LEARNING AT HAUTLIEU 2016

Important Information for Year 10 Students and Parents Aim for the highest

Summa Petamus(Aim for the highest)

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Welcome to HautlieuAt Hautlieu every student is important and we take great care to understand the learning needs of each individual. We are proud of our high academic standards and we aim to support every student both in their learning and in their personal development.

The Aims of Hautlieu School Our school is a place where:

• We strive to excel in our learning

• We act to make a positive difference in everything we do

• We treat each other with respect, fairness and care

• We believe in our own capabilities to build a better world

And we are proud of it!

What should I expect of myself? Each day try and develop your mind so that it is lively and enquiring. Become confident in your learning. Work hard and enjoy it. Embrace the many opportunities Hautlieu will offer you so that you understand more about yourself and the world in which you live. In everything you do show respect for yourself, each other and all the people working in Hautlieu.

Hautlieu students are:

• Inquirers • Knowledgeable • Thinkers

• Communicators • Principled • Open mind

• Caring • Risk-takers • Balanced

• Reflective

Hautlieu has a very special and unique ethos. Look for it in how people calmly conduct themselves, how people talk to each other, how people behave towards each other. Begin to understand it and start to live within it. We expect you to demonstrate high standards of behaviour in your classroom and around the school. If a student falls below our expectations of behaviour, the school will apply a variety of sanctions and work closely with parents to resolve any issues that may arise.

We are delighted that you are at Hautlieu. Think about what being a Hautlieu student means to you and how you can achieve academic success.

Our Home School Agreement sets out our clear expectations for you and Hautlieu. Please read it with your parents and once you have signed it, return it to the school.

What can I expect of Hautlieu? We are committed to providing the very best education for you so that you achieve excellent levels of academic achievement and become a confident, independent and highly employable world citizen. Our ethos is focused upon you developing the capacities to make informed, rational and responsible decisions and to work in ways which enhance your self-respect and sensitivity to the needs of others, particularly those less advantaged than yourself.

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Learning at HautlieuIn Year 10 you will follow courses leading to a minimum of ten GCSE subjects by the end of Year 11. All students study English Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Science (Physics, Chemistry and Biology) and a Modern Foreign Language (French, Spanish or Mandarin Chinese). These constitute a minimum of seven GCSE’s you will then choose three optional subjects.

You will also follow non-examination courses. Core PE is a compulsory part of your education at Key Stage 4 and an area to which we attach great value. Our Core PE programme offers students the choice of a wide variety of games; athletics and dance activities which we hope will provide opportunities for enjoyment, fitness, learning and personal development.

Within this programme we also run other general options, for example: level 1 Sports Leaders Award. Participation in these programmes, which are nationally recognised aim to develop your leadership and communication skills through your coaching of young students from local primary schools.

You will also have one lesson per week of Personal and Social Education. This includes elements of Careers Guidance, Health Education (including Drugs Education), Citizenship, Ethical Issues and Spiritual Awareness.

If you show high ability in Art, Physical Education or triple Science you will be offered a course which extends your knowledge and understanding.

During the induction period you will be assessed in English, Maths and Science. These assessments are designed so that we can plan how we can support you to achieve your best.

GCSE grade changes from 2016From September 2016 new GCSE courses will change from grading A*-G to being assessed on a numerical scale, the higher the number, the better the result. Nine is the top grade, decreasing down to one at the bottom, and there’s still a U for candidates who fall below that level.

There continues to be discussion as to the comparison of “new” numerical grades to current A-G grades. Current plans are that a grade four is going to be set at the level of a current grade C. What this means practically is that the same proportion of students who would achieve at least a grade C now will achieve at least a grade four under the new system. A grade seven is going to be set at the level of the current A. Therefore grades four, five, and six cover current B/C and grade seven, eight and nine cover A and A*.

We will of course continue to keep you informed of relevant changes as they occur and as the new system becomes settled and clear.

GCSE Science 2016 - 2018All Yr 10 students will embark on a Triple Science programme which could lead to 3 GCSE’s at the end of Yr 11 in Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

GCSE Biology - achieved at the end of Year 11

GCSE Chemistry - achieved at the end of Year 11

GCSE Physics - achieved at the end of Year 11

It is our expectation that all students will complete the full Science programme.

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GCSE changes in English and MathematicsIn September 2016 Yr10 students will be the second cohort to study the newly revised GCSE programme in Mathematics, English Language and English Literature. These GCSE’s include revised content and also the grading structure 1-9.

