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The Deepings school is a centre for excellence at all levels. We are committed to our students leaving with the best academic outcomes they can achieve. Our responsibility is to ensure all aspects of school life give them the greatest opportunities to succeed into their adult life. Achieving their very best will always be our gold standard.
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To do this they need to approach school life with a real ‘can do attitude’. Our students never give up, never give in and never know when they are beaten.
2. CAN DO ATTITUDE
We encourage students to think critically and ask deep, searching questions. We want them to do this in every subject; to engage their minds and evaluate what they are being taught, in the classroom and the world around them. We welcome healthy debate and want to create a society where young people can hold different views, but do so respectfully and with kindness. There is nothing more attractive than kindness and nothing uglier than meanness and spitefulness.
This year at The Deepings School we have given our students three sets of three words. The first is to do with behaviour and attitude, the second, their approach to school life and the third, the way they think. These words give you an insight into our school ethos, which underpins everything we do.
We look forward to showing you around our school.
1. STANDARDS, STANDARDS, STANDARDS
We also want our students to do the best they can academically, on the stage, in the workshop, on the sports field and in the art room.
The Deepings is more than just a school. We are a real cooperative. It is all our school and relies completely on total buy in from parents, teachers, students and governors. Together, we can fulfil our unswerving aim of becoming one of the best schools in this country - state or private.
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We insist students have the highest standards of uniform and appearance, behaviour and attitude, attendance and punctuality. How they dress, the way they speak, their manners, posture and body language are of the utmost importance. We take a no-nonsense approach to bullying, poor attitude, low-level disruption, defiance and anti-social behaviour.
This approach extends beyond the classroom and means that our students are willing to give everything a go and try new things. We want all students to find hobbies and interests they will take through life. We are rightly proud of our co-curricular offer and believe this caters for the varied interests of our student body. We host numerous clubs and activities throughout the school year and organise an array of educational visits.
3. THINK, QUESTION, KIND
Providing strong leadership, first class teaching, state-ofthe-art facilities and under the care and guidance of their Head of Year, non-teaching Deputy Head of Year and Form Tutor, students have all the support they need to leave us equipped to go into the world and make it a better place.
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Our broad curriculum provides a balance of exciting experiences to nurture enquiring minds, encourage self-motivation and develop a love of learning. As well as an academic study, our young people explore the creative arts, learn practical skills, undertake PE and follow a course of Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHEE). There are high expectations in academic subjects – with, for example, students able to take more than one language and triple Science at Key Stage 4 – and we also offer some vocational courses, enabling students to pursue their passions and enhance their employability. We currently offer up to 30 different Sixth Form courses and up to 25 different GCSE, or GCSE equivalent, courses.
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regular feedback for families including parents’ evenings, termly assessments and annual written reports, together with an electronic weekly newsletter. Keen to engage students through technology, we have a Virtual Learning Environment called Connect that provides students and parents with information about homework, rewards and sanctions on a daily basis. Connect can be accessed online or via a phone app.
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The Deepings School plays host to the Deepings SCITT (School Centre for Initial Teacher Training) which offers graduates a year-long programme to Qualified Teacher Status. Such is the quality of our trainees that a growing number of them are now on the school staff. Like all of our teachers, they have excellent subject knowledge and are dedicated to engaging students through stimulating activities both within and outside the classroom.
Through challenging targets, close monitoring of achievement and an emphasis on homework, we ensure that all students make the best possible progress. Setting in core subjects allows them to work at the optimum pace. In addition, Sixth Formers contribute to the success of younger students through the paired reading scheme and mentoring in WeMaths.provide
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We take special care to help Year 7 children to settle in. Our work to ensure a smooth transition begins as early as Year 3, with staff visits to local primary schools to provide curricular support and enrichment opportunities, as well as taster days at The Deepings. Our young people are also able to explore topics such as relationships, healthy lifestyles, careers and enterprise, thereby developing their self-confidence and life skills.
