Notes for Parents

Notes for Parents

A Guide to All Schools

General Information

Contact Details

Welcome to Merchant Taylors' School

In this document you will find key information relating to each section of the School

These notes are circulated for the information and guidance of parents; they complement and reinforce the School Rules and Terms and Conditions which can be viewed on our website

www merchanttaylors com/terms-and-conditions

If you have any further questions, please contact a member of staff directly If you need any assistance, please telephone or email our experienced Reception staff who are located at each of our three sites

Merchant Taylors’ Boys' School

186 Liverpool Road Crosby Liverpool L23 0QP

Reception Telephone Number: 0151 928 3308

Email Address: infomtbs@merchanttaylors com

Merchant Taylors’ Girls' School

80 Liverpool Road Crosby Liverpool L23 5SP

Reception Telephone Number: 0151 924 3140

Email Address: infomtgs@merchanttaylors com

Stanfield Prepatory School

134 Liverpool Road Crosby Liverpool L23 5TH

Reception Telephone Number: 0151 924 1506

Email Address: infomtps@merchanttaylors com

Term Dates 2023/2024

Autumn Term 2023

Inset: Monday 4th September and Tuesday 5th September

Term Starts: Wednesday 6th September (for Infants/Juniors and Year 7/Year 12) or Thursday 7th September (for all other Year Groups)

Half Term: Monday 16th October to Friday 27th October (inclusive)

Term Ends: Friday 15th December (noon finish)

Spring Term 2024

Inset: Wednesday 3rd January

Term Starts: Thursday 4th January

Half Term: Monday 12th February to Friday 16th February (inclusive)

Term Ends: Wednesday 27th March (noon finish)

Summer Term 2024

Inset: Wednesday 17th April

Term Starts: Thursday 18th April

Half Term: Monday 27th May to Friday 31st May (inclusive)

Term Ends: Friday 5th July (noon finish)

Fees

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Deposits

Please see the School’s Terms and Conditions for information on how and when the Acceptance Deposit and the Additional Deposit (if paid) may be refunded

Acceptance Deposit

Payable on acceptance of the place offered This will be held on account and refunded at the end of your child’s education at Merchant Taylors’ School

Additional Deposit

Payable in addition to the Acceptance Deposit by the parents of pupils whose normal residence is outside the United Kingdom

Fees (per term)

Infant School (Reception - Year 2)

Junior School (Year 3 - Year 6)

Senior School (Boys & Girls)

Sixth Form

School Lunch Fees - Academic Year 2023-24

Lunches for pupils from Reception to Year 11 (inclusive) are compulsory and payment is in addition to tuition fees Catering is provided by Chartwells Independent who offer catering services exclusively for independent schools and colleges across the country

Lunch fees are as follows :

Reception to Year 2 - £260 per term

Year 3 to Year 11 - £270 per term

Sixth Form students are permitted to leave the school premises during the day providing they meet their commitments with respect to attendance, punctuality and set work, and also ensure that they sign in and out at reception

They may, therefore, choose to make their own arrangements for lunch or eat in the school dining room on a day-to-day basis using contactless payment

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A charge for half a term’s lunch fee will be available to those pupils in Year 11 and Upper Sixth, sitting external examinations in the Summer term

Full details of menus and catering can be found on our website www merchanttaylors com/catering

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School Bus Fees - Academic Year 2023-24

Bus Service fees are dependent on route and number of journeys

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School tuition fees are not inclusive of school buses lunches or any other additional items

Full details of all bus routes and respective charges can be found on our website www merchanttaylors com/admissions/school -bus-timetables

Sibling Discount

Please refer to fee discounts on the next page

English as an Additional Language

These lessons are compulsory for overseas students attending Sixth Form

Payments

Fees are payable on demand in advance on or before the first day of term

Direct Debit is the only method of payment for fees and there will be no charge to join the scheme

We offer two options for payment: One payment per term (3 per year) You will receive a termly fee bill with payments taken on:

1st September (Autumn Term)

1st January (Spring Term)

1st May (Summer Term)

Alternatively, you can opt to pay by 12 monthly equal instalments which are collected on the 1st day of each month commencing in September

Please see the School’s Terms and Conditions for further information about the payment of Fees www merchanttaylors com/terms-and-conditions

Fee Discounts

The School offers a sibling discount for children with a brother and/or sister already in the School The discount applies to the tuition fee only and may be varied by the School at any time The current sibling discount is 10% on a second and third child with the same parents, and a 20% discount on a fourth and subsequent children with the same parents Sibling discount does not apply to overseas students Should any pupil(s) within the family be in receipt of any other form of financial assistance (excluding Harrison Scholarships) then the pupil(s) will not be included within the scope of the sibling discount For pupils in receipt of Academic or Sports Scholarships, who also qualify for a sibling discount, such discount will be awarded at the Governor’s/ Head’s absolute discretion

Notice of Withdrawal

In accordance with the terms of the agreement signed by parents before their child enters the school, a full and complete term’s notice in writing should be sent to the Head of Admissions or the Chief Operations Officer before a child is withdrawn from the school Failure to give a full and complete term’s notice will result in fees in lieu of notice being payable

Music Lessons

During induction sessions there will be an opportunity to discuss individual tuition for musical instruments

Withdrawal from Music Lessons: Please note that written notice for withdrawal from individual music lessons must be given for ten lessons prior to finishing at any point in an academic year

Drama Lessons

During induction sessions there will be an opportunity to discuss individual tuition for LAMDA (London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art) lessons

School Buses

General Information

Merchant Taylors’ offers a comprehensive service of buses and coaches each morning and afternoon from a wide catchment area ranging from Warrington, Widnes, Wigan and South Liverpool up to Parbold, Ormskirk, Formby and Southport

This service is operated by the school in partnership with a local, well-respected travel company and is available for the use of all our pupils, aged 4-18

All drivers are DBS approved and wherever possible remain the dedicated driver on a given route We continually review travel times and pick up locations to ensure we are providing the best possible service

Pupils travel may travel together for a number of years and patience and respect should always be shown to ensure that journeys are safe Pupils should remain seated at all times and respect the instructions of the driver and the bus monitor

Travel is only permitted on the bus service that has been requested

Full details of all bus routes (including timetables) can be found on our website

www merchanttaylors com/admissions/schoolbus-timetables

Code of Practice

The below Code of Practice should be followed to ensure that travelling to and from School is as safe and efficient as possible

In the morning always be on time for your bus, queue on the footpath in a sensible manner well away from the road

Behave sensibly on the bus at all times

Get on and off calmly, without rushing

Find a seat quickly and fasten your seat belt

No standing is allowed and you must never leave your seat whilst the bus is in motion

Year 7 should sit downstairs

Do not distract the driver or cause a nuisance to any road user or pedestrian

Only speak to the driver in the event of an emergency If anything happens which upsets you on the bus tell your Form Tutor straight away

When arriving at school in the morning you must go directly into school You must not walk into the local area to buy provisions for the day or for any other reason

At the end of the school day

At 16:00 move quickly to the correct meeting point for your bus

If you have games at Hall Road, you can catch the school shuttle service back to school Always check with the driver that you are on the correct bus

If the bus is late, delegate ONE pupil to inform Reception or make sure that you inform the member of staff on duty Don’t allow the bus to leave until he/she returns!

