WELCOME TO
DAY PUPIL PACK
Please complete the forms and return to the main office.
Claridge House, High Street, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1HU [email protected] Pupil’s Full Name: …………………………………………….……… (BLOCK LETTERS PLEASE)
Code of conduct for school trips
Pupil’s Agreement
1.I understand that trips are school events and that normal school rules apply.
2. In particular I recognise that my behaviour should not bring the school into disrepute or cause embarrassment to other members of the party or accompanying staff.
3. I know that smoking is not permitted and that cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, fireworks and illegal substances may not be purchased or carried.
4. I am aware that alcohol may not be purchased or consumed.
5. Should my behaviour contravene these requirements I know that I could be banned from further school trips and / or be asked to return home at my parents’ expense and may face further disciplinary measures at school.
To be read and signed by parents and pupils
I / we have read and accept the School’s code of conduct for all trips.
Signed ...... ……....…...... (Pupil) Date ...... ……......
Signed ...... …...... (Parent/Guardian) Date ...... The School runs a minibus service from Sevenoaks Station to the School. Several of the school minibuses make several round trips each morning between 07.45 and 08.20. As the school day begins at 08.30 sharp we ask those coming by rail to travel on trains which are timetabled to arrive at or before 08.15. There is a reduced service from the school to the station in the evening for after school activities from 16.15 – 18.00.
The charge for the service for the academic year 2017 ‐ 2018 is £75 per term. This cost is added to pupilsʹ school accounts at the end of each term. Payments may not be made on the minibus.
A bus pass will be issued for the current academic year. If your child no longer requires the service for any reason, such as moving house or receiving a permit to park at school, notice must be given before half‐term of the final term the service is required, and the pass must be returned to the school office.
The pass will be issued during the first week of term but the minibuses may be used from the first full day of term.
Full Name of Pupil(s) (1)______Tutor Group (if known): ______
(2)______Tutor Group (if known): ______
(3)______Tutor Group (if known): ______
Minibus Service from the Station to School
Approximate time of arrival at Sevenoaks Station______
I would like my son/daughter to have a place on the Minibus Service from Sevenoaks Station to the School for the Autumn, Lent and Summer Terms 2017/2018 at a cost of £75 per term. I give permission for this sum to be charged to the school bill at the end of each term.
Signed ______Date: ______
Address ______
______PUPIL’S SURNAME: ...... ENTRY YEAR: 7 □ 9 □ 12 □
PUPIL’S FIRSTNAME: ……………………………………… OTHER YEAR: ………………………… – Application for Lessons (If requesting guitar lessons, please specify either Classical or Popular AND Electric or Acoustic. Guitars may not be hired.)
1. Request for lessons on the following instrument: …………………….………………………………... Preferred teacher (if already known): ………….……………………………….…...……... Is school instrument hire requested? (yes / no) ……………………………….………………..….… Years played: …………………………………………..…………..
2. Request for lessons on the following instrument: ………………….………………….…...…………... Preferred teacher (if already known): …………………………………...….……………… Is school instrument hire requested? (yes / no) …………………………...………….……………… Years played: …………………………………………..…………..
A. Free First Term Lesson Scheme: (open to Years 7 and 9 only, for those starting an instrument that is new to them. Choose only from trombone, French horn, euphonium, tuba, oboe, bassoon, double bass, organ & harp).
First choice of instrument: ……………………… Second choice of instrument: …………………..………..
I have noted that half a term’s notice must be given (by the Friday preceding half-term to discontinue at the end of term) and the School’s recommendation that all instruments are named and insured. I understand that the Music Department may enter my child for music and mock exams on my behalf. Music lessons are offered during academic time only and will routinely be scheduled on a rotational basis, with the exception of the sixth form pupils.
Signed: ………………………………………… Date: ………………………………………
B. Further information about your child (please feel free to tell us any information about your child’s music experience and to help us match to a teacher and ensemble group) …………………………………………………………………………………….……………………………
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Parents’ and Staff Choir I / we would like to join: soprano / alto / tenor / bass Sevenoaks School High Street, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1HU Telephone: +44 (0)1732 455133 Email: [email protected] www.sevenoaksschool.org FOR YEAR 9 ONLY
Sailing at Sevenoaks
Dear Parent,
Sailing is a popular and successful sport at Sevenoaks School. A limited number of pupils may start sailing in Year 9, with training and competitions taking place at a local sailing club on Bough Beech reservoir.
