Year 6 Transition Booklet

2015-2016

Name: Form Group: Group:

Contents

Welcome from the Headteacher and Head of Year 7 The Transition Timeline A Guide to the Year 6 Transition Evening What to expect on Induction Day Getting ready for September:

Useful contact information Twitter Term Dates The School Day What will I be studying? Homework School Lunch information

Buying school uniform

Expectations of school uniform Basic school equipment PE Kit Expectations of the PE department Uniform and equipment check list

Thinking about transport to and from school

Bus service information Helpful tips using public or school bus services

School Life

Rewards – Creating a positive working environment Outstanding behaviour Extra Curricular Activities Tutor Programme

Other Expectations

E-Safety Policy Use of social media Rules about mobile phones Attendance at school What do I do if…?

Documents to complete and return to school

Lakeside Residential letter Cashless Catering letter Keal Teamwear order form Free School Meals and Student Premium form Archbishop Holgate’s School Association 200 Club information

Welcome to our Year 6 Transition Evening

Dear Parent or Carer,

Welcome to Archbishop Holgate’s School and thank you for entrusting us with the care of your child, hopefully for the next seven years. I hope that your child will be happy here and that they will enjoy the experience of learning with us in all kinds of ways.

There are many reasons why schools are regarded as successful, but one of the main elements is through the collaboration and relationships between student, parent and school. I would like to reassure you that my colleagues and I will always be available to discuss the education and personal development of your child and as part of this commitment I personally make it a priority to send out a Newsletter to parents each and every week. As a school community we promise to do everything possible to help your child make the most of their individual gifts and talents. Over the next few weeks we look forward to continuing to work closely with all our new students and their families in order to ensure that the move to secondary education is as effective as possible. As such, this booklet is designed to explain both the Induction Day and activities which are to follow and provide a variety of useful information to assist you in supporting your child’s transition to secondary education. Archbishop Holgate’s is a flourishing school signified by examination results, sporting and musical achievements, a wide and varied programme of extra-curricular opportunities and whole school celebrations, both for students at the end of each term and for the entire school community on occasions like the Christmas Minster Service. We are a school committed to ensuring that our students develop in all ways and at the heart of all we do is a commitment to ‘Values, Care and Achievement’:

Christian values that underpin all we do Outstanding pastoral care that sees each student as an individual Maximum achievement for all students, at all levels

May I finish by saying how much I am looking forward to meeting you and your child and working together in the years ahead. The future for Archbishop Holgate’s is an exciting one and I am confident that collectively we can support your child to reach their potential in everything they undertake. Mr Daly, Headteacher

My role, along with the team of Year 7 Form Tutors, is to make sure your child is happy, settled and confident. Personally, I aim to ensure that every child enjoys their first year here at Archbishop Holgate’s School. It is an exciting time, but also an opportunity for a ‘fresh start’; an opportunity to create a positive impression; an opportunity to embark on a new adventure and to be a successful individual within our community.

Form Tutors will help your child to feel secure and to make new friends within their class and across the year group. They will encourage your child to take advantage of the many clubs, activities and social events over the course of the year. As a pastoral team, we will also be there to guide your child and solve any problems they encounter. This is an important time in your child’s life and we will strive to ensure it is positive and memorable. Mrs Edmondson, Head of Year 7

A guide to the Year 6 Transition Evening

Monday 29th June 2015

PROGRAMME

7.00pm Welcome – Mr Daly (Headteacher)

Settling into Secondary School – Mrs Edmondson (Head of Year 7)

A review of Year 7 at Archbishop Holgate’s – Year 7 student

Presentation of school uniform – Mrs Sylph (Assistant Head:

Pastoral Care, Inclusion and Transition)

7.30pm Group A – Form Tutor presentation in Form Room

Group B – Opportunity to sign-up for Lakeside Residential,

buy/view uniform and PE kit, refreshments, ask any

questions

8.00pm Group B – Form Tutor presentation in Form Room

Group A – Opportunity to sign-up for Lakeside Residential,

buy/view uniform and PE kit, refreshments, ask any

questions

9.00pm Finish

The Headteacher, Senior Staff and SENCo will be pleased to answer

any questions that parents may have.

What to expect on Induction Day

Wednesday 1st July 2015, 10.00am-3.30pm

This is a chance for students to experience a day at Archbishop Holgate’s School before starting in September – they will spend some time with their Form Tutor, meet new friends, start finding their way around the building, try a school lunch and sample some lessons. Students will have time to ask questions about anything that is worrying them and find out everything they will need to know for starting in September. Hopefully this day will put their minds at rest and stop any concerns over the holidays.

PROGRAMME

10.00 Assembly in the Main Hall - Meet Mr Daly (Headteacher) and Mrs Edmondson (Head of Year) 10.15 Form time with Form Tutors and a chance to meet new friends 10.40 Break on Black Square 11.00 Form time with Form Tutors and a tour of the school 11.50 Lunch – an opportunity to sample the lovely food 12.50 Form time 1.00 Lesson 1—Taster lesson 1.50 Lesson 2—Taster lesson 2.40 Assembly in the Main Hall with YoYo 3.00 Time to go home – students can wait for older brothers /sisters if needed

Please arrive for 9.50am and go straight to the Main Hall (staff will be at the Main Reception as guides). Students will need to wear comfortable clothes, such as tracksuit bottoms, jeans and trainers. There is no need to bring any money as a school lunch will be provided on the day.

Getting ready for September

Useful contact information

Key pastoral staff at Archbishop Holgate’s:

Other ways to stay in touch with the school include our whole school Twitter account and weekly

Newsletters which are sent electronically.

Please follow us on Twitter @AHSYork to keep up to date with the latest news and events.

