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PARENT HANDBOOK

2017 – 2018

Christ the King College provides a Christian education

underpinned by the example of Jesus and His teachings and

values. We seek to honour God and love our neighbours in all that

we do, say and publicly stand for. Christ the King College is a

witness to God’s love and hope to an imperfect world. Our

distinctively Christian and inclusive foundation underpins this

commitment.

PARENT HANDBOOK

2017 – 2018

Christ the King College provides a Christian education

underpinned by the example of Jesus and His teachings and

values. We seek to honour God and love our neighbours in all that

we do, say and publicly stand for. Christ the King College is a

witness to God’s love and hope to an imperfect world. Our

distinctively Christian and inclusive foundation underpins this

commitment.

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Contents

Letter from the Principal 4 Letter from the Chair of Governors 5 College Information 6 The Mission Statement and College Prayer 7 Ethos Statement 8 Foundational Principles 9 Aims of Christ the King College 10 Christian Ethos and Worship 11 The Governing Body 12 Key College Staff 13 Term Dates 14 College Uniform Y7-11 15 Sixth Form Dress Code 16 Christ the King College Curriculum 18 Homework 18 Show my Homework 19 Reporting and Parent Consultations 19 Parent Consultation Booking System 20 Equipment required for all Examinations 20 Exam Conduct 21 Communication with Parents 22 Payments Facility 23 Cashless Catering 23 Free School Meals Entitlement 23 College Building Fund 24 Financial Support 24 Contact Details 24 Signing In and Out 25 Medicines 25 Absence 25 Medical Appointments during the College day 26 Appearance and Personal Items 26 Personal Equipment 26 Mobile Phones 27 Lost Property 27 The College Student Council 27 Extra Curricular Activities 27 House System 28 Student Planners 28 Lockers 29 Bottles for Water 29 Telephone calls to change arrangements for going home 29 Car parking at the College 29 College Administration 29 The Main College Reception 29 The College Chaplain 30 Student Services 30 Inclusion 30

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Complaints 31 Message from School Transport 32 College Policies 34 Living and Learning Together 34 Home College Agreement 34 ICT Acceptable Use 34 Parental Permission for Photographs 34 Christian Denominational Census 35 Emergency Conditions 35 Parent Consent for Visits and Off-Site Activities 36 Student Friendly Anti-bullying Policy 37 Living and Learning Together Policy 39 Behaviour and Relationships 40 The College Code 41 Home College Agreement Policy 42 ICT Acceptable Use 2017-2018 43 Safeguarding Information for Parents 44 College Maps 45

Teaching is typically good, with examples of outstanding practice. Teachers are committed to creating a positive climate where students can do their best.

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Welcome from the Principal

Dear Parent

It is a pleasure and a privilege to welcome you and your child to Christ the King College. You are joining us at a very exciting time. Christ the King College is the first and only Christian Secondary School on the Isle of Wight and this enables children to receive a Christian based education through to 18 years of age. I am delighted to welcome you into our College community and I look forward to a long and productive partnership with you. There is practical information to share, questions to be answered and new staff to meet. I hope this booklet will be a helpful guide for your child and yourself to become increasingly familiar with our College, our ethos and our expectations. The Parent Handbook has been produced to ensure that you have easy access to important information, but do not hesitate to contact us at any time if you have any queries At the beginning of the Autumn Term, you will receive a College Calendar showing the main events of the year although it is obviously updated periodically. For existing parents, this Handbook should be a helpful reminder of our expectations and procedures. Finally, I hope that your child enjoys a happy, safe and successful time at Christ the King College, growing, living, thriving and learning with us in our Christian, caring community that we strive to maintain.

Yours sincerely Mrs Pat Goodhead

Principal

The Principal is an inspirational leader and is unstinting in seeking excellence in all of the

College’s work.

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Welcome from the Chairman of Governors

Dear Parent Welcome to Christ the King College. This is a really special place. It is a privilege to be part of what is an exciting time in the nurturing of the new College founded from two distinguished schools. Positivity pervades the environment, encouraging every student to reach their highest potential in all aspects of their lives. God is at the centre of all we do and we seek to follow the example of Christ the King in loving and respecting one another. We believe that not only every child matters but in our College everyone matters. Christ the King College is the place where your child will blossom and will become suitably equipped with the gospel values for life.

Yours in Christ, David Lisseter

Chairman of Governors Christ the King College

The Principal, governors and key leaders are relentless in their drive for excellence and are

bringing about rapid improvements. Their high expectations are evident.

Governors are knowledgeable and skilled to carry out their duties.

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College Information

Address: Christ the King College

Wellington Road Newport Isle of Wight PO30 5QT Tel: 01983 537070 ext 1 – Student Services, Years 7, 8 and 9 ext 2 – Student Services, Years 10 and 11 ext 3 – Sixth Form Centre ext 4 – Principal’s Office ext 5 – Admissions ext 6 – Inclusion Department ext 7 – Finance ext 8 – Main College Reception Fax: 01983 537080

E.mail: admin@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk (for general

enquiries and contacting the Principal, the Senior Leadership Team and Staff)

studentservices@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk (for any student related enquiry, issue, concern or absence)

Web Site: www.christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk Principal: Mrs Pat Goodhead Chair of Governors: Mr David Lisseter

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The Mission Statement

We believe that Jesus Christ is the Way, the Truth, and the Life

Via Veritas Vita

We seek to be inspired by His teaching within our College and reflect His love and values as we live and learn together in our community.

College Prayer

Christ be with me, Christ within me

Christ behind me, Christ before me

Christ beside me, Christ to win me

Christ to comfort me and restore me,

Christ beneath me, Christ above me,

Christ in quiet, Christ in danger

Christ in hearts of all that love me,

Christ in mouth of friend and stranger

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JOINT COLLEGE – ETHOS STATEMENT

The college is founded on a formal ‘ethos statement’, agreed by the Church of England Diocese of Portsmouth and the Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth. It defines the nature and purpose of the college. ETHOS Jesus Christ is the way, the truth and the life. Inspired by his teaching, Christ the King College is a joint Church of England and Catholic college, providing a Christian education underpinned by Gospel values and reflecting both Church of England and Catholic traditions. It operates under the auspices of both the Church of England and Catholic Dioceses of Portsmouth. It is to be conducted in accordance with the canon law and teachings of the Catholic Church and the principles and practices of the Church of England. In particular, religious education and religious worship are to be in accordance with: the tenets, teaching and practice of the Church of England; the tenets, teaching and practice of the Catholic Church. Christian values and principles will permeate all aspects of the life of the college. In particular, the college will: serve its community by providing the highest quality education in the context of Christian beliefs and practice and in partnership with its founding Churches at parish, diocesan and national level; offer an experience of Christian community living; promoting respect for self and others, an awareness of moral imperatives and an informed social conscience; foster co-operation between Christian Churches and promote the common good of society as a whole.

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JOINT COLLEGE – FOUNDATIONAL PRINCIPLES

The College is founded on the following principles:

Principle of Distinctiveness and Inclusiveness

We intend the College to be distinctively Christian and inclusive. We seek the Christian understanding of life and human experience for all

members of the College. Gospel values, as they have been handed down through the Catholic and

Church of England traditions, will underpin College life. We are confident in our Christian faith, respecting people with other faiths

and people who have no specific faith. We wish to include in the College those who are committed to participate in the

life of a Christian educational community.

Principle of Integrity and Authenticity

We intend the College to be a community marked by integrity and authenticity. We confirm as central to College life all that is held in common between the

traditions of the Church of England and the Catholic Church. We wish to explain clearly and sympathetically to all members of the College

areas of divergence between the two traditions. We wish to discern the truth with humility. We respect the teaching authority of the Bishops.

Principle of Interconnectedness

We respect the ways in which all areas of life and faith are connected with each other.

Faith, life and culture reflect the wholeness of God’s creation. We aim to reflect that wholeness.

Christian values and principles should permeate all aspects of the life of the College.

The wholeness of learning will be emphasised in our educational policy in order to show the interrelationship between the religious and the secular.

Principle of Witness

We are witnesses to Christ. We intend to be signs of God’s love and hope to an imperfect world. We will reach out to others in a spirit of dialogue and collaboration. We will promote the common good.

