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If your child is due to transfer to a secondary school in September 2013 you need to apply for a school place for them.

Use this space to record your username, Why apply online? password and reference number that you • it speeds up the admission process have used to make your application and makes it easier • there is no risk that the application will get Username lost in the post • you can see the result of your application rather than wait for a letter to arrive • you can change your application as many Password times as you like before the closing date • the online system is available 24 hours a day seven days a week up to the closing date of 31 October 2012. After you have submitted your online application, make a note of your application reference number A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013 3

Message from Councillor Andrew Harper Barnet is very proud of We know that the secondary school application process can seem daunting and schools and the the diversity of its schools, council together work hard to make the process as all of which provide smooth as possible. The admissions system is co-ordinated across the whole of the London area an excellent education. and is operated by all 33 London boroughs. This Pupils educated in our booklet explains that co-ordinated secondary transfer process in detail and also provides information about borough achieve some all the secondary schools in Barnet. of the best examination It is important that you read the booklet carefully results in the country, and look closely at each school’s admissions criteria in order to make the right choice for your child. both at GCSE and A level. All Barnet schools have open evenings arranged when At the same time, local you will be able to meet staff and pupils. You will find a schools provide a wide list of dates and times on page 16 of this booklet. range of sporting, musical I hope that your child will enjoy his or her time at secondary school and I am sure the education and other activities that children receive in Barnet will give them the skills, give children a rich knowledge and qualifications to help them succeed and broad education. in their future lives. Councillor Andrew Harper Cabinet Member for Education, Children and Families 4 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

Contents

Message Further information 65 from Councillor Andrew Harper 3 Glossary 68 About this booklet 6 Secondary schools Secondary transfer timetable 7 in other local authorities 69

Co-ordinated admissions 7 Other useful contact details 72

Choosing a school 8 Travelling to school 73

Completing your application Choice Advice Service 74 form 10 FYI 74 Open evening dates 16

Open evening information 17

Barnet Schools 19

Secondary schools and academies in Barnet 21 Ashmole Academy 22 Bishop Douglass School 24 Christ’s College, Finchley 26 The Compton School 28 Copthall School 30 East Barnet School 32 Finchley Catholic High School 34 Friern Barnet School 36 Hasmonean High School 38 Hendon School 40 The Henrietta Barnett School 42 JCoSS (Jewish Community Secondary School) 44 London Academy 46 Mill Hill High School 48 Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet 50 Queen Elizabeth’s Girls’ School 52 St James’ Catholic High School 54 St Michael’s Catholic Grammar School 56 The Totteridge Academy 58 Whitefield School 60 Wren Academy 62 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013 5 6 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

About this booklet This booklet will help you understand the admissions process when your child transfers to secondary school in 2013.

In this booklet we explain: When does my child transfer • how to choose a school to secondary school? • how to fill in the application form • children born between 1 September 2001 and 31 August 2002 will transfer to secondary school • how school places are allocated in 2013 • what happens if we cannot offer your child a place • if your child has a Statement of Special at a school you have chosen. Educational Needs, the arrangements for your In this booklet you will also find: child’s transfer will be different and these will be • the secondary transfer timetable explained to you by the SEN Performance Team. You can call them on: 020 8359 7732 • descriptions of all the secondary schools and academies in Barnet • a schedule of open evenings.

There is also information about: • in-year admissions • fair access protocol • placing children outside their correct year group • post-16 education • school meals • help with travel costs • school uniform. A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013 7

Secondary transfer timetable

Date What happens?

Online application system opens

Barnet primary schools give out transfer information Week beginning 1 September 2012 to Barnet residents

Admissions Team to send out information to other Barnet parents

28 June – 10 October 2012 Visit schools (see page 16 for open evening/day details)

19 October 2012 Preferred date for return of applications

Supplementary Information Forms to be returned to voluntary aided 19 October 2012 and foundation schools and academies

31 October 2012 Closing date for applications

1 March 2013 Offer letters posted to parents

15 March 2013 Acceptance deadline

March – September 2013 Further offers from waiting lists

May – July 2013 Appeal hearings for schools Co-ordinated admissions Each year, approximately 78,000 pupils living in London transfer to secondary schools.

All London boroughs work together on the secondary How the scheme works transfer process and this is known as the Pan-London As part of the scheme: co-ordinated admissions scheme. • parents can apply for up to six schools on one Common Application Form (CAF) • the CAF is provided by the local authority where you live • a computerised system is used to exchange information about Barnet residents applying for schools outside the borough, and equally other boroughs can tell us about their residents wishing to apply to Barnet schools • if a school is oversubscribed, its published admissions criteria is used to decide who should be offered a place • the scheme makes sure that no child is offered more than one school place • your home local authority will post you the result of your application on 1 March 2013. 8 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

Choosing a school Before you make your application:

Read the Visit the information schools that in this booklet interest you...

...go to the open evenings and talk to the teachers

find out what they want Talk to your child ...look at exam results and Ofsted reports

Consider how your child will get to school... Think about how realistic your choice is

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available from the school

Read the school prospectus...

Talk to the Admissions Team...

we can give you advice and answer your questions

Do your research...

Don’t listen to gossip...

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Completing your application form When you have decided which schools you want to apply for, you are ready to fill out your Common Application Form (CAF).

If you live in Barnet you must apply using a Barnet CAF, where possible online. You can list up to six schools on your form, including schools outside Applying online the borough. From 1 September 2012 you can apply for a Year 7 If you live outside Barnet, you can still apply for Barnet school place online. Applying online is a simple schools but you must submit your application to the and quick way to submit your application. council where you live. You can access www.eadmissions.org.uk As well as completing the CAF, all voluntary aided • at home (faith) schools and some foundation schools • at work and academies also require parents to fill in a Supplementary Information Form (SIF) to provide • at an internet cafe additional information, such as a reference from your • at a library. priest/minister or information needed in order You will have the added benefit of: to arrange aptitude tests. Jewish voluntary aided schools may require you to provide a Certificate • being able to change your application as many of Religious Practice (CRP). SIFs and CRPs are times as you like before the closing date available directly from the school. Please remember • being able to attach supporting documents an application is not valid unless a CAF has also been • using a secure system completed and the school is named on it. • it being available 24 hours a day, seven Please do not complete more than one application days a week up until the closing date of (paper or electronic), we will only accept the most 31 October 2012 recent one. • the system helping you by checking for errors • not needing to wait for the post to find out the result of your application.

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The following information will help you If you have moved from one rented property to complete your application to another, we will need to see all of the following: • copy of termination of tenancy agreement on the Your child’s address previous property The child’s address must be the child’s permanent • closing utility account for the previous property address and cannot be a childminder’s or business • copy of tenancy agreement on the current address. It should be the same address given to us property by your child’s primary school. We will not accept applications from parents who reside overseas • proof of payment of rent to the landlord on in advance of a planned move to Barnet, except a regular basis in the case of UK service personnel or other • registration of Council Tax for the current property Crown Servants. • two utility bills for the current property

Proof of address* • if you are not liable for Council Tax or utilities you will need to provide official evidence that you are If your child does not attend a Barnet primary school, resident at that address (for example, child benefit you will need to send us proof of your address letter, tax credit documentation, driving license, (photocopies please). This should be: child’s medical card). • a child benefit letter or tax credit documentation, and Where you are moving between two properties that you own, you will need to supply proof of Council Tax • a copy of this year’s Council Tax bill. for your residence and documentation detailing the If your address has changed in the last two years, use of the other property. we may ask you for further proof that your current If your circumstances differ from these situations, address is your permanent home address. contact the Admissions Team to discuss your Change of address** individual situation on 020 8359 7651. If your address changes between now and September If this information cannot be provided, the 2013 you must notify the Admissions Team. We will council won’t be able to accept the new address require proof of change of address from you. and will continue to use the original address provided and confirmed by the primary school. The type of additional evidence you will need to provide will vary depending on your circumstances. Where there is a change of address during the secondary transfer process, the change must have If you have sold one property and purchased another, occurred by 14 December 2012 and the appropriate we will need to see all of the following: proof provided to the Admissions Team in order for • evidence of completion on the property sold the change to be considered in the initial allocation of • evidence of completion on the property purchased school places.

• closing utiltiy account for the property sold If you are offered a place at a school under a • registration for Council Tax on the geographical criterion based on the address where property purchased you are living at the time of application, but you then move outside the school’s allocation area before • a utility bill for the property purchased. the child is due to start at the school, the place will be withdrawn.

* We reserve the right to request confirmation of any address if we feel it is appropriate. We will also refer to any publicly available information, such as the electoral roll, where this is relevant. ** Changes of address can only be accepted once they have taken place 12 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

Parents who live separately Changing your preferences When parents live separately, the application must Please note if you want to make changes to your list be based on the address at which the child usually of schools: lives and from which s/he attends primary school. • you can change your preferences any time up until When parents live separately but the child lives with 31 October 2012 both parents at different addresses, the child’s home • you must put your request in writing to the address will be taken to be the address where the Admissions Team child lives most of the week. If the child spends an equal amount of time with each parent, the address • you cannot change your preferences will be taken to be that of the main parent/carer after 31 October 2012 unless there are eligible to receive Child Benefit and Child Tax Credit. exceptional circumstances.

Fraudulent addresses Looked After Children It is important that our admissions criteria are applied A ‘looked after’ child is a child who is in the care of fairly. In recent years, some parents have supplied a local authority or provided with accommodation by false or inappropriate information, for example, a that authority. temporary rented address or the address of a relative If you are a foster carer looking after a child in care, to try to gain an advantage in obtaining a place at a you must provide a letter from the child’s social worker particular school. It is important to understand that it confirming the child’s status as a ‘looked after’ child. is only the permanent address of the family that we will use for the allocation of school places. Adopted children Children who were adopted (or subject to residence School preferences orders or special guardianship orders) immediately Please remember that: following having been ‘looked after’ have the same • you may list up to six schools in the order you priority as ‘looked after’ children. prefer them Children with special educational needs • the preference order is very important, think carefully about this as only one offer can be made There is a separate process for children who have a statement of Special Educational Needs (SEN). If your • you can include schools within or outside Barnet child has a statement you do not need to complete • there is no advantage to listing only one school a CAF. You will receive a different application form • all applications are processed as though they to complete from the SEN Performance Team. The were equally preferred statement will be finalised and sent to you in February • your ranking does not affect your child’s eligibility 2013 naming the school that your child will be for a place at any Barnet school expected to attend.

• you should include details of any sibling (brother If you have any queries about your child’s secondary or sister) who will be attending any of the schools transfer they should be addressed to your SEN you have listed. The sibling must still be attending Advocacy and Monitoring Officer, tel: 020 8359 7732. the school in September 2013 • if there are any particular reasons why you want Returning the form your child to attend a school, for example, The closing date for applications is Wednesday 31 a medical or religious reason, please state this on October 2012. However, we strongly recommend that the form and provide supporting documents. you submit your application so that we receive it by Friday 26 October 2012 (this is the Friday before the half-term holiday). A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013 13

Applications received by Wednesday 31 October and young people in the area. Therefore, Barnet may 2012 will be accepted. However, if your application also use this information for other legitimate purposes is received by Friday 26 October 2012, we can and may share this information where necessary with ensure that it is acknowledged before the closing other bodies responsible for administering services date. Receipt of paper application forms will not to children and young people. Barnet also has a duty be acknowledged unless you enclose a stamped to protect the public funds it administers, and to this addressed envelope. We are unable to acknowledge end, it may use the information you have provided on receipt of paper forms over the telephone or by email. this form for the prevention and detection of fraud.

Any parents/carers who prefer to hand in their form at The people who may receive this information are: their child’s primary school, should do this by Friday • the current school 19 October 2012, so that the school can forward it • the school to which the child is to be admitted to us before the half-term holiday. • other Admission Authorities so as to ensure that If, after you have submitted your form, you decide parents have provided consistent information that you will no longer need a place for your child, you and do not hold on to more than one school place should let the Admissions Team know in writing as • any organisation legitimately investigating soon as possible. allegations of fraud, criminal offences or

Remember… If you have applied online, child protection. you do not need to complete a paper form as well. How places will be allocated Late applications When all the on-time applications have been If we receive your application after 31 October then submitted, the allocation process will begin: your application will be late. Late applications will not • we will let other local authorities know about be considered until we have allocated school places any preferences you have made for schools for the applications that were received on time. This in their area could reduce your chances of getting a place at • we will also let any voluntary aided schools the school you want and you may be allocated an and academies in Barnet have details about your alternative school. If there are good reasons why your child if you have included any of these schools application is late, please write to us and provide in your list of preferences supporting documents. • your rankings will not be passed on Fair access and sharing information to individual schools The information you provide will be used in line with • all your preferences will be processed by applying the provisions of the Data Protection Act 1998. Barnet each school’s oversubscription criteria to decide has a duty under the Children’s Act 2004 to work with which children should be offered places partners to provide and improve services to children • the oversubscription criteria for our schools and academies are shown on pages 24 to 67.

When all the applications have been considered: • admission lists will be drawn up for all schools • the Admissions Team will co-ordinate all the offers and exchange information with other local authorities • if your child can be offered more than one school, we will offer the school you have ranked the highest 14 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

• lower preferences are automatically withdrawn at Offer day – 1 March 2013 this stage On 1 March 2013 a letter will be sent to you • all withdrawn preferences will be offered on by first class post to let you know the result of to other children your application. • no child will be offered more than one place This means: • if it is not possible to offer a place at any of the • you should receive your letter on 2 March 2013 schools you have chosen we will allocate your • if you applied online, you will be sent an email child a place at the nearest school with a vacancy. with the outcome of your application during the evening of 1 March 2013 False or misleading information • online applicants should wait until they receive The council reserves the right to verify any address their email before logging on to the eadmissions given in order to ensure that places are allocated fairly. website for further information. Please realise that: Please accept the school place you have been offered • if you deliberately give false address information by 15 March 2013. to obtain a place at a school, you must expect the offer to be withdrawn This can be done by: • any information and/or supporting documentation • online applicants can accept or reject an which is false or deliberatley misleading may lead offer online to the offer of a place being withdrawn, even if the • other applicants will need to return the reply slip place has already been accepted included in the offer letter • rigorous checks will be carried out to ensure that • if you are not accepting the offer because your applications are not fraudulent child has been offered a place at an independent • a percentage of home visits are carried out each school, you must tell us which school s/he will be year to verify addresses. These are selected attending. It is important that you do this so that at random. we can offer the place to another child.

Withdrawal of offers What happens if you have not been offered your preferred school? Places offered at oversubscribed schools will be withdrawn if: Waiting lists • the offer was made in error • waiting lists are held for all our secondary schools • the offer was made on a geographical basis and academies until at least 31 December 2013 and the family move outside the school’s • if your child does not get a place at any of your allocation area before the child is due to start at preferred schools, you can ask for their name the school to be added to the waiting list • the offer was made on the basis of information • you can ask for your child’s name to be added that cannot be corroborated to the satisfaction to the waiting list for any school listed higher of the Admissions Team or later proves on the application form than the school we to be inaccurate have offered • the family has accepted more than one offer at the • all lower preferences will be have been withdrawn same time. so if you want to ask for your child’s name to be added to the waiting list for a lower ranked school If your child’s place is withdrawn you have the right of to the one your child has been offered, you will appeal against this decision. A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013 15

need to put this request in writing and tell us After 1 March 2013 your reasons Offers • we can also add your child’s name to the waiting • some parents may decide not to accept the list for a school that you did not list on your school place offered to their child application form • when a place becomes available it will be offered • we will send you further information about waiting to the next child on the waiting list lists with your notification letter on 1 March 2013 • if it is still not possible to offer your child a place • waiting lists are ordered in accordance with the at one of your preferred schools and you do not admissions criteria wish to accept a place at the school that has • time spent on a waiting list is not taken into been allocated, you will become responsible for account and it is possible that your child’s position securing suitable education for your child. may go down as well as up.

Appeals If your child is not offered at any of the schools listed on your application form, you have the right of appeal: • for Friern Barnet School you will need to contact the Admissions Team to obtain an appeal form • for all other schools and academies you will need to contact the school/academy directly for further information • appeals are heard by an independent panel and normally take place between May and July • each case is decided on individual merit and only exceptional circumstances are likely to lead to a successful appeal • no places are reserved for successful appeals, so any appeals allowed will increase the school’s intake above the admission limit • the fact that a school is single sex or that the school is a child’s or parents’ particular choice, or that other schools with vacancies involve a longer journey is unlikely to lead to a successful appeal • decisions made by the appeals panel are binding on the local authority and the school • accepting a place at another school will not affect your chances of having a successful appeal • you can only have one appeal for each school in the same academic year unless there are significant changes in your circumstances • further information about the appeals procdedure will be sent to you with your notification letter on 1 March 2013. 16 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

Open evening dates All secondary schools in Barnet have open evenings for parents. We recommend that you visit all the schools that you are thinking of applying for to find out more about the school.