Mrs Edmondson Head of Year 7

Contact details:

Archbishop Holgate’s School

Hull Road

York

YO10 5ZA

Tel: 01904 411341

Email staff via:

reception@archbishopholgates.org

Website:

www.archbishopholgates.org

Mrs Sylph Assistant Head: Pastoral Care,

Transition and Inclusion

Mrs Reeve Special Educational Needs

Mrs Stainsby Pastoral Care – Safeguarding

and Attendance

Ms Bhogal Form Tutor—7Bl

Miss Balmer Form Tutor—7Bm

Mr Bryan Form Tutor—7By

Miss Gray Form Tutor—7Gr

Mrs Harvey Form tutor—7Hv

Mr Knox Form Tutor—7Kx

Mr O’Brien Form Tutor—7Ob

Mrs Shaw Form tutor—7Sa

Mrs Weston Form Tutor—7Ws

Mr Conway Pastoral Support Worker

Miss Robinson Attendance Administrator

Term Dates 2015-2016

AUTUMN TERM 2015 Staff Training Day - Monday 7th September 2015 (School closed to students) Students restart - Tuesday 8th September 2015 Staff Training Day - Tuesday 22nd September 2015 Half Term - 26th–30th October 2015 (inclusive) Term Ends - Friday 18th December 2015 SPRING TERM 2016 Students restart - Monday 4th January 2016 Half Term - 15th–19th February 2016 (inclusive) Term Ends - Thursday 24th March 2016 SUMMER TERM 2016 Staff Training Day - Monday 11th April 2016 (School closed to students) Students restart - Tuesday 12th April 2016 May Bank Holiday - Monday 2nd May 2016 Half Term - 30th May – 3rd June 2016 (inclusive) Term Ends - Friday 22nd July 2016 Staff Training Day - Monday 25th July 2016 (School closed to students) Staff Training Day - Tuesday 26th July 2016 (School closed to students)

The School Day

8.50am Registration – tutor time 9.00am Period 1 10.00am Period 2 11.00am Break 11.15am Period 3 12.15pm Lunch 1.10pm Registration – tutor time 1.25pm Period 4 2.25pm Period 5 3.25pm End of school

What will I be studying

Each week is broken down into 25 periods of study. The table below tells you which subjects you will study and for how many lessons each week you will study them in Year 7.

Homework You will receive a homework timetable telling you which subjects will set homework on each night. There will be at least two subjects allocated to each day. Homework should take between 20 and 30 minutes per subject per night in Year 7. If you find it taking you much longer or shorter than this speak to your Form Tutor. Make sure you have a safe place to store your books at home – even if this is just a strong cardboard box under you bed. When doing homework ensure you are away from distractions, always complete homework early to allow for time to ask for help at school if you need it. Subjects that have only one hour per week set homework fortnightly. Subjects that have more than one hour per week will set homework weekly. Make sure you write all homework into your planner as soon as it is set, parents are expected to sign the planner each week to confirm that work has been completed. Detentions will be given for students who do not complete their homework without a valid reason. If students are struggling with their homework, they need to see their class teacher, who will be more than happy to help them, or go to Homework Club in the ICT Hub which runs every evening until 4.15pm.

Subject Number of Hours Class

English 4 Tutor Group

Maths 3 Setted

RE 1 Tutor Group

Science 3 Tutor Group

History 2 Tutor Group

Geography 2 Tutor Group

French or German 2 Setted

Art 1 Mixed

Product Design 1 Mixed

Food or Textiles 1 Mixed

ICT 1 Mixed

Music 1 Mixed

PE 2 Mixed F/M

PSCHE 1 Mixed

School Lunches

A flavour of what we offer….. Mr Richardson, Catering Manager, and the Kitchen staff at Archbishop Holgate’s pride themselves on providing and excellent well-rounded menu whilst encapsulating food and cultures from around the world. Hopefully introducing students to new ideas about food which is reflected in our menu cycle. We also work very closely with staff and students, a good example of this is using fresh produce from the school’s allotment in as many dishes as possible. I look forward to seeing your child in the dinner queue in September .

Healthy Eating

Buying school uniform

Polo shirt Sweatshirt Boys’ trousers Girls’ trousers Girls’ skirt All students are expected to follow the school’s guidelines on uniform. We ask parents to ensure that students are dressed as follows:

Appearance Your appearance is very important. As a student at Archbishop Holgate’s school you should take pride in your uniform and ensure as a member of the school community you reflect through your appearance our values as a highly successful 11 to 18 school. Your uniform should be:

Lower School (Years 7-9) Claret sweatshirt * (with school logo) White polo shirt * (with school logo) Black or navy blue skirt (knee length) or trousers Plain dark shoes (these have to be suitable for Design Technology and Science, no boots, trainers or canvas shoes) Plain black, navy blue or white socks Plain school bag

* Branded clothing with the school logo is only available from Keal Teamwear, 105 Walmgate, York YO1 9UA; www.kealteamwear.com or Tel: 01904 624497. Appropriate school trousers (pictured above) for boys and girls are also available to purchase from Keal Teamwear.

As a school community we would not find the following acceptable:

Wearing nail polish or make-up. Dyeing hair in unnatural colours. Haircuts that are not professional or appropriate for a professional work or school environment. No large hair accessories. Wearing wrist bands, jewellery, leggings or coloured socks. Wearing a jacket or hoody rather than a jumper in school. Wearing a diamond studded earring – only plain gold or silver studs (maximum size of 3mm) are permitted. Wearing earphones or carrying a mobile phone in your pocket. Using a handbag rather than a school bag. Wearing leggings or tight trousers with fashion accessories such as zips. Wearing skirts that are above the knee in length.

These items are not appropriate as they are fashion garments and this is a professional school environment where students need to focus on learning.

Students will be asked to remove any items which are not appropriate. They will be confiscated and students will be given a code in their Planner. Items will be handed into Reception and returned to the student at the end of the day.

PLEASE ENSURE THAT ALL ITEMS OF CLOTHING ARE CLEARLY NAMED

Expectations of school uniform

School trousers/skirts Trousers must be school trousers, not ‘fashion’ or fitted/legging type trousers. They should have no motifs, branding, coloured stitching or zips. Denim or linen trousers are not permitted. Trousers should be black or navy blue. School skirts must be plain, navy blue or black and below the knee. Appropriate ‘school trousers’ are available from our preferred supplier, Keal Teamwear in Walmgate. These trousers will meet our uniform expectations if you are unsure about others you have seen.

