Welcome Booklet Yr 7 2013-14

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KINGSBURY SCHOOL & SPORTS COLLEGE

Welcome Book 2013

Dear Year 7 student,

Welcome to Kingsbury School and SportsCollege.

I hope that you are looking forward to coming toKingsbury. You will be joining a school which has highexpectations of all its students and I want you to try your best in allthat you do. At Kingsbury there are lots of people to support youwith the transfer to secondary school. Although it is a big place, thestaff and students are very helpful so if you are not sure ofsomething please ask.

I hope that you will enjoy your time with us and make a positive

contribution to the life of the school. There will be plenty ofactivities for you to get involved in which will help you make newfriends and develop new skills and interests. Make the most of theopportunities ahead of you.

To make the move to Kingsbury easier there is a five day summerschool at the start of the holidays, with an additional five dayswhich concentrates on Performing Arts, PE, Drama, Music and Art,which I hope you will attend. The information in this booklet shouldhelp you when you start in September, please read it carefully.

I look forward to seeing you next term.

Yours faithfully,

Ms ODriscoll

Letter from the Head Teacher


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Location

No. 11 ........Outer Circle runsalong Bromford Lane and WoodEnd Road.No. 914........City - Sutton

Coldfield, bus-stop outside the

school.

Other city bus-stops are situatedon Gravelly Hill, these andGravelly Hill Train Station are onlya 10 minute walk away from theschool.

Students may bring bicycles. Weadvise that bicycles arepadlocked. We regret that wecannot take responsibility for anydamage or theft.

Kingsbury School is convenientlyplaced and is served by a numberof frequent bus services.Please see the Map for furtherdetails

BROMFORDLANE

A38

KINGSBURY ROAD

ERDINGTONHALLROAD

KINGSBURY

SCHOOL

ERDINGTON

WOOD ENDROAD

11

11

114, 116

600

GRAVELLY HILL

BACK

GATE

914


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Students are expected to be in their lesson when the school day begins at 8:45am. The school building is open from 8.15 a.m. for students who arrive in schoolearly. All students should be in school moving to first lesson at 8.40 am.

Leisure Centre and other activities will be available on Fridays until 3.00pm forthose students who need to stay in school. Extra curricular activities will run from3 - 4.00pm from Tuesday-Thursday. The school library is also open between8.15 am - 4.00 pm Monday-Thursday and 8.15 am - 3.00 pm Friday for studentsto support homework activities.

At Kingsbury School & Sports College we encourage and reward goodpunctuality to school and lessons.

The School Day

THE SCHOOL DAY

8.00 - 8.30 BREAKFAST CLUBS (OPTIONAL)

8.30 - 8.45 MENTORING (BYINVITATION)

8.40 STUDENTSMOVINGTO LESSON 1

8.45 - 9.45 LESSON 1

9.45 - 10.45 LESSON 2

10.45 - 11.00 ASSEMBLY/TUTOR TIME

11.00-

11.30

1ST BREAK

11.30 - 12.30 LESSON 3

12.30 - 1.30 LESSON 4

1.30 - 2.00 2ND BREAK

2.00 - 3.00 LESSON 5

3.00 - 4.00 LESSON 6 (MONDAYONLY)

1.30 FINISH (FRIDAYONLY)


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Arrangements for buying food

Healthy food is available during 1st and 2nd break. The schooloperates a biometric system for all food and drink bought in theschool canteens. Arrangements for this are detailed below.

Students may not leave the school premises at break times.

Biometric Cashless System

The school is operating a Biometric Cashless Catering System. Students will nolonger need to carry cards and allows parents to limit how much a child canspend each day. The system stops the need for students to carry cash andcan give a breakdown of the items purchased if required. Money can beloaded onto your childs account via revaluation machines in school usingthe machine in the Atrium. This can be done before morning school or

during break. Cash is placed directly into the machine or cheques (madepayable to AIP) can be given to the Canteen Manager.

In September 2013 we will start to introduce Parent Pay to further help parents inthis process.

More information on the Biometric System can be found on the school website.

Children receiving free school meals will automatically have their accounts creditedwith 2.10 per day, which must be spent on a daily basis. However, additionalmoney can be placed on their accounts if parents wish.

Students may not leave the schoolpremises at break times.

School Meals

If you have any objection to the school using yourchilds biometric data you will need to complete a

letter which is in your pack and return to the FinanceDepartment.


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Please note the school operates a one-way system in the main block


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We are holding two weeks of summer activities:

22-26 July - 9.30-2.0029 July-2 August - 9.30-2.00

Please make sure that your child arrives at school for a prompt start. Yourchild will need to go to the Main Hall where they will be met by Form Tutors.