Principle of Balance

We seek to be a well balanced community. The Dioceses of both the Church of England and the Catholic Church will be

involved equally in the College and will assume joint responsibility for the College.

Such equality will be reflected in the structures and practices of the College.

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Aims of Christ the King College

1. We strive to provide an outstanding and challenging educational experience, based on personal interests and needs, through which Christ’s message will be at the centre of all we do and the foundation on which we foster our dreams in order to produce happy, successful citizens of the 21st century.

2. Our vision is for an educational establishment that aspires to social, physical, emotional and spiritual growth alongside outstanding academic achievement and opportunities to learn at all levels.

3. We aim to create a caring, Christian learning environment where all students and staff are valued and achieve to the best of their ability, extending their horizons beyond their expectations

4. We aim to make every child feel special in a safe, happy, caring and family

environment in which staff and students will benefit from a pastoral care network that will make their working and learning environment a happy and fulfilling place to be.

5. We aim to have high expectations of all our students in all aspects of College life, providing them with a happy, safe environment within which we encourage creativity, motivation and aspiration, thus becoming confident, independent adults prepared for all the challenges of their lives.

6. We aim to inspire all students to be life-long learners, allowing each student to be well rounded individuals and excellent citizens of our College community.

7. We aim to empower everyone in the College to develop their strengths and

reach their full potential through the provision of a wide range of opportunities for the students and the staff.

8. We aim to nurture the whole College community in a Christian environment,

knowing God’s love, acting as active members of, and a beacon to, the wider community.

9. We aim to respect and develop the Christian ethos, having a commitment to the fundamental principles of both denominations, respecting differences, celebrating diversity and encouraging spiritual growth.

10. We aim to recognise the significant impact that parents and guardians have on the life of the College and integrate them fully in the College community.

We aspire to

inspire

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Christian Ethos and Worship

Worship lies at the heart of Christ the King College. Throughout the term, we

worship together as Tutor Groups, Houses, Year groups, as well as a whole College.

We will start and close each day with prayer.

We wish to use the gifts of those both within and outside of the College to lead us in our worship of our Heavenly Father.

Each week has a theme for the worship, which is part of a three-year cycle. This theme is published on the College Calendar and in the Parents’ Bulletin.

Mass and Holy Communion services take place each half term, usually towards the end of the first week back. Parents and members of the community are welcome to attend.

In the Autumn Term, the College gathers for “Founder’s Day”, on the Friday before the Feast of Christ the King. Mass and Holy Communion for students take place in the Spring and Summer Terms.

Students contribute to the worship life of the College by preparing and leading worship in groups. This Act of Worship usually takes the week’s theme as its basis, although occasionally students offer other ideas. The group can use the gifts of dance, music and art to present a reflective time, including prayers and readings.

Each week, there are prayers that are used within the College, and one of these is shared in the Parents’ Bulletin. Additionally, Form Tutors may use ‘bidding prayers’ or ‘Intercessions’.

Before an examination formally, a prayer is said for the students by one of the staff or an invigilator.

There is a College Chaplain and a small Chaplaincy Team that looks to support students in their consideration of care for each other and support for individuals.

Students’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development promotes very good

relationships.

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The Governing Body Christ the King College is fortunate to have a dedicated Governing Body which is committed to supporting the College, its students and its staff.

Mrs Pat Goodhead Principal

Mr David Lisseter Chair of Governors

Foundation (Church of England Diocese)

David Callendar Vice Chair of Governors

Foundation (Catholic Diocese)

Mr Andrew Munn Foundation (Catholic Diocese)

Rev Kevin Arkell Foundation (Church of England Diocese)

Mr Robin Attwood Foundation (Catholic Diocese)

Mr James Bremridge Foundation (Church of England Diocese)

Vacancy Foundation (Catholic Diocese)

Mrs Karen Edwards Foundation (Church of England Diocese)

Mrs Elizabeth Burden Foundation (Catholic Diocese)

Vacancy Foundation (Church of England Diocese)

Mr Stuart Brenchley Teaching Staff

Mrs Sarah Paynter Co-opted

Mrs Teresa Williams Parents

Mr Dominic Crouch Parents

Mrs Patience Kapuya Parents

Mr Steve Hunt Parents

Mrs Caroline Morris Local Authority

Mrs Donna Robertson Clerk to Governors

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Key College Staff Mrs Pat Goodhead Principal pat.goodhead@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk Mr David Goodhead Vice Principal david.goodheadh@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk Mr Ryan Williams Vice Principal ryan.williams@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk Mr Alan Bushnell Assistant Principal alan.bushnell@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk Mr Andrew Sutton Assistant Principal andrew.sutton@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk Mr Stuart Gurney Assistant Principal stuart.gurney@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk Miss Jane Shyvers Assistant Principal jane.shyvers@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk Ms Lisa Brinton Assistant Principal lisa.brinton@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk Mr Rajiv Sidhu Assistant Principal rajiv.sidhu@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk Mrs Kathrin Williams College Business Manager kathrin.williams@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk Ms Annette Duxbury Associate Assistant Principal annette.duxbury@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk Mrs Hayley Conway-Hughes Head of Sixth Form hayley.conway@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk Mr Richard Clark Head of Upper College richard.clark@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk Miss Kate Calloway Head of Lower College kate.calloway@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk Mrs Amanda White Transition Manager amanda.white@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk Mrs Michele Linnell College SENCO michele.linnell@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk

College Routine

The College day is as follows: Registration - 09.00 am - 09.05 am Collective Act of Worship - 09.05 am - 09.25 am Lesson 1 - 09.25 am - 10.15 am Lesson 2 - 10.15 am - 11.05 am Morning Break - 11.05 am - 11.25 am Lesson 3 - 11.25 am - 12.15 am Lesson 4 - 12.15 am - 13.05 am Lunch - 01.05 pm - 02.00 pm

Lesson 5 - 02.00 pm - 02.50 pm Lesson 6 - 02.50 pm - 03.40 pm

The overwhelming majority of students exhibit positive attitudes to learning and are keen to do well. They often show resilience and a

determination to succeed. They (students) make their way promptly to lessons and move in an orderly fashion around the College. They behave well and stay

safe when moving between the two sites.

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Term Dates 2017 - 2018 Autumn Term – Tuesday 5th September – Thursday 21st December 2017

Mon 4th September - Staff Development Day Tuesday 5th September - Term Starts for all students Thurs 7th & Fri 8th September - Individual Student Photographs Thurs 21st September - Year 6 Open Evening for September 2018 intake Wed 4th October - Year 12/13 Parents’ Consultation Evening Wed 18th October - Year 7 Parents’ Consultation Evening 1

Half Term - Monday 23rd October – Tuesday 31st October 2017

Thurs 2nd November - Year 7 Parents’ Consultation Evening 2 Mon 6th November - Sixth Form Open Evening 1 Wed 15th November - Year 10 Parents’ Consultation Evening 1 Thurs 23rd November - Year 10 Parents’ Consultation Evening 2 Monday 18th December - Year 11 Revision Strategy Evening Thurs 21st December - Last Day of Term

Spring Term - Thursday 4th January – Friday Wednesday 28th March 2018

Thurs 4th January - Term starts Wed 10th January - Year 8 Parents’ Consultation Evening 1 Thurs 18th January - Year 8 Parents’ Consultation Evening 2 Thurs 1st February - Year 9 Options Evening Tues 6th February - Year 13 Parents’ Consultation Evening

Half Term - Monday 12th February – Friday 16th February 2018

Thurs 22nd February - Year 9 Parents’ Consultation Evening 1 Wed 28th February - Year 9 Parents’ Consultation Evening 2 Tues 20th March - Sixth Form Open Evening 2 Tues 27th March - Year 12 Parents’ Consultation Evening Wed 28th March - Last Day of Term

Summer Term - Monday 16th April – Friday 20th July 2018

Mon 16th April - Term Starts Mon 7th May - Bank Holiday - College closed

Half Term - Monday 28th May - Friday 1st June 2018

Thurs 14th June - Year 5 Parents’ Information Evening Wed 27th June - Year 6 New Parents’ Evening Thurs 28th & Fri 29th June - Year 6 Transition Days Fri 20th July - Last Day of Term Thurs 16th August - GCE (AS/A2) Results Day Thurs 23rd August - GCSE Results Day Development Days Monday, 4th September 2017 Monday, 30th and Tuesday, 31st October 2017 Thursday 29th March 2018 Monday, 23rd July 2018

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College Uniform Years 7-11

The College has an attractive uniform which identifies our students. We thank parents for their co-operation in maintaining high standards – especially when faced with the strong pressures of the fashion world. The uniform list is given below.

