Prospectus - Bassaleg School · 2020-05-21 · Prospectus 2015-2016 Prosbectws 2015-2016. General...

A Tradition of Excellence... Traddodiad o Ragoriaeth...

Prospectus 2015-2016 Prosbectws 2015-2016

General Aims of the SchoolSchool PrioritiesAdmissionsUniform CodeSchool GovernorsContact DetailsStaffThe Curriculum: Learning at BassalegCurriculum Key Stages 3 & 4Curriculum Post 16Pupil SupportThe Welsh Language DepartmentPhysical EducationReligious Worship and Religious StudiesSex and Relationships EducationAdditional Educational NeedsCareers Education & AdvicePupil Destinations“What I’ve enjoyed about Bassaleg so far...”General InformationSchool Term DatesMeetings with ParentsKey Stage 3 Comparative ReportsTarget Settings & Performance IndicatorsKey SkillsExamination GraphsSummary of Secondary PerformanceSummary Report of AchievementsComplaints Procedure

Contents / Cynnwys

Bassaleg is a large thriving comprehensive school which welcomes pupils of all abilities. Learning in its widest form is at the heart of all that we do. Through our academic curriculum, the extensive range of enrichment activities and our pastoral support system, we aim to develop in pupils an enthusiasm for learning as well as the necessary skills to enable them to fulfil their academic potential to become good citizens as well as thoughtful and responsible individuals.

Bassaleg is an English medium, mixed 11-18 comprehensive school. The catchment area is that covered by the High Cross, Marshfield, Mount Pleasant, Pentrepoeth and Rogerstone Primary Schools. The number of pupils on roll is approximately 1750, of whom 450 are in the Sixth Form.

Education is essentially a partnership between a number of interested parties and we particularly value the role that you as parents can play in this relationship. I encourage you to contact the school if you have any concerns and I trust that this prospectus will provide you with relevant information that will help you to come to an informed decision about the next stage of your child’s education.

Mrs E ThomasHeadteacher

Message from the Headteacher

“We strive for excellence in all aspects of school life” “Ymdrechwn ni am ragoriaeth ym mhob agwedd o fywyd yr ysgol”

Bassaleg is a large thriving comprehensive school which welcomes pupils of all abilities. Learning in its widest form is at the heart of all that we do. Through our academic curriculum, the extensive range of enrichment activities and our pastoral support system, we aim to develop in pupils an enthusiasm for learning as well as the necessary skills to enable them to fulfil their academic potential to become good citizens as well as thoughtful and responsible individuals.

Bassaleg is an English medium, mixed 11-18 comprehensive school. The catchment area is that covered by the High Cross, Marshfield, Mount Pleasant, Pentrepoeth and Rogerstone Primary Schools. The number of pupils on roll is approximately 1750, of whom 450 are in the Sixth Form.

Education is essentially a partnership between a number of interested parties and we particularly value the role that you as parents can play in this relationship. I encourage you to contact the school if you have any concerns and I trust that this prospectus will provide you with relevant information that will help you to come to an informed decision about the next stage of your child’s education.

Mrs E ThomasHeadteacher

“We strive for excellence in all aspects of school life” “Ymdrechwn ni am ragoriaeth ym mhob agwedd o fywyd yr ysgol”

• To embed the Literacy and Numeracy Frameworks.

• To embed Welsh Baccalaureate across Key Stages 4 & 5.

• To maintain and continue to improve the high standards achieved by pupils and students.

The general aims of Bassaleg are that the school:

• will be a happy and caring community where there is encouragement and opportunity for all students to achieve their full potential, where they feel valued as individuals and learn to co-operate with one another;• shall be an ordered and disciplined place, where the students know that they will find the guidance and support they need; • recognise all the needs of the students – intellectual, spiritual, social and physical—and endeavours to meet those needs in a manner suited to the individual;• make sure that the students are recognised as individuals and are cared for as individuals;• continue to strengthen the links which have been developed with the community which it serves and of which its students are a part.

General Aims of the School / Amcanion Cyffredinol yr Ysgol

School Priorities 2015-2016 / Blaenoriaethau’r Ysgol 2015-2016

Pupil admission to the school is the responsibility of Newport LEA. In September 2014 the agreed admission number was 270 places in Year 7. Pupil percentages from Primary Schools September 2014 were:

Admissions 2014 / Derbyniadau 2014

• To embed the Literacy and Numeracy Frameworks.

• To embed Welsh Baccalaureate across Key Stages 4 & 5.

• To maintain and continue to improve the high standards achieved by pupils and students.

Pupil admission to the school is the responsibility of Newport LEA. In September 2014 the agreed admission number was 270 places in Year 7. Pupil percentages from Primary Schools September 2014 were:

BOYS Plain black trousersBlack blazer with School BadgePale blue shirt (short sleeve permitted in Summer Term)School Tie (clip on)Black / Grey V-Neck pullover (optional)Dark grey/black socksAll black sensible shoes, leather (or patent leather), no canvas material, no trainers

GIRLS Navy blue pleated skirt (available from Trutex, of appropriate length)Navy blue trousers (tailored- not skinny jeans style)Navy blue tailored blazer (available from Trutex)Pale blue blouse (short sleeve permitted in Summer Term)School Tie (clip on)Navy blue V-Neck pullover with School Crest (optional)Navy blue socks or tights (short socks permitted in Summer Term, black tights are only to be worn by Sixth Form Girls)All black sensible shoes, leather (or patent leather), no canvas material, no trainers Outdoor coats should be of a predominantly dark colour i.e. navy or black. No sweatshirts, hoodies, leather or denim jackets / coats.

The wearing of uniform is a way of presenting yourself to the public with pride in your school. Here are some tips that pupils should follow:

1. Take off outside coats as soon as you go inside2. Tuck in your shirt / blouse.3. Fasten the top button of your shirt / blouse. 4. One small plain stud in the lower lobe of each ear. No other jewellery is allowed except watches.5. Make-up is not allowed.6. No form of bizarre hairstyle/hair colour is allowed.