Your child will need to bring basic equipment in a pencil case, a bottle of waterand needs to wear comfortable clothes for a variety of activities, includingsports. Book your place at the Induction Evening or by telephoning school on0121 373 1080.

In addition, there will be workshops available for parents during SummerSchool. See separate leaflet.

All students who complete Week 1 will be given a school blazer and tie.Students who complete Week 2 will receive a 25 voucher towards a PE kit.

Summer School


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Between the 23th and 27th September thewhole of Year 7 will be going on an activity dayto Beaudesert, Cannock Chase,

Staffordshire.

During the day, your child will begiven the opportunity to take partin various outdoor educationalactivities, including mountainbiking, monkey tree, traverse walland crate stacking.

Any specialist equipmentwill be provided by the

school.

In addition to this there will be theopportunity for 50 students to campovernight at the venue with staff from theschool. The cost of the additional campingwill be 10. All activities during the day willbe free. This is on a strictly first-come-firstserved basis.

Year 7 Camp is a wonderful opportunity for students to challenge themselves,build friendships and extend their team working skills.

If you require any further information, please contact Mr Halstead on the

school telephone number or at Induction Evening.

Year 7 Camp


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AttendanceRegular attendance and punctuality at school is veryimportant and is a legal requirement. Good/and outstandingattendance is celebrated and rewarded with Vivo points andcertificates on a weekly basis.

Absence - 1 or 2 daysParents are required to inform us by 8.45 am on every day of absence. ALL

absences from school must be explained, either by telephone, or in writing whenthe child returns to school.

Holidays in term time are not allowed.Holidays during term time are not permitted and will not be authorised. Absencesfrom school will affect your childs education and therefore will affect their future.

AppointmentsParents are asked not to arrange medical appointments during the school day

unless absolutely necessary. If such appointments have to be made, parentsshould inform the school of the details before the date and time of theappointment.

Students who leave school to attend appointments must have written permissionfrom their Achievement Leader and must sign out and sign back in again whenthey return to school by reporting to Student Reception.

If you wish to discuss your childs attendance, please contact the attendanceteam or your childs Achievement Leader on the above number.

Work

Students will be expected to make up the work of the lessons that they havemissed.

MedicinesIt is important that the school knows about any student who has aserious medical condition. Requests for medicines to be taken atschool must be made by the parent. Any medication brought intoschool should be in its original container and properly labelled. Thismedicine must be registered and kept in Student Reception.

Attendance

0121373 1080


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FORM TUTORS

At Kingsbury School, we care about students social development.

Our first concern with Year 7 students is to help them to become confident and effectivemembers of Kingsbury Schools community.

Each student is a member of a Form Group. In Year 7, these groups are called

7K 7I 7N 7G 7S 7B 7U

Each Form Group is mixed ability and will have a tutor who will be the first point of

contact for students.

The Form Tutors encourage members of the Form to have excellent attendance andpunctuality, to bring equipment and homework diaries, to wear full school uniform, totake part in school activities and to make good/outstanding progress in all school areas.

A student who has any concern about school should discuss it firstly with their FormTutor. The work of the Form Tutors is co-ordinated by an Achievement Leader, who isresponsible for the overall welfare of the students in the Year Group.

Any parent who has a concern about any aspect of their childs education during theschool year, should contact the Form Tutors by telephoning the school on0121 373 1080. If it is a matter of urgency, please call Mr Brotherton, Year 7Achievement Leader.

Should you need to visit the school urgently you must phone ahead to make anappointment as staff have teaching commitments.

During the first term, you will be invited to talk to your childs Form Tutor about how he/she is settling into Kingsbury School and Sports College.

Year 7


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Care, Guidance & Support Team

Deputy Headteacher & Child Protection - Mrs M Sanders

Assistant Headteacher- Mr J Halstead

Director: Key Stage 3 - Mr A Clarke

Director: Every Child Matters - Mrs S Jakszta

Faculty Leader: Inclusion - Mrs J Hartwell

In addition, each year group has an Achievement Leader and an Assistant

Achievement Leader:

Year 7 - Achievement Leader- Mr M Brotherton

Assistant Achievement Leader- Mrs L Hitchins

The aim of the Care, Guidance & Support Team is to work closely with staff and

students to ensure that all students have access to the curriculum and make pro-

gress.

There is additional provision for students with special needs within the Inclusion

Faculty, a Transition Learning Centre, Learning Zone and specialist EAL support

(English as an Additional

Language) available to provide additional support. The school also has a school

counsellor and students can self-refer should the need arise.