The school has a fleet of 26 Firefly dinghies and 23 RS Fevas, supported by four 4.8m safety boats. School teams take part in school, university and open events with a high level of success. The school has won the International Schools Championships 18 out of the last 22 years and are currently the leading British School in team racing, with the team recently qualifying to represent GBR U19’s at the 2015 team racing world championships. We have also competed on the RS Feva circuit in the last few years. The School also has excellent sailing coaches, including Head of Sailing Andy Cornah, ISAF team racing world champion 2011 and UK team racing national champion on several occasions.
For pupils wishing to join sailing start in Year 9, previous experience isn’t essential but as we have a limited numbers of places, priority is likely to be given to those that do. If possible before starting pupils should complete an RYA level 2 course - there are several training centres in the area that offer this over the summer, the best being BewlV alley SC or Bewl Valley outdoor centre (details of centres can be found on the RYA website www.rya.org.uk). If you need any further help with this please let me know.
In Year 9 sailing takes place on Thursdays and Saturdays during the Michaelmas, Lent and Summer Terms in the normal games sessions. Those selected to sail will not be able to play other team sports that take place at the same time. Many pupils carry on with squash, tennis and swimming, but need to do this after school.
Pupils who sail are currently charged £150 per term - which equates to around £7 per session. They must also purchase their own sailing clothing which can be done independently or through the school - initially there will be clothing available to borrow.
Should you wish your son/daughter to choose sailing in Year 9 please complete the attached form and return it to the school FAO Andrew Cornah, master in charge of sailing, or via email. Further information will then be sent out in due course.
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact me: [email protected]
Yours Faithfully, Andrew Cornah
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I would like my son/daughter______(Please print) to join sailing in September 2017.
RYA Qualifications (existing or planned)
Sailing Experience/Classes sailed
Signed: ______
Telephone: ______
Email address: ______Friends of Sevenoaks School Sevenoaks School High Street, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1HU Telephone: +44 (0)1732 455133 Email: [email protected] www.sevenoaksschool.org
Dear Parent
New Parents’ Tea, Saturday 24 June 2017 in the Dining Hall.
Parents, guardians and students starting the school in September 2017 are warmly invited to join us for the New Parents’ Tea on Saturday 24 June 2017, 4:00–5:30pm in the Dining Hall.
This very popular informal event will give you and your children the opportunity to meet other new families who are joining Sevenoaks School in September 2017. Siblings are also welcome to attend.
Members of the Friends of Sevenoaks (FoS) will be there to answer any questions you may have. If you are unable to attend, for example if you live overseas, please be assured there will be plenty more opportunities to join FoS events in the future, or you can get in touch via the contact details given on the FoS pages of the school website.
Although some senior staff members will be present, this tea focuses on parents and children meet- ing one another rather than providing an opportunity for parents to meet staff. Tutor meetings will take place after the children start in September.
Finally, the Second Hand Uniform Shop will be open for you to visit during the tea. Payment for any items purchased needs to be with cash or cheques on the day.
To confirm your attendance, please register online here –www.sevenoaksschool.org/tea before Saturday 17 June 2017. If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact Joanna Newsome (FoS Chair), at [email protected]
We look forward to welcoming you on 24 June.
With best regards
Joanna Newsome Chair, Friends of Sevenoaks
Sevenoaks School was founded in 1432
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Dear parent
New Parents’ Supper, Thursday 21 September 2017, from 7:45pm in the Dining Hall
I am writing to invite you to the New Parents’ Supper. This is always a popular event as it provides an opportunity to meet other new parents in an informal setting.
If you would like to attend, please confirm your attendance here www.sevenoaksschool.org/supper before Thursday 14 September. The price is £30.00 per person to cover the costs of food, wine and soft drinks and with your permission, the cost will be charged to your child’s school bill. This event is for parents and guardians only and not for pupils themselves. The evening will allow you to meet other parents in your child’s year and tutor group, as well as members of the Friends of Sevenoaks. Please note that there will be no formal presentations during the evening. Should you have any questions, information about Sevenoaks School can be obtained through the website or from your child’s tutor.
We will send further details of the evening, for example parking information, a week before the event. We realise that sometimes plans can change so cancellations can be made up until the end of Tuesday 14 September. After this date, the cost of the evening is non-refundable. Should you need to cancel or you have any queries, please contact Joanna Newsome (FoS Chairman) via email at [email protected].