Thursday 28 June 3.30 – 5pm and/or 7 – 9pm St Michael’s Catholic Grammar School (Girls), Nether Street, Finchley N12 7NJ Thursday 5 July 3 – 9pm (Final admission 7.30pm) Queen Elizabeth’s School Barnet (Boys), Queens Road, Barnet EN5 4DQ Tuesday 10 July and Wednesday 11 July 9am – 1pm The Henrietta Barnett School (Girls), Central Square, Hampstead Garden Suburb NW11 7BN Monday 10 September 7 – 9.30pm Hasmonean High (Girls), Page Street, Mill Hill NW7 2EU Tuesday 11 September 7 – 9.30pm Hasmonean High (Boys), Holders Hill Road, Hendon NW4 1NA

6 – 8.30pm (Final admission 8pm) St James’ Catholic High School, Great Strand, Colindale NW9 5PE Thursday 13 September 6.30 – 9pm London Academy, Spur Road, Edgware HA8 8DE Tuesday 18 September 5.30 – 9pm Finchley Catholic High School (Boys), Woodside Lane, North Finchley N12 8TA 6 – 8.30pm The Totteridge Academy, Barnet Lane, Totteridge N20 8AZ Wednesday 19 September 6 – 9pm Hendon School, Golders Rise, Hendon NW4 2HP 6 – 9pm Friern Barnet School, Hemington Avenue, Friern Barnet N11 3LS Thursday 20 September 6 – 8.30pm (Final admission 8pm) Queen Elizabeth’s Girls’ School, High Street, Barnet EN5 5RR 6 – 8.30pm Whitefield School, Claremont Road, Cricklewood NW2 1TR Saturday 22 September 10am – 2pm The Totteridge Academy, Barnet Lane, Totteridge N20 8AZ Monday 24 September 6.30 – 9pm East Barnet School, Chestnut Grove, East Barnet EN4 8PU Thursday 27 September 3 – 9pm (Final admission 7.30pm) Mill Hill High School, Worcester Crescent, Mill Hill NW7 4LL Tuesday 2 October 6.30 – 8.30pm Christ’s College Finchley (Boys), East End Road, Finchley N2 0SE 6.30 – 9pm Copthall School (Girls), Pursley Road, Mill Hill NW7 2EP Wednesday 3 October 5.30 – 8pm Wren Academy, Hilton Avenue, N12 9HB Thursday 4 October 5.30 – 8.30pm Bishop Douglass School, Hamilton Road, East Finchley N2 0SQ

3.15 – 9pm JCoSS (Jewish Community Secondary School), Castlewood Road, New Barnet EN4 9GE (Final admission 8.15pm) Tuesday 9 October 5 – 8.30pm The Compton School, Summers Lane, North Finchley N12 0QG Wednesday 10 October 7pm Ashmole Academy, Cecil Road, Southgate N14 5RJ A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013 17

Open evening information Ashmole: Parents and pupils are invited to attend the prospective parents evening. The headteacher will speak in the hall at 7pm and 8.15pm. Guided tours of all areas of the school will be given by 6th form students throughout the evening. Pupils’ work will be on display. Staff will be available in teaching areas to talk with parents and address any questions or concerns. Parking within the school grounds will be limited to disabled parking permit holders. Other prospective parents are advised to walk if possible. Access roads must be kept clear. Bishop Douglass: Guided tours by students will be available between 5.30pm-8pm. The headteacher will address prospective parents at 7.00 pm. In addition there will be Open Mornings every Tuesday and Thursday each week from Tuesday, 25 September until Thursday, 18 October 2012 to see the school in action. Parents will also have the opportunity to meet with the headteacher for a question and answer session. Refreshments provided. Please contact the School Office to book a tour. Arrival at the school by 9.15am will ensure a prompt start at 9.30am. Christ’s College: The Opening Evening for prospective parents and pupils will be from 6.30–8.30pm. The first talk by the headteacher will be at 6.30pm and again at 7.30pm. Guided tours will be arranged both during and after the head’s talks. An Open Morning will be held on 11 October from 10am – 12 noon for parents to see the school at work, visit lessons and talk informally to the headteacher, staff and students. No appointment is necessary. Please telephone the school on 020 8349 3581 or go to www.ccfplus.com/school for further details. The Compton: Parents are invited to view the school between 5pm – 8.30pm. There will be a talk by the headteacher at 6pm, 7pm and 8pm. Please be aware that there is no parking on the school premises. Parents should park away from the school site as roads become very congested. There will be a limited number of places on guided tours of the school during the school day. Please telephone the school office, after 11 October, on 020 8368 1783 for more details. Copthall: The school will be open for parents and pupils between 6.30 – 9pm. There will be a talk by the headteacher at 6.45pm and again at 7.15pm. Guided tours will be arranged after the talks. The last tour will be at 8pm. Entry by Pursley Road ONLY. Unfortunately there is no parking on site. For parents unable to attend, there will be a limited number of tours of the school during working hours available in the days following the Open Evening; please telephone the school on 020 8959 1937 to make an appointment. If you have a disability, please contact the school in advance to make arrangements for access. East Barnet: The school will be open for parents and pupils between 6.30 – 9pm. Guided tours of the school by current pupils. There will be a talk by the headteacher in the hall at 8pm. Tours of the school in normal working hours will be available in the days following the open evening, please make appointments with the School Secretary on Tuesday 25 September or telephone the school 020 8440 4162. Finchley Catholic High: Guided tours will be available from 6 – 8.30pm. The headteacher will speak to prospective parents at 5.30pm, 6.30pm and 7.30pm. In addition open mornings will be held on Thursday 20 September and Tuesday 25 September from 9am – 10.30am. Numbers will be restricted on these mornings so please telephone for an appointment. Some parking is available within the school but it is recommended that visitors use Woodside Park Station Car Park, which is a short walk from the school. Friern Barnet: Guided tours by current pupils will be available from 6pm. There will be a talk by the headteacher at 6.45pm and again at 7.30pm. Tours of the school in normal working hours will be available in the days following the open evening, by appointment. Car park entrance from Crescent Road gate only. Please do not use Hemington Avenue for access or parking. Hasmonean High School: The evening will begin at 7pm with a formal presentation in the Hall. Parents will then be able to tour the school to see the work of the various departments. Senior students will be in attendance to help visitors to find their way around the buildings and there will be the opportunity to speak to teaching staff and students. At the girls’ school there will be limited parking available in the school’s car park on the evening. There is no on-site parking available for parents at the boys’ school. Parents should park in the residential streets nearby. Please park with consideration for our neighbours. Hendon: There will be guided tours for parents and pupils and talks by the headteacher at 6.30pm, 7.15pm and 8.15pm. Refreshments and a crèche will be available. Tours of the school in normal working hours will be available in the days following the open evening. 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Open evening information The Henrietta Barnett: Parents and daughters are invited to view the school between 9am – 1pm, the last tour will start at 12 noon. There is no need to make a prior booking. Please assemble outside the main building in Central Square. Please note that there is no parking on school premises and we politely ask that you park considerately. The school prospectus and our test application form can be downloaded from our website. See website for further details at www.hbschool.org.uk JCoSS: There will be talks at 4.00pm, 5.15pm, 6.30pm and 7.45pm. Guided tours of the school will be given by students throughout the evening. The vehicle entrance to JCoSS is on Castlewood Road and there is some parking on site. Please be considerate to local residents if you are parking on roads surrounding the school. We recommend parking on Baring Road and Lawton Road and using the pedestrian entrance to JCoSS on Westbrook Crescent. Please do not park on Westbrook Crescent. Please go to www.jcoss.org or phone 020 8344 2220 for further details. Please be advised that you will need to pre-register for the talk you wish to attend. London Academy: There will be a talk by the Principal at 6.45pm and again at 7.45pm. Guided tours will take place during the evening. Prospective parents may also ring the academy on 020 8238 1100 to arrange a tour. Parents are requested to follow traffic directions given by the car park attendants. Mill Hill High: Guided tours of the school for parents and pupils will be arranged between 3 – 8pm. The headteacher will speak to the groups at the start of the tour in the main hall. Parking in and around the school is very difficult. Parents are requested to follow traffic directions given by supervising adults. The final admission to the school is at 7.30pm. Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet (Boys): The school will be open from 3pm until 9pm for those parents and their children who are considering making an application for September 2013. Guided tours of the school will be arranged between 3 – 7.30pm. Parents will also be invited to hear an address from the Headmaster. Please be aware that there is no parking available on the school premises. The final admission to the school is at 7.30pm. Queen Elizabeth’s Girls’: Parents are invited to view the school between 6pm – 8.30pm (final admission at 8pm). There will be three talks by the headteacher in the school hall at 6.45pm, 7.30pm and 8.15pm. Parents are advised that there is no parking on the school site and that parking around the school is extremely limited. If possible parents should walk or use public transport. Tours of the school during normal working hours will be available in the days following the open evening. Please telephone the school on 020 8449 2984 to make an appointment. St James’ Catholic High: Prospective parents and students are invited to view the school between 6 – 8.30pm (final admission at 8pm). There will be a talk by the headteacher in the hall at 6pm and again at 7.15pm. St Michael’s Catholic Grammar: Guided tours of the school will be arranged between 3.30 – 5pm and between 7 – 9pm. Parents are also invited to a short meeting with the headteacher at one of these times: 5pm or 7pm or 9pm. All visitors should come to the main hall. If parents wish, transfer age children may accompany them but no other children should be brought because of the lack of space. Unfortunately, there is no parking on site. It is suggested that parents park in Lodge Lane car park as the routes to the school become easily congested with traffic. Visitors should not try to drive onto the school premises. The Totteridge Academy: Prospective parents and pupils are invited to view the Academy between 6 – 8.30pm and parking is available on the school site. Guided tours, led by the students, will be available throughout the evening. The headteacher will give a talk at 7.30pm. The Totteridge Academy will also be holding an Open Day on Saturday 22 September between 10am – 2pm. Tours during the normal school day can be booked during September and October. For further information on any of the above either go to our website www.thetotteridgeacademy.co.uk or telephone us on 020 8445 9205. Whitefield: Prospective parents and students are invited to view our school between 6 – 8.30pm. Students will guide prospective students and parents around the school from 6.30pm onwards. The headteacher will give a talk at 7pm in the hall. Refreshments will be available. Parents are also invited to visit the school in action. Please telephone the school on 020 8455 4114 to arrange an appointment Woodhouse College: Parents considering Friern Barnet School or The Compton School may wish to know that Woodhouse College, Woodhouse Road, N12 9EY will also be holding two open evenings in November (dates to be announced). Wren Academy: Parents and pupils are invited to tour the Academy between 5.30 – 8pm. The Principal will speak three times during the course of the evening. Access to the Academy is via our Hilton Avenue entrance. Tours will be held (for parents of Year 6 children only) during the Academy’s working hours during the following weeks. Please contact Reception to book an appointment 020 8492 6000. A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013 19

Barnet Schools Information about Barnet secondary schools

Barnet has 22 secondary schools

Community schools (1) Community schools are owned and funded by Barnet Council.

Our community comprehensive school is:

Friern Barnet School

Voluntary aided schools (6) Voluntary aided schools are owned by religious or voluntary bodies but funded by Barnet Council. The school governors are responsible for setting admissions criteria.

The six Barnet voluntary aided schools are:

Bishop Douglass Catholic School St James’ Catholic High School Finchley Catholilc High School St Mary’s CE High School JCoSS St Michael’s Catholic Grammar School

Academies (15) Academies are independent schools but no fees are charged. Although the governors are responsible for setting admissions criteria, academies are required to participate in co-ordinated admissions arrangements. Barnet has 15 academies, although the status of other secondary schools may be subject to change following the expansion of the academies programme.

The 15 Barnet academies are:

Ashmole Academy Christ’s College Finchley The Compton School Copthall School East Barnet School Hasmonean High School Hendon School The Henrietta Barnett School London Academy Mill Hill High School Queen Elizabeth’s School Barnet Queen Elizabeth’s Girls’ School The Totteridge Academy Whitefield School Wren Academy 20 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

How places were allocated at Oversubscribed Barnet Secondary Schools on 1 March 2012 This table shows how places were allocated at Barnet schools that had more applicants than places available. Schools not listed were able to offer places to all applicants.

Cut-off Cut-off Criteria distance Criteria distance 1 Mar 2012 1 Mar 2012 Ashmole Academy Places available: 224 Hendon Places available: 200 Pupils with statements of Special Band Band Band 1 Educational Needs (SEN) A B C Looked After Children 1 Siblings 14 26 4 0.605 Music 19 Distance 45 82 24 Siblings 80 Pupils with statements of SEN 5

Distance 123 The Henrietta Barnett Places available: 93

Christ’s College Places available: 150 Selection by entrance test 93 Pupils with statements of SEN 3 JCoSS Places available: 180 Sibling 28 2.624 Pupils with statements of SEN 7 Distance 119 Jewish Siblings 27 Jewish Children Attending Named Primary The Compton School Places available: 210 49 Schools Pupils with statements of SEN 9 Other Jewish Children 97 Sibling 55 0.984 Mill Hill High Places available: 240 Distance 146 Pupils with statements of SEN 7 Copthall School Places available: 180 Siblings 35 Pupils with statements of SEN 1 Technological Aptitude 24 Sibling 28 2.967 1.196 Musical Aptitude 24 Distance 151 Dance Aptitude 12 East Barnet School Places available: 200 Distance* 138 Pupils with statements of SEN 4 *includes siblings offered under distance criterion Sibling 75 1.422 Queen Elizabeth’s Boys’ Places available: 180 Distance 131 Academic Ability 160 Friern Barnet Places available: 162 Musical Ability 20 Pupils with statements of SEN 2 Queen Elizabeth’s Girls’ Places available: 180 Sibling 37 All Pupils with statements of SEN 1 Performing Arts 8 Siblings 34 2.772 Distance 115 Distance 145 Finchley Catholic High Places available: 150 St James Catholic High Places available: 180 Pupils with statements of SEN 4 Pupils with statements of SEN 7 Catholic Siblings 29 3.099 Looked After Children 1 Catholic Distance 117 3.217 Catholic Siblings 60 Hasmonean High Places available: 150 Catholic Distance 112 Pupils with statements of SEN 1 St Michael’s Catholic Grammar Places available: Orthodox Jewish Looked After Children 1 96 Orthodox Jewish Siblings 87 Catholic – Academic Ability 96

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Secondary schools and academies in Barnet Please note: How we calculate home • many of Barnet’s secondary schools have to school distances converted to Academy status and others are We use the Tribal Admissions & Transfers system considering conversion. This is a decision for to calculate the distance from your child’s home (the individual schools. You can check the up-to-date start point) to the school (the end point). The system status on the Barnet website at www.barnet.gov. calculates the distance in miles to three decimal uk/info/100005/schools_and_education places. The routing database uses two dimensional • the ‘oversubscription criteria’ at voluntary aided maps. This means it does not take into account any & foundation schools and academies may be contours or terrains. subject to review and you are advised to confirm The start point (applicant’s home) the finalised criteria with the school before For calculation purposes, the local authority making an application uses the Postal Address Format (PAF) database • the following pages have been written by the to determine the start point from the applicant’s schools themselves. Barnet Council has made address. Calculations are based on the assumption every effort to ensure accuracy but responsibility that the child’s home address is classified at the for the content lies with the individual schools. point of application as a residential address. If you live in a block of flats where you use a communal entrance, the local authority will used the PAF point for the block and not the centroid of your individual flat for the distance calculation.

