Moving to Secondary School - Bohunt School 2024

Moving to Secondary School

A Guide for Parents and Students

Welcome to Secondary School

We are very pleased to welcome our new Year 7 students, and look forward to a fantastic year ahead. At Bohunt, we are committed to offering a dynamic learning community whose ethos is encapsulated by three simple words: enjoy, respect and achieve

Our school's success is based on an approach, which combines the highest expectations with a sensitivity to learners’ individual needs. Concentrating on maintaining the very best standards of learning and teaching, and taking every opportunity to recognise and reward achievement.

During your time at Bohunt we will place strong emphasis on good behaviour and the development of character. You will have access to excellent learning, which we hope that you will be able to underpin with behaviour that shows your commitment to a firstclass education. We looking forward to seeing students demonstrate confidence, creativity, independence and innovation in the years to come.

Neil Strowger Headteacher

Meet our Teachers

The teachers at Bohunt are looking forward to welcoming our new Year 7 students

Leadership Team

Neil Strowger

Headteacher

Randall Jull

Head of School

Neil Pittaway

Associate Headteacher

Peter Whitworth

Assistant Headteacher

Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

Lucy Broad

Assistant Headteacher

Alison Woodage

Assistant Headteacher

Clare Hodgson

Head of Sixth Form

Pastoral Team

Gillian Tanton

Head of Student Services

Debbie Dent

Welfare Support Officer

Sam Duffin

Reflection Room & Pastoral Lead

Emma Bailey

Reflection Room & Pastoral Lead

Daily Timetable

Six small, nurturing

'If you can dream it, you can do it.'

Heads of house:

Henry Leahy

Charity: Sophie’s Legacy

'To improve the world, we must first improve ourselves.'

Heads of house:

Zoe Baker

Charity: Marie Curie Terminal Illness

'If you put in the work, results will come.'

Heads of house:

Alex Waterfield

Charity: Cancer Research

Miss

Mr

Mr

Mrs Danielle Williiams

Lower School Head

Lower School Head

Lower School Head

Upper School Head

Upper School Head

Upper School Head

Mr Rich Hill

Mrs Eryl Chant

communities = One School.

'I attribute my success to this- I never gave or took an excuse'

Heads of house:

Charity: British Red Cross

'Each person must live their life as a model for others'

Heads of house:

Charity: UNICEF

'Those who can imagine anything, can create the impossible.'

Heads of house:

Charity: akt

Mrs Charlotte Varney

Lower School Head

Lower School Head

Lower School Head

Upper School Head

Upper School Head

Upper School Head

Ms Holly Butler

Miss Candice Paton

Ms Lynette Cripps

Mrs Anna Bowden

Mr Chris Sheldrick

How is positive behaviour rewarded at Bohunt?

Online Learning Resources

Showbie and Socrative have become indispensable tools for our students, revolutionising the way we engage students and manage lessons Teachers can distribute assignments, provide timely feedback, and track student progress in real-time. Its versatility allows for the seamless integration of various multimedia resources, enhancing the learning experience and catering to diverse learning styles. Showbie fosters collaboration among students, while also promoting digital literacy and organisational skills crucial for success in the 21st century Overall, Showbie empowers both teachers and students, creating a dynamic learning environment that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration

This is a blended learning platform, that simplifies creating, distributing, and marking schoolwork

The main use of Google Classroom at Bohunt school is to streamline the process of sharing files between teachers and students

On your Google classroom, your teachers can assign you work and can share resources with you.

Students are able to upload their work to Google Classroom so that their teachers can see it.

Class charts is used by Bohunt School to give you access to school information including:

Links to homework activities

Key notices

Access your timetable

View House points

Consequences

You have choices Your choices have consequences

Have you got a Concern, Worry or Issue to Report?

Have you seen an issue that you have been concerned about and want to report?

This might include: bullying harm to others peer on peer abuse concerns about someone's mental health discrimination (racism, homophobia...) any other concern

To report a concern go to:

Tutor

Head of House Student Hub (F Block)

Any other member of staff

or visit: www.bohunt.hants.sch.uk/concern

Concerns can also be reported using this QR Code

Student Well-being and Support

Support

External

Bohunt School Uniform

Blazer:

School bottle green blazer with the school logo

The blazer must be worn at all times unless a member of staff gives permission not to. Sleeves must not be rolled

(Available from uniform suppliers only)

Polo Shirt:

School white polo shirt with a green stripe on the collar and cuff and the school logo on.

(Available from uniform suppliers only)

Sweater:

School black, v-necked jumper with the school logo. Students must have a jumper and it must be worn when entering the school site

Available from uniform suppliers only)

Skirt:

School black part-pleated skirt with grey school logo near the hem Skirt to be worn to the middle of the knee The skirt cannot be rolled or brought in at the waist

(Available from uniform suppliers only)

PE Kit

Polo Shirt:

Black – Base Line Unisex Polo – POB-BKW (Black body with white piping) with the Bohunt logo in white

Shorts:

Black (Unbadged) Standard fit – ACT-BLK

Socks: Black – long

Training shoes: (non-marking) for indoor PE and astro-turf lessons. Football/hockey boots are optional.