The Mathematics GCSE will demand deeper and broader mathematical understanding. It will provide all students with greater coverage of key areas such as ratio, proportion and rates of change and require them to apply their knowledge and reasoning to provide clear mathematical arguments. It will focus on ensuring that every student masters the fundamental mathematics that is required for further education and future careers. It will provide greater challenge for the most able students by thoroughly testing their understanding of the mathematical knowledge needed for higher level study and careers in mathematics, the sciences and computing.

The English language GCSE will provide all students with a robust foundation of reading and good written English, and with the language and literary skills which are required for further study and work. It will ensure that students can read fluently and write effectively, and will have 20% of the marks awarded for accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar. It will also encourage the study of literature for those who do not take the English literature GCSE, with students reading high-quality texts across a range of genres and periods.

The new English literature GCSE will build on this foundation, and encourage students to read, write and think critically. It will involve students studying a range of intellectually challenging and substantial whole texts in detail including Shakespeare, 19th-century novels, Romantic poetry and other high-quality fiction and drama. The new GCSE will also ensure that all students are examined on some ‘unseen’ texts, encouraging students to read widely and rewarding those that can demonstrate the breadth of their understanding.

Enrichment activities range from the UK intermediate maths challenge to after-school sessions designed to provide enrichment and activities outside of the traditional GCSE course.

Homework and Coursework Homework and Coursework are set in order to help you develop in your learning. The tasks you are set will consolidate and reinforce your learning; neither homework nor coursework are optional. We expect you to take pride in your work and make sure it is given to your teachers on time. You will be provided with guidelines for the time to be spent on homework, a student planner to record what your teachers have asked you to do and a list of coursework deadlines. These are designed to help you – please use them. Individual departments also organise regular after school homework clubs to provide subject specific support for students. It is our intention to provide advance details of the homework expectations and the homework to be set in each subject, for the first six weeks of the autumn term.

We know some students have difficulty in organising their own work. If this is you, you will be supported in a variety of ways, such as:

• Subject teachers request that you attend homework support sessions when homework is not completed by a set deadline.

• Your mentor will help you organise your homework and coursework.

• Parents are contacted and asked to attend a meeting with your Academic Head of Year

ParentsAll subjects at GCSE will be set homework on a regular weekly basis. Students will be given sufficient time to complete the work and this may vary from a few days to a week. If your son/daughter does not complete and submit homework by the set day, they will be given a further 24 hours ‘grace’ in which to complete and hand to their teacher. Should a student not meet this short extension deadline they will automatically be required to attend the homework support sessions which will operate from 3.30 on a daily basis.

We would request you check the student planner regularly to support your son or daughter in their studies and reinforce the importance of homework. You are invited to comment in the planner should you wish to share any observations about homework or coursework with us.

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Monitoring Your Progress We will monitor your progress frequently to ensure that you are working to the best of your ability. Full written reports are issued to your parents annually. In Year 10 there are two subject based parents evenings. In addition interim progress checks, which indicate how you are working against set targets are issued termly. Parents are encouraged to contact the school whenever they have questions or queries.

School Prizes for Attainment and ProgressThe school organises a presentation evening at the end of Year 11 and a celebration at the end of Year 13 at which prizes are awarded for attainment and for effort and progress. Prizes are also awarded for outstanding achievement at GCSE Level and subject prizes are awarded at Advanced Level. In this way we are able to publicly recognise and celebrate the achievements and efforts made by our students.

Learning Resource Centre The Learning Resource Centre (LRC) is designed to enable students to have a focused area in which they can study complemented by a full library and extensive ICT facilities. The main area of the LRC has individual work stations and round tables suited to group work. The computing equipment dotted around the room is more suitable for individuals or pairs of students. There is also a quiet room which is used exclusively for silent self study. The LRC also holds workshops throughout the year enabling students to increase their knowledge of areas such as effective research and revision skills.

Students may also use this facility between 07.30 and 18:00 if parents have signed and returned the Out of Hours use by unsupervised students form.

GCSE Award Winners 2015

Year 11 GCSE A* A*-A A*-B 5A*-C 5A*- C (inc En & Ma)

