christ's school parent handbook 2014-2015
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PARENT HANDBOOK
2014/2015
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Dear Parent/Carer
Welcome to Christs School. We are delighted that you have entrusted us with
your childs education and you can be certain that we will do all in our power
to ensure that his/her time with us is enriching and successful. We are a small
community where every pupil is valued and has an important role to play in
the life of the school.
Our aim is provide all our pupils with an outstanding education so that they
leave us equipped with the best possible academic qualifications and an
understanding of themselves, the world and his/her place in it.
However we cannot achieve this without your support. This handbook forms
the basis on which the home / school partnership is founded. In it you find a
wealth of information about the school. Please do read it so you are familiar
with the information. We also ask that you discuss this handbook with your
son/daughter.
We look forward to a productive, fulfilling and successful partnership together.
Yours sincerely
Helen Dixon
Acting Headteacher
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Why Do We Have A Parent Handbook?
Research has shown that parental involvement in a childs education is a key to
success. On first joining secondary school pupils settle in more quickly and successfully
if they and his/her parents/carers are clear in advance how the school works and
what is expected of the pupils and his/her parents.
Before writing this handbook we consulted parents of pupils currently in the school to
find out what information they feel you need to know as a parent/carer of a pupil at
Christs School. We welcome your feedback.
Please do not hesitate to contact the school should you require any further
information or clarification of anything detailed in this handbook or the pupil planner,
which will be issued to your child in September. Your first point of contact should be
your daughter/sons form tutor. You can contact them directly by email or by
phoning the school office.
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Behaviour for Learning
Visitors to Christs frequently comment on the orderly and purposeful atmosphere of
the school. To support this we have the following code of conduct and sanctions that
have been drawn up by staff and the School Council.
Christs Code of Conduct
These codes have been put together from the ideas of staff and pupils. Every
member of the school has played a part in creating them; therefore, every member
of the school has a responsibility to see them carried out. This is the minimum
expectation.
Classroom Code
To learn and achieve effectively in your lessons, you should:
Arrive at lessons calmly, on time, dressed properly and equipped to learn.
Listen carefully to the each other and follow instructions. Show respect and courtesy to everyone.
Take care of your learning environment.
Corridor Code
Thank you for
Treating everyone with respect and courtesy.
Walking quietly on the left hand side.
Going straight to your next lesson.
Eating only at break times in the canteen or at the tables outside,
Only going to your lockers before school, break times or just before afternoon
lessons.
Using Student Services at break or lunch times.
Respecting the school building and environment so we keep our school clean
and tidy.
Canteen Code
Thank you for
Queuing up sensibly.
Selecting your food quickly and politely with your account topped up to easepayment.
Sitting down to eat your food.
Not taking plates/ cutlery or hot food/drinks out of the canteen.
Returning plates and cutlery to the clearing area/ recycling as appropriate.
Putting all rubbish in the bin.
By keeping to these codes, you present yourself and the school in the best possible
light. You also play your part in making sure that the highest quality of teaching and
learning is able to take place.
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Courtesy Code
The Courtesy Code has been created by the Christs School Council putting together
feedback from pupils and staff about how pupils conduct themselves within ourschool community.
The vast majority of Christs pupils are excellent role models and ambassadors for
positive behaviour and hard work. With this in mind our pupils agree to follow the
schools behaviour for learning policy and to adhere to the following basic principle:
To come to school every day, on time, properly equipped and ready to learn
The Courtesy Codeguides pupil behaviour and attitude around school. It has three
clear and simple expectations:
Pupils agree to:-
be polite, respectful and considerate to other pupils and members of staff at
all times;
treat all equipment, buildings and surroundings with care and respect and
keep them clean and tidy;
behave in a way that does not harm or interfere with the learning or play of
other pupils
I agree to follow the Courtesy Code:
SIGNATURES
PUPIL______________________ PARENT:______________________
HEADTEACHER:____________________
Classroom procedures:
C1: First verbal warning (name on board)
C2: Second warning resulting in a lesson (name ticked)10 minute detention that afternoon with form tutor
C3: Half-hour detention the following night (name ticked twice)
Note of detention recorded on SIMS and pupil to make a note in the planner
and teacher to initial.
