Saintfield High School 2010 Prospectus

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Prospectus

2010

SAINTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL

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Saintfield High School’s Mission Statement

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that can be expected from the most perfect institutions is that they should make it possible for individual excellence to develop itself, not that they should produce the perfect individual.”

Henri-Frederic Amiel

Welcome

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Welcome to Saintfield High School Our School Prospectus aims to provide you with an overview of our School days at Saintfield High School ~ enclosed is some background information regarding our teaching environment and learning experiences.

Our prospectus includes information on Pastoral, Curricular (including extra curricular) structures and supporting policies. We welcome applications from children from a wide and diverse range of religious, cultural and international backgrounds. I hope you find our prospectus informative.

It would be impossible to deal in full with every aspect mentioned, therefore, comments have been kept as brief as possible. We are very proud of our pupils who make this School such a success. These successes are a result of three great strengths: 1 A strong School ethos built upon family values and principles.

2 The support and co-operation of parents.

3 A highly motivated and professional team of teaching and non-teaching staff.

V Watt Principal

The Primary Aim of the School

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To develop a well ordered school community, in which staff and pupils work together with mutual respect in the pursuit of individual excellence for all pupils.

TO ACHIEVE THIS PRIMARY AIM, WE HAVE FIVE SUBSIDIARY AIMS

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Aim 2

Aim 3

Aim 4

Aim 5

To promote the spiritual, moral, cultural and physical development of each pupil

To provide a broad balanced and relevant curriculum for each pupil

To foster a positive, caring environment and develop attitudes through which individuals may learn respect from others and become responsible members of society

To establish a creative and secure educational partnership between the school, the home and the community

To promote self-esteem, confidence and self-discipline among all pupils

Our Welcome to You The past four years of my school days at Saintfield High School have been filled with successes and achievements. When I arrive at school everyday I have no worries on my mind as school is like a second home. It is a place where I feel I am secure – it is a place which has a very friendly atmosphere.

My first year at school was in 2004. At that young age I and had no confidence in myself. However as the years passed my confidence has grown all due to how I have been treated and all that has been done for me. The extra curricular clubs I attend are great fun. I worried, like every other first year pupil, wondering if I would make any friends but in Saintfield High School it is like one big family where everyone is friends. In Saintfield High School you get many chances to show your inner talents and abilities. I have really enjoyed five years at Saintfield High School and wouldn’t have wanted to go anywhere else.

Kathryn Savage Head Girl I feel proud to be Head Boy and am proud to have such an important role in my school community. Whilst a pupil at Saintfield High School I have always received a great deal of help and support from my teachers in completing my classwork, homework and coursework. I am always encouraged to take part in lessons and also in every school event. We are all made to feel that we are a valued member of the school community.

Richard Robinson Head Boy

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Contents

6 Welcome

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Sport/Extra Curricular

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Primary Aim of School

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Admissions Information

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Our Welcome

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Examination Details

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Contents

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School Code of Behaviour

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Governors/Staffing

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What Saintfield High School Means to Me

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Pastoral Care

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Careers and Counselling

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Curriculum Details

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Uniform

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Charging and Remission Policy

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Child Protection Arrangements

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Governors and Staffing

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Board Of Governors 2005 - 2009 Chairman Mr W J Dick Secretary Ms V Watt Vice-Chairman Mr S W Carlisle Mr R Burgess, Mr D Donnan, Mr G Jebb, Mr J Megraw, Dr R Montgomery, Mr R Patterson, Mrs M Sore

