Keeping in Touch Lees Brook Community School’S Newsletter for Parents

Total Page:16

File Type:pdf, Size:1020Kb

Keeping in Touch Lees Brook Community School’S Newsletter for Parents Keeping in Touch Lees Brook Community School’s Newsletter for Parents A Founding Member of the Northworthy Trust Dear Parent April 2018 Keeping in Touch Welcome to the latest edition of the Keeping in Touch newsletter, it’s finally the summer term and it’s lovely to have some sunshine at last! Year 11 I want to start with a well done to the Year 11 students, the year group as a whole are working exceptionally hard towards their upcoming examinations. There were a large number of students in school over the Easter holiday and Year 11s regularly attend additional study support sessions before school, after school and during most lunchtimes. I need to also add a big thank you to the staff, who give up so much of their time to work with the students. Snow days I must mention the snow days that we have at the start of March. It is the first time during my 3 years as Headteacher that I have shut the school due to bad weather, however on this occasion I did not have any choice. It is always a difficult decision as I am very aware of the loss of learning time, especially with the GCSE examinations being so close, however the safety of staff and students is paramount. I want to thank our site maintenance team for the amazing job they did during those days and their continual work on the school grounds. Cycling We are still monitoring the behaviour of students cycling to and from school at the moment. As you may be aware, the Derby Evening Telegraph used the letter I sent home regarding cycling to create a newspaper article about this a few weeks ago. I will only ban bikes as an absolute last resort, however I have to consider the safety of all students in school and the motorists in the area. Books Well done to the library team who organised so many events for World Book Day: a total of £935.00 was raised through the non uniform day. This money has already been used to purchase new books for students – I have already seen students reading the new books during DEAR time after lunch (Drop Everything and Read.) Many thanks to anyone who bought books from the Book Fair that we had in school, there were some excellent titles on offer for the students. I am pleased to be able to tell you that the sale of the books generated over £200 efor th school to spend in the library, 40 new books have already been added using this money. Dress code I have attached the dress code for your information, please be aware that this must be followed at all times. A particular issue at the moment is trainers being worn; trainers (including plain black ones) must not be worn to school. Please remember that skirts must not be more than 2” shorter than above the knee, not tight or made of a stretchy material. I am happy to check any item of uniform before you spend any money on clothing. Please do not let your child tell you that it will be acceptable as it is what everyone else is wearing. Please be aware that students are also not allowed piercings apart from ear piercings and need to be wearing the correct colour tie and school blazer in school at all times. Staff will allow students to take blazers off in lessons as the weather becomes warmer. Parent Governor We have a vacancy for a parent governor in school, if you are interested in the position, or would like more information, please contact Chris Taylor, Clerk to Governors ([email protected].) Exam Invigilators We are looking for more exam invigilators to work in school, if you would like more information, please contact Chris Taylor, Exams Officer ([email protected].) INSET Days As soon as the calendar has been finalised for 2018‐2019, I will send it out. I can confirm that the school will use Thursday 6th September and Friday 7th September as INSET days, so students will return to school after the summer holiday on Monday 10th September. A reminder as well that the final INSET day for this academic year is on Friday 22nd June. The Yr 8 parents evening that was cancelled due to snow will now be on Tuesday 8th May. Parents will be able to book appointments online from Monday 23rd April. End of Year Examinations Please find information below regarding the upcoming GCSE examinations. Please feel free to contact your child’s form tutor or subject teacher if you have any concerns. KS3 Year 7, 8 & 9 examinations will start week beginning Monday 30th April and continue until Friday 11th May. These examinations will be conducted in a variety of ways. Some of these will happen in the classroom; however