ACADEMY TIPTON

2020/2021 PROSPECTUS 2 Contents

Chief Executive’s Welcome 4 Head of School’s Welcome 5 A Message From Our Sponsor 6 Our Ethos 8 Everyone Has A Say 10 Tailored Learning 11 Learning at The Core 12 Student Support 13 Our Curriculum 14 Academy Life 16 Dressed For Success 17 ACADEMY The Q3 Day/Year 18 TIPTON How To Apply 19

3 Chief Executive’s Welcome The Q3 Academies Trust is committed to We have an outstanding team of staff who education the whole child, underpinned by work tirelessly to challenge every student Christian values. Our name “Q3” embodies to be the ‘best’. They encourage creative out ethos: to search for that which is good, thinking, designing learning to engage right, and true. The Q3 Family currently and inspire all students. Out Sponsor and has three Academies in the Trust: Q3 Governors are committed to supporting Academy , staff in providing the highest quality and . Our Academies learning experience for every young are vibrant and exciting places to learn person who joins us. Strong, collaborative and grow, were we strive for excellence in partnerships with our parents and carer all that we do. contribute to the on-going success of their children. This relationship begins before There is a relentless focus on high quality entry to Year 7 to ensure a smooth and teaching and enrichment opportunities seamless transition. for every young person who joins the Q3 Academies Trust.; we are determined to We have exceptionally high expectations give our children the very best start in life. of our young people. When they leave our Academies we are determined that they Our Academic achievements are will have the qualities, academic success, impressive, and to support this we focus and interests that will enable them to on character development and have high enjoy a successful and enriched life. expectations of behaviour. Pastoral care is exceptional and the excellent relationships I am very privileged to be the Chief are a striking feature of our work, as we Executive and I give you my personal help students to develop mutual respect, commitment to ensuring that ‘No child is empathy, and care for others. left behind’.

We recognise that education is also about I look forward to welcoming you to our nurturing talent and every young person is Academies. encouraged to engage in the wide range of activities on offer across the Q3 Academies Dr Caroline Badyal Trust. Chief Executive 4 Head of School’s Welcome

Q3 Academy Tipton is a brand We have high expectations of our new Academy, dedicated to quality students. Every day, students will education of the whole child. Our be reminded of the ethos and expectations and ambitions are be expected to uphold this at all unapologetically high – we want only times to; whilst at the Academy the best for the children that attend and also travelling to and from the our Academy. Academy.

At Q3 Academy Tipton, our ethos I welcome prospective parents has an important role to play in or carers to visit us and see what helping shape an understanding of we’re all about. Please contact us appropriate behaviour, meaningful at [email protected] relationships and family values; it is the cornerstone of a commitment to Ms Keziah Featherstone care, compassion and contribution to Head of School the wider world.

The Academy has a passion to encourage students to build firm foundations for their lives where respect, trust, determination, responsibility and creativity will be valued as drivers for educational success.

We value partnerships within the community as well as across the world as these both prepare students for adult life but also broaden their horizons. 5 A Message From Our Sponsor

RSVP Standards huge difference to what can be achieved. Have you received A friend of mine who built a successful Reflect at the end of each day and ask an invitation to business, that is a household name “What have I achieved today?”. Keep a special event across the country, had this simple motivated, have a clear purpose and a and seen printed mission statement “only the best will passion for all that you do and you will on the invitation do”. To achieve this ourselves we need succeed. card RSVP? The clear and uncompromising standards. letters are an Standards that will provide a foundation I hope you will want to play your part in abbreviation from upon which to build a worthwhile life. Q3 Academy Tipton and we will strive to a French phrase enable you to achieve your best. What is “Répondez S’il Vous PlaÎt” It means please Values your response? respond. The values we seek to teach can be reinforced in the home and together Eric Payne OBE My message to you is an invitation. It can have a life-long effect. The Q3 Sponsor invites you to become a student at Q3 ethos, based on Christian values, is we Academy Tipton. It also sets out essential believe something to which everyone principles which make us a distinctive can subscribe regardless of their faith school where we want everyone to work or none. They form a benchmark together to achieve their best. against which students can assess their behaviour. They set a standard for Relationships performance and delivery of their work. We all have a part to play in building They establish right relationships with good relationships. Good relationships fellow students, staff, family and the between students and teachers, wider community. teachers and parents together make a difference in the community. Good Purpose relationships recognise the need for What do you want to achieve today? rules and standards. Good relationships Set down your goals. A good idea is to are fundamental to school, family and write them down and decide which are community life and help us to achieve our the most important. Having a clear common purpose. purpose for all that you do makes a 6 7 Our Ethos

