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Brockington Bulletin September 2017 Edition GCSE Results Day August 2017 Welcome Back: I hope that everyone had a enjoyable summer with their family and I welcome the new Year 7 parents/carers to . Your children have settled very quickly into secondary school life and we look forward to working with you and them over the next five years.

GCSE Results: Our first ever ‘all-though’ cohort at Brockington College have now settled into apprenticeships, training, sixth form colleges and further education colleges following their GCSE results. We are very proud of their achievements at GCSE level and of their development as individuals. Some of the headline data can be seen in the bulletin.

Mr Chris Southall , Top Tips for Success at School: There is some really good advice that we can offer to all pupils and parents about GCSE success. All of our most Principal successful pupils had the following in common:  Very high school attendance (pupils with the highest attendance rates gained the highest grades. FACT).  Very high standards of behaviour. (The better the pupil’s behaviour, the better the results. FACT).  Independence. (Our highest achievers made sure that they were prepared for lessons and exams. They sought out opportunities to develop their knowledge and revise independently. FACT).  Hard work (Our pupils got the grades that they deserved. FACT).  Supportive parent/carers. (The parent/carers of our successful pupils attended all parental events, asked us pertinent questions about their child’s work and trusted and backed the college if it was ever needed. They encouraged their child to have high standards and praised them when they did. FACT).

I am sure you will agree that the route to success, as described above, is pretty obvious. On behalf of the college, we can predict now how successful your child will be in their GCSE results. We always report on these standards to you because of the effect that they have upon your child’s success at school, their potential for career progression and often, their future happiness. You will note that academic ability/intelligence is not one of the factors. This element is clearly an advantage, but counts for nothing without all other elements. Additionally, years of educational experience has taught me that the potential of the younger generation is realised only through diligence, hard work and application. In other words, all our youngsters have the potential to be successful. School Uniform: You could not fail to be aware that we have insisted upon higher standards of uniform this year. In a nutshell, we expect skirts to be pleated and 18 inches in length and trousers to be tailored and loose - fitting. Jewellery is limited to one small stud in each ear and a small nose stud if in Years 9-11. Our uniform policy has been deliberately designed to be cost effective, easy to wear and easy to maintain. We have done everything possible to consider pupils and parents/carers). Despite this, we still do have a small minority of pupils and parents/carers who seek to push the boundaries of our uniform policy. We spend too much time dealing with such issues and it will unfortunately and ultimately result in a more formal and expensive school uniform for all. Please fully support the school, to avoid this conclusion.

Notable Visitors: We will be welcoming two high profile visitors to Brockington College this term. Alberto Costa MP for Blaby will be visiting to discuss local and national politics with a range of pupils. Also, we will be hosting a visit from The Right Reverend Martyn Snow, Bishop of Leicester. The Bishop will be visiting in order to take a school assembly, to bless our stained glass windows, and then subsequently to be involved in a discussion with pupils on, ‘A Christian view on modern society’. We are very grateful to both for agreeing to visit us.

Sad News: We are really sorry to have to share the news of the passing of two Brockington stalwarts. Liz Durrance was a well-respected and long-serving former teacher and Governor of Brockington College and I know that a lot of current parents/carers will remember her fondly. We also have to unfortunately relay that Dawn Bingley, a member of our catering team, has also recently passed. Dawn was a popular member of the team with colleagues and pupils. We send our condolences and thoughts to her daughter, Maddy, who also works at the college, to her sons Joe and Sam who only left the college as pupils in July and to her husband, Stuart.

