SAINTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
Prospectus
2014
Saintfield High School’s Mission Statement
“All
that can be expected from the most perfect institutions is that they should make it possible for individual excellence to develop itself, not that they should produce the perfect individual.” Henri-Frederic Amiel
Contents
3
Welcome
2
School Code of Behaviour
16, 17
Primary Aim of School
3
What Saintfield High School Means to Me
18
Our Welcome
4
Careers and Counselling
19
Governors/Staffing
5
Uniform
20, 21
Pastoral Care & eti summary
6, 7
Charging and Remission Policy
22
Curriculum Details
8, 9
Child Protection Arrangements
23
Sport/Extra Curricular
10, 11
Admissions Information
12, 13
Examination Details
14, 15
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Welcome
Welcome to Saintfield High School Our School Prospectus aims to provide you with an overview of our School days at Saintfield High School ~ enclosed is some background information regarding our teaching environment and learning experiences. It would be impossible to deal in full with every aspect mentioned, therefore, comments have been kept as brief as possible. We are very proud of our pupils who make this School such a success. These successes are a result of three great strengths: 1 A strong School ethos built upon family values and principles. 2 The support and co-operation of parents. 3 A highly motivated and professional team of teaching and non-teaching staff. 4 eti inspection awarded a ‘Very Good’ evaluation across all areas inspected. March 2012.
Our prospectus includes information on Pastoral, Curricular (including extra curricular) structures and supporting policies. Please visit our school website on www.saintfieldhighschool.com for further details and information. We welcome applications from children from a wide and diverse range of religious, cultural and international backgrounds. Our recent eti report which can be viewed via our school website will give you an indepth analysis of the high quality educational provision we offer all our pupils at Saintfield High School. I hope you find our prospectus informative.
V Watt Principal
The Primary Aim of the School
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To develop a well ordered school community, in which staff and pupils work together with mutual respect in the pursuit of individual excellence for all pupils. TO ACHIEVE THIS PRIMARY AIM, WE HAVE FIVE SUBSIDIARY AIMS
Aim 1
Aim 2
Aim 3
Aim 4
Aim 5
To promote the spiritual, moral, cultural and physical development of each pupil
To provide a broad balanced and relevant curriculum for each pupil
To foster a positive, caring environment and develop attitudes through which individuals may learn respect from others and become responsible members of society
To establish a creative and secure educational partnership between the school, the home and the community
To promote self-esteem, confidence and self-discipline among all pupils
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Our Welcome to You
On the 2nd September 2009 I officially became a pupil of Saintfield High School. My stomach wrenched with nerves as I didn’t know if I would fit in, make new friends, or cope with my new subjects and the demands of a Post-Primary school. Looking back, now that I am in Year 12, my journey at Saintfield High School has been incredible and one that I am most proud of. I have achieved many goals throughout my time here, and many that were personal to me. On that day in September 2009 I never dreamed I would have been awarded the position of Head Girl, a goal I had been aiming for but never believed it could happen. It is both an honour and a blessing to be able to represent a school with such a successful reputation. I feel I have been equipped with the necessary skills that will help me in the outside world. I am proud to say that I am a student attending Saintfield High School.
Rachel Martin Head Girl
Five years ago I had to make the difficult decision as to which Post-Primary school I was going to attend for the next few years of my life. When I attended Saintfield High School’s Open Evening the decision suddenly became easy to me, as it was evident that this school was friendly, could help pupils like me to achieve their full potential, and that the school was a close community. Although this was five years ago, Saintfield High School hasn’t changed with regard to these qualities. This school has helped me achieve more than I could have dreamed of, as recently I was appointed the position of Head Boy for the academic year 2013/2014. I am extremely honoured and privileged to represent the school that has helped me to achieve my true potential. Although I will be extremely upset when I have to leave Saintfield High School at the end of the year, I feel that I have been provided with a solid foundation for my future. This is due to the wide ranging curriculum I have studied, and the generous members of staff here at Saintfield High School. I would whole-heartedly encourage all Primary 7 pupils to attend Saintfield High School.
Daniel Weir Head Boy
Governors and Staffing
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BOARD OF GOVERNORS 2013 - 2014 Chairman Mr W J Dick Secretary Ms V Watt Vice-Chairman Mr S W Carlisle Mr R Burgess, Mr E Downey, Mrs A Fraser, Mrs J Gribbon, Mr G Jebb, Mr J Megraw, Mr W Neill, Miss A Mullen.