All items should be purchased from the College’s uniform supplier Boys’ Uniform Girls’ Uniform Plain grey trousers Plain grey skirt or trousers White College shirt White College blouse College tie Purple College blazer Purple College blazer Grey College jumper (optional) Grey College jumper (optional) Black or grey socks Grey socks or tights Black formal shoes Black formal shoes (black trainers are not acceptable) (black trainers are not acceptable) PE and Games Black and Purple College Polo-Shirt Black and Purple College Polo-Shirt Black College shorts Black College shorts or skort Black College hooded sweatshirt Black College hooded sweatshirt Black College tracksuit pants (optional) Black College tracksuit pants (optional) Black/purple socks Black/purple socks Trainers & Football boots Trainers (Football boots optional) The College is also offering its own rugby shirts and hooded training tops as well as other items such as outdoor coats, backpacks etc

Simmonds Uniform Shop Opening times Mondays 08.00 – 10.00

Tuesday/Wednesday 13.00 – 14.00 Thursdays 16.00 – 17.00

Email address ctk@simmonds-ltd.com Telephone number 01983 539478 Supplier’s Website www.simmonds.ltd.com A full list of uniform items and prices can also be found at our On-Line Shop (Simmonds) www.simmonds.ltd.com or via the link at the top of the College Uniform page on the College website. The uniform can be purchased online via the web link (with free postage and packaging) or at the Uniform Shop on the Lower College site.

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Sixth Form College Dress Code As stated in the full Sixth Form Prospectus, the high standards of appearance expected across the 11-16 phase of the College continue into the Sixth Form. Whilst students are no longer required to wear the distinctive uniform of the main College, they are expected to dress in accordance with the Sixth Form Dress Code established through consultation with students, staff, parents and governors. The College is proud of our outstanding Sixth Form and the reputation it has in the community and beyond. Our policy is that the dress code of our Sixth Form reflects the formality of our school, the professionalism of a formal work setting and the appropriate role modelling for our younger students. We hope that students will be proud of their dress code and comfortable wearing it. Please note that there will be further consultation regarding a summer dress code later in the year. Normal day-to-day Dress Code

Black College jacket optional *

Dark coloured trousers, skirt or dress – black, dark grey or navy

Tights – opaque black or skin coloured – to be worn with skirts and dresses

Light coloured shirt/blouse/smart top - shirts to be tucked in

Jumper/cardigan optional – black or dark grey

Smart, dark coloured shoes – heels should be no higher than 3”

The following items of clothing are NOT permitted in the normal day-to-day dress code: Tops:

× No bold patterns or large embroidery

× No t-shirts or polo shirts

× No off the shoulder or strapped tops

× No tops which show midriffs, are low cut or are open at the back

× No hoodies, tracksuit jumpers or fleeces

× No bralettes/bras on show

Bottoms:

× No denim of any colour

× No coloured, patterned or fishnet tights

× No skirts of unsuitable length such as miniskirts - no shorter than 3” above the knee

× No leggings

× No knee high socks

× No playsuits/jumpsuits

Footwear

Shoes should be leather or suede material

× No trainers

× No sandals or flip flops

Accessories/other: Nail varnish (plain only)

Make up is permitted but should be natural and discrete

1 pair of small stud earrings is permitted

Hats are permitted whilst outdoors but should be removed on entering the building

× No hoop earrings, large studs or facial piercings

× No visible tattoos

× No extreme or bright hair colours or styles (natural colours only)

× No transparent clothing

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Formal Occasions On certain occasions, students will be asked to wear formal Sixth Form attire. Students will always receive at least 24 hours’ notice of this requirement and are advised that formal dress will be required whenever representing the Sixth Form, for example at competitions, performances and all other formal events. Formal Dress Code:

Black Jacket * with pin badge – purchased from Big Wight T-Shirt Black Trousers or

Black Pencil Skirt * – purchased from Big Wight T-Shirt Tights (opaque black or skin coloured) White shirt or blouse College purple tie or scarf – purchased from Big Wight T-Shirt

* The black College jacket has been chosen to reflect the maturity of the Sixth Form students and is not a traditional school blazer. Similarly, the black College pencil skirt is the only skirt that is permitted for the formal dress code and has been sourced in consultation with students. The jacket and skirt must be purchased from The Big Wight T-Shirt Company who have ensured the quality and value for money of these items. They are not embroidered with the College logo to ensure that they can be used outside of the College for employment/University interviews or other such occasions. Students will be provided with a Christ the King College pin badge which should be worn on the jacket for formal occasions.

Sports

If students have chosen a PE / Sport related course, they will be expected to follow the normal dress code to and from College. Sportswear should be brought with them and only changed into in College for their Sport related lessons. A College polo-shirt and hooded sweatshirt have been chosen specifically for the Sixth Form and are available to purchase from Big Wight T-Shirt. These items can be personalised with the course name and students’ initials. Black shorts or tracksuit pants and white trainers should be worn.

- n.b this does not apply to the Southampton Football Club Extended Diploma students. The Big Wight T-Shirt Co. is open Monday – Friday from 9.00 am – 5.00 pm and on Saturdays by prior arrangement. Alternatively, you can purchase online at: http://www.bigwight.com/christ-the-king-college/

Daish Way Dodnor Industrial Estate Newport Isle of Wight PO30 5XB Tel: 01983 532333

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Christ the King College Curriculum Key Stage 3/Key Stage 4 At Christ the King College, we provide a broad and balanced curriculum. The Year 7 Curriculum offers students the opportunity to develop and deepen their understanding of English, Mathematics and Science. All students in Year 7 will also study Religious Education and a Language throughout their time with us. Students also have lessons in Computing, History, Classical Civilisation, Geography, Music, Physical Education, Art, Design Technology and Drama. The accelerated Key Stage 3 pathway allows the most able a degree of stretch and challenge. Our more traditional route allows those with difficulties in some areas the opportunity of additional time and support. All routes prepare our students for the rigours of Key Stage 4, GCSE and Sixth Form. Many students start Key Stage 4 in Year 9 with GCSE courses in Science, Maths, English and Religious Education. Other subjects offer an enrichment curriculum in Year 9, allowing students the opportunity to reflect on possible future courses and pathways. Homework/Independent Learning Tasks

The purpose of homework is to provide meaningful, targeted, purposeful and relevant opportunities to extend student learning and promote independent study. It should encourage students to develop the skills, confidence and motivation needed to study effectively on their own. It should consolidate, practise and reinforce skills and understanding developed at College as well as sustain the involvement of parents and carers in the management of students' learning and help keep them informed about the work students are doing. Homework assignments will take a number of forms and will not always involve writing, for example: Investigation; Interviews; simple experiments; essay writing; research; drafting work; report writing; extended reading tasks; designing work; revision; making a model; drawing and sketching; written work; project work; electronic recordings; learning by rote spellings, poems, plays and tables; My Maths and other on-line departmental resources; etc. Guidance for parents

No student should expect to exceed 2½ hours of set homework each night. However, students may of course from time to time be encouraged and expected to spend additional time on private study, independent work or revision.

Students are expected to keep a record of the homework set in their Student Planners. Parents are invited to use the planner to communicate with staff and give feedback on homework tasks if desired.

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Show my Homework

At Christ the King College we use an online tool called ‘Show My Homework’ as a way

of setting, recording, tracking and monitoring your child's homework. As a College, we work to ensure that the Homework set for our students is communicated efficiently and effectively to home by using the Show My Homework tool.

Show My Homework also allows parents to see the details of the tasks their child has been set, as well as its submission status and grades. A powerpoint for Parents has been included on the College website. The service provides parents with a deeper insight into the homework their child receives. However, more importantly, it will improve your child’s organisation, time-management, and help them to keep on top of their workload.

Parents are provided with login details to their personal account, ready-linked to your child’s homework calendar. Simply visit the College website and click on the Show My Homework icon to view our College’s live homework calendar and log in.