% 8.8 33.7 68.3 93.9 88.3

Exam Results 2015

Subject Total A* A B C % A*-C % A*-G

Applied Art 41 13 17 6 5 100 100

Fine Art 52 16 18 9 8 98.1 100

Biology 105 11 37 43 13 99 100

Business Studies 41 2 7 14 11 82.9 100

Chemistry 106 14 35 32 24 99.1 100

Computing 33 0 1 19 8 84.8 100

Design & Technology 15 1 3 4 2 66.7 100

English Language 145 7 23 62 38 89.7 100

English Literature 145 9 29 64 34 93.8 100

French 96 8 27 27 30 95.8 100

Geography 46 4 19 15 8 100 100

Graphics 11 1 2 3 4 90.9 100

History 72 11 26 19 12 94.4 100

ICT 46 1 6 9 16 69.6 100

Methods in Maths 145 6 30 56 50 97.9 100

Applications in Maths 145 7 30 39 52 88.3 100

Music 18 0 7 8 2 94.4 100

Performing Arts 26 1 5 5 13 92.3 100

PE (single) 24 0 2 14 6 91.7 100

PE (double) 38 0 5 18 13 94.7 100

Portuguese 2 1 1 0 0 100 100

Physics 102 12 24 42 23 99 100

Religious Education 26 8 4 10 2 92.3 100

Science (Additional) 39 0 3 6 22 79.5 100

Science (Core) 145 8 59 50 28 100 100

Spanish 53 10 7 21 15 100 100

Totals 1717 151 427 595 439 % of Total 8.8 24.9 34.7 25.6

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Student Well Being

SafeguardingAt Hautlieu we are committed to ensuring that all students are safe in their environment and are not at risk in any form. Upon joining any concerns should be reported to our Child Protection Officer, Assistant Head Teacher Mr. Sheldrake or to Head Teacher, Mr. Falle. All disclosures are dealt with in a sensitive manner.

Student SupportWe have very strong student support systems at Hautlieu. These include support from mentors (form tutors), Academic Head of Year and Assistant Head Teacher responsible for Student Support, Mr. Sheldrake. We also have a dedicated qualified counsellor available in school.

Counselling

Information for Parents/Guardians and StudentsSchool counselling is the opportunity to talk about things that are of concern to a student, in confidence, with a qualified counsellor. What is spoken about will depend on the individual, but common themes are stress, relationships, change, loss and distressing or traumatic events. Counsellors are trained for this special type of work and are professionally managed and supervised. They work closely with school staff and other agencies. Counsellors work within a recognised code of ethics and practice such as that of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP). All counsellors receive supervision of their work with young people to ensure the quality of their practice and this is also confidential.

Why have a Counsellor in school?A school based service brings counselling to students in a place that is familiar, safe and secure. If students are able to receive emotional support from a qualified professional, they will have greater opportunity to fulfil their potential.

Is it confidential?A key feature of our service at Hautlieu School is that information discussed in the counselling session is treated confidentially. This includes not discussing the work with parents, unless the child or young person requests or gives consent for this. This can be hard for parents to accept at times, but ensuring the confidentiality of our work is crucial for establishing trust so that young people feel confident to speak openly and freely about what is concerning them. However, if a pupil appears to be at risk of significant harm it may be appropriate to seek help from other agencies to keep them safe. The counsellor would aim to discuss this first with the pupil concerned.

What if I don’t want my child to receive counselling?If a student requests counselling and is able to understand what is involved in the process, then they have the right to access counselling. Parents and carers may not deny them this right. We would, however, prefer that we have your support for the work, and we are always happy to talk with you about any concerns that you may have about the idea of counselling.

What if she/he refuses to have counselling?The decision about whether or not to take up the offer of counselling is entirely voluntary for students, just as it would be for an adult.

How does it work?Seeing a counsellor might be the student’s idea, or a parent or teacher might suggest it. Students can meet the counsellor first, to ask questions and find out more. Counselling is voluntary - it’s the student’s choice.

Will anything be written down?The counsellor will make some notes about what has been talked about in each session, and these are kept safely in a locked filing cabinet. All information written and discussed is private and confidential unless there is an agreed or overriding need to share this information in the student’s best interests.

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Using the Hautlieu ICT NetworkHautlieu School currently houses an extensive network of computers. It also implements some of the most modern innovations in ICT.

With all this in mind students are encouraged to use the facilities to their full potential which in turn provides a great benefit to their day to day learning.

Before a student can gain access to the ICT resources they must first sign an acceptable use policy. Students are required to state their intention to use the network appropriately and in accordance with the “Student Code of Conduct” (enclosed). Secondly students must agree to allow the school to monitor student usage across the network, be it with the use of monitoring software or simply checking through their home folder.

With these guidelines in place it allows Hautlieu to continue to offer exemplary ICT resources to students.

Before being allowed to use the Network, all students must obtain parental permission and both, you and your son / daughter must sign and return the enclosed form as evidence of your approval and their acceptance of the school rules on this matter.

Please be aware that failure to comply with the “Student Code of Conduct” could result in disciplinary action.

