Corby Business Academy COMMIT BELIEVE ACHIEVE

Prospectus Academic Year 2021-2022

A valued member of the Aspirations for all students’ academic excellence and potential

Commitment towards the holistic development of each student

Strong community relationships and ambition for all

Classroom experiences are supplemented by These additional components mean they can access educational trips and visits that broaden knowledge many developmental opportunities and forge We work hard to ensure that our students have the of their subject areas and equip them for life friendships at other schools. best teaching and learning, excellent facilities and a Welcome to beyond the Academy. full range of enrichment activities that run alongside To read more about their individual professional Corby Business academic studies. Our curriculum provides a wealth Our role as educators is to ensure that students expertise and collective ambitions for the school, of opportunities to make academic progress and have the best possible learning and life experiences please visit our website that nurture both their academic qualities and www.corbybusinessacademy.org gain confidence. Holistic development is a enable the development of their unique Academy significant part of our strategic planning; we are personalities. We look forward to welcoming your child to our determined to ensure that students leave us as well Dear Parents, Carers and prospective Students, community. rounded individuals. We are proud of the exceptional facilities on offer at Thank you for your interest in Corby Business Corby Business Academy and we are valued Academy. We are delighted that you are considering During their time with us, students will be members of the Brooke Weston Trust. an application for our school; a place where each challenged with work that is tailored to their ability Yours sincerely student and staff member is valued as a part of our levels and encouraged to meet and exceed This means we have the support of a well­ established organisation that educates thousands of community and encouraged to always aim high. expectations. students in Northamptonshire and Cambridgeshire. We have a dedicated and skilled team of staff who Students will access detailed information and are committed to giving all students a high quality guidance about subject options at GCSE and Our students attend inter­Trust activities, such as educational experience, as well as nurturing A­Level, as well as possible career pathways that educational visits, careers based learning, sports Simon Underwood individual skills and aspirations. can be pursued. competitions and the Combined Cadet Force. Associate Principal Our Vision

Our vision is to instil the Academy’s values into each of our students and give them the skills and opportunities to succeed. Student voice and staff philosophy has recently seen us pledge to following:

Commit Believe Achieve

We challenge ourselves with this thought whenever there is consideration in the areas of planning, delivery, strategy and aspirations for our students.

At Corby Business Academy:

• Students and staff strive to become the best they can Contents • Students develop the confidence to be active citizens in the wider world • The qualities of enterprise and initiative are encouraged among students and staff alike 2 ­ 3 Welcome • Students and staff work in a safe and comfortable environment 4 Contents • Every student will achieve the best academic outcomes possible 5 Our Vision 6 The Academy Building These aims will be achieved 7 The School Day through: 8 Curriculum Years 7­11 Developing a full range of learning, 9 Sixth Form thinking and problem solving skills

10 ­ 11 Enrichment & Learning outside the classroom ­ Session 6 Connecting the Academy to the real world of work wherever possible

12 Student care, welfare / OUR VISION CONTENTS ­

& inclusion for all Offering a wide range of subjects and 13 Unit Provision enrichment activities

14 ­ 15 Community links, communication Having the highest expectations of & online students and staff 18 The Brooke Weston Trust 19 Admissions Delivering a rich and balanced curriculum Corby Business Academy 5 ­ 4 glass of onelearningcommunity. Each ofthemainfacul It hasbeendesignedto ensure maximum visibilityandcohesiveness, sothat we are allpart arranged withseparate facul The site hasanimpressive sportsprovision andthebuildingis We are very proud oftheAcademy buildingandourfacili Mathema teaching rooms. It includestwo dedicated ICTsuites andnine Humani Business andEnterprise alongside learning, The BHEfaculty isthecentre oftheAcademy’s (BHE) rooms. three ICTsuites anddedicated mathema taught within thisfaculty, whichincludes Mathema (MAIT) Business, Humani Drama, whichincludesadrama studio. The COMMS faculty housesEnglishand Communica workshop andartrooms. and technology machines,plusalarge and photography so crea that you would expect to Technology. Itboasts thelatest equipment Art, Media,Music,Photography and Design The AMIDfaculty ishometo thedisciplinesof AMID) Art, MusicandIndustrial Design ­ fronted classrooms. Facili ti ve ortechnical business,suchasmedia ti es andModernForeign Languages. ti ti cs, ICTandComputer Scienceare cs andInforma ti on (COMMS) ti ti es andEnterprise es ft ware, 3Dprinters, design Building The Academy fi ti

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6­7 Corby Business Academy ­ THE ACADEMY BUILDING / THE SCHOOL DAY Curriculum Sixth Form

Years 7­11 Our mission is to develop a thriving Sixth Form where students are Our broad and balanced curriculum is designed to support academic equipped with the appropriate skills to ensure success in their next and personal development. All our subjects play an important role in stage of life, whether that is higher education, apprenticeship helping to prepare students for further education or the world of work. or employment.