STAFF 2009 - 2010 Principal Vice-Principal

Ms V Watt, B Ed, M Ed, PG Dip G & C, PGCEd.Man Mrs M Sore, M Ed, BSc(Hons), PGCE, PQH Mr B F Adams, BA, Dip Ed Mrs H Birt, PGCE, B Mus Mr T Bolton, B Ed (Hons), Cert Ed Mr M Carter, BSc (Hons), PGCE Mrs D Cheshire, BA (Hons), PGCE Mrs C Christie, BA (Hons), PGCE Mrs J Collis, B Ed Mrs J Crowe, BSc, PGCE Mrs L Cullen, BA (Hons), PGCE Mrs A Dempsey MSc, PGCE Mrs L Douglas, B Ed (Hons) Mr M Elliott, BA (Hons), PGCE Mrs R Elliott, BSc (Hons), PGCE, Dip PD (SEN) Miss V Harrison, B Ed (Hons) Miss R Herron, BA (Hons), PGCE Miss S L Hynds, MA (Hons), MA Hons), PGCE Mrs E Irwin, B Ed, DASE Mrs W Johnston, B Ed, MSc Mrs A Laffin, Cert Ed, DASE Mr T Long, BSc (Hons), PGCE Mr D McCann, BSc (Hons) DIS, PGCE Miss A Mullen, B Ed Miss K Salmon B Ed (Hons), Dip DSc Mrs J Stranney, BA (Hons), PGCE

Foreign Language Assistant

Mlle V St Pierre

Laboratory Technician

Mrs L McClurg

Technology & Design Technician tba I.C.T. Technician

Mrs M Espeso-Shaw

Classroom Assistants

Mrs C French, Mrs B Hale Mrs C Payne Mrs K Roy, Mrs J Thompson

Administration

Mrs C Gibson (School Secretary) Mrs K Maxwell, Mrs B Fletcher (part-time) , Mrs S J Reid Library Assistant (part-time)

Building Supervisors

Mr T Bland Ms I Leckey

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Pastoral Care

Our Partnership with You, Parents ~ our Partners As members of the teaching and non-teaching staff of Saintfield High School we consider ourselves to be partners with you, the parents, in your child’s learning process. We believe that a pupil’s education is enhanced when parents and teachers share common objectives.

Pastoral Organisation On enrolment at Saintfield High School all pupils are allocated to a tutor group, the maximum size of which rarely exceeds twenty-five pupils. Year 8 pupils are grouped into three mixed ability classes.

In Saintfield High School we believe that pupils learn best when they are in a happy and caring environment where they are respected as individuals.

The team of staff who provide overall pastoral care and who monitor attendance and academic progress include:

The Form Tutor Each tutor has specific responsibility for pupils in his/her class group and is the main point of contact for parents. Form Tutors monitor academic progress and exercise pastoral care of the boys and girls in their form class. If pupils have any concerns they may talk to their Form Tutor.

School Counsellor The pastoral guidance given by Form Tutors is supported by the School Counsellor, Mrs E Irwin. Mrs Irwin is also the School’s designated teacher for Child Protection (including bullying). Mrs Irwin has access to appropriate specialist external agencies through the SEELB, South Eastern Trust and Contact Youth.

The Head of Senior School and The Head of Junior School The Head of Senior School is Mrs M Sore with Mrs J Crowe as Head of Junior School. Both teachers have special responsibilities for all the classes within their Year groups They liaise with the Form Tutors and the Principal in all matters pertaining to Pastoral Care.

The Vice-Principal for Pastoral Care Mrs M Sore is our Vice-Principal for Pastoral Care. It is her role to provide support for all members of staff in implementing the School’s Pastoral Policies and will liaise with parents, external agencies and the Principal.

Pastoral care is extended beyond the classroom through a wide range of extra curricular activities.

Pastoral Care The aims of our Pastoral Care are expressed within the following Policies: • Anti-Bullying • Child Protection • Crisis Management and Bereavement • Drugs Education • Personal, Social and Health Education Programme • Promoting Positive Behaviour • Relationships and Sexuality Education • Special Educational Needs • Suicide Policy.

If you wish to receive a copy of any of the above documents, please contact the Principal’s Secretary, Mrs C Gibson.

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The Curriculum Organisation

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Junior School

Compulsory

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Music

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Occupational Studies Physical Education

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Physical Education ~ GCSE

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Performing Arts

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Religious Education

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Science ~ Additional Applied

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For the first three years (Key Stage 3) pupils follow the programmes of study as set out in the Education (NI) Order 2006.

The new Revised Curriculum for Key Stage 3 was introduced to Year 8 in September 2007. In Year 8 classes are of mixed ability while in Years 9 and 10 classes are organised into pre-determined groupings. After parental, pupil and teacher consultation, choices in subject options are made at the end of Year 10. All pupils at Saintfield High School follow examination courses – pupils have the opportunity to study up to 9 GCSE subjects. Results are above the Northern Ireland averages for a school of our type.