Whilst the school encourages all parents/carers to make an appointment prior to

coming into school, we do have an Intervention Manager-

Mrs D Boyle, who will do

her best to assist in an emergency.


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Students are expected to be prepared for learning and have high expectations. Thismeans being in uniform, with equipment, a bag, a planner, ready to work hard andcooperate. In and out of lessons they should follow staff instructions, show care andconsideration for others and take responsibility for their own behaviour. To helpthem do this we offer rewards to encourage positive behaviour and apply sanctionswhen necessary.

Rewards

The school recognises that students are more motivated and responsive when theyare encouraged and their achievements are rewarded and celebrated. As a school,we develop a culture of celebration and praise. We encourage all students todevelop five personal qualities which will support their learning and socialdevelopment. These are known as PACER. Students are rewarded fordemonstrating these qualities, both in and out of lessons, using a rewards systemcalled our Vivo Miles.

Vivo is a revolutionary new way of keeping all students motivated to earn rewardsand work towards their potential. Students earn points called Vivos, an artificialcurrency that can be cashed in for a whole selection of rewards from trips to queuejump passes. Top earners will be presented with Gold Vivo cards and a wholerange of privileges as a result. An automatic text messaging system lets you knowwhen your child has been rewarded. In addition, each student has an accountwhich is updated immediately and can be accessed by you and your child at anytime you wish.

Creating a Positive Climate for Learning


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PACER


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Sanctions

Stage 1A range of low level sanctions are employed to get students back on track in

lessons, these include: verbal warning, moving seats, last out of the room, shortdetention (10mins).

Stage 2If the problems continue then it will be referred to the appropriate Curriculum Leaderor Achievement Leader. They may apply the next level of sanction e.g. 30 minutedepartmental detention, departmental report card or isolate the student for the restof the lesson. A standard letter is available to inform parents of detention and atleast 24 hours notice should be given.

Stage 3

If disruption is at such a level as to cause serious concern, the issue will be referredto the appropriate Achievement Leader or patrol staff who isolate the student beforeconsidering the next steps. This may involve contact with parents, isolation for theday or possible exclusion.

Stage 4: Persistent poor behaviour will be referred to the Director of Key Stage orDeputy Headteacher and is likely to lead to exclusion or time in the Learning Zone.

Mobile Phone Policy

Mobile phones must not be seen or heard in or between lessons. Students mayuse them at break times with staff permission. Failure to follow this policy will resultin the device being confiscated.

The school follows the procedures recommended by the Local Authority in dealing

with issues of child protection. Designated Senior Person for Child Protection isMrs M Sanders - Deputy Headteacher.

CHILD PROTECTION

Creating a Positive Climate for Learning


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At Kingsbury School & Sports College students have to move from onespecialist teaching space to another. They have to carry their possessionswith them.

A suitable bag is needed.

The basic school equipment which each student needsis:

Pen

Pencil

Ruler

Planner (supplied by the school)

Many students also bring an eraser, pencil sharpener,dictionary and calculator. All students on entry to theschool will be provided with a pencil case and basic

equipment.

* Please note if your child is injured or unable to participate in PE lessons, anote from parents is required and a tracksuit must be worn in order for yourchild to still be part of the lesson by umpiring or scoring. Thank you.

Equipment


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We hope parents will support us in our high expectations for school uniform.Students wearing uniform are dressed suitably for the work of the school day.

All items of clothing and belongings should be clearly marked with the ownersname.

Make-up is not appropriate to wear with school uniform and should not be worn.

For security and safety reasons, jewellery should be kept to a minimum.

The following are acceptable :

A wristwatch

ONLY stud earrings, NO hoops

ONLY one signet ring

The following are not acceptable:

Necklaces

Dangly earrings or prominent facial piercings

No extreme hair styles/colour will be allowed

Details of the Kingsbury School and Sports College Uniform are given on thefollowing pages.

TIES & BLAZER BADGES ARE ON SALE FROM SCHOOL ONLY

Uniform


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Blazer : Navy blue with school badge (compulsory)Tie : School tieTrousers : Plain navy, dark grey or black of normal cut and styleShirt : White with collarFootwear : Plain black shoes NOT trainersCoat : Plain navy blue or black of traditional cut with NO logos.

(NO hoodies).

