YSGOL BRYNTEG SCHOOL
WELCOME TO BRYNTEG
INFORMATION FOR PARENTS/CARERS OF PROSPECTIVE PUPILS 2016-2017
CHAIRPERSON OF SCHOOL GOVERNING BODY: Mrs. Linda Lewis
HEADTEACHER: Mr. D. Jenkins
DEPUTY HEADTEACHERS: Mrs. A Grabham Mr. R. Hopkins
ASSISTANT HEADTEACHERS: Mr. R. Martin Ms. A. May Ms. C. Nightingale
Lower School: Heol Gam, Bridgend. CF31 3EU Upper School: Ewenny Road, Bridgend. CF31 3ER Telephone: 01656 641800 Fax No. 01656 641840 Website: www.bryntegschool.co.uk Email: [email protected]
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 2
THE SCHOOL AND ITS AIMS 3
ADMISSIONS 5
CURRICULUM 7
ACADEMIC ORGANISATION 12
NATIONAL TARGETS 14
PASTORAL ORGANISATION 16
DISCIPLINE AND REWARDS 18
GENERAL INFORMATION 26
TRANSPORT 29
HOW PARENTS/CARERS CAN HELP 30
UNIFORM 32
COMMENTS FROM OUR LAST INSPECTION 36
TERM DATES Appendix A
ATTENDANCE DATA Appendix B
KS3 DATA Appendix C
EXAMINATION RESULTS 2015 Appendix D
SUMMARY OF ACHIEVEMENTS OF PUPILS AGED 15 AND 17 Appendix E
1 INTRODUCTION FROM THE HEADTEACHER
WELCOME TO BRYNTEG
In this booklet we attempt to outline the nature of the education offered here. It explains the way the school is organised, the subjects which are taught, the standards of work and behaviour we expect from our pupils, the ways in which we care for the children, and some of the activities that they can enjoy. We also describe the school uniform, explain how parents/carers can help us, and we provide information about the performance of our pupils in external tests and examinations.
It is impossible for a brief booklet to give the true flavour of an institution as large, varied and exciting as Brynteg. This school bases its work on many of the traditional values which have inspired education in Wales - respect for discipline, high academic expectations and the development of the potential of every pupil. To those we have added the best of modern practices, teaching respect for others, service to the community and an interest in life long learning. Brynteg has been a comprehensive school for over 40 years and at a time when such schools have become easy targets for attacks by the media and politicians, I am proud to say that this school works. We are determined to get the best out of every pupil who comes to us. We expect high standards of behaviour from the children and we have been able to maintain those standards throughout a long period of intense social change. Our staff are continuously looking for ways in which we can improve the quality of teaching and learning for pupils of all ages and abilities.
Our best ambassadors are our pupils. Visitors to the school comment upon their high motivation towards work, their good behaviour and manners, and their self confidence. We are proud of our sports teams and the large numbers of individuals who go on to represent the County and Wales. Our musicians have acquired a reputation for high quality performances in concerts and musicals and also in less publicised events put on for old people's homes and hospitals. There are extensive opportunities for those with an interest in all sorts of activities as well as in sport and music. All we ask of our pupils is that they take advantage of the opportunities we offer them. We are proud of the fact that many hundreds of pupils throw themselves enthusiastically into the annual events on Sports Day and in the Eisteddfod.
Brynteg is one of the largest schools in England and Wales and those who rarely set foot inside such schools are unable to understand how the needs of each individual child can be addressed. The answer lies in effective organisation and a strong pastoral system, which allows us to make every pupil feel known and valued. We recognise that the size of the school can seem intimidating to pupils transferring from a much smaller school. We believe that the links we have made with our partner primary schools go a long way to overcome these understandable worries. These links include visits by classes of pupils to Brynteg, visits by our staff to primary classrooms and assemblies, and the induction day in July when all of the following September's new intake spend the day with us. Are we successful? Just ask the parents/carers of the older pupils. For several years the most frequently made comment at the Year 7 Parents` Evening has been that the children are very happy at Brynteg,
We are sure that your child will be happy with us as well and we are looking forward to working with you to give your child an interesting, enjoyable, and stimulating high quality educational experience.
MR D H JENKINS HEADTEACHER
2 OUR SCHOOL
Brynteg is one of nine state secondary schools which serve the County Borough of Bridgend. It provides comprehensive education, through the medium of English for around 1730 boys and girls between the ages of 11 and 18.
The school was at one time on two sites but these have been joined together by an internal path and the construction of three new teaching blocks between the older buildings. The pupils of Years 7, 8, 9 are based in the Lower School at Heolgam, with those in Years 10 to 13 based IN the Upper School on Ewenny Road. Some pupils will be based in the new Mathematics, Languages and Science Blocks which are situated half way between the two sites. Many of the subjects are based in suites of classrooms so pupils of all ages are taught across the whole site. Movement times are built into the school day and we try to minimise movement for the youngest pupils.
The school day begins at 8.45 a.m. and ends at 3.20 p.m. with lunch from 1.35 - 2.20 p.m. Pupils in Years 7, 8 and 9 are not allowed to leave the school at lunchtime while those in Years 10 and 11 may go off site for lunch, though this is a privilege not a right and is withdrawn from those who cause problems for our neighbours.
HISTORY
Brynteg's history starts over 100 years ago, in 1896, with the opening of the Bridgend Intermediate School at Minerva Street. The Main Upper School buildings at Brynteg House were completed in 1935 and the Lower School buildings in 1948. In 1959, the School took over the pupils of the Bridgend Technical Institute. Finally, in 1971, the Bridgend Boys' Grammar Technical School combined with Heolgam Secondary School to form the Brynteg Comprehensive School.
BADGE
The School Badge was designed by a former Art Master of the School, Mr. David Thomas. It is intended to show the School's association with its country, county and town. The central panel is the Cross of St. David, patron saint of Wales. The left panel is the Coat of Arms of the County of Glamorgan, taken from the de Clare family, Lords of Glamorgan in the thirteenth century. The right panel is the Coat of Arms of the Turberville family, the Lords of Coity, in whose manor Bridgend stands.
3 MOTTO
The Motto of the School, "A fo benn bid bont", is taken from the Mabinogion. In Modern Welsh it would read "A fo ben bydd bont": in English, "Let him who would be leader be a bridge". It was said by a Welsh Prince, Bendigeidfran, on the banks of an uncrossable river, before he proceeded to lie down so that his army could cross over on his back. Not only does this imply support and care for others, the importance of service, humility and the ability to offer protection when needed, but also proclaims the importance of communication and community in a civilised society and the attempt to bring concern for the less fortunate in the world.
AIMS OF THE SCHOOL
Maximise opportunities for all our pupils to develop a range of academic, vocational, sporting ,creative , social and cultural skills
Create an ordered and caring environment in which pupils feel safe, secure and happy
Ensure all our pupils have opportunities to develop lively, imaginative and enquiring minds
Involve parents, governors, staff and the wider community in the life of the school to build an active and flourishing community
Instil a strong sense of citizenship in which concern for others, tolerance and mutual respect are calued by all.
Provide pupils with every opportunity to develop their own personal philosophies and high moral standards, including honesty, reliability and integrity.
Equip our pupils with the skills of literacy, numeracy and ICT so that the transfer to the world of work or higher education is a seamless one.
Ensure that equal value is placed on the abilities, talents and skills of every individual in our care by fostering a fully inclusive environment.
The School's Disability Scheme and Disability Access Plan
Brynteg School is committed to ensuring equal treatment of all its employees, pupils and any others involved in the school community, with any form of disability and will ensure that disabled people are not treated less favourably in any procedures, practices and service delivery. This school will not tolerate harassment of disabled people, with any form of impairment, and will also support and protect pupils who are carers of disabled parents. Year 6 disabled pupils are encouraged to visit the school with their parents/carers before making their final choice. The school's Disability Scheme and Disability Access Plan ensures that disabled pupils are not treated less favourably than others. Copies of our policies can be found on the school’s website.
4 NEW PUPILS
ADMISSION OF NEW PUPILS
The School's traditional catchment area is the town of Bridgend, east of the River Ogmore. This includes the areas of Brackla, Litchard and Wildmill.
In response to legal judgements on admission policies in other parts of the country, Bridgend LA has developed its procedures. When their children are in Year 6, parents/carers are asked to state a preference for a secondary school for the following September. In some years there is severe competition for places so it is essential that all parents/carers return a form, including those who live very close to the school and those with children already on roll.
Completed forms are sent back to the LA and its staff applies the policy set out in its Starting School booklet. The Planned Admission Number for the new intake is 220. The school must accept pupils up to that number. If the number of applications is above the standard number then the LA's criteria are applied. These give priority to those who live in the traditional catchment area . If places remain for those who live outside this area, priority is given to those with brothers and sisters already attending the school, and then to those attending the partner primary schools.
If a request for a place is turned down then the parents/carers may appeal against the decision to an independent panel. In general the panels have looked favourably on those who can argue that the school is the closest to their home. They tend to turn down appeals from those who live much more than three and a half miles from the school unless there are exceptional circumstances. The school's governors are very concerned about keeping numbers under control and has a policy of defending all appeals.
Parents/carers of pupils who move into the area or who want their children to transfer from another secondary school into Brynteg should contact the appropriate Pupil Progress Leader.
SAFEGUARDING
The school has very large grounds, which are accessed easily by members of the public. Governors and Senior Staff are very conscious about the security of pupils and staff and have implemented important ideas in recent years. For this reason, parents and carers are not permitted to drop off or pick up children from the school site.
All staff are required to wear identity badges which carry their photographs. Visitors are also issued with badges and contractors are encouraged to wear identification. Senior staff will challenge any adult not wearing a badge and any young person not in school uniform. We also have a number of security cameras installed around the school site.
We have close and regular contact with the local police. The community police officers have been given permission to enter the grounds if they are on patrol in the area.
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LINKS WITH PRIMARY SCHOOLS
There are five main feeder primary schools which take children from the same area and many of the Year 6 children in these schools transfer to Brynteg. The schools are Brackla, Litchard, Oldcastle, Penybont and Tremains. Links between these schools and individual departments are well established and there are a number of shared projects. At Brynteg we are determined to develop our relationships with these schools so that transition to secondary education becomes a natural progression. During the summer term of Year 6 our staff meet the children in their primary schools. All of the new intake are invited to spend a day at Brynteg during July to prepare them for their new school. Many of the pupils will have visited Brynteg during their last two years at primary school. We work closely with the primary schools to develop the annual Transition Pathway Plan for all schools in the Byrnteg Cluster. Our Transition Pathway ensures improved curriculum continuity, consistent assessment across KS2 and KS3, and better tracking of pupil progress and welfare needs.
PARENTS/CARERS
Parents/carers of Year 6 pupils are invited to visit Brynteg during our annual Open Evening and for an evening during the summer term to see the school and some of its work and discuss their child’s move with Senior staff and the new Pastoral Team. Any parent who wishes to see the school during a normal school day should contact the school to arrange a visit.