School shoes All students must wear plain black shoes that have no logos or white/coloured decorative elements. Boots are not allowed as part of school uniform. The red line on the images above indicate how the top edge of the shoe should fit under the ankle bone.

Trainers, sandals, backless or cloth footwear are totally inappropriate and can be a health and safety hazard when using the many staircases in school or when working in some classroom environments, such as Science or Technology. Socks must be plain black, white or blue. Tights can be flesh coloured, black or navy blue.

School bags A student’s main school bag must be large enough to properly carry an A4 ring binder. Smaller bags are not appropriate as a main school bag. ‘Handbag’ or ‘purse’ style bags for girls are not appropriate as a main school bag.

Students who arrive with the incorrect uniform will be given the opportunity to change into correct uniform. If they refuse to do so they will be escorted to isolation. If there is a particular reason why your child is not in the correct uniform, please contact school in person—we will not accept notes or messages written in the Planner.

Basic school equipment students must have

Students must have the following equipment (shown above): A pencil case; 2 black or blue ball-point pens; 2 HB pencils; an eraser; a pencil sharpener; a compass; a protractor and a 30 cm ruler. Students will also need a scientific calculator and an apron for Food Technology.

PLEASE ENSURE THAT ALL ITEMS OF CLOTHING ARE CLEARLY NAMED

PE Kit

Boys and Girls both need: (optional)

Specific to boys: Specific to girls: (optional)

Sports Kit Boys Girls Football boots Football boots Trainers (non-Marking soles) Trainers (non-Marking soles) Navy blue T-shirt with logo Navy blue T-shirt with logo (round or polo neck) * (round or polo neck) * Navy blue reversible games top with logo * Navy blue sweatshirt with logo * Navy blue shorts with logo * Navy blue shorts with logo * Navy blue long football socks Navy blue long football socks Short white ankle socks Short white ankle socks Shinpads Shinpads Swimming trunks/shorts Swimming costume Towel Towel Optional: Tracksuit Pants navy blue with logo* Optional: Tracksuit Pants navy blue with logo * Navy blue games skirt * Branded kit with school logo is only available from Keal Teamwear

Expectations of the PE department

Students must always bring their PE kit. A valid note will be required if a student is excused from taking part physically. Students will still get changed and be engaged in the learning of the lesson. Sanctions are in place for when students forget items of kit. If students forget their PE kit, they are expected to wear a spare kit provided by school. The correct PE kit must always be brought to every lesson. Any students with long hair are expected to bring a hair bobble to every lesson to tie their hair back. All jewellery must be removed for every lesson.

There will be an opportunity to purchase and/or order items of school uniform at the Year 6 Transition Evening on 29th June. Alternatively, Archbishop Holgate’s PE kit can be purchased from Keal Teamwear, 105 Walmgate, York YO1 9UA or via website: www.kealteamwear.com, Tel: 01904 624497.

PLEASE ENSURE THAT ALL ITEMS OF CLOTHING ARE CLEARLY NAMED

Documents to complete and return to the school

Lakeside Residential letter

Cashless Catering letter

Keal Teamwear order form

Free School Meals and Student Premium form

Archbishop Holgate’s School Association

200 Club information

Year 7 Three-day Residential Experience YMCA Lakeside Outdoor Activity Centre, Newby Bridge, Ulverston

14th–16th October 2015 We are writing with advance information about one of the most important events in the calendar for Year 7 students – a three-day residential at YMCA Lakeside Outdoor Activity Centre. This year we have managed to book this residential earlier in the year to make the most of the warmer weather and lighter evenings. It will also give students the opportunity to bond with each other much earlier too. YMCA Lakeside Outdoor Activity Centre is a 400 acre, private woodland estate on the south western shores of Lake Windermere in the heart of the English Lake District. It offers in excess of 50 water and land based activities, with extensive catering facilities and varying styles of on-site accommodation overseen by Archbishop Holgate’s staff. Much emphasis is placed on the personal and social development of the students as well as on experiencing new opportunities and challenges. We see this residential as a valuable experience that we would like as many students as possible to take part in. The programme will include a variety of outdoor educational activities, which could include canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, archery, a rope course and other learning experiences away from the familiar classroom environment. YMCA Lakeside Outdoor Activity Centre is a well organised establishment with leaders qualified in a wide range of outdoor activities. The centre itself is well appointed to cater for the needs of our students and all meals are provided. The total cost including transport, accommodation and all meals at the centre is £165. If you would like a place for your son or daughter I would be grateful if you would pay a £65 deposit. The attached reservation form and cash or cheque deposit can be handed in during the Year 6 Transition Evening on Monday 29th June or should be returned to the Sixth Form Reception as soon as possible (cheques should be made payable to Archbishop Holgate’s School with your child’s name on the reverse). We anticipate that demand for the trip will be high. After 29th June online payment will be available via the school’s ‘Cashless Payment’ system which can be accessed from the Homepage of the school website by choosing ‘Wisepay’. If you require a username and password please email lwaudby@archbishopholgates.org or gduxbury@archbishopholgates.org. Once a place has been reserved you are then asked to pay the balance of £100 by Wednesday 9th September. This is an excellent opportunity, not only for students to experience a range of activities in a well-equipped Centre, but also to get to know a number of new members of the year group in an out-of-school setting. We do hope you will want your child to join the residential. Please note that places are being allocated on a first come first served basis. Meanwhile, if you have any questions, do please be in touch. Yours sincerely, Mrs Edmondson Head of Year 7

‘An outstanding school’ (Ofsted)

Archbishop Holgate’s School, Hull Road, York, YO10 5ZA Telephone 01904 411341 email reception@archbishopholgates.org website www.archbishopholgates.org

Archbishop Holgate’s School, A Church of England Academy, is a charitable company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales with Company Number: 07559610 Registered Office: Archbishop Holgate’s School, A Church of England Academy, Hull Road, York YO10 5ZA