Business, Careers and Enterprise learning skills are implemented across the curriculum and are visible throughout the entire academy. These promote independence, teamwork, creative thinking, reflection and Our Sixth Form is committed to: self­management. The personalised curriculum caters for the needs of all students and is tailored to their levels of ability. • High levels of achievement for all students

• Courses which reflect our students’ ambitions and that are appropriate to their needs

• Rigorous standards of learning, teaching and assessment

• Structured support to enable all students to achieve their maximum potential KS3 • Careers education and guidance so that students are encouraged to aim high • Rich opportunities for personal, spiritual and cultural development At Corby Business Academy we recognise the importance of developing high level literacy and numeracy skills, therefore, We offer a range of A­Level and Vocational Level 3 courses. subjects delivered at Key Stage 3 (Years 7, All prospective students are interviewed to identify the best possible combination of courses to meet 8 and 9) have a focus on the development their individual needs. As with Key Stage 4, our range of courses changes each year to respond to the of these core areas of the curriculum. needs of the students. At Key Stage 3, all students study English, 11 / SIXTH FORM Mathematics, Science, Active (physical This allows young people to specialise in areas of interest ­ education), Design Technology, Drama, KS4 and enables pathways for higher education or the world of work. Modern Foreign Languages, Careers, Belief Philosophy and Ethics, History, Key Stage 4 students continue to follow a We aim to ensure that all students progress to Geography, Computer Science and Music. core curriculum with a wide choice of university, further training or employment. Personal, Social and Health Education are optional subjects. All are given the Each student is expected to be involved with also taught through weekly lessons, a opportunity to undertake GCSEs and enrichment activities we offer. This is to tutor time programme, assemblies and other non­GCSE Level 2 courses, such as support the development of transferable skills CURRICULUM YEARS 7 YEARS CURRICULUM devoted days of learning. At Key Stage 3 BTECs. There are various routes that and enable strong university, apprenticeship or ­ the Academy’s aim is to give all students students can opt for at Key Stage 4, job applications. the opportunity to work to their full depending on their Key Stage 3 potential at a speed that matches their outcomes. However, most students will These opportunities include the Young ability. Success by the end of this key complete a core suite of qualifications Enterprise scheme, the Extended Project stage gives students the greatest comprising of Mathematics, English, Qualification, The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, opportunity to excel during Key Stage 4 Science, Geography or History and a volunteering and mentoring younger students. Our (Years 10 and 11) and Key Stage 5 (Sixth Modern Foreign Language. Further option Sixth Formers act as role models and take an active role Form). blocks allow students to select other hosting various school events. Our provision at Key Stage 3 has resulted subjects from a broad range of academic

Students who have been in Year 11 in the Unit Provision can continue their education in the Sixth Form, Corby Business Academy in an accelerated and efficient curriculum. and creative subjects. 9

following life skills­related courses with continued help and support. ­ 8 Enrichment & Learning outside the classroom ­ Session 6

Sports Leading a healthy lifestyle is encouraged at the Academy and our sports teams regularly take part in fixtures. Sporting opportunities include traditional sports that operate alongside newer or alternative sports. We also encourage individual sports to ensure that passion or talent is developed.

Music More than 120 of our students now play an instrument and there are a wealth of opportunities

for our musicians to perform in school shows as well as at community events and further 6 SESSION ­ afield. Groups include the award­winning Senior Concert Band.

Trips and Residential Experiences Enrichment trips give students an opportunity to apply skills learnt in the classroom. There is a Year 7 team building residential early in the year, which we want all students to attend; this proves to be an excellent chance to cement positive relationships with both students and staff. Other opportunities across all curriculum areas also happen on a regular basis.

Forum/Senate/Leadership Opportunities Our students help to shape life at the Academy. Each year students are elected to represent tutor and year groups within the Student Senate. The Senate meets termly with a member of the Senior Leadership Team and Associate Principal to feedback students’ views and implement ideas.

Corby Business Academy is committed to hearing the opinion of its students and additional meetings are also held so that those outside the Forum and Senate can also voice their views. A student survey is completed at least once a year.

ENRICHMENT & LEARNING OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM ENRICHMENT & LEARNING

Other leadership roles comprise Head Boy and Head Girl, the senior student team and various ­ committees; including those to organise fundraising, student functions or events, well­being and healthy lifestyles.

