Welcome to the Luckley House Virtual Taster Day! Whilst I would, of course, prefer to be meeting you in person, I know that the virtual taster day will be a good way to start to understand what makes Luckley so special.
There is an excellent programme in place for today, led by Mrs Brown, Head of Transition and also Head of Year 7 and 8. Mrs Brown will be joined by members of our wonderful current Year 7 group and some of the wider staff, who will put on fun and interactive activities for you and all of our other prospective pupils.
At Luckley we aim to embed 21st century learning in all aspects of school life, recognising that learning is not only about academics, but about learning for life. Saying that, we are extremely proud of our pupils and the brilliant results and value add that they achieve each year, a reflection of their hard work, outstanding teaching and an excellent home-school partnership. I hope that the balance of activities today, covering academic subjects, creativity and sport will give you a taste of life at Luckley.
At Luckley we focus on the ‘personal best’ of each pupil, celebrating success across all areas of school life. Our curriculum both stretches and nurtures, so that all pupils reach their potential, both in and out of the classroom. Playing a full part in school life is encouraged, helping pupils develop into well-rounded individuals who are equipped for their future in an ever-changing and diverse society. Most importantly, Luckley is a school that is confident that where there is belief, there is possibility! We recognise each pupil for who they are and value and encourage each of them as individuals, to be happy, compassionate, courageous to have self-belief and to aim high!
Do use the Q&A session to ask our Year 7 pupils and teachers any questions that you have. We are planning to run some taster sessions in school for you in the autumn term, so I hope to meet you in person then.
Mrs Bizior HeadWithin this pack you will find almost everything you need for the morning’s session. There are materials included for each activity, other than PE, for which you just need yourself. The only other items that you should have to hand are:
• a pair of scissors and a few paperclips for the Science activity.
• the list of ingredients attached for the Spanish Cooking session
• A toilet roll and access to a step of some sort (e.g. stairs) for the Sports activity.
• some scrap paper for making any notes.
• a drink and a snack, in case you need it during the morning.
You should wear comfortable PE kit for the morning and perhaps wear an apron for the Spanish cooking session, although this is not essential.
To join the session, please use the following Zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82187323933?pwd=S0hMR25wR1hsakdYQ0tSSXNEdU5 5Zz09 Meeting ID: 821 8732 3933 Passcode: luckley21
If you experience any technical problems on the day, please email Registrar@ luckleyhouseschool.org
9.30am: Welcome from Mrs Bizior, Head and Mrs Brown, Head of Year 7.
9.35am: Introducing our Year 7 pupils – pupils will tell you what they like about Luckley and will describe a typical day.
9.45am: Ice breaker with the Year 7 pupils and staff.
9.55am: Q&A session with the Year 7 pupils and staff.
Activities
10.10am: Activity 1 – Art with Mr Battrick, Head of Art, Design and Photography.
10.30am: Activity 2 – Mathemagical with Mr Vallance, Deputy Head (Academic), Maths Teacher and Member of the Magic Circle.
10.50am: Activity 3 – ‘The Science of Flight’ with Mrs Miles, Maths and Science Tutor ‘
11.10am: Activity 4 - ‘Spanish Cook Along’ with Mrs Molloy, Head of MFL
11.30am: Activity 5 – PE with Mr Humphrey, Director of Sport.
11.50am: Mrs Bizior will close the event.