ARCHBISHOP HOLGATE’S SCHOOL

Year 7 three-day Residential Experience

YMCA Lakeside Outdoor Activity Centre, Newby Bridge, Ulverston

14th–16th October 2015

I enclose a payment of £65 for a place on the Year 7 three-day Residential Experience at YMCA Lakeside for my son / daughter. I understand that the balance of £100 is due by Wednesday 9th September. I also understand that places which are not fully paid for by then may not be secured. Signature of parent or guardian: ____________________________________ Cheques should be made payable to Archbishop Holgate’s School and handed in on the evening of Monday 29th June or to the Sixth Form Reception by Friday 10th July. If your child is entitled to Pupil Premium Support please see our Pupil Premium staff on the evening of Monday 29th June in the sixth Form building or contact Mrs Mennell at the school (01904 411341 or mmennell@archbishopholgates.org)

Name of Student:

____________________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________

____________________________________________

____________________________________________

Tel No: ____________________________________________

‘An outstanding school’ (Ofsted) Archbishop Holgate’s School, Hull Road, York, YO10 5ZA

Telephone 01904 411341 email reception@archbishopholgates.org website www.archbishopholgates.org Archbishop Holgate’s School, A Church of England Academy, is a charitable company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales with Company Number: 07559610

Registered Office: Archbishop Holgate’s School, A Church of England Academy, Hull Road, York YO10 5ZA

Dear Parents and Carers,

CASHLESS CATERING Archbishop Holgate’s School operates a cashless catering system. This system allows the school to provide an efficient, faster and ultimately better quality of service. This system incorporates the latest technology and eliminates the need for students to carry cash throughout the day. It is also biometric so there is no need for students to carry a card as the system will recognise the thumb of your child at the revaluation pay-points and at the tills. Any amount of money can be paid into a student’s account and any money spent on food and drink will be deducted on a daily basis. There are two payment options available to you – online payments and coin/note payments at the revaluation pay-points (there are two in school). All payment options are explained in the attached FAQ sheet. A daily ‘spend limit’ of five pounds will be programmed into the system. This can be increased or decreased for an individual student by written request to the Finance department, at the school. All students and staff will be given training on how to use the system. As a result of current legislation the system will operate an ‘Opt In’ policy and therefore the attached form is required to be completed and returned. If you choose not to have your son/daughter registered on the Biometric System, a 4 digit PIN Code will be allocated. Please note that PIN Codes do not have the same level of security and it will be your son/daughter’s responsibility to remember the code and keep it secure at all times. Please complete, sign and return the attached form by 30th June 2015. Yours sincerely, Mr A Daly Headteacher

Headteacher: Mr A.Daly. BA, NPQH Patron: His Grace the Archbishop of York

Frequently Asked Questions

Q What is a Cashless System? A A cashless catering system is a solution, which is purpose designed to meet the ever evolving needs and demands of the catering

provision that is required by today’s schools and academies. The Trust-e Cashless Solution allows schools to be better able to provide their students with a faster, more efficient and more appealing meal service.

Q What is Biometric? A Biometric is simply a method of identifying an individual person. We will be using an algorithm based scan, which reads between

50 & 130 points on the finger/thumb. It is not a fingerprint in any way, shape or form and is of use only in the cashless system.

Q How does a Biometric System work? A The information of a student or staff member, who has been biometrically registered, is stored on a secure Biometric Controller

within the school, which only our provider, Nationwide Retail Systems Ltd, can access. Once an account is credited the student or staff member places their finger/thumb on the EPOS Terminal, which looks up their account details and allows them to purchase items using only this method of identification.

Q How does my child register on the Biometric System? A Students will be registered at the registration terminal by Finance staff at Sixth Form Reception where they will be required to

place their finger/thumb on a Biometric sensor twice to obtain a matching template, which only takes a few seconds. If you have chosen to ‘Opt Out’ of this procedure or not completed a form, your child will be presented with a 4 digit PIN Code.

Q What methods of payment can be used to credit an account? A Any amount can be credited to an account by way of any of the following methods. Once an account has been credited the monies

cannot be withdrawn and must be spent on the school meal/break services. Cash at the Revaluation Units Revaluation units will be sited at different locations within the school. These can be used to top up accounts by the student/member of staff placing their finger/thumb on the sensor or by entering their 4 digit PIN Code followed by inserting the accepted tender below: Notes: £20, £10, £5 Coins: £2, £1, 50p, 20p, 10p, 5p (Please note – copper coins are not accepted) On-Line Payments The school has an On-Line Payments System (WisePay). To access this please go to the school website and use the ‘Wisepay’ tab on the homepage to make an electronic payment. Many parents will already be using this system, as it is used to pay for trips and other items; if you have not used this system or need to know your login details, please contact lwaudby@archbishopholgates.org or speak to a member of the Finance Team.

Q How can I check the credit on an account? A This can be done by the account holder placing their finger/thumb on to the revaluation machine or by entering a 4 digit PIN Code.

The current balance will then be displayed. Alternatively, this can be accessed via the On-Line Payment System (WisePay).

Q Can I change the daily ‘Spend Limit’? A Yes – The daily ‘Spend Limit’ has a default of £5, but this may be changed by written request to the Finance department.

Q What happens if my child’s account is not in credit? A A ‘Lend’ can be processed at the EPOS Terminal, which will then allow up to one meal to be taken, i.e. an overdraft on the child’s

account.

Q How do ‘free meal’ entitlements work? A All free meal entitlements will be entered on to the system. The Cashless Catering System will, on a daily basis, automatically

allocate the appropriate account(s) with the free meal amounts, currently £2.35. Students with free meal entitlements are anonymous at all times as all account types are accessed in the exact same manner regardless as to whether paid for or not. NB: Any monies not spent from the daily free meal allocation will not be carried over to the next day.

Q Can anyone else use my child’s account? A No – Due to the extensive security on Biometric templates no-one will be able to access your child’s account. As a secondary

precaution a photo image is allocated to each student. If your child is using a 4 digit PIN Code, which someone obtains and attempts to use, the photograph shown on the EPOS Terminal will alert the operator that a fraudulent sale was taking place.