CONTACTING THE SCHOOL
If parents/carers have a general query they may phone the school on 01656 641800. If parents/carers have a particular pastoral concern then they should send a note to the Form Tutor who may refer the matter to the Pupil Progress Leader. More serious welfare or behavioural concerns should be referred directly to the Pupil Progress Leader. The six Pupil Progress Leaders are senior members of staff and handle all pastoral matters. The pastoral staff have reduced teaching commitments and parents/carers can make appointments to see them during the school day. We do our best to help parents/carers who turn up without appointments, but it is unlikely that the relevant Pupil Progress Leader will be immediately available. The Headteacher, Deputy Headteachers and Assistant Headteachers do not deal with pastoral issues on a day to day basis and only become involved in exceptional circumstances. The Headteacher is available by appointment, to parents/carers who need further clarification on school policy. If appropriate, matters may be put to the Governing Body. Parents/carers are welcome to contact the LA about any point within its competence: telephone 01656 643643 and ask for the Education Department.
If there are concerns or queries about teaching or learning in a specific subject then parents/carers should send a note to the subject teacher or the Subject Leader. Subject teachers have extensive teaching commitments and cannot be contacted by phone during the normal school day.
6 CURRICULUM
The curriculum at Brynteg is designed to provide a broad and balanced variety of experiences for all pupils, in accordance with our stated Aims and the dictates of the National Curriculum and the Literacy and Numeracy Frameworks.
Pupils with special language or learning problems may be offered a modified curriculum and/or extra support as required.
All pupils will be offered the possibility of tuition in string, brass and woodwind instruments, and there is a very successful orchestra at Brynteg.
The basic curriculum offered to most pupils follows this pattern:-
Years 7, 8 and 9
Art German Personal & Social Education Design & Technology History Physical Education English Information Technology Religious Education French Mathematics Science Geography Music Welsh
Years 10 and 11
Before the end of Year 9, pupils, with the assistance of their parents/carers and teachers, will select the subjects which they wish to study in more depth for external examinations. The process will be explained in detail at the relevant time.
All pupils must study Mathematics, Numeracy, English (including Literature), Science, Welsh, Religious Education, Welsh Baccalaureate, Personal & Social Education, and Physical Education. Pupils are offered a choice of three other subjects from a wide and varied list.
These are the subjects (provisionally) offered in 2016:- Art Health & Social Care Business Studies History Catering Information Technology Children’s Care, Learning and Development IT User Skills Computing Mathematics Curriculum Support Music Design & Technology: Product Design Parametric CAD Design & Technology: Textiles Performing Arts/Acting Design & Technology: Graphic Products Physical Education Drama Salon Services (Hairdressing) Electronics Science - Double Award Engineering Science – Triple Award Engineering (Practical) Sport BTEC English Sociology English Literature Travel and Tourism French Welsh Geography Work Skills German Welsh Baccalaureate
7 YEARS 12 AND 13
Students proceeding to Year 12 prepare for AS and A levels or BTEC qualifications. 'A' Level subjects include nearly all the subjects encountered so far, with the addition of Double Mathematics, Economics and Psychology; a total of about thirty subjects. A number of subjects such as Forensic Science, Music Theatre, Public Services, Animal Care, Travel and Tourism are offered in collaboration with Bridgend College and other Bridgend schools during the school day. A number of subjects including Accountancy, Dance, Film Studies, Law, Music Technology and Psychology may be studied at Bridgend College during two evening sessions each week.
A Level is a two year course. In the first year most students study FOUR subjects and may gain an AS certificate (Advanced Subsidiary). In the second year students usually carry on with three subjects to gain an A Level award in those subjects. Some students study for the Welsh Baccalaureate alongside 3 AS/2 A Levels.
BTEC two year courses are offered in Engineering and Sport at Level 3 (equivalent to A level).
Some students opt for a Level 2 BTEC which is a one year courses in a single subject. Courses may be offered in Engineering, Media and Travel and Tourism.
A wide variety of Level 2 courses in Construction and CACHE are offered to our pupils by the Bridgend 14-19 network and delivered at other centres.
EXAMINATION ENTRY POLICY
All students will be entered for external examinations except those who have been absent for a long time or through agreement between the school and parents/carers.
After being entered, if a student fails to attend the examination without a good reason, the school will charge the parents/carers the cost of the entry fee.
AS modules may be resat in Year 13 – pupils are expected to pay for resits.
CROSS CURRICULAR THEMES
The school places much emphasis on the development of skills and this will be achieved predominantly through subjects and PSE programmes of study. Themes such as Work-Related Education, Healthy Living, Sustainable Development, Global Citizenship, Curriculum Cwmreig and Enterprise will be covered. The school has developed cross-curricular projects and pupils in Year 7 will have the opportunity to participate in CSI Brynteg and Dragons’ Den in Year 8.
8 BASIC SKILLS QUALITY STANDARD
Basic Skills in reading, writing, oracy, and numeracy are the minimum needed if in the future all our children are to take part fully in the world of work, leisure and home. Brynteg is fully committed to improving standards in Basic Skills. Early identification of the Basic Skills target group highlights those learners in need of support and they are included in a selection of appropriate and effective intervention programmes. Working together we can make sure that all our children are appropriately equipped with skills that they need for the time they leave Brynteg.
HOMEWORK
Homework is set by the departments in accordance with the needs of the syllabus and the development of the child. This will naturally take many forms, such as reading, writing, drawing, learning, research or project work. The length of time needed to complete homework will increase from Year 7 to Year 13. Brynteg utilises Show My Homework (www.showmyhomework.co.uk), an online platform for setting and recording completion of homework. Pupils and parents are able to access this resource and will receive notifications when homework has been set and before it is due to be handed in. Planners are also issued to all pupils as learning companions and to help them record their homework.
HEALTH EDUCATION
We consider Health Education to be an important aspect of pupil development. Pupils in the Lower School receive their Health Education as part of a cross-curricular approach. Major contributions are made in P.S.E., Science, Food and Nutrition, Religious Education and Physical Education.
Throughout the school, all pupils study those aspects of health essential for their current and future well-being - including drugs, alcohol and tobacco. The importance of relationships is a crucial part of preparing children for lives now and in the future, as adults and parents/carers. Consequently, sex education is included as part of the Health Education Programme in this school. A copy of our Sex Education Policy is included in this booklet.
The school has a Pupil Health and Wellbeing Officer, Mrs. J. Jones, who is based in Lower School and contributes to the care, support and guidance of all pupils.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION AND WORSHIP
Brynteg has no particular religious affiliation. Non-sectarian religious education and worship are provided for every pupil in accordance with the Education Acts.
Any parent who wishes to withdraw children from these activities should contact the school.
CAREERS EDUCATION AND GUIDANCE
The school’s Careers Education Department provides regular lessons within the curriculum and extra advice at each transitional stage (Year 9, Year 11 and Sixth Form options).
9 The Upper School has a comprehensive Careers Library with software providing up-to-date information on a wide range of career opportunities and university courses. In addition, the Lower School has a range of literature suited for Year 9 option choices.
Careers Wales Advisors are present at Parents’ Evenings for Year 9 onwards and are available for consultation.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Work experience is a rewarding experience, improving both confidence and motivation. It gives students a more realistic basis for planning careers and making decisions. Additionally students gain first hand experience of the personal qualities needed for work and the responsibility required. The school, together with Careers Wales are able to find work placements for pupils. However, pupils are encouraged to secure their own placement, relevant to their own interests and needs, with assistance from the Careers staff.
There are also some opportunities for students in Year 11 to follow a college, or work related course as part of the curriculum.
SPORT and RECREATION
Aims and Provision
The school is committed to offering a variety of sporting and recreational opportunities in the form of extra-curricular activities and clubs. The activities and clubs are open to all pupils with the intention of developing an awareness in pupils of the implications of sport and physical activity for the individual, the local, national and international communities.
Inter-school and intra-school competition takes place in individual and team sports across the whole age range. Athletics, swimming, tennis, hockey, netball, basketball, soccer and rugby are the traditional sports of the school. Rugby is particularly strong, both male and female, whilst soccer is developing very quickly. Weight-training, badminton, dance and gymnastic clubs exist at a recreational level. We have a 5 x 60 Sports Development Officer based at Lower School and there is a varied programme of activities available at lunchtimes and after school.
All teams are coached by P.E. staff and a variety of non-P.E. specialists help with coaching and match organization and supervision. The senior rugby XV will play midweek in the Welsh School league; all other coaching/matches take place in the evenings and at lunchtimes.
Sporting facilities at the school include two fully equipped gymnasia, a newly refurbished multigym, a sports hall, tennis/netball courts, a red-gravel hockey pitch, and three grass pitches. Swimming is provided by using the pool at Heronsbridge School. There is one long/triple jump
10 pit and a 400m track is laid for summer use. It is envisaged that facilities will be upgraded to include an all-weather surface in the future.
There are specialist Physical Educationalists and several other staff with coaching qualifications. Older pupils are encouraged to assist in coaching and to gain awards. Year 12 and 13 pupils have qualified as leaders and gone into feeder schools to coach. Links with feeder schools are strengthening and tournaments for them are run by the department in several sports. Our senior pupils undergo Dragon Sports training and coach a variety of sports in our feeder schools, and also Heronsbridge.
Outside coaches and agencies are encouraged into the school and coaching clinics are held frequently. We also have a WRU Rugby Development Officer who coaches pupils. The school has been the venue for netball, rugby and athletics courses. Our sixth form are encouraged to qualify as Dragon Sport Leaders, in order to be able to help coach sports in our feeder schools.
Strong links have been forged with local sports clubs, in particular Bridgend Rugby, Hockey, Athletics and Netball Clubs.
Sporting links with other countries is a feature of the sports provision in the school. Visiting teams are often hosted from countries around the world and the school’s teams have undertaken sports tours regularly, to destinations in Europe, North America, Africa and Australia.
USE OF THE WELSH LANGUAGE
All pupils in Years 7 - 11 study Welsh as a second language. All pupils in Year 10 and 11 study Welsh leading to a G.C.S.E. qualification. In Years 12 and 13 they may choose to study the subject at A Level.
Although English is the day-to- day language of communication at the school, the use of incidental Welsh within the Brynteg community is a strong feature of our school.
11 ACADEMIC ORGANISATION
Different children have different abilities and different interests. At Brynteg, we try to provide the appropriate level of instruction for all pupils.
The academic organisation of the school is as follows:-
Years 7, 8 and 9
All pupils are allocated to a mixed ability tutor group. Pupils remain in the same tutor group until the end of Year 11. No distinction is made between children of different abilities. We believe that the change from Primary to Secondary education is a difficult one and that pupils must be helped by being given as much time as possible to get used to the size, different subjects and organisation of the school. Pupils needing extra help may be supported by additional members of staff. All children's progress is constantly monitored and one or two adjustments may be needed.