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DFE code 302 5406

Admission limit 232 Age range 11 – 18 Students on roll 1481 Number of applications 1210 Open evening for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Wednesday 10 October 2012 from 7pm www.ashmoleacademy.org Ashmole Academy Cecil Road, Southgate N14 5RJ

Aims and expectations Uniform Ashmole Academy is a high performing school. We All students in Year 7 – 11 are required to adhere aim to enable students to develop to their fullest to the schools uniform and appearance policy. There potential in all areas of school in order to prepare them are also expectations of dress and appearance as far as is practicable to be responsible members of applying to Sixth Form students. society. We create a friendly environment but insist Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements on strict standards of behaviour and courtesy. We The school requires high standards of behaviour provide a school community which is rich in variety and attendance. Parents are contacted daily if a and diversity, where young people of both genders, of child is absent. Year groups are led by an Assistant all abilities and from diverse cultural backgrounds work Head Teacher supported by Learning Mentors. together to achieve their personal best. There is a Head of Transition that oversees the Headteacher primary-secondary transfer. Derrick Brown tel: 020 8361 2703 email: [email protected]

Transport Buses: 184, 121, 125, W6 Nearest stations: Southgate (Piccadilly Line)

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Oversubscription criteria (summary) to the applicant’s home, those Curriculum and homework contact school for full criteria living nearest to Ashmole Academy The curriculum is designed to meet the having the highest priority. 1If there are more applications than the needs of students with a wide range number of places available, places will Where there are more applicants than of talents and abilities. It is designed be offered according to the following places within criterion (1), (2) and (3), or to stretch the most able, to provide order of priority: in the event of tied scores in criterion support for those needing additional 1. children who are ‘looked after’ (4), then the distance criterion at (5) help and to provide an education under provision of the Children will apply. suitable for all pupils. Act 1989 and including those In Years 7 and 8, the school follows children who have previously been Waiting list the National Curriculum. In Year 9, looked after, meaning children Applicants who are unsuccessful will the school starts KS4 with GCSE who were adopted, or the subject be given the option of going onto a options. The school has a specialist of a residence order or special waiting list. In the event of a place gifted and talented programme for the guardianship order, immediately becoming available, criteria (1), (2) and most able, which includes accelerated following having been looked after (5) will be applied at the time the place courses or additional options designed 2. children who have a sibling at the becomes available, to those on the for preparation for university. academy at the time at which waiting list. The waiting list will be kept Homework is set in all subjects the application for admission until 31 December 2013. according to the timetable to the school is made. Siblings Late applications and increasingly available online. would include half, step, adoptive Applications received by the local and foster siblings provided they Teaching and learning authority after the closing date also live at the same address as the from families who have relocated The school provides a consistent sibling already at the academy at to the area will be considered high quality teaching throughout the the time at which the application for under categories (1) and (5) only school. Classes are initially mixed admission to the school is made and provided the application is ability with setting progressively 3. sons and daughters of members of received before decisions have been introduced from Year 7. There is a staff (teaching and non-teaching) made on offers by the governors. focus on practical and active learning. who have been employed for 2 Other late applications will be placed Students are thoroughly engaged years or more at the time at which on the waiting list and offers made if and enjoy learning. the application for admission to the places become available according Education after 16/ school is made to the oversubscription criteria. Sixth form curriculum 4. up to 20 children who show an Facilities/Extra curricular activities Ashmole has a vibrant and highly aptitude for music A purpose built school with successful high performing Sixth Each candidate applying under this outstanding facilities throughout. The Form. The school offers a wide criterion will be invited to attend a school is very well resourced, has range of A level subjects and some written musical aptitude test at the modern facilities and is fully compliant BTEC National courses. The school academy. The School Admissions with needs for disabled access. has specialist programme for Code stipulates that schools must university preparation and for gifted inform parents of the outcome of Extensive extra curriculum activities and talented students. the musical aptitude test before for all students in all year groups parents submit their local authority and all subjects. CAF (Common Application Form). You and your child’s progress Dates for musical aptitude will therefore be set before this time. Ambitious targets are set for every Further details are available from the child which are normally achieved. academy. Progress is reported termly to parents. Progress towards targets is maintained 5. any other children, priority being regularly with parents able to see the given to proximity of a child’s home progress being made. to Ashmole Academy, as measured by the local autority in a straight line, from the headteacher’s office 24 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

DFE code 302 5408

Admission limit 180 Age range 11 – 18 Students on roll 788 Number of applications 292 Open evening for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Thursday 4 October 2012 from 6pm www.bishopdouglass.barnet.sch.uk Bishop Douglass School Hamilton Road, East Finchley N2 0SQ

Aims and expectations Uniform Bishop Douglass strives to be an outstanding school The school has a strict uniform policy which all with a thirst for learning, a hunger for achievement students are expected to follow at all times. The and a passion for success. We all live by Christ’s uniform must be worn at all times on the way Gospel values and aim to create citizens who are to and from school. Our uniform suppliers are caring, respectful and loving in a changing world. We Uniform4Kids where the blazer and kilt and trousers believe that students will achieve regardless of ability (for girls) must be purchased. We have worked with and will share their skills and values for the benefit of parents to ensure it is affordable. all. We will nurture confident, independent learners Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements who value and respect diversity in our community. We All students are placed in form tutor groups and there will provide opportunities for all to fulfill their aspirations is a Head of Year for each year group with overall and develop their gifts and talents, and expect all responsibility for the pastoral welfare and academic members of the community, including parents, progress of the students. to support these aims. Attendance and punctuality to school are monitored Headteacher closely by tutors, the Head of Year, the school Angela Murphy MA Ed Adv Dip Ed Attendance Officer and Key Stage Co-ordinators. tel: 020 8444 5211 We have a strict Behaviour Management Policy email: [email protected] and we work closely with parents and students Transport to ensure the policy is adhered to. Our Rewards Buses: 143, 263, 232 and Sanctions policy is in place to support Nearest stations: East Finchley (Northern Line) positive behaviour. Finchley Central (Northern Line)

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Oversubscription criteria (summary) Where the offer of places Citizenship and PE and are followed contact school for full criteria to all the applicants in any of the by all students. categories listed above would lead 1If there are more applications than the We have an innovative curriculum number of places available, places will to oversubscription the following where KS 3 ends in Year 8 for be offered according to the following provisions will be applied: Foundation subjects. These courses order of priority: The attendance of a brother or are given enough curriculum time for sister at the school at the time of the students to complete the course 1Foundation places admission will increase the priority of in one year. 1. Catholic children ‘looked after’ an application within each category. by a local authority and Catholic We believe in personalising learning Brothers and sisters include half, step, children who have been adopted (or and students are able to opt for 2 adoptive and foster siblings, provided made subject to residence orders Foundation Exam courses each year they also live at the same address or special guardianship orders) from year 9 to GCSE and BTEC as the candidate. If the final place immediately following having been level. We also offer the Construction available at the school is offered to a looked after Diploma. We have a variety of twin, triplet or other child of multiple 2. baptised Catholics vocational and academic courses. birth and the remaining sibling(s) would 3. children whose parents wish them ordinarily be refused, the governing In KS5 we ensure that there is a to have a Catholic education body will offer place(s) to the remaining wide range of A levels, Level 3 BTEC who attend one of the Bishop sibling(s) even when admitting such a and Level 2 BTEC courses to cater Douglass Specialist Science child(ren) would exceed the Published for all the skills and interests of our College and Sports Partnership Admissions Number. students. family of schools, i.e. St. Theresa’s Facilities/Extra-curricular activities Homework is set for all students in all RC Primary School, Our Lady of key stages, and increases in time Lourdes RC Primary School, Holy We offer a wide range of extra- and demand as the students get older. Trinity C of E Primary School, curricular activities. We regularly Martin Community Primary School run school trips abroad, as well as Education after 16/ and Manorside Community day trips to places such as the V&A Sixth form curriculum and Thorpe Park. The PE faculty offers Primary School We have an exciting KS5 Curriculum a full range of sporting activities for our 4. other Christians whose parents wish and see our Sixth Form education as students and they achieve success at them to have a Catholic education a continuation of KS4. To that end we local and Borough level. and whose application is supported have increased the range of courses by a minister of religion You and your child’s progress on offer to suit the changing needs of 5. children of other faiths whose We set targets at the start of the our students and offer a diverse menu parents wish them to have year, and these are shared with you. of courses set to challenge learners of a Catholic education and whose Students are assessed five times all abilities. in the year and you will receive this application is supported by We offer a full range of AS/A2 levels progress data. a religious leader in Sciences, Technology, Art, Social 6. any other candidate whose You will also get an opportunity Science and Business, as well as parents wish them to have to meet your child’s teachers during a range of Level 2 and 3 BTEC a Catholic education the year at our Parents’ Evening. courses. We review our offer annually We do expect parents to attend and update it to suit the changing

1Community places all evenings relevant to their child/ needs of the students. 1. children ‘looked after’ by a local children, firmly believing in the authority and children who have importance of partnership in the been adopted (or made subject success of the child. to residence orders or special guardianship orders) immediately Curriculum and homework following having been looked after We offer a broad and balanced 2. children who have a sibling curriculum at all Key Stages. The Core attending Bishop Douglass School subjects in Years 7 and 8 consists of English, Maths, Science, RE, ICT, 3. any other candidate 26 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

DFE code 302 4211

Admission limit 150 Age range 11 – 18 Students on roll 980 Number of applications 430 Open evening for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Tuesday 2 October 2012 from 6.30 www.ccfplus.com/school Christ’s College, Finchley East End Road, Finchley N2 0SE

Aims and expectations Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements Christ’s College Finchley is a thriving ethnically The school has a strong caring ethos and places great diverse community. The school is strongly focused emphasis on the pastoral care of students. “Behaviour upon achievement. We are serious about success. for Success” is our very clear behaviour code, which We aim to maximise the potential of every student gives students a great sense of security. We believe and encourage them to develop a sense of in motivating our students through encouragement responsibility and respect. As a Mathematics and a comprehensive rewards system, which and Computing Specialist School we help to develop emphasises positive achievement. We expect full students who are equipped and ready to cope with a attendance from students to enable them to maximise rapidly changing technological world. their learning.

Headteacher Gary Tucker tel: 020 8349 3581 email: [email protected]

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Oversubscription criteria (summary) with shared responsibility, (with a secure base from which to access contact school for full criteria each parent for part of a week), Science A Levels. the child’s home address will be 1If there are more applications than the At KS4, the curriculum offered is number of places available, places will taken to be the address of the main traditional in nature reflecting the be offered according to the following parent/carer eligible to receive Child subjects most welcomed by the major order of priority: Benefit and/or Child Tax Credit. Universities. In Year 7 students are 1. children applying who are in the Facilities/Extra-curricular activities taught in their tutor groups for the care of a local authority or who There are excellent facilities for all first few weeks. They are then placed were previously in care but who areas of the curriculum. Following a into sets based on academic ability. have since been adopted or made recent redevelopment programme These sets are regularly reviewed the subject of a residence or special the school provides greatly enhanced and students moved according to their guardianship order facilities incorporating a new Sixth progress. Homework is set once per 2. children who, at the time of Form building, Central Learning week. The School places emphasis admission, have a sibling living at resource area, Theatre, Dining upon home learning and encourages the same address in Years 7-11 at facilities, classrooms and other general parents to contact their son’s Learning the school (or who is in Years 12 facilities. “MyZone” is our innovative Manager very early on so that any or 13 if they previously attended whole school enrichment programme problems with homework can be in Years 7-11 for at least one which benefits all students giving discussed and resolved. year). Siblings will include step them access to a huge range of Teaching and learning siblings, foster siblings and adopted activities to complement the academic Your son will benefit from being taught siblings. It will not include other curriculum. There is a wide variety of in classes that are smaller than most children living permanently at the extra-curricular activities available. The state schools. This enables the school same address school has the country’s second oldest to target support, stretch the most Combined Cadet Force Unit this year 3. children who, at the time of able and ensure that all students have celebrating its 107th anniversary. admission, have a sibling as defined the best possible chance of achieving above living at the same address You and your child’s progress their potential. Students are assessed in Years 7-11 at our partner school Individual students’ progress is five times during the year with the Copthall School (or who is in Years monitored closely and assessed results accessible to parents on-line. 12 or 13 at Copthall School, if they formally against aspirational targets This enables you to monitor your son’s previously attended Copthall School set by the school each half term. progress and support him effectively. in Years 7-11 for at least one year) Progress towards these targets is We believe in the need to provide 4. children of members of staff at tracked carefully via each individual a broad educational experience for either Christ’s College Finchley or student’s “Learning Ladder”. Parents your son. The MyZone Curriculum Copthall School, provided they have constant access to their child’s enhancement programme with myriad have been directly employed at the progress record on-line. Every year activities supports this aim school/ for a minimum of two years group has a parent consultation Education after 16/ or have been recruited to fill a post evening and a full report is produced Sixth form curriculum where there is a demonstrable skills for each student every year. The The school has a traditional Sixth Form shortage. (The definition of a direct school prides itself on being curriculum offering A Level subjects employee is an employee holding welcoming to parents and places great enhanced by a variety of enrichment a contract of employment with the emphasis upon forging productive programmes. There is a special school) links with families to support students’ programme for students aspiring 5. remaining places will be offered on learning. to study at Oxbridge or Russell Group a geographical basis measuring Curriculum and homework Universities. Tutorial and pastoral distance in a straight line from the All students follow a traditional support is of the highest quality. The address point for the child’s home, Curriculum in Year 7 and Year 8. Latin progress of students is monitored supplied by the Royal Mail, to a is offered in Year 9 and students have closely. In 2013 the Sixth Form will point at the centre of the school an opportunity to gain the Cambridge move into their own purpose-built main building using the Council’s Latin Course qualification at the end of Sixth Form Centre in the grounds with geographical information system. KS3. In Year 9 students start to study greatly enhanced facilities solely for Where a child lives with parents for separate Science GCSEs, providing Sixth Form use. 28 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013 secu and re a sy pp ea lic , a k ti c o i n u

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Aims and expectations Supplementary Information Form The Compton is a high achieving mixed school which A Supplementary Information Form is not required converted to Academy Status in January 2011. The Specialism school was selected as one of only 100 outstanding National Teaching School and Training School schools nationally to become a Teaching School which is a very prestigious national award. We have received Uniform three successive outstanding OFSTED designations The Compton has a strict uniform policy which and are only one of a handful of schools nationally students are expected to follow at all times including to achieve this record. At The Compton, we believe on the way to and from school. Our uniform is that all students can learn and fulfil their potential. As traditional in style and includes a blazer and tie for both a school with a national reputation for excellence we boys and girls. are able to recruit some of the very best staff who Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements support each child to achieve their very best. The Our comprehensive and highly effective pastoral care school provides a safe and happy school community system ensures that each student feels individually made up of children from diverse, cultural and social supported in achieving their very best. Every child backgrounds. An innovative programme of Student has a Form Tutor who they see on a daily basis for Leadership and a diverse Enrichment Programme Personal Development Time and a Year Manager who ensure students develop a wide range of social coordinates the attendance, behaviour and pastoral and personal skills and become confident young arrangements for the year group as well as providing adults during their time with us. the essential link between students, staff and parents. Headteacher We run an excellent induction programme in close Teresa Tunnadine partnership with our feeder primary schools to help tel: 020 8368 1783 familiarise students with the school well before the email: [email protected] first day of term. The Compton operates a Positive Behaviour Policy where excellent behaviour for Transport learning and positive contributions to the school Buses: 43, 134, 221, 234, 382 community are rewarded. Alongside this students are Nearest stations: West Finchley (Northern Line) familiar with the clear framework of consequences of Arnos Grove (Piccadilly Line) poor behaviour. Excellent attendance and punctuality Type of school are also expected.

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Oversubscription criteria (summary) These places will be available • prepares students for opportunities, contact school for full criteria to children who wish to attend a responsibilities and experiences of co-educational, non-faith school. adult life. 1If there are more applications than the number of places available, places will The allocation will be offered • promotes the ability to work be offered according to the following to children from each of these effectively, both independently order of priority: schools based on geographical and as a member of a group distance in a straight line from their 1. ‘looked after’ children and children At The Compton we regard learning home to the Compton School. If the who were ‘looked after’ but as an active partnership between quota of 10 children is not reached ceased to be so because they school and home. Students are the remaining places will be offered were adopted, or became subject issued with a Homework Planner in accordance with paragraph 4 to a residency order, or special and a homework timetable is issued above up to a maximum limit of guardianship immediately following to parents and students at the start 210 places having been ‘looked after’. of the academic year. Form tutors 2. children who, at the time of Facilities/Extra-curricular activities and parents sign the planner weekly. admission, have a sibling living The Compton offers learning Teaching and learning permanently at the same address environments that are modern, The school provides a consistently in years 7 – 11 of the school or attractive and safe for our students. high quality of teaching throughout the who have left the school at the end Students’ access to ICT resources is school. Achievement is recognised of year 11 immediately prior to the excellent, with over 350 computers and rewarded through end of year time of admission in the school and a range of extra celebration evenings. Classes are Children applying who, at the new technologies for students use. initially taught as mixed ability with time of admission, have a sibling Large numbers of students are setting introduced from Year 8 attending the linked 6th Form involved in extra curricular activities in Mathematics and Science. College, Woodhouse, College, including Creative Arts, Drama, Music Education after 16/ if they previously attended The and Physical Education. We also Sixth form curriculum Compton School for at least one have a range of KS3 extra curricular The Compton School is part of a year prior to the leaving at the end opportunities, which includes collegiate system partnered with of year11. cookery, chess, art and ICT Club, and departments run homework clubs Woodhouse College. However, we 3. children of staff of The Compton and revision classes on a regular basis. are in the early stages of investigating School where the member of staff the possibility of having our own has been employed at the school You and your child’s progress Sixth Form. The majority of students for two or more years at the time at There is a Parents’ Consultation going on to further education take which the application for admission Evening held for each year group, with up courses at Woodhouse College to the school is made additional evenings held for ‘Welcome or Barnet College. Other students go 4. remaining places, out of 180, are to Year 7’, ‘Welcome to KS4’ to local Sixth Forms at other schools offered on a geographical basis and homework evenings. There are in Barnet and Haringey. measuring distance in a straight regular opportunities throughout the line from the school. Distances are year for parents to be informed of their measured between the front door child’s progress. Parents will receive of the child’s home and the main five interim/summary reports and one school gate. The distance between tutor report at the end of the year. these points is calculated using Curriculum and homework Barnet Council’s computerised

1The curriculum we offer is: geographical information system • broad and balanced 5. an additional planned 30 places from 2013 for up to 10 children • reflects our commitment to students from each of the following nearest achieving their best non-denominational feeder schools • promotes students spriritual, moral, in the N2 and N3 postcodes: Moss cultural and physical development Hall Junior School, Manorside School and Martin Primary School. 30 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

