Bede’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Mrs Annabel Hodge Director of 01323 356678
Safeguarding annabel.hodge@bedes.org
Mr Nik Driver
Mr Paul Juniper
Mr Shawn Williams
Deputy Designated 01323 356618
Safeguarding Lead nik.driver@bedes.org
Deputy Designated 01323 356767
Safeguarding Lead paul.juniper@bedes.org
Deputy Director 01323 356636 of Safeguarding shawn.williams@bedes.org
Our Vision
Where every child finds joy in their pursuit of brilliance
Our Mission
We continue to craft a more joyful education.
• Cultivating a vibrant learning experience, motivating us to pursue our individual best.
• Providing a festival of opportunity, enabling us to discover new passions and develop new talents.
• Building a kind-hearted community, inspiring us to enhance the lives of others.
Our Values
BE COMPASSIONATE
Because a caring community fosters belonging.
We expect our community to show kindness to people of all ages, genders and ethnicities, maintaining campuses where every person feels joyful and energised.
BE COURAGEOUS
Because fortune favours the brave.
We challenge our community to stand up for what is right, providing them with a safe environment where they can take bold action in pursuit of brilliance.
BE CURIOUS
Because wisdom can be found off the beaten track.
We encourage our community to discover unlikely passions and hidden niches, releasing them into a wealth of opportunities inside and outside the classroom.
BE CONSCIENTIOUS
Because dedication is a spearhead of success.
We ask our community to throw themselves wholeheartedly into every endeavour, taking responsibility for their journey and inspiring others to do the same.
PREFECT VISION 2023 – 2024
‘With privilege comes responsibility’
Every Bedian will aim to:
• Be proactive, rather than be reactive
• Change ‘me focused complaints’ to ‘us focused pupil-led initiatives’
• Fairly represent all pupils
• Celebrate in our differences
BEDE’S GOVERNOR AND STAFF LIST 2024
GOVERNORS
Mrs G Watkins (Chair)
Mr J Burbidge, BA (Hons) ACA
Mr C Haywood
Mrs S Jelly
Mr G Kakar
Mr D Keegan
Dr C Lemaigre, MA Hons, DClinPsychol
Mr N Mercer, BA (Hons)
Mrs K Nash, BEd
Mrs V Parker
Mr M Pattihis
Mr G Perrin
Mr K Siwek, BA (Hons)
Reverend J Sykes, MA (Hons)
Clerk to the Board: Miss J Aldous
EXECUTIVE
Mr P Goodyer, MBA, FRSASenior Head
Mrs L-A Morris, BComm, AccountancyHead Prep and Pre Prep School
Mr J Tuson, MA, GTP (English)Deputy Head
Mr P Wise, BSc (Hons), MEd, PGCEDeputy Head: Operations
Dr J Northway, BM, FRCSCOO/Bursar
Mrs R Nairne, BA (Hons)Director of Communications, Admissions and Development
Mrs A Hodge, RMA CYPDirector of Safeguarding, Clinical Services Manager and Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mrs E Maynard, MCIPDDirector of People
Mr R Edwards, BSc, Msc Director of Summer School
Mrs C Sutton, BA (Hons), MSc, PGCEDirector of Advancement and Alumni Relations
SENIOR MANAGEMENT TEAM
Mr P Goodyer, MBA, FRSASenior Head
Mr J Tuson, MA, GTP (English)Deputy Head
Mr P Wise, BSc (Hons), MEd, PGCEDeputy Head: Operations
Mr N Abrams, BSc (Hons), PGCEAssistant Head: Academic
Mr S Choithramani, BA (Hons), MSc, PGCEAssistant Head: Innovation & Development
Mr N Driver, BCom, PGCEAssistant Head: Day
Mr P Juniper, BSc (Hons), MA, PGCE, Assistant Head: Boarding CBiol, MRSB
BOARDING AND DAY HOUSES
CAMBERLOTEmailTel
Mr Stuart Brown, Hmcamberlot.house@bedes.org01323 356811
Mr Laurence Collier, Deputy Hmlaurence.collier@bedes.org01323 356821
Mrs Helena Jones, House Managercamberlot.matrons@bedes.org 01323 356801
Mrs Wendy Hartley, Matron
Miss Antoinette Scholten, Matron
Mr Luke Davies, Resident Tutor luke.davies@bedes.org
Mr Bill Richards, Out Tutorbill.richards@bedes.org
Mr Chris Betts, Out Tutorchris.betts@bedes.org
CROSSWAYSEmailTel
Mrs Laura MacKenzie, Hm crossways.house@bedes.org01323 356814
Mr Jordan Turner, Deputy Hmjordan.turner@bedes.org01323 356824
Mrs Kym Furminger, House Managercrossways.matrons@bedes.org 01323 356804
Mrs Sally Allcorn, Matron
Mrs Julie Taylor, Matron
Mrs Linda Hopkins, Resident Tutorlinda.hopkins@bedes.org
Miss Jenny Yan, Out Tutorjenny.yan@bedes.org
DORMSEmailTel
Mr Reu Hickman, Hmdorms.house@bedes.org01323 356813
Mr David Byrne, Deputy Hmdavid.byrne@bedes.org01323 356823
Mrs Nicki Rickard, House Managerdorms.matrons@bedes.org01323 356803
Mrs Teressa Saunders, Matron
Mrs Jane Heath-Brown, Matron
Miss Pavlina Saoulidou, Resident Tutorpavlina.saoulidou@bedes.org
Mr Stephen Farebrother, Out Tutor stephen.farebrother@bedes.org (and Bank Resident Tutor)
Miss Sarah Wafer, Out Tutor sarah.wafer@bedes.org
DORTEREmailTel
Mrs Rachel Weston-Betts, Hmdorter.house@bedes.org01323 356812
Mr Ben Phelps, Deputy Hmben.phelps@bedes.org
Mrs Rachel Potter, House Managerdorter.matrons@bedes.org01323 356802
Mrs Loraine Ellis, Matron
Mrs Julia Titmuss, Matron
Ms Sabina Logan, Resident Tutorsabrina.logan@bedes.org
STUDEmailTel
Mr Peter Jones, Hmstud.house@bedes.org01323 356815
Mr Nick Potter, Deputy Hmnick.potter@bedes.org01323 356825
Mrs Jo Juniper, House Managerstud.matrons@bedes.org 01323 356805
Mrs Mollie Graybehl, Matron
Mrs Liz Redhead, Matron
Mrs Laure Finat-Duclos, Resident Tutorlaure.finat-duclos@bedes.org
CONTACT DETAILS FOR DAY HOUSES
BLOOMSBURYEmailTel
Mrs Mary-Jane Newbery, Hmbloomsbury.house@bedes.org01323 356816 Out of Hours: 07702 883851
Mr Jim McDonnell, Deputy Hmjim.mcdonnell@bedes.org01323 356826
CHARLESTONEmailTel
Mr Taf Mpandawana, Hmcharleston.house@bedes.org01323 356817
Ms Amy Christie, Deputy Hmamy.christie@bedes.org01323
DEISEmailTel Mr Lionel Pianet, Hmdeis.house@bedes.org01323
Ms Shamara Brown, Deputy Hmshamara.brown@bedes.org01323
DICKEREmailTel Mr Cheg Abraham, Hmdicker.house@bedes.org01323
M Paul Gibbs, Deputy Hmpaul.gibbs@bedes.org01323
KNIGHTSEmailTel
Mr Andrew Watershouse, Hmknights.house@bedes.org01323
Ms Ali Rowsell, Deputy Hmali.rowsell@bedes.org01323 356830
YEAR HEADS
Mr L Backler, BA (Hons), PGCE, MA (Ed)Head of First Year
Mr D Cheshire, BA (Hons), MA, GTPDeputy Head of Sixth Form
Mr J Henham, BSc (Hons), PGCEHead of Sixth Form (Academic Progress)
Dr E Onofeghara, LL.B, LL.M, PGCEAssistant Director of Studies (GCSE)
Mr J Sealey, MA, BA (Hons), PGCEHead of Sixth Form (Engagement)
Mrs M Waterhouse, H Dip, FDE Director of Studies (GCSE)
TEACHING STAFF
Creative Arts Faculty
Head of Faculty: Mr J Turner
Art
Mr J Turner, BA (Hons), PGCE Head of Creative Arts Faculty
Ms A Christie, BA (Hons), PGCE
Mrs E Excell, BA (Hons), GTPHead of Photography
Miss L Hallewell Technician
Miss S Harris, BA (Hons), MA, PGCE
Ms J Harrold, BA, PGCE
Mr J Hodges Technician
Mrs L Scott Technician
Mrs L-J Smith, BA (Hons) Fine Art, PGCE
Miss S Wafer, BA (Hons), MA, PGCE
Mrs R Walpole, BA (Hons), GTP
Design and Technology
Mr N Potter, BSc (Hons), PGCEHead of Design & Technology
Mr J McDonnell, BA (Hons)
Mr G Nettle, BA (Hons), PGCETechnician
Media and Film Studies
Mr R Williams, BA (Hons), GTP, Dip Media Ed Head of Media
Mr R Hickman, BA (Hons), GTP
Ms S Logan, BA (Hons), MA, PCGE
Mrs P Nikiteas, BA (Hons), QTS, Cert in SEN
SHAPE Faculty
Head of Faculty: Mr J Whitaker
Business & Economics
Mr B Jackson, BSc, PGCEHead of Business & Economics
Mr J Adlam, BA (Hons)
Miss F Hartery, BA (Hons),PGCEAssistant to Head of Business & Economics
Ms T Jackson, BEd (Hons), PGCE