C4: One hour detention the following night (name ticked three times)
Note of detention recorded on SIMS and pupil to make a note in the planner
and teacher to initial.
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Beating the Bullies:
Any behaviour that makes a person feel inferior, insulted, isolated, intimidated or hurt
is bullying. Bullying behaviour could be shown by an individual or a group.
Bullying exists in every school to some extent but it is not tolerated at all at Christs. We
work together as a community to prevent it.
All incidents of bullying will be recorded and dealt with by the Head of Year.
When bullying is proven, the parents of all concerned will be contacted. Restorative
approaches and reconciliation will be used if this is seen to be appropriate.
Heads of Year will alert staff about incidents of bullying to raise staff vigilance toensure that it does not continue.
We will work with the bully to change his/her behaviour. However if there is no
change, consequences will be applied as described in the Behaviour for Learning
policy.
Pupils are encouraged not to put up with bullies; they will be encouraged to tell
someone in authority.
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Year 7 French Trip - 2014
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Canteen
The canteen is open before school, at break and at lunch serving a range of hot and
cold foods that are prepared on site. Everything sold in the canteen is prepared in
accordance with the government guidelines on healthy eating. The meal deal
which consists of a main course and pudding costs 2.30. Other popular dishes are
pizza, baked potatoes and sandwiches. The canteen runs on a cashlesscard
system. All students are issued with a unique identification card. Money can be paidinto your childs lunch account with cash in school or using an on-line payment
account.
Careers Education and Guidance
The Careers Education, Information Advice and Guidance programme (CEIAG) is
designed to meet the needs of pupils at this school and is provided as an integral
part of the schools overall approach to pupil development, welfare and
guidance. The programme of activities runs through years 8-11 and helps pupils
make decisions and plan his/her future, both in school and after they leave.
Elements of the programme are delivered in PSHE Days throughout the year and
there are a number of opportunities, such as university visits and work experience, to
explore career development.
In Years 9, 10 and 11 there are specific information events for parents and pupils on
choosing options, organising work experience and making Sixth Form and college
applications.
Christs School also organises personalised careers interviews to ensure pupils have
access to professional guidance relating to the options available to them post 16 and
to devise a personalised action plan.
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Charging for Activities
Parents will be asked to make voluntary contributions towards the cost of a range of
activities that take place during the school day such as visits and practical lessons
involving the purchase of ingredients and /or materials.
We aim to ensure that no pupil will be excluded from an activity because of the cost.
Parents should contact the Headteacher in confidence if they need financialassistance. However, if insufficient pupils are able to contribute, the full range of trips,
visits and activities may not take place.
Christs School Chaplaincy
Christs School is welcoming and inclusive of all pupils whatever his/her religious
affiliation. As a voluntary aided Church of England school Christs has a full time
Chaplain. There are 2 main strands to their work. They provide pastoral support for
pupils, staff and, where appropriate, parents/carers. They also work to develop the
spiritual life of the school through termly services, assemblies, and various projects
agreed with the teaching staff.
The Chaplaincy aims through its work
to help develop each pupils understanding of what it means to be human
and live creatively in a complex world,
how diversity can be a source of celebration rather than conflict,
how we can flourish as individuals when we are part of a loving, dynamic
community
What a difference we can make to the lives of people in need through
service and the support of different charities.
Cycle Facilities
There are two lockable, covered, bicycle storage areas available for pupils and staff.
The cycle racks are locked at 8:30am and unlocked at 3pm. Pupils coming to school
by bike mustwear a cycling helmet.
EquipmentThis is a list of the main items of equipment your son/daughter should bring into school
every day.