STAFF 2013 - 2014 Principal Vice-Principal
Ms V Watt, B Ed, M Ed, PG Dip G & C, PGCEd.Man Miss S-L Hynds, MA (Hons), MA, PGCE, MEd Mrs H Birt, PGCE, B Mus Mr D Bolton, B Ed (Hons) Mr T Bolton, B Ed (Hons), Cert Ed Mrs R Bradley BA(Hons), PGCE Mr M Carter, BSc (Hons), PGCE, PQH Mrs D Cheshire, BA (Hons), PGCE Mrs J Crowe, BSc, PGCE Mrs L Cullen, BA (Hons), PGCE Mrs A Dempsey MSc, PGCE Mrs V Derby, B Ed (Hons), MEd Mr M Elliott, BA (Hons), PGCE Mrs R Elliott, BSc (Hons), PGCE, Dip PD (SEN), CCET Miss S Greene, BA (Hons) PGCE Miss L Henderson, B Ed (Hons) Mrs E Irwin, B Ed, DASE Mrs L Jackson, BSc (Hons), PGCE, MSc Mrs W Johnston, B Ed, MSc Mr C McCracken, BA (Hons), PGCE Miss D McGuigan, BA (Hons), PGCE Miss A Mullen, B Ed Mr M Murphy, BSc, PGCE Miss K Salmon B Ed (Hons), Dip DSc
Laboratory Technician
Mrs L McClurg
I.C.T. Technician
Mrs M Espeso-Shaw
Classroom Assistants Administration
Mrs G Baird Mrs C French Mrs B Jones Mrs S McDowell Miss V Orr Mrs C Payne Mrs K Roy Mrs D Steen
Building Supervisor
Ms I Leckey
Mrs C Gibson (School Secretary) Mrs K Maxwell, Mrs B Fletcher (part-time) Mrs S J Reid Library Assistant (part-time) Mrs V Bowman (part-time)
8 Our Partnership with You, Parents ~ our Partners As members of the teaching and non-teaching staff of Saintfield High School we consider ourselves to be partners with you, the parents, in your child’s learning process. We believe that a pupil’s education is enhanced when parents and teachers share common objectives. Pastoral Organisation On enrolment at Saintfield High School all pupils are allocated to a tutor group, the maximum size of which rarely exceeds twentyfive pupils. Year 8 pupils are grouped into three mixed ability classes. In Saintfield High School we believe that pupils learn best when they are in a happy and caring environment where they are respected as individuals. The team of staff who provide overall pastoral care and who monitor attendance and academic progress include: The Form Tutor Each tutor has specific responsibility for pupils in his/her class group and is the main point of contact for parents. Form Tutors monitor academic progress and exercise
Pastoral Care pastoral care of the boys and girls in their form class. If pupils have any concerns they may talk to their Form Tutor. School Counsellor The pastoral guidance given by Form Tutors is supported by the School Counsellor, Mrs E Irwin. Mrs Irwin is also the School’s designated teacher for Child Protection (including bullying). Mrs Irwin has access to appropriate specialist external agencies through the SEELB, South Eastern Trust Counselling 4 Youth. The Head of Senior School and The Head of Junior School The Head of Senior School is Mrs Bradley with Mrs Crowe as Head of Junior School. Both teachers have special responsibilities for all the classes within their Year groups. They liaise with the Form Tutors, Vice-Principal and Principal in all matters pertaining to Pastoral Care.
The Vice-Principal for Pastoral Care Miss S-L Hynds is our Vice-Principal for Pastoral Care. Within her role, Miss Hynds provides support to all members of staff in implementing the School’s Pastoral Policies, and liaises with parents, external agencies and the Principal.
Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator Mrs Elliott is our Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator. Mrs Elliott ensures those pupils on the SEN register receive their statutory school educational plan.
Pastoral care is extended beyond the classroom through a wide range of extra curricular activities.
Pastoral Care The aims of our Pastoral Care are expressed within the following Policies: • • • • • • • • •
Anti-Bullying Child Protection Crisis Management and Bereavement Drugs Education Personal, Social and Health Education Programme Promoting Positive Behaviour Relationships and Sexuality Education Special Educational Needs Suicide Policy.
If you wish to receive a copy of any of the above documents, please contact the Principal’s Secretary, Mrs C Gibson. Alternatively visit the school’s website.