the majority will take place in the Sports Hall in formal conditions. Staff will be supporting students over the coming weeks to help them prepare, however additional revision at home will be needed. Year 10 End of year examinations for Year 10 will start week beginning Monday 11th June and continue until Friday 27th June. All of these examinations will be formally taken and will review the learning and achievement of your youngster during their first year of their GCSE studies. Through experience, students who do well in examinations start their revision early and we would advise that Year 10 students start to plan revision into their after school routine over the next 2 months. Year 11 Over the next month Year 11 students will be completing controlled assessments in a variety of subjects, which contribute to the final grade for their GCSE’s & Vocational qualifications. The majority of the final examinations start week beginning Monday 14th May and continue until the final exam which is Friday 22nd June. We wish all Year 11 students the best of luck and urge them to continue to revise and attend any study support opportunities that are on offer over the next 2 months to make sure they are as fully prepared as they can be. All the examination timetables are on the school website. Safeguarding Informative leaflet regarding Internet Safety for Parents The UK Council for Child Internet Safety (UKCCIS), an advisory body set up to promote children's safety online, has published guidance for parents and carers whose children use social media. The leaflet outlines risks around what children could see or do on social media, who they could meet and how this could affect them. It also sets out practical tips for parents to help their children stay safe, and lists questions to encourage children to ask themselves when using social media. Child safety online: a practical guide for parents and carers whose chilldren are using social media, GOV.UK (Adobe pdf file) New School Mini Buses As a school we have had winter and summer fairs for many years now, the money raised at these events has always been kept separate and saved to buy new school mini buses. Obviously without the mini buses we would not be able to get our students to eventts/fixtures around the city. Last week, I used the money saved from the winter and summer fairs to buy two new mini buses for the school. I am looking forward to the new mini buses arriving into school and being used by the staff and students. Congratulations During the Easter holidays, Isobel Goodwin (Y10) was given the chance to go to Miami, Florida to play football for the Derby Regional Talent Centre U18's. Isobel played against 4 universities and scored an impressive 6 goals. This was an amazing opportunity and something she hopes to pursue in the future. Well Done Isobel. Finally a huge congratulations to Mrs Palmmer‐Blount who participated in the European Masters Indoor Athletics Championships and won a silver medal in the 3000m! She was only pipped to the gold in the last 20 metres! School Goodbyes Sadly, we are saying goodbye to three members of staff, Sarah Collins has left us after 12 years at Lees Brook, Chris Fearick, who started his career with us in 2013, is moving on to a new teaching post and Richard Willan is leaving Derby after working at Lees Brook for 114 year to relocate to Scotland with his family. We wish them all the best in their future endeavours. Best Wishes Zoe House Headteacher LEES BROOK COMMUNITY SCHOOL UNIFORM EXPECTATIONS OF SCHOOL UNIFORM The school’s uniform policy is designed to encourage a purposeful and effective climate for learning. It is expected that all 11‐16 students wear full uniform at all times, unless directed otherwise by staff. All students should be smart, take pride in their appearance and dress appropriately within the ethos of a formal, academic working environment. All students should be aware that they represent the school when wearing the uniform both in and out of school. Wearing clothing that conforms to the uniform is a condition of admission into the school. Please do not allow your youngster to tell you that any of these can be compromised. It puts the school in a difficult position when we have to ring home and ask for an item of uniform to be replaced. BLACK BLAZER The black uniform blazer with the school logo on the pocket must be worn at all times. It must be clean and smart. Damaged blazers must be repaired or replaced. Jumpers and cardigans are not permitted. WHITE SHIRT A formal style white shirt with a stiffened collar must be worn under the blazer; it must be plain white with no logo of any kind.