Mrs J King, BEd (Hons)
Mr F McKeefry, BA (Hons), PGCE
Dr E Onofeghara, LL.B, LL.M, PGCE
Ms G Wainwright, MAES, BA (Hons), PGCE
Mr A Waterhouse, HDE (Secondary)
Mrs M Waterhouse, H Dip, FDE
Mrs E Wise, BA (Hons), PGCE
Geography
Miss H Worrall, BSc (Hons), MA Head of Geography
Mr R Hodges, BSc, GTP, PGCert
Mr J Slinger, BA, MA, PGCE
Mr P Wise, BSc (Hons), MEd, PGCE
History & Politics
Mr J Whitaker, BA (Hons), MA, PGCEHead of History & Politics
Ms K Chinn, BA (Hons), PGCE
Mr L Davies, BA (Hons), PGCE
Mrs C Sutton, BA (Hons), MSc, PGCE
Mr J Turner, BA (Hons) PGCE
Ms E Webster, BA (Hons), PGCE
Religion & Philosophy
Mr S McIntosh, BA (Hons), BPhil, PGCEHead of Religion & Philosophy
Mr P Betts, MA, BSc (Hons)
Mr J Taylor, BTh Theology (TEEC South Africa), NPQLBSchool Chaplain
Inquiry Learning Faculty
Head of Faculty: Ms G Wainwright
Animal Management
Mr P Juniper, BSc (Hons), PGCE, CBiol, MRSB Head of Animal Management
Mr P Jones, BSc (Hons), MSc, PGCE
Miss J Johnson, MSc Equine Science, PGCE
Miss H Spurgeon, FdSc Animal Management Unit Manager
Mr C Adams AMU Apprentice
Miss A Saunders Animal Keeper
Food and Nutrition
Mrs M Leggett, BA (Hons), MA, PGCE
Ms K Waymark Technician
Physical Education
Miss A Rowsell, BA (Hons), MA (Ed)Head of Physical Education
Mrs M-J Newbery, BA (Hons)
Mr S Brown, BSc (Hons), PGCE
Mr D Caryer, BA (Hons)
Mrs K Merchant, BSc, PGCE
Mr R Hodges, BSc, GTP, PGCert
Miss M Bradbury, BA (Hons)
Miss K Isaac, BSc (Hons) - covering maternity leave
PSHE
Mrs P Nikiteas, BA (Hons), QTS, Cert in SENHead of PSHE
Languages Faculty
Head of Faculty: Mr M Oliver
Classics
Miss P Saoulidou, BA, MScHead of Classics
EAL
Mr J Cook, RSA, TEFLA Head of EAL
Mr D Dozgic, BSc, EFL, Grad Dip TEFL
Mrs N Kaye, BA (Hons), MSc
English
Mr M Oliver, BA (Hons), PGCE Head of Languages Faculty
Mrs J Arduino, BA (Hons), PGCE
Mr D Cheshire, BA (Hons), MA, GTP
Mr J Curtis, MA, BA (Hons), PGCE
Mr P Gibbs, BA (Hons), PGCE
Mrs L MacKenzie, BA, PGCE
Mrs R Weston-Betts, BA (Hons), MA, PGCE
Dr J Savage, BA (Hons), MA, PhD, PGCEAssistant to the Head of Faculty
Mr J Sealey, MA, BA (Hons), PGCE
Mr P Trenaman, BA (Hons), PGCE
Mr J Tuson, MA, GTP
Modern Languages
Ms V Ganivet, BA (Hons), PGCE Head of Modern Foreign Languages
Ms A Bonheur, MAMFL Co-ordinator
Miss M Bradbury, BA (Hons)
Ms A Deighton, TEFL, TOEIC
Ms E López-Muñoz, C.O.U., Lic. BA (Hons), FCCB
Ms F Massa, BA, MA, PGCE
Ms N Mazzoni, MA
Mr L Pianet, BA (Hons)
Mrs R Ray, BA (Hons), PGCE
Mrs K Sutton, MA
Ms N Tchalaia, MSc Cert TEFLA
Mr A Walker, BA (Hons), PGCE
Miss J Yan, BA (Hons), BSc
Performing Arts Faculty
Head of Faculty: Mrs K Lewis
Drama
Mrs K Lewis, BA, PGCE Director of Performing Arts
Mr S Choithramani, BA (Hons), MSc, PGCE
Mr B Phelps, BAPerforming Arts Technician
Mr W Rennison, BA (Hons), PGCE Head of Academic Drama
Mr R Williams, BA (Hons), Cert Ed LAMDA Teacher
Legat School of Dance
Miss S Pennington, AISTDHead of Legat
Mrs E Manes, Dip RBS TTC, ARAD, RAD RTS, AISTD CB, AISTD NB, Cert. PBTBallet
Mr A Masters, LTCL, ATCLPianist
Miss C Guntrip, BA (Hons) Legat Ballet Teacher
Miss A Kendall AISTD Contemporary Dance Teacher
Miss L Nelson, RAD, RTS Contemporary Dance Teacher
Mrs W Burnet-Smith, HNC in Dance Visiting Teacher of Dance
Miss F Grando, BA (Hons) Contemporary DanceVisiting Teacher of Dance
Miss G MartinVisiting Teacher of Contemporary Dance
Mrs D WhitePerforming Arts Office Manager
Music
Mr R Scamardella, BMus, MMus, MMP, FRSM, FRCODirector of Music
Mr J Aburn, BMus (Hons), MMusAssistant Director of Music
Mr S Hopkins, BA (Hons)
Peripatetic Staff
Mr R Hilton (Piano)Senior Peripatetic Teacher
Ms J Baillie (Violin & Viola)
Mr A Bishop (Drums)
Mr O Boorman (Drums)
Ms M Dodridge (Violin)
Mr H Dickie (Guitar)
Mrs J Fletcher (Singing)
Mr A Francis (Clarinet)
Mr D Fuller (French Horn)
Mr J Giddey (Cello)
Mr S Green (Piano)
Ms S Gregg (Flute)
Mr D Humphreys (Bass)
Mr K Jones (Trumpet)
Mr A Panayi (Jazz & Saxophone)
Miss A Rolph (Singing)
Mr R Simonetti (Singing)
Mr T Wade (Trombone/Tuba)
Mr A Williams (Guitar)
STEM Faculty
Head of Faculty: Ms J French
ICT and Computing
Mr C Betts, BSc (Hons) Head of Computing and IT
Mr A Hayes, MA, BSc (Hons), PGCE Director of Curriculum Management
Mr R Mutimba, BScEd, MSc
Mathematics
Mr S Manos, BSc (Hons), PGCEHead of Maths
Mr N Abrams, BSc (Hons), PGCE
Mrs I Berryman, MPhys, PGCE
Ms S Brown, BSc, MEd (Hons), DipEd
Dr A Carroll, BSc, PhD, GTP
Mr S Clark, BEd
Mr N Driver, BCom, PGCE
Mr J Henham, BSc (Hons), PGCE
Mr M Peattie, MPhys (Hons), GTP
Mx F Price, BSc (Hons), PGCE
Mr W Richards, BSc, GTP
Mrs E Shepherd, BEng, PGCE, ACGI, FIA
Psychology
Mrs Y Stainsby, MSc, PGCEHead of Psychology & Head of Teacher Development
Mr L Collier, CertE, PgDip
Science
Mr C Abraham, BSc (Hons), Dip Law, PGCE
Dr S Carville, BSc (Hons), DPhil, PGCE
Mr S Carville, BSc (Hons), PGCE
Mrs K Clark, BSc, BA
Mrs C Danielsen, MPhys (Hons), PGCE Assistant to Head of STEM
Ms L Finat-Duclos, MSc, PGCEHead of Chemistry
Ms J French, BSc (Hons), PGCE, HMLHead of STEM Faculty
Mr O Froom, MPhys (Hons), PGCE Head of Physics
Miss K Gregory, BSc
Miss J Johnson, MSc Equine Science, PGCE
Mr P Jones, BSc (Hons), MSc, PGCE
Mr P Juniper, BSc (Hons), MA, PGCE, CBiol, MSB
Dr F Mansfield, BSc (Hons), PhD, QTS, MRSB
Mrs N Morton-Freeman, BSc (Hons), PGCEHead of Biology
Mr T Mpandawana, BSc, DipEd
Miss C Redstone, BSc, PGCE
Mr M Scott, BSc (Hons), PGCE
Miss A Toma, PGCE
Mr T Briffitt, BScHead Technician
Mrs J PryceSenior Science Technician
Mrs C Whitmore Science Technician
Learning Enhancement
Mrs C MacGregor, BSc, BA, PG Cert. Professional Studies, AMBDA, CPT3A Director of Learning Enhancement
Mr L Backler, BA (Hons), PGCE, MA (Ed)
Mrs S Cull
Ms L A Hunt, MPhys (Hons), MSc, PDGip, PGCE
Ms S Maguire, BA (Hons), MA Ed (SEND & Inclusive), PGCE, SPLD, AMBDA, Dip. TELFA, CPT3AAssistant SENCO
Mrs F Martin-Jenkins, BA (Hons), PGCE
Mrs P Nikiteas, BA (Hons), QTS, Cert in SEN
Miss P McGhie, BSc (Hons), PGCE, MEd (SEN)
Mr O Young, BSc (Hons), PGCE, PG Cert Autism
Mrs R Weston-Betts, BA (Hons), MA, PGCE
Mr M Scott, BSc (Hons), PGCE
Activities
Mr W Richards, BSc, GTP Activities Manager/Cover Manager )
Sport
Director of Sport: Mr D Byrne, MBA, ACMA CGMA Director of Sport
Mr D Blaney, Sports Complex Manager
Mr C Borsoi, BA Sports Coaching & Development Director of Hockey
Mrs F Byrne, LTA Level 4 performance coach, MScHead of Senior School Tennis
Mr D Caryer, BA (Hons), UEFA B Licence Director of Football
Mr O Davies, FIFA Approved Level 2 Coach Football Coach
Mr B Furlong, Sports Complex Logistics
Mr D Harding, UEFA B Licence Football Professional
Ms J Kavanagh, Level 2 Netball Coach Head of Netball
Mr N Lenham, ECB Advanced Head of Junior Cricket
Mrs P Lenham, Level 3 Coach Development Coach Cricket and Hockey
Mr T Morriss, Level 3 Advanced S & C Strengthening and Conditioning Director
Mr P Osborn, ASA Level 3 Swim CoachingPerformance Swimming
Mrs T Pennington Netball and Hockey Coach
Mr R Redhead, Level 2 coachHockey Coach
Ms T Reed, Level 2 ASA Club Swimming
Mr D SharpHockey Coach
Mr A Wells, ECB Level 4 & PGDip Director of Cricket
Higher Education and Careers
Mrs D Franks, BSc (Hons)Head of Careers and Employability
Mrs E DevereuxUniversity Applications
Co-ordinator & Careers Assistant