9 “We are bursting with pride”
INSPECTION REPORT March 2012 A summary... Quality of Education
Very Good
Overall standards achieved by pupils
Very Good
Provision for Learning
Very Good
Quality of Provision in English
Very Good
Quality of Provision in Mathematics
Very Good
Quality of Provision in Modern Languages
Very Good
Quality of Lessons
Good - Outstanding
Working relationships between staff and pupils
Very Good
Provision for SEN
Very Good
Quality of Care, Guidance and Support
Very Good
Curriculum Provision Key Stage 3
Very Good
Curriculum Provision Key Stage 4
Very Good
Quality of Careers Education (CEIAG)
Very Good
Quality of Leadership and Management
Very Good
Quality of Safeguarding Children
Very Good
The Curriculum Organisation
10 Subject
Junior School
Compulsory
Additional Mathematics
Compulsory
Agriculture Art & Design
Senior School
Business Studies
Careers Education
English and Media
English Literature Geography
Health & Social Care
History
Home Economics
Information & Communications Technology
Journalism
Learning for Life and Work
Modern Language (French)
Motor Vehicle & Road User Studies
Music
Mathematics
Occupational Studies Design & Creativity, Technology & Innovation, Construction, Business & Services, Environment & Society, Engineering & Engineering Services
Performing Arts Physical Education
Physical Education ~ GCSE
Religious Studies
Science ~ General
Science ~ Additional
Sociology
Technology & Design
For the first three years (Key Stage 3) pupils follow the programmes of study as set out in the Education (NI) Order 2006. The new Revised Curriculum for Key Stage 3 was introduced to Year 8 in September 2007. In Year 8 classes are of mixed ability while in Years 9 and 10 classes are organised into pre-determined groupings. After parental, pupil and teacher consultation, choices in subject options are made at the end of Year 10. All pupils at Saintfield High School follow examination courses pupils have the opportunity to study up to 9 GCSE subjects. Results are above the Northern Ireland averages for a school of our type. The Entitlement Framework (Key Stage 4) now meets the targets of the Department of Education with pupils having access to a total of 30 subjects (academic, vocational and occupational). These courses are delivered, in the main, within the school however we are delighted to work in collaboration with SERC at Downpatrick and with other schools in the Ballynahinch Area Learning Community and Lecale Area Learning Community in the delivery of Occupational Studies units.
The Curriculum Organisation DEPARTMENTS
SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAMME The progress of all pupils is monitored throughout the year through a process of formal testing, assessment, reviews and reports. Our aim is to ensure that prompt intervention strategies are put in place when deemed necessary.
• Business Studies • English And Media Studies • Geography • Health & Social Care • History • Home Economics • Information Technology • Learning For Life And Work • Mathematics • Modern Languages • Motor Vehicle & Road Users Studies • Music And Performing Arts • Occupational Studies • Personal Development • Physical Education • Religious Education • Science • Technology & Design
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HOME STUDY Parents are encouraged to ensure that each week day evening some one to two hours are spent on hard uninterrupted study. This will cover not just homework but also extra work, and much needed revision. This is a necessity if work completed in class is to be adequately reinforced and developed. Pupils are provided with a homework diary and a homework timetable is produced for each class to ensure a relatively uniform distribution of homework throughout the week. Parents should ensure that pupils are given privacy, quietness and reasonable facilities for study. Written homework should frequently be signed by parents. Where in parents’ opinion a homework is too long or difficult for a pupil to finish, a consultation with the subject teacher or form tutor is encouraged.
Specialists in English, Science and Mathematics are involved in supporting teaching and learning in the classroom. Our aim is to maximize the learning opportunities of all our pupils. Those pupils identified as having a Special Education Need will benefit from Individual Education Plans drawn up according to the recommendations of their statement of need. The School follows the requirements of the SEN Code of Practice.
Sport
12 School’s Sporting Aims The interaction of individuals and groups through Physical Education. 1 2 3 4 5
To encourage each child to adopt a healthy lifestyle. To help them acquire skills. To prepare them for positive, lifelong leisure and recreational activities. To encourage the pupil to be critical and inventive and to develop as a person. To create an appreciation of cultural heritage.
We aim to make pupils proficient competitors in the major sports while giving them a knowledge and understanding of as many sports as resources and time allows. Sports Available Athletics Badminton Basketball Cricket Cross Country Running
Dance/Aerobics Golf Gymnastics Hockey Netball
Sports Facilities Soccer Pitch 5-a-side Pitch and Training Areas School Gym with Fitness Equipment Use of Cricket Pitch Use of Council Hockey Ground
Rugby Soccer Swimming
Hire Facilities at: Robinson Centre (swimming pool) Comber Leisure Centre La Mon Hotel & Country Club
The School’s Sports playing fields have been upgraded to include a new pavilion with changing rooms and outdoor fitness area.
