Year 7 Entry

September 2020

PROSPECTUS

CITY OF LONDON ACADEMY S O U T H W A R K

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Welcome

Dear Parents, Carers and Guardians

I am delighted that you are considering sending your child to the City of London Academy (Southwark). The choice of secondary school is an important stage in a young person’s education: schools, as we know from our own childhood, can transform our ambitions into reality and expose exploring minds to the wonder of what has been written, spoken, created and thought. I am excited by the potential of all our students as they take the leap to secondary school.

IntegritasAt COLA-S we have a guiding value of Integritas, with the half termly Principal’s award being the ‘Integritas Award’. In practice integritas (the Latin for integrity) means doing what is right, even when it is hard, and of owning up to our mistakes. I regularly tell students that they (as well as staff) will get things wrong, that they will fail, but that this failure is step towards success providing we own it and learn from it. Accompanied to this guiding value are the values of Ambition, Resilience and Duty each of which students are awarded for showing and which are spoken about regularly.

AmbitionWe encourage our students to be ambitious for themselves, their futures and also those around them. At COLA-S we nurture this through the many House competitions which we run, through the comprehensive student leadership opportunities and by exposing our students to excellent employers as well as Higher Education establishments.

Contents

Welcome .........................................................2

Choice and test ........................................4

Our Curriculum.........................................7

Catering ....................................................... 17

The COLAS Library .......................... 18

Educational Enrichment ................. 19

Learning Support Faculty .............. 20

Autistic Resource Base ................... 21

Parents and Community ............... 22

Transition ..................................................... 23

Joining Us .................................................... 24

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ResilienceCOLA-S students are supported to embody the value of resilience through both the formal and enriching curriculums which we offer. Students learn that failure is something rooted in learning: James Dyson famously patented over 4000 items before he launched his first vacuum. Failure for him was a step on the path to success. We will develop young leaders who are able to show resilience and persevere in the face of adversity.

DutyThere is more that unifies us as a species than divides: we have a duty towards helping others, our community and our world. The issues which are faced in modern day London will only be addressed when people go out of their way to tackle them. Likewise, global issues such as Climate Change can only be addressed by collective action and personal sacrifice. Our students will develop this need for duty when in class, when representing the school, when competing in house competitions (including debates) and when campaigning on big issues within school.

COLA-S has a history of achieving excellent academic outcomes in both GCSE and A-level. As the new Principal it is my role to build upon the successes of the past and take the Academy in an exciting and rewarding new direction. To this end I have worked, and will continue to work, to ensure that the behaviour of students and the habits modelled by staff are of the highest standards. With good behaviour we are able to provide and deliver a truly inspirational curriculum both within the classroom but also outside. To support this, in 2019/20 COLA-S is prioritising:

1. A values led approach to school leadership, underpinned by the principles of integritas.

2. A continued focus on ensuring student

behaviour supports effective learning and that pastoral support for students and staff is exemplary

3. A comprehensive teacher training programme to ensure that all teachers in the academy are inspiring our students to fulfil their potential

4. A comprehensive educational enrichment programme including;

a. Six drop down days (when school trips and events can happen)

b. An opportunity for every child going to a West End Musical

c. Adventure learning including Duke of Edinburgh

d. A new House system with over 20 annual house competitions

e. Termly performing arts showcasesf. Excellent sports and sports facilities including

the nationally acclaimed Basketball Academy

By Joining COLA-S, you and your child are also joining the City of London Academies Trust, recognised as the highest performing Trust in the country. This relationship helps provide unrivalled opportunities for our students within the City of London Corporation as well as benefitting our staff who are able to work collaboratively with excellent teachers within our associated schools.

I wish you every success over the coming weeks and months as you choose your child’s secondary school. Please do not hesitate to get in contact if you have any questions.

Mike Baxtermbaxter@cityacademy.co.uk

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Choice and test

COLA currently offers 29 mainstream subjects at GCSE level with more exciting opportunities planned.

We want to offer a curriculum flexible enough to enable all our students to achieve their best, whatever their individual strengths.

Stretch and Challenge

City of London Academy provides an extended and flexible curriculum for more able students, allowing them to develop independent thinking and enquiry skills through a variety of class-based and extra-curricular activities.

Among these exciting, dynamic learning opportunities are the science fair, triple science GCSE, business enterprise days, the Tower Bridge art project, university summer schools in languages and the extended project qualification, often during the DDD programme.

Students are also invited to field and residential trips, theatre and museum trips and visits to top UK universities.

The Academy continues to provide unique opportunities to harness the potential of our most able students. Our aim is to ensure they can surpass their own expectations.