Combined Cadet Force Our Combined Cadet Force meets at Corby Business Academy each week and draws its recruits from all the Brooke Weston Trust secondary schools. Those who secure a place with the CCF take part in a broad range of activities that not only gives them a great foundation for entry into the uniformed services, but also helps to build their teamwork, problem solving, stamina,

self­discipline and confidence. Each cadet will attend at least one camp in the year and there Corby Business Academy 11

are many other courses and activities available that run after school and at weekends. ­ 10 Unit Provision Student care, welfare & inclusion for all

Corby Business Academy is committed to supporting the needs of all learners, and providing appropriate challenges at all levels, such as those with special educational needs to the more able. Fully differentiated lessons mean that all students can challenge themselves to reach their full potential. Details of our highly skilled Student Care Team, and structure, can be found on our website. Special educational needs Academic excellence

Students with special educational needs are monitored Students that are identified as exceeding, or having the carefully by the SENCO to ensure that appropriate potential to exceed, age­stage expectations, are offered progress is made at all times. We work hard to agree a wide variety of opportunities within the Academy’s programmes with students and work in close normal teaching. This ensures differentiation across the partnership with parents and carers. Provision for curriculum so they have appropriate challenge and students may involve: extension. They can also access further enrichment • In­class support activities to boost their performance. Regular tracking is in place to ensure that all students continue to exceed • Individual support or intervention age­stage expectations. • Group work

• Differentiated curriculum • Key Stage 3 intervention Tutors, student care and guidance • An identified key worker We pride ourselves on our student care and have • Access to the Academy’s Learning HUB dedicated staff who work with students on well­being or personal issues. Tutors and the Student Care Team are Literacy support on the front line of communication with parents and carers, having an overview of student life both in the Academy and in the community. Corby Business Academy is committed to raising the literacy levels of all students through a variety of These staff work closely with families and liaise with tailored resources, such as Accelerated Reader and Key outside agencies when necessary. Tutors are expected Stage 3 students all have allocated library time. Where a to be ‘the Academy parent’ for their tutees; this need for additional support is identified, students will element is an important part of supporting all students. be invited to attend small group intervention. Additional support is also available during our Session 6 provision. Monitoring progress A safe environment

/ UNIT PROVISION CARE AND WELFARE STUDENT The Unit Provision is where some students with an Education Health Care Plan and additional ­ We offer a broad range of personalised support to our As members of the Safer Schools Partnership we have needs are taught. There is also a place­limited ASD base to support students with an Education students, coupled with close monitoring of their access to various youth organisations that enable us to Health Care Plan whose needs mean they are unable to access mainstream education. academic progress. Academic mentoring is keep up­to­date with issues affecting young people. When appropriate, inclusion into mainstream is supported and students access whole school implemented by members of Senior Staff, Tutors, Heads Being a member of the Partnership means that the events and the tutor programme. of Year and Sixth Formers. Personal tutors act as Academy has its own designated Police Community Classes are taught by specialist teachers, who provide highly differentiated lessons and multi­ students’ first point of contact and will monitor, support Support Officer. We have an experienced and dedicated sensory approaches, to address the needs of all. Older students are able to experience off­site and influence their progress, performance, student care team of non­teaching staff who offer support to all activities and, if appropriate, attend college for one day a week which gives them a taste and good behaviour. Where concerns arise, Heads of students throughout their time at the Academy. When of life outside school and helps to prepare them for the world beyond. Year and members of the Senior Leadership Team work behaviour is a barrier to progress, the Academy will with students and tutors to develop personalised implement its discipline process. We will not allow Corby Business Academy Corby Business Academy intervention strategies. behaviour to impede learning. Ultimately, if a student 13 does not meet standards set, as well as accept support, ­ the Academy will be required to take appropriate actions.t 12