Internet & E-mail AccessWith the use of our high speed Internet connection and ease of access to the global network of computers, educational resources such as libraries, databases and bulletin boards along with the use of E-mail are all openly available. Families should be warned that some material accessible via the internet contains items that are illegal, defamatory, inaccurate or potentially offensive to some people.

Hautlieu controls its own highly effective Internet filtering system. Rarely students can access undesirable content either maliciously or without intent. We will endeavour to restrict access to this type of content through filtering. Unfortunately it is some times hard to find a happy medium between open and restricted access and over restriction may cause the global and dynamic nature of the internet to be lost.

We would be grateful if you would carefully consider both the advantages and disadvantages of having access to the School Network and Internet and then complete the permission form provided.

Additional e-safety Information for StudentsWhen using e-mail - be very careful when replying to emails or messages from unknown senders.

Be very careful if you agree to meet somebody whom you have previously only known online: remember that online identities are very easy to fake and the person who you are planning to meet may not be who he/she claims to be. Always tell somebody where and when you have arranged a meeting and take a responsible friend with you.

Do not make hurtful comments online about another person: cyber-bullying and online bullying will not be tolerated in school.

Be very careful about discussing any aspect of the school on websites as this may lead to accusations of inappropriate behaviour.

Remember that everything you do in cyberspace leaves a “digital footprint”. If you post a silly or potentially embarrassing photograph of yourself, or somebody else, online then that image may be copied, changed and distributed without your control and for a long time into the future. It is frequently impossible completely to remove any material that has been uploaded to the Internet.

In the context of this Acceptable Use Policy, “unsuitable” material is any material that a teacher says is “unsuitable”. If you are not sure about whether a specific item (document, image, audio file, video clip, etc) is “unsuitable” or if another person has any doubts about whether material is “unsuitable” then you must not continue to access the material until you have been given permission to do so by a teacher.

1. I agree that the rules contained in this document will apply to me at all times when I am using ICT hardware (computers, printers, portable storage devices, etc) and facilities (software, networks, charging sockets, etc) in my school even if the equipment that I am using belongs to me.

2. I agree that I will not deliberately modify, damage or vandalise school ICT equipment. If I accidentally break anything then I will tell a teacher immediately.

3. I agree that I will not bring my own ICT equipment to my school unless I have been given permission by a teacher. If I am allowed to bring my own ICT equipment then I will obey all the extra rules I will be given about how I can use my personal ICT equipment on-site. I agree that I will allow a monitoring program to be installed on my ICT devices if required. I also agree I will allow for my ICT devices to be inspected at any time by the school staff and am aware that it may be confiscated at any time if necessary.

4. I agree that I will always log-in using my own user name and password: I will not disclose my log-in details to anybody else. I agree that I will be responsible for everything that is done using my log-in details and for all files that are held in my personal storage area. If I think that somebody else has discovered my log-in details then I will tell the ICT Technician Team immediately so that my log-in details can be changed.

5. I agree that my use of home-owned and school ICT devices will be monitored and that everything I do may be recorded. I agree that I have no right to privacy and I agree to being monitored and recorded at all times. I realise that the results of this monitoring may be shared with other people if I break any of the rules or if my actions are of a criminal nature.

6. I agree that I will not access any websites, services, files or other resources that are blocked or which I know that I am not allowed to access.

7. I agree that my use of ICT in school will always be for educational purposes unless I have permission from a teacher for other uses at specific times.

8. I agree to never illegally download or upload copyright materials. Downloading copyright materials (including music and video files) without paying the appropriate licence fee is often a criminal act that will be treated as theft.

9. I agree that I will not try to view, send, upload or download material that is unsuitable for viewing in a school. If I accidentally see any unsuitable material then I will immediately close (but not delete, in the case of emails) the material and tell a teacher. I know I will not be punished if I view unsuitable material by accident and I realise that by reporting this I will help to improve the e-safety within the school.

10. I agree that I will not disclose personal details such as my home address and telephone numbers to other people nor log any personal details on websites while using ICT in my school. If I break this rule and disclose any personal details then I agree that all the details I disclose can be recorded and that the school will not be responsible for maintaining the security of the details that I have disclosed. I agree that I will never pass-on the personal details of another person without that person’s permission.

11. I agree that proper conduct must be maintained at all times while using ICT. I agree that I will not harass, bully, insult or attack others via email or any other means. The use of strong language, swearing or aggressive behaviour is not acceptable. I will be polite at all times.

I understand that if I break any of these rules then my access to ICT in school may be restricted or totally stopped. I understand that any inappropriate activities may also be reported to external authorities such as the police.

