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A message from our Principal

A very warm welcome to Oasis Academy Lister Park Welcome to Oasis Academy Lister Park. We are a thriving 11-19 comprehensive academy set in the Manningham area of Bradford, close to the beautiful grounds of Cartwright Hall and Lister Park.

I am incredibly proud to be the Principal of such a vibrant and progressive academy and feel privileged to serve the local community and our wonderful families who live here.

The ethos of our academy is a clear one: to enable all our students to thrive and progress through the nurture, care and guidance we give them. At Oasis Academy Lister Park, every child really does matter and we work hard to ensure that all is done in our students’ best interests – whether that be providing a curriculum matched to their individual abilities and interest, or ensuring their progression to the most appropriate pathway once they finish their qualifications with us. We pride ourselves on providing a nurturing environment that also challenges students to achieve the highest academic standards.

We provide a positive, supportive and well-disciplined environment which enables all students to fulfil their potential and achieve success in all aspects of school life. We want our students to leave with the skills to adapt, flourish and make the most of every opportunity regardless of the challenges they face in an ever changing world. We are fully committed to the highest possible standards of care and guidance which will develop our students into open-minded, flexible and resilient young people ambitious to succeed and make a positive contribution to society.

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Ofsted recognises the academy as being good in all areas where pupils’ personal development and welfare are of paramount importance. The school is a caring and thoughtful community in which students demonstrate compassion for others. It is students’ own attitudes, alongside the quality teaching provided by our staff, which leads to them to doing so well. We also know that to achieve our aims, being part of a strong multi-academy trust is essential. Oasis Community Learning is committed to professional excellence and provides first class strength and guidance to all staff at Oasis Academy Lister Park.

Our positive partnership with Bradford Council also means we are able to work collaboratively with other local schools to provide exceptional education at the heart of our community. Strong effective relationships with our parents underpin the work we do and, working together, our students succeed.

Siân Dover Principal Oasis Academy Lister Park

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Mission and vision statement and values Academy Ethos & Holistic Education Our strong ethos of inclusion and pastoral care reinforces our commitment to looking after and developing the ‘whole’ child.

Our curriculum supports the development of skills, knowledge and character. We expect our students to participate in the many enrichment opportunities provided to enrich their own and the lives of others, and be professional by committing to a life of learning, taking pride in their appearance, being present, punctual, prepared, and taking advantage of leadership and enterprise opportunities. We celebrate individual talents and abilities, developing confident, independent students who enjoy life-long learning.

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Transforming Lives...

Our Values Every child matters We identify and develop the gifts, talents and interests of all our students. Our curriculum and extended opportunities enable all students to engage in their education. They enjoy learning and achieve success. We help them learn how to be healthy and stay safe. They make positive contributions to their academy, their community and the wider world. They develop spiritual, social, physical, emotional and economic well-being. The achievements of all our students are valued.

Education for all All members of our community are learners. Our students are educated for life. Our staff are developed through teamwork, training and the opportunities that an innovative environment brings. The educational facilities are shared with local schools and local people. We provide lifelong learning.

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“It takes a whole village to educate a child�

This African saying reflects the importance of the whole community in educating our children. We employ first-class staff and support goes far beyond the classroom, into the local community.

Parents, carers and families of our students are expected to be involved in the partnership that is the education of the whole child.

Love your neighbour We recognise the richness that spiritual and cultural diversity brings to our community.

We respect the beliefs and practices of other faiths and provide a welcoming environment for students of all faiths and those with none.

We recognise that we are stronger together and value collaboration. We develop an understanding and tolerance of each other through knowledge, mutual respect, believing the best of each other and forgiveness. Individual rights are respected and choice is exercised within a culture of self-discipline.

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Limitless Potential...

Learning – Curriculum At Oasis Academy Lister Park we offer a flexible and relevant curriculum which is designed to enable every student to achieve their personal best. We believe that all of our students are capable of experiencing remarkable success when given the right learning conditions. We expect every student to make positive progress throughout their time at the academy regardless of their individual challenges or their starting point on entry. The academy monitors every student’s progress closely. We know that today’s young people need to leave the school equipped with the knowledge and skills, but also the resilience and perspective to respond to the challenges of life in the 21st century.