Chris Southall, Principal

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More News Matters & Reminders and Dates Child Protection and Safeguarding

At Brockington College we aim to safeguard and promote our students’ welfare, safety and health by Mrs Durrance fostering an open, caring and supportive climate. Student welfare is of paramount importance to us. It is with much regret, that we have to announce the death of a former Brockington College teacher, Liz Durrance. If you have safeguarding concerns about the safety or welfare of a young person or family, please contact the school on 0116 2863722 and ask for one of the school’s Designated Safeguarding Leads: Liz retired from Brockington College in 2009 after 39 years’ service. Mrs Durrance (previously Mrs Harrold), was a much-loved teacher and Mrs S Lawrence, Miss C Darby, Mrs V Carr, Miss S Heggs or Mr C Southall. If it is related to internet use or colleague at Brockington College who touched many people’s lives. e-safety at the college the lead is Mr Wilson. Passionately devoted to doing the best for her students she would do all she could to make them happy and successful. She will be sadly missed. Voice It Parents’ Forum Mrs Lawrence - Assistant Principal/SENCo

Voice It was launched after a Brockington Anti-Bullying Survey revealed that Meeting students felt that it was not easy to register a concern or report bullying to Year 6 Open Mornings Monday 25 September 2017 8.45 am to 9.45 am adults, both at home and school. One reason for this was that they did not All parents are very welcome Tuesday 26 September 2017 8.45 am to 9.45 am feel brave enough to have the conversations face to face and felt it a very to be a part of the parents’ Wednesday 27 September 2017 8.45 am to 9.45 am daunting idea to have to sit and discuss their worries. Our system can be forum which meets half-termly anonymous or students can leave their names. It makes it easier for pupils to at the college. Year 5 and 6 Open Evening Wednesday 27 September 2017 6.00 pm to 8.00 pm log concerns about bullying, anti-social behaviour and any other concerns (All prospective pupils, parents and carers are welcome) they may have in and around the college. The system has proved to be Meetings last for one hour and highly effective and is used on a regular basis. Students can use the ‘Voice typical meetings involve a Parents’ Forum Meeting Tuesday 10 October 2017 6.00 pm to 7.00 pm boxes’ outside of the Pastoral Office or in the library, or they can use the briefing by a senior member online form accessed through the school website. Their concerns are then of staff with the opportunity Year 7 Consultation Evening Wednesday 11 October 2017 4.30 pm to 7.30 pm passed to the relevant Head of Year and Pastoral Manager to deal with and for parents to ask questions (Form Tutors Only) resolve the issues. and provide feedback. Year 11 Consultation Evening Wednesday 1 November 2017 4.30 pm to 7.30 pm Refreshments are always To find out more or log a concern please visit the school website or the available! following link http://goo.gl/j4Sl4n. Year 11 Mock Exams Monday 4 December to The first meeting this year is Friday 15 December 2017 Summary of Issues this Year on:- Year 9 Consultation Evening Wednesday 6 December 2017 4.30 pm to 7.30 pm Peer Issue 1 Dealt with by Head of Year/Pastoral Manager Tuesday 10 October 2017 Parent Query 1 Dealt with by Head of Year/Pastoral Manager 6.00 pm to 7.00 pm Year 9 Parents’ Options Information Evening Wednesday 10 January 2018 6.00 pm to 8.00 pm and Market Place Miss Underwood - Pastoral Manager Chris Southall, Principal Year 10 Consultation Evening Wednesday 11 April 2018 4.30 pm to 7.30 pm

Year 10 Mock Exams Monday 30 April 2018 to PE Transport for Away Fixtures Friday 11 May 2018 Year 7 Consultation Evening Wednesday 23 May 2018 4.30 pm to 7.30 pm From September 2017 pupils will be asked to pay £2.00 for all away sports fixtures. This is due to an increase in the number of fixtures and the increased cost of transport. Thank you Mr Platts - PE Department Year 8 Consultation Evening Wednesday 20 June 2018 4.30 pm to 7.30 pm

