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The Religious Life of the School All Saints School is a Roman Catholic school in the Diocese of Shrewsbury. The life of the school is conducted in accordance with the rites, practices and observances of the Roman Catholic church. It is expected that children admitted to the school will take a full and active part in the religious life of the school. There will be opportunities for the pupils to go to Mass and to participate in other forms of liturgy. Retreats are organised for all pupils on a variety of occasions at different venues.
We aim to create a community that reflects the teachings of Christ based on the principles of love, caring, tolerance and respect for others. The school is fortunate in having the dedicated service of local parish priests and a Chaplain who provide opportunities for the reception of sacraments. They make themselves available for discussions with small groups and assist in the general life of the school. Through fostering an awareness of our Catholic faith within the school community we support and encourage our members to participate fully in the life of the Church and 'give living witness to Christ in today's world'.
Transition All Saints has a coherent liaison programme with its partner primary schools. The advantages of this can readily seen in the curricular, pastoral, administrative and structural aspects of school life for each pupil, parent and teacher.
The Liaison Programme
For Pupils: -builds a positive attitude to secondary education at All Saints; -allays anxieties; -strengthens friendships; -enhances innovation; -allows participation in inter-school activities; -introduces, at an early stage, new form teachers and staff.
For Parents: -establishes early contact and communication with All Saints Staff; -ensures parents meet the All Saints' staff who are going to teach their children in the first year; -gives parents the opportunity to visit and view All Saints as well as attend school functions (Musical, PTA events, etc.)
For Teachers: -enables early contact with pupils and parents; -ensures meaningful assessment of pupils; -provides for curriculum balance, breadth, continuity and relevance; -establishes pastoral continuity; -participation in a common induction programme across all classes in the Summer Term helps establish the professional liaison required to ensure curricular cooperation.
Academic Progress The quality and outcomes of our children's learning are both monitored rigorously to ensure we are serving their needs and realising their potential. Relevant, appropriate, valid and focused assessment
-helps your child learn more in lessons; -recognises every pupil's achievements; -provides the reliable information to ensure appropriate groupings and setting by ability -encourages your child to become more involved in school activities; -provides confidence and self esteem in ALL pupils; -involves you in the education of your child so that you can offer help; -keeps you more informed; -creates a "positive" link between home and school; -helps to build a partnership between student, parent and teacher.
The annual programme of examinations reports and parents evenings follow the pattern outlined in the college diary. (see link on right panel).
Reports and Parents' Evenings An annual summative Report is issued to parents with detailed information and advice about achievement in all subject areas together with important information concerning children's personal and social development. In addition, internal assessments are made twice a term so that progress can be closely monitored. Parents may request an interim report at any time. Parents' evenings are arranged for each Year Group so that the progress of each child can be discussed in detail with his/her subject teachers.
It is our policy to enter any pupil for any public examination of which he or she is deemed capable of entry by staff. Pupils who are absent from a public examination must produce a medical certificate otherwise they will be charged the appropriate entry fee.
Homework Homework is set each day for all pupils according to their ability. Journals are issued to all pupils and, together with homework timetables, provide a valuable means by which parents can check their children's application and progress. From the earliest days every encouragement should be given to children to develop regular work habits at home.
The Importance of Homework The importance of homework is deeply recognised by both parent and teacher and successful cooperation of school and home are essential to a pupil's educational development.
The value of homework can be readily accepted when the aims of homework are examined: a sample of aims is listed below:
The Journal The school journal, which is issued to every pupil, is used to reinforce both academic and pastoral work. It provides the opportunity to record:
The journal is signed by teachers and countersigned by parents each week and therefore provides the essential ongoing link between school and home.
School Routine and Regulations
The School Day The School Day starts at 9.00 a.m. with Registration followed by an assembly or morning prayers. There are five one hour lessons in the school day which extends to 3.35 p.m. The school lunch period is from 12.30 to 1.30 p.m. The custom and practice is for all pupils to remain in school during this period.
School Discipline The well being of any community depends upon the relationships which exist within that community. The discipline of the school depends fundamentally upon the relationships developed between the teachers, the children and the parents in their attempt to build a community of Faith where each person has the opportunity to develop his or her talents to the full. For the majority of children this structure is sufficient to maintain acceptable standards of behaviour and work. However, sanctions do exist for those who persist in uncooperative or anti social behaviour. these sanctions include the withdrawal of privileges, the setting of extra work, and detention both during and after school hours.
The whole emphasis of our discipline is the evolution of self discipline. Pupils should be aware that we expect the highest standards of behaviour in class, around school, and travelling to and from school.
The cooperation of parents is sought to ensure that our children will grow and mature in an atmosphere of order, cheerfulness and hardwork. Discipline is firm but fair promoting an atmosphere of mutual respect.