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Key Stage 4

Year 7

English, Maths and Science remain compulsory and all pupils continue to be taught RE, PSHCE, and Physical Education.

Students can choose from a wide range of GCSE and nonGCSE qualifications. This includes the English Baccalaureate combination of qualifications for those who wish to study an academic curriculum at KS4. We also have a varied and enriched curriculum for students of a lower ability and those with Additional Educational Needs.

We group our students closely to their learning needs to ensure they get the exact support they need to make rapid progress. Personalised programmes are created so students have a smooth transition from KS2.

Students study the core subjects Maths, Science and English and foundation subjects; French, Technology and Physical Education. History, Geography, Art, Music, Drama, ICT, RE, and PSHCE form an innovative programme in Year 7. Some students will access programmes to help with reading, writing and numeracy.

All students concentrate on developing the four vital skills they need to access the curriculum at secondary school: communication, collaboration, independence and thinking skills.

Years 8 & 9

Students follow a broad and balanced curriculum that consists of English, Maths, Science, Design Technology, History, Geography, ICT, Drama, Art, Music, RE, Physical Education and Personal Development. Literacy support is available in the form of Learning Development for those students who need it while other students take French.

Students participate in exciting cross-curricular projects which help them learn how to transfer the skills they have learned.

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Key Stage 5 The courses offered at Post 16 allow students of all abilities to progress into further education and the work place. We offer a wide range of academic and vocational courses to suit students of all needs.

All students have the opportunity to take part in enrichment activities. This will help with progression for all Oasis Academy Lister Park students.

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Partnership...

Learning – Pastoral Organisation

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We expect much from our students in terms of personal standards, discipline and attitude. In return we offer students an environment where they feel safe, secure and valued. We know that our young people will face many challenges during their time at the academy, and we believe that our pastoral system provides excellent 360 degrees of care, guidance and support.

Achievement leaders are supported by a team of tutors. Each student is assigned to a tutor group, and they will normally stay in that group from Year 7 to Year 11. Tutors meet with students on a daily basis, and they are responsible for supporting and maximising the learning of each individual in their care.

The academy‘s pastoral structure is organised through year groups. Each year is led by an Achievement Leader who is responsible for ensuring that every student in their care is happy and enjoying learning, but also being supported and challenged to exceed their potential. Achievement leaders track each student’s progress across all of their subjects and they are the first point of contact for parents and carers.

During tutor time there is a focus on emotional and spiritual development. Tutors help the young people in their care to develop their social, moral and spiritual outlook and this is further reinforced through a weekly assembly programme.

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Passion for Learning...

Community - Living and Learning together Community Vision The vision of the academy is to create both an outstanding school and also a community hub. The aim is for local residents to be able to access a range of services, adult learning programmes, healthy living advice and activities, sports facilities and out-of-hours youth activities. This is an academy that serves the community, and the community is increasingly proud of us. Oasis believes that it has a duty to respect the environment through a commitment to sustainability and bio-diversity.

Healthy Living Across the academy there is an ethos of balanced, healthy lifestyles which is demonstrated through policies regarding academy meals and ecological building design. We encourage students and staff to be aware of their health and well-being, to consider what they eat and drink and support involvement in physical activity and sport.

Facilities and letting information Community Facilities

Drama Studio

Our outstanding academy building has impressive facilities and resources which have been designed to be utilised by not only students and staff, but the whole community. We welcome families, local residents, community activities and local businesses to share our newly decorated facilities and take full advantage of what the academy has to offer.

With a fully fitted sprung dance floor our drama studio is perfect for rehearsals, auditions and classes. Retractable bleacher seating is suitable for groups of around 60 people and with coloured lighting, black drapes and a mirrored wall, it creates the perfect ambience for many an occasion.

Sports Hall

Oasis Academy Lister Park has a large grass area available for use; two football pitches, a 200m athletics track and a cricket pavilion makes it ideal for Sports Days, football clubs and tournaments, to name but a few.