Reading Book 2 pens (blue or black)
2 pencils
Rubber
Long ruler
Pencil sharpener
Coloured pencils
Stick of glue
Individual subjects might require additional materials. (e.g. angle measurers in
Maths)
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Extra-curricular Activities
Chess/Games/Lego in Library
Choir
Orchestra
Music technology club
Drama Productions
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Trips abroad and exchanges
Field trips
Clubs e.g. Science/Humanities
Film Club
Textiles Club
A range of sporting activitiesincluding Archery, Athletics, Basketball,
Badminton, Cheerleading, Climbing Wall, Cross Country, Cricket, Dodgeball,
Gymnastics, Football, Martial Arts, Netball, Rounders, Rugby, Tennis and
Trampolining
Many informal music ensembles also rehearse at lunchtimes and after school.
This is a taster of some of the extra-curricular activities available. This is subject to
change and timings and you will be kept informed.
No pupil will be excluded from these activities due to financial hardship. Parents who
wish their children to take part in any activity but are unable to contribute can
contact Sara Geoffrey in confidence to discuss places.
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Fund Raising
As a Christian school we believe that it is our duty to help those less fortunate than
ourselves. Each year we raise money for charities that the pupils choose to support.
Fund raising activities happen particularly during Advent and Lent.
For Christmas 2013 all the students wore their Christmas jumpers on our Christmas
Lunch Day to fund raise for our sponsored charities
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Governing Body
Foundation Governors Parent GovernorsMrs R Martin - Chair
Canon R TitleyJoint Vice Chair Mrs D Whitmore
Mr H Dunlop Ms R Woodward
Ms S Armstrong Ms P Holtedahl
Mr A Saunders
Mrs S Percival
Foundation Parent GovernorMrs A Greenwood
Mr M Houghton-BrownJoint Vice Chair
Staff Governors
Associate Governors Ms K HumberstoneMrs H Dixon Ms S Geoffrey
Mrs S Kieran
Mr G Bamping
Local Authority GovernorMrs C Walker
Clerk to the Governors
Mr C Hartley
Homework
Each pupil should use his/her planners to record homework. The use of these planners
will be checked by the form tutor.
Departments across the school will provide support for pupils regarding their
homework. In addition there is a Homework Club which runs Monday-Thursday in the
Learning Support Department 3-4pm. All pupils are welcome and there are members
of staff present to help with homework if it is needed. The room is equipped with
computers which can be used for research. Many pupils also use the facilities in the
library at lunch and breaktime, and members of staff are willing and available after
school to help with any questions.
All homework (including revision activities) is set in class and is put onto the Homework
VLE for remote access. All pupils receive a login and password for the school
computer system; they enter the VLE via the school website using their allocated
username and password; we encourage parents to check on a regular basis byaccessing the VLE using your childs login.
InclusionEvery child has a right to an education in his or her community. Christs is an inclusive,
caring community where all children are valued and encouraged to achieve their full
potential.
We provide an environment where all children, whatever his/her level of ability, are
able to learn with the support of his/her teachers, families, peers and friends.
Any child might need different or additional support at some time during his/her
education. This might be because they:
are having some difficulties getting going with reading or writing;
have a disability or identified special educational need;
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have experienced a traumatic event in his/her lives;
have been unwell for a period of time.
This support will be confidentially discussed and agreed with the childs
parents/carers.
Most parents are very supportive of inclusion. Some may feel anxious about the
possible impact on his/her child. When carrying out inspections Ofsted has found thattruly inclusive schools are better for all pupils. Children learn to be tolerant of each
other, to empathise and to have role models. This prepares them for the world
beyond secondary school.
What can parents do?Parents attitudes to inclusion will have an enormous influence on a childs
developing understanding of the world. As a parent you are in a unique position to
provide a positive role model for your child. You can do this by:
Making sure your child understands that all people are different and everyone
should be valued for who they are.
Helping your child to understand that some of the language they will hear in
games, jokes or repeated comments may be insulting and hurtful to others. Telling your child about positive role models from all sections of the community
Teaching your child to be patient and tolerant
Helping your child to know that teasing and bullying are not acceptable
Praising your child for showing kindness and respect to others
Talking to your child about what makes him or her exceptional so that he/she
can celebrate his/her uniqueness as well as that of others
Children can support inclusion by: Helping to make sure no-one in the class feels left out;
Setting good examples to others;
Not taking part in bullying, and reporting bullying if it occurs;
Knowing who to talk to if they are worried or concerned.