Recommended publications
  • Reformed GCSE, AS and a Level Subjects
    Reformed GCSE, AS and A level subject content Government consultation response January 2016 Contents Introduction 3 Overview of reforms 5 Summary of responses received and the Government’s response 7 Astronomy GCSE 8 Business GCSE 12 Economics GCSE 15 Engineering GCSE 17 Geology GCSE 20 Psychology GCSE 22 Sociology GCSE 26 Design and technology AS and A level 28 Environmental science AS and A level 32 History of art AS and A level 34 Music technology AS and A level 38 Philosophy AS and A level 41 Next steps 44 Annex: list of respondents to the consultation 45 2 Introduction On 16 July 2015 the Department for Education published a consultation on proposed content for GCSEs in astronomy, business, economics, engineering, geology, psychology and sociology, and AS and A levels in design and technology, environmental science, history of art, music technology and philosophy. The proposed GCSE subject content aims to provide students with more fulfilling and demanding courses of study; new A level content aims to encourage development of the knowledge and skills needed for progression to undergraduate study and employment. The consultation sought views on the following questions: • whether the revised GCSE content in each subject is appropriate: • whether there is a suitable level of challenge • whether the content reflects what students need to know in order to progress to further academic and vocational education • whether the revised AS and A level content in each subject is appropriate: • whether the content reflects what students need to
    [Show full text]
  • Jubilee 1960
    LONG EATON GRAMMAR SCHOOL JUBILEE BOOK 1960 An Account of the Origin of the School and its First fifty Years in the Tamworth Road Buildings FOREWORD " Derby, Leicester and Notts are we, Boys and girls of counties three, Here as scholars of the school, We're one folk and obey the rule." So wrote the first Headmaster of Long Eaton Grammar School in 1912 in the first School Magazine, then called the Annual. Since those early days many hundreds of pupils, coming from homes in the valleys of " Derwent, Trent and Soar," have studied together, and in their individual ways built up the traditions we inherit. We who follow feel it a privilege to review past days in this jubilee Year. We are, therefore, indebted to Mr. R. Hough for his writing this short history of the first fifty years. I wish to place on record the School's thanks, and also to express our appreciation of the work done by Miss Brooks. Our official sources of information have been the Sadler Report 1905, the County and Divisional Executive Records, the Minutes of Governors' Meetings, and the School Log-book kept by Mr. Clegg. Facts so recorded have been enlivened by reports in the Gossamer and the recollections of many past and present members of staff and former pupils. We must especially thank Canon J. D. Hooley for the lively account, incorporated in the text, of the 1914-18 period. Mr. Roberts, Mr. Pritchard, Mr. Wright, Miss Taylor and Mr. Calton have kindly read the proofs and made valuable suggestions, while Mr.
    [Show full text]
  • School Administrator South Wingfield Primary School Church Lane South Wingfield Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7NJ
    School Administrator South Wingfield Primary School Church Lane South Wingfield Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7NJ School Administrator Newhall Green High School Brailsford Primary School Da Vinci Community College Newall Green High School Main Road St Andrew's View Greenbrow Road Brailsford Ashbourne Breadsall Manchester Derbys Derby Greater Manchester DE6 3DA DE21 4ET M23 2SX School Administrator School Administrator School Administrator Tower View Primary School Little Eaton Primary School Ockbrook School Vancouver Drive Alfreton Road The Settlement Winshill Little Eaton Ockbrook Burton On Trent Derby Derby DE15 0EZ DE21 5AB Derbyshire DE72 3RJ Meadow Lane Infant School Fritchley Under 5's Playgroup Jesse Gray Primary School Meadow Lane The Chapel Hall Musters Road Chilwell Chapel Street West Bridgford Nottinghamshire Fritchley Belper Nottingham NG9 5AA DE56 2FR Nottinghamshire NG2 7DD South East Derbyshire College School Administrator Field Road Oakwood Junior School Ilkeston Holbrook Road Derbyshire Alvaston DE7 5RS Derby Derbyshire DE24 0DD School Secretary School Secretary Leaps and Bounds Day Nursery Holmefields Primary School Ashcroft Primary School Wellington Court Parkway Deepdale Lane Belper Chellaston Sinfin Derbyshire Derby Derby DE56 1UP DE73 1NY Derbyshire DE24 3HF School Administrator Derby Grammar School School Administrator All Saints C of E Primary School Derby Grammar School Wirksworth Infant School Tatenhill Lane Rykneld Road Harrison Drive Rangemore Littleover Wirksworth Burton on Trent Derby Matlock Staffordshire Derbyshire
    [Show full text]
  • HEI/SCITT Contact Details
    HEI/SCITT contact details Email Address Provider Name [email protected] 2Schools Consortium [email protected] AA Teamworks West Yorkshire SCITT [email protected] Alban Federation [email protected] Alliance for Learning SCITT [email protected] Altius Alliance [email protected] Anton Andover Alliance [email protected] ARK Teacher Training [email protected] Arthur Terry National Teaching School Alliance [email protected] Ashton on Mersey School SCITT [email protected] Associated Merseyside Partnership SCITT [email protected] Astra SCITT [email protected] Barr Beacon SCITT [email protected] Bath Spa University [email protected] Billericay Educational Consortium [email protected] Birmingham City University [email protected] Bishop Grosseteste University [email protected] BLT SCITT [email protected] Bluecoat SCITT Alliance Nottingham [email protected] Bournemouth Poole & Dorset Secondary Training Partnership [email protected] Bourton Meadow Initial Teacher Training Centre [email protected] Bradford Birth to 19 SCITT [email protected] Bradford College [email protected] Bromley Schools’ Collegiate [email protected] Brunel University [email protected] Buckingham Partnership [email protected] Buile Hill Visual Arts College SCITT [email protected] Cabot Learning Federation