Pupils will remain in their tutor groups for registration and pastoral purposes. In some subjects they will be taught in mixed ability groups, but in others, they will be 'set' - that is, they will be taught in classes with children of similar ability in that particular subject. In Mathematics pupils are set in September of Year 7. Some subjects may decide to set in Year 8 and others in Year 9. These are very important decisions and they are made only after long and detailed consideration, taking into account the professional judgement of members of staff, and any external factors. The placements are by no means final, and the progress of all pupils is carefully monitored throughout their time in Brynteg.
Years 10 and 11
In these years, all pupils follow courses leading to public examinations. Most pupils will be entered for the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE). A few pupils will be entered for the Entry Level examination. Some pupils will also be studying for BTEC qualifications.
GCSE’s are offered at Higher (grades A* - D) and Foundation (C - G) level and many pupils take a combination of different levels and the decision as to which papers are taken in the different subjects is made by the departments concerned in the light of the pupil's progress and staff recommendation.
Years 12 and 13
Those students who have at least 5 GCSEs at grades A* - C or equivalent will follow Level 3 courses (Advanced Level or BTEC) and others have the opportunity to gain GCSE resits and BTEC vocational qualifications. Some may sit the Advanced Extension Papers and University Entrance Examinations.
A summary of the school’s external examination results 2014/2015 is given in Appendix D.
A Summary Report of Secondary School Performance for pupils aged 15 and 17, 2014/2015 is given in Appendix E.
12 ASSESSMENT
The progress of all pupils is carefully monitored throughout the year by a process of continuous assessment. If the school identifies pupils as underachieving in a number of subjects, then their parents/carers will be informed.
Formal examinations will be held in the Summer Term for Years 7, 8 and 10 and at the end of the Autumn Term, for Year 11. The end of Key Stage 3 assessment level for Year 9 in all subjects is based upon continuous assessment throughout the year.
The school’s results for 2014/15 in Key Stage 3 Teacher Assessment can be seen in Appendix C.
REPORTS
Annual reports are issued for Years 7 –10 during the Summer Term. Full written reports are issued to Years 12 & 11 in January/February. Full written reports are issued to Year 13 at the end of the Autumn Term.
PROGRESS FILE
The pupil’s Progress File brings together all kinds of achievements inside and outside of school. It aims to celebrate success and build up pupil confidence and self esteem. It provides a more complete picture of the pupil including experiences and achievements reflecting qualities not tested by the examinations. Thus, as well as leaving school with exam results, pupils will also have a Progress File presentation folder which will show that they possess a variety of personal qualities and have a wide range of interests.
From Year 7 onwards, all pupils are encouraged by their form tutors to keep a record of activities, interests, skills, achievements and personal qualities.
Some aspects of Progress Files are dealt with in both the PSE and Careers Programme.
TARGET SETTING
Having goals and targets also gives pupils a sense of self worth and encourages them to make further progress.
Subject targets are set for all pupils by subject teachers and on a regular basis. Pupils are encouraged to discuss progress with their form tutors and set their own personal targets.
Pastoral targets, for improvement in attendance, punctuality and STEPS points are set by form tutors at the beginning of every term and reviewed every half term.
Every individual student has the opportunity to review targets with their form tutor in designated mentoring interviews throughout the year.
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HOW CAN PARENTS / CARERS HELP?
Parents/carers can contribute by encouraging their child to take part in a variety of activities and by ensuring that the form tutor is kept informed of any achievements, especially those that have taken place outside school. Parents/carers are also requested to sign and discuss their child’s individual targets and to encourage them throughout the term to reach these targets.
TARGET SETTING AND SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT
The Welsh Government is determined to raise standards in schools throughout Wales. Challenging national targets have been set and individual LAs and schools are required to set their own targets. The targets we have set ourselves for 2016-17 and subsequent years reflect a realistic level of challenge. All staff and Governors at the school work tirelessly to achieve, and hopefully exceed, them.
Improving the standard of teaching and learning has been a key area for us throughout the last decade. Our performance at KS3, KS4 and A level has been consistently good from year to year. At A level we have one of the largest number of entries in Wales and our pass rate is in the range 97% to 100%. This is a direct result of the monitoring procedures we have put in place and the support we provide for learners. We are disappointed when our pass rate dips below 100%. At KS3 our performance is mostly above the Welsh average in English, Maths, Science and the core subject indicator (CSI) in terms of the percentage achieving Level 5+ and Level 6+.
We aim to provide parents/carers with clear information about the potential levels of achievement of their children. It is clear that a significant factor in maximising performance at GCSE is the involvement and support of parents/carers and we contact parents/carers with any concerns we may have about attendance, homework, coursework and behaviour.
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SECONDARY TARGET-SETTING
School Name: Brynteg School
Key Stage 3 2014 2015 2016
Total number of pupils in cohort 256 264 208
Core Subject Indicator 80% 80% 81.6% English % Level 5 and above 87.7% 87.3% 86.5%
Welsh % Level 5 and above (for Welsh medium schools only) % % % Mathematics % Level 5 and above 89.6% 87.3% 89.4%
Science % Level 5 and above 90% 87.3% 89.4%
Key Stage 4 2014 2015 2016
Total number of pupils in cohort 297 285 256
Pupils achieving the Level 1 threshold 98.1% 96.9% 97.2% Pupils achieving the Level 2 threshold, i.e. 5 or more GCSE passes 85% 82.2% 83.3% at grade C or above, or equivalent. Pupils achieving the Level 2 threshold, including a GCSE pass at C 65% 65.9% 66.7 or above in English or Welsh first language and Mathematics
Pupils gaining KS4 Core Subject Indicator 62% 64.5% 65.5
Pupils leaving school without achieving any approved qualification 0% 0% 0%
Whole School 2014 2015 2016 Attendance target for period from the start of the school year 95% 95.5% 96% until the Friday before the last Monday in May Local Targets Local Target 1 :
Improve attendance
Local Target 2 :
Improve Level 1 Threshold
Local Target 3 :
Improve Level 3 Threshold
Form completed by: ______Date: ______
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PASTORAL ORGANISATION
At Brynteg we believe that a caring community is essential if a child's full potential is to be developed. Thus we attach great importance to our pastoral system. The following members of staff are available to help pupils at every stage of their development throughout the school:-
(a) Attendance Secretaries
Two of the secretarial staff are delegated to monitor attendance and punctuality, using the SIMS Electronic registration system and lesson monitor. ‘Keep Kids Safe’ is also used as a two-way means of communication between the school and parents/carers. Contact home is made on the first day of absence and every day following this, if there is no response. On the third day, a letter is sent out. Since being in lessons is the first requirement for pupils, we believe that this is an important and efficient service, which parents/carers will welcome.
Pupil Absence The government insists that all schools, in their attendance registers, must distinguish between authorised and unauthorised absence. This is published annually as a school performance indicator. Individual pupil absence, both authorised and unauthorised, will be included on school reports. Thus it is important for parents/carers to be aware of these categories so that they will know whether a particular absence will be recorded as authorised or unauthorised
Unauthorised Absence - The following would normally be classed as unauthorised absence:-
Minding the house; looking after brothers or sisters; birthdays; shopping during school hours; attending pop concerts; late arrival without adequate explanation.
Authorised Absence. Most other absences are classed as authorised and are allowed by law or at the discretion of the school, e.g.:-
Sickness/medical/dental; religious observance; unavoidable causes, e.g. close family bereavement; court appearance, public award/presentation, etc.
Notes of explanation for all absences must be given to the school and until a note is received, an absence remains unauthorised. The school is proud of its high attendance. Parents/carers are most welcome to contact the school if they have any doubt regarding an absence that is due to occur.
Punctuality - Morning registration takes place at 8.45 a.m. and afternoon registration takes place at 2.20 p.m. Pupils are expected to be punctual. Pupils arriving late before the register closes will be recorded as Late in the register.
The school monitors punctuality very closely. A letter is sent home to parents/carers after three latenesses and the pupil is placed in detention after four latenesses. If the problem continues then parents/carers will be asked to come to school to discuss the matter. E.W.O. may become involved and the pupil may not be allowed out of school on trips/activities.
16 A summary of Attendance Data for the previous school year can be found at the back of this booklet (Appendix B).
(b) Form Tutors Every child is placed in a form. This is a unit of approximately 28 pupils. Form Tutors meet their class everyday and help pupils with any problems. They also play a large part in the Personal and Social Education Programme of each form. The names of the forms are taken from the letters of the words "BRYNTEG SCHOOL". Parents/carers are asked to send a note to the Form Tutor in the first instance if they have any pastoral concerns.
(c) Pupil Progress Leader There is a Pupil Progress Leader (senior member of staff) for every year from Year 7 to Year 13. The Pupil Progress Leader deals with pastoral issues to do with pupils in their year group as well as monitoring their progress. Only rarely will they refer matters to the Deputy Headteachers and Assistant Headteachers. Parents/carers are asked to deal with the Form Tutor and Pupil Progress Leader on all matters to do with welfare, behaviour and general progress.
(e) External Agencies The school is fortunate in having the support of county borough staff in helping pupils. The Education Welfare Officer, Mrs J Wilkins, is particularly concerned with welfare issues, truancy, non-attendance and punctuality. She will visit the homes of pupils with problems. Children with serious difficulties may be counselled by the School Psychological Service. We also have the services of a trained counsellor
(f) Administration of Medicines A Pupil Health & Wellbeing Officer, Mrs. J. Jones, will distribute paracetamol to pupils under 16 years of age if parents/carers have given written consent (as per Brynteg School Paracetamol Protocol). If you wish your child to take regular prescribed medication then this will be given voluntarily by some school staff only if you have signed a disclaimer form which can be obtained from the school office.
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DISCIPLINE AND REWARDS
At Brynteg discipline is strict but fair. Our policy is to counsel pupils rather than punish. We want to try to help children to develop a sense of self-worth, self-discipline and co-operation, so that they mature into responsible adults.
Our school operates a system of rewards which are available to all pupils for good behaviour and effort. If a pupil gains the necessary number of awards, a ‘STEPS to Success at School’ Certificate will be presented at the appropriate time. Form and Year prizes will also be awarded for effort.
However, individual teachers will sometimes need to impose punishments for failure to comply with the classroom code of practice, e.g. detention or a homework project. More serious breaches of discipline will be referred to the Pupil Progress Leader who can impose one or more of the following consequences.
1. Counselled and warned.
2. A letter informing parents/carers of the problem. Parents/carers are often invited to school at an early opportunity to discuss matters with the Pupil Progress Leader.
If the problem is persistent and serious, this meeting will be of a more formal nature and the pupil concerned could be asked to sign a contract to abide by school rules. A report may also be sent to the County Borough Education Office.
3. Detention. After school detentions require 24 hours notice.
4. Placed on report - a written comment has to be obtained for every single lesson, and the Report is taken home to be examined by the Parents/carers.