Extra Curricular Activities There is a wide range of clubs and societies in Saintfield High School which pupils are encouraged to join:
ACTIVITY Art Club Badminton Choir Computer Club Cricket Drama Club & Performing Arts Group Duke of Edinburgh English Coursework Clinic English Pupil Support Fishing Fitness Club Football French Study Class GCSE Business Studies Revision GCSE Health & Social Care Coursework GCSE Technology Club Geography Club Golf History Club Hockey Club
Mathematics Revision Year 11/12 Netball Club Pony Club RE Revision Class Science Club Scripture Union Club/Share Club Sewing and Knitting Club Year 11 Coursework Clinic Yr 12 Coursework Clinic – Computer Room
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Admissions Criteria (Transfer Procedure) 2014
Admissions will be determined by a designated sub-committee of the Board of Governors, which shall include the Principal. The Board of Governors reserves the right to require such supplementary evidence as it may determine to support or verify information on the Transfer Form. You will be required to present verification documents AFTER your child has been offered a place at the School. Original documents are required and not facsimiles or photocopies. The provision of false or incorrect information or the failure to provide verifying documents according to the required deadline may result in either the withdrawal of a place or the inability of a School to offer a place. In the event of the School being over-subscribed pupils will be admitted according to the following criteria, applied in the order set down: 1 Children who have a child of the family* currently enrolled at the school. Applicants should record on the Transfer Form the name of the child and date of enrolment at the school. 2 Children who have had a child of the family* who attended the school. Applicants should record on the Transfer Form the name of the child and date he/she left Saintfield High School.
3 Children who are the eldest child(ren) of the family* or the first child of the family to transfer to a non-selective school (verification required) and who attend a traditional contributory primary school (see list of feeder schools below). Academy, Saintfield Down High Prep Alexander Dickson Downpatrick Andrews Memorial Glasswater Ballynahinch Killinchy Cairnshill Killyleagh Carr Knockbreda Carrickmannon Millennium Integrated Carryduff Moneyrea Cedar Integrated St Mary’s, Comber Comber Spa Derryboy 4 Children who attend a feeder/named primary school (see list of schools above) and who list Saintfield High School as their first post primary school.
5 All other children.
If following the application of the above criteria in order there comes a point where there are more children who meet a particular criterion than there are spaces available, preference will be given to children for whom Saintfield High School is the nearest school to their normal place of residence as measured by the Ordnance Survey web distance measurement tool. *Child of the family as defined in Department of Education Guidance June 2009, Annex 2, Paragraphs 3-5 after criteria e It is the responsibility of parents to include all information relevant to the above admissions criteria on the parents’ remarks section of the Transfer Form. Only information thus declared can be considered when applying the School’s admissions criteria.
YEAR 8 WAITING LIST Applicants who did not gain a place in Saintfield High School as part of the transfer procedure will automatically be placed in rank order upon the school’s admissions waiting list after 24 May 2014. Should a place become available after 1 September 2014, priority will be given to those applicants who have named Saintfield High School as their first choice non-selective school. In the event of a place becoming available the School will contact the applicant’s parent/carer to arrange an interview with the Principal or Vice-Principal. New applications for Year 8 will be added to the waiting list in rank order/date order after applying the admissions criteria. At the end of Year 8 the Principal’s Secretary will contact all applicants’ parents/ carers on the waiting list to determine whether they wish to remain on the waiting list. Those applicants wishing to remain on the waiting list will be dealt with according to the criteria listed in Admission to Saintfield High School other than at the Customary Transfer Stage (see School’s website: www.saintfieldhighschool. com).