“COLA have very good teachers. I feel like they give everyone many

different opportunities and my teachers encourage me to achieve

the grades I am capable of getting”

- Obi Nebuwa (Year 11)

“I love being a student at COLA. I

feel valued and supported. Everyone is caring and always willing to help”

- Elaf Ibrahim (Year 11)

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COLA wants to prepare our students to make themselves heard, but also to do it safely, clearly and effectively in all areas of their life. We promote Oracy through all curriculum areas.

We are committed to each student developing the confidence to express themselves effectively and safely in a range of situations. They will learn to select and adapt the way they speak, write and listen in response to their audience.

Communication

Students can now connect with people all over the world thanks to living in the digital age. We live in a great era of communication making our world a small one full

of exciting opportunities for our young people.

“Systems in place to support

the most able pupils in attaining the best grades

and leading to strong outcomes overall”

Ofsted, 2016

“I love my school, the reading programme

is fun and boosts my confidence”

- Grace (Year 7)

“Our Sixth Form Resource Centre has

extensive resources. The staff and my teachers offer various events. Attending these events evolved my skills, these skills

will support me with my future plans”

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In both English and foreign language study, students develop a passion for communication, appreciation of literature, and the literacy skills that are essential in the modern world. We offer a variety of visits to exhibitions, workshops and student conferences, as well as overseas trips and foreign language support to ensure students communication skills are practiced in as many environments as possible.

Progression

City of London Academy’s careers education programme helps our students develop the skills and knowledge they need to progress and excel in the working world.This programme aims to give our students an invaluable head-start to life after the academy. They are taught the skills they need to manage their career and make decisions that shape their future. We have received the Investors in Careers award for our exceptional work in supporting students’ progression towards their choice of university education or the world of work.

COLA has a thriving Sixth Form and much of what we do is preparing our students to be independent learners and be ready for further education and employment. As a result, having completed their Sixth Form studies, our pupils typically:

• Attend Russell Group universities including: Cambridge, Oxford, Exeter, Imperial College, King’s College, University College London, Queen Mary’s, Nottingham

• Study popular undergraduate courses such as: Business, Management, Law, Medicine, Computing, Politics, Biological Sciences and Sociology

• Participate in Apprenticeships: Business, Drama, Administration and Photography

• Pursue their interests in sports and the arts: Sports and Exercise Science, Drama and Theatre Practice and Music

• Achieve basketball scholarships to study at prestigious universities in the United States)

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Our CurriculumThe Academy provides a broad and balanced curriculum for its pupils. During Year 7 and Year 8, in addition to the core subjects of English, Maths and Science, all students study:

ArtCateringDramaFrench or SpanishGeographyGraphic Design

HistoryInformation & Communication TechnologyMusicPersonal, Social & Health EducationPhysical EducationSociety, Ethics and Beliefs

In Year 7, students are taught in ability sets in English, maths and science. All other subjects are taught in the tutor groups. The timetable is organised so that there is flexibility for students to change sets as pupils progress.

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Pupils begin their GCSE study in year 9 and continue this into year 10 and 11. The majority of pupils study for the English Baccalaureate (EBacc) which requires GCSE passes at grade 5 or better in all of the following:

English Language or LiteratureMathematicsTwo SciencesA Modern Foreign Language (French or Spanish)A Humanity (History or Geography)

Many top universities such as Oxford, Cambridge and the Russell Group look more favourably on applicants who have the EBacc. Many employers also look for applicants who can speak a language and who have had the broad academic education, which the EBacc offers.

Pupils are also able to broaden their learning through further study options which include:

ArtBusiness StudiesBTEC Health & Social Care Catering StudiesCitizenshipComputingDramaEconomicsHealth & Social CareHospitalityICT

MusicPhotographyPhysical EducationGraphic DesignReligious StudiesSociologySports

In year 10 all students undertake a week of work experience, with many gaining placements in the City of London thanks to our extensive links. The Academy currently holds the prestigious Investors in Careers, Gold Award for its work in supporting students.

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English

• We pride ourselves on the exceptional quality of teaching and learning within the faculty, having secured excellent GCSE results over a number of years which far exceeded the national average

• We offer a challenging curriculum with the platform to study a broad range of culturally significant and diverse texts

• The core skills of English Language are developed and consolidated through a wealth of different learning opportunities, such as: debate, performance, critical reading, creative and analytical writing

“The City of London excels my

expectations year on year. We have a range of different

subjects, which benefit all students and raises our awareness

of the world. We are enriched by knowledge, subjects such as drama, boost my confidence”

- Khadya (Year 8)

“Without a voice we cannot

assert ourselves in the world we live in and

studying English gives us these tools”

- Lisa (Year 8)

• Some of the exciting extra-curricular opportunities are the Jack Petchey Speak Out Challenge, Debate Mate, Creative Writing Club, theatre trips and trips to places of literary interest such as the Charles Dickens museum

Without a voice, we cannot assert ourself in the world in which we live. English provides students with the opportunity to assert

their ideas with confidence, integrity and clarity. By engaging with classic and

contemporary material, both fact and fiction, our students develop

their cultural awareness, empathy and academic

outlooks in a way that relates to their own lives, and those of others

around them, shaping the success of their

futures.