5. Exclusion from particular lessons or from all lessons. Pupils may be placed in another class, with a member of the Pastoral Team or in the School’s Referral Unit for a period of time.
6. Removal to the Pupil Referral Unit at Aberkenfig to receive special tuition. The Education Psychology Service would be involved in these proceedings.
7. Exclusion by the Headteacher and with the approval of the Governors. This may be:-
(a) a fixed term exclusion for a set number of days.
(b) a permanent exclusion, when the Governors refuse to allow the pupil to remain at Brynteg.
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19 ANTI-BULLYING POLICY
The school has adopted an anti-bullying policy. Some form of bullying takes place in every school in Britain: at Brynteg we are determined to create an ethos in which bullies will find it difficult to carry on their activities, and in which everyone else is prepared to support victims, and to report their distress.
Every pupil is entitled to progress through Brynteg without fear. The policy declares that it is the school's aim to create a secure and safe environment for pupils so that parents/carers may be confident that their children will be protected from bullying.
Bullying is sometimes physical; however, it is far more likely to be what adults might perceive to be relatively trivial events - name calling, isolating, pushing, threats. However, these incidents can become intolerable to a child if they are not stopped.
Parents/carers can help by supporting their children, and by always reporting any information or suspicions to the relevant Pupil Progress Leader.
We would also ask for your co-operation on the rare occasions when the school has to contact you because your own child is involved in some way in bullying another pupil.
STUDENT SUPPORT DEPARTMENT
At Brynteg School we recognise that many individuals may experience some form of learning difficulty that requires some form of special education provision to be made for him or her. This may mean that a child has a significantly greater difficulty in learning than their peers or have a disability that makes it hard for them to access facilities within the school.
Whilst many factors contribute to the range of difficulties experienced by some children, we believe that much can be done to overcome them by parents/carers, teachers, outside agencies/support services and pupils working together.
Philosophy and Aims
Brynteg School values the abilities and achievements of all its pupils and is committed to providing for each student, the best possible environment for learning.
We recognise that each student has individual and unique needs and at any point some children may require more support than others. If these pupils are to achieve their full potential, we must recognise this and plan accordingly.
We acknowledge that a significant proportion of pupils will have special educational provision at some point in their school career. Some may require help throughout their time in school, whilst others may need a little extra support for short periods of time to help them overcome short term needs.
At Brynteg we aim to:
Enable every child to experience success. Promote individual confidence and a positive self-esteem. Ensure all pupils have access to a broad and balanced curriculum.
20 Ensure the rapid identification of all pupils requiring SEN provision as early as possible in their school career. Ensure the SEN pupils take as full a part as possible in all school activities. Involve parents/carers and pupils themselves, where appropriate in planning decision making and supporting at all stages of the pupil’s development. Ensure that parents/carers of SEN pupils are kept fully informed of their child’s progress and attainment.
Provision offered by the Student Support Department
We recognise the importance of early identification and assessment of children with SEN and assisting them in overcoming barriers to learning. Developing as wide a range of flexible and responsive strategies will help prevent difficulties hindering a child’s progress. Decisions regarding the most appropriate type of action are always applied individually, considering attainment, nature of difficulty, successes and strengths.
If a child is identified as having ALN, the Student Support Team, in collaboration with fellow teachers, advisory services and external agencies, will develop a programme of support and intervention. At Brynteg School, this may include:
Full time education in classes with additional support and help by class teacher/subject teachers through a differentiated curriculum. Periods of withdrawal to work with a support teacher/Student Support assistant. In class support with adult assistance. (Student Support and behaviour support) Curriculum support lessons at KS4. Form time reading and handwriting programmes. Lunchtime clubs – homework club, games club. Access to external support – eg Educational Psychologist, Counsellor. Provision of specialist resources. Opportunities to take part in a range of groups – Anger Management, Self-Esteem, Dyspraxia (DCD) Motor Skills Group.
Lunchtime Clubs
The Student Support Department runs several lunchtime clubs:
Games Club – an opportunity for pupils to make new friends in a fun and relaxed environment. Homework Club – 2 lunchtimes a week, all lunchtime. Pupils are encouraged to attend homework club to receive additional help with any tasks they are having difficulty completing at home. Homework club also takes place in Lower School Learning Resource Centre, Tuesday and Thursdays after school.
Brynteg School Motor Programme
Mrs Stimpson of the Student Support Department delivers a Motor Skills Programme, during lesson time, one hour a week, for pupils with Developmental Co-ordination difficulties ( DCD/Dyspraxia). This provides pupils with valuable additional help with fine and gross motor skills. Mrs Hughes also organises DCD parent evenings when outside speakers are invited to come in and speak to parents/carers. More recently a number of parents/carers have established a small parent support group. 21
Brynteg Nuture Provision: Ty Seren
The school has a very successful nurture provision which is organised by a dedicated pupil support officer, Mrs. Lewis-Williams. This intervention ensures that identified pupils are given appropriate support to build self esteem and confidence which leads to improved pupil outcomes.
Partnership with Parents/Carers and Pupils
Parents/Carers
Parents/carers are included at all stages of admissions and identification. Parents/carers are invited to attend review meetings. (These are usually held during parents/carers evenings, parents/carers are therefore requested to make appointments with the Student Support Department prior to these evenings). Parents/carers are informed of support agencies, eg SNAP Parents/carers are included in the development of programmes of intervention to be used at home in school. Parents/carers are made to feel welcome when contacting the school.
Pupils
Pupils are included in all stages of admissions. Pupils are invited to attend review meetings. Pupils are actively involved in construction of their Individual Education Plans. Pupils are involved in the development of the programmes of intervention to be used at home and in school. Pupils are informed of support agencies. Pupils are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning and their own actions. Pupils are given the opportunity to access a wide range of support systems.
SEX AND RELATIONSHIP EDUCATION POLICY
The 1996 Education Act and the National Assembly for Wales Circular Number 11/02 require all maintained schools to produce a sex and relationships education policy (SRE). This is a summary of the policy; a full copy of the policy is available for parents/carers to read at either of the school offices.
The members of the school's staff responsible for the delivery of the policy are Mr S Vicker (PSE Co- ordinator) and Mr D Jenkins, the Headteacher
Aims and Objectives of SRE
The SRE programme at Brynteg is designed to provide knowledge about loving relationships, the nature of sexuality and the processes of human reproduction. Facts are presented in an objective, balanced and sensitive manner and are set within a clear framework of values and an awareness of the law on sexual behaviour. Pupils are encouraged to appreciate the value of stable family life, marriage and the responsibilities of parenthood. We also recognise that there are strong and mutually supportive stable relationships outside of marriage; Wales is home to a diverse society with a variety of family organisations.
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The SRE programme at Brynteg aims to provide pupils with knowledge and awareness of sex and sexual health. Following the Welsh Assembly's guidelines we aim to teach about the benefits of delaying sexual activity and about how to obtain appropriate advice on sexual health. Pupils are helped to consider the importance of self-restraint, dignity, respect for themselves and others, loyalty and fidelity. They are enabled to recognise the physical, emotional and moral implications, and risks, of certain types of behaviour. We aim to show our students that both sexes must take responsibility for their sexual activities and that the repercussions of sexual activity may impact adversely on their family and friends. Moreover we endeavour to help our pupils to recognise and respond appropriately to unacceptable behaviour by adults and other children.
Organisation of SRE
The delivery of the SRE is co-ordinated by Mr S Vicker. SRE is taught through Science, Physical Education and Religious Studies lessons and it is a key component of the Personal and Social Education programme. PSE is taught by form tutors once every two weeks. In addition to the teaching staff the Pupil Health & Wellbeing Officer is invited to take some sessions and we invite local health care professionals to give presentations to classes. Visitors are always accompanied by the class teacher who remains ultimately responsible for pupils’ welfare.
Curriculum Entitlement
SRE is not taught as a discrete subject and is covered in a number of subject areas as well as in PSE. The programme has been planned using the Welsh Governement’s Personal and Social Education Framework 2008 which suggests in which Key Stage a topic should be considered.
Key Stage 3
Science: Covers sexual development and the biological facts about reproduction. Contraception, AIDS and HIV are discussed briefly in these sessions. Physical Education: Includes a lecture by a representative of Procter and Gamble on puberty and coping with periods on a practical level to all girls.
Religious Studies: Covers family and friendship from a number of religious and moral perspectives.
PSE: Covers personal hygiene and puberty. Contraception is considered in greater detail, and form staff develop the theme of sex within stable, loving relationships.
Key Stage 4
Religious Studies: Covers attitudes to sex, love, marriage and contraception from a number of religious and moral perspectives. The topic of abortion is also covered as part of the module on the sanctity of life.
PSE: Returns to study contraception and problems of parenthood and pregnancy. A team of midwives from the Princess of Wales Hospital help with the delivery of this part of the course. Issues of sexual health, including sexually transmitted infections like HIV and AIDS, and sexual orientation are also considered.
23 These topics will be addressed in the appropriate Key Stage but shifting timetabling, speaker, curriculum and examination specification requirements does mean that they may not be delivered in the same year or term.
Any parent who wishes to know when a specific aspect of SRE is being delivered to their child should contact the school’s PSE Co-ordinator.
Some SRE issues may be discussed in other parts of the curriculum. For example a novel studied in English literature or a play performed in drama might evoke debate about relationships or sex.
However all teachers are aware of the school's SRE policy and its moral framework. All materials and topics introduced will be appropriate for the physical and emotional development of the class concerned.
Individual advice and confidentiality
The pressures on young people have increased dramatically over recent decades. The mass media and peer pressure give young people mixed messages about drugs, drinking and sexual behaviour. While we discourage our pupils from inappropriate behaviour we recognise that some pupils will become sexually active at an age which all parents/carers and the law regard as too young. The senior staff and governors believe that in such situations pupils must be given access to accurate and informed advice.
Teachers are not permitted to give individual medical or contraceptive advice because they are not qualified medical practitioners. Similarly teachers at the school are not allowed to guarantee confidentiality to pupils. If they believe a pupil is involved in illegal or dangerous behaviour inside or outside school they have a duty to inform senior staff. When talking to children, teachers will make it clear that it may not be possible to maintain confidentiality if this would prejudice the child's welfare.
Withdrawal and Complaints procedures
Under section 405 of the Education Act 1996 parents/carers have the right to withdraw their children, wholly or partly, from SRE, except when such education is part of the National Curriculum. Any parent who wishes to exercise this right should inform the Headteacher at the school. Parents/carers do not have to give reasons for their decisions and they do not have to indicate what other arrangements they intend to make for providing sex education for their children. If parents/carers have concerns about specific aspects of the course or need further information they should discuss their concerns with the appropriate Pupil Progress Leader.
