These include e-safety, cyber-bullying, addiction to technology and sexting (at appropriate ages). Pupils are encouraged to report any inappropriate online behaviour to staff. Parents are asked to ensure that they are fully aware of their daughter’s iPad use, that they talk regularly with her about her activities on the iPad and other devices, and that parental expectations and standards are as strictly enforced in the digital world as they are in other areas of their daughter’s lives. This will support school safety policies.
Will my daughter’s school bag become even heavier? The iPad Pro is reasonably light, and its use could make school planners redundant. It is also likely that, as our supply of electronic resources increases, pupils will not need hard copies of so many textbooks. There will certainly be fewer paper handouts to add to the weight of the bag!
Will regular iPad usage impact upon my daughter’s handwriting ability? As with all vital skills, we will not be neglecting the need to focus on handwriting. Pupils will still be expected to complete tasks with pen and paper when appropriate. Of course, we will be especially careful to ensure that girls are fully prepared to write by hand in their examinations.
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iPad Acceptable Use Policy
Introduction
Manor House is committed to using technology to enhance teaching and learning across the whole school community. The authorised use of this technology within the school needs to be consistent to ensure access and safety for all. Manor House also recognises and encourages the use of this technology at home to aid the learning process.
This policy applies to all users of iPad hardware and software technology at Manor House. It applies to all iPads used by our pupils, staff, parents and governors. It is intended to compliment the school’s wider Policy on ICT Acceptable Use, iPad user agreement and the internet. With rapid changes in ICT the policy will undergo periodic review and as such the school reserves the right to amend any sections or wording at any time.
The following details define the proper use of the device in school and out of school hours. iPAD OWNERSHIP
Pupils can lease iPads or buy them directly themselves. Any pupils who use an iPad at Manor House School must sign up and adhere to the terms stated in this Policy as well as the ICT Acceptable Use Policy and iPad user agreement. The school maintains the right to filter internet content and manage the use and connection of an iPad to the school network.
Privately purchased iPads that wish to be used at Manor House will have profiles installed to allow safe internet access. This restricts the use to approved applications within school. These restrictions will be removed when the device leaves the school grounds. It is the responsibility of the student to take backups of their documents and photos. A student will not be permitted to use an iPad in school unless it has been configured by the school for use in the school.
Manor House disclaim all responsibility for damage to iPads that are brought into school that are left unattended or do not meet with the regulations of the school or this policy. It is the responsibility of the individual to ensure the above do not occur. Individual insurance should be taken out on iPads as they will not be covered by the school’s policy.
TAKING CARE OF iPads
Pupils are responsible for the general care of the iPad. iPads that are broken, or fail to work properly and are covered under a private insurance, Apple care or the leasing agreement insurance policy, owners must telephone these companies directly for an evaluation of their device in the case of a claim. The school will not negotiate with leasing or insurance companies this remains the sole responsibility of the parent/guardian.
General Precautions
iPads must never be left unattended or in any unsupervised area. iPads must be left in locked lockers at break-time and lunch time.
Carrying iPads
A protective case must be used with the iPad and have sufficient padding to protect the iPad from normal treatment and provide a suitable means for carrying the device within the school. iPads should always be within the protective iPad case when carried. Cases and iPads should also be labelled to ensure they can be identified easily. The school has no liability if an iPad is lost or damaged on its premises or school trips.
Avoid placing too much pressure and/or weight (such as folders and workbooks) on the iPad screen. The iPad screens can be damaged if subjected to rough treatment. The screens are particularly sensitive to damage from excessive pressure on the screen.
USING YOUR iPAD AT SCHOOL
iPads are intended for use at school each day. In addition to teacher expectations for iPad use, announcements, planners, calendars and schedules may be accessed using the iPad. Therefore, pupils are responsible for bringing their iPad, fully charged, to all classes each day.
Pupils who repeatedly (three or more times in a term) fail to bring the iPad to school, or maintain a fully charged battery, will be issued with a detention for lack of equipment.
If pupils leave their iPad at home, they are responsible for getting any assignments or coursework completed as if they had their iPad present. Spare iPads will not be available to pupils who forget to bring their iPad to school or who fail to charge their iPad.
Pupils who fail to bring in a functioning iPad to school are expected to complete all assignments even if it means doing so on paper that is clearly labelled with their name.