Q My child has an allergy, how will this be monitored A All allergy records registered with the school will be entered on to the Cashless System. When students attempt to purchase an

item, which has ingredients that they are allergic to, the system will alert the operator and prevent them from selling the chosen item.

Q Can I dictate my child’s dietary requirements? A The system will allow you to register any items that your child is not allowed due to dietary needs or religious beliefs. Any such

items must be confirmed in writing by the parent/guardian to the Finance department.

Q Can I request a printed report of my child’s meal intake? A Yes – The Cashless Catering System allows numerous reporting facilities, which includes Dietary Habits. These may be requested by

contacting the Finance department.

Benefits of the Cashless Catering System

Increased speed of service reducing queuing times Increased uptake on Free School Meals Anonymity for Free School Meals Facility to pay On-Line No need to carry cash Automatic alerts to stop students purchasing allergy trigger items Students learn about important lifestyle control by monitoring their own accounts Reporting facilities help decrease wastage and improve the overall efficiency of the meal service

Archbishop Holgate’s School Association

The Archbishop Holgate’s School Association (AHSA) are a group of staff and parents whose aim is to raise funds to put back into the school, supporting the events and activities that make a difference to our students.

This year we bought the light batons which were used in the fantastic school production of Return to the Forbidden Planet and have made a significant donation towards the Spiritual Garden Project. In recent years we have supported a range of departments including funding video cameras, digital cameras and cases, music keyboards, equipment for textiles, freezers, display stands, sound speakers and mixers, Duke of Edinburgh replacement kit, PE team kits, radio microphones, calculators, scanners, competition entrance fees and donations to help support the work of the students who travel to South Africa.

In addition to fundraising we also act as a support at school events. This maybe by providing tea and coffee at Open Evenings, to running a bar and refreshments at the School Show, School Play and Summer Concert or being an additional supporting adult on school trips.

Our biggest commitment is to maintain the school minibus. We are very fortunate to have one and it is used regularly. In addition to frequent PE department trips to sporting events it is also used for a variety of outings by our Work Related Learning students, Business Studies visits, Student Open Days and Work Placements as well as transporting students to competitions for different subjects and extracurricular clubs. The AHSA help to support this vital asset by running the 200 Club; the profit from which goes straight back into covering the costs of running and maintaining the minibus. Being able to provide this support means that there is no transportation costs for these events, a huge benefit to all involved.

However, the minibus will not last forever and during the next school year we would like to start raising funds for refurbishing our current bus and building a fund to support its replacement. In addition to this we would also like to raise funds to support new projects.

Our Committee meets approximately six times a year to feedback updates on the school’s strategic direction, develop fundraising ideas and decide on fund allocations, as well as creating a point of contact between parents, businesses and the school. As a Pathfinder School we would like to develop our connections with businesses in the local area who may be willing to offer visits, guest speakers or businesses that could act as case studies for Circular Economy projects.

If you would like to join the 200 Club please complete and return the green form provided in the pack. If you would like any further information or be involved in any of the AHSA activities mentioned above please complete and return the slip overleaf to the main school Reception. Please tick all boxes that apply – the more volunteers we have, the more work the School Association can do and the more our students will benefit.

Miss F Hopkinson and Mrs K Robinson, AHSA

Are you able to help?

I am interested in supporting the Archbishop Holgate’s School Association and would like more information. My contact details are:

Name: _________________________________________

Phone Number: _________________________________

Email address: __________________________________

I would like to support the School Association’s events and activities by:

Being part of the regular School Association Committee meetings.

Being on the contact list to support events.

Providing contact details for a business to develop Circular Economy connections.

Name: _________________________________________

Phone Number: _________________________________

Email address: __________________________________

Business name and contact details (if applicable): _________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

Archbishop Holgate’s School Association

200 Club

Thank you for showing interest in our 200 Club. The fund is overseen by the School Association (AHSA). Members pay £12 a year, in September, and all contributions received are divided into 12 monthly amounts. Every month, a selection of winners share 50% of the month’s takings – so the more members we have the larger the prize!! We would prefer members to pay by annual standing order as this eases our administration, and most banks no longer make a charge for standing orders. If a standing order is not possible we are very happy to accept a cheque, payable to AHSA, for the full year’s contribution of £12. If you wish to go ahead please complete the following and return to school for the attention of Finance Office, AHS Sixth Form. Thank you for your support – and good luck in the draw!

From the Archbishop Holgate’s School Association Name of Subscriber: _______________________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________ Tel No: ___________________________________ Student Link, if any: Name: __________________________________ Form: _________________

Standing Order Mandate

Account name/s: ________________________________Account number: ____________________ Account holding branch: __________________________Sort Code: __________________________ Please make payment from this account to the following payee: Account name: AHSA No2 account Sort Code: 16-34-80 Account number: 11165210 Bank: Royal Bank of Scotland Payment Reference: 200 Club & surname Address of payee: Archbishop Holgate's School, Hull Road, York, YO10 5ZA Amount (in words): Twelve pounds Amount in (figures): £12.00 Date of payment: ___________ st/th September, annually Payments to continue until notification received from me/us. Signed: ____________________________________ Date: ______________________________

Uniform and equipment check list

Item Tick when

purchased Item

Tick when

purchased

School claret

sweatshirt

Football boots and

Trainers

White polo

shirt

Swimming trunks or

shorts/costume and

towel

Black or navy blue

school trousers/

skirt

Pencil case

Socks—black, navy

blue or white

2 black or blue

Ballpoint pens

Plain dark shoes 2 HB pencils

School bag Eraser

PE T-shirt/

polo shirt

(boys/girls)

Pencil sharpener

Reversible Games

top (boys) Compass

Games

sweatshirt (girls) Protractor

Navy blue shorts

(Optional tracksuit

pants)

30cm ruler

Games skirt Pocket English

dictionary

Navy blue football

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Scientific calculator

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Thinking about transport to and from school

Archbishop Holgate’s School has a wide catchment area with students attending from York and further afield, including North Yorkshire and East Riding. There are many different ways to travel to school to make sure that you arrive safely and on time. The table below is designed to help you with some of the different transport methods available and the following pages provide details about school transport.