Ms M GraybehlCareers Assistant
SUPPORT AND ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Bank Matrons
Miss F Brown
Mrs H Colwell
Mrs K Goldsmith
Mrs N Henry
Mrs J Marsh
Mrs S Pearce
Mrs J Titmuss
Mr K Tate - Night Matron
Miss S Yelf - Night Matron
Bursary
Dr J Northway, BM, FRCSCOO/Bursar
Miss J AldousPA to COO/Bursar & Clerk to the Board
Mr R Dickinson Data Development Manager
Mr P Kempton, BSc (Hons) ComputingDatabase Manager
Mr M Connolly, CIMA, BA (Hons)Head of Finance
Mrs D Molloy Fees and Billing Manager
Mrs R HandayaniFinance Assistant
Mrs G NicholasFinance Assistant
Miss H Stanley-Ward, ACA, BSc (Hons)Accountant
P Swift, AAT L2Assistant Accountant
Chapel
Mr Jarrod Taylor, BTh Theology (TEEC South Africa)Chaplain
Clinical Services Team
Mrs A Hodge, RMA CYPDirector of Safeguarding, Clinical Services Manager and Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mr S Williams, BA (Hons) Assistant Director of Safeguarding and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Miss L Lister, BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing Lead School Nurse
Miss C Jones, Registered Nurse, BSc (Hons)School Nurse
Mrs F Rush, Registered Nurse, Dip HE, NNEB School Nurse
Mrs L Mulligan Medical Receptionist & Administrator
Mr J Howes, MCSP, BSc (Hons)Specialist MSK Physiotherapist
Mrs T Jasper, MBACP Lead School Counsellor
Mrs H Webb, BA (Hons) School Counsellor
Communication, Admissions and Development
Mrs R Nairne, BA (Hons)Director of Communications, Admissions and Development
Mrs M Baker Admissions Officer
Mrs L Ross, BA (Hons) PR and Digital Marketing Executive
Mrs L GarrardVisa & Immigration Compliance Manager
Mrs L Hopkins Admissions and Data Manager
Mr M Kuchta, ATPL, ME/IR. CPL, FdScEvents, Marketing and Communications Executive
Mrs M Leigh Front of House Co-ordinator
Mrs L Martin-Smith, BA (Hons)Head of External Communications
Mr R Mills, BA (Hons), PGCE Registrar
Development & Alumni Relations
Mrs C Sutton, BA (Hons), MSc, PGCE Director of Advancement and Alumni Relations
Estates Department
Mr S Hadland, CIWFMEstates Manager
Mrs K Francis Director of Projects
Mr L BennettHead Groundsman
Miss K Blake, MBICScCleaning Manager
Mrs N HawkinsEstates Department Office Co-ordinator
Mr S Ancaster Estates Administrator
Mr G Davis Fire Safety Technician
Mr J Hinchcliffe Health and Safety and Fire Technician
Mr J Portnell, AIFireEHealth and Safety Compliance Manager
Porters’ Lodge/Security
Mr N HicksSecurity/Salto Co-ordinator/Residential Caretaker
Mrs G Barr, BA (Hons)Gatekeeper
Mr I Barr, BSc (Hons), PGCEGatekeeper
Maintenance
Mr J Allee
Mr R Baxter
Mr R Brandon
Mr C Da-Silva
Mr L Delaney
Mr S Delaney
Mr M Goldsmith
Mr R Nicholas
Mr S O’Niell
Mr D Nutbeam
Mr P Pepper
Mr A Rideout
Mr A Robinson
Mr T Wiles
Grounds
Mr A Brookes
Mr J Noakes
Mr M Perkins
Mr C Ramsden
Mr J Roseblades
Mr M Simms
Mr A Smith
Mr A Taylor
Mr R Teague
Housekeeping
Miss L Aggett
Mrs C Baker
Mr B Carmichael
Miss L Cooper
Mrs V Field
Mr M Firmin
Miss S Grant
Mr J Holt
Mr L Jones
Mrs S Jusic
Mrs S Killick
Mrs V Knights
Mr G Lake
Mr D Latter
Mrs L Leakey
Mrs K Misiura
Mrs K Neale
Mrs M Raposo
Mrs N Smith
Mr N Thomas
Mrs D Trott
Mrs N Vine
Mrs K Weeks
Exams
Mrs E DevereuxHead of Exams
Mrs K Hutchison Examinations Manager
Mr J Glover, BSc, Dip Ed Deputy Examinations Officer
Human Resources
Mrs E Maynard, MCIPDDirector of People
Mrs L Willis, CIPD Associate HR Manager
Miss C ClarkPeople Systems Administrator
Miss A DukeRecruitment Assistant
Miss L Huggett Recruitment Co-ordinator
Mrs D Mitchell, ACIPP, MATTPayroll Controller & Systems Manager
Miss M PughHR Officer
Mrs I Rusu, BA Hons HR Administrator
Miss A Schulte People Assistant
IT Services
Mr D EglingtonNetwork Manager
Mr S Dickson Assistant Network Manager
Mr P Moore IT Engineer
Learning Enhancement Administration
Mrs L Backler PA to Director of Learning Enhancement
Library
Miss S EvansLibrarian
Partnerships and Social Responsibility
Mrs M Leggett, BA (Hons), MA, PGCEHead of Partnerships and Social Responsibility
School Office
Mrs K Ray-GainHeadmaster’s PA
Mrs L AllanPA to Deputy Head: Operations & Assistant Heads
Mrs D MurphyPA to Deputy Head & Assistant Heads (Day & Boarding)
Sustainability
Mr J Slinger, BA, MA, PGCESustainability Co-ordinator
Dr F Mansfield, BSc (Hons), PhD, Sustainability Co-ordinator
QTS, MRSB
Transport
Mr R Perkins Transport Manager
Mr W Muir Pupil Travel Co-ordinator
Mr J PumphreyTrust Transport Administrator
Mr S LandegTransport Technician
Mr L Taylor Mechanic Apprentice
Drivers
Mr L Adams
Mr T Bennett
Mr D Bigsby
Mr A Bishop
Mr B Blewitt
Mr B Brown
Mr D Budgen
Mr D Cox
Mr M Dando
Mr J Denny
Mr K Etebar
Mr A Fleetwood
Mr J Montague
Mr B Murphy
Mrs C Perkins
Mr F Pollitt
Mr E Prior
Mr R Robinson
Mr J Spencer
Mr A Tugwell
Mr A Upton
Mr G Whitmore
SUMMER SCHOOL
Mr R Edwards, BSc, Hons, MScDirector
Mr L Hart, FDA Sports Coaching & Development Assistant Director
Mr N Firman, BA Admissions Manager
Miss A Piotrowska, BA (Hons), MA, PgDip Operations and Academic Manager
Mr C Wiltshire, BSc Sales & Partnerships Manager
Mr S FarebrotherLettings & Social Programme Manager
Ms T Cook Summer School Sales and Admissions
Miss M HamblyRecruitment Executive
Miss L Fox, MA, TESOL, BA TESOL Recruitment Executive
DAILY AND WEEKLY ARRANGEMENTS
Chapel, School and House Assemblies will be ‘in person’ again, however, if appropriate we may revert to these occasions online.
CHAPEL ROTA
MONDAY ATUESDAY AWEDNESDAY ATHURSDAY AFRIDAY A
CROSSWAYSDICKERSTUDKNIGHTSDORMS
MONDAY BTUESDAY BWEDNESDAY BTHURSDAY BFRIDAY B
CAMBERLOTBLOOMSBURYDORTERCHARLESTONDEIS
MEAL TIMES SUMMER TERM 2024
BREAKFAST – Please note Breakfast is for boarders only so we can accommodate all the pupils in the dining hall safely.
MONDAY – FRIDAYSATURDAY
7.15 am Dorms
7.25 am Dorter 7.35 am Stud
am
am
LUNCH
When available the Grab & Go lunch service (if applicable) - comprising of hot and cold food and fruit is served in the marquee. The Grab & Go service opens to all Sixth Form pupils and three selected houses each day from 1.00pm (timetable below). Hot food and soups are served in the Dining Room. As well as this there will be a rota for in house lunch.
DINING ROOM SERVICE/GRAB & GO TIMETABLE
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
NOTES
● Please note the rotas for Grab & Go and In House lunches
Camberlot, Stud, and Dorter Dorms and a Day House (one per week in the Recital Room on rotation)
● Monday to Friday – Early lunch is available for the Sixth Form who are not in lessons from 12.10pm in the Dining Room Service Only
● Any other pupil wishing to have lunch early must show those on duty an email from the relevant member of staff organising the activity. Those wishing to enter for an early lunch must queue beside the steps beside the tensa barriers on the other side of the entrance and wait patiently for the prefects to let them in when there is an appropriate gap.
● Please be aware that Legat classes will commence at 2.00 pm Tuesday and Thursday
● Saturday Lunch for all Boarders and Day Pupils 12.00 – 1.00 pm
● On Fridays one day House per week will have in-house lunch in the Recital Room on a rotational basis. This will start at 1.10 pm and pupils should aim to go to the Recital Room as soon as Period 4 has finished.