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IntroductionMatters and from Reminders the Principal Emergency Inhaler Medication Absence Requests in Term Time We have a number of pupils in school that have been prescribed inhalers by their GP. Regular attendance at Brockington College is vital to each child’s education and development. The school aims for all of its If, in the event of an asthma attack, you wish your child to be given an emergency inhaler please would you students to have 100% attendance and ‘good’ attendance is considered to be 96% or above with no unauthorised absences. It is for this reason that non-attendance (however short or infrequent) is treated seriously. In line with current legislation, complete the emergency consent form, which is on the school website. the school policy is that a pupil leave of absence during term time will only be authorised if proven exceptional circumstances apply. It is also important that: (a) Pupils carry their inhalers with them at all times. Following the High Court ruling on 13 May 2016 (Isle of Wight case) and the recent Supreme Court Judgement on 6 April 2017, the Local Authority will be considering the contents of the judgment and confirming the Local Authority’s position in (b) Inhalers are labelled with your child’s name. light of this in due course. There are no changes to the guidance from the Department for Education and therefore, (c) Expiry dates are checked regularly. Brockington College will continue to notify the Pupil Services Court Team at County Council of unauthorised (d) You consider providing a spare inhaler to be kept in the First Aid room. leaves of absence. At present, Leicestershire County Council considers each case on an individual case-by-case basis and (e) Inhalers are taken by pupils to PE lessons (a small labelled container may help to prevent any loss of decides on any further action.

items). If a child has an unauthorised leave of absence, Leicestershire County Council may issue a parent with a Penalty Notice of (f) Inhalers are taken by pupils on any school trips. £120.00 per parent, per child (discounted to £60.00 if paid within 21 days) or the case could be referred by them directly to a Magistrates’ Court for the purposes of criminal prosecution. If you would like further information or are unsure of procedures, please do not hesitate to ask our School It is hoped that you will take serious consideration of the information outlined above and reconsider your plans to take an Health Co-ordinators: Mrs Childerhouse and Mr Setchell 0116 2863722 (extension 109) unauthorised leave of absence during school term time.

Returning to School After Illness Thank you for your support in this matter. Mrs M Bullivant - Attendance Manager

Following an episode of vomiting or diarrhoea please can we ask that your child does not return to school until Lost Property they have had 24 hours free of any symptoms. Items of lost property are taken to the main college reception. Named items can be returned to the rightful owner.

Parents/carers who wish to come and view lost property should telephone reception (0116 2863722) to make Risk Assessments arrangements to come and do so after college. Due to the volume of lost property, anything remaining after two weeks Following an injury or a period of illness, your child may require a risk assessment prior to returning to college. will be donated to charity. Please call the School Health Co-ordinators to discuss this and if appropriate, to arrange an appointment for a risk assessment. This then ensures that all necessary health and safety measures are put in place to best support Car Access to Main Brockington College Day your child. Year 7, 8 and 9 Year 10 and 11 Mrs Childerhouse and Mr Setchell - School Health Co-ordinators (extension 109) Reception Monday to Friday Monday to Friday

If you are visiting the college by car, Tutor Period 8.40 am to 9.05 am Tutor Period 8.40 am to 9.05 am Emergency Contact Details please park in the main Blaby Road Period 1 9.05 am to 10.05 am Period 1 9.05 am to 10.05 am car park and walk down the Break 10.05 am to 10.25 am Period 2 10.05 am to 11.05 am Please ensure that your contact details are always kept up-to-date and if possible add alternative contacts, such as driveway to reception. Cars should Period 2 10.25 am to 11.25 am Break 11.05 am to 11.25 pm a work phone number, so that we may get hold of you in an emergency. only be driven down the driveway Period 3 11.25 am to 12.25 pm Period 3 11.25 am to 12.25 pm Lunch 12.25 pm to 1.10 pm Period 4 12.25 pm to 1.25 pm to the main entrance if disabled Any new details should be provided to: Mrs Barnes telephone 0116 2863722 Period 4 1.10 pm to 2.10 pm Lunch 1.25 pm to 2.10 pm parking is required. Thank you. or Email [email protected] Period 5 2.10 pm to 3.10 pm Period 5 2.10 pm to 3.10 pm

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IntroductionRS News from and Informationthe Principal

RS News Governor Update

The first meeting of the Governing Board will take place at the beginning of October, at which time the Chair and Vice- Chair of the Board for 2017-18 will be appointed. The Governing Board is also looking to appoint two more foundation governors, who have particular responsibility around caring for the school’s Christian character. Expressions of interest are invited from committed members of local churches who would be interested in joining the Governing Board for a 4-year term of office. If you are interested in becoming a foundation governor at Brockington College and would like to find out more, please contact Rev Jerry Taylor, Member Trustee, on 01455 888679 or [email protected].