School

Uniform

General Guidelines

The School welcomes the co-operation of parents in seeing that the pupils pay proper attention to their appearance and that they look after their uniform and wear it correctly

Hair-styles should be neat, simple and suitable for school Long hair must be tied back

School uniform must be worn by pupils on their way to and from school and when they are engaged in activities connected with the School, unless permission to the contrary has been given

Parents are reminded of the importance of naming all items of clothing and sports kit Each School has a lost property room and you can speak to Reception staff to find out when they can be accessed

False nails, coloured nail varnish and false eyelashes are not allowed Only clear or natural varnish is permitted

Plain gold/silver stud earrings only

PE Lessons

Earrings are not allowed when taking part in PE Please make sure that any piercing takes place at the start of the summer holidays so that may be removed on the day of PE lessons

On PE days pupils to come to School wearing their PE Kit Uniform should be worn on the remaining days

School Shop

Monkhouse Schoolwear Shop is an independent concern run by F R Monkhouse Ltd, specialist school suppliers, who operate in several other leading schools in the North of England

The address for the shop is : 80 Coronation Road, Crosby, Liverpool L23 5RH

Tel: 0151 924 0975

Details of specific opening times can be found at www monkhouse com

'Nearly new ' uniform can be purchased at very reasonable prices if required Please contact Mrs C Byrne via email for more information

c byrne@merchanttaylors com

Uniform List : INFANTS - Reception, Year 1 and Year 2

GIRLS - Autumn/Spring

Navy blue crested school blazer*

Navy blue school skirt (knee length)* or Navy

blue shorts

Long-sleeved blue striped school blouse* (closed neck for a tie)

School tie*

School pullover or school cardigan* (navy with pale blue stripes)

Navy blue tights or knee length socks

Sensible plain black school shoes (no ballettype pumps)

School hat with badge*

Navy blue crested waterproof jacket*

School scarf* (optional)

GIRLS - Summer

Blue striped summer dress

School pullover or school cardigan*

Straw boater with badge*

Ankle or knee length plain white socks

PE Uniform - GIRLS & BOYS

Navy crested polo shirt*

Navy blue PE shorts

Crested School tracksuit*

Velcro trainers (outdoor PE)

Black pumps (indoor PE)

Plain white ankle sports socks (boys)

Girls to wear uniform socks

Pump bag

Navy blue knitted hat* (optional)

BOYS - Autumn/Spring

Navy blue crested school blazer*

Grey shorts

Long-sleeved pale blue shirt

School tie*

School pullover* (navy with pale blue stripes)

Grey knee length socks with blue hoops*

Sensible plain black school shoes

School cap with badge*

Navy blue crested waterproof jacket*

School scarf* (optional)

BOYS - Summer

Short sleeved pale blue shirt (optional)

Legionnaires cap*

School Bags - GIRLS & BOYS

GIRLS - Autumn/Spring

Navy blue crested school blazer*

Navy blue school skirt* (knee length) or Navy blue shorts

Optional Navy blue long trousers (Yr 6 only)

Long-sleeved blue striped school blouse* (closed neck for a tie)

School tie*

School pullover or school cardigan* (navy with pale blue stripes)

Navy blue tights or knee length socks

Sensible plain black school shoes (no ballettype pumps)

Navy blue waterproof jacket*

School scarf* (optional)

GIRLS - Summer

Short-sleeved blue striped school blouse* (open neck, no tie)

Ankle or knee length plain white socks

Plain white cap (no logos) for break times & outdoor activities

PE Uniform - GIRLS

White crested polo shirt*

Crested Navy blue skort*

Crested School tracksuit*

Trainers (velcro unless laces can be tied)

Black pumps (indoor PE)

Plain white ankle sports socks

Football boots (if Rugby/Football is chosen)

School swimming hat*

Navy or black swimming costume

Towel/goggles

BOYS - Autumn/Spring

Black crested school blazer*

Grey shorts

Optional plain black long trousers (Yr 6 only)

White long-sleeved shirt

School tie* (stripe in house colour)

Plain black V-neck pullover (optional)

Plain grey knee-length socks

Sensible plain black school shoes

Plain black overcoat/raincoat

BOYS - Summer

White short-sleeved shirt

PE Uniform - BOYS

White crested school PE t-shirt*

Black crested shorts*

Plain white ankle sports socks

Reversible rugby/games top*

Black crested rugby shorts*

Black & gold long socks*

Black crested school tracksuit*

Trainers

Football boots (with rugby studs or moulded)

Navy or black crested swimming trunks

School swimming hat*

Towel/goggles

School Bags - GIRLS & BOYS

Junior Girls require the blue Stanfield backpack*

Junior Boys may have the Stanfield backpack* or opt for a plain black School bag

* School Regulation items, which are available to purchase from Monkhouse Schoolwear Shop

Uniform List : Senior Girls - Year 7 to Year 11

GIRLS - Autumn/Spring

School blazer* this may be worn inside school in winter

Plain navy skirt or plain navy trousers Skirt should be no more than 8cm above the knee when kneeling and always worn appropriately Trousers should be straight leg in style

Long-sleeved open-necked blouse* in School material Must be worn tucked into waistband of skirt/trousers

School V-necked, long-sleeved jumper* with light blue stripes at neck and cuffs

Y10 - 11 may wear a plain navy V-necked jumper

Plain dark navy knee-length socks or tights

Plain black shoes, flat heels only without motif or contrasting material Open sided/sling back shoes or trainer style are not allowed Coat (optional) Navy or Black outer coat, plain in colour with no trimmings (Coat or Blazer must be worn to and from School ) Coats are strongly recommended for those pupils not travelling by car

GIRLS - Spring/Summer

School blazer* (must be worn to and from School)

Short-sleeved, open-necked blouse* in School material May be worn with winter skirt/trousers Must be worn tucked into waistband of skirt/ trousers

School V-necked, long-sleeved jumper* or School cardigan* with light blue stripes at neck and cuffs

Y10 - 11 may wear a plain navy V-necked jumper

Plain dark navy knee-length socks or tights

Plain black shoes, flat heels only without motif or contrasting material Open sided/sling back shoes or trainer style are not allowed

GIRLS - PE Uniform

All articles of clothing MUST have name tapes on the OUTSIDE, NOT inside Socks, racquets, training shoes and swimming caps should show the full name in special indelible ink

Navy crested Polo Shirt*

Navy Games Skort*

Navy blue Tracksuit Trousers* or Navy blue athletics leggings*

Games Socks*

White Ankle Socks

Navy Blue half-zip Sweater*

Swimming Costume (Spring Term)*

Swimming Cap - latex (Spring Term)*

Navy Blue Sports Holdall

Gum shield/shin pads for Hockey (Autumn Term)

Please note - pupils are expected to wear Sports Trainers (these are sturdy trainers suitable for a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities) It is advisable to wear Astro boots for Hockey

Any Team kits will be ordered by the PE staff

Accessories

Navy/Black gloves

School scarf*

Plain navy or blue elastic ties or ribbons

Plain navy or black slides of simple design

No jewellery is allowed except simple earrings, Not jewels - maximum of one in each ear A plain gold or silver chain with a religious symbol may be worn under blouse Bags should be black / navy and large enough to accommodate all necessary exercise / text books

* School Regulation items, which are available to purchase from Monkhouse Schoolwear Shop

BOYS - Uniform Requirements

School blazer* to be worn at all times unless you are invited to remove it or Shirtsleeve

Order is declared

White shirt with the top button fastened Your shirt must be tucked into your trousers

Plain black jumper (optional) with a V-neck (no logos) Pupils may wear V necked pullovers with emblems for representative honours in sport if they wish