✓ 24/7 access

✓ View quality and quantity of homework

✓ Translation into over 50 languages

✓ Apps available for iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, and Android devices

✓ Receive automated notifications before homework is due

If you or your child have any questions about the service, please do not hesitate to

get in touch with the team at Show My Homework, who are always happy to help. Simply email help@showmyhomework.co.uk or call 0207 197 9550 or contact the College on 01983 537070. Reporting and Parent Consultations

Parents will receive a printed report each term which will share information about student targets for each subject, progress being made towards these targets and how well the student is working. In addition, there will be an annual written report from the College which will contain a much more detailed account of strengths and weaknesses in each subject and what the student needs to do in order to progress. Feedback sheets are provided to parents with the reports. There is also an opportunity to meet formally with the students’ subject tutors to discuss any aspects of the report. This is in addition to the Form Tutors’ Consultation Evening held in the first part of the Autumn Term. However, parents who have concerns about their child’s progress are free to make contact with the relevant subject teacher, Form Tutor or Head of Year at any time in order to discuss these concerns.

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Parent Consultation Booking System

Parents are able to use the College online booking system which enables parents to book their own appointments for all Consultation Evenings. This will enable you to control the time of your appointments and book with the staff whom you wish to meet and alert the staff in advance of any particular issues you want to discuss. The booking site https://christtheking.parentseveningsystem.co.uk/ is also accessible as a link from the College website and will be available to parents at least two weeks prior to Parent Consultation Evenings. Parents are notified by email and text inviting them to make appointments. If you do not have access to the website, please contact Student Services who will arrange appointments on your behalf. Parents will be informed of all the Parents’ Consultation Evening in the College Calendar which will be available in the autumn term. The main benefits of this system are:

Parents are in control of their own timetable and can select timings to suit them

Teachers know parents’ areas of discussion or concerns prior to the event as

parents are given the opportunity to make comments when making the bookings

The system is accessible via the internet using PC’s, laptops, phones or tablets

Modern and effective method of communication

A couple of clicks, and it is all booked, the system is easy to use and has been

specifically designed to be used by anyone.

We trust you will find the system of benefit in enabling you to take ownership of making the appointments with the staff you wish to meet in the times convenient to you. A ‘Parents’ Guide for Booking Appointments’ is available on the College website. If you experience any problems, please do not hesitate to contact Student Services who will be able to assist you. Parents’ Consultation Evenings 2017 – 2018 Year 7 Parents’ Consultation Evenings Weds 18th October & Thurs 2nd November

2017

Year 8 Parents’ Consultation Evenings Weds 10th & Thurs 18th January 2018

Year 9 Parents’ Consultation Evenings Thurs 22nd & Wed 28th February 2018

Year 10 Parents’ Consultation Evening Weds 15th and Thurs 23rd November 2017

Year 11 Parents’ Consultation Evening Weds 14th March 2018

Year 12 Parents’ Consultation Evening Tues 27th March 2018

Year 13 Parents’ Consultation Evening Tues 6th February 2018

Equipment required for all Examinations

The responsibility to be properly equipped for external examinations rests with the student. Please ensure that your child attends their examinations with the following equipment: black pen, pencil, ruler and rubber. Where appropriate, a calculator may also be required. Where students are using a pencil case, it must be see through.

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Exam Conduct

As students prepare for examinations, the College would like to remind you of some key points on what is expected in examinations. Please observe the key points below. 1. Students are under examination conditions at all times in the examination and from

the moment they enter the examination room.

Students must follow the instructions given to them by invigilators.

Students must not talk to or use any other form of communication with anyone other than an invigilator during the examinations and may not communicate until students have left the examination room at the end of the examination.

Students must not begin writing before the invigilator announces the start of the examination and must cease writing when the invigilator announces the end of the examination.

2. The use of mobile phones and other electronic devices, such as personal music players is not permitted during examinations. Students must switch off all such items and hand them over to the Exam Invigilator prior to the start of the examination or leave them in their bags outside the exam room or in their lockers. The owners of mobile phones that ring during the examination will be reported.

3. The use of unauthorised materials, such as revision notes and books, is not permitted during examinations – unless the College have specifically stated that they are permissible in the rules for the particular examination being undertaken. If you have any prohibited materials on your person prior to the examination, please leave them in your bag outside or hand them to the Exam Invigilator. Candidates found in possession of prohibited materials will be reported to the Examination Board

4. No part of any answer book or examination paper shall be torn out or removed from the examination room.

5. Students must leave outdoor coats and any bags containing personal possessions outside of the examination room or in their locker.

6. In the event of a fire alarm, students must leave all examination materials and personal belongings and proceed quickly but quietly to the nearest designated Fire Exit. They will be instructed on what to do in the event of a fire alarm. Students must listen to and follow the instructions given to them by the invigilators.

7. Invigilators will report any breaches of the rules or the instructions to candidates on their conduct in written examinations that occur during examinations.

If students are at all unsure of the rules or instructions or have any questions, they should either speak to their teachers before the examination or speak to an invigilator in the examination room. Students should bring to Senior Leadership or invigilators attention any problems or issues that occur immediately in the examination, not wait until after the examination is over. Key Dates for Year 11 Year 11 Parents’ Consultation Evening Wednesday 14th March 2018

Year 11 Revision Strategy Evening Monday 18th December 2017

GCSE Results Day Thursday 23rd August 2018

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Communication with Parents

The College successfully uses the Schoolcomms Communication system which enables us to send text messages and emails to parents in a very effective way. The text messaging facility is mainly used to communicate to parents regarding attendance concerns. This service is also used for sending brief messages about College events, diary dates, reminders regarding Parents’ Evenings and payments, and urgent messages regarding transport, etc. The email service enables us to send larger information, such as the Parent Weekly Bulletin. We feel that both ways of communicating with parents provide you with a very efficient option and also contributes to our commitment to reduce the impact of College activities on our environment by saving paper and printing costs. In order to ensure that we use this system most effectively, it is important that we have up to date contact information and email addresses for all parents; parents can update their information by contacting either Student Services or the Administration Team. Parents who use Smartphones or other mobile devices/tablets are also encouraged to download the SchoolComms App as this enables them to update their contact details via the App and also reduces the costs for the use of this service for the College.

We ask that parents download this new app to their phone or mobile device free of charge as it will help us improve communication. The set-up process is simple and will take no more than a couple of minutes: 1. Search for “School Gateway” in the Apple App Store/Google Play or on your phone/mobile device go to: www.schoolgateway.com/apple (Apple) or www.schoolgateway.com/android (Android)

2. Install the app and if you are asked then say yes to “Allow Push Notifications”

3. When you launch School Gateway for the first time, please select ‘New User’ and enter the email address and mobile telephone number you have registered with the College. 4. The system will send a PIN code to your phone; please enter this PIN code and the app will be activated for you. As soon as you have got the system set-up, all of the text messages we send you will appear in the App; you will receive notifications/alerts as normal. Communication addressed to individuals will continue to be sent by post to ensure the information is received. If parents prefer to receive paper copies of the Parent Bulletin, please do not hesitate to contact the Administration Office who will arrange this for you. Students say the College teaches them how to

keep themselves safe and that there is someone to go to if they need help.

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Payments facility

The College also uses the Payments facility in SchoolComms which enables parents to make online payments for all College payment requests, such as cashless catering, trips and visits, the Governors' Building Fund contributions, etc. Parents will be issued with the log in details for their online payment account and will be notified of any payment requests via the SchoolComms messaging system.

Cashless Catering

The College, in partnership with Chartwells, use a cashless catering system; cash payment is no longer taken at any of the tills in the College kitchens. All students are supplied with a card for the cashless catering system and a Biometric finger scan is taken for all students whose parents have given permission for this option. Students may “top-up” their cards using the machines located within the dining areas on both College sites, which also offer students the option to pre-order their food for the lunch service. Replacement cards can be purchased from the Admin Office at a charge of £1. It is much more efficient and safer for parents to use the online top-up option via SchoolComms. The cashless catering system eliminates the need for your child to bring in any money to College to pay for break-time snacks or lunches. Alternatively students can use the biometric scan option. This option eliminates the need for your child to remember to bring their cashless catering card with them to use the catering facilities on all College sites. It is a very secure and safe option, the biometric scan is not a ‘fingerprint’ and is not used for any other purposes. If you have any questions regarding the cashless catering system, or the SchoolComms system, then please contact the Administration Team at the College.