Governing Body 2017-18:

Mr R Andrews Mr P Johnson Mrs K Slipp Mrs C Bates Mr L Mayes Mr C Southall Mr M Brown Mr M McAllister Mrs F Speake Mr R Dunnett Mrs S Moseley Mr G Spencer Mrs H Gleave Mrs C Nash Mr J Swinfield-Wells Mrs P Graham Mr U Patel Rev J Taylor Harvest House Mrs E Hawthorne Dr K Saadat Mr M Walton Competition

Important Catering Information IMPORTANT Form tutors this week will be sharing a Spiritual REMINDER Reflection presentation with their forms detailing In the interests of other pupils with nut allergies, please do not include nuts or nut the Harvest House competition. Starting on Friday products in your child’s packed lunch. Thank you. Year 6 Parents/Carers 22 September, pupils are being asked to bring in donations for our local food bank (Enderby Church We would like to remind parents that pupils should not try to purchase food when they Please remember that the work closely with the Braunstone FoodShare). This is also a great way, as a Church of do not have enough money on their catering account. deadline for sending School, to celebrate Harvest Festival. secondary school As from Friday 22 September we will all see House trollies in the courtyard, in which pupils and Balances should be checked regularly. Pupils can check their balance using the loaders located in the admission forms staff can place their non-perishable donations. For every donation made, the pupils will receive a Courtyard and parents can use ParentPay to see the balance on their child’s catering account. to the House Point. The House with the most donations will win an award involving a ‘film week’ during local authority is form time. If pupils do not have the required amount of money for the food they have chosen at lunchtime, they will not be allowed to have it and will be offered a sandwich and a piece of fruit instead, which will Tuesday These collections will come to an end on Friday 13 October when all the items will be transferred need to be paid for the following day. Water fountains are in school so students can have a drink. 31 October to the Food Bank. Pupils will not be able to purchase anything at break if they do not have sufficient funds. Please help us to continue to provide an efficient catering service for our pupils by checking their balance regularly. 2017 Thank you in advance for your kind donations.

Mrs McKenzie Mrs Sidwell - Catering Manager

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Dates, Events, and Achievements Term Dates English School Athletic Brockington College Summer 2017 Association (ESAA) 2017 Track and 20172017--20182018 20182018-2019-2019 GCSE Results Headline Data AutumnAutumn Term Term Field Championship In July 2017, Joseph Thorne, Year 10, took part in the School Opens 30 August 2018 Compared to initial external national data, the cohort has performed very School Opens 29 August 2017 30 August 2018 English School Athletic Association (ESSA) Track and well in terms of raw attainment. This meant that Brockington College was Field Championship in Birmingham. Joseph ran in the MidMid-term-term Break Break 1616 -20 -20 October October 2017 2017 1515 - - 19 19 October October 2018 2018 above national averages in all key boundaries 4+ to 7+. 300 m under-15, boys event against the best in the SchoolSchool Closes Closes 2020 December December 2017 2017 FridayFriday 21 21 December December 2018 2018 country and finished third in his heat, unfortunately missing out on the finals by a mere 0.22 seconds. He ran his heart A summary of this headline data can be seen below: SpringSpring Term Term out and beat his personal best with a time of 37.47 seconds, which a) 13.4% of pupils achieved 7-9 (A*/A) in English and maths School Opens 9 January 2018 Tuesday 8 January 2019 ranked him number one in the East Midlands and number 14 for b) 24% achieved 7-9 (A*/A) in English School Opens 9 January 2018 Tuesday 8 January 2019 the fastest time in the whole of the UK so far this year. MidMid-term-term Break Break 1212 -16 -16 February February 2018 2018 1818 to to 22 22 February February 2019 2019 c) 25% achieved 7-9 (A*/A)) in maths Considering it has only been 4 months since he joined his athletics School Closes 23 March 2018 Friday 12 April 2019 d) 5% achieved 9 in maths, the (top A* grade) School Closes 23 March 2018 Friday 12 April 2019 club, his performance was amazing! The competition was a e) 28% gained 3 A/A* (7-9) grades across their results SummerSummer Term Term wonderful experience for him and will certainly inspire and fuel his fire for athletics for a long time to come. f) 43% gained at least 1 A/A* (7-9) grade SchoolSchool Opens Opens 9 9April April 2018 2018 2929 April April 2019 2019 g) 3 pupils gained a 9 in each of maths, English Language and MayMay Day Day 7 7May May 2018 2018 66 May May 2019 2019 Pupils Fund English Literature. 3 of only 2,000 in the country putting each of MidMid-term-term Break Break 2828 May May - 1- 1June June 2018 2018 2727 May May to to 31 31 May May 2019 2019 Raise for them in the top 0.004% of pupils across the country School Closes 13 July 2018 11 July 2019 School Closes Friday 13 July 2018 Thursday 11 July 2019 Heart Link h) 67% of pupils gained 5 or more A*-C GCSE grades including