The Sports Hall can host a multitude of sports including basketball, badminton and netball courts, five-a-side football, cricket nets and much more.

Main Hall Our Hall is a light and airy space available to be used for festivals, conferences and training courses etc. The area seats around 250-300 people with access to a projection screen, spotlights and PA system.

Grass Pitch

For enquiries or quotes please contact lettings@oasislisterpark.org

A Fully Extended Academy All Oasis academies offer opportunities for extended learning beyond the core academy day. Our Extended Services Provision is at the centre of our community work.

The team deliver a wide range of services which engage public, voluntary and business sectors in the establishment of a centre of education and lifelong learning. We aspire for the academy to be at the heart of our local community, recognised by others for our clear understanding and support of local issues and awareness of community needs.

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Admissions

Absence Rates We collect and analyse absence data on a weekly basis and the results are available from the academy. Both attendance and punctuality are a priority, and the links between attendance, achievement and attainment are irrefutable.

Equalities Our Commitment to Equality

Equality and inclusion are at the heart of Oasis. We have a passion to include everyone and a deep desire to treat everyone equally. We accept others for who they are and respect differences. Our aim is to provide an excellent education for all our students. Our way of doing this is to work hard to improve students’ attainment and the standards of teaching and learning, continually. At the same time, we also aim to meet the needs of the whole person and the whole community because we understand that the whole of life is education and that everyone who is part of a student’s life affects that student’s understanding of life and, therefore, his or her education. In this sense, every person matters.

Inclusion and Access

Oasis’ ethos is based on an overarching theme of inclusion; of welcoming, encouraging and enabling all to achieve their best whatever the challenges may be in doing so. The academy’s aim is to ensure that all its students achieve their full potential, according to their needs.

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If a student has special educational needs (SEN), the academy will take every reasonable step to identify and meet them. Further information on the policy and provision for SEN can be obtained from the academy. Students with SEN who do not have statements of special educational needs will be admitted on an equal basis with others in accordance with the academy’s admissions policy. Where a student has a statement and the Local Authority is proposing to name the academy in the statement, the academy will agree to the student’s admission. The only reason for not doing so is if the inclusion of that student would be incompatible with the education of other children and there are no reasonable steps the academy could take to resolve this. If there is a disagreement between the academy and the Local Authority on the placement of a student, there is a voluntary dispute resolution service backed up by the Secretary of State’s power to intervene. In the last resort parents can appeal to the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SENDIST) Tribunal.

The academy has designated special provision for Speech and Language.

Oasis Academy Lister Park is a non-selective academy open to students of all religious faiths and those of no faith.

If you are a parent or carer of a child in Year 6 and wish to apply for a place at Oasis Academy Lister Park for the following September you will need to complete the common application form and return it to the admissions section at Bradford Metropolitan District Council.

If you are seeking a place in any other year group, or for a Year 7 place post September, you must contact the academy directly.

How places will be allocated at Oasis Academy Lister Park:

Where the number of applications for admission is greater than the published admissions number, applications will be considered against the criteria set out below. After the admission of students with Statements of Special Educational Needs where the Academy is named on the Statement, the criteria will be applied in the order in which they are set out below: 1. C hildren in public care (Looked after Children) at the time of application. (see below) [Note 1] Looked after children are defined as children in public care at the date on which the application is made. Previously looked after children are children who were looked after, but ceased to be so because they were adopted or became subject to a residence order or special guardianship order, immediately after being looked after.

If an application is made under the ‘looked after’ criterion, it must be supported by a letter from the relevant Local Authority Children’s Services Department. (If applying under the previously looked after criterion a copy of the adoption or special guardianship order must also be supplied.)

2. C hildren who have specific medical and/or special needs where the application is supported by written specific professional advice as to why admission to the academy is necessary. The definition as to what constitutes medical and special needs within the scope of this provision will be agreed by Oasis Community Learning and available from the academy.

