EQUIPMENT Throughout Senior School, we endeavour to develop pupils’ personal organisation skills. It is, therefore, expected that pupils arrive at lessons with all necessary books and equipment. The following equipment list is requested for all Senior School pupils. Please help your child to check their pencil case regularly and ensure missing items are replenished. The school equipment shop (open at break times) stocks items at very reasonable prices. Please also note that a biro should not be used as a writing pen. Handwriting pen - blue or black
Green biro
Highlighter
Pencil
Scientific calculator
Red biro
Eraser and sharpener
180 degree protractor
Pair of compasses
Glue stick
Ruler
French dictionary
Spanish dictionary
Colouring pencils
Dictionary for home use (optional)
iPads: All pupils in Year 7 and 8 are expected to bring their own Apple iPad into school to use during lessons and for Prep. iPad Specifications: • Full size iPad (not an iPad Mini, please) • We recommend that parents should consider purchasing the latest generation iPad that supports the most recent version of iPad OS • Minimum 32GB storage • Wi-Fi only (not mobile enabled) • Compatible with an Apple Pencil. It is not currently necessary to purchase an Apple Pencil, although it has been found to be beneficial Additional Requirements: • A suitable protective case that protects the corners and screen • Insurance that includes accidental damage. Please check that you are covered for school use – some policies only cover domestic use. Please note that most policies do not cover loss • A set of headphones
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