Supplementary Information 2012-2013
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Supplementary Information 2013-2014 Contents
Admissions Criteria
3
Published Admissions Number
3
Contact Us
3
The Admissions Code
3
Oversubscription Criteria
3
Mid-Year Admissions
3
Waiting Lists
3
Appealing for a School Place
3
Admissions Sept 12 (By Primary School)
4
Attendance 4 Behaviour 4 Complaints Procedure
4
Data Protection
5
Collective Worship
5
School Assemblies
5
Equality and Diversity
5
Examination Results
6
Key Stage 3 Teacher Assessments
6
GSCE Results
6
AS Results
7
A2 Results
7
Gifted and Talented
8
Home – School Agreement
8
Primary Transfer
9
School Day
9
School Leavers
10
School Roll
10
School Trips
10
Special Educational Needs
10
Uniform 11 Work Related Learning & Careers
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Supplementary Information 2012-2013
Admissions Criteria The Deepings School is a member of the CfBT Schools Trust (CST). The Academy Governors have decided to follow the admission procedure as laid down in the “Going to School in Lincolnshire” book. The Admission Policy is published on our website and the school will follow this policy in all respects. You can get further information on admissions to Lincolnshire Schools on Lincolnshire County Council’s website; www.lincolnshire.gov. uk/schooladmissions Published Admissions Number The Published Admissions Number is due to increase from 232 to 260 (phased in over a period of time). The interim admissions numbers will be:
C. Driving distance from home to school. The distance is measured electronically by the School Admissions Team, from the post office address point of the home to the post office address point of the school. For definitions and notes see the full admission policy in the “Going to School in Lincolnshire” booklet; download the policy from Lincolnshire County Council’s or the school’s website; or ask for a copy at main reception. Mid-Year Admissions If you are moving to the area or are considering applying for a place at the school, you should contact the Admissions Manager to find out if the school has any places available, arrange an appointment to visit the school and obtain a midyear application form.
From September 2014: 260 in years 7-10, 240 in year 11.
Application forms are available to download from Lincolnshire County Council’s or the school’s website, or can be obtained from the Admissions Manager.
From September 2015: 260 in all year groups.
Waiting Lists
Contact Us
As the school is popular some year groups may have a waiting list. If this is the case, on receipt of your application form, your child will be automatically added to the waiting list.
From September 2013: 260 in years 7-9, 240 in years 10-11.
We are happy to help and guide you through the admissions process if you have any questions or concerns please do get in touch: Admissions Manager: Mrs S Baird-Parker. Telephone : 01778 342159 Email: sbairdparker@deepingschool.org.uk Website: www.deepingschool.org.uk
The Schools Admissions Code makes it clear that there is no obligation to maintain waiting lists for mid-year admissions. The Deepings School and its Governors have decided that the school should maintain waiting lists in Years 7 to 9.
The Code regulates how the admission arrangements must provide for children admitted and in what priority. Schools must ensure their admissions arrangements and oversubscription criteria comply with the latest version of the Code.
The waiting list is ranked according to the school’s oversubscription criteria. If a place becomes available, because the year group drops to one below the Published Admission Number (PAN), that place must be offered first to the child ranked highest on the list, and then, if necessary, to the other children on the list in rank order until it is filled (full details in section 3.26 to 3.28 of the Code).
Oversubscription criteria
Appealing for a School Place
The Governing Body will follow the criteria set out in the Policy which details how places will be allocated at the school when there are more applications than places and the order in which the criteria will be applied, as well as a specific tie-breaker.
If you are not able to get a place for your child in the school or academy of your choice; you have the right to an independent appeal.
The Admissions Code
In accordance with the 1996 Education Act the allocation of school places for children with a Statement of Educational Need will take place first. We will then allocate the remaining places in the order listed in the policy.
The independent admissions appeal panel will hear your appeal against the decision not to offer a place to your child. Appeal papers can be obtained from the school Admissions Manager or from the School Admissions Team at Lincolnshire County Council:
Oversubscription Criteria:
Online: www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/parents/schools/schooladmissions/appealing-for-a-school-place/lodging-an-appeal/
A. The child is in the care of the Local Authority.
Email: schooladmissions@lincolnshire.gov.uk
B. There is a sibling who will still be attending the school when the child is due to start.
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Admissions Sept 12
Behaviour
(By Primary School)
The Deepings School values every individual and prides itself on being a well-ordered and caring community.