Lost PropertyLost property is held opposite Student Services. However, unless property is clearly
marked it is very difficult to return it to its owner. Please mark all items with your childs
name. We recommend you use woven name tapes as these do not wash off and are
easy to read. Such name tapes are easily purchased from John Lewis and other
retailers. Any un named lost property will be donated to charity at the end of every
half term.
Maintenance and School FundAs a voluntary-aided school, the Governing Body is responsible for maintenance of
the buildings, which are covered by an insurance policy, the premium of which is
paid for by parental subscription. Each year, parents are requested to make a
donation which covers the subscription to the Maintenance Scheme, improvements
to the buildings and infrastructure and towards the School Fund.
Mobile PhonesMobile phones are not allowed to be used in School between 8.30am -3.00pm. If a
pupil is seen using a phone in a lesson or during break or lunchtime it will be
confiscated and they will be required to do a C3 detention the following day after
school. They will be able to retrieve the phone from the Student Services office after
the detention has been completed.
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Monitoring (Academic)
Academic Review and Target SettingIn September we hold our annual Academic Review Day, where we ask all students
and parents to work with us to set targets for the forthcoming academic year. There
are also presentations by the heads of year, the headteacher and a chance to work
with us on a number of our whole school initiatives.
Following the main academic review day there are three tutor sessions where
students will work with each other to evaluate their progress and set new targets,
parents are a vital part of this process and will have the opportunity to work with their
child at home looking through their tracking and discussing their progress.
Your childs progress and well-being will also be monitored once a term in a meeting
with their tutors.
Parental Support of PupilsWhen they first join us many pupils find getting themselves ready for school is a
challenge. In the first few weeks, at least, we recommend that you check your child
has all the correct books and equipment ready the night before.
On a regular basis, please check your childsbag for letters that are for you.
Remind your child that you need to sign his/her planner each weekend. Please
ensure your childs lunch card is sufficiently topped up to pay for food in the
canteen.
Parents EveningsParents evenings run from 3:30pm to 6:30pm. You will receive a letter about your
childs meeting a week or two before the event. You can find the dates of these
evenings on the school website.
PTAWe have a thriving PTA at Christs. They organise a range of fund raisingevents
throughout the school year. Events include the grand fireworks night, the quiz night, and
a stall at the Richmond May fair. The PTA also provides refreshments at concerts and
other evening events. They are currently trying to establish a representative for each
tutor group. They will be looking for new members at the induction evening and the new
parentsevening in September. If you would like to contact the PTA, please email Jane
Fitch: [email protected]
They are also going to encourage parents to join the year 7 contact lists next year to
encourage friendships between parents as well as pupils. Please see slip in blue pack.
Pupil GroupingsEach pupil is placed in a mixed ability tutor group on arrival at school and can expect tostay in this group until the end of Year 11. They are taught in mixed ability groups unless a
subject wishes to teach in sets. The timetable will indicate the groupings for different
subjects.
PunctualityIt is essential that lessons start punctually and that they are not disrupted by late
arrivals. Any pupil arriving 5 minutes or later for a lesson without a valid excuse will
receive a 30 minute detention the following day after school.
Planner
Your child will be issued with a planner at the start of the academic year. It isessentially for recording homework but is also a source of much useful information. It
should contain a copy of your childs timetable and listhomework, house points,
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cautions, notes of things to remember etc. The planner must be brought into school
every day and signed each week by both form tutor and parent. If the planner is lost
or forgotten a day sheet can be purchased from the Student Services (10p) until
either a new planner is purchased (5)or the old planner is found. Pupils are required
to buy a new planner if the missing one has not been found within one week.
School CouncilEach tutor group elects a form captain and a deputy each year. They attend school
council meetings approximately every 3 weeks.
At these meetings any issues or ideas the pupils have can be aired and discussed.
The councils opinions are consulted on many school initiatives.
