21114 Woolmer Hill Prospectus

“After visiting Woolmer Hill School we are convinced that this is an environment in which our child will not only thrive but also be encouraged to explore his potential.�

Parent

Welcome to Woolmer Hill School “It is my pleasure to welcome you to Woolmer Hill School. It is my belief that we provide a first rate education founded upon our strong and supportive school community. It is a fabulous place to grow and learn.”

Clare Talbot – Headteacher

Woolmer Hill School is a successful mixed, comprehensive academy with pupils aged from 11 to 16 years. Situated on a beautiful site on the outskirts of Haslemere, the school attracts pupils from a wide surrounding area. We are proud to work closely with the other schools in the Weydon Multi Academy Trust.

We have an inclusive approach to educating the whole person, based upon an ethos of mutual respect and active involvement in all aspects of school life. We have high expectations of all our pupils and all members of our school community are inspired to achieve their full potential. We believe in developing independent learners with a growth mindset.

Pupil leadership, in many forms, helps to drive whole school progress and pupils regularly lead their own projects.

We make maximum use of the exceptional resources available to us on the site, including 25 acres of grounds and our outstanding sports centre with its large multi purpose sports hall and two flood lit all-weather pitches. We offer a wide range of subjects taught by specialist teachers whilst offering enviable class sizes.

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The Curriculum All our pupils experience a broad, balanced and stimulating curriculum.

Our curriculum provides clear progression and development of the core skills and knowledge across all subject areas throughout Key Stages 3 and 4.

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Curriculum pathway

KEY STAGE 4

Our aim in Key Stage 3 is to build on the progress our pupils have already made during their time in Key Stage 2 and continue to develop them as successful life-long learners. Strong emphasis is placed upon the 4Rs (Resilience, Resourcefulness, Relationships, Reflectiveness) which are the key factors which affect learning and a pupil’s ability to progress rapidly and effectively throughout their school career. We provide a broad range of subjects in each year with a view to building a strong basis for later learning.

At GCSE level our range of options include Computer Science, Drama, Art and Design, Design and Technology, Physical Education, Modern Foreign Languages (French and Spanish), Business Studies, History, Geography, Religious Education; in addition to the ‘core’ of English, Mathematics and Science. This offer is enhanced by our involvement in the Waverley Federation partnership which allows us to offer a wide range of vocational and specialist options provided through the Federation.

During KS3 all pupils study the Arts (Music, Drama and Art) and also Design Technology. This varied curriculum area enables pupils to experience practical design and production skills within subject areas such as Textiles, Electronics, Food and Resistant Materials.

Further details about our courses are available on our website.

“High expectations, meticulous monitoring of progress, and well-managed booster classes and enrichment activities ensure that pupils across the ability range meet and very often exceed expectations.�

Ofsted

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Working with Pupils At Woolmer Hill we pride ourselves on working with our pupils on many aspects of school life – we know our pupils.

Our pupil leadership body, the school council, is actively involved in decision making within the school and the Senior Prefect team are elected by a pupil vote. House captains provide further pupil leadership opportunities.

Pastoral support for pupils is provided through a team of tutors and Year Leaders, assisted by our outstanding pupil support team.

“The academy’s values of resilience, resourcefulness, reflectiveness and relationships are agreed by all and underpin well all aspects of its work.”

Ofsted

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“Pupils are proud of the academy.

They conduct themselves extremely well, dress smartly, greet visitors warmly and talk clearly about how the school helps them progress.�

Ofsted

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Extending the Curriculum Experience High quality learning in the classroom is only part of the curriculum experience at Woolmer Hill. We believe that participation in clubs, visits and other activities are key elements of a genuinely rounded education.

Our curriculum is enhanced through a series of enrichment opportunities which take place throughout the year. A number of enrichment trips are organised including the Year 7 camp, Art trips, Theatre trips, Ski trip to Austria, Geography field visit to Iceland, History visit to the First World War Battlefield Sites, international PE tournament to Malta and the Jazz Band tour to Barcelona.

Performing Arts have a rich portfolio of events including the whole school production, musician of the year, orchestra day, photography competition, art exhibition (at Haslemere Museum) and WH Has Talent amongst others.

We offer a wide range of clubs and activities that take place at lunch times or after school for example various sports, journalism club, science club and music clubs.

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“…pupils have been very professional in their approach, well rehearsed, confident and proved very talented too.”

Local Music Venue

“Leaders constantly review the curriculum so that it best meets the needs of all pupils, is broad and deep and provides a good balance of academic, technical and creative subjects.�

Ofsted

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Preparing for Life

Beyond Woolmer Hill At Woolmer Hill we recognise that we are preparing pupils for life beyond school.

We provide specialist support for pupils to make the right choices for themselves when it comes to post-16 education and starting out in the workplace.

We work closely with post-16 providers, particularly our outstanding partner College, Godalming Sixth Form College. We also ensure that all pupils have a range of work related learning experiences including bespoke careers advice and work experience.

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“….we are a big team.

On and off the field we are always supported and encouraged to achieve our goals.”

Year 10 Pupil

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Woolmer Hill Road, Haslemere, Surrey GU27 1QB Tel: 01428 654055  Email: info@woolmerhill.surrey.sch.uk www.woolmerhill.surrey.sch.uk