Uniform Code / Côd Gwisg Ysgol

Admissions 2014 / Derbyniadau 2014

Headteacher Mrs E Thomas, BA

School Address Bassaleg School, Forge Lane, Newport, South Wales, NP10 8NF Tel: 01633 892191 Fax: 01633 894699 Email: [email protected] Web: www.bassalegschool.comTwitter: @BassalegSchool1 Facebook: Bassaleg School Official Local Education Authority Newport City Council, Civic Centre, Newport, South Wales, NP20 4UR Tel: 01633 656656

As a result of the ‘School Standards and Framework Act 1998’, the instrument of Government provides for a total of 20 Governors to serve on the Governing Body of Bassaleg School, made up as follows:

Chairman: Vice Chairman: Teachers’ Representatives: Staff Representative:Councillor Mr D WIlliams Mrs A Huckle Miss R Murray, Miss T Hill Mr T Lewis

Appointed by Local Government: Community Members: Parents’ Representatives: Councillor Mrs M Cornelious Mrs P Halsall Mr A EvansCouncillor Mr C Evans Mrs A Huckle Mr A Fox-SmithCouncillor Mr R White Mr J Knight Mrs M JenningsCouncillor Mr D Williams Mr F Mansour Mrs E KenwardCouncillor Mr T Bond Mr G Watkins

GOVERNORS’ ANNUAL REPORTLegislation requires the Governing Body to issue a summary Annual Report to be sent to all parents. A full copy of the Governors’ Report to Parents can be found on the school website www.bassalegschool.com. Correspondence should be sent to: Councillor Mr D Williams, Chair of Governors, c/o Governors’ Desk, Bassaleg School, Forge Lane, Newport, NP10 8NF

Bassaleg School / Ysgol Basaleg

School Governors / Llywodraethwyr yr Ysgol

Staff / AthrawonSenior Leadership TeamMrs E Thomas, Headteacher Mrs L Picton, Deputy Headteacher Miss V Lambe, Deputy Headteacher Mr M Batten, Assistant Headteacher Mrs E Wilson, Assistant Headteacher Mrs C Beer, Assistant HeadteacherMr M Maughan, Assistant Heateacher

Art & DesignMrs L PattimoreMrs J Hosgood Miss S Lester

Business & Social Sciences Mrs B M GreenallMrs S E Jeffreys Miss R MurrayMrs H GreenwayMr R Williams Miss C Browning

ICT Mr R EatonMr B Bennett Mr R CresswellMr I George

English Miss L WorrallMr J FordMrs R Evans Mr D McCullough Mr S Lockwood Mrs S Harris Mrs K CuetoMr D Powell Mr D Moore Miss K Elkins Miss A Chase Miss K Madden

GeographyMrs L Kirkham Mrs J A RedfernMr D Aggleton Mr D Sheldon

History Mrs N BowenMr T Morey Mrs E Bevan Mrs R Harris Mrs R Rogers

MathematicsMrs K Lloyd-HughesMrs D HardingMr A Lambert Mr T HallMr M StrangeMrs F JonesMiss R Powell Mr M ReasonsMr D Ashton Mrs K Hockridge Miss R Jones Miss R Thomas Miss B Pretty Mr M Faulkner Mr M Salacinski Mr T Scott

Modern Foreign LanguagesMrs J VillisMrs C SinghMr R LloydMrs L CiccioneMrs R BurridgeMrs K L LewisMrs H Thomas

Drama Mrs A Fisher MusicMrs C WilliamsMrs S Davies Mr C Keates

Physical EducationMr J ThomasMiss C Mann Mrs V Thomas Mrs L Charles Mrs K Sage Mr B Parnell Miss J Heath Mr I Kelly Mr P James

Design & TechnologyMiss A HenryMr K Coles Mr S Parker Mrs M J HurnMrs J Sullivan Mrs C Curtis Mr L Williams

Welsh Mrs B DaviesMrs L PowellMiss K GreentreeMiss E Thomas

Religious StudiesMiss T HillMrs C Shaw Miss C InnocentMiss K Jenkins ScienceDr A JonesMrs P ColebrookMr A PearceMrs T ClaphamMr R S Singh Dr R BucknallDr M StarkMr P Pullen Mr M Davies Mr B Lane Miss S Shafi Miss R Pritchard

Additional EducationMr McCullough Mrs BoothMrs JacksonMrs PenduckMrs InghamMrs WilliamsMrs Blud Miss Bowen Mrs Holley Miss MarleyMrs Ashmead Mrs Reynolds Miss Mullen Miss Wagstaff Miss Thornton Miss ReganMr Venn Miss Jones Miss Goode Miss Bradley Mr AnslowMiss Williams Mrs Howells Miss AdamsMiss Smith Miss Yeates

Inclusion/Pastoral Support Mr H Davidson Mr I AllyMiss M Dyckhoff Mr O Young

Cover SupervisorsMiss J BerrymanMrs D Morgan Mr I Kelly Mr J Baker Mrs V Pickering Support Staff Mrs N Adams Mrs V AdamsMrs M Beard Mrs M BrunnockMrs D Campbell Mrs L ComptonMrs J Forbes Mrs J HawkinsMiss A HortinMrs C HuntMiss L John Miss Z LawMrs K LeeMrs M MayMiss J Satherley Mrs D TudgeMiss S VaughanMrs G WilliamsMrs P WilliamsMrs H Woodman Mrs K RutterMrs J VerheydenMrs J Leech Mr T LewisMrs N ParsonsMrs J Naylor Mrs L MappsMr C SalvidgeMr M SimmondsMr I PoweMr F HodgettsMr R Griffiths,Mrs H HodgettsMrs K Luker

Education Welfare Officer Mr T Hampson

Inclusion/Pastoral Support Mr H Davidson Mr I AllyMiss M Dyckhoff Mr O Young

Cover SupervisorsMiss J BerrymanMrs D Morgan Mr I Kelly Mr J Baker Mrs V Pickering Support Staff Mrs N Adams Mrs V AdamsMrs M Beard Mrs M BrunnockMrs D Campbell Mrs L ComptonMrs J Forbes Mrs J HawkinsMiss A HortinMrs C HuntMiss L John Miss Z LawMrs K LeeMrs M MayMiss J Satherley Mrs D TudgeMiss S VaughanMrs G WilliamsMrs P WilliamsMrs H Woodman Mrs K RutterMrs J VerheydenMrs J Leech Mr T LewisMrs N ParsonsMrs J Naylor Mrs L MappsMr C SalvidgeMr M SimmondsMr I PoweMr F HodgettsMr R Griffiths,Mrs H HodgettsMrs K Luker

Education Welfare Officer Mr T Hampson

Bassaleg School works hard to create and maintain an inclusive and supportive environment. The school has close links with partner primary schools and works carefully with primary AENCO’s to ensure that support, care and guidance is available to all.