If parents/carers have a complaint about the school's SRE or its delivery they should initially discuss the matter with the Pupil Progress Leader. If the issue is not resolved parents/carers should direct their complaint to the Headteacher who will undertake an inquiry and follow appropriate channels of complaint to the Governors, the Local Education Authority and the Welsh Assembly successively until the complaint is resolved.
24 BRIDGEND COUNTY BOROUGH SCHOOL SUBSTANCE MISUSE POLICY
All parents/carers will be aware that there is increasing concern that young people are coming into contact with drugs temptation: drugs are easily available and becoming cheaper. Recent incidents in other local schools have shown that drug or other substance abuse can happen anywhere. We do not wish to alarm the parents/carers of young children; we believe that sensible policies can help to combat the threat.
The nine secondary schools in the Bridgend County area present a united front against substance abuse in our community. By having a common policy, we are confident that a strong message will go out to all our pupils - that substance misuse will not be tolerated any-where in the Borough. The schools are supported by the expertise of OGWR DASH, a local anti-drug organisation.
Copies of the full policy are available from the school: A summary is as follows.
Where there is clear evidence of a pupil on school premises (i) being in possession of illegal or illicit substances (ii) suffering the effects of drugs then the following steps should be taken: * exclude pupil for minimum of three days * interview parent * involve other agencies - which may include DASH * formulate school/parent/pupil agency agreed action plan
If a pupil “self-confesses”, i.e. approaches staff voluntarily, and seeks help, then an exclusion may not be appropriate: the other stages will be put into effect.
Where a pupil volunteers information on their own use of drugs, and the pupil is under 16 years of age, the parent must be informed.
Where there is clear evidence of a pupil selling/giving illegal or illicit substances to others on school premises then the following steps should be taken.
* permanent exclusion * interview parent * involve other agencies for pupil welfare * consider police involvement
We believe that for nine schools to develop a common policy on any matter is rare - we are delighted with the close co-operation it embodies, and we are sure that it will be an effective means of protecting our young people from temptation.
25 GENERAL INFORMATION
THE SCHOOL CANTEEN
Standards in our canteens are very high, and the cost of meals is most reasonable. In the Lower School there are four counters, each serving a different type of menu. Fresh fruit, milk and fruit juices are provided at all counters. The Cafeteria style service is quick and efficient. There is no need for pupils to buy food in shops and cafes in town.
Brynteg School is one of the first schools in the authority to implement a cashless catering system for school meals, to support schools and parents with the payment and collection of school dinner money.
The system is managed as a joint venture between the school and Catering Services. For efficiency of administration the preferred option of payment for school meals with this system is through a secure BCBC online payment system but pupils are able to charge their cards in school at payment stations in Lower and Upper School.
Clear instructions on how to pay for your child’s school meals online via the BCBC website are available via our web site (www.bryntegschool.co.uk). Pupil data within the system will be updated and managed by the school only.
Pupil free meal entitlement data will be loaded within the system to ensure they remain anonymous at all times, therefore these parents are not required to take any action regarding cashless catering.
Each pupil at the school has a unique numerical identifier allocated to them. Please keep your child’s unique number safe, to enable you to make payment for school meals. The unique pupil number will be linked with a photographic image of your child to ensure that when your child presents themselves at the meal servery area, the correct amount is debited from the correct account at the terminal for meals received. All photographs of pupils are secure within the system. If you have made us aware of any diagnosed allergies to food, this information will be input into the system, to alert Catering Services staff.
Parents paying online for school meals must be aware that it is imperative that they credit their child’s account at least 24 hours before the expectation of a school meal, as all meals must be paid for in advance, or you must provide a home packed lunch for your child. Any queries about your child’s balance should be discussed with the school.
You will now have the ability to load your child’s account for a week, month or even a term, should you wish to. If your child is absent from school, all paid monies on your child’s account will be carried forward. Your child’s account will only be debited on the days that your child has a meal.
LUNCH BREAK
At lunch time KS4 pupils are allowed to leave Brynteg's premises provided their parent/carer has given permission for them to do so. Pupils are not permitted to leave if:
(1) they are in Year 7, 8 and 9. (2) parents/carers write a letter informing the school that their child must remain on site, or (3) the privilege is temporarily withdrawn as a punishment.
Parents/carers must be aware that the school cannot accept responsibility for the behaviour or safety of pupils who leave the premises. For children who do remain on site, supervision is provided - though it is obviously impossible to cover all parts of the buildings and grounds continuously.
26 If parents/carers wish their son/daughter in Years 7, 8 or 9 to return home for lunch then a letter is required giving their permission. It would be expected that such pupils would live within easy walking distance.
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITY
Pupils are placed in one of two houses – Llynfi (Green) & Ogwr (Red). Competitions are held between the houses in Sport and at the School Eisteddfod.
The school provides many societies and activities. This selection will, perhaps, give some idea of what is available:- Sport
Rugby, cricket, basketball, hockey, netball, tennis, badminton, cross-country, gymnastics, athletics, dance, weight-training, golf, outdoor pursuits, swimming.
The school enters many local and national competitions in a variety of activities and has a proud record of achievement. A balance is aimed between competitive and re-creational opportunities for pupils
Other Activities
Dramatic Productions, Musical Productions, Orchestra, Vocalmotion, Scientific Society, Art Club, Christian Union, Eco- team, Flute Choir, All strung Up Group, Textiles Club, Llangrannog visits, Year 7 French Games Club, Year 8 French trip to Paris, Scribblers Young Writers’ Club, Comic Book Club, visits to London and Cardiff Museums and Galleries and to the Continent. Engineering Education Scheme in Wales (EESW). Young Engineers for Britain – Young Engineers Clubs. Scalextric 4 Schools Jaguar Primary School Challenge Industrial Heritage Restoration Club. Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Sony Business Challenge. Public Speaking. Film Club. Gardening Gang.
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LEARNING RESOURCE CENTRES
The Learning Resource Centres are staffed by two Librarians, Mr. G. Lewis and Mrs J. Colbert- Davies. The Centres are based on both school sites with most resources available to all pupils. Lower School Learning Resources Centre is open from 8.30a.m. – 4.30p.m. including lunch hour. Upper School Learning Resources Centre is open from 8.50a.m. – 4.00p.m. including lunch hour.
Pupils are entitled to borrow up to two books at any one time for a period of two weeks. The Centre also has a small stock of audio visual materials and a Careers Library. Pupils are able to use the Centre computers and can access the internet for research purposes. Centre staff will do everything possible to obtain information for pupils and close links with the County Library Service help to make this possible.
N.B. Parents/carers and pupils are asked to note that they are responsible for books and other materials on loan to them and if any material on loan is lost or damaged then it must be paid for.
SCHOOL GOVERNORS
The school has a Governing Body with 19 Members.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
The County Council provides help for parents/carers in certain income categories. Details can be found in the Information Booklet produced by the County's Education Department. The main grants are for school meals, uniforms, and the Educational Maintenance Allowance for children who continue in school after the statutory leaving date.
Application for these grants must be made on the Particulars of Family Circumstances Form obtainable from the Education Office.
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Bus Passes
Pupils entitled to free school transport are issued with a Bus Pass from B.C.B.C. at the start of the Academic Year. Parents/carers are to apply to B.C.B.C. Education Department directly via their website and will be asked to provide a passport-size photograph of their son/daughter that is then incorporated in the Pass. The Passes are initially provided free, as is one replacement but to deter any 'trade' in them, replacements will cost £5.
School Buses
There are sometimes other problems with the school buses. If students do have difficulties, parents/carers might like to contact the companies directly: We print their telephone numbers below.
Parents/carers are reminded that neither the County nor the school has any responsibility for the 'pay' or service buses. These are provided by the bus companies as private ventures, and any problems must be raised directly with the company concerned.
No members of the teaching staff travel on buses, and discipline is a matter for the company themselves.
Brynteg School Free Buses (2016/2017)
Free Buses provided by Bridgend C.B.C. 642653/54/55
Peyton Travel 661221 Brackla Pencoed Travel 860200 Litchard
Pay Buses. (Contact the company direct.) First Cymru 01639 890516 Wildmill.
INSURANCE: PUPILS
When children are on school premises, the insurance position is exactly the same as if they were at home. In other words, the County does not provide personal accident insurance on Students. A Third Party Public Liability Insurance covers any compensation that might have to be paid for injury or damages caused by the negligence of staff acting on the County Council's behalf. Needless to say, the chances of injury are remote, and everything possible is done to ensure the safety of your child at school.
INSURANCE: PROPERTY
Sometimes valuable equipment (such as a musical instrument) has to be brought into school. This equipment is not covered by any school insurance, and parents/carers might like to check with their insurance companies if these items are covered when not kept at home. It is worth adding this provision to your domestic polices.
29 SCHOOL VISITS
Educational visits are a regular part of school life. Parents/carers are notified of proposed visits by letter. If you wish your child to take part in a visit, you will be asked to return a consent slip to the school. Educational visits are regarded as part of the School Curriculum; therefore the same insurance situations will apply as if the child were on the school premises. The school may decide to take into account a pupil’s behaviour record when determining whether to give consent to go on a school visit.
CHARGING FOR SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
The School accepts the County's policy on charging for school activities, a copy of which can be found on our website.
This means that pupils will not be charged for most School activities that take place in the normal school day. However, certain visits and other happenings cannot occur without finance, and parents/carers may be asked to make a donation towards those costs. If insufficient money is received, it may be necessary to cancel the activity. The important point to remember is that individual students of Brynteg will not be disadvantaged for financial reasons.
HOW PARENTS/CARERS CAN HELP
Close links between home and school are of great importance if the school is to be successful in its aims for the pupils in its care, and if parents/carers are to fulfil their responsibilities towards their children. Parent and Teacher each see the child in a different light, and they have separate contributions to make to the common objective. How can parents/carers best help the school? This is a summary of the more important ways.
1. Please take a keen interest in what your child is doing in school. Talk to them about their activities, look at their books, and praise whenever possible.
2. Please make sure the school is fully informed about any difficulties facing the pupils or your family that may affect your child's performance.
3. In particular the school needs to know about any health problem that may need special consideration.
4. Pupils should be helped to prepare themselves fully for school each morning. Parents/carers can help by checking that the uniform is correct, clean and tidy, and that the day's books, sports kit, art or other equipment is packed.
5. Please make sure that your child leaves in good time to arrive at school punctually.
6. If there is a legitimate reason why the pupil is late or absent, it would help greatly if the school were contacted as soon as possible. Always provide a note to explain any absence.
7. Please co-operate in arranging appointments, shopping expeditions and holidays outside school time and in not condoning unnecessary absence. A casual attitude to attendance leads to a casual attitude to work, and a deteriorating performance in school. It is the parents/carers' responsibility to ensure that the pupil attends school.
8. Please ensure that any items of clothing bought for school fit in with the school uniform. Check with the school if you are in doubt. Pupils will sometimes claim that a particular item is allowed when in
30 fact it will not be accepted. A telephone call to the school could save unnecessary expense. Always send a note if there is a temporary difficulty with uniform.
