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Tuesday, 20 October 2015


An excellent and holistic education

broadening horizons and pushing boundaries

Pastoral Overview


What is a Prep School?

Independent schools for young people

First opened opened in 1800s

Run until Year 8

High level of subject specialism

Over 600 schools

IAPS

Broad and varied range of opportunities


Makes us unique!

Stretches and challenges your children

Supports and cares for them


Being a Prep School

We will keep them busy

Curriculum Overview

Years 3-4

National Curriculum of England and Wales

Years 5-8

ISEB Common Entrance

National Curriculum of England and Wales

Years 9-11

GCSE –General Certificate of Secondary Education

Years 12-13

A Levels

Year 3 & 4

Security of a Class Teacher

Some specialist teaching

Year group projects

Head of Year to coordinate pastoral and academic matters

Organisation and time management

Well prepared

Ready to fly!


English – grammar, punctuation, spelling, reading, writing, handwriting, speaking and listening

Maths – setting for maths

Science

Arabic

Islamic Studies and Social Studies

Design & Technology/ Art

Drama

French/Spanish/Mandarin

Information & Communication Technology (ICT)

Music

P.E. & Swimming

The Curriculum

Specialist Teachers

• Arabic

• Drama

• MFL - French/ Spanish/ Mandarin

• Music

• PE

• Swimming

• Islamic and Social Studies

Years 5 & 6

Specialist Teaching


Years 7 & 8

Common Entrance

Role models

Young Leaders

Those years at Prep School, I am convinced,

can have tremendous benefits. They are two

years that really can make a difference.

John Baugh, Headmaster of The Dragon School, Oxford


…the confidence to strike out for the best that they can be,

at whatever that might be. Unafraid of risk, able to

juggle more than they can reasonably handle, adept at

recovering from the inevitable disappointments, the Year

8 leavers go forward prepared for life. And that is

priceless.

Helen Torlesse, IAPS Parent, (Attain Magazine)


The Year 3 Team

Mrs Wolstanholme – Head of Year

Miss Godfrey

Miss Pugh

Mrs O’Halleron

Miss Ward

The Year 4 Team

Mrs Eggar – Head of Year

Miss Wright – Acting Head of Year

Mrs Nation-Grainger

Mrs Merren

Mr Evans

Mrs Coles

a caring, family-centered community in

which children develop as confident,

curious and responsible individuals

ready to take risks and to be the best

that they can be.

The Prep School is

Parents’ Introduction

The Leader in Me

Overview of The Leader in Me

The Leader in Me:

1. Is a process designed to help teachers develop

leadership skills in the pupils.

2. Helps pupils discover their unique strengths.

3. Gives all pupils an opportunity to shine.

4. Helps infuse the language of the 7 Habits into

all areas of the curriculum.

21st Century Skills

1. Creativity and Innovation

2. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

3. Communication and Collaboration

4. Flexibility and Adaptability

5. Initiative and Self-Direction

6. Social and Cross-Cultural Skills

7. Productivity and Accountability

8. Leadership and Responsibility

The 7 Habits and Life Skills

What Parents and Business

Leaders Want 21st Century Life Skills

The 7 Habits of Highly

Effective People®

INDEPENDENCE Habits 1–3

• Goal setting

• Organization

• Time management

• Planning

• Initiative

• Responsibility

• Self-direction

• Personal productivity

• Be Proactive®

• Begin With the End in Mind®

• Put First Things First®

INTERDEPENDENCE

Habits 4–6

• Teamwork

• Conflict management

• Creativity

• Analytical skills

• Problem solving

• Communication

• Collaboration

• Cross-cultural skills

• Think Win-Win®

• Seek First to Understand,

Then to Be Understood®

• Synergize®

RENEWAL Habit 7

• Fun

• Desire to learn

• Good health and hygiene

• Meaningful work

• Emotional stability

• Technical skills

• Sharpen the Saw®

(Body, Heart, Mind, Spirit)

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

Habit 1: Be Proactive®

I am a responsible person. I take

initiative. I choose my actions, attitudes,

and moods. I do not blame others for my

wrong actions. I do the right thing without

being asked, even when no one is

looking.

Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind®

I plan ahead and set goals. I do things that

have meaning and make a difference. I am

an important part of my classroom and

contribute to my school’s mission and

vision. I look for ways to be a good citizen.

Habit 3: Put First Things First ®

I spend my time on things that are most

important. This means I say no to things I

know I should not do. I set priorities, make

a schedule, and follow my plan. I am

disciplined and organized.

Muriel Summers

Habit 4: Think Win-Win ®

I balance courage for getting what I want

with consideration for what others want.

When conflicts arise, I look for a win-win

solution.

Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood

®

I listen to other people’s ideas and feelings. I

try to see things from their viewpoint

(paradigm). I listen to others without

interrupting; I listen with my ears, my eyes,

and my heart. I am confident in voicing my

ideas.

Habit 6: Synergize®

I value other people’s strengths and learn

from them. I get along well with others;

even people who are different than me. I

work well in groups. I seek out other

people’s ideas because I know that by

teaming with others, we can create better

solutions than what any one of us could

alone. I look for Third Alternatives.

Muriel Summers

Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw

®

I eat right, exercise, and get enough sleep

(body). I learn in lots of ways and lots of

places, not just at school (brain). I spend

time with family and friends (heart). I take

time to find meaningful ways to help people

(soul). I balance all four parts of myself.

Quote

“Leadership is communicating a person’s

worth and potential so clearly that they are

inspired to see it in themselves.”

—Dr. Stephen R. Covey

The Houses


The House System

House Masters

House Tutors

House Rooms

House Events

House Spirit!

Bithna – Mr Scott

Fujairah – Mrs O’Halleron

Jahili – Miss Facey

Hosn – Miss White

The House Master and Mistresses

Pastoral Care

PUPIL

PARENTS SCHOOL

Pastoral Care in Year 5

Talent wins games, but teamwork and

intelligence win championships.

Michael Jordan

The Curriculum

Broad and Balanced!

An Overview of Year 3


Year 3 Curriculum Overview

Autumn 1 Autumn 2 Spring 1 Spring 2 Summer 1 Summer 2

Topic The World

Around Me

Incredible India

Myths

The

Extraordinary

Egyptians

Evacuees Let the games begin!

(Rio Olympics)

Trips and

Special

Events

Roald Dahl Day

Environment

Heroes Day (dress

up day)

Indian themed

Day:

Dress up day

Litter pick at the

beach! World Book Day

Ancient Egyptian

Museum (dress

up day)

Evacuation Day:

(dress up day)

An Overview of Year 4


Year 4 Curriculum Overview

Autumn 1 Autumn 2 Spring 1 Spring 2 Summer 1 Summer 2

Topic The Tudors Hot and Cold Explorers

The poles and

rainforests

Where in the world?

Our active planet and

country projects

Events Tudor Day

Snow Day

Year 4 show

Adventure day

Reading at Home

10 minutes a night. The pupils should be reading for pleasure. They are encouraged to change their books for home regularly and keep a log of the books they are reading.

Guided Reading

One session of guided reading a week.

Guided reading book level is at a slightly higher level than the books sent home as a lot of discussion is done around the story.

Library Books

Book borrowing once a week in class time.

These books often lend themselves to paired reading with an adult or sibling.

Bug Club

Electronic resource where children can access books at home via the internet.

Each story book has comprehension questions linked with it.

Reading

Prep is given out each week on Thursday and is expected to be completed by the following Tuesday

In Year 3 six additional non-compulsory tasks are given out every half term. You can choose when and how you complete these. Handing them into your child’s teacher will earn them extra praise and maybe even some Mystickers.