Free School Meals Entitlement

In the current difficult economic climate, some parents might find themselves in financially hard times. In those circumstances, you need to access all help and support that is possible and available to you. One of those support mechanisms is the Free School Meal Entitlement for students of families who meet the specified criteria for the Free School Meal application. It is vitally important that you submit an application form for this to the Local Authority if you think that you may be entitled. Application forms and more information can be found on the following Council web site http://www.iwight.com/iwforms/form.aspx?k=freeschoolmeals. The College also receives additional funding called ‘Pupil Premium’ for students who are eligible for Free School Meals and have registered this with the Local Authority. This additional funding is vital to the College and we would, therefore, urge parents who meet the eligibility criteria to submit the necessary application, even if your child then chooses not to take up the Free School Meal. Information about Pupil Premium can be found on the College website.

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Governors' Building Fund

We are very proud of the education that we provide at Christ the King College. However, as a faith based Voluntary Aided school, we receive no additional funding and rely on the contributions from parents to our Building Fund. Unlike other countries, the privileges of receiving a faith based education in our country is free to parents. It is expected that members of our parental community will continue to aid us financially at this time as is the practice of Voluntary Aided schools. For the benefit of new parents to Christ the King College, the responsibility for any capital (building) work to Voluntary Aided school premises is shared between the Dioceses and the Governing Body. As a Voluntary Aided school, the Governing Body has to contribute 10% towards any capital expenditure and it is expected that this raised by parental contributions/donations. This is particularly important at this time of expansion and development for us. There are various ways that contributions can be made. Please contact the College for further details. All parents are asked to contribute £10 per child per month to the Governors’ Building Fund. This can be paid by Direct Debit and a form is enclosed for you to complete to set this up. Alternatively, you may wish to pay this as a lump sum of £120 per year, if this is more convenient for you.

Contributions can also be made via the SchoolComms online payment system, if

preferred.

Financial Support

We fully understand that in the current economic climate, as mentioned above, some parents might find it difficult to finance a new school uniform for their child or finance a College trip. We are, of course, aware of financial pressures on parents and want to support them as much as possible. There may be payment plans or other financial support that the College may be able to offer. If parents find themselves in this situation, a letter outlining the difficulties should be sent to the Principal who will address each letter individually and sympathetically. Contact Details

It is vital that we have your up-to-date contact details. Important time can be wasted and distress caused when a child is taken ill or has an accident if we do not have immediate contact numbers. Please inform Student Services or the Administration Office of any changes to contact details. Please also be aware that it is helpful if details are provided for more than one contact in case of an emergency.

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Signing in and out

A signing in and out book is kept in Student Services and in the Upper College Reception. Students must sign in if arriving late or early into College for any reason. On leaving College during the day, to attend appointments, students must also sign out. A request prior to the appointment must be made by parents. Medicines

All medicines must be handed in to Students Services at the beginning of the day along with a completed Medical Form which are available from Student Services, the Main College Reception and the College website. All medication must be clearly labelled with the student’s name and noted on the Medical Plan. If your child requires long term medication, please contact Student Services where the details can be discussed with you.

It is important the College has details of any long term medication a student takes in case of an Emergency. Absence If a student is absent through unforeseen circumstances, please either phone or email Student Services before 10.00 am, on each day of the absence. When the student returns to College, an explanatory note to the Form Tutor is also required. If a student has a sling/plaster cast, has been given crutches or has a wheelchair to use and is ready to return to College, please contact Student Services for information and advice. If your child is unfortunate to be absent from the College for a long period of time, suitable College work can be collected for the student to study at home. Please contact the College for advice if this is required. Students may also access Show my Homework via the College website, MyMaths or alternatively use BBC Bitesize for online educational material. Except in cases of illness, an emergency, or special circumstances, students must not be away from College without permission from the Principal. Parents who are considering taking their child out of College during term time are asked to submit an Absence Request Form, preferably, at least 2 weeks in advance. Absence Request Forms are available from Student Services, the Main Reception and the College website.

Phone – 537070 ext. 1 – Lower College Student Services

ext. 2 – Upper College Student Services

Email – attendance@christ-the-king.iow.sch.uk

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Please may we remind parents that when considering requesting absence from College during term time, only exceptional circumstances will be authorised at the Principal’s discretion. For a holiday during term time, it is important to note that potential cost saving cannot be regarded as exceptional circumstances. It is entirely the College’s decision when considering the impact on the young person’s learning and education, and not a parent’s expectation for the absence to be granted.

Medical Appointments during the College Day

Understandably, not all medical appointments can be made out of College hours, although this would be preferred. On these occasions it is requested that a copy of your child’s appointment card is brought into College, prior to the appointment. If a parent arranges to meet their child off the College Site, the College must be informed prior to the student leaving, either by phone, email or by letter. Without permission students will not be permitted to leave and may risk missing their appointment. Appearance and Personal Items

We seek to maintain high standards of safety and security for our students and their property. For this reason, we ask all parents to note the following information.

Appearance

Only ONE PLAIN SILVER/GOLD STUD earring in each ear lobe, or just one ear lobe for boys, may be worn in College. No other jewellery is permitted. From a safety

point of view, earrings should not be worn for PE or Games. If a student's earrings cannot be removed, parents are requested to provide plasters or surgical tape to cover the lobes for the student's own safety and that of others. Nose studs or any other piercings are not permitted. Watches can be worn at the student’s own risk.

Long hair must be tied back during PE, Games and other practical lessons at the discretion of staff. Please remember that extreme hairstyles are unacceptable, as are artificial hair colourings. Make-up is not permitted, except for Year 10 onwards, where discreet make-up is allowed. The final decision as to the suitability of hairstyles and the appropriateness of personal appearance rests with the Principal. Parents who are in any doubt should contact the College first to prevent any embarrassment or misunderstanding. Personal Equipment

The College will provide all the necessary books and equipment. However, students are expected to provide suitable equipment to enable them to contribute to the lesson appropriately. In order to do this, it is essential that students are equipped with a black pen, pencil, ruler, calculator, rubber and a set of coloured pencils. At different stages in a student’s College career, it may be necessary to provide additional items appropriate to the courses that students are following. Also it is requested that students carry their PE kits in a separate waterproof bag to prevent any damage to their work and text books.

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Mobile Phones

Students are not permitted to use mobile phones for contacting others or for taking photographs during the College day. Mobile phones must be kept switched off in lockers or in bags. If a student needs to contact home, then this must be done via Student Services. In the event of a planned activity in class requiring the use of mobile phones, students will be allowed to use their own under the supervision and direction of the class teacher. Students may use phones at break and lunchtimes for listening to music or accessing the internet but not for phoning, texting or taking photographs. If a student does not adhere to these expectations, then the mobile may be confiscated and taken to Student Services. Students will be allowed to collect their mobile phones at the end of the College day from Student Services, although, if the misuse is persistent, parents will be contacted to collect them. Student Services will contact the parents to request collection when necessary. Records of confiscated mobile phones are kept.

Lost Property

Every effort is made to see that lost property is returned to its owner and from time to time the items are put on display in order that children may look for missing articles. Any items that are not claimed within 3 months or cannot be returned to their owner after every effort to do so has been made will be disposed of, so please encourage students to speak to the Student Services staff and to look for missing articles. As you will appreciate, our main problem arises with unnamed property. Unfortunately, it is an on-going problem and we encourage all parents and students to check that their property and clothing are appropriately named. NB: Whilst we do our best to help, neither the College nor the Local Authority can

accept responsibility for any personal belongings brought to or left at the College. The College Student Council

The College Student Council consist of elected members ranging from Year 7 up to Year 13 and represent the students at the College. Meetings take place regularly and the views and recommendations from the students are discussed and shared with relevant members of staff. The Student Council are an enthusiastic group of young people who are also involved with fundraising and events in College. They are the voice of the students and play an important, fundamental role in the running of the College. Extra Curricular Activities

The College offer an extensive choice of Extra Curricular activities which take place during Lunch times or after College. All Christ the King College students are encouraged to become actively involved. The full list of Extra Curriculum opportunities will be available on the College website during September. Students are notified of any changes via the usual communication channels throughout the College.

