Parent Handbook
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Dear Parents This brochure gives you a wide range of information about the Upper School. It is very important to me, and all of the staff here at Clifton, that you feel informed and welcomed into our community. The daily life of a Cliftonian is happy, rich and varied. We are extremely proud of the vibrancy, diversity and warmth of our school community and we hope you enjoy being part of this as we work together to achieve the very best for your child.
Dr Tim Greene, Head Master
Contents Content Information
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Surgery
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Where to find information
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Meals
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Parent portal
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The School Rules
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‘Insight’ academic portal
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Sports app
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Social media platforms
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Termly calendar
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Curriculum brochures
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House brochure
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The school shop
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Merchandise
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Opening times
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School uniform
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Rewards and sanctions
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Relationships
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Uniform, hair and
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jewellery
Other activities
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House events
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Michaelmas term
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Lent term
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Summer term
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School events
Money and other possessions
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Electrical equipment
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Mobile phones
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Parties
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Cars, mopeds, 14 motorcycles and bicycles
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Michaelmas term
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Lent term
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Summer term
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Events throughout the year
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Chapel services
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Term dates
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Academic support
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Other special services
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Exeats
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Prep/homework
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Jewish worship
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Parents evenings
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Commemoration weekend
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Reports and grades
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Glossary of Clifton terms
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Upper School routine
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Map
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The first week
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The daily life of a Cliftonian
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Weekly routine
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The co-curriculum
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Boarders, Flexi Boarders and Day Pupils
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Pastoral care
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Health Centre
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Games timetable
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Major sports options
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Year group core activities
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Contact Information Clifton College 32 College Road Clifton Bristol BS8 3JH
Deputy Heads deputyheads@cliftoncollege.com T: +44 (0) 117 315 7175 Senior Deputy Head: Mr Gilbert Simmons gsimmons@cliftoncollege.com
Reception term-time opening hours: 8.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday 8.00am to 2.00pm Saturdays Reception is closed during school holidays T: +44 (0) 117 3157 000 F: +44 (0) 117 3157 101
Mr Simmons deputises for the Head Master, and has oversight of a number of functions of the College, including communications and parents meetings. Deputy Head Academic: Dr Gavin Turner gturner@cliftoncollege.com Dr Turner oversees all matters relating to teaching and learning, including academic administration.
info@cliftoncollege.com www.cliftoncollege.com Emergency telephone numbers
Deputy Head Pastoral: Mrs Ruth Coomber rcoomber@cliftoncollege.com
Emergency school contact number: +44 (0) 7803 50 77 90
Mrs Coomber oversees all matters relating to pupil welfare and discipline.
The Marshal (Mr Christopher Hughes): +44 (0) 117 315 7148
Deputy Head (Co-Curriculum): Dr Jeremy Mather jmather@cliftoncollege.com
Staff at the School have College email accounts with addresses in the form jsmith@cliftoncollege.com
Dr Mather oversees the co-curriculum and planning for the day to day running of the school and events.
The Chairman of Council Mr Nick Tolchard He can be contacted by writing to the College or by email: chairman@cliftoncollege.com Head of Clifton College and Head Master of the Upper School Dr Tim Greene headmaster@cliftoncollege.com PA to the Head of College Miss Emilie Castellano headspa@cliftoncollege.com T: +44 (0) 117 3157 106
Head of Sixth Form: Mr Nick Mills nmills@cliftoncollege.com T: +44 (0) 117 315 7243 Mr Mills oversees all academic and pastoral matters relating to Sixth Form and careers. Head of University Entrance and Secretary of the Old Cliftonian Society: Mr Jonathan Greenbury jgreenbury@cliftoncollege.com T: +44 (0) 117 315 7155 Mr Greenbury oversees all matters relating to University Entrance, Further Education.
Complaints Procedure The School’s Complaints Procedure is published on the Policies page of the College website.
Upper School Designated Safeguarding Lead: Mr Rob Farrow: rfarrow@cliftoncollege.com T: +44 (0) 7791715318
Other Contacts
Our collective aim is to ensure the smooth running of the school and the welfare, happiness and fulfilment of all members of the community, both staff and pupils.
Health Centre healthcentre@cliftoncollege.com
0117 315 7637
School Shop (Grubber) schoolshop@cliftoncollege.com
0117 315 7620
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ISI Inspection Reports www.cliftoncollege.com/upper/about-us/inspections-andreports/
Contact Information Your first contact with the School will normally be with your child’s Housemaster/mistress.