CHARGING YOUR iPAD’S BATTERY iPads must be brought to school each day in a fully charged condition. Pupils need to charge their iPads each evening. It may take up to 3 hours to fully charge the iPad.
PASSWORDS iPads should be password/passcode protected. Pupils are prohibited from sharing this password with anyone else except their parents.
PHOTOGRAPHS/IMAGES
Photographs/Images stored on the iPad will be in accordance with the school’s ICT Acceptable Use policy and the iPad user agreement. Manor House reserves the right to randomly check any iPad for unsuitable content.
SOUND, MUSIC, GAMES, OR PROGRAMS
Sound must be muted at all times unless permission is obtained from the teacher for instructional purposes.
Gaming on iPads whilst in school is strictly prohibited and will be deemed as a misuse of ICT and as a result incur a consequence. (This will be monitored by staff in lessons and any iPads used outside of the designated areas around school will be confiscated)
Programs and Apps on iPads must not violate any terms of this policy, the Computer Acceptable Use policy and the iPad user agreement.
iPads and mobile devices may not be used outside of the classroom. If it is necessary to complete school work then this should be done in the designated areas.
HOME INTERNET ACCESS/IPAD USE
Pupils are allowed to use their iPads at home and set up wireless networks on their iPads to assist them with homework, coursework etc. It is the responsibility of the Parent/Guardian to monitor and oversee iPad use within the home setting.
Instructions regarding App Purchases/Apple Accounts will be forwarded to Parents/Guardians as appropriate.
It is recommended that parents place parental controls onto iPads to ensure their daughters are safe whilst on-line. (There will be a training session provided for parents after school one evening.)
MANAGING YOUR FILES AND SAVING YOUR WORK
Saving Work
It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that work is not lost due to mechanical failure or accidental deletion. iPad malfunctions are not an acceptable excuse for not submitting work. Therefore, pupils should back up all work using facilities such as Onedrive or foldr.
SOFTWARE ON iPADS Originally Installed Software 1. Manor House School will synchronize the iPads to contain the necessary Programs and Apps for school work. The Software/Apps originally installed by Manor House must remain on the iPad in usable condition and be easily accessible at all times. From time to time the school may add or modify software applications for use in a particular course.
2. Periodic checks of iPads will be made to ensure that Pupils have not removed required Apps. Depending on the circumstance of app removal this could be regarded as a minor offence.
INSPECTION
Pupils may be selected at random to provide their iPad for inspection so they comply with the iPad Policy as well as the Computer Acceptable Use Policy and iPad user agreement.
PROCEDURE FOR RE-LOADING SOFTWARE
If technical difficulties occur or illegal software (e.g. non-Manor House iTunes Apps) is discovered, the iPad will be restored from backup. The school does not accept responsibility for the loss of any software or documents deleted due to a re-format and re-image. There will be restrictions on applications used in school, these will be lifted when not on site. It is expected that pupils will be sensible with what applications are installed on their iPads. Pupils should make regular backup copies of their iPads on home computers or the cloud.
SOFTWARE UPGRADES
Upgrade versions of licensed Software/Apps are available from time to time. Pupils will be expected to download all updates prompted by Apple. These updates should automatically be sent through to iPads as long as the Manor House Profile is installed in the iPad.
ACCEPTABLE USE
In addition to the school’s Policy on the Computer Acceptable Use and the Internet, the school permits use of the Apple iPad in a manner that supports the school’s aims and objectives and is in line with all school Policies.
Any user of a mobile device should be aware of the correct and appropriate manner in which they should be used to benefit learning. If a person violates any of the user terms and conditions named in this policy, privileges will be terminated, access to the school’s network may be denied, and the appropriate consequence shall be applied in line with the School’s Policy on the Computer Acceptable Use, the Internet and Behaviour.
PARENT/GUARDIAN RESPONSIBILITIES
Parents are expected to talk to their daughter(s) about the values and standards that she/they should follow on the use of the Internet just as they do on the use of all media information sources such as television, telephones, films, radio, iBooks etc.
Parents might want to enable parental controls on their daughter(s) iPad as a method of ensuring safer use when off site.
Parents and pupils should familiarise themselves with the details of their iPad Insurance Plan in case of accidents, theft or misuse. For example, leased iPads that are not protected by a case will not be covered under the Insurance Plan. It remains the sole responsibility of the parent/guardian to ensure the iPad insurance terms and conditions are adhered to.