9. Parents/carers have an important role to play regarding Homework. Why does the school expect pupils to spend time at home on school work? There are a number of very good reasons:
Homework teaches children to work on their own - to be independent and to organise themselves.
Homework allows the pupils to prepare so that they are ready to understand the next lesson more easily.
Homework allows pupils to practise and use what has been explained or learnt in the classroom, so that they can become more skilful.
Homework helps the teacher to know what the pupils have understood so that if necessary the topics may be revised.
Homework gives the teacher time to concentrate in class on anything that needs special skills.
Homework is an opportunity for parents/carers to be directly involved with their child's education.
So how can I help with my child's homework?
Check what work the pupil has been set using Show My Homework, provide space, time and quiet, and insist that the work is completed. Be prepared to assist your children if necessary, e.g. by testing learning work. Homework should not be done in a room with the television on.
If there is a genuine reason why the work can not be completed, please provide a note to the subject teacher.
Homework will be set in plenty of time so that children can organise their work in such a way that they do not have too much on any one night. Details of maximum homework allocation can be found on page 10.
As examination time approaches, pupils may wish to spend more time on independent study; at the ends of term, they may receive fewer set tasks.
How else can I help?
1. Make sure you see the Progress and Annual Reports issued by the school. Discuss them with your son or daughter, praising where possible. If necessary, contact the school to discuss your child's progress.
2. Read the "Brynteg News" Online Newsletter. This is published every fortnight and gives parents/carers information about events, holidays, examinations, staff changes and other matters affecting the school.
3. Always attend Parents’ Evening. There is usually one each year, and parents/carers can then meet the teachers who actually teach their children and discuss progress and areas for improvement.
31 4. Attend the functions of the school such as the Carol Service, Eisteddfod Concert, Dramatic Productions, Concerts, Matches and Musicals. These are an opportunity to see the school outside the confines of the classroom.
5. We ask for your support if it is necessary for the school to write to you about any discipline problem. This affects a small minority of pupils, but it does greatly assist the smooth running of the school if we can rely on your co-operation.
6. The school has a Pupil Health & Wellbeing Officer who will supervise pupils who are taken ill or injured during school hours. Please remember that it is not her job to deal with problems which parents/carers could have referred to a doctor or to casualty the previous day. Parents/carers will wish to be informed of any health problem as soon as possible, and this is one reason why the school must have telephone numbers - enabling us to contact home and work quickly. It is expected that parents/carers will make any arrangements necessary to transport pupils to home, surgery or hospital.
7. Always contact the school if you or your child have a problem, or if for any other reason you wish to talk to the school. We place a high priority on building partnerships with parents/carers, however and are happy to meet with parents/carers on any issues. It is recommended that an appointment is made before coming to the school to avoid a long wait in reception. There are ample car parking facilities in front of the Lower School and at the back of the Upper School. Visitors are asked to enter by the main door, and to follow the "Reception" signs. The Office Staff of the Lower School and the Upper School, or any of the clerical staff, will be pleased to direct you to the correct office.
BASIC EQUIPMENT
Parents/carers are invited to provide the following items for their children:-
1. A bag suitable for carrying school books and sports kit. 2. Pens (blue and red), pencils and coloured pencils. 3. A 30 cm ruler. 4. A ‘rough’ book for notes. 5. Basic geometry equipment. 6. A basic calculator. (From Year 9, pupils will need a scientific calculator). 7. An Art/Graphical Communications Folder. (Details of how this may be obtained will be given to pupils in September)
SCHOOL UNIFORM
The School’s Uniform is specified by the Headmaster and approved by the governors. All pupils are expected to wear the uniform when in school. If for any temporary reason this is not possible, a letter of explanation must be brought to the Form Tutor. Please note that persistent offenders may not be allowed to attend normal lessons and will work separately under the supervision of senior staff. They are also likely to have certain school privileges removed. They may, for example, be excluded from attending sporting events or school trips. Pupils who defy instructions from senior staff may be placed in the school unit or excluded from school.
32 Girls' Uniform
Skirt Plain mid/dark-grey – sensible knee length Trousers Plain mid/dark-grey, straight cut (no turn-ups, no black or flared) with a navy, black or grey belt if needed. Shirt Plain white shirt/blouse Jumper Plain navy v necked with school badge. Sweatshirts are not acceptable. Cardigan Navy badged cardigan purchased from school suppliers only. Ties Lower School – Broad stripes. Upper School – Narrow stripes. Clip on ties preferred. Socks Dark grey or grey tights. During Summer Term white ankle socks. Grey or black socks to be worn with trousers. Shoes Black sensible shoes (not trainers nor any type of boots).
Boys’ Uniform
Trousers Mid/dark grey, straight (not tight, short or jean-type material). Shirt Plain white shirt. Jumper Plain navy v-necked with school badge. Sweatshirts not acceptable. Ties Lower School – Broad Stripes. Upper School – Narrow Stripes. Clip on ties preferred. Socks Dark grey or black. Shoes Black shoes (not trainers nor any type of boots).
Blazers will be compulsory items of school uniform as of September 2017. Further details will be provided in due course.
Boys and Girls Outdoor Garments
Scarf/Gloves/Hats - Plain navy, black or grey. No football scarves. No baseball caps except plain dark caps approved on hot Summer days. Outer Coats Plain black, dark sensible coat preferably waterproof.
Gilets/bodywarmers, denim, hoodies, leather jackets, sweatshirts or tracksuit tops are not allowed, nor are garments with any large lettering, obtrusive logos or illustrations. An umbrella is a useful piece of school equipment at Brynteg.
Summer Term Only – Boys and Girls Polo Shirt Sky blue polo shirt for years 7, 8 and 9, Navy polo shirt for years 10 and 11, with the Brynteg School Badge. No “extra” T-shirts underneath.
Bags Bags, satchels or rucksacks must be functional and suitable for school use. Handbags are not acceptable
Hairstyles should be sensible in one natural colour. Shaved areas or shaved blocks are not allowed. Hairsprays, gel and wax can be dangerous and are forbidden. Any hair accessories should be plain. No brightly coloured bands or other accessories are allowed.
33 Make-up and nail varnish are not allowed and must be removed. Jewellery The only jewellery permitted is a watch. No other jewellery is permitted. Bangles, bracelets, and all other unauthorised jewellery will be confiscated.
Piercings and tattoos Face piercings and visible tattoos are not acceptable.
Mobile devices We understand parental concerns about health and safety of our pupils although the school offices should be the first point of contact for any emergency request for contact. However, mobile phones must be kept switched off in their bags in the school day and must only be used in emergency and with the expressed permission of staff. If they are used for any other reason, the phone will be taken from them and parents will have to collect the phone at the end of the day. MP3 players and other similar equipment are not allowed.
Sports Kit - Girls
Navy shorts and track suit bottoms. Navy Skirt/Skort for hockey and netball White polo shirt Navy round necked sweatshirt/tracksuit top (no hoods) (for outdoor activities) Trainers Swimming costume Towel Navy track suit (optional) for winter Navy waterproof jacket (optional) games Games socks – blue with yellow tops (optional)
It must be stressed that no jewellery is to be worn while taking part in sports and hair must be tied back. All kit must be labelled.
Sports Kit - Boys
Reversible games shirt (blue and yellow) Games socks - blue with yellow tops Black shorts White polo shirt Athletic vest in school colours (optional) for summer Navy track suit (optional) Navy waterproof jacket (optional) Trainers Games boots Swimming trunks Towel
All G.C.S.E. P.E. students are expected to wear a G.C.S.E. polo shirt. Most of the above items are available with the school badge.
* Pupils are reminded not to leave valuables unattended in any changing area. The P.E. department cannot be held responsible for items which are not locked away during lessons. Each P.E. office has a safe deposit box used for storing valuables.
If a pupil needs to be excused from a PE lesson for medical reasons they are required to bring in a letter from a parent/carer and hand it into their teacher at the start of the lesson. Excused
34 pupils are still expected to bring their PE kit and change with the rest of the class as elements of the lesson can be adapted, when appropriate, to involve them as much as possible. It also allows them to adopt other roles, such as a coach or official and means they have dry clothes to change into if it starts raining in an outdoor lesson.
If excused pupils fail to bring their kit they will be expected to borrow from the PE department and given a kit mark. The only time when this wouldn’t apply is in extenuating circumstances, for example, if a pupil has broken their leg or their arm, and it is not feasible for them to change.
N.B. The school asks parents/carers to ensure that any school clothes purchased conform to these minimum requirements, and in particular, are sensible, plain and without insignia. If they are in any doubt about the suitability of uniform, haircuts etc it is advisable to ask the school to save unnecessary expense and behavioural sanction consequences.
Every effort has been made to give parents a wide choice of supplier by not specifying particular designs or shops. Uniform may be bought locally from local stores. Further information on school clothing for new pupils is contained in the Pupil Guide. In cases of special need, there is a uniform allowance granted by the Education Authority, payable in the form of vouchers to be spent at Euroschools or providers of your choice. All garments should be marked - preferably with name tapes.
N.B. Items of school clothing are not covered by any school or county insurance policies.
The school is on two main sites and pupils often have to move from one site to another. This walk takes up to five minutes. When it is raining, windy and cold, the path can be very exposed. Therefore pupils should be well prepared for such weather and wear proper, sensible, rainproof coats, giving good cover and warmth.
THE SIXTH FORM UNIFORM
The Sixth Form also adhere to the school uniform policy.
The uniform comprises of a badged black jumper, black trousers or skirt and a sixth form tie. A black badged polo shirt is an alternative for summer use. All other aspects of the uniform are as expected from all pupils.
35 COMMENTS FROM OUR LAST INSPECTION
Brynteg has had full inspections in 1993, 1998, 2003 and most recently in September 2009. The summary report and the full report are available from the school office and the full report can be downloaded from the ESTYN website www.estyn.gov.uk. The school was awarded a grade 1 on three of the seven questions, which concerned the quality and effectiveness of teaching, the care and support provided to pupils, and the management of resources. The school was graded 2 on the other 4 questions. The inspection was a standard one, which includes a more detailed look at six subjects selected at random. The subjects were English, RE, PE, Music, Art and Design & Technology. Included in the report is the school’s response, which is reprinted below.
The school is pleased with the report and in particular with the very positive comments on the quality of teaching, which was described as outstanding. The team observed 157 lessons and the finding that 88% of the lessons were graded 1 and 2 is a recognition of the work done throughout the school to make our teaching innovative, up to date and of a consistently high standard. We accept the finding that the quality of teaching has not yet fully impacted on standards of achievement, particularly at KS4. The advice offered by the team will be acted upon to ensure that the significant, but so far not validated, improvement made between 2008 and 2009 is consolidated.
We have worked hard to establish Brynteg as a school which looks after all of its pupils and the statement that “the school provides care, support and guidance of exceptional quality” is for us one of the key findings. The comments about the exemplary behaviour of our pupils and the description of our efforts to eliminate harassment and bullying as “outstanding” are a recognition of the efforts of the whole school community over many years.