Pupils new to the school are assessed so that the most appropriate pathways and provision can be implemented. This will include, but is not limited to, one to one support; small group support; social and communication skills development. Similarly, information from primary schools will help us work with

pupils in identifying the need for literacy and numeracy acceleration schemes, along with a variety of other support programmes.

In Year 7, pupils learn in broadly mixed ability settings. The AEN team carefully ensures that all transition data is cascaded to teachers and form tutors. Some pupils will work in more nuturing, small group environments where higher levels of support are provided. The transition arrangements are tailored to ensure that pupils who might need more guidance in their move to Bassaleg School are supported from the very beginning of the process. The experienced AEN team works closely with a variety of external agencies which offer professional support and guidance where needed and to ensure that all children are suitably looked after.

The school operates within the guidelines of the current AEN code of practice for Wales; the AENCO is Mr McCullough. Mr Batten is the member of staff responsible for promoting the educational achievements of Looked After Children (LAC) and again works with close consideration of all current guidance and legislation.

At Bassaleg School, we have a passion for learning. We share this passion through a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum which promotes educational, moral, spiritual and cultural development. Our subject specialists are well qualified and resourced to support and challenge all learners through an engaging curriculum and active learning.

At Key Stage 3 (years 7 - 9) we work with all learners to support literacy, numeracy and skill development, whilst providing meaningful and relevant access to the national curriculum.

Our Key Stage 4 curriculum (years 10 and 11) is designed to allow both choice and flexibility so that young people have the opportunity to gain qualifications in a range of ways that are valued by universities, colleges and employers. With the support of our teachers and parents or guardians, young people have the chance to study a variety of subjects in addition to compulsory elements such as Maths, English and Science.

Post 16 education at Bassaleg allows students to further extend their learning in a friendly, inclusive and vibrant learning community. In conjunction with the Newport West Partnership we offer an exciting range of courses. We are driven by our determination to ensure that all young people are given the opportunity to succeed.

Bassaleg is a large school. It is vital, however, that pupils do not lose their individuality or feel treated as though they are just part of a group. In order to support and guide pupils according to their own individual needs, the school has been divided into year groups with each cohort being the responsibility of a Head of Year. An Assistant Headteacher oversees Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. The pupils are placed in mixed ability forms of about thirty pupils and come under the care of a Form Tutor.

The welfare and progress of individual pupils is very important and parents are encouraged to attend the meetings that are arranged with relevant teachers in each academic year.

We provide our pupils with a curriculum which seeks to educate the ‘whole person’ and we strive to make it appropriate to pupils’ needs, with teaching styles that develop positive attitudes to learning, the understanding of concepts and the acquisition of knowledge and skills.

The Curriculum: Learning at Bassaleg / Y Cwricwlwm: Dysgu yn Ysgol Basaleg

“Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow”

Additional Educational Needs / Anghennion Addysol Ychwanegol

Bassaleg School works hard to create and maintain an inclusive and supportive environment. The school has close links with partner primary schools and works carefully with primary AENCO’s to ensure that support, care and guidance is available to all.

Pupils new to the school are assessed so that the most appropriate pathways and provision can be implemented. This will include, but is not limited to, one to one support; small group support; social and communication skills development. Similarly, information from primary schools will help us work with

pupils in identifying the need for literacy and numeracy acceleration schemes, along with a variety of other support programmes.

In Year 7, pupils learn in broadly mixed ability settings. The AEN team carefully ensures that all transition data is cascaded to teachers and form tutors. Some pupils will work in more nuturing, small group environments where higher levels of support are provided. The transition arrangements are tailored to ensure that pupils who might need more guidance in their move to Bassaleg School are supported from the very beginning of the process. The experienced AEN team works closely with a variety of external agencies which offer professional support and guidance where needed and to ensure that all children are suitably looked after.

The school operates within the guidelines of the current AEN code of practice for Wales; the AENCO is Mr McCullough. Mr Batten is the member of staff responsible for promoting the educational achievements of Looked After Children (LAC) and again works with close consideration of all current guidance and legislation.

We provide our pupils with a curriculum which seeks to educate the ‘whole person’ and we strive to make it appropriate to pupils’ needs, with teaching styles that develop positive attitudes to learning, the understanding of concepts and the acquisition of knowledge and skills.

“Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow”

Additional Educational Needs / Anghennion Addysol Ychwanegol

Curriculum Key Stage 3 & 4 / Cwricwlwm Cyfnod Allweddol 3 & 4

CHOICES FROM:Art & Design

Art & Design: Graphic CommunicationBTEC First Award in ICT (Level 2)

BTEC Horticultural StudiesBTEC Work Skills (Level 2)BTEC Business (Level 2)

BTEC EngineeringBTEC Sport (Level 2)

Business StudiesCatering

Child DevelopmentComputer Science

D&T: Product Design DramaFrench

GeographyHealth & Social Care

History Hospitality (BTEC)

ICTMedia Studies

MusicReligious Studies

SociologySpanish

Study SupportWelshLearning for

Life

Geography

Design & Technology

Drama

Thinking forLearning

Modern Foreign Languages

Religious Studies

Physical Education

Years 7 - 9(11 - 14 years) Experiences

Years 10-11 (15 - 16 years) Experiences

Mathematics

Science

Welsh

ICT

Art

History

English

Music

Science inc. Physics, Chemistry, Biology, WJEC Level 1/2 Award for Science in Work

and Science A

Welsh Baccalaureate Intermediate & Foundation

Learning for Life

Welsh

Physical Education

Mathematics

English

Curriculum Key Stage 3 & 4 / Cwricwlwm Cyfnod Allweddol 3 & 4

Science inc. Physics, Chemistry, Biology, WJEC Level 1/2 Award for Science in Work

and Science A

Welsh Baccalaureate Intermediate & Foundation

Bassaleg School is part of the Newport West Consortium, together with Coleg Gwent (Nash), Duffryn High School, Newport High School and St Joseph’s High School. Detailed information is available in the Sixth Form Prospectus or on the Newport West Website. Students in Year 11 will be able to choose the subjects they wish to study from the Newport West Consortium Option Blocks listed below.