Plain black, straight leg, trousers

School/House tie* Pupils may wear ties with emblems for representative honours in sport if they wish

Plain black or grey or grey socks

Formal black polished shoes Training shoes are not permitted

Plain, dark coloured coat (optional) Note that coats and scarves must not be worn indoors

General Information

No boots

No visible jewellery

No visible tattoos or piercings

If you wear a belt, it should have a modest buckle

Ties must be tied so that your top button is not visible and so that they hang at an appropriate length

Hats of any sort are not permitted

Hair must be of your natural colour and off the collar, but no shorter than a “number 2”

Your face must be clean shaven

BOYS - PE Uniform

Reversible rugby top in House colour*

Crested Boys PE T-Shirt*

Black PE shorts

Black crested tracksuit*

Hooped PE socks*

Please note - pupils are expected to wear Sports Trainers (these are sturdy trainers suitable for a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities) It is advisable to wear Astro boots for Hockey

Any Team kits will be ordered by the PE staff

Accessories

Navy/Black gloves

School scarf*

Bags should be black / navy and large enough to accommodate all necessary exercise / text books

* School Regulation items, which are available to purchase from Monkhouse Schoolwear Shop

BOYS

Formal suit, dark in colour You must wear your jacket at all times unless you are invited to remove it or Shirtsleeve Order is declared

Formal shirt A modest pattern (pinstripe or check) is permitted Your top button must be fastened and your shirt tucked into your trousers

Formal tie, with a modest pattern

A plain V necked jumper (no logos) in a dark colour may be worn if you wish

Formal black or brown shoes, polished Training shoes are not permitted

Black or grey socks

GIRLS

Black suit: skirt or trouser suit

Hip length jacket, black buttons - no coloured external stitching

Straight, knee length skirt which should not be lycra or jersey material

Pale blue blouse or blue striped blouse

Black tights or natural-coloured tights (not patterned)

Black shoes with a sensible heel - no sling backs or backless shoes Ankle boots may be worn with trousers

Black outdoor coat without fur or other trimmings - not to be worn around school

Scarf - not to be worn around school

Discreet jewellery - pierced ears only No nose, eyebrow or tongue studs or multiple ear

piercing

Natural hair colour / highlights

Natural nails (neutral colour)

In winter a plain jumper may be worn in addition to suit jacket not instead of suit jacket

A bag big enough to carry all files and equipment needed

Policies & Procedures

Policies and Procedures

The following policies can be downloaded from the School website www merchanttaylors com or sent to parents on request

Safeguarding Children & Child Protection Policy

Admissions Policy

Financial Assistance Policy

Equal Opportunities Policy

Health and Safety Policy

The Complaints Procedure

There are also a number of policies available on the website which are particular to each of the schools such as:

Curriculum Policy

Anti-Bullying Policy

Rewards and Sanctions Policy

Management of Educational Visits Policy

The Chair of Governors of Merchant Taylors’ Schools is Mr Philip Marshall He can be contacted via Bursar’s Office, Merchant Taylors’ Boys’ School, Crosby, Liverpool L23 0QP

Complaints Procedure

If you have a complaint and are not sure what you should do, we do have a Complaints Policy in place which is available on our website or on request The policy details a four-step procedure, the first being the Informal stage, where you can raise a concern or complaint through a member of staff; this is usually your child's Form Tutor, in the first instance

Complaints Procedure

If you have a complaint and are not sure what you should do, we do have a Complaints Policy in place which is available on our website or on request The policy details a four-step procedure, the first being the Informal stage, where you can raise a concern or complaint through a member of staff; this is usually your child's Form Tutor, in the first instance

Policies & Procedures

Safeguarding Children

As part of the Schools’ safeguarding children policy, it is our duty of care to promote all pupils’ welfare The aim of the policy is to ensure that pupils grow up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care Following the guidelines published in Keeping Children Safe in Education September 2022, Merchant Taylors’ School will follow procedures if there are concerns with a specific pupil’s welfare After discussion with, and advice from, external agencies, it may be necessary to refer a pupil to the relevant Local Authority Social Care Department

The Social Services Department, for the area in which the school is situated in this instance is:

Social Care Customer Access Team

Merton House, Stanley Road, Bootle

Liverpool L20 3UU Tel: 0151 934 3737

Emergency Duty Team (EDT) out of hours: 0151 920 8234

Data Protection

The School is required to process relevant personal data regarding current, past or prospective pupils and their parents or guardians as part of its operation and shall take all reasonable steps to do so Processing may include obtaining, recording, holding, disclosing, destroying or otherwise using data The Merchant Taylors’ School pupils’ data protection policy is available on request from the Head

Telephones

Parents are asked not to use the telephone for unimportant matters It is a great help to the smooth running of the School if routine requests can be made in writing Only on occasions of urgency can telephone messages be given to pupils A public telephone is available on school premises for outgoing calls only

Mobiles

Pupils in Years 7 - 11 are not allowed mobile phones during school hours At MTBS all phones are expected to be switched off during school hours and stored away At MTGS, girls in Years 79 are required to hand their phone in at reception on arrival Years 10 - 11 are required to keep their phones in their bags/lockers at all times

Curriculum Policy

Our curriculum should be broad, balanced and relevant and should be appropriate to the needs of our pupils Our intake is selective and we seek to stretch the pupils by offering them an academic curriculum which includes difficult subjects (For the Senior School this principle underlines our language options in the Lower School and single subject science in the Middle School)

Our curriculum is designed to allow time for extra curricular activities, both inside and outside school, and to minimise the pressure on young people so that they can explore their own interests We want all our pupils to have equal entitlement to the curriculum and explicitly seek to eliminate the possibility of any group developing a ‘sink’ mentality

The majority of our students go on to study academic subjects at university and our curriculum is designed to prepare them in terms of knowledge and skills to make the most of higher education when they leave us

We seek to avoid teaching groups which are too large for the individual to be heard or too small for creative interaction, within the limits of what is financially possible

Disability Statement

Merchant Taylors’ is a selective academic school and a prospective pupil’s admission depends upon them meeting the criteria required

The School must be reasonably sure that it can educate and develop each prospective pupil to the best of their potential, commensurate with the standards achieved by their peers By achieving the above criteria the School intends that each pupil will have a successful and fulfilled school career that will lead to them being a welleducated, well-rounded individual when they leave

All of the above apply to every pupil and potential pupil, regardless of any disability they may have, provided the School is aware of the disability The School acknowledges its obligation to make reasonable adjustments and recognises that these should not put any disabled pupil or potential pupil at a substantial disadvantage

Parents must have included any disability their child may have on the application form, which must be completed as the first stage in the entrance procedure In assessing any prospective pupil the School may seek further advice and assessment it regards as appropriate and reasonable Confidentiality will be respected

Having been accepted the School will respect any requests for confidentiality from parents and also from pupils if the School reasonably believes that the parent/pupil understand what is being requested and its effects

The School will make adjustments to enable all pupils to access the educational and associated services of the School within what it considers to be reasonable and safe

Merchant Taylors' Girls School

Links with Parents

The School welcomes as much co-operation as possible with parents The Executive Head, Heads, and staff, are always available to see parents by appointment about any individual problem, and there are regular annual meetings between staff and parents, in addition to normal school functions, plays, concerts etc

Contact Details

Please ensure that School are informed immediately of any changes to addresses, telephone numbers, email addresses or emergency contact details