Achievements Alex Windram (11L) and her best friend Katie English and maths (national was 57% in 2016) Campbell (11G) decided to take part in Gung- i) 69% of pupils got a 4 grade (C) or higher in both English and Ho 5K Run on Saturday 23 September 2017 Designers of the Rotary Young Chef 2018 and raise money for Heart Link. maths (national 2016: 63%) AchievementsCompetition Time Food Technology j) 79% of pupils got a 4 grade (C) or above in one English GCSE Once again Brockington College will be hosting a Well done girls! Month September competition to find ‘Blaby Meridian Area’ competitors for the local k) 74% got a 4 grade (C) or above in maths

finals held in the Spring of 2018. The winner will receive coaching Every month the Design l) 75% scored a C grade or above in at least 2 sciences and advice from local chef Tony Parris. There will be three/four Department selects a student external judges. m) 85% scored a grade 4 (C) or above in English or maths or both from each year who has shown

exceptional creative and design When? Monday 9 October 2017 from 8.00 am, official start 9.00 am Chris Southall, Principal talent. but you will need 45 minutes to set up.

This month congratulations go to: What? Main meal and a dessert. You will receive £5.00 on the day

towards ingredients; we will need receipts in a named envelope to Year 11 - Mahreen Sheikh Brockington Enrichment Programme issue this.

Year 10 - Simran Arora Autumn Term 2017 Who? Open to Years 9 and 10 only. We have ten places available. Iis now available on the Brockington website and the following link:- Year 9 - Lila Hall Year 8 - Ruby Harmer How do I enter? Reply to Miss Leedham in Food Room 008/email Year 7- Tulsi Simons http://www.brockington.leics.sch.uk/2017/09/autumn-enrichment- only if interested. [email protected] programme-2017/

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Careers Information Sky Academy Trip Work Experience Opportunities We have been in communication with Leicestershire Police who are now advertising/recruiting for their 2018 A group of pupils in Year 11 were invited to the Sky Sports Work Experience Programme. They will be offering two, one-week work experience opportunities for the Academy in London this month. Pupils were chosen as following weeks which is open to Year 10 pupils: they showed 100% commitment in their participation on the Living for Sports programme they completed at 12 to 16 February 2018 (this is during February half term) 2 to 6 July 2018 Brockington. If there are any students interested in applying for this fantastic opportunity, Leicestershire Police are welcoming all enquiries / applications via When we arrived at the Sky Sports headquarters we were email ([email protected]). Further information will be sent on to the students upon receipt of their lucky to be greeted by Kate Grey a Paralympic swimmer enquiry. The main contact is Mr Steve Wisehall. who represented Great Britain for ten years. During that time she competed at the European Championships, World