I look forward to welcoming you on 21 September.
With best regards
Joanna Newsome Chair, Friends of Sevenoaks School
Sevenoaks School was founded in 1432
Friends of Sevenoaks School is a Charity Registered in England and Wales No. 1164214 Sevenoaks School High Street, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1HU Telephone: +44 (0)1732 455133 Email: [email protected] www.sevenoaksschool.org
Dear Students,
RE: Trinity/LAMDA Acting Lessons
I hope you are all settling back into school and are settling in if it’s your firstear y here.
If you are interested in Acting and/or would like to work on your skills as an actor, Trinity/ LAMDA Acting Lessons are available for you as either a solo performer or in a pair. Acting les- sons may appeal not only to budding thespians but also those who enjoy speech-making, writing, mime, reading aloud for performance. During the lessons, we work on acting technique and the process of developing a character; you also have the opportunity to work on poems, improvisation, devised pieces, classic texts from playwrights such as Shakespeare and modern texts from play- wrights such as Dennis Kelly (who wrote the script for Matilda The Musical). The skills developed have a wider impact which includes an awareness of personal presentation, speech and communi- cation, movement, management of nerves and confidence building. They support academic work and other drama classes/productions in this way, as well as developing imagination, creativity, performance skills and literacy.
Where Trinity and LAMDA are unique is that the lessons are highly personal and therefore in- dividually tailored. The solo or pair lessons allow teacher and student to foster a close and trust- ing relationship away from the judgement of peers. This is a great platform to explore individual talent, to accumulate specific and useful performance/life skills with the exams providing a clear goal. It is also worth mentioning that if you would like to apply to universities in Upper Sixth, you will need to fill out a UCAS form which will collate points together from your IBs, Duke of Edin- burgh award, music examinations and other extra-curricular activities. If you continue with Trini- ty/LAMDA Acting lessons to Advanced Level, you will also receive points which will undoubtedly strengthen your applications.
Sevenoaks School has four trained actors, Mrs A Cordon Bates, Mrs K Brown, Miss A Comper and Ms C Dunn (cover teacher) who teach both Trinity and LAMDA board examinations. The lesson is charged and added to your bill at the end of each term. Please contact either Mrs A Bates, Miss A Comper or Mrs K Brown for more information.
Mrs Annabel Cordon Bates: Trinity/LAMDA teacher (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays) [email protected]
Mrs Kate Brown: Trinity/LAMDA teacher (Mondays) [email protected]
Miss A Comper: Trinity/LAMDA teacher (Fridays and cover) [email protected]
Sevenoaks School was founded in 1432
A Company Limited by Guarantee (4908949) Registered in England and Wales Registered Charity No. 1101358 Sevenoaks School High Street, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1HU Telephone: +44 (0)1732 455133 Email: [email protected] www.sevenoaksschool.org
Pre-season Hockey Training for Girls – August/September 2017
I am writing to you with details of pre-season hockey training for the forthcoming season for all team players from U14 age group and upwards and for the senior squads, including any newcom- ers to Y9 and Y12.
As you know, the beginning of term is hectic, and doesn’t leave us much time to select teams for the forthcoming season. As usual, all the teams have their full quota of matches in what is des- tined to be a long and busy term.