Pullover : Plain navy blue 'V' necked with school logo (optional)

INDOOR KITShirt : Blue Kingsbury polo shirtShorts : Blue Kingsbury shortsSocks : Blue Kingsbury socksTraining Shoes - NON markingOptional blue Kingsbury tracksuit bottom/Navy blue tracksuit bottom

SWIMMINGTrunks (boys) (swimwear NOT shorts )TowelSwimming Hat

OUTDOOR KITRugby: Long sleeved Kingsbury topSocks : Blue Kingsbury socksShorts : Blue Kingsbury shortsFootball BootsShin PadsTowel

Optional blue Kingsbury tracksuit bottom/navy blue tracksuit bottoms

The compulsory package costs 33.50 for both tops, shorts and socks. Tracksuitbottoms are approx. 14.50.

There will be an additional cost of 4.00 for your childs surname to be printed onthe back of the rugby shirt.

If your child attends the first week of summer activities you receive a free blazer. Ifthey attend the second week you receive a 25 voucher towards the PE kit.

Ties & badgesare on sale from the school

Boys Uniform


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Blazer : Navy blue with school badge (compulsory)Tie : School tieSkirt : : Plain navy blue of normal cut and knee lengthTrousers : Plain navy, dark grey or black of normal cut and styleBlouse : White with collarFootwear : Plain black low heeled (NO stiletto heels, sandals or trainers)Leg wear : White socks. Natural or tan coloured tightsCoat : Plain navy blue or black of traditional cut with NO logos. (NO hoodies)

Pullover

: Plain navy blue V necked pullover/cardigan with school logo (optional)

If your daughter chooses to wear a headscarf or hair band this should be plain blue or blackin line with school colours

INDOOR KITShirt : Blue Kingsbury polo shirtShorts : Blue Kingsbury shortsSocks : Blue Kingsbury socksPlimsolls or Training Shoes - NON markingOptional blue Kingsbury tracksuit bottom/ Navy blue tracksuit bottoms

SWIMMINGSwimsuit (girls) - one piece - essential for Year 7TowelSwimming Hat

OUTDOOR KITRugby : Long sleeved Kingsbury topSocks : Blue Kingsbury socksShorts : Blue Kingsbury shorts

Football BootsTowelShin PadsOptional blue Kingsbury tracksuit bottom/navy blue tracksuit bottom. No hoodies/footballshirts

The compulsory package costs 33.50 for both tops, shorts and socks. Tracksuit bottomsapprox. 14.50.

There will be an additional cost of 4.00 for your childs surname to be printed on the back ofthe rugby shirt.

If your child attends the first week of summer activities you receive a free blazer. If theyattend the second week you receive a 25 voucher towards the PE kit.

Ties & badges are on sale from the school

Girls Uniform

The nearest supplier to school is Clive

Marks in Wylde Green

0121 382 1728

However, school uniform can be obtained

via the school website and other stockists


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Clubs and Societies

Life at Kingsbury School and Sports College is a busy one. Students are invited totake part in a wide range of after school clubs and societies. An extra-curriculartimetable will be issued in September.

The school library is open before and after schoolMon 8.00-4.30, Tue-Thur 8.00-4.00 & Fri 8.00-3.00

GCSE revision classes / coursework clinics

Film Club Singing/music Debating Club

Athletics

Rounders

Cricket

Soccer

Netball

Basketball

Rugby Union/League

Tennis

Ice Gym

Dance

Judo

Mountain Biking

Boxing

PE

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Outdoor Pursuits

Mountain biking

Climbing

Sailing

Orienteering

Computer Club


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Sports camps during holidays (Sport Mad) Little Folks child care during holidays Martial Arts Clubs

Bushi Judo ClubChishiki Karate ClubKantu Karate Club

Fitness classesZumba, Rosemary Connolly, pilates, yoga,Tai Chi

Midlands Dance Academy - Street Dance Betty Fox Stage School - drama, singing and

dance classes Midlands Soccer Coaching - Paul Devlin ex

Scottish International Footballer Ice Gym - 1 of 4 fitness rooms designed for

children aged 8-16 3G floodlit all weather pitch Sports hall Gymnasium Hall Dance Studio Drama Studio Conference room

Computer suites Martial Arts Academy

City of Birmingham Special Olympic Squad Silversmithing

Kingsbury School and SportsCollege opens its doors tothe local community as a

Leisure Centre out of schoolhours. The excellentfacilities are used by and forsports clubs, fitness classes,adult education, holidayschemes, plus much more.The Leisure Centre offers adiverse, affordableprogramme available for thecommunity in the evenings,weekends and holidays.

KINGSBURY SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY LEISURE

Community Use

Facilities are also availablefor hire.

Telephone the Centreon 0121 306 4874

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