Computer Acceptable Use Policy – Student and Parent Permission Form, 2016.All students and parents will be required to sign the following agreement prior to admission to the school.

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Healthy School Committee

In recognising the role of good health in physical, intellectual and emotional wellbeing Hautlieu is committed in helping students understand the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. This is partly achieved through the sporting programme but also through personal, social and health education where attention is given to healthy eating and a wide range of areas related to emotional health. The student council play their part by liaising with the Restaurant to consider menus which would prove to be both popular and nutritious as well as organising events throughout the year. The school counsellor also plays a crucial role in supporting student’s well being.

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Year 10 France visit 2015

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Attendance and Holidays during term time We believe that full and punctual attendance can enhance a student’s academic performance. Therefore students in Years 10 & 11 are required to attend from 8.35am until the end of last lesson. No student is permitted to leave the school site unless written permission has been given.

We also cannot support any request for a student to be taken out of school for a holiday during term time. We know that any absences can only have a detrimental effect on a student’s education.

If for any reason your son/daughter will be absent from school, please ensure you contact Kate Raine, Assistant Secretary, between 8.00am and 8.30am. You can do this by telephone 736242 or email k.raine@hautlieu.sch.je

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Special Educational Needs & Disability Provision The school is committed to ensuring that every student’s needs are met. Therefore, prior to students’ entry to Hautlieu, we request any special needs information is sent to us from their schools in order to ensure that there is continuity in the support they receive. We also welcome advice or updates from parents who think students need support. While at Hautlieu, students with special learning needs will be given Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) and their progress will be reviewed on a regular basis by our Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO).

Public Examinations Entry fees to public examinations are paid by the school. Examination fees for any re-takes must be paid by parents. Full details of these will be made available via the Examinations Officer.

Careers Education and Guidance

Careers education and an understanding of the world of business and enterprise form an integral part of the curriculum throughout key stages 4 and 5. Students are encouraged to research their options and are guided to use the careers’ library and computer software. All students undertake a two week work experience in the spring term of Year 10. A full programme of support is provided which enables students to make informed decisions as to their future choices of either A-Level or International Baccalaureate Diploma in our 6th Form.

Extra-curricular ActivitiesWhether you play sport, sing in a band, rehearse for a play, organise a charity event or serve Christmas lunch to Senior Citizens, involvement in school life outside lessons is invaluable. You will broaden your experience, develop relationships with members of staff in a less formal context than the classroom, develop interests which may last throughout your life and generally increase your maturity and personal fulfilment. A full programme of activities is published at the beginning of the Autumn Term.

School CouncilThe school council is a group of students who are elected to represent the views of all students. The council features representatives from all year groups as well as the Head Boy and Girl and Deputies. In addition to meeting as a general forum with a senior member of staff the council divides into a number of sub-committees focusing on areas such as

charity, conservation, the school building and learning. The Hautlieu school council has a long and proud history of achievement and have been closely involved in organising some of our most important projects, such as the annual charity event ‘Chique Week’. We aspire to involve all students in the work of the council, be it through standing for election as a year or mentor group representative, voting or passing on ideas.

Additional Music Tuition Instrumental music tuition is available through the island’s peripatetic team for woodwind, brass, strings and percussion instruments. Arrangements are normally made for students who have been receiving tuition in their previous schools to continue to do so. Parents wishing to have tuition arranged for their son/daughter should contact the Music Department.

Parent Focus Group Over the past two years we have successfully established a ‘focus group’ of interested parents at key stage 4 and year 12 and year 13. These groups meet termly with the Academic Head of Year and a member of the senior leadership team to discuss a wide range of issues related to their respective year/s. These focus groups have provided an additional opportunity for effective and informative two-way communication between the school and parents, together with an open and responsive approach to parental suggestions on matters associated with key stage 4 and the wider school.

The Sixth Form Most of the students who join Hautlieu in Year 10 go on to study AS and A-Level subjects or the International Baccalaureate Diploma in our Sixth Form. There is a wide range of courses and a full programme of enrichment activities. Hautlieu Sixth Form has an excellent reputation, both on the island and nationally, for outstanding results and for success in gaining students’ entry into the university courses of their choice. We also pride ourselves on high standards of careers advice and preparation for the world of work.

Entry to the sixth form is dependent on the student reaching the following criteria:

• achieving a minimum of 5 GCSEs A* - C which must include a minimum grade C in English. For some sixth form courses a GCSE minimum of grade B is required - Please see our sixth form prospectus for full details.

• demonstrating the skills, maturity and behaviour appropriate to academic study

RestaurantHautlieu’s school restaurant ‘Highview’ is open from 8.00am to 8.30am and 9.00am to 2.15pm. A wide selection of hot and cold food is served.