Behaviour for learning sanctions have tightened following feedback from the
Council and a Code of Conduct introduced
They are involved in pupil panels for middle and senior staff appointments.
They have contributed to the discussions about the new rewards system.
They have contributed to the discussion about proposed changes to the
school uniform.
They have had some input into updating some of the school policies (e.g. Sexand Relationship Education)
They also take part in termly visits to York House to discuss borough wide issues with
other schools and an annual visit to City Hall in London where they meet council
members from other London schools and learn about how the Mayors Office works.
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Senior Leadership Team
Mrs Helen DixonHeadteacher [email protected]
Mrs Sarah Kieran - Deputy Headteacher [email protected]
Mr Will GrahamDeputy [email protected]
Mr Matthew MorrisAsst. HeadteacherSixth Form [email protected]
Mrs Vicki McGrailAsst. Headteacher [email protected]
Mr John EdwardsBusiness [email protected]
Tutors
TBC
Heads of Year
YEAR LEADER YEAR7Ms Vicki McGrail
YEAR LEADER YEAR 8Miss J Randall
YEAR LEADER YEAR 9Miss E Taber
YEAR LEADER YEAR 10Mr M Williams
YEAR LEADER YEAR 11Mr M Spicer
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Staff
All staff can be contacted by email. Email addresses can be found on the school
website
SENIOR LEADERSHIP TEAMMrs H Dixon Headteacher
Mrs S Kieran Deputy Headteacher
Mr W Graham Deputy Headteacher
Mrs V McGrail Assistant Headteacher: Head of Year 7 & KS2-3 Transition
Mr M Morris Assistant Headteacher: Head of Sixth Form & KS4-5 Transition
Mr J Edwards Business Manager
ART & TECHNOLOGYMr T Hordern Head of Art and Technology
Mr T Bird Resistant Materials Teacher
Mrs V Busby Textiles Teacher (part time)Ms M Conteh Food Technology Teacher
Ms S Perkins Textiles and Art Teacher (part time)
Mrs A Botta Food Technician (part time)
ENGLISHMrs K Blair Head of English
Mrs C Lorenz Deputy Head of English/Duke of Edinburgh Leader
Mr T Edmondson English & Drama Teacher
Mrs E Godliman TeacherEnglish (part time)
Miss K Moran English Teacher
Ms J Randall English & Drama Teacher/Head of Year 8
HUMANITIESMiss R Hoyle Head of Humanities & History/ Lead Practitioner
Ms H Harris History Teacher (part-time)
Mr J Heitzman History Teacher
Mrs S Kieran History Teacher/Deputy Headteacher
Mrs G Dhaliwal Head of Geography
Miss S Bartlett TeacherGeography
Mr M Spicer Geography Teacher/Head of Year 11
Mr E Simpson Head of R.E.
Mr M Williams RE Teacher/Careers Co-ordinator/ Head of Year 10
Mr J Butler Citizenship Teacher/Raising Standards Leader KS4
MATHEMATICS & ICTMr L Hartnett Head of Maths and ICT
Mr S Bailey Maths Teacher
Ms C Morris Maths Teacher
Mr S Mitchell Maths Teacher
Ms M Stewart Maths Teacher/Lead Practitioner
Mrs D Todorinovic Deputy Head of Maths
Mr J Raisin ICT Teacher
MODERN LANGUAGES
Mrs V McGrail Head of MFL/Assistant Headteacher: Head of Year 7Ms J Campa Spanish Teacher (part-time)
Mr Ben Gooding French/Spanish teacher
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Miss H Oddy French/Spanish Teacher
Ms E Taber Spanish Teacher Head of Year 9
MUSICMr P Wilson Head of Music
Mr C Leung Music Teacher (part time)
PHYSICAL EDUCATIONMr T Smith Head of PE
Ms S Bromly P.E. Teacher/School Sports Coordinator/Lead Practitioner/
Raising Standards Leader KS3
Mr M Greenwood P.E. Teacher (part-time)
Mr M Morris P.E. Teacher/Assistant Headteacher: Head of Sixth Form