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Admission limit 180 Age range 11 – 18 Students on roll 1140 Number of applications 491 Open evening for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Tuesday 2 October 2012 from 6.30pm www.copthallschool.org.uk Copthall School Pursley Road, Mill Hill NW7 2EP

Aims and expectations Uniform Copthall aims to be a centre of excellence for life-long All students wear uniform until the Sixth Form which learning and enterprise education encompassing must be worn properly on the way to and from school the comprehensive ideal. We encourage all learners and is an important part of forging a cohesive to reach their full potential by providing them with and caring school community. Our uniform consists of curriculum choice and the appropriate support for a Black watch tartan kilt or trousers; navy blue v-neck their learning. jumper with green stripe trim; mint green cotton/ polyester shirt; plain white or navy socks or flesh Headteacher coloured, navy or black tights, plain navy blue school Jane Beaumont overcoat. We also have a school PE kit. tel: 020 8959 1937 email: [email protected] Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements Our expectation is that students attend school Transport regularly to achieve their full potential and that they Buses: 113, 221, 240 maintain at least 95 per cent attendance. Our Code Nearest stations: Mill Hill Broadway and Mill Hill East of Conduct outlines the rights and responsibilities Type of school expected of our students and rewards and sanctions Girls’ comprehensive academy are put in place to support positive behaviour. Form Supplementary Information Form Tutors and Learning Co‑ordinators provide support A Supplementary Information Form (SIF) is not required and stability and ensure that all students make academic progress and have emotional security. Specialism Business and Enterprise

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Oversubscription criteria (summary) access, Science laboratories; Education after 16/ contact school for full criteria sports hall, netball/tennis courts. Sixth form curriculum Each classroom is equipped with 1If there are more applications than the Copthall School has a policy of open number of places available, places will whiteboard technology. enrolment into Years 12 and 13. be offered according to the following The school has a number of clubs Students apply directly to the Head order of priority: and activities which take place of Sixth Form. The majority of 1. ‘looked after’ and children after school. At the start of the places are taken by students who who were adopted (or subject Autumn Term a programme of the have been in Copthall’s Year 11 to residence orders or special clubs and activities are circulated but the same criteria for admission guardianship orders) immediately to students. The school organises a to a particular course are used for all following having been ‘looked after’ number of residential trips. In recent students, regardless of their previous history. There are courses at AS 2. children who, at the time of years these have included Yorkshire, and A2 level including Applied A Levels admission, have a sibling living at France, Spain, PGL and Knapp House. and industry-recognised vocational the same address in Years 7-11 at You and your child’s progress qualifications. A very full range of the school (or who is in Years 12 Years 7 – 10 and Year 12 students subjects is offered. or 13 if they previously attended will receive three reports during in Years 7-11 for at least one the course of the year. Two will be year). Siblings will include step Interim reports and one will be the full siblings, foster siblings and adopted Annual Report. Year 11 will receive siblings. It will not include other one interim report and one full report. children living permanently at the The Interim report will inform you of same address your daughter’s current level/grade 3. children who, at the time of and the progress made in relation admission, have a sibling as defined to her target level/grade. In the full above living at the same address report there will be comments under in Years 7-11 at our partner school the headings: achievement, behaviour, Christ’s College (or who is in Years homework. Parents are also invited 12 or 13 at Christ’s College, if they to parents evenings to discuss their previously attended Christ’s College daughter’s progress. in Years 7-11 for at least one year) Curriculum and homework 4. children of members of staff at Copthall offers an increasingly modern, either Christ’s College Finchley or diverse curriculum which supports Copthall School, provided they and challenges our community of have been directly employed at the learners, preparing them for a fast school for a minimum of two years changing world. Homework is an or have been recruited to fill a post important aspect of developing girls’ where there is a demonstrable skills independent learning skills. It is set shortage. (The definition of a direct regularly in every subject and includes employee is an employee holding a range of reading, writing, research or a contract of employment with the practical tasks. school) 5. remaining places are offered on a Teaching and learning geographical basis, with priority We are fully committed to ensuring given to those who live closest that all students engage fully with to the school when measuring the curriculum to achieve their full distance in a straight line potential as follows; Provision for Gifted & Talented Students; support Facilities/Extra-curricular activities for students with SEN; additional The school has good facilities to meet support for students with English as a the needs of the curriculum. These second language. include well equipped computer suites and Learning Centre; internet 32 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

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Admission limit 210 Age range 11 – 19 Students on roll 1317 Number of applications 819 Open evening for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Monday 24 September 2012 from 6.30pm www.eastbarnet.barnet.sch.uk East Barnet School Chestnut Grove, East Barnet EN4 8PU

Aims and expectations Specialism East Barnet is a high performing school with ‘an Technology College, Leadership Partner School exciting and stimulating environment for learning’. Uniform OFSTED inspectors have described the behaviour All students are required to adhere to the school’s of our students as ‘exemplary’ in both of the last uniform policy and dress code. There is also an two inspections. We are a National Support School, expectation that all Sixth Form students will dress providing support and guidance to many other appropriately for school. schools. Our success is built upon an “I want to learn” philosophy through which students develop to their full Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements potential as independent and self motivating learners. East Barnet School has a well deserved reputation We have a rich and diverse community that supports for being a caring school. All members of staff are and promotes respect, courtesy and understanding. dedicated to providing a safe, secure and energised We expect high standards of behaviour from all environment. Our students have an excellent our students and will guide them to develop into attendance record because they really enjoy being responsible young adults who are able to make at school. We have very high standards of discipline a positive contribution to the school community and a first class pastoral team. Students are under and beyond. the care of the same Form Tutors and Head of Year as they move through the school from Year 7 to Year Headteacher 11, which helps to create a sense of belonging. The Nick Christou school also has a high quality counselling and therapy tel: 020 8344 2100 service for those students who may need extra email: [email protected] support and guidance at various points in their lives. Transport Buses: 84A, 298, 307, 326 Nearest stations: New Barnet (Overground), Oakleigh

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1If there are more applications than the number of places available, places will between the school and the home opportunities to learn in innovative be offered according to the following of two children is the same ways through Triple-E School, extra-curricular activities, lectures order of priority: Facilities/Extra-curricular activities from eminent speakers, our Gifted 1. a ‘looked after child’ or a child who The school is contained on a single and Talented Programme and options was previously looked after but site in a £30 million modern state- to work with artists, authors immediately after being looked after of-the-art building, boasting the very and scientists in residence. Our became subject to an adoption, latest in technology, sports facilities, PSHEE programme allows students residence, or special guardianship and independent study areas. We to develop important personal, social order. A looked after child is a child have a discreet Sixth Form study and intellectual skills. who is (a) in the care of a local area, a fabulous library with fantastic authority, or (b) being provided with views of London, a unique Sixth Homework is set in all subjects in line accommodation by a local authority Form Coffee Shop, large and fully with school policy and student in the exercise of their social equipped classrooms and amazing timetables. services functions. Project Faraday experiments, in all subjects in line with school policy including a large ‘Wetland’ feature for 2. a child with a sibling attending the and student timetables. school at the time of application*. ecology studies. It is fully compliant Sibling is defined in these with the needs for disabled access. Teaching and learning arrangements as a child who lives We have literally hundreds of extra- The school provides students with as brother or sister in the same curricular clubs, activities and trips high calibre and innovative lessons, house, including natural, adopted, on offer! This includes a wide range as well as many learning experiences step and foster brother and sister of sports, art, music, drama, dance, beyond the classroom. Subjects are robotics, lectures from eminent taught in both mixed ability and set 3. a child of an East Barnet School speakers, working with artists, authors groups as students move up through member of staff, providing that and scientist in residence, as well as the years. The focus is on developing the member has been employed homework and coursework clubs. independent learning skills and active for a minimum of two years at the learning. The school’s learning culture time of application*, or is recruited You and your child’s progress promotes positive relationships to fill a vacant post for which there All parents receive a termly report for between students and teachers. We is a demonstrable skill shortage. their child, and are invited to attend also challenge the students to think ‘Staff’s Child’ is defined in these an annual Parents’ Consultation creatively and encourage them arrangements as a child who Evening, as well as an Academic to demonstrate curiosity about the lives as the staff member’s son Coaching Day with an assigned world around them. or daughter in the same house, Teacher Coach. A student’s progress including natural born, adopted, can also be monitored by parents Education after 16/ step and foster son or daughter through the school’s e-portal. Heads Sixth form curriculum 4. other children by distance from the of Year along with Heads of Subject The vast majority of our Year 11 school, with priority for admission and Faculty will contact parents if students choose to continue their given to children who live nearest they have any concerns or notice education in our highly successful to the school. Distances are a change in attitude, motivation or Sixth Form; and a significant number measured in a straight line from the progress. Upon joining East Barnet of external students also choose to join main gate of the school to the School, parents, students and a us at this stage of their education. address point for the child’s home, school representative will sign the The school offers nearly 30 AS and A as supplied by the Royal Mail. The Home-School Agreement which states Level courses, and many opportunities distance between these points is the commitment of all parties towards for developing leadership skills. The calculated using Barnet Council’s making our relationship positive Sixth Form has an enviable record computerised geographical and successful. in ‘A’ Level examinations and the information system vast majority of students secure Curriculum and homework university places. * in the case of secondary transfer, ‘time of Our curriculum is designed application’ will be taken as the closing date for the application process to support the needs and talents of 34 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

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Admission limit 180 Age range 11 – 18 Students on roll 1131 Number of applications 469 Open evening for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Tuesday 18 September 2012 from 5.30pm www.finchleycatholic.org.uk Finchley Catholic High School Woodside Lane, North Finchley N12 8TA

Aims and expectations Specialism Finchley Catholic High School recognises the unique Business and Enterprise nature of each young person and is dedicated to the Uniform fullest possible development of the spiritual, academic, Full School uniform is required for all pupils in Years physical, cultural and artistic potential of every pupil. 7 – 11. A separate Dress Code operates in the We have very high expectations of pupils, parents Sixth Form. and staff. It is important that all those involved with the school are committed to its ethos and prepared Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements to uphold its values. Student attendance is vital to success and is closely monitored by the pastoral teams. A significant Headteacher proportion of our pupils achieve 100 per cent Seamus McKenna attendance and punctuality. As a school, our tel: 020 8445 0105 attendance level of over 95 per cent is one of the email: [email protected] highest in the Local Authority. Transport Buses: 125, 221, 263, 326 Nearest stations: Woodside Park (Northern Line)

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1If there are more applications than the order of the oversubscription criteria. in KS3 during Years 7 and 8. They number of places available, places will are taught in sets for English, Maths, be offered according to the following Late applications Science and Languages and in mixed order of priority: Late applications for secondary ability forms for other subjects. KS4 1. children looked after by Catholics transfer will only be considered if commences at the beginning of Year and Catholic boys who have there are extenuating circumstances 9 and GCSEs are studied over three been adopted (or made subject for the delay. All such applications years. A wide range of AS and A2 to residence orders or special will be considered by the levels are offered at post 16 level guardianship orders) immediately admissions authority. and Level 2 courses are also available. subsequent to care by the local Facilities/Extra-curricular activities A homework timetable is produced for authority) The school is located on an attractive all year 7 – 11 students at the start of 2. siblings of current Catholic pupils campus containing a variety of the year. who are expected to be on roll buildings and different architectural Teaching and learning when the applicant is due to start. styles. In addition to the main teaching Teaching and Learning is our ‘core ‘Catholic’ means a member of a blocks, there are two gymnasia, an business’ and is at the very heart of church that is in full communion all-weather sports pitch, an on-site what we do as a school. At FCHS we with the See of Rome, including the cafeteria and a large School Hall. accept as the underlying principle of Eastern Catholic Churches The school has just completed a our work that all pupils can achieve 3. other practising Catholic boys. total upgrade to its off-site sports and make good progress in all areas of ‘Practising Catholic’ means a pitches located five minutes walk their development, irrespective of their Catholic child from a practising from the school. attainment level. Effective teaching Catholic family where this The school is committed to the and learning is achieved through using practice is verified by a reference development of the whole person a variety of teaching styles, planning from a Catholic priest in the and affords many opportunities for lessons carefully and making good use standard format laid down by growth and development beyond of the available technology. the diocese the classroom. Sport is a particular Education after 16/ 4. other Catholic boys strength and Music and Drama are Sixth form curriculum 5. other cared for male children also very popular. and children who have been Most students enter the Sixth Form You and your child’s progress adopted ( or made subject on Level 3 courses. They choose four The school aims to build a strong to residence orders or special AS options from an extensive range, partnership with parents. To that guardianship orders) immediately including some subjects offered by our end, parents are kept well informed following care partner secondary school, St Michaels’ about their child’s progress and are Catholic Grammar School. 6. boys of other faiths or none encouraged to take an active role in supporting their learning. We also 1Applications must be supported by: have an ‘open door’ approach should • a baptismal certificate in the problems arise. Catholic faith • a priest’s reference which substantiates that the applicant is a practising Catholic • proof of residential address where the applicant lives for more than 50% of the school week.

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Aims and expectations Uniform Designated as an outstanding school by Ofsted Uniform is central to the sense of community within in February 2011, Friern Barnet School is a rich, our school and we have high expectations of our culturally diverse, mixed comprehensive Specialist students. Students must be smart and reflect a Arts College. Committed to continuous improvement positive attitude to learning both in and on their and creativity across the curriculum, we celebrate way to and from school, remembering they are the multicultural nature of the school by realising the representing Friern Barnet School in the wider diversity of our students through the arts and other community. subjects. Our commitment to the local area lies at Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements the heart of our community programmes. Within our Our inclusive family ethos, based on the 3Rs, inclusive, strong, family ethos, staff guide the personal Respect, Responsibility and Relationships, underpin development of all our students and ensure they are our school. From the first day, your child will be challenged to reach their potential. ‘Enjoy and Excel’ effectively supported in our caring community. is our school motto and we are dedicated to provide a Central to this is your child’s tutor group, within one high quality learning environment for all. of our six Houses, enabling students to form strong Headteacher and positive relationships throughout the school. Jeremy Turner Form Tutors closely monitor academic and personal tel: 020 8368 2777 development and are the first point of contact for email: [email protected] parents, creating that important link between school and home. All students are expected to maintain Transport the highest standards of behaviour and take pride Buses: 43, 134, 221, 234 and 382 in their work and their learning environment. Every Nearest stations: New Southgate (Overground), student is a valued member of the school community Arnos Grove (Piccadilly Line), Woodside Park and achievement is celebrated at every opportunity. (Northern Line) Excellent attendance and punctuality are expected. Type of school Through our exemplary transition arrangements, Co-educational comprehensive community school support for students starts in primary school. Careers Supplementary Information Form education begins in Year 7 and includes advice, guidance and work related learning opportunities that A Supplementary Information Form (SIF) is not required enables students to make informed decisions about Specialism their future.