Business Studies

Computer Science

History

Law

Welsh Baccalaureate

Welsh 2nd Language

Health & SocialCare

Media Studies

Psychology

Religious Studies, Philosophy & Ethics

ASDAN CoPE

PhysicalEducation ICT

Design & Technology

FurtherMathematics

Art & DesignSpanish

PhysicsBiology

Mathematics

BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary

Diploma in Sport

French

Chemistry

Music

Geography

English Language & Literature

Years 12 - 13 Experiences

Curriculum Post 16 / Cwricwlwm ôl 16

Welsh

Sociology

Bassaleg School is part of the Newport West Consortium, together with Coleg Gwent (Nash), Duffryn High School, Newport High School and St Joseph’s High School. Detailed information is available in the Sixth Form Prospectus or on the Newport West Website. Students in Year 11 will be able to choose the subjects they wish to study from the Newport West Consortium Option Blocks listed below.

Computer Science

Welsh Baccalaureate

Religious Studies, Philosophy & Ethics

Design & Technology

FurtherMathematics

BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary

Diploma in Sport

Curriculum Post 16 / Cwricwlwm ôl 16

Welsh

The pupil support arrangements are intended to give each child a sense of security, a feeling of belonging and an opportunity to become involved effectively in the life of the school.

In the summer term preceding entry, the Assistant Head responsible for Key Stage 3, the Head of Year 7 and the Additional Educational Needs Co-ordinator (AENCO) visit each of the partner primary schools and discussions are held with Headteachers, staff and parents in order to make sure that the transfer of the children from primary school to secondary school is effectively achieved. All Year 6 pupils in the partner primary schools are invited to Bassaleg for a day of lessons and activities in the summer term. In addition, parents are invited to an ‘Intake Afternoon’ in the Griffin Building to meet staff, including Year 7 Form Tutors.

The support and guidance children require are provided, to a considerable extent, by the Form Tutor, who sees them each morning in their tutorial group and for one hour a fortnight in their Learning for Life lessons. In addition to the guidance given by the Form Tutor, children in each year are under the direct supervision of the Head of Year. It is imperative that the school possesses accurate and current details concerning a pupil’s addresses, telephone numbers and personal details. The school must be informed as soon as possible of any changes, especially in the case of emergency telephone numbers. All changes should be notified in writing to your child’s Form Tutor. A resident school medical officer is on hand to look after any minor ailments that may occur during the school day. However, children who are obviously unwell in the morning should be kept at home rather than be sent to school. Parents of pupils who are taken ill at school will be contacted to transport their child home. If a pupil suffers from a medical condition of which the school should be aware, the school medical officer must be notified and the confidentiality of the details will be respected.

Pupils are not allowed to carry medication in their bags except for inhalers and epipens. If pupils need medication during the school day it should be handed in to the school medical officer in the Medical Room, Griffin Building, clearly marked with the dosage and name of pupil. The Nurse will then dispense this in line with the directions you have given. We value dialogue with parents, if you wish to visit the school you are advised to make an appointment beforehand.

Pupil Support / Cefnogaeth i Ddisgyblion

The support and guidance children require are provided, to a considerable extent, by the Form Tutor, who sees them each morning in their tutorial group and for one hour a fortnight in their Learning for Life lessons. In addition to the guidance given by the Form Tutor, children in each year are under the direct supervision of the Head of Year. It is imperative that the school possesses accurate and current details concerning a pupil’s addresses, telephone numbers and personal details. The school must be informed as soon as possible of any changes, especially in the case of emergency telephone numbers. All changes should be notified in writing to your child’s Form Tutor. A resident school medical officer is on hand to look after any minor ailments that may occur during the school day. However, children who are obviously unwell in the morning should be kept at home rather than be sent to school. Parents of pupils who are taken ill at school will be contacted to transport their child home. If a pupil suffers from a medical condition of which the school should be aware, the school medical officer must be notified and the confidentiality of the details will be respected.

Pupils are not allowed to carry medication in their bags except for inhalers and epipens. If pupils need medication during the school day it should be handed in to the school medical officer in the Medical Room, Griffin Building, clearly marked with the dosage and name of pupil. The Nurse will then dispense this in line with the directions you have given. We value dialogue with parents, if you wish to visit the school you are advised to make an appointment beforehand.

Pupil Support / Cefnogaeth i Ddisgyblion

Welsh is a very important aspect of life at Bassaleg School, where bilingualism is promoted throughout the subjects at all Key Stages. Welsh is compulsory within the National Curriculum in Key Stage 3 (Years 7 to 9) & Key Stage 4 (Years 10 to 11).

Pupils are able to engage in Welsh conversation, develop their communication skills and learn about the country in which they live. The pupils study a wide range of topics, from personal information to life in the work place to the problems of young people. Key Stage 3 pupils are now able to gain a GCSE Short Course (Foundation) qualification at the end of Year 9.

The Welsh Language Department / Yr Adran Gymraeg

Religious Worship: Assemblies are held daily. They are non-denominational and mirror the broadly Christian ethos of the school. The emphasis is on the development of moral and spiritual values. It is the intention to foster a sense of respect and give pupils an opportunity to reflect upon the themes explored in light of their own experiences.

Religious Studies: All pupils throughout the school receive lessons in Religious Studies. It is seldom that children are withdrawn from these lessons by parental request, although that right exists. Parents who wish to withdraw their children from either Religious Studies or collective worship, in whole or in part, should contact the Headteacher. Pupils who are exempt will follow an alternative programme of study.

Religious Worship & Religious Studies / Addoliad ac Astudiaethau Crefyddol

Sex and Relationships Education aims to support and help students through their physical, emotional, moral and spiritual development. As well as facilitating communication about sex, sexuality and sexual health, students are made aware of the benefits of delaying sexual activity.

It helps students to make responsible and well informed decisions about their lives. It enables them to understand the importance of stable, loving personal relationships with friendship groups and the wider community. It prepares students for the opportunities and experiences of adult life and encourages the acquisition of skills and attitudes so they can manage their relationships in a responsible manner.