A new course was introduced at Key Stage 4 last year, resulting in pupils achieving an Intermediate Certificate of Training Award for tractor and forklift truck driving. This course allows pupils the opportunity to experience qualifications which are considered essential to their future employment in the agriculture and construction businesses.

The Curriculum Organisation DEPARTMENTS

SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAMME The progress of all pupils is monitored throughout the year through a process of formal testing, assessment, reviews and reports. Our aim is to ensure that prompt intervention strategies are put in place when deemed necessary.

• Business Studies • English And Media Studies • Geography • Health & Social Care • History • Home Economics • Information Technology • Learning For Life And Work • Mathematics • Mordern Languages • Music And Performing Arts • Occupational Studies • Personal Development • Physical Education • Religious Education • Science • Technology & Design • Horticulture

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HOME STUDY Parents are encouraged to ensure that each week day evening some one to two hours are spent on hard uninterrupted study.

This will cover not just homework but also extra work, and much needed revision. This is a necessity if work done in class is to be adequately reinforced and developed.

Pupils are provided with a homework diary and a homework timetable is produced for each class to ensure a relatively uniform distribution of homework throughout the week. Parents should ensure that pupils are given privacy, quietness and reasonable facilities for study. Written homework should frequently be signed by parents.

Where in parents’ opinion a homework is too long or difficult for a pupil to finish, a consultation with the subject teacher or form tutor is encouraged.

Specialists in English, Science and Mathematics are involved in supporting teaching and learning in the classroom. Our aim is to maximize the learning opportunities of all our pupils.

Those pupils identified as having a a Special Education Need will benefit from Individual Education Plans drawn up according to the recommendations of their statement of need. The School follows the requirements of the SEN Code of Practice.

Sport

12 School’s Sporting Aims The interaction of individuals and groups through Physical Education.

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To encourage each child to adopt a healthy lifestyle.

To help them acquire skills.

To prepare them for postitive, lifelong leisure and recreational activities.

To encourage the pupil to be critical and inventive and to develop as a person.

To create an appreciation of cultural heritage.

We aim to make pupils proficient competitors in the major sports while giving them a knowledge and understanding of as many sports as resources and time allows.

Sports Available Athletics Badminton Basketball Cricket Cross Country Running Dance (Aerobic, Creative, National) Golf

Gymnastics Hockey Netball Rugby Soccer Swimming Trampolining

Sports Facilities 2 Soccer Pitches Use of Council Hockey Ground

Hire Facilities at: Robinson Centre (swimming pool) Newtownards Leisure Centre

The Department of Education has acknowledged the need for an additional Sports Hall, a Sports Pavilion and an upgrade of the School’s playing fields.

Extra Curricular Activities There is a wide range of clubs and societies in Saintfield High School which pupils are encouraged to join: Netball Club

ACTIVITY

Pony Club

Badminton

RE Revision Class

Choir

Rugby

Computer Club

Science Club

Craft Club

Scripture Union Club/Share Club

Cricket

Senior Art Club

Drama Club & Performing Arts Group

Table Tennis

Duke of Edinburgh

Year 11 Coursework Clinic

English Coursework Clinic

Yr 12 Coursework Clinic – Computer Room

English Pupil Support Football GCSE French Study Class GCSE Technology Club General Fitness (in gym) Geography Club Golf History Club Hockey Club Judo Junior Art Club Mathematics Revision Mathematics Year 12

The Library is open every break and lunchtime

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Admissions Criteria (Transfer Procedure) 2010

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Admissions will be determined by a designated sub-committee of the Board of Governors, which shall include the Principal. The Board of Governors reserves the right to require such supplementary evidence as it may determine to support or verify information on the Transfer Form.

You will be required to present verification documents AFTER your child has been offered a place at the School. Original documents are required and not facsimiles or photocopies. The provision of false or incorrect information or the failure to provide verifying documents according to the required deadline may result in either the withdrawal of a place or the inability of a School to offer a place.