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Admissions 3. A dmission of students whose siblings currently attend the academy and will continue to do so on the date of admission. The term ‘sibling’ means a full, step, half, adopted or fostered brother or sister, or other child living permanently within the same household. The academy reserves the right to ask for proof of relationship.

4. A dmissions of students on the basis of proximity to the academy using straight line measurement from the main entrance of the academy to the main entrance to the child’s home. Places are allocated on a geographical basis to children who live nearest to the academy. The child’s permanent home address is where she or he normally lives and sleeps and goes to school from. Proof of residence – such as council tax or utility bill can be requested at any time throughout the admissions process.

If false or misleading information is used to gain entry to the academy, the offer of a place may be withdrawn.

If there are more applicants than there are places remaining within a particular category and where there is no difference in distance from home to school for two or more children, random allocation will be used to allocate the final available place(s) and to establish priority on the waiting list.

Please note

There is an appeals process and all Oasis academies follow the nationally agreed guidance for admissions appeals.

Post-16 admissions criteria The Academy will publish specific criteria in relation to minimum academic entrance requirements for admission to Post -16 provision, in the Sixth Form prospectus.

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A message from our CEO

A very warm welcome to Oasis Community Learning I am delighted that you and your daughter or son are interested in becoming part of Oasis Academy Lister Park.

Oasis Community Learning was established as a Multi academy Trust in 2004 with the vision to create: “Exceptional Education at the Heart of the Community”.

We now run Academies in four main regions throughout the UK, providing either primary, secondary or all-through education. All our Academies are committed to providing a rich educational experience and ensuring that every child and young person has the opportunity to achieve at the highest level.

Our ethos is integral to that provision: it is an expression of our character, a statement of who we are and therefore the lens through which we assess all we do. We are committed to a model of inclusion, equality, healthy relationships, hope, and perseverance throughout all the aspects of the life and culture of each academy community.

We passionately embrace learning and are committed to every child within our care reaching their full potential and developing holistically across every area of their lives, both now and in the future.

“Exceptional Education at the Heart of the Community”.

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All of this is underpinned by our philosophy of education which highlights our focus on inspirational leadership, deep learning and healthy communities and aspires to develop the character and competence of every child within every community that we are part of.

At Oasis Community Learning therefore, we believe we are all ‘the architects of our students’ lives’ and as such we are committed to laying the right foundations for every one of our young people.

So we look forward to your daughter or son potentially becoming part of Oasis, in the knowledge that we will work in partnership with you to ensure they become confident learners ready to fulfil their aspirations in life.

Best wishes,

John Murphy Chief Executive Officer, Oasis Community Learning

A message from our Founder When I started Oasis, back in 1985, I had no idea it would grow into the wonderful family of charities that it has become today. We have not only become the country’s second largest provider of academy schools, educating around 25,000 children and young people, we also provide housing for vulnerable young people, and run everything from community farms to coffee houses and churches to children’s centres, and much more besides, in communities from Gateshead in the North East to Bristol in the South West. So, the question is…why?

Not only do we believe your child should receive the very best formal education, but also that there is more to a healthy life and future than simply the knowledge they hold.

Every one of us is a product of the community we live in.

That’s why Oasis is passionate that every community one of our Academies is part of should be a happy, healthy place where every person is included, valued, and is able to achieve their full God given potential and thrive. That’s why Oasis’ vision not only aims to deliver outstanding education, but also to help build great local neighbourhoods.

We’re motivated by our core Christian ethos which means that we believe every person – those of all faiths or none – are equally valuable and have a part to contribute in helping this vision become a reality. Helping a young person realise who they are meant to be is about more than simply the qualifications they get or the job they want; it’s about how they see themselves and those around them. That’s why Oasis’ goal is to play its part in helping to create great communities where every young person achieves their best, respects themselves, values those around them and contributes to the good of all.

We look forward to welcoming you and your child to an Oasis Academy in order to experience this for yourself.

Steve Chalke, MBE Oasis Founder

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If you wish to know more about Oasis Community Learning – part of the Oasis group of charities – please contact: The Oasis Centre, 75 Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7HS @OasisAcademies www.oasiscommunitylearning.org