Admissions APPLICATIONS AND ADMISSIONS Year
Admission
Enrolment
2010
69
364
2011
68
369
2012
68
373
2013
68
368
ADMISSION DETAILS Year
Applications Received Pupils Admitted
September 2010:
84 applications
69 pupils admitted
September 2011:
99 applications
68 pupils admitted
September 2012:
88 applications
68 pupils admitted
September 2013:
76 applications
68 pupils admitted
Year
Saintfield High School Percentage
Northern Ireland Average Percentage
2009-10
93.80%
90.60%
2010-11
94.40%
90.90%
2011-12
94.20%
91.40%
2012-13
94.10%
Not Available
ATTENDANCE:
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Examinations
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EXAMINING BOARD
GCSE Agriculture Art and Design Business Studies English English Literature French Geography Health & Social Care History Home Economics Information & Communication Technology Journalism Learning for Life and Work Mathematics Mathematics: Additional Motor Vehicle & Road User Studies Music Occupational Studies Performing Arts Physical Education Religious Studies Science: General Science: Additional Sociology Technology & Design
CCEA CCEA CCEA CCEA CCEA AQA AQA CCEA AQA CCEA CCEA CCEA CCEA CCEA CCEA CCEA CCEA CCEA AQA CCEA CCEA AQA AQA AQA CCEA
The importance of examinations for entry to higher/further education and employment cannot be overlooked. Our teaching organisation encourages pupils to attempt external examinations. It is our experience very few pupils opt out of the full range of subjects. Results in these examinations have been of a consistently high standard over many years. It is school policy that all pupils attempt the fullest range of subjects possible at GCSE level - plus other non-GCSE options. On average each pupil attempts eight GCSE examinations. GCSE Examination Results 2012-2013 72 pupils were entered for GCSE examinations 28 GCSE or the equivalent subjects were offered • 63% gained A* - C in 5 or more subjects • 100% gained A* - G • 94% gained A* - E • 47% gained A* - C in 7 or more subjects • 41% gained A* - C in 7 or more subjects including English and Mathematics As well as their academic achievements no pupil left in 2013 without having developed a wide range of skills in sport, music, hobbies plus personal and social skills.
Not everything that happens in a school can be measured by examination results. Personal and social skills, motivation, loyalty, idealism and spiritual qualities, more important to many, and largely immeasurable in examinations, are developed in this school.
Examination Results GCSE English 72 Entries Mathematics 72 Entries Science 61 Entries Learning For Life And Work 62 Entries Geography 29 Entries History 20 Entries Additional Mathematics 1 Entry Art & Design 16 Entries Additional Science 16 Entries Additional Applied Science 14 Entries Business Studies 11 Entries English Literature 10 Entries French 12 Entries Health & Social Care 13 Entries Home Economics 16 Entries ICT 23 Entries Journalism 8 Entries Religious Studies 58 Entries Technology & Design 17 Entries Music 1 Entry Motor Vehicle 14 Entries Physical Education 10 Entries Totals 556 Entries
Grade A* 1 1.38% 1 1.63% 1 1.6%
Grade A 3 4.17% 3 4.17% 2 3.27% 5 8.1%
Grade B 7 9.72% 11 15.27% 8 13.11% 17 27.4% 9 31.03%
1 5.00%
1 8.33%
2 12.50% 2 12.50% 1 7.14% 1 9.09% 1 10.00% 3 25.00%
1 6.25%
1 1.72%
A* 7 1.25%
10 17.24% 4 23.53%
1 10.00% A 38 6.83%
10 62.50% 5 72.22% 2 18.18% 5 50.00% 3 25.00% 3 23.07% 4 25.00% 2 8.69% 2 25.00% 14 24.13% 6 35.29% 1 100% 2 20.00% B 111 19.96%
Grade C 26 36.11% 29 40.28% 13 21.31% 21 33.9% 15 51.72% 7 35.00% 1 100% 2 12.50% 7 16.67% 6 42.86% 2 18.18% 2 20.00% 4 33.33% 7 53.85% 4 25.00% 5 21.74% 5 62.50% 16 27.58% 5 29.41%
Grade D 20 27.72% 10 13.89% 28 45.90% 10 16.1% 4 13.79% 8 40.00%
2 14.28% 3 30.00% C 182 32.73%
Grade E 7 9.72% 10 13.89% 7 11.47% 6 9.7% 1 3.45% 3 15.00%
Grade F 7 9.72% 7 9.72% 2 3.27% 1 1.6%
Grade G 1 1.38% 2 2.77% 1 1.6%
1 5.00%
6 42.86% 2 18.18% 1 8.33% 1 7.69% 3 18.75% 10 43.48%
1 7.69% 1 6.25% 5 21.74%
10 17.24% 1 5.88%
5 8.62% 1 5.88%
6 42.86% 4 40.00% D 124 22.30%
6 42.86%
E 59 10.61%
OCCUPATIONAL STUDIES 2012 - 2013 Subject
Level 5
Level 4
19
2
Business & Services Design & Creativity Construction
4
7
17
4
Engineering Services
8
2
Technology & Innovation
13
2
1 7.69% 2 12.50% 1 4.34% 1 12.50% 2 3.44%
1 1
Level 4 is equivalent to GCSE Grade D - G
1 9.09%
1 6.25%
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
English (9 entries)
0
8
1
Religious Studies (14 entries)
2
8
4
Science (11 entries)
2
2
7
Learning for Life & Work (10 entries)
1
7
2
DESTINATION OF THE 74 YEAR 12 PUPILS (JUNE 2013) FE College (32)
A Levels Grammar School (17)
F 29 5.21%
U
ENTRY LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS 2012 – 2013 Subject
2 18.08%
Level 2
4
Environment & Society
Level 5 is equivalent to GCSE Grade A* - C
2 12.50% 2 12.50% 1 7.14% 1 9.09% 2 20.00%
U
17
G 6 1.08%
% OF GCSE RESULTS GRADED A* - C = 62.96% (including Occuptional Studies) % OF GCSE RESULTS GRADED A* - E = 93.70% % OF GCSE RESULTS GRADED A* - G = 100%
Training / Apprenticeship (20)
Employed (4)
SAINTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
Sick (1)
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School Code Of Behaviour
These are in place to help the School to run smoothly and to protect both people and property. DO 1. Be polite and mannerly to all staff and pupils. 2. Wear full school uniform to the required standards. 3. Be punctual to school (8.25am) and to all classes. 4. Carry a black schoolbag - containing all that is needed in preparation for each class. 5. Ensure your behaviour allows others around you to learn. 6. Use appropriate language within the school premises. 7. Respect the school environment, its accommodation, equipment and resources.