We build on our ethos to provide an enriching holistic education for every student. Spiritual and moral development is a powerful resource within a school’s environment, reflecting the diversity of culture, ethnic background and experience in the local community. So what exactly is meant by ‘spirituality’?

8 Q3 Academy Tipton is a fully inclusive and The name Q3 represents three high diverse Academy, where we recognise ideals, which we mean to follow in “Spirituality is concerned with and celebrate that every child is unique. everything we do. ‘whole child’ development, taking a We build on that ethos to provide an holistic view of education. A school enriching curriculum that educates the To seek for that which is good that continues to address spiritual whole child. To seek for that which is right development will find that children To seek for that which is true become more ‘ready’ learners, willing Spiritual and moral development is a to co-operate and contribute within powerful aspect of our education. Our Our ethos helps to shape an the school community.” environment reflects the diversity of understanding of appropriate behaviour. Standing Advisory cultures, ethnic backgrounds, beliefs and In developing character, it creates Council for Religious Education experiences of the local community. commitment to care and compassion. (SACRE) What do we mean by spirituality? Students are able to build firm “Spirituality is concerned with ‘whole foundations for their lives, with values child’ development, taking a holistic view like respect, care and empathy, which are of education. A school that continues all keys to a happy and successful life. to address spiritual development will find that children become more ‘ready’ learners, willing to co-operate and contribute within the school community.” Standing Advisory Council for Religious Education (SACRE)

Our ethos shapes our name “The development of a sense of identity, self-worth, meaning and The letter ‘Q’ represents the Latin word purpose. It is about the development Quaerere – meaning to “seek after” or of a student’s ‘spirit’. Some people “search for”. We see life as a journey, may call it development of a student’s during which we look to improve our ‘soul’, others as the development of knowledge, our aspirations and develop ‘personality’ or ‘character’”. The Office our values. for Standards in Education (Ofsted).

9 Everyone Has A Say

Working with families and carers Student Voice

We are committed to strong partnerships Research shows that students who have with the parents, carers and families of a say in their education enjoy greater all our students to ensure every child success. Therefore, the views of all our achieves their potential. students are important to us. We have an active Student Council, with Captains in We meet with parents, carers and each Tutor Group – but we endeavour to students as they begin Year 7, Year 11 make this wider, with all students’ views and Year 12 to ensure we get to learn listened to. about each child as an individual and to establish strong relationships. Ensuring that students are actively engaged in their own learning is very The most valuable support any parent important to us – students should be or carer can provide is to take an active the architects of their futures and our interest in the Academy, what their child purpose is to guide and support them is learning and how they are engaging in into adulthood. our community.

We hold regular Parents’ Evenings and share information about your child on a regular basis, including the online website and app, ClassCharts.

10 Tailored Learning

Our innovative curriculum allows us to personalise education and offer Learning Pathways.

11 Learning at The Core

Our staff are enthusiastic and have We are committed to a personalised the very highest expectations. There curriculum, creating the flexibility to is a culture of high expectations – for match all our students’ abilities and fire both staff and students. Staff must their imagination. demonstrate to students on an everyday basis what is expected at Q3 Academy Tipton. We wish to inspire lifelong Our vision for learning is simple: we will learners that will always strive to work educate the whole child and ensure that hard and do their best. no child is left behind. Sometimes students will find learning All our staff are committed to making a difficult – our purpose is to identify difference. We know that our children the barriers to learning and work in have one chance at an education; this partnership with you and your child to responsibility is a genuine privilege. find ways to overcome these.