Mr D Sedour P.E. Teacher
SCIENCEMr R Khodabacksh Head of Science
Miss C Bell Science Teacher
Mrs M Hickson-Kucikova Science Teacher
Mrs A Mbanefo Deputy Head of Science - Science TeacherMs F McKean Science Teacher
Ms S Mills Science Teacher
Mr D Gasparro Science Technician
LEARNING SUPPORTMrs L Crayton SEN Manager/SENCO
Miss H Bell Learning Support Assistant
Mr T Bracho Learning Support Assistant
Ms G Burridge Learning Support Assistant (part-time)
Miss N Davies Learning Support Assistant
Ms C Fayed Learning Support Assistant
Mrs A Gillum Learning Support Assistant (part-time)Ms C Hillier Learning Support Assistant HLTA
Mrs K Kisby Learning Support Assistant HLTA
Ms X Malley Learning Support Assistant
Mrs A Panesar Learning Support Assistant HLTA
Mrs L Towers Learning Support Assistant (part-time)
Mr D Noble Learning Support Assistant
Ms A Tarrant Learning Support Assistant HLTA
CURRICULUM SUPPORTMs S Geoffrey Team Leader Curriculum Support Department
Mr L Scott Learning Mentor
Ms C Gleisner Learning Mentor
PASTORAL SUPPORT
Mr A Baxter Pastoral Support Coordinator
COVER SUPERVISORSMr M Morandi
Mr D Griffith
LEARNING RESOURCES CENTRE
Mrs B Bell Librarian
EXTENDED LEARNING CO-ORDINATOR
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Ms S Brown (part-time)
CHAPLAINCYVacancy
SUPPORT STAFF-Mr J Edwards Business Manager
Ms K Humberstone PA to Headteacher
Ms R Khider Reprographics Officer
Mrs P OSullivan Receptionist
Mrs A Mylles Office Manager
Mr J Hughes Domestic Bursar and Examinations Officer
Mrs H Gill Finance Officer
Mr B Donovan IT Manager
Mr M Ridley IT Technician
Mr A Turner IT Technician (apprentice)
Mrs J Ralph HR, Work Experience and Student AdministrationMrs K Montagu Welfare/Attendance Officer
Mrs K Tullick Admissions Officer/6thForm Administration
Ms M Skinns Learning Support Administrator/Admin Support for Year 10 and 11
Uniform
Christs School has a strict uniform policy.(Please see School Uniform Policy below)
We believe this helps pupils take a pride in his/her appearance and promotes a
positive image of our school.
Pupils are expected to wear the full uniform tidily at all times.
Trainers or any type of canvas shoes are not acceptable as school shoes. Trousers
should be normal school trousers: denim or cord type material is not acceptable.
Pupils are not allowed to wear nail varnish and will be asked to remove it. Make up is
also not allowed
All pupils must wear the approved school uniform that is sold through the school
uniform shop via the school website.
All pupils
Royal Blue Blazer with school badge
Black school trousers
Collared white shirt/blouse
School House striped ties Red - Dickens
Blue - Elizabeth
YellowTurin
Green - Attenborough
School blue V neck pullover with yellow stripe around the neck
Formal black shoes - no high heels, training shoes or any type of
canvas shoes
Dark socks
Girls Navy blue pleated skirt (no more than 4cm above the knee)
If a skirt is worn then socks can be black or white, short or long;
alternatively black or navy blue tights may be worn.
PE Kit Reversible Sports ShirtHouse colours
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Polo ShirtHouse Colours
ShortsHouse Colours
SummerUniform
Navy socks
Trainers/football boots
School tracksuit (optional)
Waterproof Jacket with Christs logo
Sky blue polo shirt with school logo
All outer clothing, such as coats, hoodies, hats and caps etc. should be removed
upon entering the school.