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House System Each student is a member of a Tutor Group which is wholly part of a House to offer support structures from both staff and older students. All students and staff are also designated to one of the four Houses, and each one has an appointed House Leader with an Assistant who together work to encourage the community spirit, friendly competition and support within each House.

The House System is used for positive reinforcement of expectations and opportunities for the students to work together from Year 7 through to Year 13. Such opportunities include: Worship, sporting activities, music performances, gaining House Points, the annual Eisteddfod competition, a variety of House quizzes, Sports Day, charity fund raising events, and curriculum tasks. There are also House Captains and Senior House Captains who support the aims and tasks carried out by each of the four House strands, and are in regular communication with the House Leader to support the intentions and developments of the House. Please keep the College updated on your child’s achievements and successes beyond the classroom so that these can also be celebrated together as a College.

Student Planners There is an expectation that the students should have their planners with them at every lesson, and each student is provided with a College Planner at the beginning of the year.They are used to provide information, record homework, a communication vehicle between home and College, and keep a record of achievement and targets. The planners are regularly checked by Form Tutors and it is important that parents also monitor them for information, notices and progress. If Planners are lost, a replacement should be purchased at a cost of £5.00.

House Name Stevenson Ratcliff Lisseter Hollis

House Colour Red Blue Yellow Green

Extensive sporting, musical and performing experiences, and an abundance of extra-curricular activities, including

volunteering, make strong contributions to students’ social and cultural development.

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Lockers Each student from Years 7 – 11 Christ the King College has a locker, and it is important that this is used to store bags, coats, and books etc. when not required during the College day. The responsibility of the locker key resides with the student and a lost locker key must be replaced at a cost of £5. If a student brings a mobile phone into College, we encourage them to put it into their locker upon arriving to College, and collected at the end of the day. Please be aware that students are advised to remove laptops and any other personal items from lockers at the end of every College day. Laptops should be charged at home every evening to ensure that they are ready for use during lessons. The College is unable to accept responsibility for such items. Bottles for Water

We have chilled water dispensers on both sites in the College, which students may use to fill water bottles. We would like to encourage parents to provide their children with re-usable bottles for this purpose.

Telephone calls to the College changing arrangements for the end of the day

Please, whenever possible, make these phone calls before 13.00 (1 pm) so we are able to ensure that the message reaches the student.

Car Parking at the College

If you are collecting your child at lunch time or at the end of the day, please be aware that car parking is very limited at the College sites. For safety reasons, the College gates will be shut during the times of student movement. If you are walking, please

use the pedestrian gates. Please be assured that these procedures are put into place for the safety of our students.

College Administration

The Administration Team works to ensure the smooth day to day running of all administrative functions of the College, ensuring that communication is efficient and effective. It aims to support all members of the College community from the Governors to Parents, Staff and Students. The Administration Team will be able to help you with any queries regarding finance, contacting members of staff, SchoolComms, letters, bulletins, trips and visits and much more. The Administration Team can be contacted via the main College phone number. The Main College Reception

The Main College Reception is based on the Upper College. It is requested that, if you need to bring any items into the College for your child throughout the day, they are brought to the Main College Reception.

Please continue to use the appropriate College Site when either collecting or returning students throughout the day.

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The College Chaplain

Father Mike, the College Chaplain, works extensively with College students, their families and staff. He offers support, guidance, empathy and compassion. Students can arrange to meet Father Mike via Student Services or by approaching him themselves, he is always happy to speak with them. Staff will alert Father Mike to any difficult circumstances that students are experiencing whenever possible. Parents are encouraged to contact the College when students and families are facing difficult times so that Father Mike and the College can support the family through prayer and understanding.

Father Mike also regularly takes Worships, attends Open Days and Parents’ Evenings and often supports College visits. Student Services There is a Student Service office based on both College Sites and they are easily accessible to all students. Student Services Assistants provide pastoral support and care to all students and their families and regularly liaise with Form Tutors and Heads of Year. Pastoral care is primarily the responsibility of your child’s Form Tutor and should always be contacted in the first instance if you have a concern regarding your child. However, Students Service Assistants are allocated to a year group and work to assist Form Tutors and Heads of Year in supporting our students. Form Tutors and Heads of Year can be contacted via Student Services who will ensure that messages are passed to them promptly. Both offices are accessible throughout the College day ensuring that students are fully supported at all times. Please report student absences and achievements as indicated previously. Any information regarding the College can be obtained from the Student Services Team, and if further detail or information is required your message will be passed onto the relevant member of staff who will contact you as soon as possible. Inclusion

At Christ the King College, all students, whatever their needs and abilities, are valued and encouraged to develop confidence in themselves as learners and to have high aspirations for themselves. Our aim is to meet the needs of all of our young people and we pride ourselves on the excellent provision of inclusive support and intervention provided by our experienced and well-trained team. Overseen by the Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo), Mrs Michele Linnell, and the Inclusion Manager, Mrs Val Gard, the inclusion team is supported by a team of Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) and Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) who work alongside teachers and other professionals to ensure that our students are able to access the curriculum and are supported effectively to overcome barriers to learning and progress.

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Complaints

In the first instance, all complaints against the College should be communicated to the Principal who, depending on the nature of the complaint, will investigate and respond appropriately. If you remain dissatisfied, the matter should be reported to the Governing Body of the College. Please note that, unlike most schools, Christ the King is a Voluntary Aided School and is maintained by the Church of England and Catholic Dioceses of Portsmouth through its Governing Body. The College Complaints Policy is available from the College Website.

The College promotes high standards of behaviour.

Students’ behaviour in lessons and around the

College is calm and polite.

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Message from School Transport Mainstream School Transport (Years 0 – 11) – September 2017

This information is for students in year 6 transitioning to secondary school and all other students currently or looking to access home to school transport. Students Eligible for Free Home to School Transport

The allocation of students to bus services will commence in July and students will be informed of the service they have been allocated to on the first day back in school in September. On the first morning of the new academic year, only those students who are eligible for free Home to School transport will be permitted to travel on the school bus without a Scholars Term Ticket.

The Home to School Transport Policy and the new Post-16 Transport Statement which both come into effect from September 2015 has been reviewed. The policy which came into effect from September 2015 can be viewed on the Council’s website: www.iwight.com/schooladmissions

If you are unsure as to whether or not your child is eligible for free transport, please email School Admissions: school.admissions@iow.gov.uk for clarification.

For the latest Home to School Transport information, please visit the Council’s School Transport webpage: www.iwight.com/schooltransport where timetabled service information will be available. The webpage will be updated with bus service arrangements for the new academic year around mid-August.

Further information can be obtained from the Transport Team via email: transport.info@iow.gov.uk or by telephone: 823780.

Students Applying for Privilege Seat Transport

Parents/Guardians of students who are not eligible for free Home to School Transport and would like to purchase a Privilege Seat on a contracted Home to School bus service should contact the Council contact centre on 823780 or visit the Council School Transport webpage www.iwight.com/schooltransport to complete an online application form for a Privilege Seat Term Ticket. The cost for each term is £95.

The opening date for Privilege Seat applications is 00:00 (am) on 27th June 2016 to 12:00 (midday) on 7th July 2016. Please be aware that the number of privilege seats

is limited and submitting an application does not guarantee a seat. Seats will be allocated on a completely random basis using an automated randomiser. Parents will not be able to apply for privilege seats outside of the application window. Parents will need to specify which service they are applying for and only apply for one service per application form. Parents can only apply for the bus services which are offered.

Parents will be informed towards the end of July whether or not they have secured a privilege seat.

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At the end of the College day students are expected to go quickly to the bus waiting areas. The bus companies and the College expect high standards of behaviour on the buses.

Please may we remind parents that ALL students travelling to and from the College on a bus MUST have valid Term Ticket (bus pass) with them on every journey. The drivers are permitted to refuse travel to anyone without an up to date ticket, or if mislaid for that particular day. A temporary ticket will only be issued once and for a period of one week only, and this must be obtained from Student Services prior to the end of the College day. Should your son/daughter need a new Replacement Ticket please contact the Finance Department at the College, and the necessary paperwork can be completed and sent to the School Transport Department at the Council, once the payment of £10 has been received. The School Bus services are ‘closed’ services which mean that they are provided primarily for students eligible for free home to school transport, not for non-eligible students or the general public and therefore the driver is unable to accept fares. The Local Authority is responsible for providing transport for eligible students to and from their registered home address; therefore, students are allocated a seat on a school bus service which operates closest to their home. It is essential that the School Transport Team has a clear picture of the number of students allocated to these services as to avoid eligible students being left at a bus stop or at the College site. If you need to apply for free transport to and from College, a form must be obtained first from the Schools Admissions Department at County Hall, Tel: 01983 823455 or completed on line www.iwight.com/schooltransport Separate applications must be made for each child. Once completed the form should then be returned to the Schools Admissions Department at County Hall. Unfortunately, until the College has been notified by the LA, transport provision cannot be given.