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1If there are more applications than the Friern Barnet has an excellent number of places available, places will and diverse range of extra curricular Parents have an opportunity to attend be offered according to the following arts provision and students of all an annual Parents’ Evening to meet order of priority: abilities enjoy taking part. The school subject teachers. Two Target Review 1. ’looked after’ children and children holds the Artsmark Gold Award Days are also organised each year, who were adopted (or subject and has won a number of recent, where parents can meet with their to residence orders or special prestigious national awards. Students child’s Form Tutor to discuss targets guardianship orders) immediately regularly produce high quality dance, and review progress. following having been ‘looked drama and music performances There are many occasions to celebrate after’. A child looked after is a child and there are annual art exhibitions students’ achievements at our prize in the care of a local authority or and fashion shows. Students giving evenings and at the many provided with accommodation by perform in school and to wider performances and productions that authority in accordance with audiences. Many students enjoy throughout the year. Section 22 of the Children Act sport and participate in our extensive 1989. An adopted child is defined programme which includes Curriculum and homework athletics, badminton, trampolining, by section 46 of the Adoption Students at Friern Barnet School football, rugby, cricket, table-tennis and Children Act 2002. A residence experience a broad, balanced and basketball. order is defined by section 8 of and relevant curriculum. Over 40 the Children Act 1989. A special In addition, we have an exciting extra different academic and vocational guardianship order is defined curricular programme which offers subjects are offered. Programmes by section 14A of the Children News and Journalism Club, Science of personalised learning ensure every Act 1989 Club, English Gifted and Talented student’s needs are met and their 2. children who, at the time of Book Club, ICT Club, Photography progress is outstanding. admission, have a sibling living at Club, Year 7 Writers’ Group, Chess Home Learning is an important aspect the same address who is a pupil and Games Clubs to name but a few. of students’ education and plays a in years 7 - 11 of the school, or who A great variety of day visits significant part in raising achievement. is attending the linked 6th Form and residential trips take place This is set regularly in every subject College, Woodhouse College, if throughout the year, including visits and gives an opportunity for students they previously attended in years to art galleries, museums and the to learn independently. 7 – 11 for at least one year. Siblings theatre and field trips in Geography would include half, step, adoptive Teaching and learning and Science. Our links with the global and foster siblings provided they Learning is at the heart of our school community include visits to Europe also live at the same address as and we are constantly seeking to make and a World Challenge expedition the applicant this experience engaging, enjoyable to Morocco. We also regularly and enriching. High expectations, 3. priority will be given to a maximum welcome international visitors into stimulating lessons and a wide range of 16 pupils who show performing our school arts potential in dance, drama of extra-curricular opportunities ensure or music You and your child’s progress all students are challenged to discover We have careful monitoring procedures and develop their talents. 4. remaining places are offered on a to ensure that every student achieves geographical basis, with priority Education after 16/Sixth their potential and is happy at school. given to those who live closest Form curriculum We believe that for successful to the school when measuring Students at Friern Barnet School gain education to take place there must be distance in a straight line. Distance preferential places at Woodhouse a strong partnership between school is measured between the address College where they can study a wide and home. point for the child’s home, supplied range of post-16 courses including by the Post Office, to the school’s Within the first month of your child AS and A level. Many progress on main gate using the Council’s being at the school we hold a Year to leading universities including computerised geographical 7 Settling In Evening and at the end Oxford and Cambridge. We also have information system of the first half term, a celebration strong links with other sixth forms event for Year 7 students takes place, and colleges across north London. 38 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013 secu and re a sy pp ea lic , a k ti c o i n u

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Aims and expectations Transport Hasmonean High School combines the secular Buses: 113, 240. with the religious, within a framework of Torah Im Nearest stations: Boys – Mill Hill East (Northern Line) Derech Eretz (respect for others, both within the Girls – Hendon Central (Northern Line) school community and in the wider world). Academic Type of school rigour is combined with in-depth Torah study, Jewish orthodox academy with separate campuses incorporating values such as chesed (caring, kindness) for Boys’ and Girls’ School. and tzedokah (charity). The ethos of Hasmonean High School is based Supplementary Information Form unambiguously on the principles of Orthodox Judaism. A Supplementary Information Form (SIF) is required. At the core of these principles is the recognition Specialism that both the written and the oral Torah are Divine. Business & Enterprise, Leadership Partner School The principles are enshrined in the Shulchan Aruch, Uniform the Code of Jewish Law and its commentaries All students are expected to adhere to the school’s which delineate the laws, customs and values of an uniform policy. Details are distributed to parents in the Orthodox Jewish lifestyle. Welcome Pack It is the school’s aim to maximise the individual capabilities of its students to provide them with Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements the knowledge and skills that will enable them, At Hasmonean we aim to maximise the potential of subsequently, to take their place in society whether every student within a positive, safe and supportive in the worlds of Jewish learning, teaching or social learning environment. Self responsibility is encouraged service, or in the general academic, professional or through rewards and sanctions. Regular attendance business worlds. and punctuality are viewed as crucial factors that contribute to maintaining high academic Headteacher progress and achievement. Support strategies Rabbi D. Meyer – Executive Headteacher include: tracking, monitoring and intervention; Mr A. McClusky – Head of Boys’ School staff mentoring; peer mentoring; pastoral focus on Mrs R. Fink – Head of Girls’ School specific groups; and meetings with the Mashgiach tel: 020 8203 4294 (girls), 020 8203 1411 (boys) and School Counsellor. email: [email protected] A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013 39

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Oversubscription criteria (summary) A. a child must observe and practise Hasmonean follows a two year Key contact school for full criteria Orthodox Jewish traditions Stage 3. Students chose courses

1If there are more applications than the and practices as set out in B2 and enrichment for Key Stage 4, number of places available, places will hereunder. In the event of any and then again for the Sixth Form. be offered according to the following dispute as to whether a child meets A rigorous course of Jewish Studies order of priority: these criteria, the authority of the is compulsory throughout the Key Stages. Enrichment is part of the 1. Orthodox Jewish children who are Rabbis of the Jewish Secondary curriculum at Hasmonean in all year ‘looked after’.* Schools Movement is final groups, especially in Year 9 where

2. Orthodox Jewish pupils 1 B. a child must also have the students can chose to study from Orthodox Jewish Primary parent(s) who: courses such as Mandarin, Aikido, schools with medical or social 1. have a genuine desire for Orthodox First Aid and Photography. Homework grounds for admission to this Jewish schooling, and is set on a regular basis, often as a school in particular. Supporting 2. observe the Sabbath and Holy project. The VLE is also used to set evidence from a suitably qualified Days, adhere to the Dietary Laws and monitor homework. professional will be required and maintain active participation Teaching and learning 3. Orthodox Jewish pupils in an Orthodox synagogue, such from Orthodox Jewish Primary The central focus of teaching synagogue to be one recognised as schools whose siblings are at the and learning at Hasmonean is to raise such by the Rabbis of the Jewish school at the time of admission the achievement of our pupils. We Secondary Schools Movement. are geared towards continuous 4. Orthodox Jewish pupils Waiting list improvement and there are high from Orthodox Jewish Primary expectations for both pupils and the schools who are only or eldest The school will maintain a waiting list teachers. The school is committed children (due to the difficulty until 31 December 2013. Children will to Assessment for Learning whereby in our community for only or eldest be placed on the list in accordance pupils are made aware of the level children to receive a place at a with the above criteria. at which they are working and know Jewish school) Facilities/Extra-curricular activities what to do to reach the next stage. 5. Orthodox Jewish pupils An extensive programme of Teachers are expected to set clear from Orthodox Jewish Primary enrichment is delivered within expectations and model positive schools whose siblings are former and outside the curriculum. An array attitudes to learning to help pupils pupils of the school of clubs run during lunch and after become independent learners who are 6. all other Orthodox Jewish school, and there are numerous committed to lifelong learning and able pupils from Orthodox Jewish societies devoted to volunteering to cope with the demands of adult life. Primary schools and charity work. Education after 16/ 7. all other Orthodox Jewish pupils You and your child’s progress Sixth form curriculum who do not attend an Orthodox Three times a year all students in key Students are given guidance in Year Jewish Primary school stages 3 and 4 are assessed by their 11 to help them select their AS and A 8. all other pupils from Orthodox teachers using a combination of Level subjects. Further Sixth Form Jewish Primary schools who do not in-class activities and tests. They are vocational courses are available. meet the criteria of being ‘Orthodox awarded a National Curriculum level Students at Hasmonean almost Jewish’ but have a genuine desire or GCSE grade. In addition, targets invariably go on to further academic for Orthodox Jewish schooling are set in each subject based on past study of both Jewish and secular 9. Looked after children other than performance which challenge each learning. As well-rounded scholars, those who are Orthodox Jews at their own level. These grades, they are fully equipped for further along with comments and advice, are learning and the world of work * A ‘looked after’ child is a child in the care of a communicated to parents at the end of local authority or provided with accommodation and to take their place in the Jewish by that authority in accordance with Section each term in a concise report. and wider community as active 22 of the Children Act 1989. This definition has and responsible citizens. been widened to include formerly ‘looked after’ Interviews and support are provided children who have been adopted or made regularly to help students achieve subject to a residence special guardianship order. their targets. 40 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013 secu and re a sy pp ea lic , a k ti c o i n u

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Aims and expectations Type of school At Hendon, students come first. Working Co-educational comprehensive academy in partnership with parents and carers we aim to get Supplementary Information Form the best out of every student. This is why we put A supplementary Information Form (SIF) is not learning and teaching at the heart of everything we do. required. Hendon is a happy, vibrant and purposeful school with good relationships between students, and between Specialism students and staff. It is also a busy and exciting Language College school committed to high standards in achievement Uniform and behaviour. What unites us all is the determination Students are expected to wear school uniform to ensure that every student not only achieves their Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements potential, but that every student goes on to take The good relationship between school, parents advantage of the many opportunities that exist for and students is essential in fulfilling the school aims. educated people in twenty first century Britain. All students are expected to achieve a minimum of 97 We also hope that every student will gain a great per cent attendance as there is a proven link between education in a broader sense and will develop interests good attendance and attainment. outside the academic curriculum. We aim to build self‑esteem and train minds to think for themselves. High standards of behaviour are expected and students are made aware of this through our Each individual in our community has different needs Code of Conduct, school rules, and behaviour code. and different aspirations and all have skills to be Effective education is only possible in a well ordered nurtured to fruition. Growth, we believe, is achieved community in which all students feel personally secure through learning and partnership and confident that learning is a valued activity. The Headteacher Home School Agreement sets out the expectations of Kevin McKellar the school, the student, and their family. tel: 020 8202 9004 The Pastoral ethos at Hendon School is strong. Every email: [email protected] student has a tutor who knows the child well and is Transport the main point of contact for parents. The Head of Buses: 83, 113, 143, 183, 186, 240 and 326 Year oversees the general welfare of each year group. Nearest stations: Hendon Central (Northern Line) A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013 41

Oversubscription criteria (summary) 5. the distance of children’s homes contact school for full criteria from the school as measured in a All applicants will take a written test straight line, those living nearer of verbal, non-verbal and numerical being accorded priority. Distance reasoning as the basis of determining will be used as a ‘tie-breaker if bands to ensure an all-ability two or more applicants are equally intake. Allowance will be made qualified for a place in any of the in the consideration of the test above criteria. results for pupils for whom English is Waiting list a second language. A waiting list will be maintained for

1On the basis of the results of the each year group which is updated on test applicants are placed in one of an annual basis and maintained in the three bands: order of the oversubscription criteria. Late applications are only accepted

1Band A: scoring equivalent to the top from parents who have recently moved 25 per cent of the population into the area. These will be treated as a whole – 25 per cent in the same way as other applicants 50 places and arrangements will be made for

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DFE code 302 4752

Admission limit 93 Age range 11 – 18 Students on roll 691 Number of applications Open day 1563 for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Tuesday 10 July 2012 at 9am Wednesday 11 July 2012 at 9am www.hbschool.org.uk The Henrietta Barnett School Central Square, Hampstead Garden Suburb NW11 7BN

Aims and expectations Supplementary Information Form We aim to: A Supplementary Information Form (SIF) is required.

• offer a broad and challenging academic curriculum Specialism with enrichment opportunities and extra-curricular Music College Status activities throughout the school Uniform • encourage students to enjoy learning for its own Years 7 – 11 are expected to wear our School uniform. sake and to support effort and commitment There is no uniforom for the Sixth Form. • encourage students to think independently, discuss openly, develop their gifts and talents, Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements realise their academic aims and know that they We have high expectations for girl’s attendance are achievable and punctuality. • support all students in the development of their A strong and supportive staff team of form tutors self confidence and self-esteem and dedicated key stage co-ordinators provides excellent pastoral care and support to ensure that • encourage students to make a positive difference every pupil can be the best she can be. to the lives of others in and beyond the school • ensure that our environment is dynamic and stimulating and one in which the whole personality can flourish • maintain a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic community that is mutually enriching and generates lasting understanding and respect.

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Oversubscription criteria (summary) the local authority if they wish their literary, mathematical, moral, contact school for full criteria daughter’s name to be entered on the physical, scientific, spiritual Admission is by selection through appropriate list. and technological experiences. entrance tests, and candidates are Facilities/Extra-curricular activities Homework is set for all subjects offered places on the results of the We are located at the heart of the except PE. All pupils are responsible entrance tests. The first 93 places peaceful surroundings of Hampstead for the organisation of their own are offered, by the Local Authority, Garden Suburb. We have well homework. In Years 7 – 9 pupils are on the basis of ranking by entrance equipped classrooms with excellent given homework timetables and diaries test and stated preferences. After 93 Language and IT suites. The Science by their form tutors. places, the waiting list applies. wing has recently been refurbished Education after 16/ The entrance test will consist of with modernised Labs. In 2011 we Sixth form curriculum a verbal reasoning and English will have two new purpose built The Sixth Form is a vibrant and integral paper, and a numerical reasoning buildings housing new Music, Art, part of the school. Sixth Form and Mathematics paper. Tests will take Drama and Technology suites. The students have greater independence place over two days and candidates school also has an outdoor field and freedom within a firm structure of will be invited to sit the tests on one centre in Dorset which pupils spend guidance and support. All our students day only. a week undertaking local field work follow a programme of four or five and outdoor pursuits. Candidates are expected AS Levels leading to three or four A to show competence in skills We have a wide range of lunchtime Levels in Year 13 as a preparation for appropriate to Key Stage 2 English and afterschool clubs, activities university entrance. Students select and Mathematics, and to be able and events including; from a wide variety of subjects and all to apply these skills creatively. study Curriculum Enrichment, for Clubs: Drama, Dance, DT, Arts, which there are numerous visiting The result of the tests will determine Science, History, Debating, Book, Film. speakers and activities. the final rankings. Sports: Netball, Yoga, Football,

1In the event that candidates are equally Hockey, Volleyball, Basketball, Tag ranked the following criteria will be Rugby, Self-defence. used to decide the final placings: Music: Wind band, Big band, Junior • girls who are ‘looked after’ under strings, Vocal ensemble, Senior the provision of The Children’s choir, Chamber orchestra, Smphony Act 1989 orchestra & Concert orchestra. • geographical proximity to the You and your child’s progress School as measured by the London We regularly review targets set for Borough of Barnet. pupils and communicate with parents Waiting list regarding progress, through reports All candidates who have not been and consultation evenings. Information offered a place at the school on on progress and attendance is National Offer day in March will also available on our secure online automatically be put on the waiting reporting system. list in rank order of their test score, Curriculum and homework but only if they have not already Our balanced curriculum exceeds the been offered a place at a higher statutory requirements of the national ranked school. curriculum and allows pupils to pursue The waiting list remains open until the their own interests and challenges end of Year 7 and should a vacancy in a stimulating learning environment. occur during this time the next girl on Pupils study up to twenty different the waiting list will be offered the place. subjects throughout Key Stages Your local authority hold lists for Years 3 and 4 encompassing aesthetic, 8 – 11, and parents must contact creative, human, social, linguistic, 44 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

DFE code 302 5427

Admission limit 180 Age range 11 – 18 Students on roll 1310 when full Number of applications 587 Open evening for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Thursday 4 October 2012 from 3.15pm www.jcoss.org

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Aims and expectations uniform in the Jewish secondary sector. Full details are JCoSS is a high achieving, inclusive cross-communal available on the school website www.jcoss.org Jewish secondary school. We teach and embrace, Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements with equivalence, the full range of practices, values We have high expectations of behaviour, attendance and beliefs of our community and beyond. and punctuality. Our behaviour code is clear, JCoSS students are hard-working, respectful, consistent and positive, rewarding good learning aspirational outward-looking young people who are and behaviour as well as exceptional performance. decent and high achieving Jewish and British citizens. A strong, nurturing system of pastoral support is Acting Headteacher provided by form tutors, Year Learning Co-ordinators, Patrick Moriarty a Student Support Officer and Counsellor. tel: 020 8344 2220 email: [email protected]

Transport Buses: 384 and private coaches from across North London & South Herts Nearest stations: New Barnet (Overground), Cockfosters (Piccadilly Line), High Barnet (Northern Line)

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Oversubscription criteria (summary) the Local Authority’s computerised an additional innovative Jewish contact school for full criteria measuring system. In the event of Education programme for all students a tie, an independent scrutineer (10 per cent curriculum time). All study 1If there are more applications than the number of places available, places will appointed by Barnet Local Authority French and Ivrit at KS3. We operate be offered according to the following will randomly allocate a position for an accelerated KS3 in Core Subjects order of priority: those applicants who live an equal (Maths, Science, English), so that distance from the School most students begin GCSE courses 1. first priority will be given to Jewish in Year 9. children, defined as children who 6. Jewish children of current staff demonstrate, or of whom at for whom there is a demonstrable Home learning is set in all subjects, least one parent demonstrates, skill shortage: Headteacher, often via the Managed Learning commitment to the Jewish faith or Deputy Headteachers, teachers Environment. In Year 7 we expect it involvement in recognised Jewish of Mathematics, Physics, Hebrew, to take about an hour each evening. faith activities. Jewish Education, Design and Technology Teaching and learning 2. second priority will be given to The JCoSS Learning and Teaching ‘Other Faith Children’ defined 7. all other Jewish children Ethos combines our pluralist Jewish as children of whom at least 8. other faith ‘looked-after’ children ethos, Science Specialist Status, one parent can demonstrate and other faith children who were and an inclusive, differentiated commitment to a faith or ‘looked after’, but ceased to be approach to learning. Our aim is that involvement in recognised religious so because they were adopted students not only learn about subject activities. (or became subject to a residence content but reflect on what learning is order or special guardianship order). 3. Any places remaining available will and how they can become better at it. be allocated to any other children. 9. all other faith children Accelerated setting and target-setting 10. other‘looked after’ children 1In the event of oversubscription within from Year 7 ensures stretch, support and children who were ‘looked the above, the following criteria order and challenge for all students. will be used. after’, but ceased to be so because they were adopted (or Education after 16/ 1. Jewish children who are ‘looked- became subject to a residence Sixth form curriculum after’, and Jewish children who order or special guardianship order The JCoSS 6th Form opened in 2012 were ‘looked after’ but ceased to be and has outstanding teaching so because they were adopted 11. all other children. and facilities, with exciting activities (or became subject to a residence Facilities/Extra-curricular activities outside the curriculum and superb, order or special guardianship order). No one walking into JCoSS could fail individual support throughout the vital 2. Jewish children whose social or to be inspired. Our magnificent £48m UCAS process. Our rich curriculum is medical needs are needs that facilities include state-of-the-art ICT, designed to support applications to a the school can reasonably meet sprung-floor dance and drama studios, wide variety of university courses. In and which are such that they outstanding science laboratories and a addition to sciences, languages, the cannot be met sufficiently at learning environment that is second- arts and creative subjects we offer a another school. to-none. range of subjects to take our students 3. Jewish children who have a sibling in stimulating, alternative directions. We have an outstanding range of at the school who will be attending activities at lunchtime, after school the school at the date of admission and in the Enrichment lesson. JCoSS 4. Jewish children attending any of the is a member of the Barnet Schools following schools, namely Akiva, Music Service and the Schools Sport Clore Shalom and Clore Tikva Partnership. There are numerous 5. 18 places for Jewish Children who performance events (music, dance, live nearest to the School with drama) and an annual School those living closest having higher Dramatic Musical. priority. Distance will be measured Curriculum and homework in straight line from the front door JCoSS embraces the National of the child’s home address to the Curriculum, basing around it main entrance of the school, using 46 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

DFE code 302 6905

Admission limit 210 London Age range 11 – 19 Academy Students on roll 1400 Number of applications 442 Open evening for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Thursday 13 September 2012 from 6.30pm www.londonacademy.org.uk London Academy Spur Road, Edgware HA8 8DE

Aims and expectations Specialism Our aims are to: Business, Enterprise and ICT

• provide an education that is meaningful, Uniform purposeful and academically rigorous Students in Years 7 – 11 are expected to wear • encourage high standards of leadership, behaviour uniform. The Academy uniform has been designed and attainment from all students by fostering to be neat, hard wearing and as economical as a sense of community, nurture and care for all possible. All children are expected to take pride its students in themselves and their Academy.