Championships and the 2008 Beijing Paralympics. She Careers gave the pupils an inspirational talk and made the pupils feel at ease with her advice. As part of our commitment to make sure students are well prepared for their future work careers and give parents an understanding of the labour market , please visit the link below which contains information on the topics:- Our aim was to produce a news report and each pupil was given a role within the group. Costumes were chosen, Top 10 in Demand Jobs Hardest to Fill Graduate Roles Top 10 Future Skills scripts were constructed, cameras were operated and http://www.brockington.leics.sch.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/jobsinfo.pdf editing was performed. Pupils showed great enthusiasm and were growing with confidence as the afternoon progressed. As an extra surprise we were then given a tour and talk of the actual Sky Sports News studios where we saw live news reports being shown and interviews taking place. As we were being informed of the action NHS Careers and Apprenticeships Event: taking place, Kirsty Gallacher appeared and sat at her desk to read reports. Wednesday 25 October 2017 For further details please visit the link https://goo.gl/5roRUQ As we returned to the Academy pupils were shown their final report on the big screen introduced by an actual Sky host Jim White. All who attended were given a Sky Academy USB wristband that had the session on and a Sky Sports goodie bag with numerous gifts inside. National Healthcare Weekend: 18 and 19 November 2017 All pupils commented that they had a wonderful day and enjoyed their experience For further details please visit the link http://www.brockington.leics.sch.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/NationalWeekendFlyer2018.pdf immensely.

“Isaac and Larna, the Sky Sports staff, were friendly and helpful. I was a bit nervous but after a while I came out of my shell”. Are You Able to Help Support Careers Education at Brockington?

“I really enjoyed the news reports as everyone took part. The tour was interesting as As part of our aim to provide pupils at Brockington with a comprehensive careers programme during their time at our school, we would like to they went into detail; I’m glad I went on this trip.” increase the opportunities that our pupils have to interact with people in the world of work. We are hoping that parents/carers/extended family members might be able to help with this, it can range from: “It was fun. I didn’t expect to do what I did today, I really enjoyed it” (a) Providing a written overview of your career (b) Visiting school to talk to pupils about your career “I was unsure of what to expect of the day (c) Being able to host a group of pupils/individual students for a visit to your place of work to start with but as soon as we got told about what we were doing I really enjoyed If you feel that you might be able to support Careers Education at Brockington, please contact Mrs Thorpe or Ms Broadfield. it. The staff were friendly and helpful.” Miss L Reynolds [email protected] or [email protected], Thank you in advance for your support. Mrs R Thorpe

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Performing Arts and Sport Performing Arts Sports Results Here at Brockington College, we recognise the importance that learning to play a musical instrument can have on a young adult. It can help to promote a sense of self-discipline, self-esteem and enhance self-expression/creativity. We, County Trials therefore, encourage as many pupils as possible to start to learn a musical instrument. If you are interested in booking Ellis McBean previously Year 7 came 9th in the County Trials in the 100 m He worked really hard for it! Mr Platts lessons for your child, then please contact the teacher of the instrument you are interested in. They will then send out their information and contracts in order to start lessons with them. If you have any questions, please contact Miss Styles at the school on 0116 286 3722 or via email [email protected] Cross Country (Leicestershire Schools League) Instrument Name of Teacher Contact Details Year 7 Boys Year 8 and 9 Boys Year 10 and 11 Boys Flute Ms Teresa Bexon 01455 239373 | 07791 456054 | [email protected] Mackenzie Bloxham 5th Lachlan Finch 2nd Tom Gibbons th th Keyboard/Piano Mr Ian Maw [email protected] 65 Finishers Antoine Preston 49 Charlie Combey 19 67 Finishers Thibaut Preston 20th Drum Kit Mr Adam Stringer 07941 549962 [email protected] 34 Finishers The next race is at Longfield Academy, Melton on 28 October 2017 Guitar (electric/bass/classical) Mr Dave Jobson 07948 402728 | [email protected] Singing Ms Sarah Woodall [email protected] Clarinet/Saxophone Mr Patrick White [email protected] Boys Football Brass Geoff Newman [email protected] Thomas Estley Violin/Viola Ms Sally Smith [email protected] Year 7 Lost 7 - 2 Year 8 Lost 2 - 1 Year 9 Lost 3 - 1 Year 10 Lost 8 - 1 Year 11 Won 5 - 0 Music Technology South East Creative 07545848841 [email protected] (southeastcreativearts.co.uk) Percussion Mr Kieran O’Riordan [email protected] Girls Netball Violin, Flute, Piano Ms Alison Gates 07720 061856 |[email protected] Thomas Estley Year 7 Lost 33 - 0 Year 8 Lost 10 - 0 Year 9 Lost 18 - 9 Year 10 Lost 14 - 13 Year 11 Lost 13 - 5 Performing Arts - Extra-Curricular Activities Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Girls Football - National Cup KS3 Lunch Closed Closed Keyboard Practice Music Theory 022 Keyboard Year 7 and 8 Versus Charnwood College Brockington: Won 11 - 0 Weeks A and B 022 Practice 022 Year 8 and 9 Versus De Lisle College Brockington: Won 5 - 0 KS4 Lunch KS4 Catch Up Closed Closed Closed KS4 Catch Up Week A 024 024 PE Kit

