Brentford school for girls
brentford 6 form th
january
2020
brentford bulletin
“Top 100 non-selective state-funded schools in the country” Nick Gibb, Minister of State for schools (February 2016)
Keeping you in the loop Head teacher’s update
behaviour update
Dear Parent/Carers,
Parents/ Guardians/ Carers
I do hope that you have all had a fantastic festive break and are well rested for the year ahead. The last few weeks of the school year were full of festive cheer. I would like to thank all of the students who were involved in events over the Christmas season. The school raised a significant amount of funds for its chosen charity, Queen Elizabeth Foundation for disabled people which is a fantastic achievement.
As always at Brentford School, we remain focused on ensuring that each pupil reaches their full potential and has a positive school experience. As we begin the Spring term, it is important we work together to ensure all of our students maintain high levels of enthusiasm and motivation. I have listed below what I hope are some helpful tips to support you, as parents/carers, to motivate your daughter right up until the end of term.
As we move into the winter months, can I ask that you all do familiarise yourself with the severe weather conditions policy which you will find on our website. In the case of severe weather we always do try to keep the school open unless there is a risk to the health and safety of students and staff. If this is the case, you will always be informed as early as possible. As the weather is getting colder can I please remind you that school coats, if worn, must be in a dark colour and sweatshirts and hoodies are not to be worn.
Tips for your daughter’s success in school It should come as no surprise that success at school starts at home. Studies have linked poor academic performance to factors such as a lack of sleep, poor nutrition, obesity and a lack of parental support.
At the end of last term, we received our schools grading in the Department for Education ‘performance tables’. We are delighted once again to be graded in the top 15% of schools in England for the progress that our girls make at GCSE, which is a fantastic achievement which we are very proud of. Our results at A-level were also very pleasing. These results will be published in the new year. On behalf of the school, can I thank you as parents for the support that you have demonstrated as a parent body, attending parents evenings, and engaging with the school and your daughters in the learning process. You are a critical part of the achievement cycle, supporting the success of the girls. Wising you all a happy new year Thank you as always for your support. Best regards,
Marais Leenders Head teacher
The good news is, those same studies also show higher test scores for students who live in homes where healthy habits, regular routines, and good communication exist. How can you ensure your child heads off to school each day with the best possible foundation? Please find below some top tips on how to help your daughter succeed at Brentford School for Girls. Enforce healthy habits You cannot perform well when you don’t feel good. To help your daughter have the best chance at doing well in school, make sure she follows healthy habits at home. Choose a bedtime that will give your child plenty of sleep and provide a healthy breakfast each morning. Encourage exercise and limit the amount of time she spends watching TV, using her phone, listening to music, or using the computer or tablet. Routine is key! Most pupils thrive on structure and will respond well to routines that help them organise their days. On arrival home each day, there should be a brief rest period, followed by completion of homework and reading. To be effective, parents/carers must check this. Students should pack their own bags and get themselves organised for the following day. Create a space At school, your child has a desk or table where she works. Try to replicate this at home, preferably where there is plenty of light, few distractions and enough room to work. Read, read and read some more It is often said that children spend the first several years learning to read, and the rest of the lives reading to learn. The written