• underpin the curriculum with economic Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements and business understanding Each student at London Academy has their own • emphasise the use of the latest technology self-contained Home Base where they are supported in teaching and learning by their Head of Student Learning, Student Support • foster respect among students for themselves Officer, Personal Tutors and other staff. Each student and others has a Personal Tutor who will work with them setting • develop students self-esteem targets for progress and taking an active interest in their welfare. • build strong links with the business community, locally, nationally and internationally.

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1The admission limit is 210 with an for activities at lunchtime and after curriculum from Year 7 to 13 that additional 5 places in the Speech lessons. Sports include football, rugby, enables students to achieve their and Language Unit (CDSL). badminton, table tennis, basketball, full potential. Homework is an sailing, hockey, athletics, cricket, essential part of a student’s academic

1If there are more applications than the weight training, tennis, netball, dance development and is set regularly number of places available, places will and rounders. The Academy enjoys from Year 7. be offered according to the following a good deal of success in a wide order of priority: Education after 16/ range of inter-academy competitions. 1. children who are ‘looked after’ Sixth form curriculum We also have a multi-gym and a and children who were ‘looked At post-16 we recognise that students climbing wall. Students can opt to play after’, but ceased to be so because have different desires or designs. golf, go canoeing and sailing and go they were adopted or became Some have clear ideas on careers dry slope skiing. subject to a residence order or they wish to follow at 17 or 18 whilst special guardianship order under Other clubs and activities include others have plans to move onto Higher the provision of the Children Act Dance, Homework Club, Sailing, Steel Education. In order to meet these 1989. Pans, Youth Band and Self Defence. different demands we offer different 2. siblings at the academy (siblings You and your child’s progress pathways which lead to Advanced Levels, Applied ‘A’ Levels or vocational would include half, step, adoptive Regular consultations are organised qualifications. All students are and foster siblings provided they between teachers and parents expected to take advantage of the also live at the same address as to discuss individual student optional enrichment courses available. the applicant). It will also include progress and to set achievable but siblings of former students provided demanding targets. they completed their education at the end of year 11 or in Sixth Form 3. students in the defined catchment area: in the case of oversubscription, geographical location will be used as the tie breaker. Distance will be measured in a straight line from the child’s home to the entrance to the Principal’s office with those living closest being given priority 4. students whose parent has been employed at the academy for two or more years at the time at which the application is made and children of staff who have been employed to fill a post for which there is a demonstrable skill shortage 5. for students who live outside the defined catchment area, priority will be given to those who live nearest to the academy. Distance will be measured in a straight line from the child’s home to the entrance to the Principal’s office. Admission to the CDSL is by relevant statement of educational needs. 48 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

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Admission limit 240 Age range 11 – 18 Students on roll 1688 Number of applications 1629 Open evening for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Thursday 27 September 2012 from 3pm www.mhchs.org.uk Mill Hill High School Worcester Crescent, Mill Hill NW7 4LL

Aims and expectations Uniform The school aims to provide children with a safe, Students are required to wear our distinctive uniform stimulating and challenging environment in which in the traditional manner, for example, collars to develop their talents and abilities and to learn buttoned, ties in place and shirt tails tucked in. to care for others and for their environment. Students We have a no-jewellery rule. are expected to try to learn, to try to help others Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements to learn and to try to be a pleasure to teach The school believes that every child matters, and to know. While all members of the school irrespective of their circumstances and that therefore, community, adult and child, are expected to treat each every child will be provided with a full range of support other with respect, there is an explicit expectation in order to help them be a successful learner. However, that students will be respectful to their elders, be they every child is also required to take full responsibility for teachers, other staff, contractors, visitors or members their behaviour and to show consideration towards the of the general public, both in school and out. learning and well-being of others. Headteacher Geoffrey Thompson tel: 08444 772424 email: [email protected]

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1If there are more applications than the If there are more than 60 places student’s educational experience at number of places available, places will remaining, 60 places will be allocated MHHS. It offers girls and boys the be offered according to the following as above and any remaining places opportunity to develop skills which order of priority: will become additional geographical they need to become independent 1. children who are in public care, proximity places, under Criterion 2. and successful learners; it can under the provision of the Children consolidate the learning which takes If there are fewer than 60 places Act 1989, or who were in public place during the school day and it remaining, all remaining places care but ceased to be so because helps to improve students’ personal will be allocated on the basis of they were adopted (or became organisation and study skills. technological, musical and dance subject to a residence order or aptitude in the proportions 2/5 (two You and your child’s progress special guardianship order). fifths) to technology, 2/5 (two fifths) Contemporaneous on-line reporting 2. a maximum of 90 (ninety) pupils to music and 1/5 (one fifth) to dance, is being introduced. Parents of Year 7 will be admitted on the basis any odd places being allocated first students are invited to meet their of geographical proximity, as to technology and then to music. children’s tutors in early October measured, in a straight line and a full Parents’ Evening takes place The total number of places allocated from the Head’s office to the pupil’s in March. There are regular progress under criterion 4 will not exceed 60, recognised permanent home checks and parents are informed even if some of the 60 places also address and place of residence of any concerns and encouraged have places under criterion 1, 2 or 3. at the time of the closing date for to communicate concerns of applications to the school. The 90 The School Admissions Code requires their own. places will include any applicants schools to conduct any aptitude who could be admitted under Teaching and learning tests or auditions and to report the other criteria. We seek ever-improved ways of results to parents before parents make removing barriers to children’s learning 3. applicants who have an elder applications for other schools. Tests and of finding teaching methods sibling who is on the school roll and auditions for technology, music which are suited to each individual at the time of the closing date for and dance places, widely publicised child’s needs. applications to the school, and who in the local press and by primary is permanently resident at the same schools, take place towards the end Education after 16/ address, will be offered places. of Year 5. Sixth form curriculum applicants who have an elder sibling Facilities/Extra-curricular activities Year 11 students are offered places who is on the school roll at the time providing they have previously of the closing date for applications Though we are very short of space, we displayed a positive attitude to study to the school and who will be on the are well-off for equipment including IT and a determination to succeed. We school roll when the applicant joins facilities. We have our own attractive offer a wide ranging curriculum, which the school, will be offered places playing fields, with beautiful views over includes an extensive extra-curricular the Hertfordshire hills. Music is quite 4. if there are 60 remaining places programme. exceptional, as is our programme of after allocations under Criteria educational visits. There is first class 1 – 3 and any places allocated drama, dance and we excel in both to children with statements of team and individual sports. Special Educational Needs, those 60 places will be allocated on the basis of technological aptitude* (24),

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Admission limit 180 Age range 11 – 18 Students on roll 1181 Number of applications 1570 Open evening for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Thursday 5 July 2012 from 3pm www.qebarnet.co.uk Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet Queen’s Road, Barnet EN5 4DQ

Aims and expectations houses, and they remain with this group until the The central aim of the school is to produce boys who end of Year 11. Individual discussions between are confident, able and responsible. We believe that boys and their form tutors are a regular occurrence a happy life beyond school and good employment to review progress and involvement. prospects rely as much on good character as on high Recognition and praise underpin the behaviour academic achievement. In addition to the acquisition management strategy, highlighting to pupils the of skills and knowledge, boys are therefore taught standards which are expected. If a pupil’s conduct the importance of good behaviour, a positive attitude falls short of these, sanctions are applied consistently and a genuine respect and concern for others. and fairly. Headteacher Regular attendance is a pre-requisite for effective Neil Enright learning and participation, and is expected as a matter tel: 020 8441 4646 of course. email: [email protected]

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Oversubscription criteria (summary) main school gate, with the closest acknowledged, praised and rewarded contact school for full criteria given the highest rank. for their achievements. Regular There is only one formal point of entry homework supports and augments

1Waiting list to the school and this is at age 11 on the work done in school, allowing boys secondary transfer. Places which become available will the opportunity to enhance qualities of be offered to those on our waiting independent learning. All places will be allocated on the lists in accordance with the published basis of academic ability, established Teaching and learning admissions criteria. by selection tests to be held in the On admission to the school, most autumn prior to the year of admission. Waiting lists will be maintained until lessons are taught to boys in their tutor Each candidate will sit two tests on 31 December 2012. groups (apart from subjects in which the same day. The scores for each Facilities/Extra-curricular activities safety or effectiveness of delivery test will be standardised, and then demands a smaller group size). This The school is housed on a 23 acre combined. Candidates will be listed gives an opportunity for a common site adjoining the green belt, making in the rank order of their combined basis of knowledge to be established a pleasant educational setting. The scores. Those candidates achieving whilst friendships are being formed. facilities are continually upgraded, with the combined score set out in the Thereafter boys are placed in sets the most recent additions being an school’s Admissions Guide for Parents, in each subject according to academic eight lane indoor swimming pool, a or higher than this score, will be ability so that teaching can be targeted large multi-purpose hall, new computer deemed to have met the standard and learning enhanced. rooms and a new independent learning required by the Governors to be centre for Sixth Form pupils. Education after 16/ eligible to be considered for admission Sixth form curriculum to the School. Achieving this standard There is a vast range of extra- The very large majority of pupils is not a guarantee that a place will curricular activities available through stay on into the Sixth Form where be offered. the house system, subject-based typically they start four AS level clubs and societies and competitions

1Prior to the deadline for making courses. In addition to the full range on a local, national and international applications to schools, parents will of subjects available at KS4 there scale. It is expected that there will be informed of the outcome of the are courses in Sociology, Economics be something of interest for all, selection tests. & Business, Further Mathematics and every boy is encouraged strongly They will be told either that: and Politics. Pupils also take an to participate. a. Their son has achieved a score enrichment course from a range which meets the standard You and your child’s progress including Critical Thinking, Extended required by the Governors, We recognise that education is Project Qualification, Financial Services and is therefore eligible a partnership between home and Sports Leader Award. to be considered for admission and school, and that full involvement of to the School parents and harmony of expectations are vital to a boy’s success. Regular

1or that: briefing evenings are held and parents a. Their son has achieved a are kept updated on the progress of score which does not meet their sons frequently. Communication the standard required by is encouraged through the use of the Governors, and that diaries and organisers which we ask he is therefore not eligible parents to monitor on a weekly basis. to be considered for admission Curriculum and homework to the School. Throughout the school all boys

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Admission limit 180 Age range 11 – 18 Students on roll 1163 Number of applications 628 Open evening for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Thursday 20 September 2012 from 6pm www.qegschool.org.uk Queen Elizabeth’s Girls’ School High Street, Barnet EN5 5RR

Aims and expectations Specialism We aim to: Media Arts, Mathematics and Computing

• establish an ethos of high expectation and high Uniform achievement in work and behaviour Full details are on the school website. • ensure each of our girls achieves her best Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements and develops a sense of self-confidence and The school has high expectations of behaviour self-esteem in and out of lessons and promotes full attendance. • provide a quality of experience which respects There is a specialist Head of Year 7 to support each student as an individual who is valued for transition. Pupils are in tutor groups of about 25. her talents, be they academic, social, cultural or sporting • enable every girl to respect other people and value their diversity • encourage each student to contribute positively to the school and wider communities

Headteacher Kate Webster tel: 020 8449 2984 fax: 020 8441 2322 email: [email protected]

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Oversubscription criteria (summary) relevant, the remaining child(ren) Teaching and learning contact school for full criteria would be retained automatically on The school was judged ‘Outstanding’ the particular school’s waiting list 1If there are more applications than the by Ofsted in November 2007. number of places available, places will and would have priority should any High standards of teaching be offered according to the following vacancies arise at that school. and learning are our highest priority order of priority: Facilities/Extra-curricular activities with the aim of developing successful, 1. children applying who are in the independent learners. The school has a full range of care of a local authority and those specialist facilities for curriculum Education after 16/ children who have previously been delivery. The school also has an indoor Sixth form curriculum looked after, meaning children swimming pool. The school Sixth Form is popular who were adopted, or the subject and over subscribed. A wide range of of a residence order or special A wide range of extra-curricular A level courses are offered and some guardianship order, immediately activities is offered at lunchtimes places are available to external following having been looked after and after school. The school is applicants. There is also a one proud of its programme of visits 2. children who, at the time of year course of Additional GCSEs and journeys. admission, have a sibling living at and Maths for those students who the same address in years 7 – 11 You and your child’s progress need a transition to post 16 learning. of the school, (or who is in years The partnership with parents is integral More detail is available on the website 12 –13 if they previously attended to success and is set out in the Home and in Sixth Form prospectus. in years 7 – 11 for at least one School Agreement. Reporting is on year). Siblings would include half, a termly basis, as well as a Progress step, adoptive and foster siblings Review Day and Parents’ Evenings. provided they also live at the same address as the applicant Curriculum and homework 3. remaining places are offered on a The school offers a broad geographical basis, with priority and balanced curriculum based on the given to those who live closest National Curriculum. Home learning to the school when measuring is an integral part of the curriculum distance in a straight line. Distance and will take a range of different forms, is measured between the address often using ICT and/or the Managed point for the child’s home, supplied Learning Environment. There is a by the Royal Mail, to the school’s full range of GCSE and vocational main gate using the Council’s subjects at Key Stage 4 and we computerised geographical review the offer in line with curriculum information system changes and demand each year. Tie Breaker – distance will be used as a tie-breaker within each category. Final Tie Breaker – applicants from the same block of flats, or applicants who live the same distance from the school will be selected in random order and places will be offered accordingly. Applications made on behalf of twins or triplets – when the over-subscription criteria are applied to applications made on behalf on twins or triplets, they will be selected in random order and places will be offered accordingly. This could result in one (or two) children in a family being offered a place but not the other(s). Where 54 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

DFE code 302 5407 VERITAS Admission limit 180 Age range 11 – 18 Students on roll 1100 Number of applications 480 Open evening for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Tuesday 11 September 2012 from 6pm www.st-james.barnet.sch.uk St James’ Catholic High School Great Strand, Colindale NW9 5PE

Aims and expectations Uniform Our Catholic faith based on Christian values is the Students in Years 7 – 11 wear school uniform basis of everything we do and permeates the school which consists of a black blazer with school badge, community and the curriculum. St James’ aims black trousers, grey tartan kilt (girls), white shirt, to provide an education which combines academic school tie, black v neck pullover (optional), black excellence with the development of the whole person. shoes (not trainers). Sixth Form students wear Our aim is to develop students spiritually, academically, business dress. morally, emotionally, culturally and socially so that they Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements are well equipped to become responsible citizens, Students’ attendance is well above the national contributing to society and the Church in 21st Century. average. Our school rules and code of behaviour are Headteacher based on respect and responsibility. We motivate Niamh Arnull and encourage students through our rewards system tel: 020 8358 2800 termly, achievement assemblies and annual prizegiving email: [email protected] ceremony. A strong system of pastoral care is provided by form tutors whose work is co-ordinated Transport by a Head of Student Learning for each year group. Buses: 204, 303, 632 Nearest stations: Colindale (Northern Line)

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Oversubscription criteria (summary) observer will be used to determine Curriculum and homework contact school for full criteria which child will be admitted under the Students follow the National criterion in question. 1If there are more applications than the Curriculum in Years 7 – 11. Homework number of places available, places will In the event of there being only one is set in each subject according to a be offered according to the following place left available for an applicant homework timetable. Year 7 students order of priority: and the next candidate is part of an are expected to do one hour per night. 1. Catholic ‘looked after’ children application concerning a multiple birth The amount increases as students and Catholic children who have in accordance with the above criteria, progress through the school. been adopted (or made subject then the Governors will admit all of the Teaching and learning to residence orders or special children concerned. Actively engaging students in their guardianship orders) immediately Waiting list learning is the cornerstone of teaching following have been ‘looked after’ The school will maintain a waiting at St James’. Teachers strive to inspire 2. practising Catholic children with a list which will remain open until 31 students and kindle in them sparks brother or sister in the school at the August 2014. Applicants will be of curiosity through high quality time of admission invited to have their names placed on and carefully chosen learning activities. 3. practising Catholic children living the waiting list in accordance with the Lessons are designed to be exciting, closest to the school with places above criteria. Late applicants will be relevant and provide high challenge being offered on a geographical treated in a similar way. at every level of ability. Progress is basis measuring distance carefully and regularly monitored in a straight line from the school. Facilities/Extra‑curricular activities and students are given support in their Distances are measured between St James’ provides an environment learning enabling them to achieve the address point for the child’s conducive to learning, is equipped to a their potential. home, supplied by the Royal high standard and is well maintained. Education after 16/ Mail, and the main school gate. Accommodation includes a purpose Sixth form curriculum The distance between these built music centre, sports hall, gym, points is calculated using the ten science laboratories and three The overwhelming majority of our Local Authority’s computerised drama studios. In addition, recent students stay at school beyond geographical information system building work has provided a Sixth the compulsory stage. In the Sixth Form centre, a dance and drama Form they are joined by a number 4. other baptised Catholics with those studio with a sprung floor, three of students from other schools. living nearest the school being additional ICT suites. St James’ views the Sixth Form as accorded the highest priority an important period of preparation 5. other ‘looked after’ children There is a wide range of activities for the next stage in students’ lives. and children who have been available at lunchtime and after The School takes considerable care adopted (or made subject school which include a variety of in ensuring that students do the very to residence orders or special sports, music, drama, art, homework best for themselves and reach their guardianship orders) immediately and study clubs. full potential. St James’ caters for following having been ‘looked after’ You and your child’s progress all students’ abilities and interests – offering a wide range of AS Level, 6. children of other Christian Challenging subject targets are set A Level and vocational courses. denominations whose application for all students which are closely is supported where applicable by a monitored and reviewed through our minister’s reference with those living mentoring programme. Parents are nearest the school being accorded invited to consultation evenings and an the highest priority annual report is issued to parents 7. any other applicants with those who are encouraged to contact the living nearest the school being school if they have any concerns about accorded the highest priority. their children.