Shin pads/ Gum shield (highly recommended)

For full uniform information, visit our school website: www.bohunt.hants.sch.uk/parents/uniform

Trousers:

Smart and ‘suit-style’ black trousers. They must be conservatively fitted (not over-tight, flared, loose, low slung, denim, boot cut, or stretch material) and no cotton, chinos denim or cord.

Tights:

Plain black or natural – no fishnet or patterned.

Socks:

Plain dark grey or black (you are permitted to wear plain white socks with skirts ONLY).

Outside Coats, and bags: Coats to be worn over (not instead of, or under) blazers in cold weather No hoodies/hooded tops to be worn at all Any motifs or labels on coats or bags etc must be discreet and inoffensive (i.e. not sexist, racist or relating to drugs culture in any way).

Shoes: Black, low-heeled leather type No trainers (ie Velcro tabs and sports shoe style), boots, sling back shoes, canvas-type shoes, ballet pumps or sandals. Students are expected to wear school shoes to and from school as well as for the whole school day so they should be safe and comfortable enough for this purpose

Shoes must be able to be polished

Jewellery and make up:

Jewellery: Any jewellery must be unobtrusive and minimal.

Make-up: This should be natural, discreet and barely noticeable If it is deemed excessive or inappropriate, students will be asked to remove it (this includes false eyelashes).

Please see the school website Uniform section for more detailed information about jewellery and make-up

Local Retailers:

Liss Wools

38 Station Road, Liss 01730 893941

Stevensons at Lester Bowden, The Old Spread Eagle, High Street, Epsom, Surrey 01372 747474

And online at www.stevensons.co.uk

Online Supplier:

www schooljumpers co uk

Liss Wools, 38 Station Road, Liss 01730 893941

Religious clothing, for example, the wearing of a Hijab is permitted but it must be black in colour. Other religious or cultural requests will be considered on an individual basis.

First Day of Secondary School

On your first day of school:

The first day of term is: Monday 2 September, 2024

Students should arrive by 8.35am, where they will be met by Year 7 Mentors at the front of school and escorted to the Sports Hall, to be officially welcomed altogether on their first day. Throughout the day, there will be some periods in lessons and others with their tutor group, getting to know each other and to ensure that any questions they have can be answered.

School bag

Pencil case (pen, pencil, ruler, rubber, pencil sharpener as a minimum)

Water bottle

Packed Lunch

Summer Challenge

Preparing for Secondary

Bohunt library is passionate about reading books We believe that developing reading skills through a love of literature is important for progress in all subjects Through reading regularly, students are exposed to language being used creatively, imaginatively and accurately. They start to appreciate how character, mood and setting play an important part in their emotional engagement with any text; they begin to see how writers create the magic that they can aspire to themselves in their own writing Without reading, there is no good writing therefore at Bohunt we encourage and support reading as the foundation to all future learning

Next year, students will encounter a range of texts. In order to best prepare for this, we have a suggested reading list of exciting and riveting titles, which we are sure will capture the imagination and interest so you are ready to take up the mantle in Year 7 We update this list each summer but all previous books remain well worth reading

We would like to challenge you to read five books and have a think about ones you would like to add to the list Write a brief review, bring it to the library and earn your first ERA award. What a great way to start your reading journey at Bohunt.

1 The Light in Everything by Katya Balen

2 21% Monster by P J Canning

3 Alice Austen Lived Here by Alex Gino

4 Wren by Lucy Hope

5 Midwinter Burning by Tanya Landman

6 Mia and the Lightcasters by Janelle McCurdy

7.The Chestnut Roaster by Eve McDonnell

8.Fake by Ele Fountain

9 If you read this by Kereen Getten

10 When Things Went Wild by Tom Mitchell

11 Escape from Atlantis by Kate O’Hearn

12 Beyond the Frozen Horizon by Nicola Penfold

13 All the Pieces of Me by L Scott & R Westcott

14.Let’s Chase Stars Together by Matt Goodfellow

Summer Camp

Monday 19 – Thursday 22 August at Bohunt School

8.50am – 2pm

We will run a range of activities and will try to give students the maximum opportunity to experience as much of our curriculum as possible and beyond! The sessions are designed to give students the chance to meet members of their tutor group, house, year group and to make new friends. Importantly they will also meet some of our staff, get to know the school site and develop key skills that will make learning at Bohunt School easier and more enjoyable.

The activities will run in tutor groups and here is a selection of the activities we are aiming to run this year (dependent on numbers):

● Team Building

● Orienteering (getting to know the school site)

● Art based activities

● Outdoor Learning

● STEM investigations (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths)

● Coding

● Multi Sports

● Enrichment Activities

We hope that summer camp will not only reassure them of a superb learning environment here at Bohunt, but also build their confidence and excitement ready for their first day as a Year 7 student.

Booking Details:

Your son/daughter already has a place but you must complete the booking form to consent to your son/daughter attending and to confirm which day(s) they will be attending to ensure we have accurate registers. (Form will be sent by letter).

Payment details:

The cost of the week to be confirmed.

Payments and registration can be done via Gateway (all details by letter).

Please note – If you are, or have within the last six years, been eligible for free school meals please contact summercamp@bohunt.hants.sch.uk as soon as possible to receive additional important information.