Handbook Final Version 2010

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PARENT HANDBOOK

2010/2011


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Dear Parent/Carer,

Welcome to Christs School. We are delighted that you have entrusted

us with your childs education and you can be certain that we will do all

in our power to ensure that their time with us is enriching andsuccessful.

We are a small community where every pupil is valued and has an

important role to play in the life of the school.

Our aim is provide all our pupils with an outstanding education so thatthey leave us equipped with the best possible academic qualifications

and an understanding of themselves, the world and their place in it.

However we cannot achieve this without your support. This handbook

forms the basis on which the home / school partnership is founded. In it

you find a wealth of information about the school. Please do read it so

you are familiar with the information. We also ask that you discuss this

handbookwith your son/daughter.

We look forward to a productive, fulfilling and successful partnership

together.

Yours sincerely,

Richard Burke

Head Teacher


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CHRISTS SCHOOL

MISSION STATEMENT

Our mission is to be a Church of England school where each

individual is valued; their needs met and their skills and talents

celebrated. Our young people are expected to achieve their

potential and be suitably prepared for adult life in the twenty

first century within a culture of respect and responsibilityfounded upon Gospel values.


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Why DoWe Have A Parent Handbook?Research has shown that parental involvement in a childs education is a key to

success. On first joining secondary school pupils settle in more quickly and

successfully if they and their parents/carers are clear in advance how the school

works and what is expected of the pupils and their parents.

Before writing this handbook we consulted parents of pupils currently in the school

to find out what information they feel you need to know as a parent/care r of a pupil

at Christs School. We welcome your feedback.

Please do not hesitate to contact the school should you require any further

information or clarification of anything detailed in this handbook or the student

diary, which will be issued to your child in September. Your first point of contact

should be your daughter/sons form tutor. You can contact them directly by email or

by phoning the school office.

The school reception


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This handbook is set out as an A to Z guide to

Christs School

Attendance

Good attendance is the key to success at secondary school.

If your child is not in school not only will they miss what is taught that day but they

will struggle to keep up in the following lessons. One day off can have repercussions

for weeks.

The government has set 94%as the minimum acceptable attendance rate. At first

glance that might appear a good rate of attendance but in fact studies have revealed

the following impact on a childs education.

y If a pupils attendance is above 93% they have a 73% chance of getting 5 A* -C grades at GCSE.

y If attendance is below 90% they have only a 27% chance of getting 5 A*-Cgrades.

y 90% attendance means your child is missing 1 day in 10.If for any reason your childs attendance falls below 94%, we will need to follow this

up with you and it is likely to be taken up with the Education Welfare Service.

If your child is absent it is essential that you contact us at the earliest opportunity .

Until you tell us your child is unable to come to school that day we have to assume

that they have gone missing on the way to school.

The school will text and phone the parents of children who h ave not arrived at

school.

What to do if your child is unable to come to school

1. Phone the school on 02089406982 and if the line is engaged press 1 to leave amessage. Or you can phone the attendance line on 0208439 9652.

Alternatively you can email: [email protected]

2. Please write a note in the students school diary upo n their return to schoolso the house tutor has written confirmation of the reason for the absence.


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Beating the Bullies

Any behaviour that makes a person feel inferior, insulted, isolated intimidated or

hurt is bullying. Bullying behaviour could be shown by an individual or a group.

Bullying exists in every school to some extent but it is not tolerated at all at Christs.We work together as a community to prevent it.

All incidents of bullying will be recorded an d dealt with by the Head of Year.

When bullying is proven, the parents of all concerned wil l be contacted. Restorative

approaches and reconciliationwill be usedif this is seen to be appropriate.

Heads of Year will alert staff about incidents of bullying to raise staff vigilance to

ensure that it does not continue.

We will work with the bully to change their behaviour. However if there is nochange, consequences will be applied as described in the Behaviour for Learning

policy. Students are encouraged not to put up with bullies; they wil l be encouraged

to tell someone in authority. If they are reluctant, a note can be placed in the

bullying box in the school reception area.

Some of our pupils on a school trip to France


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Behaviour for Learning

Visitors to Christs frequently comment on the orderly and purposeful atmosphere of

the school. To support this we have the following code of conduct and sanctions that

has been drawn up by staff and the student council.