SUPPER
CHAPEL ARRANGEMENTS
• Chapel is an essential part of our school week. It is one opportunity to find moments of peace in a busy life. The weekly topics will revolve around both faith and values where the faith aspect is an exposure to the religious tradition of the Christian faith. Singing is an important and uplifting part of our Chapel experience. All are encouraged to take part.
• Chapel is compulsory for all and absence can only be granted by the Hm in agreement with the Chaplain. Personal faith is not expected; respect is.
• Pupils will be in their place, sitting silently and respectfully, ready for the service to commence at the advertised start time. The Chapel is open in advance of the Chapel services and pupils and staff are welcome to arrive early to sit quietly.
• Pupils are expected to self-regulate their behaviour and this is both the expectation and the norm. House prefects are present to monitor and encourage this attitude of reverence.
BOARDING AND WEEKEND PROGRAMME 2024
• Friday evenings – a social programme of events are available to all pupils. Pupils can sign up for these events electronically via a Google Form with instructions. Please note that day buses depart at 4.30 pm on Friday and therefore any day pupil wishing to join in with Friday evening sessions will have to make their own way home.
• Saturday mornings are open to all pupils. Day pupils should arrive at school prior to the start of the activity, register at the Porters Lodge and then should go directly to their weekend session where they will be registered. Lunch is available for all pupils in school on Saturdays. Day pupils should have departed by 1.30 pm and should sign out at the Porters Lodge. Please note all pupils selected for a sports team are expected to play in all fixtures as these take priority.
• The Boarding & Weekend Programme for the upcoming weekend and for the term can be viewed on the Pupil’s MyBede’s page under Co-Curricular.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Policies
All school policies relevant to parents can be found on the Bede’s web site (www.bedes.org)
The Medical Centre
If you are feeling unwell you must approach your House Matron (Boarders) or go directly to the Medical Centre. The Opening Times for the centre are 8.30 am until 5.00 pm Monday to Friday, early closure on Wednesday for staff meetings and CPD at 4.00 pm.
The School Nurse can be contacted on 01323 356790 / 01323 356791 in hours, out of hours please call 101 and refer to the Duties and Weekend Document page for members of SMT staff on duty.
Clinical Services Manager
Lead School Nurse
School Nurse
School Nurse
School Doctor
IT RESOURCES
Mrs A Hodge
Miss L Lister
Miss C Jones
Mrs F Rush
Dr M Northway
Any issues with technology should be reported to the Helpdesk which is situated in the Aviary, outside the Science Block. The Helpdesk is open Monday – Friday 8.00 am – 4.30 pm. Pupils and staff can email queries to helpdesk@bedes.org
LOST PROPERTY
The school cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage to the personal property of pupils. To minimise the possibility of property being lost:
• All pupils and their parents are required to make sure that all items of clothing and equipment are labelled, where possible, so that lost property is returned to its owner as soon as possible.
• Pupils are required to make sure that all their personal property and any school property issued to them is kept safely on their person.
• Parents are responsible for insuring their child’s personal items.
• Any items found at the School site or on school buses should be taken to the Porters’ Lodge, and if named will be returned to the pupils’ house as soon as possible.
• All unnamed/unclaimed lost property is disposed of at the end of each term.
THE VILLAGE SHOP
• As well as being part of the Bede’s Community we are all part of a wider Village Community and everyone should show care and thought to those within it.
• We expect everyone at Bede’s to behave in a compassionate and caring manner to all those that they come in contact with in the wider world.
• This is particularly important within the Village due to the high profile of the School within the locality.
• We recognise that this is incredibly important as Bede’s is at the centre of the Village, but also because we firmly believe that building a kind-hearted community fosters belonging and we want this for the whole Village as well as the School.
• Therefore everyone visiting the Village Shop must be aware of the impact that their actions can have on the Village and that they are ambassadors for the School.
• There are a number of properties that face directly into the waiting area outside the shop. This means that anyone visiting the Village Shop is very visible to local residents, who will in turn form an opinion of the reputation of Bede’s, based on the behaviour of those visiting whilst at the shop and when heading to and from the shop.
• Everyone should therefore do everything they can to be conscientious, kind and thoughtful in any of their interactions with residents and members of the public when visiting the Village Shop.
• Making excessive noise or using bad language when going to or from the shop or when waiting outside the shop is not in keeping with the aforementioned values.
• Walking thoughtfully along the pavements and being compassionate by bearing others in mind when doing so helps us build the right relationships with the Village.
Timings that must be followed by Pupils when visiting the Village Shop
• The Village Shop is out of bounds for all pupils, aside from those in the Sixth Form until the end of afternoon activities at 4.40 pm on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and 4.30pm on Monday and Friday.
• Sixth Formers visiting should always make sure that they allow enough time to come back and should leave the shop fifteen minutes before the start of their next lesson or registration.
• Sixth Formers must ensure that they attend lunchtime registration with their house and should not use being at the shop as a reason to miss this.
• Exceptions to these rules are only allowed when permission is specifically given by a member of staff for a particular reason e.g. A tutor group visiting the shop.
• Pupils should not use visiting the Village Shop as a reason to miss other school commitments when they are required to be in another place.
• All pupils should be conscientious and take responsibility for the safety of their peers by ensuring that they go in pairs when walking to and from the shop in the dark during the Winter months.
Rules to follow when travelling to the Village Shop
Day PupilsSixth Form onlySixth Form onlyOn Monday, Tuesday Sixth FormAll day
All pupils mustAll pupils must and Thursday Day pupils onlypupils leave the shopattend lunch are allowed from the by 10.55amand registrationend of afternoon with their HouseActivities at 4.40 pm onwards. On Wednesday and Friday Day pupils are allowed from 4.30 pm onwards.
BoardingSixth Form onlySixth Form onlyOn Monday, TuesdaySixth Form All PupilsAll pupils mustAll pupils must and Thursday Day pupils onlyBoarding leave the shopattend lunchare allowed from thepupils by 10.55amand registrationend of afternoon with their HouseActivities at 4.40 pm onwards. On Wednesday and Friday Day pupils are allowed from 4.30 pm onwards.
• Pupils must walk to and from the Village Shop in the safest way possible along the pavement and should not try to visit the Village Shop by the footpath from the back of the fields in order to avoid being seen by members of Staff.
• Pupils should be mindful of cars when visiting the Village Shop and especially of cars coming to or from the residents houses or the car parking area outside the shop itself.
• Pupils must consider the importance of being ambassadors for the School and therefore consider their uniform when visiting the Village Shop.
Specifics on arrival and departure from the shop are in line with the above values
• Only four pupils are allowed to stand in the shop at a time – please note that this does not include those who are seated for dining. This is to ensure that the shop does not become too crowded and so pupils are not in any way seen as being a domineering presence by others who may be using the shop.
• Pupils must form an orderly queue behind the plant pots so that they are not blocking the entrance and should be caring and thoughtful towards those who are entering and exiting the shop.
• Pupils must respect the fact that tables are limited at the shop. The tables, both inside and outside the Village Shop are for dine-in customers only, meaning that those pupils who are waiting must not sit down at them as this would be selfish and not in line with being thoughtful to others. This also applies to any prefects who may be present and their friends. If pupils wish to dine in they just need to ask for a menu and they will be served.
• Pupils should respect the public and all other diners whilst in the shop.
• Pupils must not drop litter, on the road, pavement or area around the Village Shop.
• Pupils must not play ball games on the road, pavement or area around the Village Shop.
• Pupils should remember that the Village Shop does not belong to the school and is open to the public. Please be courteous at all times to members of the public and the staff in the shop.
Opening Hours
Please note that the times that the Village Shop is open do vary considerably and can also change on the day so what is below can only be seen as a guide.
Monday to Friday
Saturday
Sunday
OUT OF BOUNDS
8.30am – 6.00pm
9.00am – 3.00pm
9.00am – 3.00pm
• Please note the fields and path behind the Village Shop are out of bounds as well as any of the areas beyond the School fences which are private land owned by others.
• Trespassing onto the private land surrounding the School will be taken extremely seriously.
• Please also note that the area around the Greenhouses is also out of bounds.
MOBILE PHONES, AIRPODS AND HEADPHONES
• From the start of the school day until the end of the school day, mobile phones, headphones and AirPods must not be used by pupils and should not be seen. The only exceptions to this are the very specific examples when a phone is required. For example, making a payment, using two-factor authentication or, in certain classes, under teacher supervision, for filming or photographing or for listening to videos on devices in lessons.
• If pupils are seen with a phone, headphones and AirPods they will be confiscated and it is the responsibility of the pupil to collect them at the end of the day.
• These rules do not apply after the end of the school working day. Note that there are different rules inside Boarding Houses and also for Sixth Formers.
• Phones, headphones and AirPods should not be seen at any time in the Dining Hall, including all Boarders’ meal times outside of the school working day and at weekends.
• From the start of the school day until the end of the school day, pupils should not wear Headphones or AirPods around the campus during the hours of the school working day.
VISITORS TO BEDE’S CAMPUS
Bede’s welcomes parents and other people visiting the School, recognising the importance of interaction with non-School members. At the same time, however, we must ensure the safety and welfare of our pupils and avoid disruption to the educational process. Therefore, we ask parents, whenever possible, to make their visit known to the relevant member of staff (usually your child’s tutor or Housemaster/Housemistress) in advance. Pupils may not receive other visitors at School without the prior agreement of their Housemaster/Housemistress on each occasion. (For further details please see Bede’s Visitor Policy at www.bedes.org)
All visitors MUST report to the Porters’ Lodge.
SENIOR SCHOOL UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS
All pupils are expected to wear the uniform in the correct manner which embodies the values of the school.
JUNIOR UNIFORM
Must / Must not
• School blue tweed blazers must be worn at all times.