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Admission limit 96 Age range 11 – 18 Q U S IS U Students on roll 750 UT DE Number of applications 467 Open evening for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Thursday 28 June 2012 from 3.30pm & 7pm www.st-michaels.barnet.sch.uk St Michael’s Catholic Grammar School Nether Street, North Finchley N12 7NJ

Aims and expectations Uniform The prime aim of the school is the formation of The school has a distinctive purple uniform, which is responsible and committed Catholic citizens. It seeks the colour of the St Michael’s flower, the Michaelmas to encourage the highest standards in academic Daisy. St Michael’s has a strict uniform policy including achievement, social responsibility and personal skirts (knee-length or lower), the school black coat development in a specifically Catholic environment. and the summer uniform to be worn on specific term times noted on the school calendar. Headteacher Julian Ward Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements tel: 020 8446 2256 ‘Outstanding care, guidance and support contribute fax: 020 8343 9598 to students’ excellent personal development. email: [email protected] Transition, both into school and higher education, is well planned and students settle quickly Transport and confidently’ OFSTED 2008. Buses: 82, 125, 134, 260, 263 Nearest stations: Finchley Central (Northern Line), West Finchley (Northern Line), Woodside Park (Northern Line)

Type of school Girls’ Catholic voluntary aided grammar school

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Oversubscription criteria (summary) (or made subject to residence and other group activities. Societies contact school for full criteria orders or special guardianship of various kinds flourish each year orders) immediately following according to the varied interests of the 1If there are more applications than the number of places available, places will having been looked after girls. The Sports Leadership and the be offered according to the following b. other catholic girls Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme order of priority: are available. c. non-Catholic girls who are looked after under the Curriculum and homework 1Note: within living memory, St Michael’s has always been provisions of the Children Act There is fast academic pace. oversubscribed with candidates who 1989 and non-Catholic girls Opportunities for students’ spiritual fulfill criterion 1. who have been adopted (or moral, social and cultural development made subject to residence 1. Catholic girls: are extensive. As a Christian school, orders or special guardianship the development of spirituality is a • who are baptized and have made orders) immediately following high priority and a strength of the their First Holy Communion in the having been looked after school. A well-organised religious Catholic Church and d. girls from families education programme is very effective • whose parents provide a written practising in other Christian in helping young people to understand reference from the applicant’s parish denominations (supported by a the role of faith in a diverse world. As priest stating that one or both minister’s reference) a result, students learn to work with parents are practising Catholics and value others, develop tolerance Distance from the applicant’s who attend Mass on Sundays with and understand the needs of others. address point, supplied by the Royal the child. Students undertake numerous Mail, to the school’s front door as responsibilities around the school All applicants selected in accordance measured by the London Borough and are excellent role models for each with Criterion 1 will be required to take of Barnet’s measuring tool, is the other. Through their fundraising efforts, written tests in Verbal and Non-Verbal distance tie-break to be applied significant sums of money are raised Reasoning, English and Mathematics. when there is oversubscription within for charities. Following the tests all applicants a category. will be ranked in order starting with Waiting list Parents are very positive about the the highest score. Applicants must work of the school. Many wrote about A Year 7 waiting list is maintained until reach a minimum standard in each the strengths of the school summed 31 December 2013. Candidates are written paper. Places will be allocated up by one parent’s comment, ‘My ranked according to score. The school strictly in accordance with score but daughter has blossomed at this holds a wating list for Years 8 – 11 of in allocating places between two school in academic ability, character Catholic girls who fulfil Criterion 1. or more girls who have an equal and confidence.’ ranking, the Governing Body will give Facilities/Extra‑curricular activities preference for those remaining places, Education after 16/ The school is very well equipped in priority order, to Catholic girls who Sixth form curriculum with an up-to-date Maths/I.C.T. are looked after under the provisions Boys are admitted to the Sixth Form suite, six science laboratories, three of the Children Act 1989 and Catholic and our successful Sixth Form technology laboratories, a computer girls who have been adopted (or made collaboration with Finchley Catholic suite, a language laboratory, a library, subject to residence orders or special High School for boys enables us a music suite, a Sports Hall and a guardianship orders) immediately to offer an exceptionally high number large hall well equipped for Drama, Art following having looked after. of AS and A-level courses, many within and Craft rooms and other practical mixed gender groups. 2. In the unlikely event that the number rooms. There is a fully equipped of such applicants falls below 150 Sixth Form Centre resourced with full in any one year, the governing body Information Technology access. Extra- will invite other applicants to the curricular activities include netball, test giving priority as follows: tennis, badminton, athletics, football, a. Catholic girls who are looked street dance and Outward Bound after under the provisions of the Activities. Exchange visits are also Children Act 1989 and Catholic arranged. There are choirs, orchestras girls who have been adopted and other ensembles as well as drama 58 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

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Admission limit 180 Age range 11 – 18 Students on roll 842 Number of applications Open evening 386 for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Tuesday 18 September 2012 from 6pm Saturday 22 September 2012 from 10am www.thetotteridgeacademy.co.uk The Totteridge Academy Barnet Lane, Totteridge N20 8AZ

Aims and expectations • inspire all students to create a sense of belonging The Totteridge Academy aims to: and responsibility for themselves and others within • develop lifelong learners with the capacity the school and beyond. to become resilient and reflective both Headteacher academically and emotionally Paul Ferrie • facilitate every young person in achieving their tel: 020 8445 9205 potential and beyond email: [email protected]

• develop an innovative and creative approach Transport to both curriculum and pedagogy, facilitated by Buses: 251, 606 the use of technology within, across and beyond Nearest stations: Totteridge & Whetstone (Northern the school Line) High Barnet (Northern Line) • develop a personalised learning experience for Type of school all students based on the belief that all students Co-educational comprehensive academy can achieve • enable all young people to become confident of Supplementary Information Form themselves and in themselves A Supplementary Information Form (SIF) is not required • equip students and staff with the knowledge Specialism and skills to become co-constructors of our Technology and Applied Learning curriculum Uniform • create an inclusive community where respect All students are expected to wear full school uniform. and diversity are valued and celebrated in all This consists of a purple blazer, school tie, white its forms shirt, black trousers/skirt and sensible black shoes. • serve and reflect our community as an outward Details of how to purchase this are available via the facing school serving the needs of all Barnet school website. secu and re a students and families sy pp ea lic , a k t io ic • foster partnership working with a range n u

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1If there are more applications than the In KS3 pupils follow a wide and varied number of places available, places will year group. curriculum that includes all National be offered according to the following The school offers outstanding Curriculum Subjects. Home Learning is order of priority: pastoral care. The work of the form set on a weekly basis in most subjects 1. ’looked after’ children and children tutor is enhanced by the support and fortnightly in others. who were adopted (or subject and guidance for students provided Teaching and learning to residence orders or special by Teaching Assistants, Learning Classes in Year 7 are of mixed ability guardianship orders) immediately Mentors, the school Counsellor and setting is introduced in some following having been ‘looked and the Parent Support Advisor. subjects from the start of year 8. after’. A child looked after is a child The school promotes student support Teaching and Learning also focuses in the care of a local authority or with Sixth Form and Year 10 peer on the skills that are required to be provided with accommodation by mentors for students in KS3. The older resourceful, resilient and independent that authority in accordance with students are trained in Restorative learners and our students take an Section 22 of the Children Act Justice techniques to support the active role in discussing what will make 1989. An adopted child is defined younger students. them more effective learners. We aim by section 46 of the Adoption to maximise the learning achievements and Children Act 2002. A residence Facilities/ of all groups of students. order is defined by section 8 of Extra‑curricular activities the Children Act 1989. A special Education after 16/ As well as a range of general guardianship order is defined Sixth form curriculum classrooms we have a number of by section 14A of the Children specialist teaching areas, including The majority of our Year 11 students Act 1989 five technology workshops, seven IT return to Sixth Form to continue 2. children who, at the time of rooms, eight Science laboratories, their studies. We offer an extensive admission, have a sibling living three specialist art rooms, a learning range of traditional courses, which at the same address who is a resource centre, drama studio, sports include GCE Advanced qualifications pupil in years 7 - 11 of the school, hall, gym, dance studio and weight at AS and A2, as well as an exciting (or who is in Years 12-13 if they training room. range of vocational subjects at level previously attended in years 7 – 2 and 3. The Totteridge Academy is

1We also have the following clubs: 11 for at least one year). Siblings committed to maximising achievement would include half, step, adoptive • Astronomy Club and academic excellence. The majority and foster siblings provided they • Lets Get Cooking Club of our Sixth Form students embark on also live at the same address as university degrees after their time here. • Science and Technology Club the applicant • School Band 3. remaining places are offered on a • Vocal Ensemble geographical basis, with priority given to those who live closest • Drama Club to the school when measuring • Sports Clubs distance in a straight line. Distance • Girls Club is measured between the address • Chess Club. point for the child’s home, supplied by the Royal Mail, to the school’s You and your child’s progress main gate using the Council’s 1We will provide: computerised geographical • termly reports information system • bi-annual Student Review Day Attendance, discipline appointments with parents and pastoral arrangements • target setting Students are placed in tutor groups • parental meetings which are overseen by a Deputy • academic mentoring. Director of Learning and a Director of Learning. It is expected that (as far as 60 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

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Admission limit 150 Age range 11 – 18 Students on roll 803 Number of applications 346 Open evening for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Thursday 20 September 2012 from 6pm www.whitefield.barnet.sch.uk Whitefield School Claremont Road, Cricklewood NW2 1TR

Aims and expectations Uniform We are a truly inclusive comprehensive school that We have high expectations that all students follow the seeks to provide an outstanding education for children schools uniform and dress code in preparation for the of all backgrounds and abilities. world of work.

Headteacher Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements Martin Lavelle We are proud of our inclusive ethos and the fact tel: 020 8455 4114 that Ofsted in May 2012 commented on how our fax: 020 8455 4382 students enjoyed their lessons and valued the positive email: [email protected] relationships they have with their teachers.

Transport Buses: 102, 180 Nearest stations: Brent Cross (Northern Line)

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Admission limit 180 Age range 11 – 18 Students on roll 900 Number of applications 946 Open evening for entry to Year 7 in 2012 Wednesday 3 October 2012 from 5.30 www.wrenacademy.org Wren Academy Hilton Road, North Finchley N12 9HB

Aims and expectations Specialism Our aims are to: Design and the Built Environment

• be an active, celebratory and successful Christian Uniform community serving our local area and beyond Details of the Academy uniform can be seen in the • be an outstanding school, maximising the prospectus and on our website. The uniform is popular academic attainment of all the young people and all students wear it with pride both in school who attend and on their way to and from the Academy.

• be an educational community where everything we Attendance, discipline and pastoral arrangements do is of the highest standard we can achieve The Academy has a house system and vertical tutor • enable young people to succeed in whatever groups. High standards for discipline and attendance forms of activity they possess talent or interest, are core elements of the Academy’s ethos. be these academic, sporting or artistic.

Principal Michael Whitworth tel: 020 8492 6000 email: [email protected]

Transport Buses: 134, 221 Nearest Stations: Woodside Park (Northern Line), West Finchley (Northern Line), New Southgate (Overground)

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Oversubscription criteria (summary) the measured distance in a straight school after 14 December 2012 contact school for full criteria line from the student’s home address will be subject to consideration by to the academy gate on Hilton Avenue, the school and the local authority 1If there are more applications than the number of places available, places will regardless of Borough boundaries. along the lines set out in the Barnet be offered according to the following Points will be allocated as follows: * admissions procedure. order of priority: Children whose parents regularly attend a Church of 2 points Facilities/Extra‑curricular activities 1. young people who are in public England church* Located in brand new buildings care, or who are the subject of Children who attend a Church completed in the Spring of 2010, Wren an Education Supervision Order of England primary school 2 points Academy has an outstanding range of in the London Borough which names the school, Looked learning facilities. of Barnet After Children (LAC) andpreviously Children whose parents Looked After Children. Previously Every student has three hours of regularly attend* any other enrichment activity timetabled every Looked After Children are those Christian denomination who were looked after, but in fellowship** with the Church 1 point week from a wide and exciting menu. ceased to be so because they of England, except those who are of a faith which provides You and your child’s progress were adopted (or became subject secondary schools in Barnet Parents are essential in helping to a residence order or special Children who attend a Church their child to succeed. This process guardianship order. of England primary school 1 point begins with our Home-Academy outside the London borough 2. young people whom the governors of Barnet Agreement and is supplemented and principal accept have an Children who have a brother by termly reporting and Parents’ exceptional medical, social or or sister attending Wren Group Meetings. 1 point educational need for a place at Academy in Years 8 – 11 Teaching and learning Wren Academy. at the time of admission The Academy was judged to be Admission under 1 or 2 will be Waiting list ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted in February considered irrespective of any In addition to their right of appeal, 2011. Approaches to teaching religious affliation. After those admitted unsuccessful applicants can ask to be and learning are both innovative under 1 & 2, remaining places will be placed on the waiting list. Any places and traditional with a high emphasis allocated first to Community places, that become available will be offered on students developing the skills up to a total of 90 places. Those not to those on the waiting list in line to learn independently. Students make offered a place will be considered for with the oversubscription criteria set exceptional academic progress the 90 Foundation places. out above. Curriculum and homework 3. community places will be allocated Late applications to all other applicants regardless The Academy has a broad 5. applications received after the of the faith background of the and balanced subject offer based closing date of 31 October 2012 family. Places will be allocated upon the National Curriculum. We and before 14 December 2012 in preference order using a operate a three year Key Stage 4 will be considered equally with points system with GCSE courses in most subjects those applications received on time starting in Year 9. Home learning is set provided there is a good reason for Children who attend a primary every week in all subjects. school in the London Borough 1 point the late application and provided of Barnet applicants have filled out the Education after 16/ Children who have a brother local authority form as well as the Sixth form curriculum or sister attending Wren 1 point Supplementary Information Form. The Academy Sixth Form will begin Academy in Years 8 – 11 at the time of admission Applications received directly at the when our students reach Year 12 in 2013. 4. foundation places will be allocated * regular attendance at church must have in preference order using a been for at least two years, on at least two occasions per month. A signed statement points system. from the Vicar/Minister will be required in the year before admission. The only exception will For those with an identical points be those families who have moved into the score, preference will be given to those area within the previous year and can provide a Vicar’s/Minister’s statement to confirm that living nearest the academy based on they were committed and regular members of a church in the place where they used to live 64 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

If somebody else’s child lives with you, you need to let us know

If a child is living in your home for more than 28 days and you are not their parent, grandparent, brother, sister or legal guardian you must let us know.