C1: First verbal warning (name on board)

C2: Second warning resulting in a 10 minute detention that afternoon with

form tutor (name ticked)

C3: Half-hour hour detention the following night - note of detention in student

diary signed by teacher (name ticked twice)

C4: One hour detention the following night - note of detention in student diary

signed by teacher (name ticked three times)

Actions that will result in consequences:

y rudenessy shouting outy behaving inappropriatelyy forgetting equipment, exercise books, text booksy mobile phones seen should be confiscated and collected after theC3 the

following day

y being more than 5 minutes late for a lesson C3y earphones out in lesson C3y name calling or swearing at another student C4y health & safety incident C4

Calendar


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Autumn Term 2010Wednesday 1

stSeptember to Tuesday 21

stDecember

(Thursday 2nd September Special timetable for the new intake year 7 only)

Half Term: Monday 25th

October to Friday 29th

October

Inset DaysWednesday 1

stSeptember

Wednesday 13th

October

Monday 1st

November

Tuesday 2nd November

Occasional DayFriday 26

thNovember

Spring Term 2011

Tuesday 4th January to Friday 8th AprilHalf Term: Monday 21

stFebruary to Friday 25

thFebruary

Summer Term 2011Tuesday 26

thApril to Thursday 21

stJuly

Half Term: Monday 30th

May to Friday 3rd

June

May Bank Holiday, Monday 2nd May

Canteen

The canteen is open before school, at break and at lunch serving a range of hot and

cold foods that are prepared on site. Everything sold in the canteen is prepared in

accordance with the government guidelines on healthy eating. The meal deal which

consists of a main course and pudding costs 2.10. Other popular dishes are pizza,

baked potatoes, Panini and sandwiches. The canteen runs on a cashless finger print

recognition system. Money can be paid into your childs lunch account at reception

with cash or cheque. By October 2010 we hope to be able to accept payment to

these accounts online.


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CareersEducation and Guidance

The Careers Information, Advice and Guidance programme (CIAG) is designed to

meet the needs of students at this school and is provided as an integral part of the

schools overall approach to pupil development, welfare and guidance. The

programme of activities runs through years 7 -11 and helps students make decisions

and plan their future, both in school and after they leave.

Elements of the programme are delivered in subjects such as Citizenship and RE, in

addition there are designated days throughout the year and many extra curricular

opportunities such as university visits and work experience with a careers focus.

In Years 9, 10 and 11 there are specific information evenings for parents and

students on choosing options, work experience and college applications.

School also works closely with the Connexions service and all students have access to

professional guidance from Connexions staff as they progress through the school.

The Connexions staff oversee the careers library housed in the Connexions office.

Charging for Activities

Parents will be asked to make voluntary contributions towards the cost of a range of

activities that take place during the school day such as visits and practical lessons

involving the purchase of ingredients and /or materials.

We aim to ensure that no student will be excluded from an activity because of the

cost. Parents should contact the Head teacher in confidence if they need financial

assistance. However if insufficient students are able to contribute, the full range oftrips, visits and activities may not take place.

Christs School ChaplaincyChrists School is welcoming and inclusive of all students whatever their religious

affiliation. As a voluntary aided Church of England school Ch rists has a part-time

Chaplain the Rev. Ruth Scott. Ruth comes in to school 3 days a week. There are 2

main strands to her work. She provides pastoral support for students, staff and,

where appropriate, parents/carers. She also works to develop the spiritual life of the

school through termly services, assemblies, and various projects agreed with the

teaching staff. She is beginning to work with a group of students and staff to plan

future activities.

The Chaplaincy aims through its work

y to help develop each students understanding of what it means to be humanand live creatively in a complex world,

y how diversity can be a source of celebration rather than conflict,y how we can flourish as individuals when were part of a loving, dynamic

community

y What a difference we can make to the lives of people in need throughservice and the support of different charities.

Ruth can be contacted at [email protected].


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CYCLE FACILITIES

There are two lockable, covered, bicycle storage areas available for students and

staff. The cycle racks are locked at 8:30am and unlocked at 3pm. Pupils coming to

school by bike must wear a cycling helmet.