12 Student Support In addition, each year group is led by a Year Director who is supported by a Year Manager. Year Directors and Managers Every student should feel a valued, are on hand to ensure all students respected and equal member of the are settled, happy and learning. These Q3 family. Each is placed in one of incredible professionals build strong five Companies when they arrive. relationships with students and their families, encouraging hard work and tackling concerns. All students join one of our mixed ability We are dedicated to ensuring that the tutor groups with a dedicated and transition from primary to secondary committed personal tutor. Students and school is as positive and reassuring as it tutors start every day with one another can possibly be. and tutors are on hand to support children with any problems that need resolving.

Each tutor group is part of a Company Arts (House) structure; each Company has its own identity, logo and ethos. Each Company is led by volunteer staff and Communications student captains that lead inter-Company competition and celebration. Discovery

Lifestyle

Social Design 13 Our Curriculum Q3 Academy Tipton is a fully inclusive In addition, our unique Hori7on and 11-19 school with a strong Sixth Form. Innov8 curriculum adopts a project based approach to learning and includes When students first arrive in Key Stage 3, Computing, Religious Education, Design they are housed in one building to create Technology, Art, Music and Drama. a ‘middle school’ style education, enabling them to become part of a smaller Independent Learning (homework) is community. Their curriculum is heavily essential to support students’ progress. traditional with the majority of time being This is set regularly and parents/carers taught English, Maths, Science, History, are able to monitor its setting and Geography and French. completion via the ClassCharts website/ app. Great importance is placed on literacy, oracy, numeracy and skills that enable children to think creatively and independently, as well as work as part of a team.

Physical Education is also a weekly compulsory part of the timetable and we also offer plentiful enrichment opportunities – sporting, creative and academic.

14 Academy Life

Excellence is achieved in an encouraging atmosphere and with a high degree of personal motivation.

15 Dressed For Success

As with all things, the Q3 Academies’ Girls philosophy with regards to uniform and appearance is that we are preparing our • EITHER Navy Blue Pinstripe Trousers OR Navy Blue Pinstripe Skirt students for the world of work. In all • Navy Blue Pinstripe Blazer matters relating to Business Wear, the • Navy Blue Jumper (optional) Head of School’s decision is final. • Cravat (with company colour motif) • White Blouse Hair: brightly coloured hair dyes and • Lanyard with ID badge • EITHER Black or Navy Socks (ankle or knee totally shaved, decorated scalps or length with no frills or patterns) OR Black, extreme styles are unacceptable. Navy or Opaque/Flesh coloured Tights (no patterns) Headscarves: should be plain blue or • Sports Kit as listed black. • School Shoes • School Bag • Pencil Case with Black or Blue Pens, Pencil, Jewellery: one small (no wider than Ruler, Eraser, Calculator 5mm) pair of plain gold or silver studs, one in each earlobe only. No other piercings are allowed including nose piercings, tongue or lip piercings or ear Boys spacers. Rings, bracelets and necklaces are not to be worn for health and safety • Navy Blue Pinstripe Trousers reasons. • Navy Blue Pinstripe Blazer • Navy Blue Jumper (optional) • Silver Tie (with company colour motif) Make-Up: students are not permitted to • Lanyard with ID badge wear make-up at the Academy. • White shirts • Black or Navy Socks (no patterns) Nails: no nail varnish or nail extensions. • Sports Kit as listed • School Shoes • School Bag • Pencil Case with Black or Blue Pens, Pencil, Ruler, Eraser, Calculator 16 Shoes

Black; material must be able to be polished (so no canvas, suede or velvet). The Academy operates a strict Business Dress (uniform) policy and These should be worn at all times with the student’s Business Dress. Students must all students attending Q3 Academy wear their shoes to and from the Academy at all times when in Business Dress. Tipton must conform to it. The uniform (referred to as Business There can be many interpretations of “school shoes” and many shops label unsuitable Dress) helps to instil a sense of pride, products as “school shoes.” reflecting a modern, successful and thriving environment. Please, do not waste your money, avoid fashion items and buy simple shoes.