After School Closed KS4 Catch Up KS4 Catch Up 024 KS4 Catch Up 024 KS4 Catch Up Pupils MUST remember to bring ALL their equipment and PE kit on the day they need it. Telephone calls home will 024 Vocal Group 022 Orchestra 022 024 not be made for forgotten kits and equipment. The PE department has some items of sports wear that pupils may borrow. Please make sure all PE kit is named. Thank you.

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Community

Recycle Adult Learning at Brockington

Recycle and raise funds for the Kash4Kenya meal aid scheme! Don’t We offer a wide variety of both daytime and evening classes for adults in the following curriculum send your unwanted Southtextiles to land Africa fill, 2016 areas: Health & Wellbeing, Arts, Languages, Skills for Life, ICT & Employability and ESOL. recycle them using the textile bank at Our NEW programme of courses for 2017/2018 courses is now starting. Brockington. The Salvation Army will give Why not try something new this year? Year 6 Open Mornings us 50% of the proceeds made from donated textiles. View our complete programme at www.leics.gov.uk/golearn Monday 25 September 8.45 am to 9.45 am So please bring in good quality clean textiles, including curtains, Tuesday 26 September 8.45 am to 9.45 am bed linen, clothing accessories and paired shoes. The textile bank FREE ENGLISH AND MATHS courses (subject to terms and conditions). is situated in the main car park. 70% to 100% discount on course fees is available for those in receipt of certain benefits or with a Wednesday 27 September 8.45 am to 9.45 am low income. Year 5 & Year 6 Open Evening Instalment plans are available for course fees over £50.00.

Wednesday 27 September 6.00 pm to 8.00 pm For more information or to enrol please call 0116 3050360 or 0800 988 0308 All prospective pupils, parents Or email: [email protected] and carers are welcome ______Blaby Road, Enderby, Leicester LE19 4AQ Telephone: 0116 286 3722

Coram Children’s Legal Centre, part of the Coram group of charities, is excited to share with you their Thank you to Reed Education website www.lawstuff.org.uk “Reed Education have been working in partnership with Brockington College over the past five years supplying their short term and long This website is aimed at helping young people find out their term requirements for teachers and support staff. legal rights and information on matters relating to online When asked we had no hesitation in helping support their girls safety, police and the law, education, home and family, football teams and supplying them with two new kits for their Year 8- children’s rights and many more. They also have a “contact us” 9 and Year 10-11 teams. section where young people can seek legal support from one of our trained legal advisors. From the looks on the girls faces they seem more than happy with http://www.brockington.leics.sch.uk/wp-content/ them. We wish both teams the best of luck for this year”. uploads/2017/09/LawStuff-Leaflet.pdf Pete Marvin – Area Manager Reed Education

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