Contacting Staff

All staff can be contacted by email. Email addresses can be found on the school

website

SENIOR LEADERSHIP TEAM

Mr R Burke Headteacher

Mrs H Dixon Deputy Head (part-time)

Ms F Walsh Deputy Head (part-time)

Mrs G Bean Assistant Head: Learning and Humanities Director

Mrs V McGrail Assistant Head

Mrs E Swan Assistant Head: Inclusion

DEPARTMENTAL STAFF STRUCTURE

ART & TECHNOLOGY

Mrs G Bean Resistant Materials, AHT

Mrs. V Busby Textiles (part time),

Ms M Conteh Food Technology

Mr R McPaul Art and LS teacher

Ms S Perkins GTP Textiles

Mr J Gray Technician (part time)

Mrs A Botta Food Technician (part time)

ENGLISH

Mrs K Blair Subject Leader

Ms S Chaudhry Drama & English, Pupil Progress Leader

Mrs C Lorenz English: D of E Leader

Ms R Medway English & Drama

HUMANITIES

Mr J Butler Subject Leader and PSHEE co-ordinator

Mr S Pollard History; HOY 9

Mr M Spicer Geography

Mr M Williams RE HOY 10 IAG & Work Related Learning Co-ordinator

MATHEMATICS & ICT

Mr L Hartnett Subject Leader

Mr J Hodge Mathematics

Ms M Stewart AST

Mr J Raisin ICT

Mr R Burke Headteacher

Ms C Hewitt GTP


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MODERN LANGUAGES

Mrs V McGrail AHT, Subject Leader

Mrs H Dixon Deputy Headteacher

Ms F Walsh Deputy Headteacher

Ms J Campa Teacher (part-time)

Ms E Taber Teacher

MUSIC

Mr P Wilson Subject Leader

PACE

Mrs R Hearn Subject Leader (part-time)

Mrs E Swan AHT

Ms C Harris 14 19 Co-ordinator

Ms L Gilman PACE Teacher

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Mr M Greenwood Subject Leader

Ms S Bromly

Ms C Needham GTP

Mrs N Worsley School Sports Coordinator

SCIENCE

Mr R Khodabacksh Subject Leader

Mrs A Mbanefo (part time)

Ms T Levien

Mr S Elliott (part-time)

Mrs G Young (part-time)

Mrs J ErringtonMrs G Holton Senior Science Technician

Ms C Kat Science Technician (part-time)

LEARNING SUPPORT

Mrs M Parmiter LST (part-time)

Mr R McPaul LST and Art

Mrs A Panesar Learning Support Assistant HLTA

Mrs K Brown Learning Support Assistant HLTA HOY 7 (joint)

Mrs L Crayton Learning Support Assistant HLTA HOY 7 (joint)

Ms S Geoffrey Learning Support Assistant HLTA

Mrs A Minchella Learning Support Assistant (part-time)Ms G Burridge Learning Support Assistant (part-time)

Ms C Hillier Learning Support Assistant

Ms C Siduku Learning Support Assistant

Mrs E Godliman Learning Support Assistant (part-time)

Ms T McWilliam Learning Support Assistant (part-time)

Mrs J Parmiter Learning Support Assistant (part-time)

Miss H Brown Learning Support Assistant

Mrs L Towers Learning Support Assistant

Mr W Jewkes Learning Support Assistant (part-time)

Mrs A Gillum Learning Support Assistant (part-time)


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Ms C Gleisner Learning Support Assistant (part-time)

Mrs A Shafiee Learning Support Assistant (part-time)

Mr N Graham Learning Support Assistant

Ms K Brown Learning Support Assistant

Mr F Blaxland Learning Support Assistant

LEARNING RESOURCES CENTRE

Mrs B Bell Librarian

CHAPLAINCY

Rev R Scott Chaplain (part time)

SUPPORT STAFF

Mrs C Fletcher Finance & Personnel Manager (part-time)

Ms K Humberstone PA to Headteacher HOY 8

Mrs L Duckworth Receptionist; PA to Ms F Wal sh

Mrs A Mylles Office Manager; PA to Mrs H Dixon (part-time)

Mr J Hughes Domestic Bursar

Mrs H Gill Finance Officer

Mr B Donovan IT Manager

Mr M Ridley IT Technician

Mrs J Ralph Student Office Administrator (part-time)

The school website: www.christs.richmond.sch.uk


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DiaryYour child will be issued with a diary at the start of the academic year. It is essentially

for recording homework but is also a source of much useful information. It should

contain a copy of your childs timetable and list homework, merits,cautions, notes of

things to remember etc. The diary must be brought into school every day an d signed

each week by both form tutor and parent. If the diary is lost or forgotten a daysheet can be purchased from the student office (10p) until either a new diary is

purchased (5)or the old diary is found. Pupils are required to buy a new diary if the

missing one has not been found within one week.