The following rules will automatically attract discipline and sanctions DO NOT 1. Leave grounds anytime between 8.25am and 2.40pm without permission from School. 2. Damage school or other pupil’s property. 3. Bring mobile phones into school ~ if essential, leave with school secretary. 4. Bring chewing gum into school. 5. Bully anyone in any way. 6. Engage in disruptive, threatening, abusive or offensive behaviour. 7. Bring in products containing nuts. The above was drawn up in consultation with staff and pupil representatives of Student Voice.
PROMOTING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR • Good behaviour is expected from each pupil in the school, indeed unless good behaviour is present effective teaching and learning cannot take place. • Society rightly expects that a school sends out its pupils with high standards of behaviour. • The three most important spheres of influence on behaviour are home, church and school. Each needs to play a full part in the education process. • In this school we seek to encourage the development of self discipline with mutual respect for others. Abundant opportunities are provided for children to be engaged in worthwhile activities where such development may readily take place. • When behaviour in school is unacceptable there is a need for sanction and punishment. These include, in ascending order of seriousness: (a) Sanctions within the classroom. (b) Sanctions within the school. (c) Sanctions beyond the school - suspension and expulsion following communication with Board Officers and Chairman of Board of Governors. Parents should note that they will be informed in advance when pupils are detained and that entitlement to free transport does not itself exempt a pupil from detention. The school policy on Promoting Positive Behaviour is circulated to all parents of Year 8 pupils each June and reviewed annually.
School Code Of Behaviour
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REPORTS Progress of all pupils is monitored throughout the year by continuous assessment and by examinations in the Summer Term. Those taking external examinations are given a trial examination also in the Spring Term of Year 11 and Year 12. Reports are issued twice a year. Parents should feel free to enquire about their children’s progress at any time and likewise the school will bring to parents’ attention any problems needing their assistance either by letter or Home School Links meeting. There is a separate Parents’ Consultation Meeting for each year group annually and parents/carers are strongly encouraged to attend.
