Kinlochbervie High School Information for Parents Welcome Contacts Head Teacher: Mrs. Susan Robertson Kinlochbervie High School Manse Road Kinlochbervie LAIRG Working in the community—a whole Sutherland IV27 4RG school beach clean. Tel: 01971 521767 [email protected] or [email protected] School Web Site: www.kinlochberviehigh.highland.sch.uk The Annual Prize Giving Ceremony takes place on the last week before the Summer break. More Information Our Standards & Quality Report can be found on our website as detailed above. Sailing on Loch Innis Complaints Procedure Any parent with a complaint should contact the Head Teacher either by phone, e-mail or in writing at the earliest opportunity . The Head Teacher will then deal with the complaint in line with the Highland Council Complaints Procedure. In the event that a satisfactory resolution cannot be agreed, parents should then contact the Area Manager as detailed below. Please note: Information provided was Area Manager: Mr. GrahamNichols correct at the time of printing. Care & learning However it is possible that there may Drummuie be changes affecting matter dealt with in this handbook. Golspie KW10 6TA 01408 635 338 2 Contents Welcome 4 School Vision Statement & Aims 5 Staff List 6 The School Day 7 School Uniform 8 Expectations 9 The Curriculum 10 Pastoral Care & Guidance 13 Transition & Support for Learning 14 Sex, Health & Relationships Education 16 Reporting & Monitoring of Pupil Progress 17 Study Support & EMA 18 Homework Policy 19 Other Opportunities 20 Pupil Absence 23 Admin of Medication / 1st Aid / School meals 24 Child Protection & Other Agencies 25 School Chaplain, Lockers & Parent Council 26 Confidentiality Policy Appendix A Adverse Weather Appendix B i)-iii) Pupil Data & Scotexed Appendix C Higher Art Work 3 Welcome to Kinlochbervie High School This booklet has been prepared to give you key information on the school and we hope you find it useful. The school is a vibrant and caring community with a passion for meeting the needs of all pupils. Pupils attend the school from Kinlochbervie and its surrounding hamlets as well as the villages of Durness, Scourie, Achfary and beyond. Our vision is to be an inclusive learning community where all feel safe, happy and valued. Our aims have at the centre our desire to provide a motivating and inspiring learning environment which supports every member to develop and grow intellectually, emotionally and socially and where the highest quality of learning and teaching takes place, where all are actively engaged in learning and we all work together to continually improve what we do. Our curriculum is designed to meet the needs of our pupils at all stages and is in line with current national and local guidelines. The school is proud to offer a very wide range of SQA certificated courses and modules from Nationals to Advanced Higher including Skills for Work, which the school is accredited to offer. The wide range of opportunities for achievement and development of the four capacities continues for example through Sports Leadership, John Muir Award, Duke of Edinburgh and interdisciplinary learning opportuni- ties, made possible by staff who are willing and able to offer opportunities to pupils in a wide range of areas beyond their academic expertise. This also enables us to deliver a cur- riculum which allows for personalisation and choice. A partnership between teachers and parents is essential if pupils are to gain maximum benefit from their time with us. I would encourage all members of the school community to take an active interest in the school’s work. The Parent Council is an excellent way of becoming involved with and supporting the work of the school and more information can be found in this document. As we encourage our pupils to become effective contributors through involvement in the Pupil Council, we are also very grateful for the contribution and support of parents and the wider community. Parents are kept informed of their child’s progress through annual Reports and through Parents’ Evenings. We believe that a two- way flow of communication is a key aspect of the partnership between home and school, and always encourage members of the school community to contact the school at any time if a problem should arise or if you require further information. Please look at our school website for more details and updated news. We look forward to welcoming your child/children to the school and getting to know you in the years ahead. Susan Robertson The main entrance. Head Teacher 4 Vision Statement Kinlochbervie High School is a vibrant and caring community with a passion for meeting the needs of all pupils. Our vision is to be an inclusive learning community where all feel safe, happy and valued. Our aims have at the centre our