Welcome booklet

All are welcome in this place……….

A place where young people are encouraged to ‘Aspire not to have more, but to be more’ within a framework of Catholic Christian teaching and values.

Aspire not to have more, but to be more...

All are welcome in this place for academic excellence, faith and opportunity, where our aim is to inspire and motivate students to think ethically, develop spiritually and achieve highly.

All Hallows Catholic College is a Voluntary Academy for young people aged 11 to 18 serving a wide geographical area of East Cheshire and also drawing students from parts of Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Stockport.

We welcome everyone, irrespective of ability, social class, additional needs or parents ability to pay. All Hallows demonstrates that excellent education is to be found for all in a passionate commitment to Christian values,

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Honourable Purpose * Respect * Compassion * Co-operation * Stewardship ‘All Hallows College is an outstanding school, characterised by a palpable ethos that combines gospel values, ethical enterprise and aspiration for all students to be the best that they can in all dimensions of their lives.’

OfSTED

excellence in teaching, teamwork and a belief in young peoples potential to become the best that they can be. We have a thriving inclusion faculty with specialist provision for students with hearing impairment.

In matters of faith, we welcome students from the Catholic community, the wider Christian community and also other faith backgrounds or none where families are seeking the distinctive values and ethos of our college.

In making All Hallows a first choice, our parents, students and staff have helped to create an outstandingly successful learning community with a strong sense of common identity where everyone feels included and where everyone can flourish.

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Our Mission Statement

Making the right choice for your child’s education is one of the most important decisions that you, as a parent, will ever make and you are invited to consider making All Hallows your first choice.

For further information on the current application process and admissions arrangements please refer to our website. www.allhallows.org.uk Mr. A S Billings, BA(Hons), MA, PGCE, NPQH Principal | National Leader of Education

A Voluntary Academy | National Support School ‘All Hallows is an outstanding Catholic College with a strong sense of Christian community and it successfully lives out its mission ‘aspire not to have more but to be more.’

Shrewsbury Diocese

All inclusive and far reaching...

An inclusive, harmonious community reaching out to those in need and serving the common good in the wider community.

There is a strong sense of community and family where everyone works together for the common good of each other and the wider community.

Our open and welcoming ethos stems from our Catholic Christian values and our commitment to building a community which reflects a belief that all are made in the Image of God and in the wonder of His creation.

Students are involved in numerous community projects which connect them with the world on local, national and global level. They are encouraged to become ambassadors, learning leaders, mentors and social entrepreneurs.

Honourable Purpose * Respect * Compassion * Co-operation * Stewardship ‘All Hallows is an inclusive, harmonious community where all students are known, nurtured and treated as unique individuals.’ Ofsted

A Voluntary Academy | National Support School ‘Students show an impressive degree of empathy for people in different communities and take effective action to support them.’ Ofsted

Education for the whole person...

Providing an education for the whole person, for the formation of their human character through knowledge and skills, values and virtues for life in all its fullness.

Our Catholic ethos is based on a strong emphasis on helping students to

‘Aspire not to have more, but to be more’ Archbishop Oscar Romero

They do this through developing a love of learning, discovering, developing and sharing their talents, gifts and skills and by living the Christian values of:

Honourable Purpose | Respect | Compassion | Co-operation | Stewardship

Honourable Purpose * Respect * Compassion * Co-operation * Stewardship ‘Students have a well developed moral sense and readily articulate the principles of fair trade.

They have an excellent awareness of the beliefs of people from other cultures, ethnic backgrounds and religions.’

Ofsted

A Voluntary Academy | National Support School 'Have the courage to go against the tide of current values which do not conform to the path of Jesus.'

Pope Francis

Articulate, cheerful and courteous

Honourable Purpose * Respect * Compassion * Co-operation * Stewardship ‘Relationships between staff and students are excellent and most lessons are very enjoyable; some teaching is inspirational.’ Ofsted

A learning culture where students behave exceptionally well, arrive punctually and smartly attired to lessons; where they are articulate, cheerful and courteous and have high levels of concentration.

Students behaviour is outstanding with students reporting that they feel safe and that bullying is extremely rare because it is dealt with swiftly and effectively.

Visitors to College comment without exception on our modern Catholic ethos, smart uniform and sense of pride in being a community.

‘Students behaviour is outstanding, evidenced by caring, compassionate attitudes, a strong sense of pride in the College and an eagerness to learn.’

Ofsted

A Voluntary Academy | National Support School ‘Outstanding care, guidance and support…contributes greatly to students happiness, security, self-esteem and their good progress.’