With regard to appropriate shoes, the Head of School’s decision is final in all situations.

Girls - Low heel; black only; no boots; plain (no logos).

Boys - Durable shoes; lace-up or slip on; black only; plain (no logos).

Sports Kit

The following items are compulsory sportswear for students. It available to purchase from MACRON for £50.

• 1 Navy Blue Tracksuit (with Q3 motif) • 1 Pair of Navy Blue Shorts (with Q3 motif) • 1 Navy Blue round neck Shirt (with Q3 motif) • 1 Pair of Navy Blue Long Sports Socks 17 The Q3 Day The Q3 Year Years 7 to 9 8.40am Students arrive at the Academy 8.50am - 9.00am Form Time 9:00am - 10:00am Lesson 1 The year is divided into six half terms which includes four 10:00am - 10:15am Break assessment and reporting cycles. 10:15am - 11:15am Lesson 2 11:15am - 12:15pm Lesson 3 The summer term is extended by one week to facilitate 12:15pm - 1:45pm Lesson 4/Lunch ‘Transition Week’ with the Autumn term reduced by one 12:15am – 12:45pm Lunch Years 9 & 10 week. 12:45am – 1:15pm Lunch Year 8 1:45pm – 2:45pm Lesson 5 2:45pm – 3:05pm Lesson 6 (Health/PSHE followed by Intervention & Detention Time)

Years 10 to 13 8.40am Students arrive at the Academy 8.50am - 9.00am Form Time 9:00am - 10:00am Lesson 1 10:00am - 11:00am Lesson 2 11:15am - 11:15am Break 11:15am - 12:15pm Lesson 3 12:15pm - 1:45pm Lesson 4/Lunch 12:45pm - 1:15pm Lunch Year 10 1:15pm - 1:45pm Lunch Years 11 - 13 1:45pm – 2:45pm Lesson 5 2:45pm – 3:05pm Lesson 6 (Health/PSHE (20m) followed by Intervention & Detention Time) 2:45pm – 3:25pm Year 11 Interventions (40m) Monday – Thursday 18 How To Apply

a) Children in public care. Contacting the Academy

Q3 Academy Tipton is part of the b) The admission of students whose There may be queries, positive issues and Admissions Scheme. You will siblings (brother, sister, stepbrother and sometimes concerns about which parents need to complete a Local Authority stepsister) currently attend the Academy and carers may wish to express their views. application form, available from your (including Sixth Form) and who will There are a number of ways to do this: child’s primary school or from the continue to do so on the date of Local Authority of the borough in admission. - A written comment in the student’s which you live. Return the form to the Learning Diary; Local Authority by the closing date c) The admission of students whose - A letter to the Personal Tutor; shown. parent/carer has been employed at - Telephone or email contact. the Academy for two or more years at the time at which the application for If an issue needs to be dealt with urgently, admission is made, or the parent/carer please contact the Academy Receptionist For admission into Year 7, applicants will has been recruited to fill a vacant post who will ensure that you are referred to the need to be aged 11 by September 1st in the for which there is a demonstrable skill appropriate member of staff. year of entry and will be expected to meet shortage. the entry criteria. Where the number of In the unlikely event that an issue has not applications for admission is greater than the been resolved by the Head of School to your d) The admission of students on the basis published admissions number, applications satisfaction you may contact: will be considered against the criteria set out of proximity to the Academy using below. straight line measurement from the main Dr Caroline Badyal entrance of the Academy to the main Chief Executive After the admission of students with an entrance of the child’s home. Q3 Academies Turst Education, Health & Social Care plan where Wilderness Lane Q3 Academy Tipton is named on the plan, Great Barr the criteria will be applied in the following order: B43 7SD 19 Address www.q3tipton.org.uk

Q3 Academy Tipton Alexandra Road facebook.com/q3tipton Tipton DY4 7NR twitter.com/q3tipton 0121 521 1540

Sponsor: The Grace Charitable Trust Mr Eric Payne

Chief Executive: Dr Caroline Badyal ACADEMY Head of School: Ms Keziah Featherstone TIPTON