Sex & Relationships Education / Addysg Rhyw a Pherthynas

All pupils in Years 7-11 are given equal opportunity to participate in a wide variety of sporting activities. The aim is to contribute to the development of control and co-ordination of the body, whilst at the same time developing skills which will be beneficial to pupils throughout their lives.

Through sport, the school is attempting to develop a sense of well being, confidence and co-operation and an understanding of the importance of maintaining a healthy life-style amongst all pupils.

Physical Education / Addysg Gorfforol

Religious Worship: Assemblies are held daily. They are non-denominational and mirror the broadly Christian ethos of the school. The emphasis is on the development of moral and spiritual values. It is the intention to foster a sense of respect and give pupils an opportunity to reflect upon the themes explored in light of their own experiences.

Religious Studies: All pupils throughout the school receive lessons in Religious Studies. It is seldom that children are withdrawn from these lessons by parental request, although that right exists. Parents who wish to withdraw their children from either Religious Studies or collective worship, in whole or in part, should contact the Headteacher. Pupils who are exempt will follow an alternative programme of study.

All pupils in Years 7-11 are given equal opportunity to participate in a wide variety of sporting activities. The aim is to contribute to the development of control and co-ordination of the body, whilst at the same time developing skills which will be beneficial to pupils throughout their lives.

Through sport, the school is attempting to develop a sense of well being, confidence and co-operation and an understanding of the importance of maintaining a healthy life-style amongst all pupils.

Physical Education / Addysg Gorfforol

Bassaleg School recognises that all students are entitled to receive up to date careers information and advice as part of the school curriculum. Lessons are built in as part of the current Learning for Life and Welsh Baccalaureate programmes of study and are designed to promote the Learning Outcomes of the Careers and the World of Work Framework. Learners need to know where they are now and where they aspire to be in the future, to know what is available in the world of work, to be able to make and implement decisions and know where to seek information and access guidance about career planning. Careers InformationCareers information is provided for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 groups via Learning for Life lessons. Learners are encouraged to access resources and research using the Internet, the school’s website (www.bassalegschool.com) and computer programmes such as Kudos. They are encouraged to use Careers Wales Online (www.careerswales.com) and passwords and logins are issued for each student in Year 9 and above. Information is also available from the Careers Section of the main school library at lunchtime. Careers AdviceAll learners are entitled to seek careers advice from: LfL and CWW Co-ordinator, Head of Sixth Form and support staff (Higher Education applications and related advice) and Careers Wales Gwent advisors Careers and the World of WorkA planned programme of CWW is provided for all learners. It is designed to develop the skills, knowledge, attitudes and values required to help each young person to become the best that he or she can possibly be, enabling them to take their place in a rapidly changing world of work within the global economy.

Careers & The World of Work and Lifelong LearningCWW is concerned with preparing learners for adult life and lifelong learning. It contributes to the development of the ‘whole’ person by encouraging them to identify their strengths and weaknesses, to become self reliant and self motivated and be more prepared to manage change. It enables learners to consider their career paths and to explore their opportunities. Partnership with Careers Wales GwentA Careers Wales Gwent advisor is attached to the school and available for individual interviews with students. An advisor is also present at Years 9-13 Consultation Evenings to discuss careers related concerns. Parents can access further careers information by contacting the school or making an appointment with Careers Wales Gwent on freephone 0800 028 9212 or at 46-47 High Street, Newport, NP10 1GA. 16

Careers Education & Advice / Addysg Gyrfaoedd a Chyngor

Bassaleg School recognises that all students are entitled to receive up to date careers information and advice as part of the school curriculum. Lessons are built in as part of the current Learning for Life and Welsh Baccalaureate programmes of study and are designed to promote the Learning Outcomes of the Careers and the World of Work Framework. Learners need to know where they are now and where they aspire to be in the future, to know what is available in the world of work, to be able to make and implement decisions and know where to seek information and access guidance about career planning. Careers InformationCareers information is provided for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 groups via Learning for Life lessons. Learners are encouraged to access resources and research using the Internet, the school’s website (www.bassalegschool.com) and computer programmes such as Kudos. They are encouraged to use Careers Wales Online (www.careerswales.com) and passwords and logins are issued for each student in Year 9 and above. Information is also available from the Careers Section of the main school library at lunchtime. Careers AdviceAll learners are entitled to seek careers advice from: LfL and CWW Co-ordinator, Head of Sixth Form and support staff (Higher Education applications and related advice) and Careers Wales Gwent advisors Careers and the World of WorkA planned programme of CWW is provided for all learners. It is designed to develop the skills, knowledge, attitudes and values required to help each young person to become the best that he or she can possibly be, enabling them to take their place in a rapidly changing world of work within the global economy.

Careers & The World of Work and Lifelong LearningCWW is concerned with preparing learners for adult life and lifelong learning. It contributes to the development of the ‘whole’ person by encouraging them to identify their strengths and weaknesses, to become self reliant and self motivated and be more prepared to manage change. It enables learners to consider their career paths and to explore their opportunities. Partnership with Careers Wales GwentA Careers Wales Gwent advisor is attached to the school and available for individual interviews with students. An advisor is also present at Years 9-13 Consultation Evenings to discuss careers related concerns. Parents can access further careers information by contacting the school or making an appointment with Careers Wales Gwent on freephone 0800 028 9212 or at 46-47 High Street, Newport, NP10 1GA.

Careers Education & Advice / Addysg Gyrfaoedd a Chyngor

Pupil Destinations / Cyrchfannau Disgyblion What I’ve enjoyed about Bassaleg so Far / Beth ydw i wedi mwynhau am Fasaleg hyd at hyn

Benjamin“When I first came to Bassaleg I was worried that nobody would like me, but that has changed, I have met new people and become good friends. My favourite lesson is Games as I play a lot of sport like Hockey, Cycling, Tennis, Football, Cricket and Rugby”

“Bassaleg has a whole range of things to love - the lessons, the canteens, the teachers, the places and the people! On the first day I did not know many people in my form, but I soon made friends and you can have fun by joining many of the different clubs”

Harry

What I’ve enjoyed about Bassaleg so Far / Beth ydw i wedi mwynhau am Fasaleg hyd at hyn

“At Bassaleg it is easy to make new friends and I think Bassaleg is a really good school. Science lessons are fun because we get to do practical lessons. The teachers at Bassaleg are positive and easy to talk to, they praise you if you do something good. Bassaleg School is awesome!”

