Our Expectations of Students

Classroom Expectations

1. Arrive on time, properly equipped and in full academy uniform

2. Enter room in a quiet, orderly manner

3. Sit in the seat allocated to you by the teacher and get out all the equipment needed for the lesson

4. Follow the teacher’s instructions

5. Remain totally focused on your learning throughout every lesson

6. Eating and drinking is not allowed

7. Do not pack away equipment until told to do so by the teacher

8. Leave the room quietly when dismissed and move quickly to your next lesson

Corridor Expectations

1. Keep to the left at all times

2. Line up outside classrooms in single file

3. Avoid unnecessary physical contact

4. Walk quietly and quickly to your next lesson

5. Bags should be carried at your side on staircases

6. Eating and drinking are allowed only in designated areas

Our Expectations of Parents/Carers

We expect parents / carers to support their child by…

- Making sure that they wear the correct uniform (as listed on page 10) and bring in the correct PE kit

- Setting a target of 100% attendance. Parents / carers should notify the Academy as early as possible on the first day of absence, make regular contact if the absence is lengthy and provide a signed note of explanation on the students return to the Academy. Parents / carers must be aware and understand that it is not acceptable to take holidays in term time.

- Providing them with a padlock for their locker, where they will store their books, coat and PE kit.

- Ensuring they do not wear make-up, nail varnish or jewellery (except for a pair of simple, small gold studs). If jewellery is worn, I accept that it could be confiscated by the teacher and I will be expected to collect it from the Academy office. I also understand that extreme haircuts or colours are not permitted.

- Encouraging them to bring a reading book to the Academy every day. Up to 30 minutes reading is part of their personal learning homework every evening. Whenever possible, I will discuss the progress they are making in daily Partnered Reading.

- Actively encouraging them to complete homework in accordance with the homework timetable issued. This is usually 2 subjects per night (total 1 hr) in Year 7, increasing to 2-3 subjects per evening (total 2 hours) in Year 11. I will check and sign their Learning Log each week and use it as a means to communicate with their Form Tutor.

- Ensuring they arrive on time every day (by 8.30am) with all of their books and the correct equipment in a suitable bag. Encouraging them to participate in at least two Personal Learning activities each week.