Housemasters/mistresses School House
Mr Jim Williams
jwilliams2@cliftoncollege.com
0117 315 7301
Moberly’s House
Mr Gary Catchpole
gcatchpole@cliftoncollege.com
0117 315 7311
Oakeley’s House
Mrs Vanessa Walsh
vwalsh@cliftoncollege.com
0117 315 7321
Wiseman’s House
Mr Daniel Janke
djanke@cliftoncollege.com
0117 315 7331
Watson’s House
Mr Noel Doran
ndoran@cliftoncollege.com
0117 315 7341
North Town
Ms Christa Clark
cclark@cliftoncollege.com
0117 315 7351
The South Town
Mr Andrew Wagstaff
awagstaff@cliftoncollege.com
0117 315 7360
East Town
Mr Nicholas Luker
nluker@cliftoncollege.com
0117 315 7381
Worcester House
Miss Charlotte Graveney
cgraveney@cliftoncollege.com
0117 315 7391
West Town
Mrs Sarah Johnson
sjohnson@cliftoncollege.com
0117 315 7400
Hallward’s House
Mrs Emma Kenyon
ekenyon@cliftoncollege.com
0117 315 7411
Holland’s House
Mrs Kirsty Willis
kwillis@cliftoncollege.com
0117 315 7371
Heads of Department Art Biology
Mr Allan Wilkie Dr Malcolm Grohmann
awilkie@cliftoncollege.com mgrohmann@cliftoncollege.com
Business
Ms Eleanor Midgley
emidgley@cliftoncollege.com
Classics
Dr Gabor Tahin
gtahin@cliftoncollege.com
Chemistry
Miss Sammy Daubney
sdaubney@cliftoncollege.com
Drama
Mrs Rhian Orzel
rorzel@cliftoncollege.com
Design Technology
Mrs Victoria Jackson
vjackson@cliftoncollege.com
Economics
Dr Graham Mallard
gmallard@cliftoncollege.com
English
Mrs Mary Beever
mbeever@cliftoncollege.com
EAL
Ms Emily Vicary
evicary@cliftoncollege.com
French
Miss Lucy Dales
ldales@cliftoncollege.com
Geography
Mr Jonathan Hughes
jhughes@cliftoncollege.com
German
Mr Owen Lewis
olewis@cliftoncollege.com
History & Politics
Miss Sinead Lynch
slynch@cliftoncollege.com
ICT
Dr Darron Dean
ddean@cliftoncollege.com
Learning Support
Mrs Daisy King
dking@cliftoncollege.com
Mathematics
Mrs Helen Evans
hevans@cliftoncollege.com
Modern Languages
Mr Owen Lewis
olewis@cliftoncollege.com
Percival Library
Mrs Lauren Walker
lwalker@cliftoncollege.com
Physical Education
Mr John Bobby
jbobby@cliftoncollege.com
Physics
Mrs Rebecca Luker
rluker@cliftoncollege.com
Mr Patrick Jones pjones@cliftoncollege.com Psychology
Mrs Susannah Griffin
sgriffin@cliftoncollege.com
PSHE
Mrs Jo Marsden
jmarsden@cliftoncollege.com
Religious Studies
Mrs Julia Greenbury
jgreenbury3@cliftoncollege.com
Spanish
Miss Helen Sykes
hsykes@cliftoncollege.com
Directors of Department Director of Sport
Mr Stuart Loughrey
sloughrey@cliftoncollege.com
Director of Music
Mr Daniel Robson
drobson@cliftoncollege.com
Where to find information Parent Portal The Parent Portal is where you will find information about the school and about your child’s House or year group. You access the Parent Portal from the home page of the Clifton College website www.cliftoncollege.com/parent-portal. Key features include: announcements, news, events, photo galleries, House news and events, newsletters and handbooks, calendars, general timetables, exeat arrangements, maps, general information and contacts.
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The Parent Portal is accessed by a username and password that will be sent to you by email.
‘Insight’ Academic Portal The Insight Academic Portal is where you can access specific information about your child including grades, reports and lesson timetables. It is available to parents of children in all year groups. You access the ‘Insight’ Portal from the home page of the Clifton College website cliftoncollege. com.
Key features include: Reports and grades in PDF format for easy printing and saving, viewing of teaching timetables, ability to view and update pupil and parent contact details online and automatic password reset. Access to this system is by a unique username and password. Login details are sent to new parents at the start of term.
Sports App
Termly Calendar
We use the Schools Sports App to provide you with information on fixtures, team sheets, directions to opposition venues and results. This can be accessed via the home page of the Clifton College website www. cliftoncollege.com or, most parents download the app onto their smart phones and devices. To do this, log on to the website www.schoolssports.com from the device you wish to load the app onto. Click ‘find your school’. Type in Clifton College, select the school then it will prompt you to save the app onto your home screen.
A calendar is printed each term and is available on the parent portal, which contains details of all events. Housemasters and Housemistresses will also contact you about certain events and specific arrangements.
Social Media Platforms Stay in touch with day to day news for Clifton College and engage via our range of Social platforms:
Curriculum Brochures There are curriculum brochures for 3rd form, 4th & 5th form and 6th form. As your child progresses through the College you will be given copies of the relevant brochures for information.
House Handbooks Each House has a detailed handbook which can be accessed via the Parent Portal. This contains information specific to each House.
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The School Shop The School Shop, also known as the ‘Grubber’, is in the middle of the College’s main buildings, near the Sports Centre and the Hammond building. A hub of activity during break times, the Shop is also a very handy place to buy all the essential items to support study and recreation. Contact details T: +44 (0) 117 315 7620
Merchandise • • • •
All new school uniform for The Pre-Preparatory School, the Preparatory School and Upper School is available to purchase from the School Shop. Clifton sportswear and a complete range of games clothes and equipment. Stationery and textbooks. Drinks and snacks.
Opening times Term Time 8.00am to 10.00 am and then 2.00pm to 5.00pm Monday to Friday 8.00am to 2.00pm Saturday (appointments recommended)
Holidays A service is available throughout the Summer Holidays, with the exception of the Bank Holiday weekend (Saturday - Monday inclusive). We strongly advise that you telephone in advance to make an appointment on: +44 (0) 117 315 7620. 9.00am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday 9.00am to 1.00pm Saturday
School Uniform A copy of the latest school uniform brochure is on the website and parent portal. Alternatively click here to view the brochure.