Parent Teacher Association

The Committee of the Parent Teacher Association is a channel for communication of ideas concerning all aspects of School life The Association also organises social events during the year

Parental Concerns

The School recognises that for a pupil to reach their potential, both academically and socially, there must be close co-operation between home and school Occasionally, parents may well have concerns about the way in which the School operates in relation to their child and we very much want to hear from parents in these circumstances It is much better to talk to us about problems at an early stage so that issues can be resolved quickly and effectively

The best person to approach will be your child’s Form Tutor, because he or she is the person who probably knows them best and is responsible for their pastoral care and academic welfare Form Tutors will normally be able to resolve difficulties promptly and to respond to enquiries by providing effective feedback There may be situations when investigation and discussion with other colleagues will be required and, of course, parents will be kept fully informed of developments

Parents may also contact their child’s appropriate Head of Year/House directly on more serious matters If parents are dissatisfied with the way in which concerns have been handled, the matter may be raised with a member of the Senior Management Team and in all cases, matters of concern will be treated in a confidential manner and with respect Please note it is better to telephone (or email) for an appointment rather than ‘turn-up’ We will see parents as soon as possible

Pastoral Care & Learning Support

Lower School (Year 7-9)

Pupils are assessed through a screening program which provides a unique and individual learning profile for each of our pupils It ensures we identify strengths to be celebrated and utilised in the pupils’ learning, and assist in the early identification of any areas of need allowing us to provide early personalised support to ensure each pupil achieves and flourishes at Merchant Taylors’

Pastoral Care

General pastoral care is provided by every member of staff, but each pupil is cared for more specifically by the Form Tutor/Teacher, who monitors academic progress and emotional wellbeing The Form Tutor/Teacher should be the first person to whom a pupil turns for help or advice The Form Tutor/Teacher can refer a matter to the relevant Head of Year, to the Pastoral Counselling Team or to the Head of Sixth Form

Pupils can see the Pastoral Care Team about concerns such as friendships, family life, bereavement, food issues, motivation and selfesteem Staff use counselling skills with pupils and follow guidelines approved by the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy

The School Nurse is available to discuss health or other matters

Learning Support

At Merchant Taylors’ we strive to provide a caring and supportive environment for each of our pupils We aim to develop self-esteem, confidence and resilience as well as addressing the needs of the whole child We recognise pupils of all abilities may experience obstacles to learning and we treat each child as an individual, providing them with personalised learning and the support they require to flourish and achieve their maximum potential

Middle School (Year 10-11)

Mentoring and monitoring are vital components as our pupils approach or start their GCSE studies; we provide guidance with revision and study skills, as well as developing specific areas of need for the individual pupil Support is provided within the pupil’s timetable with support lessons from a Specialist Learning Support Teacher

Sixth Form

Our students are provided with support in the transition to A-Level studies, developing study skills and helping with organisation We also work closely with the Head of Sixth Form and careers to ensure our students are aware of the support available for them as they progress onto their next step in life, ensuring they are familiar with assistive technologies and the Disabled Student Allowance process for University

School Library

If you need help with research, ask our Librarian who will be pleased to assist

Please remember that the Library is a quiet place in school and that pupils are always expected to respect this We should conduct ourselves accordingly, in silence

Sport at Merchant Taylors'

PE and games commitment

All pupils play games unless they are exempt on medical grounds or for other special reasons If for any reason a pupil cannot participate in a lesson due to injury or illness they must have a note from home or a parent / guardian must provide details via email to an appropriate member of staff

Representing the School

If pupils need to miss school matches for an important family occasion, then we will allow them to do so, given sufficient notice If pupils are playing the same sport at county or equivalent level outside School and fixtures clash, they will be allowed to miss school matches

If pupils are playing different sports outside School, again at county or equivalent level, the question of representation will be discussed It is most unlikely that all fixtures will clash, but where there are clashes the matter will be resolved by discussion involving give and take on both sides

We currently have well over fifty pupils who have representative honours at county level or above in a large number of sports, and in all cases the pupils concerned are managing to meet their school and outside commitments There may be occasions when pupils want time off academic studies to pursue their sporting interests and again, depending upon the level at which a pupil is performing and their academic commitments, we will come to an agreement with parents about what is appropriate

The

The Ian Robinson Sports Centre

Ian Robinson Sports Centre

The Ian Robinson Sports Centre is used by all pupils of Merchant Taylors’ Schools during the school day

The £5 5m Sports Centre is an eco-friendly, stylish, state-of-the-art, safe sporting environment which provides an opportunity for pupils to participate in a wide range of sports in the Sports Hall and Dance Studio and become an exclusive member of the vibrant and unique Fitness Suite

The Holiday Club programme is open to all children aged 4-11 years with a variety of activities including recreation, sport and a range of play The venue varies between Stanfield and the Sports Centre

For further information on any of the items mentioned above please contact the Sports Centre management

Ian Robinson Sports Centre

Merchant Taylors’ School

186 Liverpool Road

Liverpool

L23 OQP

Tel: 0151 949 9355

Email: k brennan@merchanttaylors com

Web: http://www merchanttaylors com/ir-sports-centre/

Combined Cadet Force

Our Combined Cadet Force (CCF) comprises Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force sections and provides a unique opportunity for girls and boys to grow together through a range of activities and pursuits Pupils can choose to join the CCF from the age of 13, with equal numbers of girls and boys invariably taking part each year

CCF training encapsulates the life skills that young people need in order to prosper in society, offering first-hand experience of teamwork, resilience, problem-solving and leadership

Alumni

Merchant Taylors’ Old Pupils’ Association

When a student leaves Merchant Taylors’ School at the end of Sixth Form they will automatically become an ‘Old Pupil’

Old pupils range from those who have just left School and perhaps gone on to university, to those that left many years ago and are still attending events today in support of the School You may not appreciate the benefits now, but being a member of the Old Pupils’ Association will, later in life, connect you to a strong and influential network and provide support, friendship and business connections for many years to come

The Association publishes regular information via printed material and its website On the social side there are several regional dinners and informal networking events held all over the country Many current undergraduates attend these events as well as Old Pupils’ who live in the vicinity The OPA raises money to support the School and you can actively support the school and pupils in a number of ways:

Commemorate special occasions

Donate prizes for Prize Giving Support pupils’ special projects

For more information please visit : www merchanttaylors com/alumni-development

Welcome to Stanfield

Welcome

I am delighted that you have chosen Stanfield Preparatory School, Merchant Taylors’ School for your child and hope that through a close and happy co-operation between us, they will get the very best from the education offered We look forward to welcoming you to Stanfield very soon

Miss E Lynan Head of Stanfield

The school day runs from:

8 40am to 3 20pm Monday to Thursday 8 40am to 3 10pm on Fridays

During the morning sessions there is a greater focus on Literacy and Mathematics based activities, although all 7 areas are inter-connected and opportunities are provided across the curriculum throughout the day

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Our Strategy

A school that cares

A school that fosters a passion for learning and focuses on excellence

A school renowned for its co-curricular provision

A school renowned for its extraordinary staff

A school that is forward-thinking and adaptable

A school that is at the heart of the community

Our Code of Conduct

The basis of all good behaviour is a need for mutual respect

Pupils attending Stanfield have a right to expect a well-ordered environment, which is conducive to learning The essence lies in the 3C’s

Strategy & Code of Conduct

Care, Courtesy & Consideration

All pupils need to be aware of their own behaviour and mindful of the needs and feelings of others All pupils are expected to:

Be polite at all times, using ‘please’ and ‘thank you ’

Be courteous and considerate; opening doors for others and behaving in an orderly manner around school

Always be honest and tell the truth

Treat others with consideration and sensitivity

Be careful with school property and anything belonging to another pupil

Be aware of their own behaviour and not spoil anyone ’ s games

Take pride in their appearance and try to be neat and tidy, wearing their uniform correctly

Information for Parents

The Standard Terms and Conditions provide parents with detailed information concerning the Schools’ rules and regulations

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

The EYFS will be the stage your child is in when they attend a nursery or a childminder’s home between birth and the age of five at the end of Reception

The EYFS is based on four important Principles :

A Unique Child

Every child is a competent learner from birth who can be resilient, capable, confident and selfassured

Positive Relationships

Children learn to be strong and independent from a base of loving and secure relationships with parents and/or a key person

Enabling Environments

The environment plays a key role in supporting and extending children’s development and learning

Learning and Development

Children develop and learn in different ways and at different rates and all areas of Learning and Development are equally important and interconnected

Parents and carers are their children’s first teachers When they are with you, learning can happen at any time and anywhere, for example when:

Being generous with praise and cuddles

Reading a variety of things together

Playing games, singing nursery rhymes

Talking about what you can see in the park or on the street

Counting the stairs as you go up or down

Why are the years from birth to five so special?

The years from birth to five see the greatest growth and learning for all children

Children need :

Good health

To be happy

To feel safe

To be successful

Early learning is the key to your child’s future and families make the greatest difference at this stage

Learning & Development

The EYFS Curriculum

There are seven important and inter-connected areas of learning and development which shape our curriculum

Three areas have been identified as being crucial to embed and build future learning upon These prime areas are :

Communication and language

Physical development

Personal, social and emotional development

There are then four specific areas, through which the three prime areas are strengthened and applied The specific areas are :

Literacy

Mathematics

Understanding the world

Expressive arts and design

The Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum

Communication and Language

Communication and language development involves giving children opportunities to experience a rich language environment; to develop their confidence and skills in expressing themselves; and to speak and listen in a range of situations

Physical Development

Physical development involves providing opportunities for young children to be active and interactive; and to develop their co-ordination, control, and movement Children must also be helped to understand the importance of physical activity, and to make healthy choices in relation to food

Personal, Social & Emotional Development

Personal, social and emotional development involves helping children to develop a positive sense of themselves, and others; to form positive relationships and develop respect for others; to develop social skills and learn how to manage their feelings; to understand appropriate behaviour in groups; and to have confidence in their own abilities

Literacy Development

Literacy development involves encouraging children to link sounds and letters and to begin to read and write Children must be given access to a wide range of reading materials (books, poems, and other written materials) to ignite their interest

Mathematics

Mathematics involves providing children with opportunities to develop and improve their skills in counting, understanding and using numbers, calculating simple addition and subtraction problems; and to describe shapes, spaces, and measures

Understanding the World

Understanding the World involves guiding children to make sense of their physical world and their community through opportunities to explore, observe and find out about people, places, technology and the environment

Expressive Arts and Design

Expressive Arts and Design involves enabling children to explore and play with a wide range of media and materials, as well as providing opportunities and encouragement for sharing their thoughts, ideas and feelings through a variety of activities in art, music, movement, dance, role-play, and design and technology

General Information

Absence for Illness

When a pupil is absent through illness, we ask that you contact school via the School Office

Reception Telephone Number : 0151 924 1506

Email Address : infomtps@merchanttaylors com

Parents are asked to report at once to the Head any case of infectious disease and any instance where they know that their child has been in contact with a case of infectious disease Parents are strongly urged to watch closely any child who has been in contact with infectious diseases, and to keep them at home if they seem at all unwell or show suspicious symptoms Please do not send your child in to school until 48 hours have elapsed after the last episode of vomiting or diarrhoea This is to prevent the spread of infections

If your child becomes ill whilst in our care, we will make them as comfortable as possible, isolate them from the other children if necessary and reassure them We will contact you immediately and continue to care for your child until you arrive

We are happy to administer medication, however, cannot do so, unless we receive from parents, prior written permission for each and every medicine

Absence other than Illness

All absences from school, other than illness, must have prior agreement of the Head School holidays are generous and requests for extra holidays are not encouraged The school policy is not to set work in advance for pupils in these circumstances Please complete a ‘Request for Absence Sheet’ from Mrs Avery

Daybreak Club & Sundown Club

Daybreak Club and Sundown Club are available from Monday to Friday, 7 30am until 8 20am and 3 30pm until 6 00pm respectively (term time only) To book, please speak to a member or the After Care team or phone Mrs Avery in the office on 0151 924 1506 Information on wrap around care and holiday clubs is available on our website

Newsletters

Parents receive a weekly newsletter detailing the week’s activities and giving advance notice of forthcoming events/dates The Newsletter is distributed through our learning platform, Firefly

Lunches

All pupils stay for school lunch The cost of these is added to the fees account sent to you prior to the beginning of each term The kitchen keeps a record of all special dietary requirements

Snacks

A healthy snack will be provided for your child whist they are in the Reception classes Milk will also be provided and children have free access to water as and when required You may provide your child with a bottle of water if desired

Official Administration

All pupils are expected to attend morning assembly and religious instruction unless personally excused by the Head of Stanfield, to whom written application for exemption should be made.

It would be appreciated if parents would notify the Head in writing of any change of address or telephone number. It is also essential for the School Office to have a work/mobile telephone number if parents have to be contacted in an emergency during the school day.

Parental Responsibility

In the interests of your child’s welfare and for legal reasons, the school must have accurate and up to date records on the following:

Who your child lives with and which of these people has parental responsibility

Whether there are any other people with parental responsibility who live apart from your child

Whether there are any court orders which may have made changes to those who have parental responsibility, or which impose restrictions on the exercise of parental responsibility

School is closed in emergencies

If the school cannot open, as a result of heavy and unpredicted snowfalls during the night or sudden and severe worsening of existing conditions, we shall try to warn parents early in the morning on local radio, Radio Merseyside and Radio City. Also check the schools’ website for regular updates.

Pupils’ Progress in School

We have an ‘Open-Door’ policy and parents are encouraged to liaise with their child’s Class Teacher / key person on a regular basis, to share information about their progress. We also hold two Parents’ Evenings per year and there is a written report at the end of the academic year for all pupils, detailing progress against the seven areas of learning. If there are any problems parents should contact the Class Teacher in the first instance. However, if there is a major problem, parents should make an appointment to see the Head.

Access to Records

Parents can have free access to developmental records about their child, for example, the pupil profile. Written requests must be made for personal files on pupils and providers must take into account data protection rules when disclosing records that refer to third parties.

House System

The School Houses are:

Aqua (Blue)

Terra (Green)

Sol (Yellow)

Ignis (Red)

On entry to the school each pupil is put in a House. There is a house point system in which merits and merit badges are presented to those pupils gaining the most points every Friday.

In Reception classes, pupils are awarded pompoms which are counted up at the end of each week!