• School grey trousers (purchased from School Blazer) must be worn with a white shirt (with top button done up) and house tie or with a collared blouse and house tie. Shirts must always be tucked in.
• Kilts must not be altered (including rolled), must be of an appropriate length, recommended to be no more than 5cm above the knee and must be worn with a white open necked collared blouse / shirt and be tucked in.
• Jumpers must be the blue v-neck jumper with green trim (purchased from School Blazer). The jumper must be worn in addition to the blazer and not instead of the blazer. House hoodies and other jumpers or sweatshirts must not be worn.
• White or black ankle length socks must be worn with a house kilt or neutral, plain blue or black tights or no socks must be worn with a house kilt. White socks should not be worn with school trousers. Knee length socks must not be worn.
• Shoes must be all black, must be leather or leather look and must be a traditional shoe that can be polished. Canvas shoes, trainers and any boots must not be worn. Sliders must not be worn.
• Pupils must not have nose piercings, eyebrow piercings, tongue piercings, lip piercings or septum piercings.
• Headphones must not be worn or on show around the school site.
Should / Should not
• Coats should cover the suit jacket and should only be navy or black. They can be made of waterproof or wool material. New Balance Sport Jackets can be worn as a school coat.
• Tights should not be ripped and will need to be replaced as soon as possible.
• Jewellery should be discreet.
• Hair should be discreet in style, worn tidily and in a natural tone. Makeup should be discreet, Junior pupils should be clean shaven.
• Nail length and style should be discreet and should be practical for school.
SENIOR UNIFORM
Must / Must not
• Blazers must be worn at all times.
• Jumpers must be worn in addition to the blazer and not instead of the blazer. Hoodies (including House Hoodies), sweatshirts, track suit tops or cardigans must not be worn.
• Coats must be worn in addition to the blazer and not instead of the blazer.
• Collared shirts or collared blouses must be worn with trousers. Otherwise, collared or non collared blouses either patterned or plain must be worn. Vest tops (for clarity, a top that has straps), low cut tops, T-shirts, polo shirts or crop tops must not be worn.
• Pupils must wear some form of house identity with their senior outfits – this can be in the form of a tie, scarf or badge at the discretion of their Hm.
• Skirts or Dresses must be appropriate and professional office attire. Skirts must not be Denim, or look ‘stretchy’ eg. Lycra. Shorts must not be worn. Dresses must have sleeves (for clarity, not a top that has straps or no shoulder covering).
• Trousers must not be Denim or look ‘stretchy’ eg. Lycra and for clarity, must not be jeans or leggings.
• Knee length socks or fishnet tights must not be worn.
• Shoes or boots must not be canvas or trainers. Shoes or boots should be suede, leather or leather look. Sliders or knee high boots must not be worn.
• Nose piercings or septum piercings must be discreet (with a small clear or skin colour stud / bar).
• Pupils must not have eyebrow piercings, tongue piercings or lip piercings.
• Facial hair must be tidy, of even length and no longer than 5mm in length.
• Pupils must have no visible tattoos.
• Headphones must not be worn or on show around the school site.
Should / Should not
• Jewellery should be discreet. Makeup should be discreet.
• A plain coat which should cover the blazer, the New Balance sport coat may be worn.
• Hair should be a natural colour, clean and tidy.
• Nail length should be practical for school.
SPORTS UNIFORM FOR ACTIVITIES / TRAINING UNIFORM / PE KIT
Please note the kit provider is New Balance, no other kit to be worn. For sport all items listed here unless otherwise stated are ‘must’.
• Tracksuit Trousers must be Bede’s Black New Balance only.
• T-Shirts must be the Bede’s Black New Balance T-shirt with Bede’s logo only.
• Bede’s Black New Balance Bede’s skorts or shorts must be worn only. Lycra athletics shorts must be worn whilst participating only and not worn at any other time.
• Bede’s Black New Balance leggings.
• Bede’s Black New Balance logo socks must be worn for team sports and with the rest of the kit.
• Bede’s Black New Balance Jumper or Bede’s Black New Balance one quarter zip games top must be worn.
• House Hoodies must not be worn for sporting activities.
• Bede’s Black full zip New Balance jacket must be worn. One of these jackets must be worn to fixtures.
• Different sports will require you to purchase the Bede’s New Balance games kit e.g. netball dresses, cricket whites.
• Swimwear must be the Bede’s Black New Balance one piece swimsuit or Bede’s Black Balance Swimming Shorts.
• Kit purchased for Sports tours is permitted if it is in line (the same kit with slightly different branding) with standard Bede’s kit only. This will be arranged by the sports department for each tour.
• Jewellery must not be worn during sporting activities.
• In many sports safety equipment must be worn such as gum shields, shin pads and other PPE as required and deemed necessary by the member of staff overseeing that activity.
• Shoes: Suitable shoes for the type of sport and venue you are playing must be worn.
1. Astro shoes on the astro turf
2. Indoor trainers for the sports complex
3. Football boots for football
4. Sliders should not be worn for any sport or activity
SPORT AND ACTIVITY INFORMATION
At Bede’s we pride ourselves on a rich sporting provision. As an HMC school we must comply with their code of conduct – this applies to our players and our spectators.
TEAMBede’s - Inspire each generation
Sport plays a fundamental part of life at Bede’s. With a nationally recognised programme, world-class facilities and specialist coaches, opportunity, drive and participation is at the heart of what we do. Whether pursuing sport as a career or a
hobby, Bede’s pupils are encouraged to exceed all expectations, grow in confidence and develop a life-long passion for health and fitness.
The ethos and core values of TEAMBede’s are:
Teamwork – Ask not what your team mates can do for you, but what you can do for them
Respect – Be fully committed in every session, appreciate the opportunity you have. Respect all those around you no matter who they are
Enjoyment – Comes from improvement, success, making friends and helping others develop. Understand your own goals. Positively encourage others to engage
Humility – Be humble, be aware of others, be polite. Thank those who spend time making sure you have a good experience
Discipline – Discipline from within. Be on time, in correct kit, be organised and respect the official’s decisions
Leadership – Communicate with positivity and trustworthiness, be motivational, be committed and support everyone
AT BEDE’S WE EXPECT
1. Our pupils to learn the rules and play within them; to show good sportsmanship at all times, never playing unfairly or arguing with officials.
2. Our spectators to set a good example by recognising fair play and applauding good performance by all players. Spectators should not comment in a negative manner towards any player, coach or official. Bad language will not be tolerated either on or off the field.
3. Pupils and spectators to accept the official’s judgements and decisions.
4. Parents are asked to be supportive of the selection decisions made by coaches, accepting that decisions are made on a broad range of selection criteria.
5. Our coaches to communicate with teams through the Bede’s Sport page and app. Team lists will appear 48 hours beforehand. It is the responsibility of the pupil to check the team list.
Bede’s has its own dedicated sports web page - http://sports.bedes.org Accessing this through a mobile device will automatically direct you to the Bede’s Sport App. The web page and app contains up to date information about fixtures, team lists and travel.
• All pupils selected for a school team are expected to play all fixtures. Parents must seek permission from the Director of Sport, Mr Byrne for a pupil to miss a
fixture but this must be sought at least a week before via a parent/guardian email. Any pupil who misses a fixture without permission will receive a sanction.
• There will be occasions when fixtures have to be changed or cancelled. Please check the school sports page on the parent portal or ring the Sports Hall on 01323 356569 if you are uncertain.
• Sports Matches, Practices, Drama, Music and Dance rehearsals take priority on a Tuesday and Thursday afternoon over other events. Pupils involved in these activities must attend them.
• All times for Sports Matches are ‘kick off’ times; parents are welcome to attend any match.
• Cup fixtures cannot be planned in advance and therefore will appear in the online calendar and on the sports website.
DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURE FOR SPORT
• Stage 1 – Imposition and Sports Hall Detention (for repeated poor etiquette, poor kit or lateness)
• Stage 2 – Removed for up to a two-week period from the activity or/and Deputy Head Detention (for any repeats of stage 1, missing a fixture without adequate information or notice or dismissal from play during a fixture i.e. a Red Card)
• Stage 3 – Removed from programme (any repeat offences after stage 2) Parents will be informed at each stage and decisions are made by the Director of Sport and SMT regarding all disciplinary issues.
ACTIVITY INFORMATION AND KIT
Expectations of pupil behaviour and dress are of the highest standard. Pupils must wear Bede’s Sports kit for all sporting activities at any time of the day. All pupils are expected to wear PE kit for their lessons and Activities kit for non-PE activities. Lessons and activities start promptly and lateness will not be tolerated for either lessons or Activities. If for any reason a pupil is unable to participate then a note must be provided for the relevant member of staff. House T-shirts can only be worn for House Competitions.
• Afternoon activities are compulsory and are part of the school day. Failure to attend an activity will result in a sanction.
• Pupils should not change their assigned activity without written permission from Mr Richards.
• Pupils must go to the assigned location for an activity at the correct time.
• Pupils who forget their kit for a sporting activity should stay with the activity and help run it with the member of staff.
• Pupils who are injured, missed the bus or whose teacher is absent should go to ICT3 for ‘Missed Activities’.
• Private Study is supervised – all pupils must register for Private Study.
• The Village Shop is out of bounds during activity time unless there is an activity scheduled to take place there.
ACTIVITIES / TRAINING UNIFORM / PE KIT
• Please note the kit provider is New Balance – the Canterbury kit is now phased out
• Tracksuit Trousers: Black Bede’s New Balance only. No other tracksuit trousers are permitted.
• Shirts: Black New Balance shirt with Bede’s logo only.
•Skorts, shorts: Black Bede’s Skort or shorts only.
• Leggings: Bede’s New Balance leggings.
• Sports Tour Kit: Kit purchased for Sports tours is permitted if it is in line (the same kit with slightly different branding) with standard Bede’s kit only.