School Uniform The school uniform, which is compulsory, consists of:
GIRLS: Black blazer with school badge. Plain dark grey, knee length school skirt avoiding extremes of fashion. Plain blue shirt. School tie. White socks. Black or brown school shoes.
BOYS: Black blazer with school badge. Plain dark grey trousers (not jeans or cords). Plain blue shirt. School tie. Black or brown school shoes. Pullovers are optional for both boys and girls, but, if worn, must be grey and V-necked.
Shoes should be suitable for school without extremes of style. (Training shoes are not acceptable for normal school wear.) Outdoor coats worn to school should be a suitable design and of a plain navy-blue colour. (Wrangler jackets and the like are not acceptable).
In addition each pupil should be provided with the following PE Kit: GIRLS: Navy blue shorts, navy blue wrap-over skirt, white aertex blouse, black training shoes, white socks, towel. BOYS: Black shorts, white shorts, white short sleeved T-shirt, eversible rugby shirt in school colours (navy-blue/gold) obtainable from Midasports, Unit 6, Warrington Street, Ashton under Lyne (facing bus station), navy blue football socks, football boots, black training shoes, white socks, towel.
Optional training items for outdoor use only include a navy-blue tracksuit and school sweatshirt.
IMPORTANT: All articles of clothing should be clearly marked with the owner's full name.
Clothing grants are available under certain circumstances, details of which can be obtained from:
The Education Welfare Office, Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council, Municipal Offices, Wellington Road, Ashton-under-Lyne.
School ties, badges and sweatshirts can only be obtained from the school. All other items of uniform can be bought from any departmental store.
Jewellery The appearance of the pupils must be neat, clean and tidy. Jewellery such as rings and earrings should not be worn. The school accepts no responsibility for such articles.
For reasons of hygiene and safety hair should be neat and tidy and extremes of style avoided.
School Attendance and Punctuality We expect our pupils to come to school regularly and on time. Please tell us, in writing, the reasons for every absence. If we are unhappy with the pattern of attendance we will ask our Educational Welfare Officer to contact you and discuss any problem.
Property All property, e.g. clothing, books, bags, kit, should be clearly marked with the pupil's name. The school does not accept responsibility for any lost property. Any valuable articles which are found will be placed in the school office, from where they may be claimed.
Equipment Textbooks, exercise books and some other items of equipment are supplied by the school. Pupils are responsible for the care of these items and their safe keeping. Losses and wilful damage will have to be paid for by the pupils involved.
All personal belongings should be clearly marked with the owner's name. Pupils should have their own pens, pencils and ruler and a school bag. Shopping bags are unsuitable.
General Welfare Every pupil of the school is a member of a form and under the care of a Form Tutor who is guide, counsellor and friend. They will usually meet twice a day for registration purposes and once a week for form period so that the Form Tutor has the opportunity to get to know your child.
The general supervision of any year is in the hands of the Form tutors. Any problems that your child may have will be reported to the Form tutor, who in turn will consult with the Assistant Head. They will decide as to what action can be taken in order to assist your child by recommending consultation with you, as well as one of the outside agencies, if necessary, such as the Welfare Officer, Medical Officer or Education Officer.
It is important that parents give the school as full a picture of their child as possible. Parents and guardians will be required to complete an information sheet giving details of addresses, telephone numbers to be used in the case of emergency involving their child.
The School Health Service representative visits the school regularly to arrange medical inspections at which you may be present if you so wish. The Educational Welfare Officer also visits the school three times a week. Contact with the Officer can either be made through school or the Local Education Authority.
At the request of the Statutory Areas Review Committee, which co-ordinates action in respect of child abuse we have been asked to insert the following statement:
"Schools have an important part to play in the detection and prevention of child abuse. Parents should be aware, therefore, that where it appears to a member of the school staff that a child may have been abused, the school is REQUIRED to report the matter to the Social Services Department IMMEDIATELY.
Consequently, in such situations, it is likely that a social worker will contact the parents, NOT the school."
Medical Facilities Pupils who are feeling unwell in school obtain permission from their class teacher to report to their Form Tutor. Their Form tutor will decide the appropriate course of action. If the pupil has a temperature or seems to need the attention of a doctor, the parents will be informed by senior staff and they will be invited to come and collect their child.
In the case of serious accidents the parents will be contacted and asked to go the casualty department at the appropriate hospital to be with their child, whilst the school arranges for the child to be transported to hospital as quickly as possible.
It is vital that the school has one or more contact numbers for such emergencies.
No medicines will be provided or dispensed by the school. Parents of children who need to take regular medication should contact the School to make appropriate arrangements.
The School Doctor and Nurse visit the premises regularly and will see all the children in turn. Parents will be informed a week in advance when their child is due to see the doctor for a medical and will be invited to attend with their child. Routine checks and the giving of injections are organised at the discretion of the School Medical Service.