Baston
12
Deeping St James CP
25
Deeping St James, Linchfield
52
Deeping St Nicholas
3
Crowland, South View
21
Langtoft
25
Market Deeping CP
20
Market Deeping, William Hildyard
17
Northborough
8
Other
60
We all support the right of everyone to learn, work and live in a safe community. Behaviour which offends or upsets is not welcome here. Staff, students, parents and governors work together to achieve high standards of conduct and achievement. It is important that everyone relates to the school, feels valued by it, has a place within it and is involved in its purpose and wellbeing. Progress towards effective behaviour management relies on good relationships, shared responsibilities and mutual respect. Behaviour management refers to the learning process leading to self-discipline within a framework, which can guide and encourage or, on occasions, deal with student misbehaviour in a firm, fair and consistent manner.
Complaints Procedure
Attendance (3.9.12 – 24.5.13) The information highlighted shows statutory information on attendance.
Total % Attendance
Unauthorised Absence % of sessions
Authorised Absence % of Sessions
Total No of Pupils
The figures for unauthorised absence include unexplained absence, which covers any absence for which an explanation has not been provided. This may, for example, include pupils who missed registration and their lateness may have been authorised or unauthorised.
Year 7
242
4.3
0.2
95.5
Year 8
244
5.6
0.4
94.0
Year 9
243
4.8
0.7
94.4
Year 10
241
5.4
0.5
94.0
Year 11
237
5.8
1.9
92.3
Total
1207
5.2
0.7
94.2
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A concern about the School’s curriculum or related matters should be raised in the first instance with the School. This can be done through the student’s Tutor, Head of House or Subject Teacher from where it can be dealt with or passed onto the relevant person. If a matter is not resolved satisfactorily you should refer to the School’s Complaints Procedure, which details the steps that you should take next. The Governing Body has established this procedure for dealing with complaints of a general nature (excluding issues relating to the actions of an individual member of school staff ). If the matter is not resolved satisfactorily, it may be raised with the Governing Body, by writing to the Clerk to Governors at the School. For further details please refer to the Complaints Policy. The Complaints Policy is available to download from the school website, or is available from the school office on request.
Data Protection
Collective Worship
In common with all Lincolnshire schools, The Deepings School keeps some limited personal information about pupils on computer. This helps us to identify and contact parents promptly in case of medical or other emergency. The school is registered under the Data Protection Act and use of such data is strictly monitored and controlled.
All pupils are statutorily required to take part in a daily ‘act of collective worship’. This must be broadly of a Christian character, i.e. it must ‘reflect the broad traditions of Christian belief without being distinctive of any denomination’. We are grateful to the World Council of Churches for the guidance that collective worship.
Under the terms of our register of entry we may make information about pupils’ names and addresses available to other educational organisations, such as the careers service to enable them to contact pupils directly to offer advice and guidance. Should you wish us not to make such information available you should write to the school. Information is held about pupils on computer. This helps us to identify and contact parents promptly in case of medical or other emergency.
“… Must be such that every participant is enabled to participate, without violating his own conscience or beliefs, even though those beliefs may be unacceptable to others.”
Clearly, we would wish to celebrate our successes as widely as possible, and occasionally a photograph and name/s may be displayed in school, or in the local press or be part of a video created from a school trip etc. We seek parental permission for the linking of their child’s image with their name at the beginning of their time in the school. Permission will always be sought in advance for a linked name and image to appear on our website.
School Assemblies Collective worship should not necessarily be equated with school assemblies. Each pupil attends 2 assemblies per 2 week cycle. 1 of which is a formal assembly and the other celebration assembly. Church Services We hold two annual services per year, one at Christmas and the other at Easter. Thought for the Day Acts of collective worship take place in Tutor Bases led by tutors. Religious Education We follow an ethics based course in RE. Every child does one lesson of RE each week, from Year 7 until Year 11.
Equality and Diversity We are committed to the promotion of equality and diversity. The central purpose of the Deepings School is to help all pupils develop their unique potential to the full. Our aim is to help ensure that all have this opportunity and that all are treated fairly and justly. Unfair treatment on the grounds of disability, gender, race, sexual orientation, colour, religion/ belief or national origins is unacceptable. We want each student to have a positive self-image and recognise the uniqueness of each individual and value his or her contributions to the school and the community. Our aim is to enable everyone to value, respect and live in harmony with others. We recognise a school has a responsibility to promote good relations and positive mutual respect between members of different groups.