In the event of the School being over-subscribed pupils will be admitted according to the following criteria, applied in the order set down:

6 All other children ~ priority will be given to those applicants who had a parent enrolled at the school; applicants should name the parent and date of enrolment at the school.

If following the application of the above criteria in order there comes a point where there are more children who meet a particular criterion than there are spaces available, the unique random computerised number (which was allocated on receipt of applications) will be assigned and used to allocate places in ascending order.

1 Children who have a child of the family currently enrolled at the school.

Applicants should record on the Transfer Form the name of the child and date of enrolment at the school.

It is the responsibility of parents to include all information relevant to the above admissions criteria on the parents’ remarks section of the Transfer Form.

Only information thus declared can be considered when applying the School’s admissions criteria.

2 Children who have had a child of the family who attended the school.

Applicants should record on the Transfer Form the name of the child and date he/she left Saintfield High School.

Arrangements in relation to applications for admission to Year 8 AFTER the 2010/2011 School year begins:

3 Children who are the eldest child(ren) of the family.

4 Children who attend one of the following feeder primary schools:

5 Children for whom Saintfield High School is the nearest suitable school as measured by the Ordnance Survey web distance measurement tool.

Academy, Saintfield Alexander Dickson Andrews Memorial Ballycloughan Ballykeigle Ballynahinch Cairnshill Carr Carrickmannon Carryduff Cedar Integrated

Comber Derryboy Down High Prep Downpatrick Glasswater Killinchy Killyleagh Knockbreda Millenium Integrated Moneyrea St Mary’s, Comber

If admission becomes possible after the commencement of the 2010 School Year, the above criteria will also be applied, in the first instance, to those applicants who have previously been refused a place in the School during the Transfer Procedure and who are on our Waiting List on the day a place becomes available, providing: 1) Their parents have informed the School in writing, after the transfer placement has been received that they wish their child to be placed on a waiting list which will be effective from 1 September 2010;

2) Their parents have informed the School in writing which School their child has been allocated to in the Transfer Procedure.

Admissions APPLICATIONS AND ADMISSIONS Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

Admission 65 68 68 68 68

Enrolment 336 343 348 353 358

September 2005:

96 applications

65 pupils admitted

September 2006:

105 applications

68 pupils admitted

September 2007:

112 applications

68 pupils admitted

September 2008:

114 applications

68 pupils admitted

September 2009:

82 application

68 pupils admitted

ADMISSION DETAILS

ATTENDANCE: In 2007 - 2008 the Average Daily Attendance rate was 93.8%.

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School Percentage

2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09

94.30% 94.20% 93.80% 94.10%

Northern Ireland Average Percentage 90.42% 90.40% 90.30% not available

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Examinations

16 EXAMINATIONS OFFERED GCSE Art and Design Business Studies English English Literature French Geography Health & Social Care History Home Economics Information & Communication Technology Learning for Life and Work Mathematics Occupational Studies Performing Arts Physical Education Religious Studies Science: General Science: Additional Science: Additional Applied Technology & Design

EXAMINING BOARD CCEA CCEA CCEA CCEA AQA AQA CCEA AQA CCEA CCEA CCEA CCEA CCEA AQA AQA CCEA AQA AQA AQA CCEA

KEY STAGE 3 TEST RESULTS - Pupils achieving Level 5 or above

Saintfield High School

Northern Ireland

Subject

2007

2008

2009

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2008

2009

English

86.7%

87.9%

80.3%

56.7%

47.1%

40.2%

Mathematics

79.4%

90.9%

83.1%

53.1%

47.8%

41.4%

Science

91.1%

80.3%

81.7%

48.3%

38.1%

32.8%

NICCEA: GCSE grades A* - C in 5 or more subjects 2007 – 2008 placed Saintfield High School 3rd out of 154 non-grammar schools in Northern Ireland.

Not everything that happens in a school can be measured by examination results. Personal and social skills, motivation, loyalty, idealism and spiritual qualities, more important to many, and largely immeasurable in examinations, are developed in this school.

Examination Results The importance of examinations for entry to higher/further education and employment cannot be overlooked. Our teaching organisation encourages pupils to attempt external examinations. It is our experience very few pupils opt out of the full range of subjects. Results in these examinations have been of a consistently high standard over many years. It is school policy that all pupils attempt the fullest range of subjects possible at GCSE level plus other non-GCSE options. On average each pupil attempts eight GCSE examinations.