Drop-In Evenings

There is a drop in session once a month where a member of the Senior Leadership

will be available should you have any queries you would like to discuss. Drop in runs

from 3pm until 6pm.

EquipmentThis is what your son/daughter should bring into school every day.

y 2 pens(blue or black)y 2 pencilsy Rubbery Long rulery Pencil sharpenery Coloured pencilsy Stick of gluey Individual subjects might require additional materials. (e.g. angle measurers

in Maths)


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There is a stationary store run from Mrs McGrails office on the Maths floor from

which pupils can acquire all the above. The store runs via a subscription system.

Parents put money into an account for their child so that new materials can be got

without the need to use cash. We suggest 2 a y ear is sufficient for most pupils

needs.

Extra-curricularActivities

y Chess/Games in Library Tuesday lunchtimesy Latin - AFTER HALF TERM, every Thursday from 3.15 to 4.15y Science club Will be starting in mid October for Years 7 and 8y Choir - Monday 3.15 to 4.30 and Thursday lunchtimesy Orchestra Wednesday lunchtimesy Music technology club Fridays after schooly Swing and Samba band - to be arrangedy A range of sporting activities

Many informal music ensembles also rehearse at lunchtimes and after school


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Fund RaisingAs a Christian school we believe that it is our duty to help those less fortunate than

ourselves. Each year we raise money for charities that the pupils chose to support.

Fund raising activities happen particularly during Advent and Lent. Last year we

raised 3,300 for Deep Griha an orphanage and school in Poona, India that the local

church supports. Our student council specified that they wanted 300 to be spent ontoys for the children in the orphanage and we have some lovely photos of the

children receiving their toys

Governing Body

Foundation Governors Parent GovernorsFr P Bevan Mr M Houghton Brown

Mr M Brecknell Mrs S Mitchell

Ms A Greenwood Mrs M Moss

Ms L Poole

Mr A Saunders Staff Governors

Mr A SouthcombePost vacant

Mr M Steel

Associate GovernorsMr R BurkeMrs H Dixon

Mrs F Walsh

Mr J Crook


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HomeworkPupils should use their diaries to record homework. The use of these diaries will be

checked by the House Tutor. In year 7 PACE homework is emailed home each Friday

and is due in the following Friday.

There is a homework club every day in room 19 on the top floor. All pupils arewelcome and there are members of staff present to help with homework if it is

needed. The room is equipped with computers which can be used for research.

There is a homework help line run by Mrs McGrail for Year 7 pupils. Pupils having

any problems with their homework can ring the help line until 8pm Monday to

Friday: 07505 355365

InclusionEvery child has a right to an education in his or her community. Christs is an

inclusive, caring community where all children are valued and can learn to do the

best of their ability.

We provide an environment where all children, whatever their level of ability, are

able to learn with the suppor t of their teachers, families, peers and friends.

Any child might need different or addit ional support at some time during his/her

education. This might be because they:

y are having some difficulties getting going with reading or writing ;y have a disability or identified special educational need ;y have experienced a traumatic event in their lives;y have been unwell for a period of time.

This support will be confidentially discussed and agreed with the childs

parents/carers.

Most parents are very supportive of inclusion. Some may feel anxious about the

possible impact on their child. When carrying out inspections Ofsted has found that

truly inclusive schools are better for all students. Children learn to be tolerant of

each other, to empathise and to have role models. This prepares them for the world

beyond secondary school.

What can parents do?Parents attitudes to inclusion will have an enormous influence on a childs

developing understanding of the world. As a parent you are in a unique position to

provide a positive role model for your child. You can do this by:

y Making sure your child understands that all people are different andeveryone should be valued for who they are.

y Helping your child to understand thatsome of the language they will hear ingames,jokes or repeated comments may be insulting and hurtful to others.

y Telling your child about positive role models from all sections of thecommunity

y Teaching your child to be patient and toleranty Helping your child to know that teasing and bullying are not acceptable


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y Praising your child for showing kindness and respect to othersy Talking to your child about what makes him or her exceptional so that he/she

can celebrate his/her uniqueness as well as that of others

Children can support inclusion by:y Helping to make sure no-one in the class feels left out;y Setting good examples to others;y Not taking part in bullying, and reporting bullying if it occurs;y Knowing who to talk to if they are worried or concerned.

Sports day at St Marys College, Twickenham

Lost PropertyLost property is held in the student office. However, unless property is clearly

marked it is very difficult to return it to its owner. Please mark all items with your

childs name. We recommend you use woven name tapes as these to not wash off

and are easy to read. Such name tapes are easily purchased from John Lewis and

other retailers.