Ms Watt & Miss Hynds with Head Boy, Head Girl, Deputy Head Boys and Deputy Head Girls
Mrs Reid, Librarian, with Pupil Librarians
Ms Watt & Miss Hynds with all prefects
What Saintfield High School Means To Me
20 ol High Scho the ld e fi t in I like Sa dly and ne is frien side, the o ry e v e e becaus lpful. In re very he a brary is rs e h c a te and the li e ic n ry e v school is at books. full of gre g 9CU John Hog
The teachers ar e the best and I have mad e friends with lots of people I love PE. I have . been given 3 p ositives for P.E. already. Sa intfield High is the best! Danielle Conn olly 9CU
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Saintf is great. ield High Scho ol Th nice and e teachers are rea I am so happy h lly ere. Chad N oble 9C U
I have mad e lots of n friends, the ew teachers a re great an glad to be d I am a pupil of S rooms are big and spa aintfield High. The cious and and happy I feel very at Saintfield s High Schoo afe l. Chloe Com pton 9CU
Saintfield High School great means having fun and getting a school The e. tim education at the same is why t tha makes learning enjoyable and I love it so much. Charlotte Munn 9CU
I love it here at Saintfield High School. The staff are so kind and caring. I have made lots of new friends. I love getting up in the morning because I know I’m going to have a brilliant day at school and I know I am going to have many happy years here. Katie Maginn 9CU
I li Schoo ke Saintfield l other because it High isn’t li High S differe chool. Sai ke any n nt in i ts own tfield is Josh F way. letche r 9HE
I like Saintfield High Scho ol. I have lots of friends. I lik e all the teachers and the foo d in the canteen is lovely. Samuel Simpson 9CU
I like Saintfield High School because there is a range of great subjects and activities for everyone to enjoy. The teachers are very nice and helpful. Everyone can have a go at something. Daniel O’Neill 9CU
I really like Saintfield High School because I have made so many new friends. I really like all my new classes and teachers. Elizabeth Gibson 9CU
Saintfield High School looks really big and scary but it is really fun and you get to kno w yo ur way around qu ickly. Rachel Martin 9CU
I like hanging out with my friends at break time. All the teachers are awesome! Lauren Allen 9CU
I love Saintf ield High Sch because the ool teachers are nice to you instead of b and eing left out, the teachers you get frien help ds. You are never bored as there is so much to do! Josh Pearson 9HE
Careers and Counselling Routine counselling is offered to all pupils with the emphasis being on helping them to make their own decisions in life. Pupils are also able to consult the school counsellor to discuss personal problems and problems affecting their lives in general. Current careers education, information and guidance is freely available on request from the Careers Library which is managed by senior pupils. Pupils in Year 11 spend a week in the Summer Term on a Work Experience opportunity. The Careers Officer from the Department for Employment and Learning visits the school weekly to give any practical help necessary. Careers talks and visits are provided for school leavers. Year 12 pupils experience simulated interviews which provide invaluable experience of the real thing. Year 10 pupils begin the process of personal career planning through the Learning for Life and Work programme which is continued into Year 11 through timetabled careers periods and the ‘Employability’ programme of study.
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A Whole School Approach to the Management of the Issues Pertaining to Bullying Behaviour In Saintfield High School we firmly believe that every child has the right to learn and every teacher also has the right to teach in an atmosphere free from fear and intimidation. We do not tolerate any form of bullying. If a teacher witnesses a bullying incident or has a bullying incident reported to them, they will immediately investigate by speaking to the parties involved. Each case will be followed up to support/prevent a recurrence of the problem. It is the bullying behaviour we disapprove of … not the pupil(s). The lines of communication are illustrated on the following diagram: PRINCIPAL Ms Watt VICE-PRINCIPAL Miss Hynds
MRS CROWE
MRS IRWIN
MRS BRADLEY
(Head of Junior School)
(School Counsellor)
(Head of Senior School)
FORM TUTOR
TEACHER
Parents and pupil(s) are the central focus of our lines of communication.
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School Uniform Every pupil wears school uniform. Details are as follows:
GIRLS Blazer
A black blazer with school badge
Skirt
Grey - length NOT shorter than midway between end of blazer and knee
Shirt
White with Junior or Senior School tie
Jumper
Official School ‘V’ neck jumper (compulsory November - February inc)
Shoes
Plain black low heeled, soft soled school shoes
Tights
Black tights
Outwear
Official School outdoor coat Official School scarf
Bag
Plain black
(no fashion shoes, trainers or pumps)
Summer Term In the summer term a short sleeved white blouse can be worn.
PE Skirt
Black pleated games skirt
Blouse
Maroon polo shirt
Sweat-top Grey with school badge Shorts
Black stretch shorts
Socks
Maroon long sports sock with 3 black bands
Coat
Black outdoor coat with school badge
Trousers
Black tracksuit bottoms
Gym Shoes White with non-marking sole. Shin pads and gum shield are recommended.