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Examination Results Key Stage 3 Teacher Assessments This table shows the percentage of pupils at the end of Key Stage 3 achieving each level in 2013. The number of pupils at the end of Key Stage 3 was 239.
Teacher Assessment
Percentage at Each Level W
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
English
2
7
50
36
5
Mathematics
3
8
19
44
22
14
47
34
4
Science
8
EP
Pupils Disapplied
Pupils Absent
4
W Represents pupils who are working towards level 1, but have not yet achieved the standards needed for level 1. EP Represents exceptional performance.
GCSE Results 2013
2012
2011
2010
2009
Number of pupils at end of Key Stage 4
230
233
233
226
229
Percentage A* - C
77%
80%
82%
76%
77%
Percentage A* - G
99%
99%
99%
100%
100%
Number with 1 or more A* - C
229
229
232
225
227
Percentage with 1 or more A* - C
99%
98%
99%
99%
99%
Number with 5 or more A* - C
198
198
215
201
186
Percentage with 5 or more A* - C
86%
85%
92%
89%
81%
Percentage with 5 or more A* - C inc English and Maths
67%
68%
67%
62%
63%
Number with 8 or more A* - C
134
142
171
149
134
Percentage with 8 or more A* - C
58%
61%
73%
66%
59%
Number with 1 or more A* - G
230
231
233
226
229
Percentage with 1 or more A* - G
100%
99%
100%
100%
100%
Number with 5 or more A* - G
229
227
233
223
225
Percentage with 5 or more A* - G
99%
97%
100%
99%
98%
Average Total Point Score
413
451
523
503
483
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AS Results 2013
2012
2011
2010
2009
Total Number of Candidates
125
139
126
167
133
Number of Females
58
62
53
94
61
Number of Males
67
76
73
73
72
Average Total Point Score
284
290
290
278
301
Average Total Point Score (female)
296
301
306
303
350
Average Total Point Score (male)
273
280
278
246
258
Average Grade Score
103
101
93
101
93
Average Grade Score (female)
103
102
90
101
100
Average Grade Score (male)
102
101
96
101
86
Percentage of Grades A - E
91%
96%
90%
80%
90%
Percentage of Grades A - E (female)
92%
97%
87%
83%
94%
Percentage of Grades A - E (male)
90%
96%
93%
76%
87%
Percentage of Grades A - C
64%
66%
55%
45%
58%
Percentage of Grades A - C (female)
71%
66%
55%
46%
66%
Percentage of Grades A - C (male)
58%
67%
54%
42%
52%
Percentage of Grades A
23%
18%
11%
9%
14%
Percentage of Grades A (female)
28%
18%
10%
10%
17%
Percentage of Grades A (male)
19%
18%
12%
6%
12%
2013
2012
2011
2010
2009
Total Number of Candidates
127
114
125
120
104
Number of Females
60
47
69
56
51
Number of Males
67
67
56
64
53
Average Total Point Score
724
680
667
676
710
Average Total Point Score (female)
715
678
693
714
724
Average Total Point Score (male)
732
681
636
643
697
Average Grade Score
218
218
212
213
208
Average Grade Score (female)
220
220
218
220
211
Average Grade Score (male)
216
217
205
207
205
Percentage of Grades A - E
98%
99%
99%
97%
96%
Percentage of Grades A - E (female)
100%
100%
99%
98%
97%
Percentage of Grades A - E (male)
96%
99%
99%
96%
95%
Percentage of Grades A - C
75%
74%
66%
68%
72%
Percentage of Grades A - C (female)
74%
78%
71%
75%
72%
Percentage of Grades A - C (male)
76%
70%
60%
61%
72%
Percentage of Grades A* - A
23%
21%
18%
16%
24%
Percentage of Grades A* - A (female)
22%
19%
21%
18%
22%
Percentage of Grades A* - A (male)
25%
23%
14%
14%
26%
A2 Results
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Gifted and Talented The Deepings School aims to develop the full positive potential of every individual pupil in its care and it accepts that this will mean the full development of the various aspects to individual’s lives. It is the duty of the School to provide opportunities through its mainstream academic and pastoral system ensuring that the skills and understanding of all pupils progress at an appropriate pace. As an educational establishment we are committed to raising the achievement of all pupils. We strive to cater for young people of all abilities; this must necessarily include a significant number judged to possess ‘high’ ability in a particular area or several areas. To this end, we suggest the following objectives: 1. To work within our own setting and with other professionals to ensure that Gifted and Talented young people are identified early. 2 To coordinate support for Gifted and Talented pupils across the School and to undertake regular monitoring and review of allocation of resources, the provision made for the individual pupils and the progress of these pupils identified.