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Term Dates Term dates are published in the Calendar and on the College website. We expect pupils and parents to adhere to these dates. Permission to return late or to leave early will be granted in exceptional cases only. All such requests must be sent in good time to the Housemaster/mistress in writing. Requests to miss more than one day of school should be made directly to the Head Master well in advance unless it is an emergency situation.
MICHAELMAS TERM 2022 New pupil induction day: Wednesday 7 September (information will be sent via Housemasters/mistresses) Term dates: 8:00pm Wednesday 7 September – 3:30pm Thursday 8 December Half-term exeat: 4:40pm Wednesday 19 October – 9:30pm Wednesday 2 November
LENT TERM 2023 Term dates: 8:00pm Wednesday 4 January – 3:30pm Thursday 23 March Half-term exeat: 1:00pm Friday 10 February – 9:30pm Sunday 19 February
Before term starts there is often pre-season training for major sports - please see the calendar for information. We start the term with assemblies and tutor meetings and we end each term with House and School assemblies involving prize giving and the awarding of Colours’ Ties for sport and Head Master’s Ties for outstanding contributions to the co-curriculum.
SUMMER TERM 2023 Term dates: 8:00pm Tuesday 18 April – 6:30pm Thursday 6 July Half-term exeat: 3:30pm Saturday 27 May – 9:30pm Sunday 4 June Prep Commem. Friday 26 May Upper School Commem. Saturday 27 May
Exeats Clifton operates a flexible policy with regard to exeat weekends, though there are some boarding activity weekends when boarders are expected to stay. Boarders may request an exeat from their HoM with at least 48 hours notice. Permission will normally be granted provided that the HoM, having been in contact with parents, guardians or other adults as appropriate, is satisfied with the arrangements, and also that the pupil has fulfilled all his/her school commitments and is up to date with academic work. Once the pupil has obtained permission for the exeat from their HoM, this is registered with the Marshal. There are a variety of trips that happen during half term exeats and holidays, please see the calendar for more information about this. There are forms to complete when parents are hosting other pupils during an exeat please ask the relevant HoM for information about this. Overseas pupils must have guardians in this country so that they can go to stay with the guardian during short exeats.
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The First Week The Senior Tutors put on an induction programme to help all pupils settle into the College. As the programme involves activities during the first weekend to welcome all pupils, we prefer all boarders to remain in school for the first weekend to allow them to settle in. There are also other activity weekends spread throughout the year when we ask boarders to remain.
Pupils receive information on safeguarding procedures and are introduced to senior members of staff, the Designated Safeguarding Lead, the School Counsellor and the Marshal.
On arrival pupils receive a diary containing the Behaviour Policy, calendar and a timetable for their academic lessons, and email and wifi login information. In this diary they will also find information about times they are allowed off Campus and where they can go.
To welcome the new 3rd Form there is a barbecue in the early evening on the Close with activities. To welcome the Lower 6th into the Sixth Form there is a welcome event on the first Saturday in September to help the mixing of the Houses and new and old students.
The Deputy Head Academic is available during the day before term starts to sort out any issues or changes to academic choices and to issue new timetables. New pupils will undergo screening tests to ascertain if they need extra support.
An Activity Fair is put on in the library for 3rd and 4th Form pupils to help them choose their activities, and games choices are made through the Houses in consultation with the Director of Sport. (In future we will be requesting provisional choices on some activities with the joining documents)
Pupils will be professionally photographed during their first few days, copies of these photographs can be purchase from Fraser Portraits. More information can be found on the Parent Portal. Boarders will need to have access to some money and their own bank account is recommended. Overseas pupils will need a letter saying they are being taught at Clifton and this can be provided by admissions or their Housemaster/Mistress.
The school organises for pupils to have their registration and visa checks on site if required.
Pupils are introduced to instrumental teachers by the Director of Music in order to sign up for lessons, and auditions are held for the school productions. All new 6th form pupils who are interested in using the gym will be invited to a gym induction in the first week of term by a member of the sports department.
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The Daily Life of a Cliftonian Weekly Routine
The Co-Curriculum
The 2 weekly routine is printed in the termly Calendar. The formal school day starts at 8.10am each morning with registration in Houses. Academic lessons fit into a two-weekly cycle of six lessons on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and there are four lessons on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings. Pupils also meet their tutors several times a week when they discuss pastoral matters, academic progress, and set targets. Co-curricular activities are carefully scheduled in a way that provides maximum opportunity for participation, whilst at the same time minimising clashes.
Clifton places great importance on the breadth of the co-curriculum and the opportunities that it provides; this includes a core element in which all pupils are expected to participate. Pupils are also encouraged to set up and run their own activities and societies. Details are available in the curriculum booklets; however, the content is subject to change.
We like our pupils to live active and busy lives but we also recognise the value of relaxation and the need for time in which to study. Tutors and Housemasters/ mistresses help the pupils to organise their time and are always happy to discuss a pupil’s individual programme.