    [Show full text]
  • Land at Blacksmith's Arms
    Land off North Road, Glossop Education Impact Assessment Report v1-4 (Initial Research Feedback) for Gladman Developments 12th June 2013 Report by Oliver Nicholson EPDS Consultants Conifers House Blounts Court Road Peppard Common Henley-on-Thames RG9 5HB 0118 978 0091 www.epds-consultants.co.uk 1. Introduction 1.1.1. EPDS Consultants has been asked to consider the proposed development for its likely impact on schools in the local area. 1.2. Report Purpose & Scope 1.2.1. The purpose of this report is to act as a principle point of reference for future discussions with the relevant local authority to assist in the negotiation of potential education-specific Section 106 agreements pertaining to this site. This initial report includes an analysis of the development with regards to its likely impact on local primary and secondary school places. 1.3. Intended Audience 1.3.1. The intended audience is the client, Gladman Developments, and may be shared with other interested parties, such as the local authority(ies) and schools in the area local to the proposed development. 1.4. Research Sources 1.4.1. The contents of this initial report are based on publicly available information, including relevant data from central government and the local authority. 1.5. Further Research & Analysis 1.5.1. Further research may be conducted after this initial report, if required by the client, to include a deeper analysis of the local position regarding education provision. This activity may include negotiation with the relevant local authority and the possible submission of Freedom of Information requests if required.
    [Show full text]
  • Anglo-Jewry's Experience of Secondary Education
    Anglo-Jewry’s Experience of Secondary Education from the 1830s until 1920 Emma Tanya Harris A thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirements For award of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy Department of Hebrew and Jewish Studies University College London London 2007 1 UMI Number: U592088 All rights reserved INFORMATION TO ALL USERS The quality of this reproduction is dependent upon the quality of the copy submitted. In the unlikely event that the author did not send a complete manuscript and there are missing pages, these will be noted. Also, if material had to be removed, a note will indicate the deletion. Dissertation Publishing UMI U592088 Published by ProQuest LLC 2013. Copyright in the Dissertation held by the Author. Microform Edition © ProQuest LLC. All rights reserved. This work is protected against unauthorized copying under Title 17, United States Code. ProQuest LLC 789 East Eisenhower Parkway P.O. Box 1346 Ann Arbor, Ml 48106-1346 Abstract of Thesis This thesis examines the birth of secondary education for Jews in England, focusing on the middle classes as defined in the text. This study explores various types of secondary education that are categorised under one of two generic terms - Jewish secondary education or secondary education for Jews. The former describes institutions, offered by individual Jews, which provided a blend of religious and/or secular education. The latter focuses on non-Jewish schools which accepted Jews (and some which did not but were, nevertheless, attended by Jews). Whilst this work emphasises London and its environs, other areas of Jewish residence, both major and minor, are also investigated.
    [Show full text]
  • Production Manager 2021 JOB DESCRIPTION | PRODUCTION MANAGER
    Production Manager 2021 JOB DESCRIPTION | PRODUCTION MANAGER Contents From the Headmaster ……………………………….. p. 2 An introduction to Repton School……………….….. p. 3 A Global Family of Schools …………….…………… p. 5 400 Hall …………………….….….…………..………. p. 6 Production Manager: The Role….…………..………. p. 7 Key Areas of Responsibility ….………............…….. p. 8 Candidate Qualities…………………………………… p. 10 Working at Repton………...………………………..… p. 11 Information for Candidates ..………………………… p. 12 1 JOB DESCRIPTION | PRODUCTION MANAGER From the Headmaster Repton is a wonderful and inspiring place to A major programme of investment and work: one of the UK’s foremost co- expansion has been completed across both educational boarding and day schools, Repton and Repton Prep in recent years, located in the heart of the English and Repton International now has schools in countryside, yet within easy reach of major Dubai (2), Abu Dhabi (2), China, Malaysia, cities; strengthened by a history that goes and Singapore, with plans to open a further back over a thousand years, yet with a keen four over the next few years. eye on the challenges of the twenty first century. We are a school with ambition and purpose, eager to employ and reward teachers who To further develop our technical expertise share our values and aims. within the Creative Arts Departments, support growth in commercial bookings of I hope very much that you will read this our facilities, and in keeping with positioning document with interest and I encourage you rich digital content at the forefront of how we to apply. communicate with pupils, parents and Old Reptonians alike, we have created a new Production Manager role to sit across both the academic and commercial operations of the school.