School Uniform Policy
Why Christs School supports the wearing of school uniform:
We believe that there are a number of good, common-sense reasons why our pupils
should wear school uniform. They include:
1. Dressing for the occasion: One of the lessons learned while growing up is that
people dress differently for work and for leisure. We ask our pupils to leave
his/her leisurewear and sports gear for the evenings and weekends and to
dress suitably for his/her work as pupils at the school. When they start work,most pupils will be asked to wear clothing especially suited to the job. Often
employers send for a reference on former pupils and ask about his/her
appearance (which is ranked as important as attendance and timekeeping).
2. Reducing differences: Although some parents can afford to buy his/her
children the latest in casual or sportswear, many cannot. If all our pupils come
to school in school wear, these differences are much less obvious. Uniform
gives pupils an equality of appearance which discourages competition.
3. Cost:It costs less to buy items of school wear than to buy the latest fashion in
casual or sportswear.
4. A sense of belonging: Christs School is a small school with a long and proud
tradition. We think that dressing in school colours helps pupils to feel that they
belong to the school and to think and act like pupils. In addition, school
uniform encourages school discipline and a more positive attitude towards
work amongst pupils.
5. Security: If all of our pupils wear school uniform, it is much easier to spot
intruders quickly. The provision of a safe environment for our young people
must be a priority for us all.
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6. School Reputation: Rightly or wrongly, the public judge our school to some
extent by the appearance of our pupils. We are anxious that we create a
good impression and that our pupils (and his/her parents!) receive the credit
that they deserve.
What will happen if a pupil wears unacceptable clothing to school?
It is the responsibility of all staff to challenge the pupils who are not wearing
school uniform. This applies at all times throughout the day.
On a more formal basis, checks are carried out every morning and afternoon
by pupils tutors. Pupils found wearing unacceptable items during such a
check (or indeed noticed at any time) will be:
reminded of the need for co-operation
asked to report next day wearing acceptable clothes
Continuing lack of co-operation will lead to the above and also:
parents will be contacted to discuss our concerns and request his/hersupport with our uniform policy
If this fails to resolve the difficulty, the pupil will be subject to the Behaviour for
Learning sanctions which include detention or internal exclusion.
The following points should also be noted:
a pupil not wearing school uniform may be sent home to change if
he/she lives close to the school and a member of the family is at home
the school distinguishes between the pupil who is deliberately flouting
the school dress code, and the pupil who is temporarily not wearing
uniform because of immediate financial difficulties at home
full school uniform is also part of the Christs School contract which is
signed by both pupils and parents/guardians
How parents/guardians can help:
Ensure that your son or daughter comes to school properly dressed
each day and buy them, or get them to buy, items of clothing suitable
for school.
If there is a reason on a particular day for your son or daughter not to
be wearing uniform, then simply provide a note explaining the
situation.
We hope that by working together with parents we can provide the
highest possible standards at our school
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ValuablesValuable items such as iPods should not be brought into school. The school cannot
be held responsible for such items if this rule is ignored and valuable items are lost or
damaged. Musical instruments that have to be brought in should be stored in the
music block or at Student Services. We strongly recommend that instruments are
added to your home contents insurance.
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What to do if ..
a) My child cant do his/her homework:
See if one of his/her friends can help. (You will have an opportunity to join the
year group phone list at the first PTA event of the academic year.)
Write a note in your childs school planner to explain the problem.
Your child can attend the homework club which starts at 3.10pm until 4.00pmMonday to Thursday. We have specially trained staff to assist them.
b) My child has left his PE kit/cooking ingredients at home.
Bring them in to school. Hand them in at reception clearly marked with your childs
name and tutor group
c) My child has lost his school tie.
It is always worth having more than one of these. Pupils will be able to buy a new tie
from the pupil office price: 5.00. Check that everything for school is laid out the
night before
d) My childs school shoes are wet/ broken / lost.Send him/her into school in non-school shoes on the day with a note in the planner
from you saying when the situation will be resolved.
f) My child is unhappy at school.
It is very important that all our pupils enjoy his/her time at Christs. If you have any
concerns about your childs welfare either socially or academically please get in
touch with his/her form tutor or year head either by email (see the contact section of
this handbook) or by phoning the school and leaving a voice message.
Mrs Mylles and Mrs Ralph from the Student Services Office.