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Boarders, Flexi Boarders & Day Pupils Since its foundation in 1862 Clifton has had a mix of pupils who board and those who live close enough to be day pupils. We also offer four night weekly flexiboarding packages. Day pupils can also request to ‘flexi-board’ for the occasional night, subject to availability and at an
additional charge. At Clifton all pupils are treated as equals and they all reap the rewards of a House system which provides extensive opportunities for participation, for leadership and for learning to live in a diverse community. Day pupils benefit from the full and active life of a boarding school, while boarders gain from the presence of boys and girls whose lives are rooted in the local community of a bustling, lively city. Maintaining this creative balance between the different constituents of our community can only work if we treat all boys and girls in the same way. This is why we have one set of rules that applies to both boarders and day pupils.
Pastoral Care Clifton is proud of its reputation as a school with excellent pastoral care. The key to our success in this most important of areas lies in the strong House system within which each pupil is cared for in a close-knit community that provides friendship, security and a sense of identity. The Housemasters/mistresses (HoMs) are at the heart of this system, and it is the HoM who is usually the first point of contact for any parent or pupil who needs help or advice. Each HoM is supported by a team of House Staff. This includes an Assistant Housemaster/mistress and a House matron. Every pupil has a personal tutor who works closely with the HoM and keeps an eye on the progress and welfare of the pupils in his/her care as well as their academic progress. Sixth Form tutors work with their tutees directing them towards their future applications. Pupils also have access to counsellors and an independent listener. The school’s responsibility begins from the moment a pupil arrives on the College campus, following the opening of the houses, having returned from a holiday break or exeat. Parents or the appropriate legal guardian are
responsible for the pupil for all travel between home and the College, unless the pupil is on an authorised College trip. House Staff are available for pupil supervision during the working day and at weekends according to a published rota.
Health Centre The Health Centre is situated within the school campus and is run by a team of qualified nurses. The Health Centre is open from 7.30am until 6.30pm Monday to Saturday. Outside these hours the nurses run an ‘on call’ service and are always available for advice or visits. During the course of the day the Health Centre offers immediate care to day pupils who have become unwell or been injured. The medical team believes in an holistic approach to health care and are interested in every aspect of the pupils’ wellbeing They run a completely confidential service and encourage all pupils to go and see them whatever their worries. Pupils also have access to the school’s counselling service as well as an independent listener.
parents are asked to inform the school of any existing medical conditions or mental health issues, before arrival at the school, using the medical forms that are contained within the joining documentation.
Surgery The College Health Centre works closely with a local National Health Service medical practice. The surgery is independent of the College, but both male and female Doctors hold a surgery in the Health Centre on four mornings a week. The practice has responsibility for the health care of the boarders, undertaking chronic illness clinics, immunisations, sports injuries, pastoral support and health promotion.
Meals It is a school rule that all boarders attend three meals a day. If your son/daughter has any special dietary requirements or food allergies please let the Housemaster/ mistress know who will inform the Catering Manager.
We also believe in partnership in care and encourage enquiries from parents or guardians who may have concerns. In order to help the service run effectively
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The School Rules School Rules are embedded in the Behaviour Policy and are based upon a Code of Conduct that aims to create an atmosphere and environment in which individuals thrive and feel secure. The Rules amplify and support this code by giving examples of courteous and considerate behaviour and by listing actions which violate it. The Behaviour Policy, including the School Rules, are printed for pupils in the Diary. Policies are reviewed regularly and updated versions are available on the College website.
Rewards and Sanctions The School’s Rewards and Sanctions Policy is published on the College website. You will see that we take a strict line with bullying, alcohol & drug abuse and smoking/vaping and we trust that you will support us in this stance. Our aim is to help young people to develop their own moral code, self-discipline and resilience that will serve them well throughout their life.
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Positive behaviour brings its own rewards in the quality of life and relationships that pupils build among themselves and with staff. Rewards for diligence in academic work include good effort grades and reports, praise points and end-of term effort prizes. School prizes also reward academic achievement. Excellence in the co-curriculum is rewarded by praise points and prizes and by the award of colours and Head Master’s ties. Praise points accumulate throughout the year and result in postcards home and tokens to spend in the school shop and cafes. The reward for honesty, loyalty and service is the bestowing of trust and positions of responsibility. Sanctions are imposed to protect our communal life and to make it clear that certain actions are unacceptable. We always try to be clear and fair and to explain the reasons for any punishments given so that those involved can reflect upon their actions and understand what is expected.
Relationships Clifton is a co-educational institution where integration between boys and girls in the classroom and in cocurricular activities is both expected and encouraged. We set out guidelines in the school rules to inform all on what is considered to be acceptable behaviour.
Uniform, hair and jewellery Uniform and clothing, hair and jewellery regulations are detailed in the Upper School Clothing List and the School Rules. We ask parents to support us in maintaining appropriate standards of pupils’ personal appearance.
Money and other possessions
Computer use
Parties and supper parties
We expect pupils to take good care of their possessions; all articles should be named and pupils should resist any temptation to bring more personal belongings to school than they really need. Unmarked valuables found on the campus will be taken to the Marshal; other articles of lost property are sometimes retained at the Porters’ Lodge and marked property is then returned to Houses. It is advisable for Block II pupils, (especially day pupils) to have a dark blue bag to help keep their possessions safe and available for classes. There is normally no need for pupils to carry more than £5 in cash and it is never sensible to leave money in any insecure place. Each pupil has a lockable drawer or safe and lockable cash boxes can be ordered from the School Shop, any large amounts of money should be in kept bank accounts. The removal or borrowing of school or personal property without permission for any length of time constitutes an act of theft, and will be dealt with seriously. Please note however that the School Insurance does not cover personal property, so anything of value must be privately insured. Boarding Houses are let during the holidays so property cannot be left in rooms after the end of term.