Believing that the partnership between home and school is fundamental to academic achievement, we hold regular Parent Voice meetings to discuss topical issues, present new ideas and seek the views of families.
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Outstanding pastoral care is a key strength of The Deepings and our structure will further enhance our ability to deliver it. Tutors will remain the first port of call for assistance, supported by a Head of Year and Deputy Head of Year who is a nonteacher – so there will always be someone on hand to help.
Our Year 8 and 9 students receive additional support as they make progressively important decisions about their subject choices for future years, including an Options Fair to which parents are invited and a special evening to discuss progress and suitability.
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With an ethos of positivity, camaraderie and care for one another, we encourage students to take pride in their school community. Effort, attainment and attendance are recognised by the awarding of merits, with achievements in all aspects of school life rewarded at celebration afternoons and presentation evenings.
“COMING IN IS SCARY, BUT FITTING IN IS EASY.”
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We provide an extensive programme of extra-curricular activities through which students extend their learning, build teamwork skills and develop friendships. We want students to aspire to be the best in every aspect of school life, tackling fresh challenges and taking pride in their Studentsachievements.participatein
a broad range of after-school and lunchtime activities as well as homework and revision clubs. We have a packed programme of inter-school competitions, with our sports teams enjoying considerable success at district, county and regional levels. Students can make use of our own fitness suite and extensive playing fields, as well as the swimming pool and Astroturf at the adjacent leisure centre.
Students enjoy a whole host of educational day trips and residential stays, both in the UK and abroad. As well as the annual skiing holiday, travel opportunities include field trips, sports tours and foreign exchange visits. Many students relish the chance to broaden their outlook and develop their leadership skills through the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme at bronze, silver and gold levels. In school, they enjoy enrichment days –when the timetable is suspended to allow them to participate in a variety of activities – and they are inspired by visiting speakers from business, the arts and voluntary organisations.
The many opportunities for students to showcase their talents include concerts by our choirs and bands, joining our successful STEM club, dramatic performances – including the annual musical production –dance shows, Sports Day and reporting for our school newsletter.
“PASTORAL LEADERSHIP IS A STRENGTH OF THE SCHOOL. THERE IS A DETAILED KNOWLEDGE OF PUPILS IN THEIR CARE AND STAFF USE THIS INFORMATION TO SUPPORTEFFECTIVELY.”THEMOFSTED
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Students raise considerable sums for a range of charities – particularly Sport Relief – and engage with the local community through events such as the Easter Concert and the Christmas afternoon tea provided in school for OAPs, who are served and entertained by our young people.
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Through enterprise events, enrichment activities and involvement in the running of the school, we promote teamwork, initiative and leadership. We are fortunate to have some excellent partnerships within the community – especially with Peterborough United, other local sports clubs and Rotary – that enhance the opportunities available. Students are encouraged to take on a variety of responsible roles – such as Subject Champions, Peer Mentors and Sports Captains – and may be elected by their peers to serve on the School Council.
“OUR SON CAME TO THE DEEPINGS AS A SHY YEAR 7 STUDENT, MADE THE MOST OF ALL THE OPPORTUNITIES OFFERED TO HIM AND LEFT FOR UNIVERSITY A VERY WELL-ROUNDED AND CONFIDENT YOUNGPARENTMAN.”
Leaving school may seem a long way off, but preparation for this next step begins early at The Deepings. We want our students to develop the digital literacy, self-motivation and problem-solving skills that will enable them to realise their aspirations.
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Many students choose to take advantage of the fantastic post-16 experience provided in our state-of-the-art Sixth Form Centre. From early in our students’ school career, we nurture the independent study and communication skills that will benefit them in higher education and the world of work. We also provide an extensive programme of careers advice throughout Key Stages 4 and 5, including help with interview techniques, an individual careers interview with a senior member of staff, two weeks of work experience in Year 10 and personalised support from both our dedicated Careers Officer and external agencies.
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