Off site visitsDuring the time your son / daughter is at Hautlieu he / she will be asked to attend general off-site activities. They will travel by coach or walk depending on the location of the activity. We will inform parents / guardians in advance of each activity they will be attending. Rather than ask for consent forms to be completed for every general off-site activity, for which the element of risk is similar to that encountered in daily life, we ask you to complete the off-site visit form. This form will give consent to your son / daughter for off-site on island visits throughout his / her attendance at Hautlieu.

If your son / daughter’s medical condition / information changes during their time at Hautlieu, from when you first completed the off-site visit form, please inform us in writing, as soon as possible.

For on island visits of an outdoor and adventurous nature, which may have a perceived extended risk, parents will be asked to sign a specific consent form.

Out of Hours Supervision during Term TimeDuring term time students may use a limited range of facilities unsupervised if their parents / guardians complete the Out of Hours Use form and return it to the school office.

This permission, which is a requirement of the Department for Education, Sport and Culture and the States Insurers, will apply for the duration of the students time at Hautlieu School

Access: Monday to Friday (07:30 – 08:30 and 15:20 – 18.00)

Facilities available: Learning Resource Centre, Restaurant, Hall, Drama Studios, Music, Media and Editing Suite, Art & Design Centre.

• Only those who have completed and returned the Out of Hours Supervision form will be allowed to stay on the premises.

• A secure radio set, operated by push buttons is installed at the main entrance of the school. This allows students and visitors to communicate directly with the duty caretaker, when required.

• A free telephone service is also located outside reception for students to contact parents / guardians, though this is restricted to local (non mobile) numbers.

• A closed circuit TV system monitors the external and internal areas of the whole school at all times.

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China Visit 2016

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Opening Times during the School HolidayOpening times: 09:00 to 14:00

Spring Half Term, Easter Holiday period, Summer Half Term and the Final two weeks of the Summer Holiday

Facilities available: Learning Resource Centre

• Students can gain access to the school during holidays between the times detailed above.

• Every student entering the site during a school holiday must sign in and out using the provided visitor list.

• Students wishing to access the premises during a school holiday will need to have discussed the required procedure with their teacher before hand.

• The caretaker will monitor the building during the holiday and may challenge any students to present their Student ID Card and confirmation that they are a Hautlieu student.

Fair Processing Notice - Data Protection (Jersey) Law 2005.Hautlieu school and the Department for Education, Sport and Culture hold information on students in order to run the education system, and in doing so have to comply with the Data Protection (Jersey) Law 2005. This means amongst other things, that the data held about students must only be used for specific purposes allowed by law. We are therefore writing to tell you about the types of data held, why that data is held, and to whom it may be passed.

The school is a data controller and holds information on students in order to support their teaching and learning, to monitor and report on their progress, to provide appropriate pastoral care, to enable students to access resources and to assess how well the school as a whole is doing. This information includes contact details, assessment results, attendance information, characteristics such as first language, special education needs and any relevant medical information.

The school also uses a biometric fingerprint Electronic Management System for the loaning of books. Please note that NO copy of the fingerprint image is made. Alternatively, a unique secure identification number is mathematically generated from student fingerprints that is meaningless to any other database other than the one used to issue books to students.

From time to time we are required to pass on some of this data to the Department of Education, Sport and Culture. When a student is transferring to another school or college, Hautlieu School and / or the Department for Education, Sport & Culture will pass on all information relevant to the education and care of the student to the other institution, in accordance with our public function. Information is also passed to the UK, examination and assessment organisations for processing. The resultant information is returned to both schools and the Department for Education, Sport and Culture. If your son or daughter is shortly to leave their current school and to ensure their continuing education and care, details held in their files will be passed on to Hautlieu School.

The Department for Education, Sport and Culture (DfESC) uses information about students to carry out specific functions for which it is responsible, to evaluate and develop education policy and to monitor the performance of the education service as a whole. Information will also be used to assess any special educational needs the student may have. It also uses the information to derive statistics to inform decisions on (for example) the funding of schools, and to assess the performance of schools and set targets for them. The statistics are used in such a way that the individual students cannot be identified from them. On occasion, anonymised information may be shared with other States Departments or agencies strictly for statistical or research purposes only. Hautlieu School is also requested on occasion to supply information to the Population Office to confirm attendance for housing and / or identification cards.

Contact details are also provided to the Department for Health and Social Services and Family Nursing & Homecare in order that parents may be contacted regarding child health programmes, such as the dental screening scheme and the vaccination programme.