Welcome

Welcome to Merchant Taylors' Girls' School; a unique and vibrant community, where pupils of all ages are encouraged and nurtured to forge their own individual and exceptional path We look forward to welcoming you into the Merchant Taylors' family very soon

Mrs B Ward Head, Merchant Taylors' Girls' School

The school day runs from:

The school day is very busy and starts promptly at 8 40am You will need to be in your Form Room with the correct equipment, wearing your school uniform appropriately and sat at your desk ready to listen to your Form Tutor at this time

Lessons

You will have a different teacher for each subject Below you will find a summary of the lesson times Special areas are used for different lessons for example the laboratories for the Sciences and the Art room for Art lessons

You will have five lessons in a day with three in the morning and two in the afternoon All lessons are 65 minutes long You will be given your own timetable of lessons on your first day Do not worry, you will soon get used to things when you have been here for a few days

Homework

Pupils will be provided with a homework timetable (Years 7 - 9) at the beginning of each school year Parents are asked to communicate with the appropriate Head of House if it is found that the homework set is consistently too much or too little for the pupil, or if it interferes in any way with their health The School uses the management information system “Firefly” to communicate matters relating to homework

Rewards & Sanctions

All pupils will start the academic year with 50 house points The house points total for each pupil will be adjusted when they receive rewards or sanctions

Pupils will lose house points for late work or poorquality work, all pupils will receive an initial warning, any subsequent late or poor-quality work will result in sanctions; every three sanctions will result in a detention and parents will be advised accordingly

The school uses the management information system ‘Firefly’ to communicate matters related to homework which all parents and pupils will receive access to

Aims

To educate the pupil in the fullest sense so that they begin to realise their academic and personal potential

To create a happy and caring environment within which pupils can develop a sense of their personal worth

To develop a clear understanding of what is right and wrong and a respect for others, to enable each pupil to make a worthwhile contribution to the community

To develop initiative, confidence, independence and self-discipline in order to meet the challenges of life

These aims can be achieved only if pupils maintain a basic code of conduct Every pupil is expected to co-operate in this respect; the good name of the School depends largely on the behaviour of individual members at all times and not only when they are directly under its jurisdicton The Head is confident that parents will wish to work together with the School to further this end

These notes contain the School’s code of conduct and the general rules binding on all members Pupils will also be expected to abide by particular instructions, which are issued for specific occasions on a day-to-day basis

The efficient daily running of the School depends on certain standard procedures of administration, which are also detailed in these notes Your cooperation in these matters will be greatly appreciated

This information will be regularly updated so please check the link on the school website Details of particular events will be sent separately i Fi fl

Small things grow in harmony

Merchant Taylors' Ethos

'Concordia Parvae Res Crescunt'

The basis of all good behaviour is a need for mutual respect Pupils attending MTGS have a right to expect a well-ordered environment which is conducive to study This right can be provided only in circumstances where all individuals accept their obligation to honour the Code of Conduct The essence lies in the 3Cs

School

is the place you come to work Make sure you always do your best Do not prevent others from learning

Treat one another with politeness, courtesy and respect Do not use language which is abusive, offensive or rude

Care for and look after the school environment, and all books and equipment

Think about your safety and that of others

Keep to the left in corridors and on stairways, and walk sensibly around the grounds Keep to the paths

Remember to bring necessary equipment to each lesson

Organise yourself and do not use forgetfulness as an excuse

Be Punctual

for registration and lessons Enter laboratories only when requested Settle quietly to the task in hand

Complete all work on time and hand in homework promptly

Code of Conduct

Care, Courtesy & Consideration

General Good Order & Behaviour

The proper functioning of the School community depends upon acceptance by all its members of the need for self-discipline, consideration for others, courtesy and tolerance In this respect the School will not tolerate bullying, i e any behaviour whether by an individual or group which causes distress to another member of the School community If, in the opinion of the Head, conduct is likely to bring discredit on the School, pupils will be punished appropriately Breaches of good manners and inappropriate behaviour IN SCHOOL AND OUTSIDE will be treated as serious breaches of the School Rules

Silence must be observed (a) at any time of emergency, e g on hearing the fire alarm, (b) in the Hall before morning assembly

Uniform must be correct and when in uniform, no jewellery, rings or make-up may be worn other than watches, one pair of plain simple earrings, or religious symbol and chain worn inside the blouse

Pupils may not smoke or drink alcohol on school premises Any member of school, who smokes, drinks or behaves inappropriately in public whilst wearing school uniform, or in non-uniform during school hours or on a school event, will be suspended immediately Any member of the School who is reasonably suspected of using drugs either inside or outside school may be permanently excluded

Food may be eaten only in the Dining Room, or approved areas

Chewing gum is forbidden

Punctuality: Strict attention should be paid to timekeeping Sanctions may be given for habitual lateness for morning and afternoon registration and lessons or failure to sign in at the Reception desk after late arrival (It is appreciated that a pupil may be delayed because of the late arrival of a school bus )

Pupils may work in the Library during lunchtimes

The use of solvent/liquid paper is forbidden by all Examination Boards and therefore should not be used in school at any time

Pupils must not run in school corridors but should walk on the left

Years 7 - 11 are not allowed mobile phones during school hours Years 7 - 9 are required to hand their phone in at reception on arrival to school Years 10 - 11 are required to keep their phones in their bags/ lockers at all times

Sanctions

Good discipline requires a framework of rules, which are sensible, defensible and clearly understood They need to be enforced by sanctions which are generally regarded as being fair

A verbal reprimand is by far the most common sanction employed

a) Sanctions will be given by the Staff to those disobeying school rules and for noisy, uncooperative or irresponsible behaviour

These are recorded on the school report b) If a pupil fails to complete/hand in homework at the appropriate time, a sanction will be issued

Members of the Sixth Form have a responsibility to report bad behaviour

Communication with Parents

In some circumstances, the School will want to inform parents of a particular breach of discipline, both to make them aware of possible repercussions and to elicit their support in ensuring things improve

Suspension from School

This is regarded as a very serious punishment Its length depends on the seriousness of the offence and in all cases parents are informed in writing and invited to discuss the situation with the Head

Exclusion

In certain very rare circumstances, it may be necessary for a pupil to be excluded permanently from School This would arise: i) if the pupil concerned had been punished on a number of occasions culminating in suspension and had been given a final warning; ii) for a single isolated very serious offence, any decision to exclude a pupil permanently will be taken only after they have been interviewed and following consultation with parents

Entrance should be via the Main School entrance

Pupils who feel unwell must report to Reception or a member of staff

No school bags or belongings should be left in any public area or corridor

It is expected that each member of the School will have proper regard for her own and others’ property Text books may be backed and ALL books (including exercise books) must be treated with CARE School equipment (apparatus, pianos, electrical equipment) should never be used without permission Any damage to fittings or furniture should be reported at once Where there is negligence the cost of repair or replacement may be borne by the pupils concerned

All uniform and personal property used in school (e g hockey sticks, instruments etc ) MUST BE CLEARLY MARKED with the owner ’ s name

Borrowing is strictly forbidden and desks and lockers are to be regarded as private Losses must be notified quickly to Form Tutors and lost property checked

It is forbidden to sit on window sills or radiators, to write on any board without permission, or to interfere with any electronic equipment

ICT Acceptable Use Policy

The ICT department, its resources and its staff are committed to providing an excellent service to staff and pupils The facilities exist to support the aims and objectives of the school and as such must be treated with respect at all times The computer facilities are available in lesson times but also, through the department’s open access ’ policy, pupils can use the facilities at breaks and lunchtimes All pupils and their parents are asked to sign an Acceptable Use Policy which outlines how the ICT facilities at school should and should not be used and the responsibilities of all those who use the facilities

A copy of the full policy is available on the School website at www merchantaylors com/senior-pupils/keyinformation/ policies or a printed copy is available on request