• Cold Weather Top: Bede’s New balance Jumper or New Balance lack one quarter zip games top
• Wet Weather Jacket: Black full zip New Balance jacket.
• Specialist Sports Kit: Different sports will require you to purchase the Bede’s games kit e.g. netball dresses, cricket whites.
• Shoes: Suitable shoes for the type of sport and venue you are playing at is required.
1. Astro shoes on the astro turf
2. Indoor trainers for the sports complex
3. Boots for football
• Socks: Black Bede’s logo socks.
• Swimwear: Black one piece swimsuit.
• Jewellery: No jewellery should be worn during sporting activities.
• Safety Equipment: In many sports you will be required to wear gum shields, shin pads and other PPE as required.
Uniform expectations for pupils in Performing Arts, Legat and Sports where changing is required:
• All pupils must arrive in full school uniform in the morning and change as per the below.
• All pupils must wear the correct Legat Uniform or be smartly dressed in their full Bede’s tracksuits. Full Bede’s kit means no shorts, skorts or sliders worn around the site. All pupils must present a pass to show their permissions and failure to produce this could lead to the privilege being removed.
• If a pupil has a lesson period 1 or 2 then they must politely ask to leave their tutor period promptly by 08.35 and change before their lesson. They may remain in their Legat Uniform during period 2 only.
• Pupils who have a lesson either period 1 or 2 change back into school uniform at morning break.
• If a pupil has a lesson during either period 3 or 4 then they change for this lesson at morning break. If the lesson is period 3 they may remain in Legat uniform or Bede’s tracksuits during period 4.
• Pupils who have lessons during periods 3 and 4 change back into school uniform at lunchtime.
• If a pupil has a lesson in the afternoon then they change at lunchtime and they may remain in Legat Uniform or Bede’s tracksuits for the afternoon.
• Any exceptional circumstances necessitating an exemption from the above are entirely at the permission and discretion of the Assistant Head Day or Deputy Heads.
CONTACT NUMBERS
DAY PUPIL ABSENCE
Please email/telephone the individual Houses by 8.00 am on each day of absence.
ACADEMIC
OTHER USEFUL NUMBERS
PRE TERM EVENTS
WEEK ONE
MON 15 APR
Senior School EventHead of School and Deputies announced during School Assembly
8:10amSenior School EventDay Pupils return
BTUE 16 APR
11:00amCharityPupils Volunteering at Bluebell Wood for charity
5:30pmSenior School EventOscars Night in the Miles Studio
WED 17 APR
2:20pmPSHEU6 Mental Health Awareness with Satveer Nijjar in the Recital Room
3:20pmPSHEFY Mental Health Awareness with Satveer Nijjar in the Recital Room
THU 18 APR
8:30amTrips & VisitsA Level Geography trip to London
9:00amSenior School EventBE day Year 6 (2026)
5:00pmSenior School EventVisiting Speaker - Supra-Curricular / 42 Club in the Recital Room
FRI 19 APR
8:20amSenior School EventClassics Day 2024 in the Recital Room
5:30pmPerforming Arts FacultyPerforming Arts Celebration Event in the Miles Studio
SAT 20 APR
8:00amDofE
DofE Bronze and Silver Practice Expedition departs
SUN 21 APR
4:00pmDofE
BDofE Bronze and Silver Practice Expedition returns
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WEEK TWO
MON 22 APR
1:30pmExaminationsL5 GCSE Drama Devised Theatre Performance Examination pupils off timetable
5:00pmExaminationsL5 GCSE Drama Devised Theatre Performance Examination. Audience to be seated by 4:50 pm for exam starting at 5:00 pm
6:00pmSenior School EventDorms Evensong followed by Formal Dinner in the Recital Room
TUE 23 APR
9:00 amExaminationsIGCSE Second Language English Speaking Examinations
9:30amSenior School EventYr 10 interschools debating comp in the Recital Room
2:00pmPerforming Arts FacultyRehearsals for Student Gig in the Miles Studio
7:30pmPerforming Arts FacultyStudent Gig in the Miles Studio
WED 24 APR
STEM FacultyTBC - L5 National Scientifi Thinking Challenge
8:40amTrips & VisitsSHAPE Faculty Outreach visit to Windlesham School
1:00pmCareersUniversities and Careers Fair in the MPH
2:00pmPerforming Arts FacultyL6 Drama Comp 1 - Tech and Performance
6:00pmSenior School EventMemoria - Devised Theatre Performance L6 Drama for Parents
6:30pmSenior School EventInternational Cultural Evening
THU 25 APR
A8:30amAcademicSport Leadership Event for BTEC Sports pupils at Polegate Primary School
9:00amSenior School EventBE day Year 7 (2025)
2:00pmPerforming Arts FacultyRehearsal for Music Theatre Showcase in the Miles Studio
5:15pmLanguages FacultyFY and L5 Languages Masterclass
7:15pmPerforming Arts FacultyMusic Theatre Showcase in the Miles Studio Parent Performance
FRI 26 APR
7:00pmAlumni2021 Leavers’ Reunion
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SAT 27 APR
SUN 28 APR
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WEEK THREE
MON 29 APR
2:20pmSenior School EventFinal whole school assembly prior to examinations starting in the MPH
TUE 30 APR
8:40amTrips & VisitsLower Sixth UCAS Discovery trip to the Brighton Centre
11:30amSenior School EventSport Leadership Event – PAWS swimming interhouse gala
7:30pmSenior School EventPyemont Lecture: Caitlin Wood in the Recital Room
WED 1 MAY
8:30amSenior School EventRoyal Holloway Psych Competition
9:00amExaminationsFirst Public Exam
4:40pmSenior School EventHouse Prefects Training completed by House
7:15pmPerforming Arts FacultyBTEC Performing Arts Showcase in the Miles Studio
THU 2 MAY
12:00pmTrips & VisitsY9 Drama Theatre Trip to see ‘Blue Beard’ at the Battersea Art Centre, London
1:30pmLegatLegat Dance Academy Trip to see ‘Everyone is Talking about Jamie’ at The Congress Theatre, Eastbourne
B1:45pmSenior School EventChapel Concert at Holy Trinity Church, Upper Dicker
FRI 3 MAY
SAT 4 MAY 10:00amPerforming Arts FacultyDrama Y9 and Y10 Soldier and Death Rehearsals
SUN 5 MAY
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WEEK FOUR
MON 6 MAY
May Day Bank Holiday – School closed for lessons and activities, Boarders on site
CharityDeis Charity Week
TUE 7 MAY
9:00amSenior School EventPrep School Choral Workshop Day
10:00amSenior School EventPartnership schools visit
12:30pmSenior School EventYear 13 Prep School Reunion Visit
5:00pmCareersCareers Parent Consultations (online)
6:00pmCharity6th Form Social – Fundraiser
WED 8 MAY
8:00amTrips & VisitsL6 History trip to the Churchill War Rooms
8:40amPSHEThe Progressive Masculinity Program for pupils
7:00pmPSHEThe Progressive Masculinity Program for parents in the Recital Room
THU 9 MAY
9:00amSenior School EventBE day (Prep) Year 7 (2025)
5:00pmPerforming Arts FacultyRehearsal and setup for Bede’s Young Musician of the Year in the Recital Room
7:15pmPerforming Arts FacultyBede’s Young Musician of the Year in the Recital Room
FRI 10 MAY
Senior School EventHouse Committee Meeting
Senior School EventPrevious Heads of School and Newly Appointed Heads of School meeting with the Headmaster
3:00pmDevelopment FoundationFind out more about our Foundation in the Salon
6:30pmSenior School EventJoint Crossways and Stud Parents’ wine tasting evening in the Pavilion
ASAT 11 MAY
10:00amTrips & VisitsSign-up Trip to see ‘Minority Report’ at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
7:00pmSenior School EventEurovision Night in Dorms
SUN 12 MAY
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MON 13 MAY
PSHEMental Health Awareness Week 2024
5:00pmPerforming Arts FacultyRehearsal and Setup for Leavers’ Recital and Music for a Summer Evening
7:15pmPerforming Arts FacultyLeavers’ Recital and Music for a Summer Evening
TUE 14 MAY
7:00amTrips & VisitsMUN Visit to the Finnish Embassy in London
7:00pmCharityYoung at Heart fashion show in the Recital Room WEEK FIVE
9:00amTrips & VisitsEco-Writers Trip to Knepp Estate, West Sussex
9:30amSenior School EventYr 7/8 inter schools quiz comp in the Recital Room
1:30pmCareers50 Ways to Spend Your Summer (Location P9)
WED 15 MAY
8:45amTrips & VisitsGCSE Geography Field Trip to Eastbourne
10:40amSTEM FacultyScience of Sport Pop Up
11:00amTrips & VisitsL6 Drama Theatre Trip to see 'Machinal' at the Old Vic Theatre, London
3:20pmSTEM FacultyL5 Space Masterclass (invite only) in the Recital Room
4:30pmSTEM FacultySpace Education STEM CPD - Visiting speaker
4:45pmSenior School EventL6 School Prefect Training (Part 1) and BBQ
THU 16 MAY
B4:00pmSenior School EventMasterclass for Prep School
FRI 17 MAY
Senior School EventSchool Committee Meeting
8:45amTrips & VisitsGCSE Geography Field Trip to Eastbourne
1:30pmCareersAccelerate Your Apprenticeship (Location - P9)
SAT 18 MAY
10:00amPerforming Arts FacultyDrama Y9 and Y10 Soldier and Death Rehearsals
7:00pmAlumniThe 1990s Reunion in the Recital Room
SUN 19 MAY
10:00amExaminationsRAD Ballet Examinations
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MON 20 MAY
STEM FacultyTBC - Mission to Mars Outreach Event in the Recital Room
8:45amTrips & VisitsFY and L5 British Museum trip
10:00amExaminationsRambert Dance Examinations
12:00 pmSenior School EventSt Ronan’s Choral Workshop
ATUE 21 MAY
8:30amSTEM FacultyJunior UKMT Maths Team Challenge in the Recital Room
1:30pmCareersSpruce-up your CV (Location – P9)
7:15pmPerforming Arts FacultyJunior School Show 1 of ‘Soldier and Death’
WED 22 MAY
2:20pmSenior School EventL6 Diploma Talk with Sam Jackson re Conservation in the Recital Room
7:15pmSenior School EventL6 Parents UCAS Information Seminar in the Recital Room
THU 23 MAY
8:45pmTrips & VisitsA Level Geography trip to Eastbourne