PUPILS’ RESPONSIBILITIES ARE TO:
Use Apple iPads in a responsible and ethical manner.
Obey general school rules concerning behaviour and communication that apply to iPad and computer use.
Use all computer resources in an appropriate manner so as to not damage school equipment.
Turn off and secure their iPad after they are finished working to protect their work and information.
Report any email containing inappropriate or abusive language or if the subject matter is questionable.
Pupils must install the “Find my iPad” application using their School e-mail credentials to aid recovery of lost or stolen devices.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES STRICTLY PROHIBITED
In addition to the guidance outlined in the School’s wider Policy on Computer Acceptable Use and the Internet Pupils are not permitted to:
Illegally install or transmit copyrighted materials. Change iPad settings (exceptions include personal settings such as font size, brightness, etc).
Delete the school profile. ‘Jailbreak’ their iPad. Use another student’s iPad. Leave their device on the School’s premises overnight. Send or display offensive messages or material. Use obscene language or content. Cause damage to IOS, devices, computer systems or computer networks. Use other people’s passwords Trespass in others’ folders, works or files. Download illegal content or material which is suspicious. Photograph or video anybody without their permission. Video or photograph any lessons without permission from the staff member concerned. Post photographs or videos online without permission from the staff member concerned. Use their iPads out of lesson time, except in the designated areas (Failure to comply will result in confiscation, and pupils will still be expected to complete all tasks set).
LEGAL PROPRIETY
Pupils should comply with trademark and copyright laws and all license agreements. Ignorance of the law is not immunity. If a student is unsure, they should ask a teacher or parent.
Use or possession of hacking software is strictly prohibited and violators will be subject to consequences as per policy. Violation of the law may result in criminal prosecution or disciplinary action.
iPad IDENTIFICATION
Student iPads will be labelled in the manner specified by the school. This includes being clearly named. iPads can be identified in the following ways:
Serial Number Manor House School Sticker.
DISCIPLINARY MEASURES
If a student violates any part of the above policy, the following sanctions will apply:
INAPPROPRIATE USE
1st Offence (Minor) – Student(s) will have their iPad confiscated, taken to the School Office and collected by the pupil at the end of the school day. Details of ‘Check-In’ and ‘Check-Out’ will be recorded and a letter will be sent home with a warning regarding future use of the iPad.
2nd Offence – Student(s) will have their iPad confiscated, taken to the School Office and collected by the Parent/Guardian at the end of the school day. Details of ‘Check-In’ and ‘Check-Out’ will be recorded, a detention issued and a further letter with an increased warning regarding future use of the iPad and the consequences of the 3rd Offence.
3rd Offence – Student(s) will have their iPad confiscated and taken to the Deputy’s Office. Loss of iPad and privileges for a length of time will be determined by the Headmistress. A suspension may ensue.
Any pupil who persistently refuses to co-operate or violates any aspect of the provisions of the iPad Policy or the iPad user agreement and the Computer Acceptable Use /Internet Policy may face other disciplinary action deemed appropriate in keeping with the school’s Behavioural Policy.
Violations may result in disciplinary action up to and including internal suspension for pupils. When applicable, law enforcement agencies may be involved.
A pupil will be required to hand over their iPad to a member of staff if:
the iPad or any of its features has been used for any form of bullying.
there is a suspicion that the iPad has unsuitable material stored on it.
a pupil has disrupted a lesson through improper use of an iPad.
a pupil has misused their iPad to take photographs/video on the school
premises which they have not received permission to do so.
games are being played on the iPad in school time.
the iPad has been used to breach any school rule/policy and general well-
being of staff and pupils iPad Information
School supplied iPads iPads supplied by the school will be pre-configured and handed out to the girls on their return from Swanage. iPads must remain in their supplied cases at all times if any insurance claims are to be honoured.
When the ipad comes home, connect it to your household wi-fi
1) Go to Settings > Wi-Fi, and make sure Wi-Fi is turned on. 2) Tap the name of the Wi-Fi network you want to join. 3) Enter the password for the secure Wi-Fi network, then tap Join. If you can't tap Join, the password you've entered is incorrect.
iPad supplied from home iPads should be handed in to Form Tutors either on the first day of term or the Thursday morning prior to departure for Swanage. iPads should be named and if a passcode has been set, this should be included. iPads will then be configured to be handed back out in the first full week back.