Students, as data subjects, have certain rights under the Data Protection (Jersey) Law, including a general right of access to personal data held on them, with parents exercising this right on their behalf if they are too young to do so themselves. If your son / daughter wishes to know what information the school is holding on them, or you wish to do so on their behalf, this can be done through a subject access request. This is a formal procedure which is started in the first instance by contacting the school in writing. The school is allowed to charge a maximum of £30 for supplying the information. If you believe the Department of Education Sport and Culture or the examination or assessment organisations hold personal data then the data protection officer for these organisations should be contacted to initiate a subject access request process. Details may be obtained from The Department for Education, Sport and Culture.

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Documentation available upon request from the School Office• Animals in Science

• Anti-Bullying Policy

• Attendance and Punctuality Policy

• Child Protection Policy

• Community Use Policy

• Cover Policy

• Critical Incident Policy (inc. Influenza Pandemic)

• Data Protection Policies and Procedures

• Drugs Education Policy

• Equal Opportunity Policy

• Examinations Policy (inc. Appeals Procedure, IB and plagiarism)

• Home School Links

• Health & Safety Policy

• IB Academic Honesty

• IT Policy

• Language Policy

• Whole School Policy on Learning (inc: Assessment Homework / Curriculum Policy / Gifted and talented / IB)

• Restraint Policy

• Sex and Relationship Policy

• Spiritual Moral Social and Cultural Development Policy

• Statement for Dealing with Formal Complaints

• Whole School Food Policy

• Work Related Learning/Activities/Community Service

• Annual Report to Governing Body

• School Aims

• School Development Plan

Please note that all rights under the Data Protection (Jersey) Law to do with information about your son / daughter rest with them as soon as they are old enough to understand these rights. This will vary from one student to another and you will wish to consider the position for your son / daughter, but, as a broad guide, it is considered that most students will have a sufficient understanding by the age of 12. We would therefore encourage you to share this information with your son / daughter.

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Complaints ProceduresHautlieu seeks to resolve any issue quickly and successfully. Early contact with the school on any issue is encouraged. However, should the matter be of a more serious nature, please contact the Head teacher to discuss your concerns. If required, the matter can be referred to the governing body.

Travelling to schoolThe States of Jersey have adopted a sustainable travel policy and are committed to reducing the volume of peak hour traffic levels to and from St Helier. We would like to encourage all our students and parents to consider alternatives to the car as a means of getting to school. Using the school bus service, cycling or walking will all contribute to a more sustainable and healthy future.

A school bus service operates across the island and Hautlieu students who use the service to get to school will disembark on Wellington Road. Students then need to cross the road to walk along the designated path leading to the Oakfield Sports Centre. We would advise all parents to stress to their son / daughters the importance of crossing this busy road with care.

At the end of the day, a shuttle bus service arrives at Hautlieu to take students to Jersey College Girls car park and our staff supervise students as they board the buses in order to join the service which will take them to their destination. Thus, no Hautlieu student need walk to JCG car park.

Hautlieu staff are not available at JCG car park. Hautlieu students will be told of the schools expectations and asked to behave in a responsible and safe way, as they would be expected to do when normally changing buses. We would be grateful if you could support us in encouraging your son / daughter to act in a responsible manner whilst at JCG.

Hautlieu students are generally very mature in their attitude and we are confident they will continue to uphold the high standards of behaviour and co-operation characteristic of Hautlieu students. However, please remind your son/daughter to behave sensibly and safely at all times.

Should you wish to discuss any issues related to the school bus service, please contact the school office, who will be pleased to assist you.

Car drop off: Parents who bring their children to school by car are advised that they should drop students at the designated ‘drop off area’at the front of the school buildings and not in the car park adjacent to Oakfield Sports Centre.

Bicycles: Bicycle rails are provided for secure parking of bicycles in front of the Oakfield Sports Centre and on the Piazza area adjacent to the school restaurant.

What do I need to arrange as a Parent?Medical InformationWhen a student starts school at Hautlieu their parent/guardian is required to complete a New Student Entry Form, which should include details of the student’s medical information including allergies, serious illness, accidents or operations and any regular treatment or medication. This information is recorded in the student’s individual records on the school data base.

There is a purpose built medical room in school which accommodates two students. If a student feels unwell during school hours and are in a lesson they should get permission from their teacher and then go to the school office for admission to the medical room. If they are not in a lesson they should go to the school office. Whilst in the medical room the student will be checked by a member of the office staff at regular intervals. If the student does not recover and needs to go home during the school day, permission should be sought from the Academic Head of Year and their parent/guardian will be contacted by telephone to collect their son or daughter from school.