GCSE Examination Results 2008-2009 • Number of Year 12 67 • Number of subjects offered 20 97% • Of the 67 pupils 65 were entered for 8 or more subjects • 66% of all GCSE examination entries produced A*, A, B, & C grades in 5 or more subjects • 99.1% of all entries gained A* - G grades As well as their academic achievements no pupil left in 2008 without having developed a wide range of skills in sport, music, hobbies plus personal and social skills.

Destination Of The 68 Year 12 Pupils (June 2009) FE College (21)

A Levels Grammar School (21)

SAINTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL

Seeking Employment (1)

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English 67 Entries Mathematics 67 Entries Science: 67 Entries Learning For Life And Work 65 Entries French 33 Entries Geography 24 Entries History 12 Entries Art & Design 9 Entries Additional Science 20 Entries Additional Applied Science 11 Entries Business Studies 18 Entries English Literature 9 Entries Health & Social Care 34 Entries Home Economics 12 Entries ICT 21 Entries Religious Studies 65 Entries Technology & Design 19 Entries Performing Arts 11 Entries Physical Education 22 Entries Totals 587 Entries

2 2.98%

3 12.5%

1 11.11% 2 10.0%

Grade A 1 1.49% 4 5.97% 4 5.97% 7 10.76% 3 9.09% 6 25.00%

7 77.77% 2 10.0%

2 22.22%

1 5.26%

A* 9 1.53%

2 3.07% 6 31.57%

3 13.63% A 47 8.02%

% OF RESULTS GRADED A* - C (or equivalent) = 68.2%

Employment (5)

Training/ Apprenticeship (20)

Grade B 10 14.93% 14 20.89% 18 26.86% 26 40.00% 5 15.15% 10 41.67% 1 8.3% 1 11.11% 13 65.0% 1 9.09% 1 5.55% 2 22.22% 4 11.76% 1 8.33% 1 4.76% 12 18.46% 4 21.05% 5 45.45% 8 36.36% B 137 23.37%

Grade C 32 47.76% 29 43.28% 21 31.34% 16 24.61% 15 45.45% 2 8.33% 4 33.33%

3 15.0% 1 9.09% 6 33.33% 3 33.33% 12 35.29% 5 41.66% 6 28.57% 25 38.46% 8 42.10% 2 18.18% 4 18.18% C 194 33.10%

Grade E 6 8.96% 6 8.95% 4 5.97% 7 10.76% 1 3.03% 1 4.17% 3 25.00%

2 16.67%

4 36.36% 3 16.66% 1 11.11% 7 20.58% 1 8.33% 7 33.33% 14 21.53%

5 45.45% 5 27.77%

3 16.66%

6 17.64% 2 16.66% 3 14.28% 8 12.30%

5 14.70% 3 25.00% 4 19.04% 3 4.61%

3 27.27% 4 18.18% D 105 17.91%

1 9.09% 3 13.63% E 61 10.41%

F 28 4.78%

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Level 1

Grade F

Grade G

U 1 1.49% 1 1.49%

2 2.96% 4 5.97% 2 3.07%

1 1.53%

1 11.11%

%OF RESULTS GRADED A* - E = 94.4%

Level 2 (equivalent to GCSE A* - C) Occupational Studies (40 entries)

Grade D 17 25.37% 11 16.41% 14 20.89% 6 9.23% 9 27.27% 2 8.33% 2 16.67%

1 1.53%

G

U 5 0.85%

% OF RESULTS GRADED A* - G = 99.1%

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School Code Of Behaviour

These are in place to help the School to run smoothly and to protect both people and property.

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Good behaviour and respect for others is expected both inside and outside school and when travelling to and from school including the school buses.

Pupils are expected to be punctual, both arriving at school each morning by 8.25am at the latest and when changing classes.

Pupils are not allowed to leave school before 2.40pm. Any Doctor Dental appointments should be after school. Exceptions to this rule require a note from a parent or guardian. If absent from school a pupil must bring a note of explanation to his/her Form Tutor on the day of his/her return.