Prep

Show My Homework

Update


Reporting

Autumn Term Pastoral Parents Evening

Grade Card

Parents Evening

Interim Report

Spring Term Exams - February

Half Term Grade Card

Parents’ Meetings

Interim report

Summer Term Half Term Grade Card

Exams - June

Full Report

Reporting and Communication

Rewards and Sanctions

MyStickers

Quick Points

And lots more……….

Rewards in the Prep School



CreditsMystickers

Departmentalcongratulations

NoteinplannerToparents,tutor&HMMs

Verbalorwrittenpraise

Emailhome

SilverCertificateStaroftheMonthAchievementonEngage

BronzeCertificateHouseAssemblymention

PrepSchoolSpecialAwardClassroomChampion–PrepPost&GoldSticker

Academic,Social,Creative,SportingLetterhome&PrepPostmention

GoldCertificateLetterhome

GoanExtraMileBoardAchievement&GoldSticker

PlatinumCertificateLetterhome

SpeechDay

Prizes

MonthlyawardsByDepartment

EffortCertificateLetterhome

HouseColoursLetterhome

Prep School

Rewards and Awards Cascade

2015 - 2016

Encouraging everyone to

‘Be the best that they can be’

NoteonEngageToteachers&HMMs

SchoolColours

Doubly rewarding – unlock points and win prizes online!

• Pupils log in to www.MyStickers.co.uk

• Log your rewards by entering the unique 6 digit code in to the “Enter Code Here” field. •Stickers and Rewards then instantly appear in your online album

http://www.mystickers.co.uk/

Praising and exemplifying positive behaviour is at the heart of

Brighton College’s ethos

Table points

Star of the Week

Playground Awards

Pen Licenses

Be the best that I can be

Help others be the best that they can be

Rewards in Years 3 and 4

Each day is a fresh start.

We have visual aids in each class to help remind

the children about the choices they make in terms of

their behaviour.

After several verbal warnings and giving the children

the chance to modify their behaviour they may be held

in for 5 minutes of their playtime in order for them to

reflect further on how they have reacted to a situation.

Sanctions

How does the Quick Point system work?

Q: How are Quick Points tracked?

A: The Quick Points are added onto and

logged on Engage.

Tutors / Class Teachers are then able to see

how many have been received.

Q: What happens if I get Quick Points?

A: Tutors /Class Teachers will speak to your child

about their behaviour, the choices that were made

and ways to prevent it happening again.

We want to help!

If the issues continue, the House Master / Mistress will

become involved, there may be a House Detention and

parents may be contacted.

When will Quick Points be given?

(Warnings will always be given first…)

• persistent late or unfinished prep;

• calling out or misbehaving;

• constantly leaving items around the school;

• not tucking shirts in;

• wearing the wrong shoes;

• being in areas of the school where pupils are not

permitted;

• breaking the Prep School Rules.

As young leaders, children are taught that they are

responsible for

their own behaviour.

These sanctions are put in place to help everyone

benefit from a happy

and secure community.

Break and Lunch Time

Children who have cold packed lunches should also bring

in a healthy snack for break time

Children need to bring hats and water bottles everyday.

Hats should be worn outside- no hat no play policy.

If children want to access the astro-turf during playtimes

they must bring in trainers to change into.