Security & Safety

SCHOOL CANNOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR MONEY/VALUABLES WHICH ARE NOT PROPERLY SAFEGUARDED

Money must NEVER be left in cloakrooms or form rooms It should be carried by the pupil in a purse or zip pocket Large amounts of money must be handed either to the Office or to a member of staff

P E lessons: valuables must be handed to the P E staff before the lesson begins

Years 7 - 11 are not allowed mobile phones during school hours Years 7 - 9 are required to hand their phone in at reception on arrival to school Years 10 - 11 are required to keep their phones in their bags/lockers at all times Mobile phones may be brought into school on the strict understanding that it is at the owner ’ s risk

Personal items such as mobile telephones and iPods are to be used only in appropriate circumstances and are the responsibility of the individual pupil

No pupil should arrive in school before 8 00 a m Staff cannot accept responsibility before this time

No pupil may go out of school at any time during school hours without permission from a member of staff

After School

No pupil below the Sixth Form may remain in school after 4 30 p m (except for late lessons, practices etc )

Personal Items

The Governors are unable to accept responsibility for lost property or for the insurance of pupils’ clothing and effects while at school They have decided that the responsibility for such insurance cover must rest with parents, and not with the school

All damage to school property or loss of school books must be made good at the pupil’s expense Any expense incurred as a result of damage to school property or loss of school books must be borne by the pupil

Borrowing of equipment and clothing is strictly forbidden All pupils are expected to look after their property and to claim their belongings quickly from Lost Property

All uniform and personal equipment must be clearly marked with the owner ’ s name and kept so marked This precaution serves the interest of all Parents are asked to help eliminate borrowing by checking their child’s uniform from time to time and by ensuring that they have all that they need

What to do IF ..

Illness or Absence

When your pupil is ill, Reception should be informed by telephone (0151 924 3140) ON THE FIRST DAY OF ABSENCE, and before 10 00 am each day for the duration of the absence Reception is open from 8 00am

Parents are asked to report at once to the Head/Head of House or School Nurse any case of infectious disease and any instance where they know that their pupil has been in contact with a case of infectious disease, even if they would not be normally quarantined A pupil returning to school after suffering from an infectious disease should bring with them a certificate from their doctor, stating that they are free from infection and fit to attend school Parents are strongly urged to watch closely any pupil who has been in contact with infectious disease, and to keep them at home if they seems at all unwell or shows suspicious symptoms

Medicines

The School must be advised when pupils are required to take prescribed medicines in school A request (using the appropriate form) must be made to the School Nurse for the medicine to be administered, and the medicine kept in the Medical room

A pupil cannot attend school

Any planned absence (family bereavement, medical etc) should be presented using the online form available through Firefly at least 3 days before the desired absence Appointments for routine visits to the dentist, optician etc, should be made out of school hours or during the school holidays if possible

Out of School Activities

The permission of the Head must be sought before a pupil takes part, during term time, in any kind of entertainment outside school, which involves them in several rehearsals and performances, whether performing or helping with productions An Entertainment Licence, issued by the Local Education Authority, is usually required which should be requested via the Head who will make the necessary arrangements all work on time and hand in homework promptly

There is a change of address

The School Office together with the Form Tutor, should be informed in writing as soon as possible of any change of address or emergency contact number An email to the office is also acceptable

Email : infomtgs@merchanttaylors com

School is closed in emergencies

If the School cannot open, for any unforeseen event, we will post such information on the School website / Facebook page, Firefly and Twitter account

When the School opens, despite bad conditions, lessons will begin as soon as possible and continue as usual Pupils may be dismissed early to enable them to make their way home in reasonable time

School buses may leave early

THE DAY AFTER any emergency closure it should be assumed that school is open unless informed to the contrary via the School website

ALL PUPILS, wherever they live, should have either the telephone number of a parent, relative or family friend so that they may be informed of any emergency arrangements (e g early closure and receive instructions from that adult, or they should be authorised by their parents to travel to a friend’s home, should an emergency arise, to await the arrival of their parent(s) If they have parental permission to leave early, they must be able to gain access at home

NO PUPIL will receive authorisation from school to leave the premises until staff are assured that they have a house to go to and that there are no foreseeable problems Those who have to remain in school to await transport will normally be assembled in the main building so that messages may be delivered as quickly as possible Some members of staff will be on duty until all pupils have left

Welcome to MTBS

Welcome

Welcome to Merchant Taylors' Boys' School; a highly progressive school, always seeking to improve what we do for pupils in our care We combine an emphasis on traditional educational values with a caring and forward thinking approach We look forward to seeing you soon and welcoming the next generation of Merchants' boys

Taylors' Boys' School

Mr D Williams Head, Merchant

The school day runs from:

8 40am to 4 00pm Monday to Friday with 65 minute lessons The School operates a two-week timetable, alternating between Week A and Week B TENDO activities will take place every Friday afternoon in Week B You will also have a Games session every week

Drop-off and collection:

Due to problems of access and congestion at the main gate pupils must not be brought into school nor picked up inside the school gates The main school gate is closed daily Monday to Friday from 15:55 to 16:10 The School reserves the right to close the gate at other times in order to ensure the safety of its pupils and staff For safety reasons, parents are asked not to stop their cars within 50 metres of the Main Gate

Attendance

No pupil may be absent from school (except in the case of illness) unless the permission of the Head has previously been obtained

School cannot condone extra holidays during term time Official holiday periods are very generous and are published well in advance All such absences will be unauthorised Absence on the first or last days of term without an excuse of illness, or other unavoidable necessity, is considered an unauthorised absence

Lunch & Break Times

There is a tuck shop in the Dining Room during break time You must queue in an orderly fashion on the Library stairs and listen to the instructions of the staff on duty You must eat your break time snack in the Dining Room and place any litter in the bins provided

If you are not in the Dining Room, you may spend your break time in your Form Room or in one of the play areas You will have an allocated time at which you should take your lunch – these will be displayed in Form Rooms Please stick to these times You must queue in an orderly fashion on your allocated stairs (Library end) and listen to the instructions of the staff on duty After your lunch, please return your dirty plates / cutlery to the kitchen and leave your table in a tidy condition If you do not have any extracurricular activities, you are free to spend your lunch time as you wish Remember that, unless you are in the Sixth Form, you may not leave the premises

Use of a Form Room is a privilege Please remember that Form Rooms are also teaching rooms and you must leave them in perfect condition so that lessons can go ahead in the correct atmosphere Do not eat in your form room – misbehaviour, untidiness or vandalism may result in this privilege being removed

If you are playing with a football, it must be a soft, plastic ball, not a leather panelled ball Rugby balls may be passed from the hand, but not kicked

The School field will be available for playing on during the Summer Term However, you must respect the work of the grounds staff and the cricket coaches If you are asked to vacate the field, you must do so immediately Trainers must be worn when playing on the field – do not play in your socks

Disability Statement

Merchant Taylors’ is a selective academic school and a prospective pupil’s admission depends upon them meeting the criteria required

The School must be reasonably sure that it can educate and develop each prospective pupil to the best of their potential, commensurate with the standards achieved by their peers By achieving the above criteria the School intends that each pupil will have a successful and fulfilled school career that will lead to them being a welleducated, well-rounded individual when they leave

All of the above apply to every pupil and potential pupil, regardless of any disability they may have, provided the School is aware of the disability The School acknowledges its obligation to make reasonable adjustments and recognises that these should not put any disabled pupil or potential pupil at a substantial disadvantage