The staff and governors appreciated the professionalism, thoroughness and fairness of the inspection team under the leadership of Mr Gwyn Thomas, the Registered Inspector. The recommendations they have made will be included in the school’s improvement plan and all of us will work together to raise our standards and performance to even higher levels.
The inspection team made the following recommendations.
In order to achieve its objectives, the school should focus on the following priorities.
*R1. Continue to raise pupils’ academic standards in KS4, including standards in English,design and technology and music .
*R2. Work with the Unitary Authority to improve the quality of outside sports facilities and sixth- form accommodation.
R3. Review the work-related programme and extend opportunities for all learners in all key stages.
*R4. Develop the links between members of the governing body and departments to improve their monitoring role.
*R5. Raise the standards of learners’ bilingual skills by substantially increasing the range of opportunities to all learners to develop and use their bilingual skills consistently throughout the school. 36
*R6. Ensure greater consistency and accountability in the school’s monitoring processes.
* The inspection team recognises that the school development plan addresses several of these recommendations.
An Action Plan was written to address each of the recommendations. We have made very good progress in addressing each recommendation. Progress in relation to each is reported to the Governing Body during termly meetings and the Annual Meeting.
NO SMOKING POLICY
In line with government policy, Brynteg School has a No Smoking Policy.
DATA PROTECTION ACT
Information about all students is held on computer files at the school. Much of this data is about classes, choice of subjects, marks/grades, and school reports. We also hold essential personal information such as addresses, names of parents/carers, special health needs, and so on. Obviously the school takes every measure to ensure that the information it holds is treated as confidential. This information is mainly used for educational purposes: it might be disclosed to the Local Authority and its representatives, to Health professionals and organisations, and to Careers advisers.
The school is registered under the Data Protection Act: parents/carers are welcome to examine our Registration Document if they wish.
ALTERATIONS
The information contained in this booklet relates to the period September 2016 to July 2017. It is correct at the time of printing, but changes may be made before the start of, or during that year, or in subsequent years.
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APPENDIX A
TERMS AND HOLIDAY DATES FOR THE 2016/2017 ACADEMIC YEAR
HALF TERM TERM TERM TERM BEGINS ENDS BEGINS ENDS
AUTUMN TERM 01.09.16 24.10.16 28.10.16 16.12.16 (Pupils 05.09.16)
SPRING TERM 03.01.17 20.02.17 24.02.17 07.04.17
SUMMER TERM 24.04.17 29.05.17 02.06.17 21.07.17
Schools will be closed all day on Monday 1st May 2017.
Inset days will be notified to parents/carers in July 2016.
SESSION TIMES
8.45 - 8.50 Registration 8.50 - 9.05 Assembly or Tutorial Period 9.05 - 10.05 Period 1 10.10 - 11.10 Period 2 11.10 - 11.30 Break 11.30 - 12.30 Period 3 12.35 - 13.35 Period 4 13.35 - 14.20 Lunch 14.20 - 15.20 Period 5
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ATTENDANCE DATA
In September 2013 Brynteg launched a new ‘Miss School - Miss Out’ campaign to further improve the high standards in attendance we have set over recent years. We would like to remind all parents of the importance of school attendance and our commitment to student achievement. There is clear evidence of the relationship between high attendance and high achievement in all year groups. Some examples are shown overleaf.
Our minimum target for your child is 95%+ attendance this year
You can help us achieve this by:
Not taking holidays during term time. From September 2013, no holiday request will be authorised for any pupil during term time. Ensuring that your son/daughter attends registration on time and every day. Providing your son/daughter with a letter or medical appointment card to explain why he/she is late for school. Contacting the school on the first day if your son/daughter is absent from school and providing a letter of explanation on his/her return.
As a school we will monitor attendance as per the colour coded attendance zones detailed below. You may be surprised by the implications of the following table:
Attendance Time missed during an academic year Lessons missed Attendance Zone 95%+ Up to 2 weeks Up to 50 lessons GREEN 92% 3 weeks 75 lessons AMBER 90% 4 weeks 100 lessons RED 80% More than 7 weeks Up to 190 lessons RED
As usual, you will be informed on a regular basis of your child’s current attendance. In addition, as of September 2013, each student’s attendance zone will be displayed alphabetically on Year Group Attendance noticeboards and will be linked to regular appropriate rewards.
The rewards for good attendance are clear. Students are more likely to enjoy school, achieve better results and often get better jobs / training opportunities.
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Please help us to make sure your child gets the best from their education.
The Welsh Government (WG) collects attendance statistics for the first two and a half terms of each school year – September to the May half term. These are for Years 7 to 11. Figures for the second half of the summer term are distorted by examination arrangements for Year 11.
Attendance for 2014 - 2015
The overall attendance figure for Brynteg for 2014-2015 was 94.4%.
The school’s figure for unauthorised absence was 1.1%.
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APPENDIX C
KEY STAGE 3 ASSESSMENT 2015
Up until May 2005 all of our Year 9 pupils took national tests in English , Maths and Science. They were also assessed by their teachers. The results showed that Brynteg was consistently in the top 25% of schools in Wales.
The Welsh Assembly Government decided to stop the formal tests and replace them with teacher assessments, with the standards in each school moderated by experienced assessors.
A comparison with other schools shows that last year our scores are mostly above the Wales and Bridgend averages for pupils achieving Level 5+.
English Maths Science Core – all 3 Brynteg 94.3% 94.6% 98.1% 90.4% Bridgend LA 88.6% 87.8% 91.7% 84.3% Wales 87.9% 88.7% 91.8% 83.9%
41 SUMMARY OF SCHOOL’S EXTERNAL EXAMINATIONS APPENDIX D
GCSE
#Entries A* A B C D E F G U X A*-A A*-C A*-G English Lang 285 14 40 72 80 43 15 12 6 3 0 18.95% 72.28% 98.95% English Literature 277 9 33 74 90 39 14 8 6 4 0 15.16% 74.37% 98.56% Mathematics 284 27 44 37 106 26 11 10 10 0 13 25.00% 75.35% 95.42% Additional Maths 63 0 21 9 16 0 0 0 0 17 0 33.33% 73.02% 73.02% Core Science 154 3 11 28 55 22 6 10 11 0 8 9.09% 62.99% 94.81% Additional Science 125 7 14 33 42 21 8 0 0 0 0 16.80% 76.80% 100% Biology 68 10 18 23 14 3 0 0 0 0 0 41.18% 95.59% 100% Chemistry 68 11 21 21 14 0 1 0 0 0 0 47.06% 98.53% 100% Physics 68 16 13 17 19 2 1 0 0 0 0 42.65% 95.59% 100% Art & Design 79 9 11 30 18 8 3 0 0 0 0 25.32% 86.08% 100% Business Studies 67 4 12 16 20 12 3 0 0 0 0 23.88% 77.61% 100% Catering 32 1 2 5 9 6 2 6 0 1 0 9.38% 53.13% 96.88% Computing 18 0 1 6 5 5 0 0 0 1 0 5.56% 66.67% 94.44% CIDA 26 2 4 11 7 0 0 0 0 2 0 23.08% 92.31% 92.31% Drama 25 0 0 4 9 10 1 1 0 0 0 0.00% 52.00% 100% Electronics 21 0 5 8 5 0 1 1 1 0 0 23.81% 85.71% 100% French 43 7 8 4 6 11 7 0 0 0 0 34.88% 58.14% 100% Geography 81 5 8 19 24 17 5 2 0 1 0 16.05% 69.14% 98.77% German 27 1 1 6 4 11 0 3 1 0 0 7.41% 44.44% 100% Graphics 43 3 8 11 13 7 0 1 0 0 0 25.58% 81.40% 100% Health & Social Care Sgl 25 1 5 3 8 3 2 2 1 0 0 24.00% 68.00% 100% Health & Social Care Dbl (1) 21 0 2 4 5 3 2 3 0 2 0 9.52% 52.38% 90.48% Health & Social Care Dbl (2) 23 0 2 4 5 4 2 3 1 2 0 8.70% 47.83% 91.30% History 89 6 18 24 17 13 4 5 1 1 0 26.97% 73.03% 98.88% ICT 31 2 6 7 6 8 0 1 1 0 0 25.81% 67.74% 100% Media Studies 29 0 3 5 13 5 3 0 0 0 0 10.34% 72.41% 100% Music 27 0 4 10 5 2 4 1 1 0 0 14.81% 70.37% 100% PE 24 7 8 4 3 2 0 0 0 0 0 62.50% 91.67% 100% Product Design 44 5 12 16 6 4 1 0 0 0 0 38.64% 88.64% 100% Religious Studies 260 23 43 81 54 29 11 9 7 3 0 25.38% 77.31% 98.85% Sociology 70 1 9 14 22 12 7 5 0 0 0 14.29% 65.71% 100% Textiles 7 0 1 1 3 1 1 0 0 0 0 14.29% 71.43% 100% Welsh FC 55 8 13 16 13 4 1 0 0 0 0 38.18% 90.91% 100% BTEC Science Cert 25 0 0 11 14 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.00% 100% 100% BTEC Science Ext Cert 94 0 0 24 70 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.00% 100% 100% BTEC Performing Arts 14 0 0 2 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.00% 100% 100% BTEC CCLD 72 18 0 8 46 0 0 0 0 0 0 25.00% 100% 100% BTEC Engineering Cert 2 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.00% 100% 100% BTEC Engineering Ext Cert 38 0 0 6 28 0 0 0 0 4 0 0.00% 89.47% 89.47% BTEC Engineering Diploma 52 24 0 4 12 12 0 0 0 0 0 46.15% 76.92% 100% BTEC Pub Serv Cert 4 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.00% 100% 100% BTEC Pub Serv ExtCert 8 0 0 0 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.00% 100% 100% BTEC Sport Diploma 68 22 2 20 24 0 0 0 0 0 0 35.29% 100% 100% BTEC Sport Certificate 12 0 0 1 11 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.00% 100% 100%
Total 2948 246 403 699 947 345 116 83 47 41 21 Cumulative Totals 649 1348 2295 2640 2756 2839 2886 2927 2948 Percentage of Entries 22.01% 45.73% 77.85% 89.55% 93.49% 96.30% 97.90% 99.29% 100.00%
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A LEVEL