PSHE

weekly lessons by the House Tutor

Side by Side with Tutor Time

React to current situations and the children’s needs

Monthly Values

3 Strands Healthy Body & Mind

Life Skills

Relationships


Co-Curricular

2015-2016 Simon Crane


Co-Curricular

2015 to 2016

Sport Football, Rugby, Netball,

Swimming, Cricket, Volleyball, Badminton, Basketball

Performing and

Visual Arts Music, Drama, Theatre, Art,

Photography

Activities & Clubs Charity, IA, House, Societies,

Events, Library, ICT, Leadership, Competitions

Trips & Visits Residential (UAE, Abu Dhabi and beyond), BSME Games,

Theatre & Concert visits

Community Service Developing compassionate and charitable individuals

3 Tiers of Service


Serving the BCAD Community

Serving the Local UAE Community

Serving the Global Community

The Tree of Education Educating the whole child

SPORT & EXERCISE

PERFORMING PUBLIC SPEAKING

CURIOSITY & RISK TAKING

ACADEMIC STUDIES

MUSIC EXTRA CURRICULAR INTERESTS

SERVICE

TEACHING & LEARNING

A COMPLETE EDUCATION

COMPREHENSIVE PASTORAL CARE

LIFE SKILLS

What to do if there is a problem

Talk to the subject teacher

Talk to the class teacher

Get in contact with Mrs Wolstanholme or Miss Wright

Contact Miss Sands

Contact Mrs Robitaille

Email is often the easiest way to get in contact with us

and then if needed we can arrange a meeting to

discuss any matters further.

Communication

It seemed rather incongruous that in a society of

super sophisticated communication, we often

suffer from a shortage of listeners.

Author: Erma Bombeck

Key Dates for Autumn Term

2015


Dates for Week 9


Event Date Time

Year 5 Parents Meetings Tues 27th Oct 4:30pm

Year 7 Parents Meetings Wed 28th Oct 4:30pm

Fujairah Fun Day Thurs 29th Oct All Day

Dates for Week 10


Event Date Time

Year 4 Tudor Day Mon 2nd Nov All day

Year 6 Parents Meetings Mon 2nd Nov 4:30pm

Year 3 Hero's Day Thurs 5th Nov All Day

Dates for Week 11


Event Date Time

House Match Week: Prep & Senior Sun 8th Nov to Thurs 12th Nov

Prep Opening Morning Mon 9th Nov 9:00am

Staff Recital Performance Mon 9th Nov 6:00pm

Instrumental Parents Evening Tues 10th Nov 4:30pm

Remembrance Day Wed 11th Nov

Dates for Week 12


Event Date Time

Science Week (Whole College) Sun 15th to Thurs 19th Nov

Year 3 Kayaking Trips Sun 15th, Mon 16th and Tues 17th Nov All Day

Dates for Week 13


Event Date Time

Year 6 Trip to RAK Sun 22nd to Tues 24th Nov

ADISSA Swim Gala @ Brighton Mon 23rd Nov 3:00pm

Year 4 Show Tues 24th Nov 6:30pm

Year 7 Trip to RAK Tues 24th to Thurs 26th Nov

ADISSA Football Tournament Fri 27th Nov 9:00am

Debate Dubai Sat 28th Nov All Day

Dates for Week 14


Event Date Time

Martyrs Day Holiday Mon 30th Nov All Day

College National Day Celebrations Tues 1st Dec All Day

National Day Holiday Wed 2nd to Thurs 3rd Dec

Dates for Week 15


Event Date Time

House Match Week: Prep & Senior Sun 6th Dec to Thurs 10th Dec

ADISSA Sports Tournaments Sun 6th to Fri 11th Dec

Jahili Fun Day Mon 7th Dec

Year 6 Show Tues 8th Dec 6:30pm

Year 5 Camping Trip Tues 8th to Wed 9th Dec

Trinity Drama Performance Wed 9th Dec 4:30pm

Co-Curricular Activities END Thurs 10th Dec

Dates for Week 16


Event Date Time

House Finals Week: Prep & Senior Sun 13th to Wed 16th Dec

SS ‘A Midsummer Nights Dream’ Mon 14th & Tues 15th Dec 6:30pm

Year 3 India Day Wed 16th Dec All Day

Prep School Festive Concert Wed 16th Dec 6:00pm

END OF TERM Thurs 17th Dec 12:00 noon

The potential possibilities of any child are the

most intriguing and stimulating in all creation.

Author:

Ray L. Wilbur

Questions?

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