There is no requirement for pupils to have their own computer. The school has ICT facilities in all the academic departments, libraries and the houses. If parents provide their son or daughter with a mobile device which does not require school WiFi to access the internet then they as parents have responsibility for monitoring the content. All devices which use the School WiFi will be monitored by the School and so pupils all sign the School’s Electronic Device Acceptable Use Agreement, agreeing to comply with the School’s ICT rules.
Experience tells us that parties organised during term-time can be disruptive to a sensible working routine and can lead to pupils getting themselves into trouble. Before permission can be given for such an event, we ask parents of all pupils (day and boarding) who wish to organise a party or a supper party involving Clifton pupils, to contact the HoM and Deputy Head (Pastoral) well in advance providing the relevant details as laid out in our Parties Policy.
Electrical equipment It is good practice that personal electrical equipment should be PAT certified. The College runs a programme of PAT testing equipment and devices.
Mobile phones Pupils with a mobile phone at school should give the number to their Housemaster/mistress. In the Upper School we allow the pupils to use mobile phones during the school day for educational purposes. We have a mobile phone usage policy which is there to encourage pupils to interact with each other face-to-face in the “real world”, to foster a healthy use of technology, and to prevent people becoming glued to their screens. Phones are encouraged to be used in an appropriate way and pupils must not engage in inappropriate communications with other pupils, members of the school community, or individuals outside the school.
Cars, mopeds, motorcycles and bicycles Strict regulations apply to pupils who wish to drive cars, motorcycles or mopeds to school. Permission from the Deputy Head Pastoral is required to drive a car; the Housemaster/mistress should be consulted and a form can be obtained from the Marshal, which must be signed by parents, HoMs and the Deputy Head Pastoral. There is also the added complication of parking restrictions which are in place around the College which require a permit to park for more than 5 hours Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm. Bicycles may not be ridden in the school precinct other than on public roads. Further details are contained in the School Rules.
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Academic Support New pupils will undergo screening tests to ascertain if they need extra support. Academic departments run clinics regularly during the week to support pupils with their work or to help make up for missed lessons. Support with English for overseas students is available, as is learning support.
Prep/Homework
Prep is always posted on Google Classroom so that pupils can access instructions and resources from multiple devices and locations.
3rd Form (Year 9)
4th Form (Year 10)
5th Form (Year 11)
Three 30 minute preps are set a night from Monday to Friday.
Three 40 minute preps are set a night from Monday to Friday.
Three 40 minute preps are set a night from Monday to Friday.
L6th Form (Year 12)
U6th Form (Year 13)
Sixth Form students are expected to work for a minimum of approximately 12 hours per week outside the classroom.
Parents Evenings
Parents Evenings typically run online via Zoom to allow all parents to attend. There is usually a parent event held close to the parent meetings to give parents an opportunity to come on site and talk to certain teachers and receive information in the form of talks and options fairs.
3rd Form (Year 9)
4th Form (Year 10)
Friday Evening Lent Term
Friday Evening Summer Term
5th Form (Year 11) Friday Evening Lent Term
L6th Form (Year 12) Friday Evening Lent Term
U6th Form (Year 13) Friday Evening Michaelmas Term
Reports and Grades Reports and grades are available for parents to view on the Insight Academic Portal according to the schedule in the school calendar. New pupils have a short report at half term in the Michaelmas Term. Subject reports are not written when parent meetings have been recently held, but pupils will always receive co-curricular, tutor, and Housemaster/mistress reports every term.
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Sport at Clifton Clifton College has a long and proud sporting tradition, which began with the first Head Master, John Percival, who believed all should be involved in physical activity. These days, Clifton still operates a policy of ‘Performance and Participation for All’, and the range of sport offered is outstanding, both in its breadth and excellence of instruction. The College’s impressive sports facilities total 90 acres, providing pupils with international standard indoor and outdoor sporting facilities. The water based hockey pitch, 3G artificial rugby pitch and the netball and tennis dome are accompanied by a range of traditional courts including rackets and Real Tennis. Many sports and matches take place at our site out at Beggar’s Bush across the Suspension Bridge. Please see the Sports App for information about matches. (See page 6 for more information). Parents are welcome to watch all matches at School or at Beggar’s Bush. Please note no dogs are allowed.
Games Timetable All Upper School pupils have games every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday afternoon.
Sports Options in the Upper School Core Sports
Racket Sports
Movement
Outdoor Activities
Games
Water Sports
Cricket
Badminton
Aerobics
Athletics
Basketball
Rowing
Hockey
Rackets
Spin
Climbing
Fencing
Sailing
Netball
Tennis
Zumba
Cross Country
Football
Swimming
Outdoor Fitness
Golf
Waterpolo
Rugby
Rugby 7s
Sports Performance Programme The sports performance programme supports and develops aspiring athletes, who are combining sporting and academic excellence whilst at the College. The programme provides a pathway to support aspirational and gifted pupils on their sporting journey from the initial discovery of athletic potential to its realisation. Staggered over the pupils’ school life, from Year 9-13, the programme is tiered, providing the appropriate levels of support at each stage. The programme adopts a holistic approach that focuses on the pupil’s physical, emotional and mental development. Each pupil on the programme has access to a qualified strength and conditioning coach and sports specific mentor, should they wish. The programme aims to support each athlete individually, nurture and help realise their potential. It is open to all pupils in The College and membership is based on a number of factors, including individual potential, coach-ability and drive.