A* A B C D E U X # Entries A*/A A*-C A*-E Applied ICT Sgl 0 2 8 7 7 3 0 0 27 7.41% 62.96% 100.00% Art & Design 2 1 9 2 2 1 0 0 17 17.65% 82.35% 100.00% Art Textiles 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0.00% 100.00% 100.00% Biology 2 3 9 7 9 2 2 0 34 14.71% 61.76% 94.12% Business Studies 1 2 7 4 2 0 0 0 16 18.75% 87.50% 100.00% Chemistry 0 5 4 5 2 1 1 0 18 27.78% 77.78% 94.44% Computing 0 1 0 2 3 0 0 0 6 16.67% 50.00% 100.00% Design & Tech 0 1 1 3 2 0 1 0 8 12.50% 62.50% 87.50% Drama Theatre 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 0 5 0.00% 100.00% 100.00% Economics 0 1 0 2 2 0 0 0 5 20.00% 60.00% 100.00% Electronics 1 2 0 3 2 0 1 0 9 33.33% 66.67% 88.89% English Lang Lit 1 1 11 2 7 0 0 0 22 9.09% 68.18% 100.00% English Lit 0 3 9 5 6 0 1 0 24 12.50% 70.83% 95.83% Geography 0 3 9 5 4 1 2 0 24 12.50% 70.83% 91.67% Govt Politics 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 2 0.00% 0.00% 50.00% Health & Social 0 1 1 1 4 4 0 0 11 9.09% 27.27% 100.00% History 0 2 14 4 0 0 0 0 20 10.00% 100.00% 100.00% Mathematics 3 10 10 7 3 3 1 0 37 35.14% 81.08% 97.30% Media Studies 0 2 7 8 2 1 0 0 20 10.00% 85.00% 100.00% Music 0 0 2 3 0 0 0 0 5 0.00% 100.00% 100.00% PE 1 0 2 5 3 1 0 0 12 8.33% 66.67% 100.00% Photography 0 0 7 3 3 0 0 0 13 0.00% 76.92% 100.00% Physics 0 0 3 4 2 1 0 0 10 0.00% 70.00% 100.00% Psychology 4 1 4 5 1 5 1 0 21 23.81% 66.67% 95.24% RS 1 15 26 19 6 1 0 0 68 23.53% 89.71% 100.00% Sociology 0 4 5 6 6 2 1 0 24 16.67% 62.50% 95.83% Textiles 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 3 33.33% 66.67% 100.00% Welsh 0 0 3 1 0 0 0 0 4 0.00% 100.00% 100.00% Total 16 61 154 117 79 27 12 0 466 Cumulative Totals 77 231 348 427 454 466 Percentage of Entries 16.52% 49.57% 74.68% 91.63% 97.42% 100.00%
A*/S A B C D E U X Welsh Bacc Diploma 12 Welsh Bacc Core 6 8 0 0 0 0 0 0
D1 D2 DD DM MM MP PP U BTEC Level 3 Mec Eg 4 3 3 1 2 0 0 1 BTEC Level 3 Diploma Sport 0 0 2 2 1 4 5 1
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Brynteg School SSSP 2015 Summary of School Performance (1) LA/School No. 672 / 4078
Pupils aged 15
Number of pupils aged 15 who were on roll in January 2015 : 287
Percentage of pupils aged 15 who:
achieved the Level 2 threshold Average Average entered at achieved the achieved the including a GCSE pass in Core Subject capped (3) w ider points least one Level 1 Level 2 English or Welsh first language Indicator (2) w ider points score per qualification threshold threshold and mathematics score per pupil pupil
School 2014/15 100 97 92 69 67 363 609
LA Area 2014/15 100 95 84 60 59 343 528
Wales 2014/15 99 94 84 58 55 343 531
School 13/14/15 100 96 86 66 64 354 546
School 12/13/14 100 96 81 62 60 345 507
Number of boys aged 15 who were on roll in January 2015 : 152
Percentage of boys aged 15 who:
achieved the Level 2 threshold Average Average entered at achieved the achieved the including a GCSE pass in Core Subject capped (3) w ider points least one Level 1 Level 2 English or Welsh first language Indicator (2) w ider points score per qualification threshold threshold and mathematics score per pupil pupil
School 2014/15 100 97 89 63 62 352 580
LA Area 2014/15 100 94 81 57 55 333 511
Wales 2014/15 99 93 81 54 52 332 507
School 13/14/15 100 97 84 62 60 346 532
School 12/13/14 100 96 79 59 58 339 498
Number of girls aged 15 who were on roll in January 2015 : 135
Percentage of girls aged 15 who:
achieved the Level 2 threshold Average Average entered at achieved the achieved the including a GCSE pass in Core Subject capped (3) w ider points least one Level 1 Level 2 English or Welsh first language Indicator (2) w ider points score per qualification threshold threshold and mathematics score per pupil pupil
School 2014/15 100 97 96 75 72 376 642
LA Area 2014/15 100 97 86 63 62 355 546
Wales 2014/15 99 96 88 62 58 355 556
School 13/14/15 100 96 89 70 68 362 562
School 12/13/14 100 95 84 64 63 351 516
(1) For details on approved qualifications, point scores and contribution to thresholds, please see the Database for Approved Qualifications in Wales (DAQW) at http://w w w .daqw .org.uk/ (2) For information about w hich syllabuses are included in each subject area see Notes for Guidance. (3) Average capped w ider point scores are calculated using the best 8 results. (4) Entry Level Qualification. (5) Used for all Free School Meal benchmarking tables. This indicator is only show n for mainstream secondary schools. (6) Note that the denominator for this indicator is the number of 15 year olds w ho entered Welsh First Language, rather than the total number of 15 year olds. .. Data not available.
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Brynteg School SSSP 2015 Summary of School Performance (1) LA/School No. 672 / 4078
Pupils aged 15
Number of pupils aged 15 who were on roll in January 2015 : 287
Percentage of pupils aged 15 who:
achieved an A*-C Grade in : Average Points per pupil in : English / English / English Welsh (6) Maths Science Maths Science Welsh Welsh School 2014/15 77 77 0 76 90 41 40 49 LA Area 2014/15 72 72 79 66 89 39 37 44 Wales 2014/15 70 69 75 64 84 39 37 48 School 13/14/15 75 75 0 72 86 41 39 45 School 12/13/14 75 75 0 68 80 41 38 42
Number of boys aged 15 who were on roll in January 2015 : 152
Percentage of boys aged 15 who:
achieved an A*-C Grade in : Average Points per pupil in : English / English / English Welsh (6) Maths Science Maths Science Welsh Welsh School 2014/15 68 68 0 75 90 39 39 50 LA Area 2014/15 64 64 70 66 87 37 36 44 Wales 2014/15 62 60 66 64 83 37 37 47 School 13/14/15 67 67 0 73 85 39 39 45 School 12/13/14 69 69 0 69 78 40 39 42
Number of girls aged 15 who were on roll in January 2015 : 135
Percentage of girls aged 15 who:
achieved an A*-C Grade in : Average Points per pupil in : English / English / English Welsh (6) Maths Science Maths Science Welsh Welsh School 2014/15 87 87 0 76 90 44 41 47 LA Area 2014/15 80 80 86 66 92 42 37 45 Wales 2014/15 78 77 84 64 85 42 37 49 School 13/14/15 83 83 0 71 88 43 39 45 School 12/13/14 81 81 0 66 81 43 38 43
(1) For details on approved qualifications, point scores and contribution to thresholds, please see the Database for Approved Qualifications in Wales (DAQW) at http://w w w .daqw .org.uk/ (2) For information about w hich syllabuses are included in each subject area see Notes for Guidance. (3) Average capped w ider point scores are calculated using the best 8 results. (4) Entry Level Qualification. (5) Used for all Free School Meal benchmarking tables. This indicator is only show n for mainstream secondary schools. (6) Note that the denominator for this indicator is the number of 15 year olds w ho entered Welsh First Language, rather than the total number of 15 year olds. .. Data not available.
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Brynteg School SSSP 2015 Summary of School Performance (1) LA/School No. 672 / 4078
Pupils aged 15
Percentage of pupils aged 15 Percentage of boys aged 15 Percentage of girls aged 15 who: who: who:
achieved no achieved no achieved no achieved one or achieved one or achieved one or recognised recognised recognised more ELQ (4) only more ELQ (4) only more ELQ (4) only qualification qualification qualification
School 2014/15 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0
LA Area 2014/15 1 0.4 2 0.7 1 0.1
Wales 2014/15 1 1.2 1 1.5 0 0.9
School 13/14/15 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0
School 12/13/14 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0
Pupils aged 17
Number of pupils aged 17 Number of boys aged 17 Number of girls aged 17 who were on roll in who were on roll in who were on roll in January 2015: 195 January 2015: 93 January 2015: 102
Percentage of 17 Percentage of 17 Percentage of 17 year old pupils year old pupils year old pupils entering a volume Average w ider entering a volume Average w ider entering a volume Average w ider equivalent to 2 A points score for equivalent to 2 A points score for equivalent to 2 A points score for levels w ho pupils aged 17 levels w ho pupils aged 17 levels w ho pupils aged 17 achieved the Level achieved the Level achieved the Level 3 threshold 3 threshold 3 threshold
School 2014/15 99 679 98 647 100 709
LA Area 2014/15 98 777 97 714 98 829
Wales 2014/15 97 800 96 747 98 846
School 13/14/15 96 724 95 697 96 750
School 12/13/14 95 737 95 704 96 769
(1) For details on approved qualifications, point scores and contribution to thresholds, please see the Database for Approved Qualifications in Wales (DAQW) at http://w w w .daqw .org.uk/ (2) For information about w hich syllabuses are included in each subject area see Notes for Guidance. (3) Average capped w ider point scores are calculated using the best 8 GCSE results or the vocational equivalent. (4) Entry Level Qualification. (5) Used for all Free School Meal benchmarking tables. This indicator is only show n for mainstream secondary schools. (6) Note that the denominator for this indicator is the number of 15 year olds w ho entered Welsh First Language, rather than the total number of 15 year olds. .. Data not available.
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Brynteg School SSSP 2015 School Type: Comprehensive 11-18 LA/School No. 672 / 4078 Linguistic Delivery: English medium
Number of SEN Unit/Special Classes 2015: 0
Number of Pupils on Roll in NCY 11 2015: 289
Percentage of compulsory school age pupils eligible for FSM 13/14/15 (5) : 14.1
Percentage of 15 year old pupils on SEN register 2015 : 14.6
Welsh Baccalaureate Offered: Yes
Level of Welsh Baccalaureate Offered:
Advanced for Intermediate for Foundation for Intermediate for Foundation for post-16 pupils post-16 pupils post-16 pupils pre-16 pupils pre-16 pupils
Yes No No Yes No
(1) For details on approved qualifications, point scores and contribution to thresholds, please see the Database for Approved Qualifications in Wales (DAQW) at http://w w w .daqw .org.uk/ (2) For information about w hich syllabuses are included in each subject area see Notes for Guidance. (3) Average capped w ider point scores are calculated using the best 8 GCSE results or the vocational equivalent. (4) Entry Level Qualification. (5) Used for all Free School Meal benchmarking tables. This indicator is only show n for mainstream secondary schools. (6) Note that the denominator for this indicator is the number of 15 year olds w ho entered Welsh First Language, rather than the total number of 15 year olds. .. Data not available.
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