desire to provide a motivating and inspiring learning environment which supports every member to develop and grow intellectually, emotionally and socially and where the highest quality of learning and teaching takes place, where all are actively engaged in learning and we all work together to continually improve what we do. School Aims Our aim is to provide a meaningful and effective education for all our pupils. We seek to achieve this by: developing in our pupils a sense of responsibility for their own learning striving for the highest possible academic achievement providing a wide range of experience both within and outwith the curriculum developing our pupils as responsible individuals who are confident, tolerant and caring. The school sits at the side of Loch Innis, the hills beyond look out over the Atlantic. 5 Staff List - January 2015 Mrs. Susan Robertson Head Teacher Mr. Graeme Smart Depute Mathematics & Skills for Work Mr. Murdo MacPherson PT Management Social Subjects (retiring June 2016) Mrs. Stephanie Sutherland PT Management Chemistry, Biology & Science Mrs. Angela Smart Acting Support for Learning (0.5) Mr. Allan Cunningham Technical Subjects & Maritime Skills Miss. Claire Macleod Music & Drama Mrs. Diana Bain Business Management (0.4) Mrs. Alison Wood Art & Design Mr. Neil Galbraith English Mrs. Heather Paterson Physical Education Miss. Kate Reid French & German Mrs. Anne Robbins Health & Wellbeing S1-3 Miss. Michelle Baron Foreign Language Assistant (until Easter ‘16) Mr. Sandy Wregg Instructor Chanter and Piping Mrs. Anne Wood Instructor Violin Miss Paula Macleod Administrative Assistant Miss Clare Harper Clerical Assistant & School Technician Margaret Meek Clerical Assistant Mr. Keith Blyth Janitor Mr. Tom Czerwik Science Technician Miss. Anne Morrison Pupil Support Assistant Mrs. Jane Morrison Pupil Support Assistant Mrs. Kerry Eastcroft Pupil Support Assistant Mr. John Wood Pupil Support Worker 6 School Day This may change from August 2016 in line with Highland Council guidance. Registration 8.55 - 9.05 (House Groups—Mon & Fri / Support Groups Tues-Thurs) Period 1 9.05 - 9:45 Period 2 9.45 - 10.25 Interval 10.25 - 10.45 Period 3 10.45 - 11.25 Period 4 11.25 - 12.05 Period 5 12.05 - 12.45 Lunch 12.45 - 1.40 Period 6 1.40 - 2.20 Period 7 2.20 - 3.00 Period 8 3.00 - 3.40 School Year 2016/2017 First day of term 1 Tuesday 16 August 2016 (Staff back 15th) In-service Days Thursday 22 & Friday 23 September 2016 Last day of term 1 Friday 7 October 2016 First day of term 2 Monday 24 October 2016 Last day of term 2 Friday 23 December 2016 First day of term 3 Monday 9 January 2017 Casual holidays Monday 20 & Tuesday 21 February 2017 In-service day Wednesday 22 February 2017 Last day of term 3 Wednesday 5th April 2017 First day of term 4 Monday 24 April 2017 May Day Holiday Monday 1 May 2017 In-service Day Monday 5 June 2017 7 School Uniform Kinlochbervie High School expects all pupils to wear school uniform. This encourages a shared feeling of purpose and community about the school and its work, the avoidance of expense on the latest fashions and competition amongst youngsters in what they wear. Pupils should wear the following: Burgundy sweatshirt, hooded zipped top or school tie with black or white shirt. S6 can wear a blue sweatshirt. Plain black trousers / skirt - No other option is acceptable, so e.g no stripes. White school polo shirt or absolutely plain white or plain black tee shirt or polo shirt or white shirt or blouse. No other option is acceptable e.g. football tops could not be worn under a sweatshirt. Plain and zipped hooded sweatshirts are available from the school costing £8.00 to £14.00, depending on size/style. Polo shirts are also available costing £5. School ties are priced at £4.00. We also have a stock of 2nd hand sweatshirts, which we are happy to give away in return for a small donation to school funds. Please mark all uniform with your child’s name, this allows us to return lost property to the owner. PE kit - pupils should ensure that they bring appropriate PE kit to school as required (a change of clothing from normal school wear is essential). Trainers with light coloured soles are essential for use in the Games Hall. Separate boots or trainers are needed for the outdoor pitch. Grants for assistance with school clothing and footwear are available. Applications forms are held in all schools and in the area education office. Pupils wearing our school; ties. Meeting First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, Sep 15 8 Our Expectations As a general rule all pupils are expected to show respect for people, property and the environ- ment. We are Arrive on time for class. expected to: Bring appropriate equipment and books etc. to all classes. Work to the best of your ability at all times.