The dates and timings for pre-season training/trials for all these teams are as follows:
PLEASE TURN UP 15 MINUTES BEFORE START TIME
Date Time Squad Session Players to attend
Tuesday 29th 9.00am – U16 Initial Selection Last Season’s U15A,B,C August 10.30am U15 Initial Selection Last Season’s U14A,B,C 9.00am – 10.30am Tuesday 29th 10.30am - Senior Teams Selection All 6th form that have opted August 12.30pm for hockey
Tuesday 29th 4.30pm – U14 Initial Selection Last Season’s U13A,B,C,D + August 6.00pm New Y9
Tuesday 29th 7.00pm- 1XI Training match tbc Selected August 8.30pm
Wednesday 31st 1.30pm – U14 Selection Last Season’s U13A,B,C,D + August 3.00pm Senior Training New Y9 1.30pm – All 6th form who have opted 3.00pm for hockey Wednesday 31st 3.00pm – U15 Selection Last Season’s U14A,B,C August 4.30pm U16 Selection Last Season’s U15A,B,C 3.00pm - 4.30pm Wednesday 31st 4.30pm – 1XI Training Selected August 6.00pm
Thursday 1st 11.00am – U16 Selection Last Season’s U15A,B,C September 12.30pm
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A Company Limited by Guarantee (4908949) Registered in England and Wales Registered Charity No. 1101358 Thursday 1st 1.45pm – YEAR 9 GAMES ALL Y9 GIRLS September 3.30pm (Hockey)
Thursday 1st 4.30pm – Senior Training All 6th form girls who have September 6.00pm opted for hockey
Thursday 1st 7.30pm – 1XI Training Match (tbc) Selected September 9.00pm
Friday 2nd 4.30pm - U16 Tournament Selected September 6.00pm Training
Saturday 3rd V Brighton College: September 1XI, 2XI (h) 3XI (h) 4XI, 16A, 16B (a) U15A, U15B (a) U15C,15D (a) U14A, U14B (h) U14C (h) U14D (a) Any player wishing to be considered for selection should attend the pre-season sessions and communicate as early as possible any valid reasons for absence. Make sure that you have shin guards and mouth guards and bring a water bottle with you as there is every chance it will be hot. Should any issues arise regarding the pre-season arrangements please feel free to contact me on my mobile: 07769324089 during the holidays or by email – [email protected]
Training Nights for next term are listed below. All team players are expected to attend training as part of their team commitment. Non-attendance will jeopardise their place in the team. If you are arranging other commitments, please try and avoid these nights.
Monday: U12 & U13 Practice. 4.30-5.45pm (moves to lunch time after half-term) Tuesday: U15A&B, U14A&B. 4.30 – 6.00pm (Hollybush after half-term until 5.45pm) Thursday: 1st; 2nd; 3rds; U16A&B (Hollybush after half term for 1st, 2nds, 16A) Friday: U16 Tournament Training. 4.30-6.00pm/ 7.30am tbc
Look forward to seeing you in August, have a nice rest but don’t forget to stay fit!
Liz Joseph Head of Girls’ Games, i/c hockey Sevenoaks School
Sevenoaks School High Street, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1HU Telephone: +44 (0)1732 455133 Email: [email protected] www.sevenoaksschool.org
May 2017
Sevenoaks School Pre Season Rugby Training Camp 2017 (Seniors, U16’s, U15’s & U14’s) Monday 21 August to Wednesday 23 August (10.00 – 16.15)
Dear Parent/Guardian,
Your son is invited to attend the Pre-Season Rugby Training Camp taking place on Monday 21 August – Wednesday 23 August 2017, from 10.00 until 16.15. We’ve just recently began working closely with Saracens Rugby Football Club and they will be as- sisting with the delivery of the programme over the three days. The camp has been structured to fit the model of a professional club environment, giving the boys an insight into the experiences of a full time professional.
I would strongly encourage all boys to attend who have the intention of representing the school during the Michaelmas term, although this will not preclude from selection for those that are un- able to attend. Over the 3 days we will have specialist coaching sessions delivered by Saracens and focusses will be upon individual, unit and team skills. We will also work across many different facets of the game, exposing the boys to a whole host of transferable skills from other non-rugby related activities. Students will also work closely with our full-time Strength and Conditioning Coach, carrying out testing to help devise a training programme suited to the individual’s needs. Education workshops will also provide a learning experience for all involved, giving greater un- derstanding of topics such as Nutrition and Video Analysis. This will all help to provide the best possible preparation for the coming season, helping to enhance the rugby programme.
The cost of the training camp will be £145per person and this will include professional coaching, lunch, leisure facilities during the holidays (e.g. swimming pool, dance studio, sports hall etc.), red CCC Sevenoaks School T-shirt, boot bag, water bottle and end of camp bbq.
If you have any questions concerning the training camp please do not hesitate to contact. You will receive a further letter nearer the time to confirm all arrangements and full itinerary. It would be very much appreciated, if you could please complete all details and return the form before Friday 12 May, giving permission for £145 to be added to the Summer Term bill.
I am fully aware of the IB courses that are being run at the same time and after consulting course leaders, they suggested that students should attend the first and last two days of the IB course.
I look forward to seeing as many of your son/s as possible at pre-season training!