3:00pmPerforming Arts FacultyJunior School Show 2 of ‘Soldier and Death’
5:00pmSHAPE FacultyFY and L5 Masterclass / visiting speaker in the Recital Room
7:15pmPerforming Arts FacultyJunior School Show 3 of ‘Soldier and Death’
FRI 24 MAY
1:10pm Half term Begins. Buses depart at 1.30 pm
5:30pmSenior School EventLeaver’s Ball
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SAT 1 JUN PSHEPride Month
SUN 2 JUN
8:00amSenior School EventDemelza - Bubble Rush at Bede’s
2:30pmSenior School EventBoarders return
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WEEK SEVEN
MON 3 JUN
AcademicL5 Assessment Week 8:10amSenior School EventDay Pupils return
TUE 4 JUN 1:30pmTrips & VisitsCharleston House Afternoon Out – Kayaking
WED 5 JUN 6:00pmDevelopment FoundationBede’s Development Foundation Board Meeting
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THU 6 JUN 1:30pmExaminationsExam Contingency Day
FRI 7 JUN
Senior School EventHouse Committee Meeting
8:30amTrips & VisitsL6 Business Studies Amazon Fulfilment
Centre Trip
1:30pmCareers50 Ways to Spend Your Summer
(Location – P9)
5:30pmDofEDofE Bronze Assessed Expedition departs
SAT 8 JUN
9:30amSenior School EventPrep Sports Day at Upper Dicker
10:00amPerforming Arts FacultyEdinburgh Fringe Festival Play rehearsal
SUN 9 JUN
9:30amLegatLegat Dance Academy – June Show Rehearsal
5:30pmDofEDofE Bronze Assessed Expedition returns
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WEEK EIGHT
MON 10 JUN
ExaminationsL6 Assessment Week
ExaminationsFY Assessment Week 10-12 June (Core subjects only)
7:45amTrips & VisitsTBC - L5 scholars trip to Cambridge
5:45pmSenior School EventDay House Welcome Event #1
TUE 11 JUN
9:30amSenior School EventPolegate school enrichment day
5:45pmSenior School EventDay House Welcome Event #2
WED 12 JUN
4:45pmSenior School EventL5 Social in the Marquee
THU 13 JUN
AcademicCross Curricular Day for FY
1:30pmAcademicExam Contingency Day
1:45pmSenior School EventChapel Concert at Holy Trinity Church, Upper Dicker
2:00pmPerforming Arts FacultyPrep School Instrumental/Scholars’ Workshop
4:00pmSenior School EventMasterclass for Prep School
FRI 14 JUN
AcademicCross Curricular Day for FY
Senior School EventSchool Committee Meeting
1:30pmCareersSpruce-up Your CV (Location – P9)
2:00pmSenior School EventState School Heads Afternoon Tea in the Salon
ASAT 15 JUN
Senior School EventDicker Day in the Village
8:00amTrips & VisitsPADI Scuba Open Water Dives weekend departs (day 1)
10:00amLegatLegat Dance Academy – June Show Dress Rehearsal
10:00amExaminationsLAMDA Examinations
SUN 16 JUN
8:00amTrips & VisitsPADI Scuba Open Water Dives weekend depart (day 2)
10:00amExaminationsLAMDA Examinations
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WEEK NINE
MON 17 JUN
CareersL6 Futures Week
8:40amAcademicL5 - Sixth Form Taster Day #1 – in classrooms
TUE 18 JUN
8:40amAcademicL5 - Sixth Form Taster Day #2 – in classrooms
1:30pmPerforming Arts FacultyMusical performance to Young at Heart in the Recital Room
WED 19 JUN
2:20pmCareersL5 Careers Mock Interviews
3:20pmSenior School EventL5 seminar Preparing for the future with Lancaster University
6:00pmSenior School EventLooking Ahead to Sixth Form – L5 Parent Event in the Marquee
THU 20 JUN
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Senior School EventLast late bus service of the term ExaminationsOxbridge Mock exam
8:30amTrips & VisitsL6 Futures Week - Trip to Sussex University
9:00amLegatTechnical Rehearsal for Legat Showcase –Let’s Go To The Movies at The Congress Theatre
4:00pmSenior School EventCreative Arts Faculty End of Year Show in the Art Department
5:15pmSTEM FacultyFY, L5 Maths Masterclass
FRI 21 JUN
8:30amTrips & VisitsA Level Politics trip
8:45amLegatLegat Showcase - Let’s Go To The Movies at The Congress Theatre
12:00 pmExaminationsEnd of Public Exams
SAT 22 JUN
11:00amSenior School EventBoarding House Welcome Event
SUN 23 JUN
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DofEDofE Silver Assessed Expedition departs –timing TBC
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WEEK TEN
MON 24 JUN
8:00amTrips & VisitsHurstpierpoint College MUN Conference
12:00pmSenior School EventPartnership heads lunch
2:45pmSenior School EventHouse Athletics
5:00pmLegatLegat Dance Academy Celebration Evening with BBQ on the Lawn
TUE 25 JUN
ADofEDofE Silver Assessed Expedition returns –timing TBC
11:00amSenior School EventHouse Competitions
5:00pmSenior School EventCharleston Leavers BBQ in the Salon/on the Lawn
WED 26 JUN
7:30amTrips & VisitsTBC – Oxbridge trip departs (returning 27 June)
8:30amTrips & VisitsU5 Thorpe Park Trip (pick up required – no late buses)
8:30amExaminationsExam Contingency Day
3:20pmAcademicTutor period in tutor bases
3:40pmAcademicFinal Whole School Assembly
THU 27 JUN
9:30amAcademicPrize Winners Rehearsal in the MPH
9:30amAcademicRehearsal for pupils performing music during Prize Winners rehearsal in the MPH
10:45amAcademicPrefect briefing for Speech Day in the Marquee
12:10pmAcademicTutor time in tutor bases
12:40pmAcademicFinal House Assemblies with Tutors (various locations)
1:10pmSenior School Event Early finish at 1.10 pm. Buses depart at 1.30 pm
2:00pmPerforming Arts FacultyRehearsals for Musicians performing at Speech Day in the MPH
2:20pmSenior School EventBoarders’ Packing Afternoon
6:00pmSenior School EventBBQ for Boarders on the Lawn
7:00pmTrips & VisitsTBC – Oxbridge trip returns
FRI 28 JUN
AcademicNo Lessons
9:30amSenior School EventLeavers’ Breakfast in the Old Dining Room
10:00amSenior School EventPupils arrive at school from 10.00 am – A full bus service will run with pick ups arranged for two hours later than usual in the morning with arrival at school by 10.30 am. Day Pupils and Day Boarders to go straight to House to register on arrival.
10:30amSenior School EventAll pupils arrive at the MPH (and seated by 10.45)
11:00amSenior School EventSenior School Prize Giving Day in the MPH
12:30pmSenior School EventLeavers Chapel for U6 Pupils and Tutors followed by lunch on the lawn with families
12:30pmSenior School EventAt the end of Prize Giving Parents, Pupils (who have their parents present) and staff not involved in the Leavers Chapel go to lunch on the Lawn
1:30pmSenior School Event Summer Term Ends. Buses depart 1.30 pm Buses leave for Weekly Boarders to Polegate and Clapham Junction 1.30pm
SAT 29 JUN
6:30amTrips & VisitsScience and Geography trip to Iceland departs
10:00amSenior School EventPrep Prize Giving
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WED 3 JUL
3:00pmTrips & VisitsIceland trip returns
THU 15 AUG
8:00amSenior School EventA Level, AS Level and BTEC Level 3 Results Day
SAT 17 AUG
Trips & VisitsL6th Drama and English trip to Edinburgh Festival departs (returns 23 August) – timings TBC
THU 22 AUG
8:00amSenior School EventGCSE, BTEC Level 2, Cambridge Nationals Results Day
FRI 23 AUG
Trips & VisitsL6th Drama and English trip to Edinburgh Festival returns - timings TBC
THU 29 AUG
5:00pmAlumniAlumni Sports Day
FUTURE KEY DATES 2024
Universities and Careers Fair in the MPHWednesday 24 April
First Public ExamMonday 29 April
May Day Bank Holiday - School Closed for Monday 6 May lesson and activities, Boarders on site
Bede’s Young Musician of the YearThursday 9 May
Leavers’ Recital and Music for a Summer EveningTuesday 21 May
Leavers’ BallFriday 24 May
Public Exams EndFriday 21 June
House AthleticsMonday 24 June
House CompetitionsTuesday 25 June
Senior School Prize Giving DayFriday 28 June
Science & Geography trip to Iceland departsSaturday 29 June
TERM DATES 2024 - 2025
SUMMER TERM 2024
Boarders ReturnSunday14 Aprilbetween 2.30 pm and 8.30 pm
Day Pupils ReturnMonday15 April8.10 am
May Day Bank HolidayMonday6 MaySchool closed for lessons and activities, boarders on site
Half term BeginsFriday 24 May1.10 pm
Boarders ReturnSunday2 Junebetween 2.30 pm and 8.30 pm
Day Pupils ReturnMonday 3 June8.10 am
Term EndsFriday28 June1.10 pm
AUTUMN TERM 2024
Boarders ReturnMonday2 September10.00 am
Day Pupils ReturnTuesday3 September 8.10 am
Half term BeginsFriday18 October 4.20 pm
Boarders ReturnSunday3 November between 2.30 pm and 8.00 pm
Day Pupils ReturnMonday4 November 8.10 am
Term EndsFriday13 December 1.10 pm
SPRING TERM 2025
Boarders ReturnMonday6 Januarybetween 2.30 pm and 8.00 pm
Day Pupils ReturnTuesday7 January8.10 am
Half term BeginsFriday14 February1.10 pm
Boarders ReturnSunday23 Februarybetween 2.30 pm and 8.00 pm
Day Pupils ReturnMonday24 February8.10 am
Term EndsFriday28 March 1.10 pm
SUMMER TERM 2025 - Provisional and subject to change
Boarders ReturnTuesday22 Aprilbetween 2.30 pm and 8.30 pm
Day Pupils ReturnWednesday23 April8.10 am
May Day Bank HolidayMonday5 MaySchool closed for lessons and activities, boarders on site
Half term BeginsFriday 23 May1.10 pm
Boarders ReturnSunday1 Junebetween 2.30 pm and 8.30 pm
Day Pupils ReturnMonday 2 June8.10 am
Term EndsFriday27 June1.10 pm
SCHOOL COMMITTEE
BOARDING COMMITTEE
PUPIL VOICE
FEEDBACK TO SENIOR MANAGEMENT TEAM
Head of School, Deputy HoS, Heads of Sub Committees
Staff: SMT
(Meets week 5 and 8 Summer Term)
FOOD COMMITTEE
ENVIRONMENTAL EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY
SERVICE AND WELLBEING
SIXTH FORM ENGAGEMENT
HOUSE COUNCILS
BloomsburyCamberlotCharlestonCrosswaysDeisDickerDormsDorterKnightsStud
House Councils must consist of at least one pupil from each year group, be chaired by the HoH, meet weekly or fortnightly and send a different representative to each sub-committee. Where two representatives are sent to a sub-committee, one must be a senior, and one junior.