Maintenance and School FundAs a voluntary-aided school, the Governing Body are responsible for maintenance of

the buildings, which are covered by an insurance policy, the premium of which is

paid for by parental subscription. Each year, parents are requested to make a

donation which covers the subscription to the Maintenance Scheme, improvements

to the buildings and infrastructure and towards the School Fund.


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Mobile PhonesMobile phones are not allowed to be used in lessons. If a pupil is seen using a phone

in a lesson it will be confiscated and they will be required to do a C3 detention the

following day after school. They will be able to retrieve the phone from the student

services office after the detention.

Monitoring3rd September 2010 Academic Tutorial Day 1

16th

November2010 Academic Tutorial Day 2

16th

March 2011 Academic Tutorial Day 3

On ReportTutor Report Card:

Students who are receiving C3 or 4s from two or more subject areas will be

monitored via a tutor report card run over two weeks.y Parents will be informed by telephone and letter (The letter will tell you

about the monitoring process and you will be asked to support it by signing

the report card on a daily basis.)

y The Head of Year will be kept informed and have records of those studentson tutor report.

y All letters, phone calls and report cards are filed in the students recordsHOY Report Card:

Those students whose behaviour does not change ove r the course of two weeks will

move to a head of house report.y A letter will be sent home informing you of this next stage and inviting you in

to an interview with your childs tutor and Head of Year.

y The Head of Year will be kept informed and have records of those studentson tutor report.

y All letters, phone calls and report cards are filed in the students records.Isolation Internal Exclusion:

y The internal exclusion will begin at 8.30am and end at 3. 00pm.y The room will be staffed at all times up until 3.00pm.y Work will be provided throughout the day.

Students will be expected to bring a packed lunch to be consumed in the isolation

room. Students entitled to free school meals will have lunch provided


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Parental Support of PupilsWhen they first join us many pupils find getting themselves ready for school is a

challenge. In the first few weeks at least we recommend that you check they have all

the correct books and equipment ready the night before to avoid panic in the

morning when they cant find their tie of both school shoes!

Check their bag for letters that are for you.

Remind them that you need to sign their diary each weekend. Check they dont

forget their lunch money.

Parents Evenings19

thOctober 2010 Year 10

7th

December 2009 Year 8

11th

January 2011 Year 11

28th

February 20101 Year 9

3rd

May 2011 Year 7

Parents evenings run from 3:30 to 6:30. You will receive a letter about your childs

meeting a week or two before the event.

Pay PhoneThere is a pay phone available for pupils to use at the school reception.

PTAWe have a thriving PTA at Christs. They organise a range of fund raising events

throughout the school year. Events include the grand fireworks night with Christmas

market, the quiz night, a stand at the Richmond May fair and the end of year picnic. The

PTA also provides refreshments at concerts and other evening events. They are

currently trying to establish a representative for each tutor group. They will be looking

for new members at the induction evening and the new parents evening in September.

If you would like to contact the PTA email Elizabeth Mends: [email protected]

They are also going to encourage parents to join the year 7 contact lists next year to

encourage friendships between parents as well as pupils.

Pupil GroupingsEach pupil is placed in a mixed ability tutor group on arrival at school and can expect to

stay in this group until the end of Year 11. They are taught in mixed ability groupsunless a subject wishes to teach in sets. The timetable will indicate the groupings for

different subjects.

PunctualityIt is essential that lessons start punctually and that they are not disrupted by late

arrivals. Any pupil arriving 5 minutes or later for a lesson without a valid excuse will

receive a 30 minute detention the following day after school.


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School Council

Each tutor group elects 2 form representatives each year. The form reps attend

school council meetings approximately every 3 weeks.

At these meetings any issues or ideas the pupils have can be aired and discussed.The councils opinions are consulted on many school initiatives.

y Recently behaviour for learning sanctions have tightened at their request.y They have contributed to the

discussions about the

canteen and what is served

in it,

y They have contributed to thediscussion aboutproposed

changes to the school

uniform.

y They helped design thesummer poloshirt.y They choose the charities

that we support each year.

The council goes on an annual visit

to City hall in London where they meet council members from other Richmond

schools and learn about how the Greater London Council works.