“Starting at Bassaleg School was a little worrying as it is much bigger than my Primary School, but I soon started to get to know the place and make new friends. The first few weeks went by really quickly and I really enjoy the variety of lessons!”

“The best thing about Bassaleg school is they have so many clubs for you to join. I’ve joined the Netball Club, the Choir, the Chess Club and the Cooking Club. I also love the teachers because they are friendly and easy to talk to. They help you if you don’t understand the work and talk it through with you”

Benjamin

Bethan

Hannah

“When I first came to Bassaleg I was worried that nobody would like me, but that has changed, I have met new people and become good friends. My favourite lesson is Games as I play a lot of sport like Hockey, Cycling, Tennis, Football, Cricket and Rugby”

Ibrahim

HollyI like the opportunities to join clubs around the school. You can play sports like dodgeball, rugby and football, you can also go to Gym and Dance Club. I can’t wait for the Athletics Club in the Summer!! There are music options aswell like String Orchestra, Wind Band and Choir. I love it!”

“Bassaleg has a whole range of things to love - the lessons, the canteens, the teachers, the places and the people! On the first day I did not know many people in my form, but I soon made friends and you can have fun by joining many of the different clubs”

Harry

Extra-Curricular EnrichmentBassaleg offers many opportunities for pupils to participate in extra-curricular activities. It is important for the school to provide activities beyond the classroom to widen the experiences of pupils and to add to their enjoyment. A selection of activities on offer is detailed below:

General Information / Gwybodaeth Cyffredinol

GymnasticsFrench Club

Debating Society

5 x 60 Activities

HockeyThinkdotcomWind BandDuke of EdinburghYoung Engineers’ ClubDrama ClubXplosive Science

RugbyChoir (Senior & Junior)

FootballString OrchestraAthleticsTennisJazz Band

Fencing

Brass BandMedia & Publicity ClubReligious Studies Club

Dance

BasketballBaseballNetballCross CountryCricketD & T ClubFitness & Exercise Homework ClubWelsh Club

Writers’ WorkshopsCreative Writing ClubComputer Club

Art & Design Club

Extra-Curricular EnrichmentBassaleg offers many opportunities for pupils to participate in extra-curricular activities. It is important for the school to provide activities beyond the classroom to widen the experiences of pupils and to add to their enjoyment. A selection of activities on offer is detailed below:


Attendance:

Charging Policy: Education is provided without compulsory charges to parents. Most activities are financed by the school with funds received from the Local Education Authority. There are, however, some valuable educational activities which the school cannot provide without seeking some financial support from parents. The Governors have agreed a policy statement on Charging and Remissions. Equal Opportunities: The School has an Equality and Diversity Policy and is committed to taking positive steps to reduce any disadvantage experienced by individuals or groups.

It wholeheartedly supports the statutory requirements laid down in the Equality Act 2010, which make it unlawful for an employer or an employee to discriminate or to treat an individual differently on the grounds of disability, gender, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. The School also extends the same principle to marital status, religious beliefs, age (except when complying with statutory or other requirements) and sexual orientation.


Charging Policy: Education is provided without compulsory charges to parents. Most activities are financed by the school with funds received from the Local Education Authority. There are, however, some valuable educational activities which the school cannot provide without seeking some financial support from parents. The Governors have agreed a policy statement on Charging and Remissions. Equal Opportunities: The School has an Equality and Diversity Policy and is committed to taking positive steps to reduce any disadvantage experienced by individuals or groups.

It wholeheartedly supports the statutory requirements laid down in the Equality Act 2010, which make it unlawful for an employer or an employee to discriminate or to treat an individual differently on the grounds of disability, gender, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. The School also extends the same principle to marital status, religious beliefs, age (except when complying with statutory or other requirements) and sexual orientation.


Disability The School complies with the Disability Act of 2010. We have a Disability Equality Scheme that is aimed at improving the provision of education, facilities and access for all pupils, staff and visitors to the school. The School was awarded the Inclusion, Diversity, Equality and Achievement Award Level 1. Admissions into the school are dealt with by Newport City Council and this includes pupils with any form of disability.

School Security and PropertyThe school is alarmed with a sophisticated security and fire prevention system throughout the campus. All visitors to the school are required to sign in at the main office in the Forge Building.

Parents’ and Friends’ Association (PFA) The PFA has been formed to foster a close and friendly relationship between parents, staff and friends and to enhance the environment of the school for the benefit of all pupils. It has three main functions, fundraising, educational activities and social events. It works closely with the School Council and staff to ensure that funds are allocated to areas of need. The PFA is particularly keen to welcome the parents of new pupils, in the hope that they will play an active part in the work of the Association as their children progress through school.

Home School Agreement The school has a written home-school agreement as required by the Schools Standards and Framework Act of 1998. It explains the school’s aims and values, its responsibilities towards its pupils who are of compulsory school age, the responsibilities of parents and what the school expects of its pupils. The agreement provides a framework for the development of the school and parents working together in order to help pupils achieve. All parents, or if a child is in care, the local authority or voluntary association involved, are invited to sign the parental declaration.


NB - During the school year there will be five days designated for Teachers In-service Training (INSET) when the school will be closed to pupils. Parents will be notified of these dates.

May Day Bank Holiday 2 May 2016

Term Starts Half Term Starts

Half Term Ends Term Ends

Autumn Term 2015

Tuesday 1 September

Monday 26 October

Friday 30 October

Friday 18 December

Spring Term 2016

Monday 4 January

Monday 15 February

Friday 19 February

Friday 24 March

Summer Term 2016

Monday 11 April

Monday 30 May

Friday 3 June

Wednesday 20 July

School Term Dates / Dyddiau Tymhorau’r Ysgol

During the year, meetings are arranged so that parents can discuss the progress of their children with the appropriate teachers. These parents’ evenings are held once a year for all age groups. Full details will be published at the start of the academic year. Parents of pupils in Years 7 will meet with their child’s form tutor and not individual subject teachers and Year 8 parents will meet their child’s form tutor and compulsary subject leaders. A letter will be sent to parents approximately two weeks prior to the meeting. Pupils will be given appointment sheets to arrange mutually convenient times for the consultations. During July, parents of children starting school in September will be invited to visit. The New Intake Afternoon for Parents will be on 8 July 2015.