Our Governing Body Options information evenings are held for students Our Governing Body is dedicated to the success of and their families to discuss GCSE options. Parents and Corby Business Academy and works closely with staff carers also receive reports three times a year that Community links, and partner organisations to ensure we achieve our outline what level their child is working at, what they aims and objectives. Further information relating to are expected to achieve and what they can do to communication the Governing Body can be found on our website and progress in their subjects. Where students require around the Academy. additional support to reach their academic targets, subject teachers or the Directors of Subject will & online Monitoring progress contact parents and carers directly. Corby Business Academy is committed to working with families and keeping parents and carers up to date News and information with their child’s progress. Letters from the Associate Principal are sent home on A parents’ evening is held once a year for each year a regular basis. We also operate an email system Corby Business Academy has forged strong links with some major international companies group, except Year 7 which has two parents’ evenings, which enables easy communication between the including a meet the tutor evening in the first term Academy and parents and carers. Information is also affording unique, real­life learning opportunities for our students. Key partners across the county so families can get to know their child’s form available on the Academy’s website, provide a mentoring service for students. Students can also access work experience and special tutor. Parents and carers can also www.corbybusinessacademy.org, including restaurant projects and often their ideas help to develop new concepts for established companies. Our links communicate with a form tutor, menus, letters to parents, calendar dates, policies, bus with local businesses and Governors have enabled us to offer mock interviews and CV clinics Head of Year or member routes and times and links to the Academy’s portal so where students are able to have their CVs critiqued by business owners who offer advice and of the Student Care that students can access their work from home. feedback. Community values and Team on a daily Please follow us on Twitter to receive the latest news considerations are at the heart of basis. from around the Academy and monitor students’ our philosophy. achievements: @CorbyBusinessAc Many departments also have their own Twitter pages that you can follow to see information or receive We are focused on giving our updates on events that are happening. students opportunities within the Academy, the local Online learning and support community and wider world The Academy operates with many online to help them become learning tools to enhance the knowledge of active citizens. our students; visit our website or contact us directly to acquire further information. We also send regular updates or guidance to these platforms, so please be aware and always ask questions when needed.

Parent/Carer Survey Annual parent/carer surveys consistently show high levels of satisfaction with the standard of education provided at Corby Business Academy. These views and communications are COMMUNITY LINKS, COMMUNICATION & ONLINE COMMUNICATION LINKS, COMMUNITY

important, as it enables us to plan ­ and improve our provision as required.

Policies Our policies, including those on safeguarding, behaviour, attendance, classroom practice and admissions are available to view at www.corbybusinessacademy.org Corby Business Academy Corby Business Academy

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The Admissions Corby Business Academy will consider all applications for places. We take students from Brooke Corby, Priors Hall and the surrounding villages. Where fewer than 200 applications are received, the Academy will offer places to all Weston those who have applied. When more than 200 applications are received and after the students with Education, Health Trust and Care Plans where Corby Business Academy is named on the plan have been admitted, all A valued member of the other applicants will undertake a suitable cognitive ability test.

Hugh de Capell Brooke Garfield Weston This is used to ensure that the Academy The Brooke Weston Trust is a family of Our fantastic young people are at the Brooke Weston Academy at Great admits an intake that is representative of the primary and secondary schools in heart of everything we do. Life in each Oakley in Northamptonshire was our national ability range and is comprehensive school is very busy and everyone can Northamptonshire and Cambridgeshire. founding school and our sponsors, Hugh in intake. All our schools work hard to provide the also take part in Trust­wide activities de Capell Brooke and Garfield Weston,

best educational opportunities and life including trips, curriculum days and Trust were instrumental in bringing high chances for the young people in their competitions that are great quality, innovative state­funded For more details on the admissions process care. As a Trust we seek to ‘make a opportunities for making friends from education to the area. visit www.corbybusinessacademy.org difference’ and are proud to work with other schools and sharing learning, new children of all backgrounds and abilities. experiences or sporting success. The Trust continues to enjoy the support of their families who retain seats on the Our staff challenge themselves with one We promote a strong culture of board and are represented by Alexander question every day by asking ‘is the professional collaboration amongst our de Capell Brooke and Guy and George service I am providing good enough for staff that ensures the most appropriate Weston. my own child?’ When the answer is ‘yes’, and skilled people within the Trust are we are pleased, but not complacent, involved in key decision making and Brooke Weston Trust was established in when it is ‘no’ we leave no stone supporting other colleagues. Being part 2008 and is led by Dr Andrew Campbell. unturned to make rapid improvements. of a multi­academy Trust gives all our employees greater access to a wide The Trust is founded on five core values Anne Hill range of high quality training and which are: Ambition for All, High Executive Principal for Secondary Schools experience of working in very different [email protected] Expectations, Excellent Teaching and educational settings. Support, Working Together and Leyton Smith Executive Principal for primary Schools Contributing to Society. The values direct The Trust’s daily operation is [email protected] every area of our work from every underpinned by a small but dedicated classroom to the boardroom. Central Team delivering core services Andrew Campbell Chief Executive of the Brooke Weston Trust such as finance, IT, estates management [email protected] and welfare. Primary Schools Secondary Schools THE BROOKE WESTON TRUST / ADMISSIONS TRUST WESTON THE BROOKE ­ Beanfield Primary School Brooke Weston Academy

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