Pupils do not leave the school grounds at lunchtime unless they are going HOME for lunch and have gained a lunchtime pass from the Vice-Principal.

Pupils should keep to the left hand side of the corridor when WALKING through the building.

Damaging school property or the property of other pupils is a serious offence. Any damage should be reported without delay. Pupils may have to pay for damage caused.

Pupils must abide by the rules regarding school uniform as the wearing of school uniform is compulsory. Pupils must change into full school uniform at the end of after school sporting activities.

All personal property should be clearly marked with the owner’s name.

Pupils are responsible for their own belongings and valuable items must NOT be left in the cloakrooms or changing rooms. They must be kept on the person or placed in the care of a responsible person.

Pupils are not permitted to bring mobile ‘phones into school. If, because of exceptional circumstance, a ‘phone is needed after school, the ‘phone should be given to the School Secretary or to the Form Tutor on entering the school building and collected at the end of the day.

Chewing gum should not be brought into school. It is not permitted in any part of the school.

PROMOTING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR • Good behaviour is expected from each pupil in the school, indeed unless good behaviour is present effective teaching and learning cannot take place.

• Society rightly expects that a school sends out its pupils with high standards of behaviour.

• The three most important spheres of influence on behaviour are home, church and school. Each needs to play a full part in the education process.

• In this school we seek to encourage the development of self discipline with mutual respect for others. Abundant opportunities are provided for children to be engaged in worthwhile activities where such development may readily take place.

• When behaviour in school is unacceptable there is a need for sanction and punishment. These include, in ascending order or seriousness: (a) Sanctions within the classroom.

(b) Sanctions within the school. (c) Sanctions beyond the school - suspension and expulsion following communication with Board Officers and Chairman of Board of Governors.

Parents should note that they will be informed in advance when pupils are detained and that entitlement to free transport does not itself exempt a pupil from detention.

The school policy on Promoting Positive Behaviour is circulated to all parents of Year 8 pupils each June and reviewed annually.

School Code Of Behaviour

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REPORTS Progress of all pupils is monitored throughout the year by continuous assessment and by examinations in the Summer Term. Those taking external examinations are given a trial examination also in the Spring Term of Year 11 and Year 12. Reports are issued twice a year. Parents should feel free to enquire about their children’s progress at any time and likewise the school will bring to parents’ attention any problems needing their assistance either by letter or Daily Report Card. There is a separate Parents’ Consultation Meeting for each year group annually and parents/guardians are strongly encouraged to attend.

What Saintfield High School Means To Me

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Davey 10EL

Saintfield High School is special to me because it has a canteen with lots of healthy food and drinks. The school also has a library full of books and computers.

Saintfield High School equals learning , exams, schoo l trips, fun, after-school cl ubs, socialising and sometimes rain y days but mos tly sunny!

Laura Carvill 10 EL

It’s a from h sort of hom aroun ome. My fri e away d me ends aweso and the tea are all me. P chers It’s a s E is really fu are pecial n place. .

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Benjamin Milliken-Robb 9EL

It is a hap py school to be in. I would adv ise other peo ple to com e to our sch ool.

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Comb 9CO

aintfield arting S de lots of t s e c in S e ma ool I hav I enjoy the h c S h ig H s. w friend ies such as e n t a e r g ivit hool act ers are after-sc he teach T . ir o h nd C ul.

Drama a aring and helpf c all

It means learning new things, meeting new friends and having a laugh. I like it here and I feel really safe. I like Saintfield High School.

Rache

Saintfield High School is special to me because it is like a great big family. I love it. Everyone knows who you are and you know everyone too. The after school clubs are good fun. The teachers are great, if you have any problems they are always willing to come and help.

Lisa Tweed

Saintfield High School means a lot to me and my Mum and sister. It’s the best school ever. It’s like home.

Bradley Clarke 10EL

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Johnny Burgess 9EL

This school is great.

The teachers are really funny and help you a lot.

It is amazing.

Dale Best 10EL

This school means a lot to me. It is like my family and Ms Watt is like a mum, telling me what is right and wrong.

Danielle Rigby 10CO

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It’s not just a school where you le arn. It’s abo ut friendship, working tog ether and taking b igger steps in life.