Meetings with Parents / Cyfarfodydd Gyda Rhieni


NB - During the school year there will be five days designated for Teachers In-service Training (INSET) when the school will be closed to pupils. Parents will be notified of these dates.

May Day Bank Holiday 2 May 2016

Term Starts Half Term Starts

Half Term Ends Term Ends

Autumn Term 2015

Tuesday 1 September

Monday 26 October

Friday 30 October

Friday 18 December

Spring Term 2016

Monday 4 January

Monday 15 February

Friday 19 February

Friday 24 March

Summer Term 2016

Monday 11 April

Monday 30 May

Friday 3 June

Wednesday 20 July

School Term Dates / Dyddiau Tymhorau’r Ysgol

During the year, meetings are arranged so that parents can discuss the progress of their children with the appropriate teachers. These parents’ evenings are held once a year for all age groups. Full details will be published at the start of the academic year. Parents of pupils in Years 7 will meet with their child’s form tutor and not individual subject teachers and Year 8 parents will meet their child’s form tutor and compulsary subject leaders. A letter will be sent to parents approximately two weeks prior to the meeting. Pupils will be given appointment sheets to arrange mutually convenient times for the consultations. During July, parents of children starting school in September will be invited to visit. The New Intake Afternoon for Parents will be on 8 July 2015.

Meetings with Parents / Cyfarfodydd Gyda Rhieni

Summary of the National Curriculum Assessment results of pupils in school and nationally 2013 at the end of Key Stage 3, as a % of those eligible for assessment.

National Curriculum Level

Core Subject Indicator—The percentage of pupils attaining at least 5 in English or Welsh (first language), Mathematics and Science in combination:

School: 93.3%

Wales: 72.5%

D = Disapplied under Section 364 or 365 of the Education Act 1996, now effected through sections 113-116 of the Education Act 2002. N = Not awarded a level for reasons other then disapplication

EP = Exceptional Performance

Comparative Report: Bassaleg School / Adroddiad Cymharol: Ysgol Basaleg

Key

Sta

ge

3

N D 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 5+ EP

MathsSchool 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 2.4 4.5 16.7 41.9 29.3 5.3 93.1 0.0

Wales 0.3 0.1 0.4 0.7 3.2 11.0 30.7 31.8 19.0 2.3 83.9 -

ScienceSchool 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.8 36.2 41.1 18.3 3.7 99.2 0.0

Wales 0.3 0.1 0.3 0.4 1.6 9.9 38.4 33.8 14.0 0.8 87.0 -

EnglishSchool 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.4 6.5 22.4 48.0 22.4 0.4 93.1 0.0

Wales 0.3 0.1 0.3 0.9 3.2 12.0 40.2 30.3 11.3 0.9 82.9 0.1

Comparative Report: Bassaleg School / Adroddiad Cymharol: Ysgol BasalegK

ey S

tag

e 3

Key

Sta

ge

4 Percentage of cohort achieving

A*- C in all three Core Subjects

5 GCSEs at level 2 threshold

5 GCSEs at level 1 threshold

2013 - 2014 77 93 99

2012 - 2013 78 91 99

Percentage of cohort achieving

Entered for at least 1 CoEA or GSCE

Leaving without a recognised qualification

2013 - 2014 100 0

2012 - 2013 100 0

Percentage attendance Years 7 - 11

2013 - 2014 95% - Unauthorised Abs 0%

2012 - 2013 95% - Unauthorised Abs 0%

Percentage of Pupils achieving Level 5+ English Mathematics Science

2013 - 2014 98 93 99

2012 - 2013 94 94 98

Target Settings and Performance Indicators / Gosodiadau Targed a Mesuryddion Perfformiad

Key Skills 2013-14 / Sgiliau Allweddol 2013-14

N D 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 5+ EP

MathsSchool 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 2.4 4.5 16.7 41.9 29.3 5.3 93.1 0.0

Wales 0.3 0.1 0.4 0.7 3.2 11.0 30.7 31.8 19.0 2.3 83.9 -

ScienceSchool 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.8 36.2 41.1 18.3 3.7 99.2 0.0

Wales 0.3 0.1 0.3 0.4 1.6 9.9 38.4 33.8 14.0 0.8 87.0 -

EnglishSchool 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.4 6.5 22.4 48.0 22.4 0.4 93.1 0.0

Wales 0.3 0.1 0.3 0.9 3.2 12.0 40.2 30.3 11.3 0.9 82.9 0.1

Communication Pass FailLevel 1 10 0Level 2 238 0Level 3 131 1

ICT Pass FailLevel 1 187 0Level 2 77 0

Working with Others Pass FailLevel 2 213 0Level 3 39 1

IOLP Pass FailLevel 1 1 0Level 3 139 0

Problem Solving Pass FailLevel 2 154 0

Application of Number Pass FailLevel 2 121 1

Examination Graphs / Graffau Arholiadau

Number of boys aged 15 who were on roll in January 2014 : 150 Percentage of boys aged 15 who:

Number of girls aged 15 who were on roll in January 2014 : 151 Percentage of girls aged 15 who:

Entered at least one

qualification

Achieved the Level 1

threshold A*-C

Acheived the Level 2

threshold A*-G

Acheived the Level 2 threshold including a GCSE pass in

English or Welsh first language & Mathematics

Core Subjects Indicator

Average wider points score

per pupil

School 13/14 100 99 96 69 69 659

LEA Area 13/14 99 93 84 53 51 519

Wales 13/14 99 94 81 55 53 524


qualification


threshold A*-C


threshold A*-G





per pupil

School 13/14 100 99 97 71 71 647

LEA Area 13/14 99 91 80 51 49 483

Wales 13/14 99 93 79 51 49 497


qualification


threshold A*-C


threshold A*-G





per pupil

School 13/14 100 99 95 67 67 670

LEA Area 13/14 100 96 88 54 53 556

Wales 13/14 99 96 86 60 57 553

GCSE % achieving Level 1 Threshold ( 5 or more A* - G)

GCSE % achieving Level 2 Threshold ( 5 or more A* - C)