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College Policies

The College have a number of Policies that are integral to the smooth running of the College and the safety of our students. These include our Living and Learning Policy, Home College Agreement, ICT Acceptable Use Policy, Parental Permission for Photographs, Christian Denominational Census, Emergency Conditions and Parental Consent for trips and off-site visits. When your child joins the College, the above documents are issued to our parents along with a return sheet which requires your signature and on occasions, your child’s. The information is then stored within your child’s personal files. If these documents are updated or new ones are added, you will be notified and a new copy will be sent to you. If your circumstances change and you wish to update your agreement to the above documents please contact the College so that the adjustments can be made. All policies are available on the College website.

Details and copies of the above documents are included in the next pages.

Living and Learning Together Policy

This is the College behaviour policy, it sets out the expectations we have from our students within the College to ensure that we can all live and learn together in a safe, spiritual environment. It highlights the intervention process if our expectations are not met. We take behaviour very seriously and expect high standards from all of our students. Please read through the document, copies are in each Form Room, Student Services and in your child’s diary.

Home-College Agreement

The Home College Agreement sets out the College’s commitment to the student and outlines the expectations and roles for our students and their parents.

ICT Acceptable Use 2017 - 2018

The ICT Acceptable Use 2017- 2018 Document outlines the expectations on how to use ICT responsibly and safely whilst in College. Parental Permission for Photographs

Christ the King College likes to celebrate and promote students’ achievements. Therefore, photographs are taken of students at events and activities, on and off the College premises, throughout their time at Christ the King College, including at sporting events, on school trips, College events, personal achievements, dance productions and musicals. Photographs that are taken of students may be used for any or all of the following purposes:

In displays in College

On the College website

In the College’s newsletter

On the College’s Facebook and/or Twitter pages

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In local and sometimes national media

In printed publications and display material that the College uses for

promotional purposes

Recorded / transmitted on a video

The photographs / video will only be used for the purpose of illustrating, advertising and promoting the activities associated with Christ the King College. For security reasons, only a student’s first name will be used when accompanying a photograph. Consent is considered valid for the entire period that the child attends Christ the King College, unless there is a change in the child’s circumstances where consent could be an issue. Parents may withdraw permission at any time by writing to the Principal. Please note that no permission is required for large group photos in which the students are not individually identified. The child should also be advised by their parent so that they know they are not to have their photograph taken in College by any member of staff, other than for the purpose of their College identity badge and for internal identification purposes.

Christian Denominational Census

During the year there are opportunities for our students and staff to celebrate important times in the Church’s calendar appropriately. As a combined Church of England and Catholic College, it is an opportunity to worship together whilst respecting the traditions from which our families come to us. There are times when the two traditions worship separately, when Mass and Holy Communion are celebrated.

In order for us to ensure that we can arrange the services so that students can gain the maximum benefit from them, it would be helpful to us if you could indicate on the return slip at the end of this letter, which tradition you would prefer your child to attend.

We would also ask in which tradition your family worships. This will help us to ensure we are offering a wide variety of styles in the morning worships that students attend throughout the College year.

Please be assured that this request should not cause any anxiety for families; it is information that will help your child experience these important services in the tradition in which your family is most comfortable.

Emergency Conditions

During the winter months, there may be the occasion when the College will be unable to open due to inclement weather conditions. It is the responsibility of the Principal to make this decision. Parents will be notified via SchoolComms and the College website and are advised to check this accordingly. This decision will obviously be made as early as possible.

Should adverse weather affect the College during the normal College day, it is the responsibility of the Principal to decide on what action to take and one outcome may be to close the College. If this situation arises, parents will be contacted via SchoolComms and are advised to check their emails and text messages regularly if such conditions occur. If parents are concerned with the weather conditions please

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do not hesitate to contact the College to confirm if any action is being taken. Please discuss contingency arrangements with your child should the decision to close the College during the school day is made. These arrangements should be safe and familiar to your child in particular to those students in Year 7 and 8 who must be sent home to a responsible adult.

Parental Consent for Visits and Off-Site Activities

The College provide a very extensive Extra-Curricular Activity and Enrichment Programme which takes place during the College day and out of College hours. Some of these Extra-Curricular Activities take place off the College premises. Parents are given detailed information regarding off-site activities that their child will be involved with before the activity takes place.

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Student Friendly Anti-Bullying Policy Written by the Student Council

What is bullying?

At Christ the King College, we believe everyone should be treated fairly and equally. The Bible teaches us to treat one another as we ourselves wish to be treated. This means behaving in a friendly and respectful manner. At College, every student has the right to feel happy and safe at all times. In our College, a bully is someone who hurts someone more than one time by using behaviour which is intended to cause pain, fear or upset. In short, bullying is when something happens Several Times On Purpose (STOP). It is intentional and repetitive, not a one off incident.

Bullying can be by one person or by a group. Bullying comes in a variety of types:

Physical Bullying – Punching, kicking, spitting, smacking, pushing or any other

physical contact that hurts, or is not wanted.

Verbal Bullying – Name calling, threatening, offensive language or offensive hand

gestures.

Homophobic Bullying – Discriminating or insulting someone based upon their sexual

orientation or using the words gay and lesbian inappropriately.

A third person – Sending a mutual friend or someone else with a hurtful message.

Emotional Bullying – Spreading unpleasant rumours, gossiping, exclusion from

social groups, or bossing someone around. This can also include falsely accusing

someone else of bullying in order to get them into trouble.

Racist Bullying – Insulting someone based on their background, skin colour or using

racist language.

Sexual Bullying – Unwanted physical contact, inappropriate touching, sexual name

calling, persistent following or pestering someone.

Cyber Bullying – Bullying of any type through electronic

means, for example emails, text or phone calls. This can

include “sexting”.

Peer Pressure – Trying to persuade other people to break

the rules or act in an unpleasant way.

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If you are being bullied, you should Start Telling Other People (STOP).

The first thing to do is to tell an adult that you trust such as your Form Tutor, Teaching Assistant, Teacher, Student Services, Learning Mentor, Year 7 Buddy or Parent. The Staff and Sixth Form Leadership will always take you seriously. If confronted by a bully, you should: use eye contact and tell them to leave you alone, ignore what they are saying, walk away, act as if you don’t care about what they have been doing and remember not to think it is your fault. Try to remain calm and don’t react more than you have to. Don’t get your parents to contact the person who is bullying or their parent. Instead, make sure you talk to the College staff. If you text or phone a bully, you are giving them weapons to use against you. Don’t do anything a bully tells you to, get upset or become angry and hit them. If you see anyone being bullied, make sure you are kind to them and encourage them to let someone know as soon as possible. If they are embarrassed or scared, then you should talk to adults yourself. Don’t walk away from bullying or ignore it. Tell the bully what they are doing is wrong and, if it is safe to do so, then tell them to stop immediately. Remember one day you might want someone to help you. Never join in a group that is bullying someone. If you help or join in with what a bully is doing you are just as much to blame. Anyone found to be bullying will suffer the same consequences. These can include:

Having to apologise in person and in writing.

Losing break time or lunch time

Parent being contacted

Having to talk to senior staff about behaviour

Being removed from the classroom

Being placed on report

Losing access to extra-curricular clubs, societies and activities

Useful contacts www.checkitout-iw.org – Check it Out. An NHS website created by young people, run by young

people and for young people. Includes a confidential chat option to contact NHS health professionals about any concerns you may have, at any time of the day. Also includes pages of information about emotional health and how to avoid stress. www.iwight.com/localoffer - Local Offer. Access to all the Council services categorised by age

group and includes links to where to get specific help for a variety of concerns. www.anti-bullying.org – Anti Bullying Alliance. A group of more than 60 organisations that seek

to reduce bullying and create safer environments for young people. www.childline.org.uk – Childline provides information and support for children affected by ay

issue, including bullying. Children can ring their free phone number 08001111 and speak to a councillor.

