Just in case anyone has lost or misplaced the letter issued on 10th July, a copy is given below with information relating to the start of the 09/10 academic year.

Dear Parent/Carer

As we approach the end of the academic year, I would like to thank you for all your support. The arrangements for the final day of term will be that the students will follow a programme of sessions which will prepare them for our new ways of working in the Autumn and they will be dismissed from school at 12.10pm.  Any student who is entitled to a free school meal will be provided with a meal.

There are a number of changes for September which are as follows:

School Day and Breaks

The school will move to a 2 breaks system of  30 minutes.  During these times all students will have the opportunity to socialise and use the canteen facilities.

Registration will be moved to 10.25am and  first lesson will begin at 8.25am.
Punctuality is therefore essential.

Pastoral Systems

All years have been designated a Head of Year (HoY) who will follow them through their school career from Year 8 to Year 1 1.  All students will meet their HoY on the last day of term

Standards
The school is proud of its standards which we believe are the route of our success. I would like to take the opportunity to gain your support on emphasising the importance of attendance, punctuality and uniform.  A reminder of the correct uniform is:

• Grey Trousers or skirt (not charcoal)
• Black or brown shoes (not trainers)
• Outdoor coat (no hooded tops or fleeces)

Can I also remind you that mobile phones and  MP3 players are strictly forbidden.
Any found will be confiscated and returned at the end of the week to a parent.

First day  back arrangements

Students to arrive and depart at the following times:
Friday 4th September

Year 13                1 .00pm  to            2.50pm
Monday  7th September

Year 7                  8.25am  to     2.50pm
Year 8                 1025am  to     12.20pm
Years 9, 10 & 11       12.50pm  to    2.50pm
Years 12 & 13         8.25am  to     2.50pm

Students will receive timetables, have a tour of the school and be updated on school
procedures.

I  wish  you  all  a  fantastic  summer  break  and  look forward  to  working with  you  again  in
September.

Best wishes

Martin Fleetwood

Principal