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Ellen Downs

Saintfield High Scho means hav ol ing fun, se eing your and enjoy ing your d friends ay. There happening is something every day.

The teach nice and h ers are rea elp you w lly hen you n eed help.

Elena McL au ghlin 9EL

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Saintfield H igh School m fun, friendsh eans ip and it’s co ol because a the teachers ll know your n ame and the always say ‘h y ello’. I love being here, it’s just like a second ho me.

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Careers and Counselling Routine counselling is offered to all pupils with the emphasis being on helping them to make their own decisions in life. Pupils are also able to consult the school counsellor to discuss personal problems and problems affecting their lives in general. Current careers information is freely available on request from the Careers Library which is managed by senior pupils.

Pupils in Year 11 spend a week in the Summer Term on a Work Experience opportunity.

The Careers Officer from the Department for Employment and Learning visits the school weekly to give any practical help necessary. Careers talks and visits are provided for school leavers.

Year 12 pupils experience simulated interviews which provide invaluable experience of the real thing. Year 10 pupils begin the process of personal career planning through the Learning for Life and Work programme which is continued into Year 11 through timetabled careers periods and the ‘Employability’ programme of study.

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A Whole School Approach to the Management of the Issues Pertaining to Bullying Behaviour In Saintfield High School we firmly believe that every child has the right to learn and every teacher also has the right to teach in an atmosphere free from fear and intimidation. We do not tolerate any form of bullying.

If a teacher witnesses a bullying incident or has a bullying incident reported to them, they will immediately investigate by speaking to the parties involved. Each case will be followed up to support/prevent a recurrence of the problem. It is the bullying behaviour we disapprove of … not the pupil(s).

The lines of communication are illustrated on the following diagram: PRINCIPAL Ms Watt VICE-PRINCIPAL Mrs Sore

Mrs Crowe

MRS IRWIN

MRS SORE

(Head of Junior School)

(School Counsellor)

(Head of Senior School)

FORM TUTOR

TEACHER

Parents and pupil(s) are the central focus of our lines of communication.

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School Uniform Every pupil wears school uniform. Details are as follows:

GIRLS Blazer

A black blazer with school badge

Skirt

Grey - length NOT shorter than midway between end of blazer and knee

Shirt

White with Junior or Senior School tie

Jumper

Maroon ‘V’ neck

Shoes

Plain black low heeled, soft soled school shoes

Tights

Black tights

Outwear

Official School outdoor coat

Bag

Plain black

(no fashion shoes, trainers or pumps)

Summer Term In the summer term a short sleeved white blouse can be worn.

PE Skirt

Black pleated games skirt

Blouse

Maroon polo shirt

Shorts

Black stretch shorts

Socks

Maroon long sports sock with 3 black bands

Coat

Black outdoor coat with school badge

Trousers

Black tracksuit bottoms

Gym Shoes White with non-marking sole.

Shin pads and gum shield are recommended.

School Uniform

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BOYS Blazer

A black blazer with school badge

Trousers

Black

Shirt

White with Junior or Senior School tie

Pullover

Maroon ‘V’ neck

Socks

Grey or black

Shoes

Plain black, soft soled school shoes (not gym shoes or boots)

Outwear

Official School outdoor coat

Bag

Plain black

Summer Term In the summer term a short sleeved white shirt can be worn with tie

PE Shorts

Black two tone soccer short

Vest

Maroon rugby shirt with white collar

Socks

Maroon long sports sock with 3 black bands

Coat

Black outdoor coat with school badge

Trousers

Black tracksuit bottoms

Gym Shoes White with non-marking sole. Football boots

Shin pads and gum shield are recommended The official outfitters to the School are:

Messrs David A Marshall & Son, 74 Main Street, Saintfield • Tel: 02897 510315

For both Boys and Girls a CONVENTIONAL hairstyle is considered to be part of the uniform requirement.

Jewellery is kept to a minimum for reasons of safety, distraction and loss of property: •

• • •

One small plain gold/silver stud ear-ring is allowed in the lobe of each ear – rings/hoops are not permitted.

One small ring and watch allowed.

Only badges associated with school to be worn in school.