    [Show full text]
  • Admissions Policy
    Admissions Policy Repton School Last revised: Michaelmas 2019 Next review: Michaelmas 2021 1 Contents Section Title Page no. 1 General introduction 2 2 Admissions Procedure 2 3 Equal treatment 3 4 Special Needs 4 5 The Assessment Process 4 6 The Assessment process – tier 4 child visa applicants 5 7 Sibling policy 5 8 Scholarships 5-6 9 Academic Scholarships 6 10 Sports Scholarships 6 11 Music Scholarships 6 12 Bursaries 6 13 Overseas applicants 7 14 Fluency of English 7 15 Religious beliefs 7 16 Schools contractual Terms and conditions 7 17 Complaints 7 Appendix A Registration form 8-13 Appendix B Conditions of Award 14-16 Appendix C Guardianship Policy 17-20 2 Repton School’s Admission Policy This is a Whole-School policy. It is relevant to all Staff and Pupils at Repton School it should be read in conjunction with the following polices: • Accessibility Policy • Behaviour Management Policy • Expulsion, Removal and Review Policy • Parental Support for the Aims and Ethos of the School • Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy 1. General information 1.1. Repton School, aims to provide the highest standard of education, pastoral care and broad co-curricular experience in an inspiring and spacious setting where children are allowed to be children, encouraged all the while to develop in confidence and self-esteem into their best self. 1.2. Repton School is a co-educational independent School for pupils from ages 13 to 18. The School has 620 pupils, of whom around 70% are boarders. Deciding on the right school for your child is very important, and we believe that a personal visit is invaluable.
    [Show full text]
  • Privacy Notice for Parents/Carers
    Privacy Notice (How we use Parent/Carer Information) What is a Privacy Notice? The purpose of a privacy notice is to explain how you and your family’s personal information may be used. It details why we collect information and who we may share it with. Who we are: The Long Eaton School, Merrill Academy and Lees Brook Community School are part of the Academy Trust called the Northworthy Trust. The Trust is the organisation which is in charge of personal information which means that the Trust is called the Data Controller. The Trust collects and holds personal information relating to students which includes information about their parents/carers. We obtain information about you from admissions forms, from previous schools and from the local authority. What information is collected?: Personal information (such as name, address, contact details and places of employment so that we can contact you in an emergency). We will ask whether you are a member of the armed forces, as this is a criteria for additional funding. We will ask you to provide two emergency contact details to use if are unable to contact you. Why we collect and use this information: We use parent/carer data: To communicate with you Safeguard and promote the welfare of your child Monitor and report on student progress Provide appropriate pastoral care Provide statutory services (eg assessment for free school meals eligibility) Fulfil our legal obligations Who we share information with: We will not give information about you or your family to anyone outside the school without your consent unless the law and our rules allow us to do so.
    [Show full text]
  • Child Protection and Staff Behaviour Policy Addendum
    Repton Safeguarding: Everyone’s responsibility, all of the time Covid-19 & Remote Teaching Child Protection and Staff Behaviour Policy addendum COVID-19 school closure arrangements for Safeguarding and Child Protection at Repton School Written April 2020 and updated January 2021 by T.H.Naylor (Designated Safeguarding Lead) Issued to staff and uploaded on to the Repton School website 1 Repton Safeguarding: Everyone’s responsibility, all of the time Covid-19 & Remote Teaching Contents Section Title Page 1 Guidance about safeguarding in schools and further education from the 3 Department for Education 2 COVID-19 / Remote Schooling - Repton School arrangements for Safeguarding 4-6 and Child Protection 3 What is child abuse 6-7 4 Safeguarding in light of covid-19 8-10 5 On-Line safety 11 6 Supporting children not in school 11 7. Peer to Peer abuse 11-13 8 Resources for pupils and parents 14-16 9 Remote Teaching at Repton School 17 - Key information for Staff 10 Safeguarding for Teachers 18 11 Protocol for one-to-one video / audio conferencing through MS Teams 19 12 Telephone calls to parents 20 13 Academic Teaching and Academic / Pastoral Tutoring 21 14 Pastoral support and counselling 22 15 EAL / Modern Foreign Languages / Personalised Learning 22 16 Online learning and remote teaching – expectations of pupils and relevant 22-23 protocol 17 Music Tuition 22-24 18 message that tutors should look to communicate to pupils at the start of term 25 (and from time-to-time thereafter Appendix 2 Safeguarding (THN) – Video conferencing 26-29 2 Repton Safeguarding: Everyone’s responsibility, all of the time Covid-19 & Remote Teaching 1.