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Year Group Core Activities 3rd Form (Year 9)
4th Form (Year 10)
5th Form (Year 11)
Terriers is an activity programme on Monday afternoons from 2pm - 3.15pm. Pupils rotate through a carousel of activities ranging from croquet and Ultimate Frisbee, to visiting museums and cookery. This culminates in the Terriers Formal Dinner in Big School in the Summer Term.
Pupils opt for the Combined Cadet Force (CCF) for 2 years, which has an Army, Navy and Air Force Section and involves compulsory Field Days and Camps or the 4th Form Outdoor Pursuit Programme which also involves compulsory Field Days. This takes place on Monday afternoons.
Pupils continue in the CCF sections or move from the 4th Form Programme into the 5th Form Enterprise Programme which involves teams of pupils learning about business and raising money for charity. This takes place on Monday afternoons and culminates in a presentation evening which parents are invited to attend.
3rd Form (Year 9)
4th Form (Year 10)
5th Form (Year 11)
At least one extra activity of their choice outside of the core programme. Individual music lessons are available in school during the school day and can be booked through the Director of Music.
At least one extra activity of their choice outside the core programme.
At least one extra activity of their choice outside the core programme.
Duke of Edinburgh Bronze is available as is Ten Tors (35 mile challenge - one team of six selected after rigorous training) to those who choose to get involved.
Careers events are run throughout the year.
In the Summer Term, after exams, the 3rd Form go away on an activity trip.
L6th Form (Year 12) Pupils continue in the CCF sections or move from the 5th Form Programme into an enrichment programme with the option of Clifton in the Community programme on a Thursday afternoon which involves a placement in a Community service option.
U6th Form (Year 13) Pupils continue with what they did in the L6th Form.
Other Activities
Individual music lessons are available in school during the school day and can be booked through the Director of Music.
Individual music lessons are available in school during the school day and can be booked through the Director of Music.
L6th Form (Year 12) A combination of lectures and PSHE sessions runs throughout the year on Wednesday afternoons. In the latter part of the Summer Term the focus shifts to preparing students’ university applications. In the final week of the Summer Term various activities are laid on to help develop students’ leadership skills. All 6th Form students are encouraged to participate in one or more societies, outside of the core programme. Duke of Edinburgh Gold is available, as is Ten Tors challenge (45 miles). Careers events run throughout the year and all L6th are offered the opportunity for a 1:1 careers guidance meeting.
U6th Form (Year 13) A combination of lectures and PSHE sessions runs in the Michaelmas and Lent Terms on Wednesday afternoons. All 6th Form students are encouraged to participate in one or more societies, outside of the core programme. Careers events are run throughout the years and careers advice is always available via the Careers Hub. Individual music lessons are available during the school day in a student’s study periods and can be booked through the Director of Music.
Individual music lessons are available during the school day in a student’s study periods and can be booked through the Director of Music.
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House Events Michaelmas Term House Song – The whole House combines to compete in an Inter-House competition singing in unison in Chapel on the night before half term. Part Song – A small select group from each House sings in an Inter-House competition. Parents are invited to watch part song, with priority given to the parents of those performing. House Senior and Junior Debating (runs throughout the year). House Art – Each House puts on a display of Art from across the House. This is open to parents to view in the Art Department after the Advent Carol Service. House Supper – A supper to celebrate Christmas, involving all pupils and House staff.
Lent Term House Play Festival – Running up to half term each House puts on a 45 minute play in the Redgrave Theatre. Parents are welcome to attend. Tickets are available through the Houses The Pens – a whole-school cross-country race at Ashton Court. International Singing Competition in which pupils compete to sing in a language other than their first language. Safari Supper around the Houses for 3rd Form pupils.
Summer Term House Instrumental – A small internal competition involving instrumental groups. House Dance Competition (Friday evening before Commem.). Parents are welcome to attend. Houses compete in tennis and the Clifton Chase. There are also Darts and General Knowledge competitions. Public Reading – A small competition in which pupils read an unseen and a passage of their choice in the Percival Library. Parents are welcome to attend.
All Terms House Performance Platforms on Thursday mornings and some evenings, allowing pupils to perform informally and individually to their Houses. Parents are welcome to attend. House Performance/music evenings put on throughout the year in the House or Music School. Parents are welcome to attend. House Sport – Pupils compete for their House in a wide variety of sports, e.g. rugby, hockey, waterpolo, mixed rounders and netball, or darts!
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School Events Michaelmas Term School Musical (Parents can apply for free tickets through the Redgrave Theatre box office). The Autumn Concert in Big School featuring a variety of musical groups and ensembles plus the orchestra. Acoustic night and open mic night in the JCR. Christmas Concert in the Chapel during the last night of term. Parents are welcome to attend these concerts. 3rd Form are offered the chance to attend an event in the Percival Library for Halloween.
Lent Term Joseph Cooper Concert featuring a variety of groups and ensembles. Joint Choirs Concert (Prep and Upper School in the Chapel). Band Night (in the Redgrave).