Parents must have included any disability their child may have on the application form, which must be completed as the first stage in the entrance procedure In assessing any prospective pupil the School may seek further advice and assessment it regards as appropriate and reasonable Confidentiality will be respected

Having been accepted the School will respect any requests for confidentiality from parents and also from pupils if the School reasonably believes that the parent/pupil understand what is being requested and its effects

The School will make adjustments to enable all pupils to access the educational and associated services of the School within what it considers to be reasonable and safe

llness or Injury during the School day

If you become unwell during the school day, are injured or see someone else who is injured, go to Reception and inform the Receptionist of your illness / injury The School Nurse may be on site to offer assistance If she is off site, the Receptionist will look after you It may be necessary to contact a parent / guardian, which will happen from Reception You must never leave the site to go home without first consulting the School Nurse or Receptionist, even if a parent / guardian comes to collect you

If you or someone near you has an accident, get help straight away Go to the Common Room, Reception or find any member of staff If you need First Aid, someone will always be available to help you Always tell a teacher if you have hurt yourself in school

Extra Curricular Commitment

Saturday is very much part of the school week during term time and we expect pupils to be available to represent the school when selected Details of fixtures can be found in the school calendar, the website and individual sports’ fixture lists There will occasionally be an event for which a pupil will have to miss a Saturday such as a wedding With suitable notice provisions can be made to fill the gap and thereby give someone else the opportunity However, requests for absence which are either late, or for relatively insignificant events such as a party, are contrary to our team ethic or will be looked upon extremely unfavourably We would ask parents to send a letter detailing any unavailability to the teacher in charge of that team, and as near to the start of the term as possible and with a minimum requirement of 2 weeks’ notice

Aims

Merchant Taylors’ has been educating pupils on Merseyside since 1620 We are proud of our history and we are committed to upholding the heritage and principles of the school through this ethos

At MTBS, we aim to develop well-educated, wellrounded and caring young men who will play a significant role in society They will become good men, good husbands, good fathers; they will be good team members as well as leaders and above all, they will seek to be positive influencers, wherever they find themselves We have high expectations of our young men and we expect them to share these expectations

MTBS is a warm and caring community where people are prepared to go the extra mile to help one another Above all else, we want pupils to be happy Happy pupils will thrive, participate in the abundance of opportunities on offer and respect the School community and all that it is trying to achieve

Our aim is ‘The rigorous pursuit of excellence, inside and outside the classroom, combined with a passionate concern for each individual ’ This is achieved when pupils, parents, and staff work together in harmony – living out our school motto

I hope that you will find these notes helpful, containing, as they do, the School’s Code of Conduct and the general rules binding on all members The notes also contain instructions and advice on administrative procedures Your cooperation in these matters is greatly appreciated as it helps in the smooth running of the School

Please do keep this booklet for future reference, as I hope that you will find it helpful You can also expect to receive information on a regular basis giving details of particular events and activities; efly (our learning ), in the termly diary, in and on the School questions, please do 51 928 3308

'Concordia Parvae Res Crescunt'

Small things grow in harmony

Merchant Taylors' Ethos

This Code of Conduct is a summary of the principles which underpin our detailed school rules It is expected that all pupils will adhere to this code

Code of Conduct

Be respectful of other pupils and staff, of school property and of the heritage and reputation of Merchant Taylors’ School

Be courteous

there is no place for an unkind word or deed Go out of your way to offer help and support

Work hard

in lessons, in rehearsals, on the games field, to be polite to others

Care, Courtesy & Consideration

Banned Substances

Merchant Taylors’ School is a no smoking site

Regardless of where you are, you must never smoke or vape when you are wearing your school uniform nor when you are representing the School in any way (at a sports fixture, on a school trip etc) This is to maintain the reputation of the School

You must never be in possession of alcohol on the school site or on school trips However, we would like to encourage you to develop a healthy attitude towards alcohol consumption On occasion, it may be acceptable for you to drink a small amount of alcohol at a school function or on a school trip However, the following must be adhered to:

Your alcohol consumption must be legal (at your age) in the country you are in We must have parental permission for you to do so

Your consumption of alcohol must be supervised by staff

Whilst representing the School (on site, in uniform or at a fixture or school trip), you must never be in possession of:

Any illegal substance

Any so called “legal high”

Knives or any other weapon

Fireworks or explosives

Pornographic material (printed or electronic)

Staff have the right to search you or your possessions without your permission if they have reasonable grounds to suspect that you are in possession of any of the above You are not permitted to sell foodstuffs, stationery or other items for your own benefit or profit However, charity bake sales and the like are perfectly acceptable

Language and conduct

The ethos of Merchant Taylors’ School includes respect for our community Therefore, it is unacceptable to use foul, obscene or offensive language which may be hurtful to another person Remember that the acid test here is how a comment is perceived by the person to whom it is directed, not how it is intended by the person who made it

Litter

The grounds and buildings at Merchant Taylors’ School are an asset We want to present them at their best at all times We all have a role to play in keeping the site clean and tidy Do not drop litter; use the bins provided If you see litter lying around, pick it up and place it in a bin

Bags

During the school day there will be upwards of 600 bags on site You will appreciate that you cannot simply drop your bag anywhere – a collection of bags in a corridor or at the bottom of a stairwell is a fire hazard

So:

Use the bag racks which are provided around the school

You may leave your bag in your Form Room during break time or lunch time while you are in the Dining Room or on one of the play areas

Do not leave bags in any corridor – notices are posted to remind you of this Do not move anyone else’s bag

When you collect your bag, take care to ensure that it is yours

As with all of your property, you should make sure that your name is on your bag

Mobile Phones

Merchant Taylors’ Boys’ School has a mobile phone policy which should be adhered to at all times In outline, this policy states:

Mobile phones should never be used while you are walking around the site, nor in public areas (Dining Room, Sports Hall, Library, Williams Hall etc)

Mobile devices must never be used to photograph nor to take video footage of pupils or staff during the school day, unless under the direct supervision of a member of staff (e g in PE lessons, Drama etc)

You will have access to your phone at the end of the school day, should you need to make contact with parents over travel arrangements etc

You will gain more privileges as you get older and become more experienced in acceptable use of mobile phones

Lower School (Years 7-9) and Middle School (Years 10 & 11)

There is no restriction on Lower School boys bringing mobile phones to school

From the time that a Lower School pupil enters the school site at the beginning of the day to the time that he leaves at the end of the day, his mobile phone must be switched off and in his blazer pocket or stored securely in his locker

Lower School pupils must not use their mobile phones during the school day This includes a ban on their use at break time and during the lunch break

Lower School pupils may be asked to use their mobile phones by a member of staff as part of an academic lesson – they must switch off the phone and return it to their blazer pocket at the end of this lesson

Lower School pupils may use their phones on the school bus on journeys to and from school At the end of the day, they may use their phone outside the school gates to contact their parents or on their homeward journey

Sixth Form

There is no restriction on Sixth Form pupils bringing mobile phones into school

Sixth Form pupils may have access to their phones at any time during the day, but this must be discreet In practice, this means restricting use to times when they are in their form room, in the Sixth Form Centre, or off the school site

Sixth Form pupils may be asked to use their mobile phones by a member of staff as part of an academic lesson – they must switch off the phone and return it to their blazer pocket at the end of this lesson

Sixth Form pupils may use their phones on the school bus during journeys to and from school At the end of the day, they may use their phone outside the school gates to contact their parents or on their homeward journey

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