Home – School Agreement The Home – School – Student agreement follows extensive consultation with Governors, teachers and parents. It is a document the school values, a symbolic reminder of its obligations to both parents and students. It is very much hoped that you, in turn, will similarly value the sentiments expressed and signify your commitment through your signature. Furthermore, we trust that you will discuss the content with your children and encourage them to declare their commitment through signing the agreement The School agrees to: • Offer a broad and balanced curriculum that meets the needs of the individual, providing engagement and enjoyment for all levels of ability • Set challenging and attainable targets which will be achieved through well planned, appropriate lessons and homework tasks • Work in collaboration with all stakeholders for the benefit of all students within our care
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• Communicate with parent/guardians if there are any concerns regarding attendance, behaviour, attitude and homework • Ensure that learning environment is a safe, attractive, supportive and conducive of learning, treating each child with sensitivity and judging them on their individual merits • Provide opportunities to discuss progress during a variety of different Parents’ Evenings during the academic year. We will also communicate information on progress and target grades on a minimum of 3 times per year The Parent agrees to: • Support my child’s education, seeking opportunities to consider their work and progress including SEN reviews and parents evenings • Provide opportunities to support my child’s learning at home providing a suitable environment for them to undertake their homework • Work with the school to ensure that my child’s behaviour is appropriate • Ensure that my child is equipped to learn, by providing the correct uniform and equipment • Make sure my child attends school and is punctual for the start of the school day. If unable to attend provide a valid reason for absence. Understand that holidays should not be taken during term time unless leave has been granted by the school • Inform the school of any changes in circumstance and personal details and an up to date email address. Working with the school to overcome any concerns that may affect my child’s work or behaviour
Primary Transfer
School Day
The Deepings School has a close liaison with the local primary schools and is proud of the links that we have to ‘bridge the gap’ when pupils transfer at eleven. Many steps are taken to ensure that all pupils make the transfer from primary to secondary education with as few problems as possible.
The school has a five period day. Pupils are supervised for a period of ten minutes before and after the school day and should not normally be on school premises before 8.00am.
During May and June the Year 6-7 co-ordinator contacts primary staff and visits most schools, in order that essential information is passed on and areas of strength and weakness are highlighted.
During lunch and break pupils are supervised only if they are remaining on school premises for lunch. Pupils who return home for lunch are expected to go home and not wander the streets. 8.30am
Warning bell
8.35am
Registration (tutor room)
8.50
Movement bell
8.55
Period 1
9.55
Period 2
The date for the Taster Day and September Induction day can be found on the school website, or can be obtained by telephoning the school.
11.00
Break
These are important events and we would ask Year 6 parents to make sure that their children are able to attend. This ensures a smooth start and provides the opportunity to settle in more quickly.
11.15
Period 3
12.15
Lunch 1 (Years 7, 8, 11, 12)
During Term 6, a Taster Day is held. All year 6 pupils are invited to spend a day at The Deepings School so they can experience lessons; meet their classmates, Tutor, Head of College and other staff. At the beginning of the new term in September, pupils are invited to begin earlier than the rest of the school. Students will be given their timetable, planner and lunch card.
Period 4 (Years 9, 10, 13) 12.55
Movement bell
1.00
Period 4 (Years 7,8,11,12)
1.20
Lunch 2 (Years 9,10,13)
2.00
Movement bell
2.05
Period 5
3.10
End of day
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School Leavers
School Trips
Route Taken
Year 11
Year 13
6th Form and Further or Higher Education
In view of the frequency and expense of school visits you may like to know that we classify all such trips so that participation is either:
89%*
66%
Statutory
Employment or work based training
8.2%*
10%
Not in education, Employment or Training
2.6%*
10%
This trip forms part of a syllabus for a prescribed public examination that the pupil is being prepared for at school e.g. Geog, Biology Fieldwork, Drama & English. Entirely optional
In Employment without Training Gap
3%
Unknown
10%
This should be seen as a service, an opportunity to experience e.g. A Skiing Trip. Programmes which take place wholly or mainly outside school hours and are not part of the statutory curriculum provision are considered ‘optional extras’ and will be charged. We cannot assist students financially for this classification of trip.