School Lunch A mid-day meal, with choice of menu is prepared at school and served in the school dining room. There is a wide choice of menu for each pupil and this includes an opportunity to select "Healthy choice options". Dinner money is collected on the first day of the week when dinner-tickets are issued for each day. Children not taking school lunch may either bring sandwiches or go home for lunch. this latter requires a note from parents as children are not otherwise allowed out of school during lunch time.
PARENTS
Parents' Visits Parents are encouraged to visit the school to discuss any problems on school work or the choice of careers, etc. Parents are asked to make an appointment; this is easily done by letter or telephone (338 2120) when full attention will be given to the matter. In addition, throughout the school year, evenings are set aside when the school is open and members of staff are available for parents to meet them and discuss school work.
Parent/Teacher Association The school has a thriving PTA of which every parent is automatically a member. Committee members are elected each year at the Annual General meeting and meet frequently to plan and organise educational and social activities throughout the year. The Association does much to foster and encourage a spirit of cooperation amongst all its members and, in so doing, not only raises funds for the school but provides a foundation upon which the school can develop and grow. All members are welcome to take a full and active part in the work of the Association.
Parents' Bulletins There is a termly bulletin sent out by the Headmaster to help to keep parents in touch with the life and work of the school. Every effort is made to keep you informed.
School Fund The school relies on the generosity of the parents for various fund raising activities. The main source of regular income is the School Fund. It is requested that, where possible, families pay £5.00 per year. Some of the activities that the school fund is used for are:
These are just a few of the necessary expenses that can be paid for only out of School Funds.
Reference Documents and Related Information
All required reference documents and related information, including minutes of Governors' meetings, the Governors' Charging and Remissions Policy and the Local Education Authority's procedure for the consideration of complaints about the school curriculum and related matters, are held in the school office and are available for reference upon formal application to the Headmaster.
The following policy statements are available, Education for Personal and Social Relationships, Drugs Education, Child Protection, Anti-Bullying, Equal Opportunities and Special Educational Needs.
Conclusion The booklet this information was taken from is published in accordance with the requirements of the Education Act l980 and the Education (School Information Regulations l981 and the Education (School Curriculum and Related Information) Regulations l989.
The information contained in the booklet was correct on going to print. It should not be assumed that there will be no changes in part or of whole of any of the information given in the booklet, either during the current year or subsequent years.
All Saints is a dynamic community in which evaluation, modification and innovation are constantly being undertaken by Staff so that our pupils may realise their potential and base their action on Gospel values.
THE SCHOOL All Saints, situated in the centre of Tameside, is a non-selective Comprehensive school catering for pupils of all abilities from eleven to eighteen years of age.
Our mission is to provide each and every pupil with the opportunity and the encouragement to develop his or her talents and abilities to the full and this in an atmosphere of a Christian community where pupils can live and grow supported by the ideals of the Catholic faith. Developing high academic standards alongside those personal relationships which are the hallmarks of a caring community are the shared endeavours of our Parents, Staff and Governors.
Admissions Policy Provided that places are available, the school is open to all Catholic children irrespective of place of residence. Children living more than three miles walking distance from the school are eligible for free travel passes. In certain circumstances non-catholic children whose parents genuinely wish them to receive a denominational education will be considered for admission on an individual basis. parents of such children are advised to seek an interview with the Headmaster as soon as possible.
The right to grant or refuse admission rests with the Governors of the school.
The following criteria operates:
The same process will be used for determining admission for second and subsequent choices.
Open Evening The school Open Evening is held annually in the Autumn Term.
Parents of children eligible for transfer from primary to secondary education are invited to view the school and meet the teaching staff. The Open Evening is well publicised and information concerning it is available on request from the school.
Facilities The school has an educational environment of the highest order. The many excellent facilities of the school include an assembly hall, extensive playing fields, dining hall, a gymnasium, and well appointed library. There are well designed classrooms and specialist rooms with facilities for the teaching of a wide range of subjects to an Advanced level. The specialist accommodation includes six science laboratories. The modern language department includes specialist language rooms equipped for an audio visual teaching approach. The library includes special areas for individual study, a facility which is of particular advantage to the older students. The teaching accommodation also includes specialist suites for R.E., English, Mathematics, Music, Art, technology, History, Geography, Business Studies, Information Technology and Special Educational Needs. A new Sixth Form centre is planned from April, l997.
Partner Primary Schools There are close and constantly developing links with our partner primary schools of St. James' Hattersley, St. Mary's, Dukinfield, St. Peter's, Stalybridge, St. Paul's, Hyde and St. Raphael's, Stalybridge. A high priority is placed on the continuity of curriculum and the process of integrating boys and girls into the life of All Saints. Members of Staff from All Saints and our partner primary schools meet throughout the year in order to exchange information and to plan monitor and review the transfer of procedures.
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