Number of pupils aged 15 who were on roll in January 2014 : 301 Percentage of pupils aged 15 who:

Number of boys aged 15 who were on roll in January 2014 : 150 Percentage of boys aged 15 who:

Number of girls aged 15 who were on roll in January 2014 : 151 Percentage of girls aged 15 who:


qualification


threshold A*-C


threshold A*-G





per pupil

School 13/14 100 99 96 69 69 659

LEA Area 13/14 99 93 84 53 51 519

Wales 13/14 99 94 81 55 53 524


qualification


threshold A*-C


threshold A*-G





per pupil

School 13/14 100 99 97 71 71 647

LEA Area 13/14 99 91 80 51 49 483

Wales 13/14 99 93 79 51 49 497


qualification


threshold A*-C


threshold A*-G





per pupil

School 13/14 100 99 95 67 67 670

LEA Area 13/14 100 96 88 54 53 556

Wales 13/14 99 96 86 60 57 553

Summary of Secondary School Performance SSSP LEA / School No: 680/4030

Percentage of pupils Percentage of boys Percentage of girls aged 15 who: aged 15 who: aged 15 who:

Number of pupils aged Number of boys aged Number of girls aged 17 who were on roll in 17 who were on roll in 17 who were on roll in January 2014: 151 January 2014 : 62 January 2014 : 89

Acheived one or more ELQ* only

Left full time education

without a qualification

Achieved one or more ELQ*

only

Left full time education without

a qualification


only


a qualification

School 13/14 0 0 0 0 0 0

LEA Area 13/14 1 0.8 1 1.3 0 0.3

Wales 13/14 1 1.1 1 1.4 0 0.7

*Entry Level Qualification

Percentage of 17 year old pupils

entering a volume equivalent to 2 A

Levels who achieved the Level 3 threshold

Average wider points

score for pupils aged

17


entering a volume equivalent to 2 A Levels who

achieved the Level 3 threshold


score for pupils

aged 17





score for pupils

aged 17

School 13/14 96 914 93 863 98 950

LEA Area 13/14 95 834 93 793 96 873

Wales 13/14 97 804 96 759 98 844

Summary of Secondary School Performance (1) SSSP LEA / School No: 680/4030

GCSE results in selected subjects Percentage of pupils aged 15 who achieved a GCSE grade:

A Level results in selected subjects Percentage of pupils aged 17 who achieved an A Level grade:

Summary Report of Achievements 2013 / 2014 LEA / School No: 680/4030

English Welsh Mathematics Physical EducationA* to C A* to G A* to C A* to G A* to C A* to G A* to C A* to G

School 13/14 87 100 98 100 73 100 96 100

English Language Chemistry Mathematics MusicA* to C A* to E A* to C A* to E A* to C A* to E A* to C A* to E

School 13/14 67 93 88 100 95 100 100 100

Number of SEN Unit/Special Classes: 0

Number of Pupils on Roll in National Curriculum Year 11: 302

Percentage of compulsory school age pupils eligible for Free School Meals 2012/2013: 7.4

Percentage of compulsory school age pupils who live in an area classed as in the 20% most deprived parts of Wales using the Welsh Index of Multiple Deprivation (WIMD) 2012/2013: 0% Percentage of compulsory school age pupils who are either new to the English language (or Welsh where relevant), at an early acquisition stage or developing competence 2012/2013: 2.7%

Percentage of compulsory school age pupils subject to School Action Plus or with a statement of special educational needs (SEN) 2012/2013: 4.5%

Percentage of 15 year old pupils on SEN register: 6.6 Welsh Baccalaureate Offered: Yes

Acheived one or more ELQ* only

Left full time education

without a qualification


only


a qualification


only


a qualification

School 13/14 0 0 0 0 0 0

LEA Area 13/14 1 0.8 1 1.3 0 0.3

Wales 13/14 1 1.1 1 1.4 0 0.7

*Entry Level Qualification





score for pupils aged

17


entering a volume equivalent to 2 A Levels who

achieved the Level 3 threshold


score for pupils

aged 17





score for pupils

aged 17

School 13/14 96 914 93 863 98 950

LEA Area 13/14 95 834 93 793 96 873

Wales 13/14 97 804 96 759 98 844

Summary of Secondary School Performance (1) SSSP LEA / School No: 680/4030

GCSE results in selected subjects Percentage of pupils aged 15 who achieved a GCSE grade:

A Level results in selected subjects Percentage of pupils aged 17 who achieved an A Level grade:

Summary Report of Achievements 2013 / 2014 LEA / School No: 680/4030

English Welsh Mathematics Physical EducationA* to C A* to G A* to C A* to G A* to C A* to G A* to C A* to G

School 13/14 87 100 98 100 73 100 96 100

English Language Chemistry Mathematics MusicA* to C A* to E A* to C A* to E A* to C A* to E A* to C A* to E

School 13/14 67 93 88 100 95 100 100 100

Number of SEN Unit/Special Classes: 0

Number of Pupils on Roll in National Curriculum Year 11: 302

Percentage of compulsory school age pupils eligible for Free School Meals 2012/2013: 7.4

Percentage of compulsory school age pupils who live in an area classed as in the 20% most deprived parts of Wales using the Welsh Index of Multiple Deprivation (WIMD) 2012/2013: 0% Percentage of compulsory school age pupils who are either new to the English language (or Welsh where relevant), at an early acquisition stage or developing competence 2012/2013: 2.7%

Percentage of compulsory school age pupils subject to School Action Plus or with a statement of special educational needs (SEN) 2012/2013: 4.5%

Percentage of 15 year old pupils on SEN register: 6.6 Welsh Baccalaureate Offered: Yes

Complaints Procedure regarding Curriculum Matters and Other School Issues

The Governing Body has decided to adopt the complaints procedure outlined in the Welsh Government (circular 2011/2012) Complaints Procedures for School Governing Bodies in Wales. A copy is available at the School.

Parents wishing to express a concern should do so in the first instance to the appropriate Head of Year (01633 892191) who will make every effort to resolve the matter.

A Tradition of Excellence... Traddodiad o Ragoriaeth...

Bassaleg School, Forge Lane, Newport, NP10 8NFTel: 01633 892191, Fax: 01633 894699E-Mail: [email protected]: www.bassalegschool.com

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