BEDE’S DIPLOMA
All pupils in the L6 will be completing the Bede’s Diploma over the next two years. The Diploma is made up of four distinct sections. Pupils must complete each section in order to be awarded the Diploma at the end of the U6.
EXTEND
BEDE’S DIPLOMA
ENHANCE ENLIGHTEN ENRICH
EXTEND
This is an opportunity for pupils to extend their skills and knowledge in a particular area, gaining University and/or Employment recognised qualifications, some of which also carry additional UCAS points.
Pupils will complete one of the following qualifications alongside their other A levels/BTECs:
• Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
• Level 2 Sports Leadership
• Arts Award Gold
• Business/Enterprise course
• IELTS
• Other recognised certificates (e.g. First Aid, Lifeguard, MOOC)
ENRICH
Pupils will develop their sense of personal and social responsibility through their involvement in the school and wider communities.
They are expected to actively engage in the following three areas, such as helping at events, charity fundraising, representing the school, as well as carrying out 20 hours of volunteering/community service:
• House community
• School community
• Wider community (20 hours of community service)
ENLIGHTEN
Pupils will develop a greater awareness of themselves and the world they live in, career pathways, life skills, healthy living, as well as enlightening themselves further in areas of interest.
They will be expected to attend and participate in the following (five compulsory and five optional):
• Talks from visiting speakers
• Trips/visits
• Workshops
ENHANCE
In this section pupils develop the skills, behaviours and attributes that are essential for the workplace and adulthood.
Pupils will be expected to engage in activities and events that allow them to undertake and develop the following competencies:
• Leadership
• Team working
• Self-awareness and self-management
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Independent living skills
• Public speaking and interview technique
All pupils will undertake a viva-style interview in Upper 6th, which forms part of the final Diploma assessment.
Queries about the Bede’s Diploma can be directed to Mr J Sealey (justin.sealey@bedes.org)
Safeguarding is everyone’s business at Bede’s, it could happen at Bede’s
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mrs Annabel Hodge Director of Safeguarding annabel.hodge@bedes.org
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mr Shawn Williams
Assistant Director of Safeguarding shawn.williams@bedes.org
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mr Paul Juniper Assistant HeadBoarding paul.juniper@bedes.org
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mr Nik Driver Assistant Head - Day nik.driver@bedes.org
If a pupil wishes to disclose something to you, you should tell them that you will listen to what they say but will need to tell the relevant staff.
What to do: Listen, don’t ask leading questions, do not put words into their mouths. Make accurate, detailed notes at the time or immediately afterwards, this is to be done on MyConcern. You should not discuss with other colleagues until advice has been sought from the safeguarding team. Report the disclosure to Annabel Hodge, Nik Driver, Shawn Williams or Paul Juniper as soon as possible, this can be done in person or via MyConcern. (Any member of staff can make a referral to Children’s Services Duty and Assessment team directly if they feel the need to do so or if they feel that a child protection disclosure is not being dealt with effectively or ef昀ciently).
IT IS NOT YOUR JOB TO INVESTIGATE, ONLY TO REPORT AND REFER.
CHAPLAIN
Mr Taylor
jarrod.taylor@bedes.org
LEAD SCHOOL COUNSELLOR
Mrs Jasper
tara.jasper@bedes.org
Whomever you approach will help you. If something needs to be investigated, they will do so and then tell you what has happened. It may be that you would rather speak to someone outside the school. Your parents or guardians may be the best choice.
You can also contact the following services/agencies for help and support;
CHILDLINE: 0800 1111
CHATHEALTH SERVICE: Text 07507 332473
East Sussex Children’s Services (SPOA): 01323 464222
Kooth (Mental Health Support): https://www.kooth.com/
NSPCC Helpline: 0808 800 5000 or email help@nspcc.org.uk
SHOUT (for support in a crisis) Text SHOUT to 85258
CEOP(Online safety): https://www.ceop.police.uk/safety-centre/
Children’s Commissioner: www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk
Phone: 0207 783 8330
Email: info.request@childrenscommissioner.gis.gov.uk
Samaritans: Call 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org
Stay Alive App: Available on Google Play and the App store
BEDE’S PUPIL COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE (TRUST)
STAGE 1
If a pupil has a worry or complaint, in most cases they will be able to communicate that informally to an adult who knows them. Any pupil having a grievance can approach any of the members of staff within their House or indeed the School (their Housemaster/ mistress, tutor, form teacher or matron would normally be the person best placed to deal with the matter in the first instance).
If a pupil feels that their problem has not been properly addressed or sorted out the following procedure is laid down whereby they can make a more formal complaint. A pupil will not be penalised for making a formal complaint in good faith.
STAGE 2
If any pupil feels the need to make a formal complaint about a matter which is causing distress or a problem which cannot be otherwise resolved he or she should inform (at the Senior School) a Deputy Head, Assistant Head or the Chaplain, or (at the Prep School) the Deputy Head, Head of Year or the Welfare Officer either verbally or in writing. The complaint will be acknowledged within two days and a written record will be made of the complaint.
STAGE 3
The complaint will be investigated by a mutually agreed, independent person, sanctioned by the Headmaster, and resolved either to the pupil’s satisfaction or with an otherwise appropriate outcome, which balances the rights and duties of those involved. The investigation will normally be completed within two weeks. The complainant will be informed of the outcome in writing.
STAGE 4
If the pupil, or his/her parents or carers, feel that the procedure detailed above has not dealt with the complaint satisfactorily then a letter setting out the unresolved complaint should be sent to the Headmaster. The School will then follow the Bede’s Complaints Policy, which is available on the website.
IN ADDITION
Pupils are also reminded that they have access to help outside of the School.
• Dr Northway (School Doctor) 01323 845669
• Childline 0800 111
• Office of the Children’s Commissioner 0207 783 8330
ACCIDENTS AND EMERGENCIES
Emergency Services: FIRE, POLICE, AMBULANCE
Action
1. Dial 999 or the emergency number shown on the telephone
2. Tell the operator which service you want
3. Give your telephone number
4. Wait for the emergency service to answer
5. Give the address where help is needed (Bede’s School – Coldharbour Road, Upper Dicker, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3QH)
6. Give any other necessary information
Accidents/Injuries to Pupils
• Injury to a pupil (in activities or otherwise) should be reported immediately to a Member of Staff.
• Serious injuries will always be taken directly to Eastbourne District General Hospital and not the Medical Centre.
• All injuries at school or during a school activity should be reported to the School Nurse. If a Member of Staff is not accessible, and the injury is serious (an obvious or suspected break or dislocation, a suspected internal injury, eye injury, unconsciousness for any length of time, road traffic injury), the senior pupil present should:-
1. Send another pupil to telephone for an ambulance (see above)
2. Not move the casualty, but keep him/her warm
3. After the casualty has been taken to hospital, inform the Housemaster/Housemistress
If fire breaks out in a building
1. Raise the alarm
2. Close doors and windows
3. Leave the building immediately
4. Ensure that the fire brigade has been called (“Accidents and Emergencies” see above)
The out of hours Doctor is based at Quintin’s Medical Centre (01323 845669). In cases of non-emergencies please ring 101 where you will be directed to a central control centre.
Porters’ Lodge
The Porters’ Lodge is manned at the following times
• Monday to Friday – 7.30 am to 9.00 pm
• Saturday – 8.00 am to 4.00 pm
• Telephone number: 01323 356557 Ext number: 6557
• Email: porters.lodge@bedes.org
All Lost Property is located at the Porters’ Lodge.
The Porters’ Lodge is open between 7.30 am and 9.00 pm (Mon – Fri) and 8.00 am and 4.00 pm (Sat)
They can be contacted on Ext 6557 or Direct 01323 356557
Residential Caretaker and Security Co Coordinator Mr N Hicks Ext 6556 Mob 07921 387470 Home 01323 844365
Estates office Ext 6550 Direct 01323 356550