Parents are welcome to attend.
Acoustic Guitar and Jazz Night (in the JCR). Choral Congers (a chance for pupils to gather with a band to sing a variety of genres). Model United Nations (pupils travel to Bath and Edinburgh to compete).
Summer Term 3rd, 4th and L6th Form pupils’ Summer Production. All parents can apply for free tickets through the Redgrave Theatre box office. Junior and Senior Kadoorie Cup music competition for individual instrumental and singing performances. Parents are welcome to attend. Arts Evening (including Art, Drama, Dance, Music and a DT exhibition) on the same evening as the Summer Serenade Concert in the Chapel.
Parents are welcome to attend these concerts.
Commemoration Concert in the Chapel.
Throughout the year there are: Sporting Fixtures. Parents are welcome to come and support teams at school or at BB. Please see the Sports App for information on matches. Musical performances. There are a wide variety of concerts ranging from large scale choral extravaganzas to individual recitals. A music calendar is produced each term and details will be available nearer the time. All parents are welcome to attend - please do come and enjoy some of our wonderful music-making! LAMDA is available to all pupils and gives excellent training in public speaking and performance and results in qualifications which can contribute to UCAS points. There are also Author visits, organised by the Percival librarians, PSHE lectures for pupils and parents and other visiting speakers.
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Chapel Services Starred Services happen throughout the year and are compulsory for all pupils. Parents are welcome to join the Clifton Community for these services on some Saturdays. Please note that due to high demand there are some occasions and special services at which we have to give priority to certain groups of parents namely:
Cross-College Parents’ Prayer Group
Michaelmas Term
Summer Term
Remembrance Day (Priority to U6th and Forces parents)
Commemoration Day Service (This is a ticketed event for parents of leavers only). This group meets weekly on a Saturday morning at 32 College Road at 8:15am. Please contact The Chaplain (chaplain@cliftoncollege.com) for more information.
Carol Service (Compulsory for all pupils). (Ticketed event for parents). In the Michaelmas Term we hold an Advent Carol Service by candlelight on the Sunday evening before the Carol Service. (This is a Cross-College event and all parents are welcome to attend).
The Chaplain can provide pupils from other religious faiths any equipment that they need to aid their worship.
Jewish Worship There is a centre for Jewish worship and education at the heart of the Clifton Campus, which reflects the close links that exist between the College and the wider Jewish community. Morning prayers are said Wednesday to Friday inclusive, and there is an evening service and supper on Friday evenings. All the Jewish pupils at the College are involved, and on Saturdays they can join either the Orthodox or the Liberal congregations in Bristol for Shabbat services, if they choose not to attend lessons. Festivals that fall during term are observed in a similar manner, unless the pupils choose to go home. Visitors from the wider Clifton community are welcome at any of the weekday services.
Commemoration Weekend A large number of parents attend our annual Commemoration celebrations which take place at the end of the first half of the Summer Term. The programme of events usually includes an orchestral concert in the Chapel, Inter-House Dance competition and Soul Band in the marquee on Friday evening followed on the Saturday by a Chapel service (a ticketed event for parents of leavers only), for all parents prize giving and speeches are in the marquee, followed by drinks in the Houses and lunch back in the marquee. In the afternoon there is a chance to look at exhibitions and activities around the College as well as enjoy a 20:20 cricket match on the Close. Parents will be given advance notice of all the scheduled events. There is also a Ball run by the school to which parents, staff and Upper Sixth Form pupils are all invited.
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Glossary of Clifton Terms Armoury
The storeroom and administrative centre for CCF.
BB
Abbreviation for Beggar’s Bush, a 90-acre site on the far side of the River Avon with
playing fields, all weather surfaces and pavilions.
Big School (BSK)
The school dining hall, where all meals are eaten. Lunch is compulsory for day pupils
and breakfast lunch and supper for boarders.
Block I
The Sixth Form, Upper and Lower (Years 12 and 13).
Block II
The Third, Fourth and Fifth Forms (Years 9, 10, and 11).
Butcombe
The name of the Pre Prep.
Callover
Registration in the Houses.
CCF
The Combined Cadet Force, which is divided into three sections: Army, Navy and Air Force.
Commem
The annual celebration of the Commemoration of the Benefactors of the College Chapel, held at the beginning of half-term in the Summer Term. Speeches and prizes in a marque,
with exhibitions around the School.
Congers
Congregational hymn practice in the Chapel on Saturday mornings.
Dyffryn
A former school in the Brecon Beacons, used by the School for outdoor pursuits.
Exeats
Weekend leave of absence from School.
Grubber
The School Shop.
HoM & Asst HoM
Abbreviation of Housemaster/mistress and Assistant Housemaster/mistress
HoD
Abbreviation of Head of Department
JCR
Junior Common Room in the Crypt for Sixth Form where they can relax, eat lunch and
purchase snacks. Languages Café
At break all pupils can purchase snacks and drinks from the Languages Café which is
situated in the Modern Languages building 4/5 Worcester Road and Sixth Form can eat
lunch there. Marshal
The Marshal is responsible to the Head Master and the Senior Management Team for the
general discipline of the School, the detention system, the bounds and the absentee system;
he works closely with the Deputy Head (Pastoral).
Praepostors
School Prefects.