    [Show full text]
  • 2014 Admissions Cycle
    Applications, Offers & Acceptances by UCAS Apply Centre 2014 UCAS Apply School Name Postcode School Sector Applications Offers Acceptances Centre 10002 Ysgol David Hughes LL59 5SS Maintained 4 <3 <3 10008 Redborne Upper School and Community College MK45 2NU Maintained 11 5 4 10011 Bedford Modern School MK41 7NT Independent 20 5 3 10012 Bedford School MK40 2TU Independent 19 3 <3 10018 Stratton Upper School, Bedfordshire SG18 8JB Maintained 3 <3 <3 10020 Manshead School, Luton LU1 4BB Maintained <3 <3 <3 10022 Queensbury Academy LU6 3BU Maintained <3 <3 <3 10024 Cedars Upper School, Bedfordshire LU7 2AE Maintained 4 <3 <3 10026 St Marylebone Church of England School W1U 5BA Maintained 20 6 5 10027 Luton VI Form College LU2 7EW Maintained 21 <3 <3 10029 Abingdon School OX14 1DE Independent 27 13 13 10030 John Mason School, Abingdon OX14 1JB Maintained <3 <3 <3 10031 Our Lady's Abingdon Trustees Ltd OX14 3PS Independent <3 <3 <3 10032 Radley College OX14 2HR Independent 10 4 4 10033 St Helen & St Katharine OX14 1BE Independent 14 8 8 10036 The Marist Senior School SL5 7PS Independent <3 <3 <3 10038 St Georges School, Ascot SL5 7DZ Independent 4 <3 <3 10039 St Marys School, Ascot SL5 9JF Independent 6 3 3 10041 Ranelagh School RG12 9DA Maintained 7 <3 <3 10043 Ysgol Gyfun Bro Myrddin SA32 8DN Maintained <3 <3 <3 10044 Edgbarrow School RG45 7HZ Maintained <3 <3 <3 10045 Wellington College, Crowthorne RG45 7PU Independent 20 6 6 10046 Didcot Sixth Form College OX11 7AJ Maintained <3 <3 <3 10048 Faringdon Community College SN7 7LB Maintained
    [Show full text]
  • Prospectus Copy
    SCHOOL PROSPECTUS A British International K-12 School Welcome from the Headmaster Repton School UK was founded in 1557 in Derbyshire, England. Today there are Repton International Schools in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and our family of schools is still growing. Repton Bangalore will be Repton International’s first school in India, opening on an impressive 35 acre campus in September 2018. Our mission at Repton Bangalore is to create a truly world-class international school for our children. I am delighted to be founding and leading a new community amidst the energy that surrounds us in this ambitious and diverse city. I know that your priority, as with all parents, is for your sons and daughters to be fulfilled, well qualified and, above all, happy. With that in mind I commend to you the time- honoured and deeply rooted experience that a Repton education brings. Repton Bangalore will live and breathe the philosophy and ethos of all other Repton schools. Please do visit our UK site in particular to form a better understanding of our commitment to develop every aspect of young people’s lives. Not content with outstanding teaching, delivered by the very best experienced and highly qualified teachers, sourced globally, we also aim to develop students’ sporting talents in our Sports Academy, promote in our theatre a love of Performing Arts and ultimately develop the whole person. For over 20 years I have led outstanding, happy and successful schools both in the UK and internationally. I now want to consolidate my knowledge and experience into creating the very best school possible.
    [Show full text]