Students are expected to arrive at school by 8.45am at the very latest. If they arrive after 8.50am they will be given a late code and marked as late on the register. Three codes will lead to a lunchtime detention. If a student is persistently late they will be given a lunchtime detention on each day they are late. The main school doors open at 8.45am. However, Breakfast Club in the LSC is open to all students from 8.00am, the Library is open from 8.15am and the main Hall from 8.30am. Students are able to access any of the above from these times.

On foot

Many of our students live within a mile of Archbishop Holgate’s and use

this to their advantage by taking the healthy option and walking to

school. Being aware of the dangers associated with busy road networks

like the Hull Road/Tang Hall Lane and practicing good road safety is key

to enjoying this practical transport method.

Cycle

A growing number of children cycle to school, taking advantage of the

secure and well-covered bicycle sheds at the front of school. Students in

Years 7 will also have opportunity for Cycle Proficiency training by York

Council road safety team, who will educate students in safer road use as

cyclists. Students who cycle to school must ensure they have a suitable

lock to secure their cycle in the bicycle sheds.

By car

Parents and carers may drop their children off at school by parking near

Badger Hill shops in Yarburgh Road. Please do not use the main school

driveway to drop children off as this becomes a health and safety risk.

By bus

If the service buses listed on the following pages do not serve your area,

a normal public bus may be the best option. For information on bus

services please visit www.arrivabus.co.uk/yorkshire (Tel 0871 2002233)

or York Pullman via www.yorkpullmanbus.co.uk/school-transport/home-

to-school-transport-city-of-york/archbishop-holgates-school (Tel 01904

622992).

Bus service information

Please find below information about bus routes to Archbishop Holgate’s School. These are correct as of 29th June 2015, however we suggest you contact the relevant bus company to confirm the timings of your route. First York Tel: 01904 883000 www.firstyork.co.uk Arriva Tel: 0871 2002233 www.arrivabus.co.uk East Yorkshire/Wicstun Express Tel: 01482 327142/592929 www.eyms.co.uk York Pullman Tel: 01904 622992 www.yorkpullmanbus.co.uk 627 via Heworth (Arriva) York, Stonebow stop A 0752 Archbishop Holgate’s School 1548 Heworth Church 0757 Ashley Park Bridge 1557 Heworth Village 0759 Heworth Village 1603 Ashley Park Bridge 0806 Heworth Church 1605 David Lloyd Gym 0810 York, Stonebow stop D 1610 637 via Heworth (Arriva) York, Stonebow stop D 0807 Archbishop Holgate’s School 1535 Heworth Church 0812 Ashley Park Bridge 1544 Heworth Village 0814 Heworth Village 1551 Ashley Park Bridge 0821 Heworth Church 1553 Archbishop Holgate’s School 0830 York, Stonebow stop D 1558 748 Stamford Bridge to York to Stamford Bridge (York Pullman) (Please be aware that this bus will run exactly 1 hour later than usual on 08/9/15) Low Catton, The Gold Cup 0755 Archbishop Holgate’s School 1540 High Catton, Telephone Box 0805 Dunnington, Church Lane 1551 Stamford Bridge ,Roman Avenue 0815 Gate Helmsley 1554 Gate Helmsley 0823 Stamford Bridge, Roman Avenue 1602 Dunnington, Church Lane 0826 High Catton, Telephone Box 1615 Archbishop Holgate’s School 0835 Low Catton, The Gold Cup 1620 10 Stamford Bridge to York to Stamford Bridge (First York) Stamford Bridge (Roman Avenue) 0813 Hull Road (Black Bull) 1545 Stamford Bridge (The Square) 0817 Dunnington 1600 Gate Helmsley 0822 Gate Helmsley 1607 Dunnington 0830 Stamford Bridge (The Square) 1612 Hull Road (Black Bull) 1545 Stamford Bridge (Roman Avenue) 1617 10 Nether Poppleton to Hull Road to Nether Poppleton (First York) Melrosegate 0808 Hull Road (Black Bull) 1535 Hull Road (Black Bull) 0813 Piccadilly 1550

Bus service information (contd)

747 Pocklington to York to Pocklington (East Yorkshire) Pocklington 0730 Black Bull 1533 Bolton 0737 Murton 1540 Fangfoss 0740 Stamford Bridge 1550 Full Sutton 0745 Full Sutton 1555 Stamford Bridge 0750 Fangfoss 1600 Murton 0800 Bolton 1602 Black Bull 0805 Pocklington 1621 8 York to Grimston Bar to York Park & Ride (First York) York Piccadilly—service starts at 0715 Hull Road (Badger Hill shops) 0705 departs every few minutes departs every few minutes Hull Road (Badger Hill shops) 0722 York Piccadilly 0715 arrives every few minutes arrives every few minutes X4 Hull to York to Hull (Wicstun Express) Kexby Bridge 0715 Hull Road (Black Bull) 1605 Hull Road (Black Bull) 0723 Kexby Bridge 1614 45 Pocklington to York (East Yorkshire) 46 York to Pocklington (East Yorkshire) Pocklington 0805 Field Lane (approx.) 1605 Barmby Moor 0810 Kexby Bridge 1612 Wilberfoss 0817 Wilberfoss 1615 Kexby Bridge 0820 Barmby Moor 1622 Dunnington 0825 Pocklington 1630 Field Lane (approx.) 0830 6 York to Tang Hall to York (First York) Rougier Street 0815 Tang Hall/Alcuin Avenue 1542 Stonebow 0818 Fourth Avenue (shops) 1538 Fourth Avenue (shops) 0824 Stonebow 1545 Tang Hall/Alcuin Avenue 0827 Rougier Street 1550 A41 School Service Route (Transport by Archbishop Holgate’s and York Pullman) (Please be aware that this bus will run exactly 1 hour later than usual on 08/9/15) Bishop Wilton, The Fleece 0720 Full Sutton, Main Street 0732 Fangfoss, The Carpenters Arms 0738 Pocklington, Bus Station 0751 Barmby Moor, next to Children’s Park 0758 Wilberfoss, opposite Village Shop 0805 Newton upon Derwent, The Half Moon 0815 Sutton on Derwent, Tennis Courts 0822 Elvington, Village Hall 0825 Archbishop Holgate’s School 0840