Starred Sunday
Sunday services when Chapel is compulsory have a star against them in the Calendar;
hence the name Starred Sunday.
SCR
The Senior Common Room for staff.
Teams in sport
Some boys’ teams still use Senior Colts (U16), Junior Colts (U15) and Yearlings (U14) for
particular year groups. The San
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3rd Form Lunch
Activities are listed in order of priority
Prep
7.30-9.00pm
Prep
Callover in Houses
Callover in Houses
7.10pm
Supper (3rd Form 6.00pm, 4th and 5th Form 6.10pm, Block I 6.30pm)
Supper (3rd Form 6.00pm, 4th and 5th Form 6.10pm, Block I 6.30pm)
Production Rehearsals
Activities & Societies
Music Groups. House Competitions
7.00pm
6.00-7.10pm
6.00-7.00pm
MED (5.30), Music Groups. Production Rehearsals Activities and Societies
Period 7 (5.05-5.55pm)
Prep
Callover in Houses
Supper (3rd Form 6.00pm, 4th and 5th Form 6.10pm, Block I 6.30pm)
Detention & Extra Work (66.50pm) Societies & Music Workshops
Music Activities and Societies(4.55 - 5.40) Activities & Societies
Period 6 (15.55-4.45pm)
Activities & Societies
Period 6 (4.05-4.55pm)
Tutor Group (2.30-2.50pm) Period 5 (2.55 -3.45pm)
3rd Form Extra Lessons 1.50-2.50pm then Games from 3.00pm Games for 4th to 6th Form (see notices for times)
Music Groups, Extra Work, Clinics, Activities (1.40-2.25 pm) (Those in games kit for activities must change back into school uniform for afternoon lessons)
Callover in Houses
U6th Form Lunch
L6th Form Lunch
5th Form Lunch
3rd Form Lunch
4th Form Lunch
Period 4 for 3rd & 4th Form
Period 4 for 5th & 6th Form
Period 3
Break
Period 2
Period 1
Tea (3.30-4.00pm) in Big School
CCF, 4th Form Outdoor Programme, 5th Form Enterprise Programme, PSP, 6th Form Clifton in the Community & Enrichment (See notices for timings)
Callover in Houses
U6th Form Lunch
L6th Form Lunch
5th Form Lunch
Callover in Houses 3rd Form Terriers (2.00-3.15 pm)
3rd Form Lunch
12.10pm
4th Form Lunch
From 1.30pm
4th Form Lunch
11.55pm
Period 4 for 3rd & 4th Form
Period 4 for 5th & 6th Form
U6th Form Lunch
Period 4 for 3rd & 4th Form
12.50-1.40pm
1.00pm
Period 4 for 5th & 6th Form
12.00-lunch
Period 3
L6th Form Lunch
Period 3
11.05-11.50
Break
Period 2
12.50pm
Break
10.30-11.05am
6th Form may eat lunch in the BSK, JCR, or Languages Café
Period 2
9.45-10.30am
Period 1
5th Form Lunch
Period 1
8.45-9.35am
Breakfast
Wednesday
Chapel (Choir Sectionals Alt Chapel (Choir Sectionals & Sop 8.10-8.40) Bass & Ten 8.10-8.40)
From 12.00noon
School Assembly
8.25am
Breakfast
Tuesday
12.40pm
Breakfast
Monday
7.15-8.10am
Period 3
Break
Period 2
Period 1
Chapel
Breakfast
Friday
Prep
Callover in Houses
Production Rehearsals
Supper (3rd Form 6.00pm, 4th and 5th Form 6.10pm, Block I 6.30pm)
Production Rehearsals
Activities & Societies
Senior, Junior plus CrossAge Games or 6th Form Clifton in the Community (See notices for timings)
Callover in Houses
U6th Form Lunch
L6th Form Lunch
5th Form Lunch
3rd Form Lunch
4th Form Lunch
12.25-1.15pm Lunch for the rest of school
12.15pm Lunch for Home teams
6th Form who have a study period lesson 4 may go to lunch in BSK at 12.00 noon: U6th Upper/L6th Lower Floor
Period 4 (11.35-12.15)
Break (11.05-11.35) Brunch for away teams
Period 3 (10.25-11.05)
Period 2 (9.35-10.15)
Period 1 (8.45-9.25) (Any starred Chapel services during period 1)
Congregational Practice
Breakfast
Saturday
Prep
Callover in Houses
Activities & Societies
Supper (3rd Form 6.00pm, 4th and 5th Form 6.10pm, Block I 6.30pm)
MED (5.15) Clinics Team Practices Activities & Societies
Period 6 (4.00-4.45pm)
Period 5 (3.05-3.50pm)
PSHE (2.30-3.00pm)
Callover in Houses
Detention (7.00-9.00pm)
Supper (6.00-7.00pm)
Music Groups Activities/Clinics/Study (1.402.25pm) (Those in games kit for activities must change back into school uniform for Games & Sports Activities afternoon lessons)
Callover in Houses
U6th Form Lunch
L6th Form Lunch
5th Form Lunch
3rd Form Lunch
4th Form Lunch
Period 4 for 3rd & 4th Form Period 4 for 3rd & 4th Form
Period 4 for 5th & 6th Form Period 4 for 5th & 6th Form
Period 3
Break
Period 2
Period 1
House Assemblies
Breakfast
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Brunch 11.00am-12.30pm
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