All documents, photographs, music (anything!) must be saved elsewhere (eg the icloud) as when the school’s management software is installed it will wipe your iPad. In order for this installation to be undertaken, ‘Find my iPad’ must be switched off by the password holder of the Apple account the device is linked to by following the steps belows: 1) Go to ‘Settings’ 2) ‘Apple ID, iCloud, iTunes & App Store’ (top left) 3) ‘iCloud’ 4) ‘Find My iPad’ 5) Slide the ‘Find my iPad’ button to off 6) Enter your Apple ID to deactivate Find my iPad
Any apps that you have downloaded / paid for previously, can be re-downloaded once logged into the iTunes account they originally were downloaded from. iPads not supplied by the school are not covered by the school’s insurance and this will need to be organised by parents.
Once configured, the school will ‘push’ apps out to your daughters’ iPad remotely
Internet is filtered when in school (when connected to your home wi-fi you will need to
have your own filtering, usually via your internet service provider)
Non educational apps such as Snapchat and Instagram will be disabled when in
school
Manor House Guide to Parental Controls of iPad Apps
Setting up an Apple ID Your daughter will need an Apple ID if she is going to download apps at home from iTunes or the app store. Under 13’s must have their Apple ID created by a parent, therefore you will need to set up your own Apple ID if you don’t have one. Setting up an Apple ID
Normally, when you set up an Apple ID, it has to be linked to a payment method (credit card) to pay for any downloads. It is however possible to create or use your Apple ID without a payment method. NB this is not an option if you wish to use Family Sharing (see below).
https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT204034 Family Sharing Once you have your Apple ID, you can set up Family Sharing. Family Sharing makes it easy for up to six people in your family to share each other’s iTunes, iBooks, and App Store purchases without sharing accounts. You pay for family purchases with the same credit card and can approve / reject your daughter’s downloads (free or paid) from a parent’s device.
https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT201060
Ask to Buy Once you have set up family sharing, you will receive an ‘ask to buy’ notification every time your daughter tries to ‘buy’ something from the app store or iTunes. Please NB this also applies to any free downloads. This notification will be sent to your mobile device and you then choose to approve or reject the request. Ask to buy is switched on by default for anybody under 13, although you can choose to switch it off.
https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT201089
Parental Controls if not using Family Sharing Parents may find after a while, that the regular ask to buy notifications, if your daughter is just wanting to download free apps to try, can become a little tedious. The alternative to family sharing that still affords some parental control is to use Restrictions to block or limit specific apps and features of your iPad. This includes applying age restrictions, e.g. preventing apps being download that have a 12+ age rating. Importantly, you can also disable in-app purchases.
https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT201304
Additional Music Lessons
If you would like your daughter to take additional music lessons, please complete the reply slip in the Forms Booklet.
Extra instrumental lessons are taken by visiting, peripatetic music teachers during the school day. Fees for these lessons are dealt with by the independent visiting teachers who will bill you directly and supply you with their individual terms and conditions. The fee for a half hour lesson is approximately £20 however the teacher will confirm their fee when contacting you regarding lessons. Your daughter should receive thirty lessons per annum and whilst every effort will be made to re-schedule any lesson missed by your daughter, this is not always possible. Please give notice to the visiting teacher when your daughter takes part in any school trips or activities that will take her out of her scheduled lesson.
Lessons are usually organised on a rotation basis however girls in Years 10-11 and girls who learn more than one instrument are given a fixed time, wherever possible. Please note that your daughter will therefore miss a curriculum lesson and work will need to be caught up. A full term’s notice is required when stopping lessons or one term’s fees will be charged in lieu of notice. Advice on the hiring and buying of instruments can be given by the visiting teachers and is advisable for the best deals. For pupils wanting piano lessons the ideal would be to have a piano at home to practise on. However, keyboards can work well in the early stages of piano studies provided they are full size, touch sensitive and have weighted keys which replicate the action of a piano. Please do not hesitate to contact the School Office at [email protected] if you have any queries.