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School Day Timetables

SCHOOL DAY

8.30 8.40 Registration and Tutor Time

8:40 9:40 Lesson 1

09:40-10:40 Lesson 2

10:40-10:55 Break time

10:55-11:55 Lesson 3

11:11-12:55 Lesson 4

12:55-13:40 Lunch

13:40-14:40 Lesson 5

14.40-15.00 Registration and Assembly

CONDENSED DAY

08:30-09:20 Lesson 1

09:20-10:05 Lesson 2

10:05-10:20 Break time

10:20-11:05 Lesson 3

11:05-11:50 Lesson 4

11:50-12:35 Lesson 5

12:35-13:20 Lunch

13:20-13:50 Registration


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Senior Leadership Team

Mr Richard Burke - Headteacher - [email protected]

Mrs Helen Dixon - Deputy Head - [email protected]

Ms Frances Walsh - Deputy Head - [email protected]

Miss Georgina Hatton - Assistant Head - [email protected]

Mrs Vicki McGrail - Assistant Head - [email protected]

Mrs E Swann Assistant [email protected]

Tutors

YEAR LEADER YEAR7 - Mrs K Brown/Mrs L Crayton

7A Mr P Wilson

7B Mr J Raisin

7E Mrs J Errington

7M Miss L Gilman/Ms S Perkins

YEAR LEADER YEAR 8 Ms K Humberstone

8A Mr S Gobsell

8B Miss E Taber

8E Mrs R Hern/Mrs G Young

8M Mr R Khodabacksh

YEAR LEADER YEAR 9 Mr S Pollard

9A Miss T Levien

9B Ms M Conteh

9E Mr R McPaul

9M Mr L Hartnett

YEAR LEADER YEAR 10 Mr M Willliams

10A Mrs C Lorenz

10B Mr M Spicer

10E Miss R Medway10M Mrs K Blair

YEAR LEADER YEAR 11 Ms S Bromly

11A Miss S Chaudhry

11B Ms M Stewart

11E Mr J Butler

11M Mr J Hodge


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UniformChrists School has a strict uniform policy. We believe this helps students take a pride in

their appearance and promotes a positive image of our school.

Pupils are expected to wear the full uniform tidily at all times.

Trainers are not acceptable as school shoes.Trousers should be normal school trousers:

denim or cord type material is not acceptable.

All students must wear the approved school uniform that is sold through the school uniform

shop via the school website.

All students

Royal Blue Blazer with school badge

Black school trousers

Collared white shirt/blouse

School tie(clip on type for years 7 & 8)

School blue V neck pullover with yellow stripe around the neck

Formal black shoes - no high heels or training shoes

Dark socks

Optional for

Girls

Navy blue pleated skirt (available from Marks and Spencer)

If a skirt is worn then socks can be black or white, short or long; alternatively

black or navy blue tights may be worn.

PE kit Plain sky blue (or with gold band) jersey

Navy shorts

White polo shirt

Sky blue shorts

Summer

Uniform

School track suit (optional)

Sky blue polo shirt with School logo


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Valuables

Valuable items such as iPods should not be brought into school. The school can not

be held responsible for such items i f this rule is ignored and valuable items are lost

or damaged. Musical instruments that have to be brought in should be stored in the

music block or at student services. We strongly recommend that instruments areadded to your home contents insurance.

Year 7 in a Maths lesson


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Results Day 2010

90% A*-C at GCSE


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What to do if ..a) My child cant do their homework:

y See if one of their friends can help. (You will have an opportunity to join theyear group phone list at the first PTA event of the academic year.)

y For year 7 pupils there is the homework helpline which you can phone on07505355365 and Mrs McGrail will he lp you.

y Write a note in your childs school diary to explain the problem.b) My child has left his PE kit/cooking ingredients at home.

Bring them in to school. Hand them in at reception clearly marked with you childs

name and house tutor group

c) My child has lost his school tie.

It is always worth having more than one of these. As of September 2010 pupils will

be able to buy a new tie from the student office, price: 8.00 (clip on years7& 8),

7.50 ordinary tie (Years 9, 10& 11)

Check that everythin g for school is laid out the night before

d) My childs school shoes are wet/broken / lost.

Send him/her into school in non school shoes on today with a note in the diary from

you saying when the situation will be resolved.

f) My child is unhappy at school.

It is very important that all our pupils enjoy their time at Christs. If you have any

concerns about your childs welfare either socially or academically please get in

touch with their form tutor or year head either by email (see the contact section of

this handbook) or by phoning the school and leaving a voice message.

Mrs Mylles and Mrs Ralph from the student office.

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