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Expectations Intervention level

Community involved

Action Outcome

Work positively allowing yourself and others to learn in a calm, safe and happy environment

Treat others as you wish to be treated with kindness, respect and tolerance

Be polite, caring and courteous to all in the College Community

Ensure College planner and correct equipment are with you at every lesson

Follow all requests and instructions

Treat equipment, facilities, and College environment with respect

Be responsible, and accept responsibility, for your actions

Use appropriate and acceptable language

Wear correct full uniform

Travel safely and appropriately on the bus

Need to modify behaviour suitable for living and learning together Warning Given Opportunity Given for Student to ‘demonstrate change’ following Warning.

All staff

Verbal warning At the first sign of low level disruption, all teachers give a warning to the pupil and remind the child to ‘earn it off’. They refer to the ‘low level disruption reminder sheet’ in the planner where appropriate. As soon as the pupil improves in their learning, they have the opportunity to ‘earn back’ the issue. If they have further incidents, the Teacher will give up to three warnings (reminding them to earn it off each time). If a child finishes a lesson with three warnings (or are involved with one serious misdemeanour), they are allocated a follow-up by the member of staff and it is recorded on SIMs.

Verbal discussion, correction of behaviour and understanding of inappropriateness of actions Reinforcement of College Expectations

Reoccurrence of step 1 Refusal to comply

Form Tutor Subject Teacher Parents

2nd Verbal warning: Yellow Card o Signed note in College planner/ telephone call

home if required

Verbal discussion Note in planner Targets for future behaviour reinforced Break-time detention

Reoccurrence of steps 1 + 2 To leave inappropriate items at home

Continual refusal to modify behaviour Red Card Issue On Call

Subject Head HOY Parents

Red Card Issue Student moved to Subject Coordinator

o Student completes work with the Subj Coordinator or allocated member of staff – this may require use of on-call.

o Action recorded in SIMs

Parents contacted by Subj Cording / HOY /Student Services Lunchtime Detention

Repeat of steps 1,2,3 Show calm and non-aggressive behaviour Use positive words or actions towards others regardless of race, culture, religion and background

Very serious

DOL HOY Phase Leader SLT Parents External agencies

‘On call assistance’ or continued failure to meet expectations

o Student discusses behaviour with SLT and spends the remainder of the day in (Students towards Excellent Progress) STEPS intervention provision.

o Action recorded in SIMs

Teacher to liaise with HOY/DOL for specific strategies for individual student to improve behaviour Parents contacted Positive Report Book Opportunities for reconciliation After College detention

Repeat of steps 1-4 Show kindness and consideration to all others in your interactions with them both physically and verbally

Ultimate sanction

SLT Vice Principal Principal Parents Governors

1. Internal exclusion with DOL/HOY PhaseSLT

2. Solitary Reflection Room 3. Standard Fixed Term or Permanent

Exclusion procedures apply Action recorded in SIMs

Action is on students records Report Book to be used Fixed Term or Permanent Exclusion.

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Behaviour and Relationships at Christ the King College:

Our Living and Learning Together Blue Print

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The College Code:

At Christ the King College, throughout our Community, we are always expected to be:

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HOME-COLLEGE AGREEMENT 2017-2018

Christ the King College works closely with our parents. When your child joins the College, and at the beginning of each academic year, a Home-College Agreement is issued to parents. This sets out the College’s commitment to the student and outlines the expectations and roles for students and their parents. Please read through the agreement below and complete the Home-College Agreement section at the back of this pack.

We will:

welcome each student into this Christian faith community which seeks to live according to the teachings of Jesus Christ;

provide a safe, well-ordered and caring environment;

work hard towards enabling every student to develop spiritually, morally, socially, culturally and academically;

promote high expectations through building good relationships and developing a sense of responsibility;

ensure each student’s access to a suitably broad and balanced curriculum;

provide a balanced and challenging curriculum and high quality teaching and enrichment activities;

provide regular reports and meetings on student progress and achievement;

listen to and respond to any concerns;

contact the family if there is a problem concerning a student’s attendance, punctuality, work or behaviour;

encourage students to care for the environment and value and respect our community;

set, mark and monitor classwork and homework in accordance with the policies of the College;

keep parents well informed about College policies and activities through regular communications.

We will:

support the Christian values of the College community;

ensure our child attends College regularly, on time and properly equipped;

promptly inform the College of the reasons for any absence; by phone on first day of absence, and by a note to the Form Tutor on returning to College;

support the College in maintaining good behaviour and discipline;

encourage our child to show kindness and consideration to others;

attend College meetings and events when possible;

notify the College of any concerns or circumstances that might affect our child’s work or behaviour;

support our child in homework and other opportunities for home learning;

support the College and its policies.

I will:

contribute to College life to the best of my ability at all times;

attend College regularly, on time and in full and tidy uniform;

bring all the equipment I need every day;

take responsibility for my own possessions;

do all my classwork and homework as well as I can;

conduct myself in an orderly manner and obey the College rules;

treat others(adults and students) with respect and be polite and helpful;

treat College property with care and respect the environment;

be responsible for taking communications to and from College and home promptly;

adopt a positive attitude towards, and participate fully in, the life of the College.

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ICT ACCEPTABLE USE 2017-2018

When using the College network, I will –

● Only access the College computer network using my own login and password and not share my login

and password with anyone else

● Ask a member of staff to remind me of my login details if I cannot remember them

● Never log on using another person’s login

● Always log off when I am finished on the computer or laptop

● Not attempt to alter any computer settings, including background images

● Always ask permission before attempting to transfer any files to the Christ the King College network

● Not attempt to download, upload or otherwise bring into the College network programs or files that may

contain hidden programs (zip, exe, etc.)

● Not attempt to deliberately seek out files on the College network that may be used for malicious

purposes

● Never access other people’s files unless a copy has been sent to me by email or shared with you

● Always handle equipment with care and respect

● Report any faults to a member of staff, or to the Christ the King College ICT department promptly. Do

not attempt to fix any problems yourself

When using the Internet, I will: -

● Always ask for permission to use the internet, unless I have been directed to do so as part of my lesson

● Not deliberately seek out inappropriate or offensive material

● Not deliberately seek to bypass the College Internet filters in order to gain access to sites that have

been deemed inappropriate this includes the use of proxy sites

● Report any material that I accidently come across that is inappropriate to my teacher. This applies to

any material of a violent, dangerous, racist or inappropriate sexual nature

● Not download applications or other software

● Not access games sites other than those specifically directed by my teacher for educational purposes

● Never publish personal details about myself, my friends or other people that I know

● Refrain from using foul language in any email correspondence and never use the College email system

to send messages that are aimed at causing harm or upset to others

● Always report any unpleasant emails I am sent to a teacher or other member of staff

Thank you for reading the ICT Acceptable Use Policy. Please sign the agreement, and do not hesitate to contact the College if you have any questions.

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Safeguarding Information for Parents Safeguarding children is the responsibility of everyone. As such all the staff in College have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. This duty is placed upon the College by Section 175 of the Education Act 2002. This means we have a Designated Officer for Safeguarding and Child Protection. Miss Jane Shyvers, Assistant Principal is the Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO) with Mrs Jane Anstey assisting in the role of Child Protection Liaison Officer (CPLO). The Deputy Designated Officer is Mr David Goodhead. The nominated Child Protection Governor is Mrs Elizabeth Burden. The health, safety and well-being of every child are our paramount concern. We listen to our students and take seriously what they tell us. If we are concerned that a child may be at risk from significant harm, we are required to refer our concerns onto Children’s Services, and the police if necessary. In some circumstances this may happen without the consent or knowledge of parents/carers. The College also has a responsibility to act upon other concerns that they may have about a child’s welfare in circumstances where there are not suspicions of child abuse. Examples of this may be when a child is demonstrating inappropriate behaviour, is involved in bullying, is failing to come to school, is expressing extreme views or where difficulties at home are having an effect upon the child’s wellbeing. However, this list is by no means exhaustive. Our school has a safeguarding policy, which explains all the above in much more detail. (Link to policy) If you have concerns that a child is at risk of significant harm, you can contact Children’s Services on 0300 300 0901

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