No chewing gum, peanuts or nut products are permitted within school premises.

IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT ALL ARTICLES ARE CLEARLY MARKED WITH PUPIL’S NAME IN INDELIBLE INK

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Charging And Remissions Policy CHARGING AND REMISSIONS POLICY The Education Reform (Northern Ireland) Order 1989 retains a general commitment to the concept of free education for all pupils throughout the period of compulsory schooling. However the Board of Governors seek an annual voluntary contribution of £20 per family to a School fund designed to support a wide variety of extra curricular activities for pupils in years 8-12.

All teaching of subjects prescribed in the Northern Ireland Curriculum is given free of charge to parents, as are all entries for public examinations offered by the School and taken by pupils for the first time. Parental requests for the re-marking of External Examinations will be charged for in full.

Individual tuition in a musical instrument is at a nominal fee of £160 tuition and £35 instrument hire per annum – subject to review. The instrument hire is free to pupils whose parents are receiving Income Support. No charges are made for transport of pupils representing the School, for example in team games, inter school quizzes, community service or musical events.

However, charges are made where parents indicate in advance a wish to own a finished product, for ingredients, materials and/or components used within practical areas of the curriculum like Home Economics or Technology and Design. Similarly, where parents have agreed to their child’s participation in a residential trip which takes place mainly outside School hours, charges are made to cover the costs involved. Optional activities organised by the School which require charges to be made, require the written consent of parents before their children are permitted to participate in them.

Fuller details of the School’s policy on Charging and Remissions may be had from the Secretary to the Board of Governors.

All documentation related to the delivery and management of the School curriculum plus South Eastern Board information and departmental circulars are accessible in the School Office subject to an appointment being made through the school office.

Drug Education Policy and Child Protection Arrangements DRUG EDUCATION POLICY “Children are influenced by their peers, their parents, youth culture, the media and others - but education, in particular through the schools, has a key role to play in ensuring that young people know the risks of drug taking and have the knowledge and skills to resist”. (Drug Prevention and Schools: DFE 1994)

Within the curriculum of Saintfield High School drug education is organised through the Personal, Social and Health Education Programme (PD) of the school and augmented by the subject programmes of study. Appropriate external speakers are invited to expand on relevant topics throughout the year.

The PD Programme takes into account the age and perceived level of maturity of the pupils in each year group.

SAINTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL’S CHILD PROTECTION ARRANGEMENTS (a) If any parents have concerns about the safety of their (or another) child they can inform: (i) Ms Watt, the Principal, or (ii) Mrs Irwin, the School Counsellor, who is the Designated Teacher

responsible for co-ordinating action on Child Protection Arrangements,

or (iii) Mrs Sore, the Vice-Principal, in the absence of Mrs Irwin. (b) Reporting back on the progress and outcome of a complaint will be by the Designated Teacher approached. (c) Other avenues open to parents to pursue their complaint if they remain dissatisfied with the outcome is first to refer the matter to the Principal if she has not as yet been involved, or second to refer the matter to the Chairperson of the Board of Governors. A flow-chart of the process is included for you information.

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HOW A PARENT CAN MAKE THEIR CONCERNS KNOWN TO THE SCHOOL

I have a concern about my/a child’s safety I can talk to the class/form tutor If I am still concerned, I can talk to the Designated Teacher for child protection Mrs Irwin - School Counsellor/Mrs Sore - VP If I am still concerned, I can talk to the Principal – Ms Watt If I am still concerned, I can talk/write to the Chairman of the Board of Governors At any time, I can talk to Social Services or the Police LOCAL CARE Unit

The details contained in this Prospectus are correct at December 2009, but should any subsequent changes take place, these will be published in the Board of Governors’ Annual Report and records of the changes will be available from the School Office.

Term dates and holidays for 2010 - 2011 will be known in May 2010. Details of these dates are issued to pupils in September 2010.

Please take time to visit our school website on: www.saintfieldhighschool.com

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SAINTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL 21 Comber Road, Saintfield BT24 7BB • Tel: 02897 510356 • Fax: 02897 510254 • E.mail: info@saintfield.saintfield.ni.sch.uk • Web: www.saintfieldhighschool.com

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