Group
Girls
Boys
Total
We invite parents/guardians to make a voluntary contribution towards the cost of trips. Parents/guardians should understand that we run the risk of not being able to take trips without such contributions, though we would wish to further support parents in receipt of free school meals or income support, Income based Jobseekers Allowance, Child Tax Credit with an annual income of less than £16,040 evidence of receipt of the above benefits is required. Please contact the school if you require any further details.
Year 7
119
123
242
Special Educational Needs
Year 8
129
112
241
Our aim is to improve the learning and to raise the achievements of students with special educational needs.
Year 9
104
136
240
Year 10
127
112
239
Year 11
109
127
236
Year 12
58
69
127
Year 13
60
67
127
* Data from summer 2010
School Roll November 2012
All students in our school study the National Curriculum. Our school seeks to develop an inclusive curriculum and thereby reduce the need for aspects of the National Curriculum to be disapplied for a student by applying the following three principles as set out in the 1999 DfEE National Curriculum for England document: • Setting suitable learning challenge • Responding to students’ diverse learning needs; • Overcoming potential barriers to learning and assessment for individuals and groups of students
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We regard every student as having individual needs. Each student should have an equal opportunity to work to their full potential so that they will learn to appreciate and value their own strengths. We aim to ensure that each student feels equally valued within the school community and we are committed to combating discrimination of any sort. We provide all possible opportunities for students with special educational needs follow broadly the same work as other students in the same classroom at the same time.
Uniform We believe that it is important for pupils to be smartly dressed in a uniform that makes them recognisable as members of the school but which is easy for parents, pupils and staff to understand and inexpensive to purchase. We also believe that this uniform should be worn correctly with top buttons fastened, ties worn to cover the top button and shirts tucked in. As fashions change, so pupils experiment with different interpretations of the uniform rules. If pupils wish to wear something apparently within the rules but which is novel then they should discuss the matter with their form tutor before purchase. Parents should check directly with the school, if in doubt, before purchase. This also applies to extreme hairstyles and colouring, as well as facial and body piercing, which are not allowed. The following uniform is common to all pupils in years 7–11. • An appropriate school blazer (must have a school badge for all new purchases from September 2011) • A plain white suit style shirt – with buttons that fasten to the neck • A pair of traditional/formal suit style full length trousers (male/female) • A school skirt with the school initials on (available from an approved stockist) • A school tie • Plain black footwear of a traditional style in leather or synthetic material • Plain black tights and/or plain black/dark grey socks • A plain black v neck jumper (term 2 and 3 only)
Work Related Learning & Careers As part of our comprehensive Careers Education programme from Y7 through to Y13 we provide a range of opportunities for students to learn about the world of work and to help them make their plans for when they leave formal education. Information, advice and guidance are impartial and available to every student, regardless of their ability or aspirations. In addition to a two-week period of work experience in Y10, which takes place after the Easter break, students learn about equal opportunities, stereotyping, employability skills and how to match their own skills, knowledge and ambitions to a possible future career. Y7 – The Real Game, an innovative programme of activities looking at jobs, salaries, budgeting and matching this to the type of lifestyle they would like in the future. Y8 – Explore the rules and regulations surrounding child employment and start to think about the skills they already have and how these can be developed for use in the workplace. Y9 – Visit the Careers Library to research ‘job families’ and use IT programmes to view work-related case studies. The concept of ‘aiming high’ is introduced and related to progression routes. The qualifications required for specific careers are explored and linked to possible subject choices for Y10. Students also learn about stereotyping and equal opportunities. Y10 – Preparation for work experience and information about self-employment and health and safety. There is a dedicated parents’ information evening about work experience. Y11 – A range of external presentations and visitors provide information about post 16 options. This includes progression into 6th form, further education, higher education and information about apprenticeships. Students also learn about the local and national labour market. A CV is prepared and there is a specific guidance interview. There is a dedicated parents’ information evening about the options Post 16. 6th form – A series of topics covering personal statements, GAP year, career and contingency planning. For further information about work-related learning and our accredited careers programme please contact: Mrs L. Taylor on ltaylor@deepingschool.org.uk or visit the school website.
• A plain black, navy or grey coat
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The Deepings School Park Road Deeping St James Peterborough PE6 8NF Tel: 01778 342 159 Fax: 01778 380 590 Head: Mr. C Beckett Chair of Governors: Mr. J Theobalds Email: office@deepingschool.org.uk www.deepingschool.org.uk
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All policies and any further information can be accessed by contacting the school office.
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