School Uniform
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BOYS Blazer
A black blazer with school badge
Trousers
Black
Shirt
White with Junior or Senior School tie
Jumper
Official School ‘V’ neck jumper (compulsory November - February inc)
Socks
Grey or black
Shoes
Plain black, soft soled school shoes (not gym shoes or boots)
Outwear
Official School outdoor coat Official School scarf
Bag
Plain black
Summer Term In the summer term a short sleeved white shirt can be worn with tie
PE Shorts
Black two tone soccer short
Vest
Maroon rugby shirt with white collar
Sweat-top Grey with school badge Socks
Maroon long sports sock with 3 black bands
Coat
Black outdoor coat with school badge
Trousers
Black tracksuit bottoms
Gym Shoes White with non-marking sole. Football boots Shin pads and gum shield are recommended The official outfitters to the School are:
MARSHALLS, 74 Main Street, Saintfield • Tel: 02897 510315
For both Boys and Girls a CONVENTIONAL hairstyle is considered to be part of the uniform requirement. Jewellery is kept to a minimum for reasons of safety, distraction and loss of property: • • • • •
One small plain gold/silver stud ear-ring is allowed in the lobe of each ear – rings/hoops are not permitted. One small ring and watch allowed. Only badges associated with school to be worn in school. No chewing gum, peanuts or nut products are permitted within school premises. No make-up or nail varnish
IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT ALL ARTICLES ARE CLEARLY MARKED WITH PUPIL’S NAME IN INDELIBLE INK
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Charging And Remissions Policy CHARGING AND REMISSIONS POLICY The Education Reform (Northern Ireland) Order 1989 retains a general commitment to the concept of free education for all pupils throughout the period of compulsory schooling. However the Board of Governors seek an annual voluntary contribution of £20 per family to a School fund designed to support a wide variety of extra curricular activities for pupils in years 8-12. All teaching of subjects prescribed in the Northern Ireland Curriculum is given free of charge to parents, as are all entries for public examinations offered by the School and taken by pupils for the first time. Parental requests for the re-marking of External Examinations will be charged for in full. Individual tuition in a musical instrument is at a nominal fee of £200 tuition and £45 instrument hire per annum subject to review. The instrument hire is free to pupils whose parents are receiving Income Support. No charges are made for transport of pupils representing the School, for example in team games, inter school quizzes, community service or musical events. However, charges are made where parents indicate in advance a wish to own a finished product, for ingredients, materials and/or components used within practical areas of the curriculum like Home Economics or Technology and Design. Similarly, where parents have agreed to their child’s participation in a residential trip which takes place mainly outside School hours, charges are made to cover the costs involved. Optional activities organised by the School which require charges to be made, require the written consent of parents before their children are permitted to participate in them. Fuller details of the School’s policy on Charging and Remissions may be had from the Secretary to the Board of Governors. All documentation related to the delivery and management of the School curriculum plus South Eastern Board information and departmental circulars are accessible in the School Office subject to an appointment being made through the school office.
Drug Education Policy and Child Protection Arrangements DRUG EDUCATION POLICY “Children are influenced by their peers, their parents, youth culture, the media and others - but education, in particular through the schools, has a key role to play in ensuring that young people know the risks of drug taking and have the knowledge and skills to resist”. (Drug Prevention and Schools: DFE
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HOW A PARENT CAN MAKE THEIR CONCERNS KNOWN TO THE SCHOOL
I have a concern about my/a child’s safety
1994)
Within the curriculum of Saintfield High School drug education is organised through the Personal, Social and Health Education Programme (PD) of the school and augmented by the subject programmes of study. Appropriate external speakers are invited to expand on relevant topics throughout the year. The PD Programme takes into account the age and perceived level of maturity of the pupils in each year group. SAINTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL’S CHILD PROTECTION ARRANGEMENTS (a) If any parents have concerns about the safety of their (or another) child they can inform: (i) Ms Watt, the Principal, or (ii) Mrs Irwin, the School Counsellor, who is the Designated Teacher responsible for co-ordinating action on Child Protection Arrangements, or (iii) Miss Hynds, the Vice-Principal, in the absence of Mrs Irwin. (b) Reporting back on the progress and outcome of a complaint will be by the Designated Teacher approached. (c) Other avenues open to parents to pursue their complaint if they remain dissatisfied with the outcome is first to refer the matter to the Principal if she has not as yet been involved, or second to refer the matter to the Chairperson of the Board of Governors. A flow-chart of the process is included for you information.
I can talk to the class/form tutor If I am still concerned, I can talk to the Designated Teacher for child protection Mrs Irwin - School Counsellor/Miss Hynds - VP If I am still concerned, I can talk to the Principal - Ms Watt If I am still concerned, I can talk/write to the Chairman of the Board of Governors At any time, I can talk to Social Services or the Police LOCAL CARE Unit
The details contained in this Prospectus are correct at December 2013, but should any subsequent changes take place, these will be published in the Board of Governors’ Annual Report and records of the changes will be available from the School Office. Term dates and holidays for 2014 - 2015 will be known in May 2014. Details of these dates are issued to pupils in September 2014. Please take time to visit our school website on: www.saintfieldhighschool.com
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Location Map for Saintfield High School
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SAINTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL 21 Comber Road, Saintfield BT24 7BB • Tel: 02897 510356 • Fax: 02897 510254 • E.mail: info@saintfield.saintfield.ni.sch.uk • Web: www.saintfieldhighschool.com
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