Helpful tips using public or school bus services

Getting on the bus... If you are new to public transport, it’s a good idea to find the stop you will be using so you are confident you know where to go on your first day. Make sure you have the correct pass and or money. Remember to signal to the bus by putting your arm out as soon as you see the correct bus.—If you don’t signal to the driver they will not stop. Please note, when using a school bus you will have to adhere to the following code of conduct: CONDUCT ON THE BUS Remember to show your pass to the driver (where applicable). Find a seat and stay seated for the journey. If there are no seats, hold onto the rail (where standing is permitted). If the bus has seatbelts, they must be worn. Do not distract the driver unless in an emergency. Do not damage the bus or interfere with the cctv or any other safety equipment. Photos should not be taken without the prior consent of the person(s) concerned. Always behave sensibly throughout your journey. Students causing concern on school buses will be placed on a Transport Contract or may be banned from using the buses altogether. CONDUCT WHEN GETTING OFF THE BUS When your stop is next, ring the bell once. If it has already been rung, you do not need to ring it again. If you have to cross the road after you get off the bus, wait until the bus has moved off and you can see the road clearly in both directions, or go to the nearest available crossing. TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF TRAVEL You are respectfully reminded that when registering to use the service you undertake to accept the terms and conditions of travel. This includes sanctions, which would be applied if the required standards of behaviour are not met. Parents need to be aware that if their child causes any damage or does not meet the required standard of behaviour on the bus they could: Have their pass withdrawn. Be banned from the bus. Be prosecuted by the police. Be required to pay for any damage they have caused.

School Life

Rewards – Creating a positive working environment At Archbishop Holgate’s School we aim to create a positive and motivated atmosphere, within which students can take pride in what they do. We believe that through formal recognition of achievement, hard work or community mindedness students will work harder and take more pride in themselves and their community. Rewards include:

certificates and electronic merits praise encouragement recognition of effort positive written comments (in planners and exercise books) the display of work work shown to Form Tutor, Head of Year, Head of Department or Headteacher mentions in Assemblies and Newsletters subject specific certificates and awards sporting colours special commendations letters school prizes certificates, postcards Headteacher rewards rewards trips entry to prize draws

Merits are awarded in class or around school in the following categories:

1. performance beyond expectation 2. improved performance in lesson 3. positive attitude to learning 4. superb effort this lesson 5. sustained effort over time 6. exceptional piece of homework 7. social mindedness 8. contribution to school community

Merits are also awarded as part of the ongoing tracking and monitoring processes within school for:

excellent attendance improved attendance excellent academic performance improved academic performance

Merits count towards Special Awards, such as certificates, postcards, letters home, entry to prize draws, reward trips and end of year celebrations, such as the Prom. By working hard in every lesson and doing the right thing, it means that every student maximises their time at Archbishop Holgate’s School as well as every other students.

Outstanding behaviour

...is the only accepted behaviour in AHS and it is non-negotiable

This behaviour stems from collective responsibility and mutual respect and is based on our four Christian Values. All relationships in school are based on these values.

Before entering the classroom I must always… Throughout the school day, inspired by the example of Jesus’ life, I must always live these four Christian Values into being and be kind, polite, respectful and understanding of the needs of others.

Extra Curricular Activities

An example of extra curricular activities for Key Stage 3 students:

Super 7s Club Challenge Each term Year 7 students are given a Super 7s Club Challenge sheet to record their attendance at any of the school’s extra curricular clubs. This is a fun competition where the student who visits the most clubs receives a prize from the Head of Year in assembly.

Tutor Programme We are very proud of out tutor programme which we consider to be the sixth lesson of the day. Morning Registration: Each morning Thought for the Day/Messages Monday Whole School Assembly (in Main Hall) Friday Chapel Rota (in School Chapel) Afternoon Registration: Monday News Tuesday Thought for the Day Wednesday News/School Council Thursday DEAR (Drop Everything and Read) Friday Planners/Quiet Reading

Other Expectations

E-Safety Policy When students join the school you are all asked to sign our school ICT Policy. This is in place to safeguard our students, staff and the equipment in school. You are signing up to the following…

Students must act responsibly and make use of the school’s computers, electronic devices and the Internet for school-related work only.

Each student has an individual user name and password. This allows each student a secure way of keeping work on the network. Each student is responsible for the files kept in his or her area of the network. Students should not let any other student know their password or allow their area on the network to be shared.

Students must respect computer software copyright and not steal others’ work or interfere with work belonging to another student.

Students must be prepared to give permission for members of staff to check personal storage for viruses and unsuitable material.

Students must not access nor attempt to access any kind of unsuitable material (e.g. pornography). Students are reminded that the possession of certain types of unsuitable material may lead to prosecution by the police.

Students must not create or try to run executable scripts on the school network. Violation of the agreed user policy will result in the suspension of the student

concerned from using the computer network, and parents will be informed. For serious violations, including any use of computers on or off site to intimidate or bully members of the school community, students may be excluded from school and the police may become involved.

This policy applies to all computer use, in ICT lessons, other lessons, lunchtimes and after school. It also covers any piece of IT equipment used in school, whether owned by the school or not.

Use of social media We would ask parents to discourage the use of social media and remind parents that there are age restrictions for the use of many social media sites. We will take any issues of bullying or name calling through social media very seriously and deal with appropriately.

Rules about mobile phones We recognise that mobile phones may be necessary before and after school for some of our students, but students must have phones turned off and in their bags from 8.50am until 3.25pm. All contact with and by students during the school day, should be made through the school switchboard – 01904 411341. If a mobile phone is seen or heard at any time between 8.50am and 3.25pm it will be confiscated and returned at the end of the school day. On the third occasion of a student’s phone being confiscated, parents will be required to come to school to collect the phone.