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Further information

In-Year admissions exceptional circumstances should a child be placed outside the correct year group. There are a number of If you wish to apply for a secondary school place potential risks a child could face if placed outside the during the school year because you have just moved correct year, which include the child being required into the area, or your child wishes to transfer from one to join their correct year group at a later date or not secondary school to another, please visit our website being considered for admission to a secondary school for further information and an In-Year application form: because they are outside the normal age range. www.barnet.gov.uk/school-admissions A child may also exercise his or her right to leave school before they have the opportunity to take public Fair access protocol examinations. The decision to place a child out of year Barnet Council operates an In-Year Fair Access lies with the headteacher who will take full account protocol. This means that children, especially the of the risks and ensure that parents understand most vulnerable and those with challenging behaviour, the implications that may arise later in a child’s who are finding it difficult to find a school place will school career. be offered places at suitable schools as quickly as possible. Schools are allocated on a ‘fair share’ Sixth form admissions basis to ensure that no particular school takes Most secondary schools in Barnet have a sixth form a disproportionate nymber of children under the (the exceptions are The Compton School and Friern protocol. All Barnet schools have signed up to the Barnet School). Fair Access Protocol. Children who may be eligible Admission to the sixth form is not automatic for admission under Barnet’s In-Year Fair Access and students will need to have attained the academic protocol include: requirements for the proposed course of study. • refugees/asylum seekers Further information about sixth form admission • homeless children arrangements is available directly from the schools • traveller children and on our website at www.barnet.gov.uk/school- admissions • young carers • pupils who have been excluded Help with travel costs • pupils with a history of seriouis Children in Years 7 – 11 in Secondary Schools attendance problems Most children living in Barnet and starting secondary • children with a disability or medical condition school at 11+ will not be offered help with the cost of • young people known to the police or returging travel because: from the criminal justice system • there will be a suitable school within a three mile • children with Special Educational Needs (but walking distance of the pupils’ home without a Statement of SEN) • children up to 18 years can travel free on all public • children who have been out of school for two buses in the greater London area. months or more The cost and availability of safe, reliable home to school transport is a concern for many parents. Placing children outside their correct Home to school travel arrangements can have a big year group impact on low-income families, particularly those Council policy is that every child should be educated with several children. Barnet’s ‘Home to School in the chronological age group and that only in very and College Transport Policy’ is available upon 66 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

request for parents wishing to apply for support with income (as assessed by the Inland Revenue) that transport. For secondary school children who are does not exceed £16,190 entitled to free school meals, or whose parents are • guarantee element of State Pension Credit. in receipt of maximum working tax credit, transport to any one of the three nearest suitable schools Please note: any family that receives Working Tax between two and six miles can be provided where free Credit is not entitled to free school meals for their travel by bus is unsuitable. children whatever the level of their income.

Students aged 16 and over in school School journeys Years 12 – 13 or colleges Families entitled to free school meals may get financial help from the pupil’s own school for school journeys Students over 16 years and whose families are on that involve an overnight stay away from home. low incomes, may be entitled to a bursary from the 16 – 19 Bursary Fund to help them continue in full-time education. School uniform School uniform plays a valuable role in contributing Further information about the 16 – 19 Bursary Fund to the ethos of a school. While schools are may be obtained from your child’s school or college. encouraged to consider the introduction of uniforms Barnet’s travel policy for students over 16 is available they are also expected to help limit their expense. upon request or at www.barnet.gov.uk/home- Parents on low incomes should not feel that the cost school-college-transport-policy.pdf. For any general of a uniform means that they cannot apply for their enquiries about help with travel from Barnet Council, school of preference. telephone 020 8359 7654. Families having difficulty providing regulation school uniform should discuss this with their child’s school. School meals There is no grant for school uniform available from the • meals are available at midday in every school local authority. The Mayor’s Benevolent Fund may • most secondary schools operating a provide help to parents in receipt of Income Support cafeteria service or Child Tax Credit who have a child transferring to a • set price, two course meals are available as well secondary school. Further information is available on as a variety of individual items 020 8359 2020. • a number of schools now operate a cashless smartcard payment system Contributions to school funds • pupils can bring their own food if they prefer. and to participate in school trips There is no charge or cost related to the admission Free school meals of a child to a school. While parents from low-income families feel concerned about the level of voluntary If you are receiving any of the following, your child will contributions that schools request this should not be eligible for free school meals: deter them from expressing a preference for a • Income Support or Income-Based Job Seekers school. Parents are assured that if they choose not Allowance (IBJSA) to make voluntary contributions their child will not • an income-related employment be disadvantaged. and support allowance • support under part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 • Child Tax Credit (provided you are not entitled to Working Tax Credit), and have an annual A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013 67

Special Educational Needs Barnet Council’s commitment Provision is made in a number of different ways for to plain language children who have been identified as having Special Barnet Council is committed to plain language. If Educational Needs. Support for most pupils is there is anything in this booklet which you do not provided in their local mainstream school. A minority understand, please let us know. of pupils require a higher level of support in specialist The information contained in this booklet was correct provision attached to a mainstream school or in a at 31 July 2012 but it should not be assumed that special school. there will be no changes before the start of, or For more information about the types of support during the school year 2012/13 or in subsequent available in Barnet for pupils with Special Educational school years. Needs, contact the SEN Performance Team on 020 8359 7732.

School attendance By law, all children of statutory school age, 5 – 16 must receive full-time education. Parents are responsible for ensuring that this happens either by registering their child at school or by making other arrangements which provide suitable education.

Support is available to pupils, parents and schools in order to improve attendance and outcomes for individual young people. If your child cannot or will not go to school you should talk to school staff in the first instance and try to resolve the difficulties. However, if the problem persisits, the Education Welfare Team and the Targeted Youth Support Team provide a service which gives advice and support to the pupil and their family. You can contact an Education Welfare Officer on 020 8359 7684 or the Targeted Youth Support Service on 020 8359 7819. How to contact the Home Education Admissions Team If you want to find out more about educating your Enquiries should be addressed to: child at home, you should contact the Inclusive Admissions Team Education Team on 020 8359 7698. Children’s Service The London Borough of Barnet Building 4 North London Business Park Oakleigh Road South London N11 1NP

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Glossary This section explains some of the terms used in this booklet. These definitions apply except where individual schools define the terms in their admission arrangements.

Admission limit Supplementary Information Form (SIF) is the number of school places that is available is the name of the form you may have to complete in each year group. to be considered for faith schools or selective schools. The school pages of this booklet tell you if a SIF is Admissions criteria required. The form can be obtained from the relevant school and should be returned to that school. are the conditions set by either the council or the governing bodies and are used to decide whether or Copies can also be obtained from the not a place can be offered to a child. Admissions Team or downloaded at www.barnet.gov.uk/directory/10/schools Looked After Children are those being cared for by a local authority as defined by section 22 of the Children Act 1989 or as amended.

Parent is the term used to refer to anyone who has parental responsibility for and care of a child in accordance with the Children Act 1989.

Sibling refers to a brother or sister, half brother or sister, step brother or sister, adopted brother or sister and foster brother or sister living in the same family unit at the same address.

Statement of Special Educational Needs is the statement prepared for a small number of children who have Special Educational Needs. The statement is prepared in accordance with the Education Act of 1996 and gives details of the child’s special needs and the provision that will be made to meet these needs. Parents are given a copy of the statement and will be involved in the review process. A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013 69

Secondary schools in other local authorities The following is a list of schools in other authorities most of which are within three miles of the Barnet borough boundary.

If you are interested in any of these schools, please Preston Manor High School contact the relevant local authority to obtain more Carlton Avenue East, Wembley HA9 8NA information about the school and its Admission policy. Queen’s Park Community School Brent Aylestone Avenue, London NW6 7BQ School Admissions Service, Brent Council St Gregory’s Science College Chesterfield House, 9 Park Lane, Wembley HA9 7RW Donnington Road, Kenton HA3 0NB tel: 020 8937 3110 www.brent.gov.uk/admissions The Crest Boys’ Academy Crest Road, London NW2 7SN Alperton Community School Ealing Road, Wembley HA0 4PW The Crest Girls’ Academy Crest Road, London NW2 7SN Ark Academy Bridge Road, Wembley HA9 9JR Wembley High Technology College East Lane, North Wembley HA0 3NT Capital City Academy Doyle Gardens, London NW10 3ST Camden

Education Department Claremont High School Crowndale Centre Claremont Avenue, Kenton HA3 OUH 218 – 220 Eversholt Street, London NW1 1BD Convent of Jesus & Mary Language tel: 020 7974 1625 College (Girls) www.camden.gov.uk/admissions Crownhill Road, London NW10 4EP Acland Burghley School The Copland Community School Burghley Road, London NW5 1UJ & Technology Centre Cecil Avenue, Wembley HA9 7DU Camden School for Girls Sandall Road, London NW5 2DB JFS The Mall, Kenton HA3 9TE Hampstead School – Technology College Westbere Road, London NW2 3RT Kingsbury High School Princes Avenue, Kingsbury NW9 9JR 70 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

La Sainte Union Catholic School (Girls) Southgate School Highgate Road, London NW1 8AS Sussex Way, Cockfosters EN4 0BL

Maria Fidelis Convent School (Girls) Winchmore School North Gower Street, London NW1 2HR Laburnham Grove, Winchmore Hill N21 3HS Parliament Hill School (Girls) Highgate Road, London NW5 1RL Haringey

Admissions Service Enfield 1st Floor, 48 Station Road, School Admission Service London N22 7TY PO Box 56, Civic Centre, Silver Street, tel: 020 8489 1000 Enfield EN1 3XQ www.haringey.gov.uk/schooladmissions tel: 020 8379 5501 www.enfield.gov/admissions Alexandra Park School Bidwell Gardens, London N11 2AZ Aylward Academy Windmill Road, Edmonton N18 1NB Fortismere School South Wing Tetherdown, London N10 1NE Broomfield School Wilmer Way, Southgate N14 7HY Greig City Academy High Street, London N8 7NU Chace Community School Churchbury Lane, Enfield EN1 3HQ Heartlands High School Edmonton County School Lower School Station Road, London N22 5QH Great Cambridge Road, Enfield EN1 1HQ Highgate Wood School Enfield County School (Girls) Lower School Montenotte Road, London N8 8RN Rosemary Avenue, Enfield EN2 0SP Hornsey School for Girls Enfield Grammar School (Boys) Inderwick Road, London N8 9JF Market Place, Enfield EN2 6LN Park View Academy Highlands School Langham Road, London N15 3RB Worlds End Lane, London N21 1QQ St. Thomas More Catholic School The Latymer School Glendale Avenue, London N22 5HN Haselbury Road, Edmonton N9 9TN Woodside High School St Anne’s Catholic High School White Hart Lane, London N22 5QJ for Girls Lower Site London Road, Enfield EN2 6EL A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013 71

Harrow Hertfordshire

School Admissions Service Admissions and Transport Team Civic 1, Civic Centre, County Hall (CHR102) Harrow HA1 2WY Pegs Lane tel: 020 8901 2620 Hertford SG13 8DF www.harrow.gov.uk/schooladmissions tel: 0300 123 4043 www.hertsdirect.org/admissions Bentley Wood High School 1 Bridges Road, Stanmore HA7 3NA Bushey Meads School Coldharbour Lane, Bushey, WD23 4PA Canons High School Shaldon Road, Edgware HA8 6AN Chancellor’s School Pine Grove, Brookmans Park AL9 7BN Harrow High School & Sports College Gayton Road, Harrow HA1 2JG Dame Alice Owen’s School Dugdale Hill Lane, Potters Bar EN6 2DU Hatch End High School Headstone Lane, Harrow HA3 6NR Hertswood School Cowley Hill, Borehamwood WD6 5LG Park High School Thistlecroft Gardens, Stanmore HA7 1PL Loreto College Upper Lattimore Road, St Albans AL1 3RQ Salvatorian College (Boys) High Road, Harrow HA3 5DY Mount Grace School Church Road, Potters Bar EN6 1EZ The Sacred Heart Language College (Girls) High Street, Wealdstone HA3 7AY Yavneh College Hillside Avenue, Borehamwood WD6 1HL Whitmore High School Porlock Avenue, Harrow HA2 0AD 72 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

Other useful contact details This section contains details and contact numbers for organisations who may be able to offer you assistance with your application.

ACE (Advisory Centre for Education) Independent schools ACE is a national charity that provides free indpendent Information on independent schools is available advice and information to parents and carers on the from ISC (The Independent Schools Council) at admissions process and a wide range of school- www.isc.co.uk based issues, including bullying, exclusion, SEN and attendance. For advice, call the ACE Advice Line National Curriculum on 0808 800 5793, Monday – Thursday, 10am – 4pm. Details can be found at: For further information visit www.ace-ed.org.uk www.education.gov.uk/schools/ teachingandlearning/curriculum/secondary/ Boarding schools If you want further information about boarding Ofsted reports schools, contact SBSA (State Boarding Schools Ofsted reports on schools can be found Association) through their website: www.sbsa.org.uk on the internet at www.ofsted.gov.uk and at Hendon Reference Library. You can Department for Education (DFE) download the reports for Barnet schools by visiting For general enquiries contact 0370 000 2288. www.barnet.gov.uk/schools If you would like to obtain information on school performance tables telephone 0800 242 322 or visit School prospectuses www.education.gov.uk/performancetables. Secondary schools produce a prospectus each If you would like to order other DFE publications year that tells you more about the school. Contact telephone 0845 60 222 60 or visit www.education. individual schools to obtain a copy or download a gov.uk/publications. All information can be accessed copy from their websites. You can access all our through the DFE website: www.education.gov.uk schools’ websites from our schools directory at www.barnet.gov.uk/schools A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013 73

Travelling to school When choosing a new school it is good to also consider how your child will travel to school.

Each school has a School Travel Plan (STP) which Cycling and scootering explains what the school is doing to encourage pupils Contact the school to find out if they encourage and their families to travel more sustainably, such as cycling/scootering and whether there is cycle walking, cycling or using public transport. and scooter storage available. The school may have You can ask to see a copy of the school’s travel plan a cycling/scootering policy explaining rules for pupils or you may find it on the school’s website. who wish to cycle or scooter. You could also ask the school if they will be organising any cycle training for To find out more, pupils and /or their families. If not, you can arrange email: [email protected] for private cycle training for your child and/or yourself or phone 020 8359 7603 by finding a local, nationally accredited instructor at or visit the STP website: www.barnetstp.org www.dft.gov.uk/bikeability. Please note there will be a charge for the training. London cycle maps Walking can be seen online or ordered from the TfL website It is recommended that young people take 15,000 www.tfl.gov.uk steps a day, so walking to school can contribute The Council also has cycle guides giving advice on to this, as well as giving opportunities to develop road key routes to some secondary schools in the borough. safety skills and a chance to talk and socialise with The maps can be found at the following website: families and friends. For directions and a map showing www.barnetstp.org/parents.php how to walk to any location go to: www.walkit.com. Car sharing Public transport Some schools coordinate car sharing lists so you 11-15 year olds can travel free on buses at all times could enquire if the school can help you to find but need an 11-15 Oyster photocard called Zip. another family to car share with. Further details can be found on the Transport for London website www.tfl.gov.uk Park and stride

The website also has a travel planner that can help Many schools have identified possible park and stride you to plan your route to school. locations where parents/carers can park their cars and children walk the final part. Upgrade – sustainable travel transition materials Park and ride Upgrade booklets, available on request to Year Alternatively you could drive your child part of the way 6 pupils and their parents/carers, have useful before they catch a bus the remaining way. information and advice about a range of ways to travel to school safely and actively. Sustainable Modes of Travel Strategy (for children and young people) For more information visit their website: www.upgrade7.org.uk The Council has a legal duty under the Education and Inspections Act (2006) to promote sustainable For copies of the booklets, travel. The Sustainable Modes of Travel Strategy email: [email protected] (for Children and Young People) can be found at: or phone 020 8359 7603 www.barnet.gov.uk/smots 74 A guide to secondary education in Barnet 2013

Choice Advice Service Choosing a school for your child can be a stressful time and the experience can lead to some families feeling confused and worried by the whole process.

There is a lot to think about, decisions to make The Choice Advisor can help by: and forms to fill in. The Choice Advisor can help you • explaining how the admissions process work understand the system. • explaining the admissions criteria for different types of school What is the Choice Advice Service? • providing a wide range of information about • the Choice Advisor can offer individual support local schools and guidance so that you can make the most informed choice of secondary school for your child • helping you to complete your application form either online or on paper • the Choice Adviser may also provide support to parents/carers with the appeals process • advising and supporting you if you do not get offered your preferred school. • the Choice Advisor can offer you free and impartial advice and support. However, the Choice Advisor How to contact the Choice Adviser cannot make decisions for you or guarantee a place at a particular school. tel: 020 8359 7637 email: [email protected] FYI FYi is a Barnet’s young people’s information service, which provides advice and guidance for families, children and young people up to the age of 20.

FYi hold extensive information on a range of For further information please visit issues including: www.barnet.gov.uk/fyi or contact us on • registered childcare in Barnet 0800 389 8312 or [email protected] • schools and colleges, including school admissions • parental support and courses • financial suppport available to help to pay for childcare • careers in childcare and childcare qualifications • advice on starting and running a childcare business • Directme - a family information directory containing many local activities and organisations

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