Hautlieu School has numerous first aid trained staff and has an established process where first aid is administered via the central office in emergencies only. The first aid trained personnel on site will administer first aid in accordance with the St John’s Ambulance training received and parents will be contacted if the school believe that further medical assistance is required or if your son / daughter is feeling unwell and has been sent to the Medical Room.

From time to time, the school receives requests for medication to be administered through the school office. In normal circumstances, parents take responsibility for the medication of their son / daughter and students will be expected to bring the required medication to school and self medicate during the day.

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Please be aware that all staff have been informed that they must not supply or administer any medication to students. This includes pain relieving tablets and throat lozenges.

On rare occasions, we are contacted by parents requesting for their son / daughter to have their medication stored and administered from the school office. Parents who request this service are asked to write to the Head Teacher in order for a decision to be made as to whether the school can assist a student who needs medication. If in the future, you feel that circumstances have changed and you would like to make such a request of the Head Teacher, please contact the school office in writing. A decision will then be made on the individual merit of the request.

DepositOn entry to Hautlieu we collect a £10 deposit from Students. Deductions from deposits are typically made to cover the cost of minor breakages. Non-returned books or significant damage to equipment will be invoiced separately.

Please make a cheque payable to ‘Hautlieu School’ and return it with the New Student Entry Form.

Non accidental damage to equipment by a student will be charged to the parent at replacement cost.

This deposit is returnable on application to the school finance office at the end of your son / daughters time at Hautlieu. Alternatively, you may wish to make a donation to the school or the Hautlieu Trust (see enclosed Hautlieu Trust Flyer).

Locker KeysAll students will be allocated a locker for the safe storage of personal property. A charge of £5 will be made for replacement keys. If a student forgets a locker key, a Caretaker can open lockers but a donation of 50p to charity will be requested.

UniformStudents in Yr 10 & 11 at Hautlieu are required to wear a suit and the school tie (boys only). They are expected to look clean and tidy (i.e. shirts tucked in) and meet the requirements listed below. The use of mobile phones and personal entertainment devices such as ipods and other MP3 players are acceptable at breaks and lunchtimes but are not permitted during lesson time. Continual misuse of mobile telephones or ipods during lessons will result in confiscation.

Boys

• Suit (Black)

• White shirt and school tie

• Black shoes (not trainers)

• Black socks

Girls

• Black suit or tailored trousers (no Leggings or Jeggings are permitted)

• White fitted blouse with collar

• Black socks

• Black low heeled shoes (not trainers)

Badges

• Hautlieu school lapel badges (Optional)

Outdoor Garments: Should be smart, functional and dark in colour.

Performing Arts: Plain black or navy tracksuit trousers/leggings and department polo shirt (available from school)

Notes: 1. Denim clothing of any form is not acceptable.

2. Make up and jewellery should be discrete. Studs may be worn in ears (one per ear) Facial piercing/jewellery is not acceptable.

3. Hair should be worn neat and tidy. Extremes of hairstyles or colour are not permitted.

4. Specialist clothing offered by departments e.g. sports kit, performing arts etc should only be worn during those lessons.

Parents will be informed of recommended stockists.

(Core) PE Kit RequirementsThe following is a list of acceptable PE kit to be used indoors or outdoors as appropriate.

Indoor Kit (Boys and Girls)

• White polo shirt with school logo

• Navy blue shorts

• White socks

• White training shoes

Outdoor Kit (Boys and Girls)

• Navy blue Rugby/Hockey shirt (reversible)

• Navy blue shorts

• White football socks

• Football/Hockey boots as appropriate

Optional Extras (for cold weather)

• Plain navy blue sweatshirt

• Plain navy blue tracksuit bottoms

• Shinpads/mouthguard as appropriate

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Year 10 Outdoor Activities Visit

EquipmentYou will need to make sure you have the following as a minimum requirement for your lessons:

• Black pens

• Highlighter pens

• Coloured pens

• Pencils

• Ruler

• Eraser

• Scientific calculator

• Mathematical instruments

• Dictionary

Have you completed and returned the following forms?1. New Entrant Form with £10 deposit2. Home School Agreement3. Computer Acceptable Use Form4. Off-site visit and Out of Hours Use Form5. Subject Choices Form6. GO4 Schools Form

Please email or telephone us if you have any further questions about Hautlieu.

Summa Petamus(Aim for the highest)

Hautlieu SchoolWellington Road, St. Saviour, Jersey JE2 7TH

Telephone: (01534) 736242 Fax: (01534) 789349E-Mail: office@hautlieu.sch.je

www.hautlieu.co.uk

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