Attendance at school Attending regularly Good attendance is at the heart of good progress. Children only get one chance at school, and your child’s chances of a successful future may be significantly affected by not attending school regularly. Parents want their children to get on well in life. Poor attendance will not only cause your child to fall behind in his or her school work, but will also affect his or her social skills. Please support your child in doing everything you can to ensure he or she attends school regularly and on time. Absence reporting procedures All absences need to be reported to the Office on the first day of absence. Please ring school (Tel: 01904 411341) before 9.00am. Please leave a message on the answer machine if we are unable to take your call. If your child is going to be away longer than a week, then please ring the school Office to give us an update on your child’s progress. A letter from a parent or guardian is required on return to school, even if you have previously telephoned the school with a reason for your child’s absence. We cannot always authorise your child’s absence, even when an explanation has been given. Being on time Being on time is also vital to your child’s education. Arriving late at school not only interrupts learning and causes your child to miss out on his or her education, but is also disruptive for the teacher and the other students in the class. Students are expected to arrive at school by 8.45am at the very latest. If they arrive after 8.50am they will be given a late code and marked as late on the register. Three codes will lead to a lunchtime detention. If a student is persistently late they will be given a lunchtime detention on each day they are late. Holidays Parents are asked to arrange all holidays during school holiday periods. You should not expect the school to agree to an absence for a holiday during term time. Holidays or other absences during term time mean that your child misses out on important school time – both educationally and socially. It will then cause problems when they return from their holiday, in catching up on the work that they have missed out on. A letter must be submitted to the school. Each application will be considered individually. No holiday requests will be authorised unless there are exceptional circumstances. All other requests for an authorised absence should be put in writing and, addressed to the Attendance Administrator, stating clearly why the absence from school is being requested. Other Authorised Absences Doctor/Dentist/Hospital Appointments Please try to avoid making any appointments for the doctor/dentist during the school day. Students leaving the premises during the day must sign out at Reception, and sign in again before retuning to their classes. Planned absences – please make routine medical appointments after school or during the school holidays e.g. dental, hospital. These absences are covered by: A telephone call from parents, and/or A letter confirming details of the appointment to be given to Reception prior to the appointment. On collecting and dropping off your child, please come to the school Reception where your child can be signed out and signed back in.

What do I do if….

What do I do if I don’t like the Tutor Group I am in?

Speak to Mrs Edmondson or Mrs Sylph straightaway. We guaranteed that we would put you with one of the friends from your ‘friends list’ (if you did not chose a particular language). If we have made a mistake then we will rectify the situation as soon as we possibly can. If it is not our mistake then we will be unable to change it.

Where do I go on my first day? Go to Main Reception where Mrs Sylph and Mrs Edmondson will be waiting to greet you.

How do I get a locker? Your Form Tutor will tell you when they are ready and how much money you need to bring in to purchase a lock and two keys (keep a spare at home).

What if I can’t do my homework? See your subject teacher straight away or go to Homework Club, open every evening in the IT Hub until 4.15pm.

What if I am late to school? Go to Main Reception and sign in.

What if I lose something? Go to Main Reception at either breaktime or lunchtime. If your property is marked with your name, staff will return it to you.

What if I forget my packed lunch, PE kit or books or if I have to contact home in an emergency?

Ask the Main Reception staff for permission to use the phone to call home.

What if I have problems? See your Form tutor, Head of Year, the nearest teacher as soon as possible.

What if I am absent? Your parent/carer needs to telephone school on the first, and each day thereafter, that you are absent and explain why.

What if I forget my network password? See the IT Technician or your ICT teacher.

What do I do if my family contact details change?

It is important that you let us know of any changes of circumstance that occur in the future, including changes of address, changes of telephone numbers (including your own, your named Emergency Contacts and your Doctor), or any other personal changes. Please write a note or contact Reception with the new details.

What if I bring money or valuables to school? You are advised not to bring valuables into school. You are responsible for all valuables.

How will Year 7 progress be reviewed?

All work will be marked regularly and there will be opportunity for student and parental feedback throughout this process.

A Cheese and Wine Evening, Thursday 1st October, parents will have the opportunity to discuss how their child has settled with Form Tutors in an informal setting.

Year 7 Form Tutor Evening, Wednesday 21st October, a chance for parents and students to discuss progress and settling-in in a more formal situation.

Parents will receive Interim Reports every term. Year 7 Parents’ Evening with Form Tutors and Subject Teachers, Wednesday 22nd June. An

opportunity for parents and students to discuss social and academic progress during their first year at Archbishop Holgate’s School.

Attendance at Parents’ Evenings

Parents’ evenings are the most important communication opportunities that we have and as such, attendance at them is very important. Parents’ evenings at Archbishop Holgate’s have been arranged in a way that makes them as accessible as possible, running from 4.00-6.30 pm. It is an expectation at Archbishop Holgate’s that all parents and students will attend Parents’ Evenings. It is a great opportunity to hear about all the good things your child has been doing and pick up tips and advice on how they can continue to improve. Your child will receive an appointment sheet about a week beforehand and they will be required to make appointments with the staff you would like to meet. You will also receive a copy of your child’s full report a few days before the Parents’ Evening. It is important to bring both these documents with you.

What if I bring my bike to school? Leave it in the bike sheds—LOCKED UP.

What if I am not very happy? Talk to your Form Tutor or your Head of Year.

What if I lose my locker key? Go to Main Reception and they will be able to help you.

What if I feel I am being bullied? Tell a teacher straight away and they will be able to sort it out for you.

What if I have no credit on my Cashless Cater-ing account?

Go to Main Reception and they will be able to ring home and arrange for you to have some lunch.

What if I forget my Planner? See your Form Tutor straight away and they will give you a temporary Planner sheet.

How will my progress be reviewed? There are a number of ways throughout the school year that your progress will be reviewed (please see below).

Notes

Archbishop Holgate’s School School Values

How we behave and interact for the benefit of the whole school community