Kind Regards,
Jamie Cullen [email protected]
Sevenoaks School was founded in 1432
A Company Limited by Guarantee (4908949) Registered in England and Wales Registered Charity No. 1101358
I agree for my son ……………………………………. Year……… (as of Sept 2017) to take part in the pre-season training camp at Sevenoaks School from Mon 21 Aug - Weds 24 Aug 2017 from 10.00 until 16.15.
I agree for £145 to be added to the Summer term bill.
Pupil Code: ……………………………………….. (If you have not yet received your sons pupil code, please write his name and the year group he will be starting in September. E.g. Owen Farrell year 12)
Players mobile number: ………………………………..
Players email address: ………………………......
Parent email address: ……………………………………
T-Shirt Size (Mens): XS, S, M, L, XL (Please circle appropriate).
Signature; ……………….…………………………………….. (If only one parent is responsible for paying the fees, he or she must be the signatory)
Name (printed); …………………………………………………..
Please return this form to Jamie Cullen ([email protected]) by Friday 12 May 2017
Sevenoaks School High Street, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1HU Telephone: +44 (0)1732 455133 Email: [email protected] www.sevenoaksschool.org Dear Prospective L6
We are delighted that you will be joining the Sevenoaks Sixth Form in September and would like to take this opportunity to introduce you to the Institute for Higher Education and Professional Insight at Sevenoaks. We aim to support you throughout your Sixth Form career and will help you at every step of your application to university whether it be in the UK, US or elsewhere.
We take a view that the Michaelmas term of the Lower Sixth is a time to get to know the school, make new friends and settle down and that you need a bit of breathing space from big decisions about your future. To this end, you will have your first introductory Higher Education Assembly at the end of Michaelmas term. Subsequently, you will communicate your potential areas of degree interest and we will allocate you an appropriate Higher Education Advisor with whom you will meet in the Lent term. All Higher Education meetings are recorded in your individual Higher Education Profile where you keep a record of any activities which might be linked to your future university application.
In the Lent term you will also have a series of talks called ‘A Beginner’s Guide to Degrees in...’ which will give you a taster of what to expect from different university courses. Additionally, regular talks from visiting speakers from universities around the country may help to inform some of your thinking surrounding university applications. The summer term is when you will receive your predicted grades; the Higher Education Evening takes place this term too and outlines the UK university admissions process for your parents. Our Higher Education Day at the very end of the summer term sees you actually embark on your official university applications.
The Department has a dedicated US and International University advisor who provides additional support to all students applying outside the UK for their undergraduate degree. If you think that you might be interested in applying to study in the US, you are invited to an evening event on Monday 11 September which will focus on SAT/ACT tests and how to choose the right US university for you. Please do come along, parents are very welcome too. US university admissions officers begin their visits to the School from September onwards so look out for details of their presentations in the weekly school Bulletin. Our extensive programme of events over the course of the Lower Sixth is designed to help you decide if the US is a good option for you and will provide you with all the information you need to plan for your applications in the Michaelmas Term of your Upper Sixth year.
We hope that this message leaves you reassured about the level of support you will receive for the next stage of your life from our department which is located in Talbot House, right next to the Girls International House Annexe.
Have a fantastic summer holiday and we look forward to seeing you in September.
Very best wishes
Mrs Wendy Heydorn Director of the Institute for Higher Education and Professional Insight Sevenoaks School [email protected] Direct Line + 44 1732 467766 Switchboard + 44 1732 455133 Ext 363 Sevenoaks School was founded in 1432
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Please use this page as a reference to make sure all the relevant forms have been completed:
Trip Conduct and Consent Form
Minibus Service between Sevenoaks Station and the School
Music Department (optional music lessons)
Sailing at Sevenoaks (optional sailing)
Pre-season rugby training (optional)
Pre-season hockey training (optional)
Return to [email protected]
Will your child require a mouth guard? If so visit www.opro.com
Have you completed the Sports Questionnaire?
https://www.sevenoaksschool.org/index.php?id=710
Have you completed the Sports options Form? (L6 only)
https://www.sevenoaksschool.org/index.php?id=1062
New Parent Tea (optional) Register online at www.sevenoaksschool.org/tea
New Parent Supper (optional) Register online at www.sevenoaksschool.org/supper
Trinty/ LAMDA acting lessons (optional) Contact relevant Teacher
Links/reminders:
Uniform lists
Parent Pages