Tuition is offered in the following instruments:
Bass Guitar Flute Oboe Theory Cello French Horn Piano Trombone Clarinet Guitar Recorder Trumpet Cornet Jazz Piano Saxophone Violin Drum Kit Keyboard Suzuki Violin Voice
In some cases, waiting lists are in operation. You will be informed of the situation as soon as possible.
Speech and Drama Lessons
Speech and Drama lessons provide individuals with in-depth and transferable skills that will benefit participants throughout their lives and careers. The programme concentrates on a wide range of abilities and aims to challenge learners within a focussed but fun environment. LAMDA examinations are taken every year.
What is LAMDA?
LAMDA is the UK’s largest statutory speech and drama awarding body. LAMDA examinations are designed to equip candidates whatever their age and aspirations with a range of skills that will serve them throughout life.
At Manor House School, Stagestars offer LAMDA tuition in:
Acting Verse & Prose Reading for Performance Improvisation Mime.
Learners will have the opportunity to choose a course of study from Acting, Speaking Verse & Prose and Using Spoken English (Speaking in Public). The three pathways provide learners with different skills and learners should choose a pathway that will best suit their interests and needs. The pathways will be discussed and explored with the pupils to determine preference and suitability at the start of the programme. However, a preference should be indicated below if there is one.
Acting: This pathway gives learners the opportunity to explore and perform a range of classical and contemporary texts whilst developing confidence and performance technique.
Speaking Verse & Prose: This pathway is the entry point for Speech and Drama lessons and is the recommended route for those new to performing and speaking in public. It is designed to nurture an appreciation for poetry and literature and develop confidence and speaking skills.
Using Spoken English/Public Speaking: This pathway allows learners to explore a range of topics and develop their public speaking and presentation skills. The course aims to give learners an understanding of the power of the spoken word and develop skills in effective communication.
How will it help my child?
LAMDA tuition can help your child in many ways: Build self-confidence and self esteem Unlock the imagination Develop communication skills Support the creative, intellectual and social development of the individual as a whole. Acquire skill certification Receive a record of personal achievement Receive critical appraisal and guidance for future development Learners receive UCAS points that can count towards university when they reach Bronze, Silver and Gold LAMDA exams.
If you require further information then please do not hesitate to contact Elisa-Marie Hamer A.L.A.M, Co-Director of Stagestars on [email protected] or telephone: 01372 271111 / 07816436129.
Please fill out the ‘Speech and Drama Lesson Request Form’ in the Forms Booklet to book your place.
Terms and Conditions for Speech and Drama Lessons
Speech and Drama lessons take place during the school day on a rotating timetable. Learners can, where possible, choose a time convenient for them. Lessons are conducted in pairs or in small. Solo lessons can be arranged upon request. Students will receive 30 lessons per Academic Year (10 per term). Autumn Term- Select exam pieces, Spring Term – Exam Term, Summer Term- Characters, role play, improvisation, props etc Preparatory Fees for 10 lessons a term are £100.00 for group lessons and £200.00 for solo lessons. You will be sent an invoice at the beginning of the term and fees must be paid within one week of receipt. Senior Fees for 10 lessons a term are £130.00 for group lessons, £200.00 for solo lessons and for learners taking their medals £160.00. You will be sent an invoice at the beginning of the term and fees must be paid within one week of receipt. Fees for LAMDA examinations are not included in the term fee above, you will be notified of the additional amount and invoiced. Examination fees are available on the LAMDA exams website www.lamda.org.uk/exams. Should learners not attend their exams for any reason then the cost of the exam will be forfeited. Arriving late for an exam can result in disqualification. Half of the exam fee can be claimed back if an exam is missed due to illness but only by providing a doctor’s note. Exams are not compulsory for learners wanting to develop without taking a formal examination. Every effort is made to reschedule any lessons inadvertently missed by students, however it must be noted in some circumstances this may not be possible. Should lessons not run due to teacher absence then these will be caught up. A full terms notice, in writing, is required when terminating lessons, otherwise one term’s fees will remain payable. Once enrolled fees will not be refunded for any reason.
Manor House School is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and all staff share this responsibility. We have an extensive safer recruitment policy and procedure which ensures those unsuitable for working with children are identified at the initial stages. All staff in regulated activity with pupils are subject to the standard employment checks including an enhanced DBS check. Volunteers and visitors are also subject to identity checks.
Safeguarding training is actively promoted on an annual basis and is mandatory for all staff.
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