Ofsted

Inspirational and relevant...

Teachers are reflective and eager to share their professional practice, they work hard to make lessons inspirational and relevant to students’ interests and experiences.

Our unique model for teaching and learning expresses our values and ensures effective teaching, which fully engages learners.

Honourable Purpose * Respect * Compassion * Co-operation * Stewardship ‘As a result of focused leadership, coaching and action research the quality of teaching is good, an increasing amount that is outstanding, most lessons are very enjoyable; some teaching is inspirational.’

Ofsted

The Teacher Effectiveness Enhancement Programme model draws on significant educational research that has identified what is required of teachers and of learners in order for them to gain the best learning outcomes possible. The model, represented in the graphic is made up of three significant components each with important elements that are connected but need to be recognised individually for their contribution to the teaching and learning process.

The model includes a six-part lesson planning cycle (in the centre), which is built on what we know about effective learning. The stages of learning are shared with students so they can reflect on how to improve their own learning.

The commitment of the teaching and support staff at All Hallows is exceptional and this was acknowledged in a regional teaching award for being ‘Outstanding School Team of the Year.’

A Voluntary Academy | National Support School ‘Lessons are planned according to a consistent framework that enables students to learn sequentially and reflectively.’

Ofsted

Balanced curriculum and learning pathways...

A broad and balanced curriculum with a variety of learning pathways, is continually reviewed and developed to meet the needs of students in an ever-changing world.

Our curriculum, which includes Religious Education, is enhanced through specialism in Business, Ethical and Social Enterprise and Languages.

Two foundation secondary years in Years 7 and 8 help students to focus on the knowledge and skills required for future success. This stage is underpinned by an emphasis, not only on subject knowledge but developing learning skills, including literacy, numeracy, information technology and

Honourable Purpose * Respect * Compassion * Co-operation * Stewardship ‘The College’s specialism in business and enterprise make a powerful contribution to students’ experiences and outcomes.’

Ofsted

entrepreneurship.

Students start GCSE and other Level 2 courses in Year 9, a year earlier than in some schools. This helps to increase learning choices and optimise achievement by the end of Year 11.

In addition to French, German and Spanish all students have the opportunity to study Mandarin, a major language for international business, and Latin, which underpins an understanding of the structure of the English language.

The curriculum is further enhanced through the international dimension, enterprise learning days and opportunities for outdoor learning through our College farm and gardens.

In Year 12 and 13 there is an extensive choice of A Levels for students and also a variety of Level 2 and 3 vocational courses to cater for all needs in our highly successful Sixth Form.

A Voluntary Academy | National Support School ‘The College’s outstanding curriculum is continually renewed and developed to meet the needs of students.’

Ofsted

The Academy and admissions...

The Holy Family of Nazareth Catholic Academy Trust All Hallows Catholic College became the first Catholic voluntary academy in Cheshire East established with the assistance of the Diocese of Shrewsbury. The Holy Family of Nazareth Catholic Academy Trust, will support partner primaries who wish to become academies and further enhance the work of the All Hallows Learning Community.

All Hallows Training Academy All Hallows is a place where teacher learning is central to the development of outstanding teaching and all staff participate in a well structured professional development programme. The College, as a national Teacher Effectiveness Enhancement Programme Champion School, showcases a powerful model of teaching and learning to other schools and colleges. All Hallows staff have trained many hundreds of teachers in other schools and benefited greatly from this experience. Additionally the College offers Schools Direct Training Places, Lead Practitioner Accreditation and National College Leadership qualifications.

Honourable Purpose * Respect * Compassion * Co-operation * Stewardship

99% of parents would recommend All Hallows to another parent OfSTED Parent View—March 2013 ‌.

Admissions / Applications For further details about All Hallows Catholic College and how to apply for a place for your child, please visit our website, telephone the Principal’s PA, or email as below: All Hallows Catholic College Brooklands Avenue Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 8LB

Tel: 01625 426138 Fax: 01625 468126 E-Mail: admin@allhallows.org.uk Admissions: admissions@allhallows.org.uk Website: www.allhallows.org.uk

A Voluntary Academy | National Support School 'I have come so that they may have life and have it in all its fullness.'

Jesus Christ (John 10:10)

All are welcome at All Hallows Catholic College Come in and visit our wonderful Church College

All Hallows Catholic College Brooklands Avenue Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 8LB Tel: 01625 426138 Fax: 01625 468126 E-Mail: admin@allhallows.org.uk Admissions: admissions@allhallows.org.uk www.allhallows.org.uk