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Mathematics

• Our GCSE results have been significantly above the national average, for 6 consecutive years

• We invest heavily in resources and teacher development to help students

• Every year our top students are entered for the UKMT national maths challenges. In 2018/19 we had 7 Gold awards for the Junior Challenge and 3 students progressed to the follow on rounds. We also enter students for the team challenges which provide some of our most talented mathematicians to develop their confidence, and experience interesting mathematical problems in a fun and supportive environment.

• Students benefit from trips to events such as the Greenwich Maths Time.

• The Department has also welcomed famous mathematicians such as Timothy Gowers, Marcus Du Sautoy and Simon Singh to speak to our students

“High expectations are

set for all students. This has helped me to improve my grades”

- She Tiah (Year 9)

• We teach the highest level of school Mathematics including A Level Further Maths and the STEP paper used by Cambridge University as a basis for offers. In an ever changing world, mathematics gives the problem solving skills to problems that haven’t been created yet. The beauty of mathematics occurs in everyday life through nature, music and art, but also how it underpins how the world functions.

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Sciences

• Lessons have an emphasis on active problem solving and we favour a hands-on learning approach to really engage students in the subject matter

• COLA has modern, fully equipped science laboratories

• Students are encouraged to participate in challenges and activities such as the STEM club, the UK Space Design Competition and the Science Fairs

• Our students have won the NASA national UK Space Design competition 3 times since 2010 and have recently won the worldwide Space Station Design Competition at NASA in Houston, Texas

“Our School is like a mountain, we

are always trying to get to the top in everything

we do” - Josue Estevez

(Year 11)

“The Science Faculty have state of the

art facilities. I enjoy the experiments in class. Our

teachers are experts in their subjects and make learning

Science fun” - Lucien Goldie

(Year 9)

• We have had several of our top students progress to Oxbridge, Medical Schools and an internship at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel Science is beautiful, like the double helix in biology and the fundamental equations of physics. It makes simple explanations of phenomena or connections between different observations.

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“Languages allow you to make

friends and have more opportunities in life”

- Andrias (Year 9)

Modern Foreign Languages

• All students in Year 7 can choose to study either French or Spanish. These are widely regarded as the most important business languages in the UK and around the world. Both languages are also available at GCSE

• We encourage our students to be enthusiastic about languages by immersing them in the culture, customs and traditions of the countries where the languages are spoken

“Languages open doors of opportunity

that were once closed” - Marwaan

(Year 9)

“I enjoy SEB and learning about

different religions and cultures. It teaches us to be

more tolerant”“I love my school, the reading programme is fun and boosts

my confidence” - Grace

(Year 7)

• We have a broad and varied range of enrichment activities and trips, including film study days, residentials to France and Spain, and annual visits from our partner schools in France and Spain

• Students further enhance their skills in written and spoken French/Spanish through penpal exchanges and by practising with our native-speaker Foreign Language Assistants

• One language sets you in a corridor for life. Speaking another language means you can open every door along the way

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Computing and ICT

• Computing / ICT Department is well resourced with state of the art desktop computers across all classrooms. Students enjoy a mixture of ‘plugged’ and unplugged lessons in-order encourage their creatively, problem solving skills and coding skills. The most popular programming application we use at year 7 is Kodu Gaming Lab which allows students to create their own 3D world and objects. Computational thinking is taught to all year groups. This leads on to been able to code in more demanding programming environments

• Keeping safe online is an integral part of our computing curriculum. Therefore, this is referenced in every computing lesson as well as being reinforced by regular assemblies and an e-Safety week

• The computing suite enables a class to work independently on a variety of packages such as Microsoft Office, educational programs, web and cloud based resources such as Google Classroom

Society, Ethics and Beliefs

• We want our students to appreciate and evaluate their role in Society

• Lessons focus on the themes of rights and responsibilities, politics and democracy, justice, core religious beliefs and philosophical questions about what it means to be human

• Our students are gaining vital knowledge and understanding of the world they live in leading towards further studies in Religious Studies, Citizenship, Politics, Sociology and Psychology etc

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Humanities - History

• We connect our students with their past and the pasts of

others• Our aim is to give our

students awareness of the richness and diversity of their world• COLA students are enquiring about their place in the world and ready to engage in the

world in which they live• Develop transferable

skills to allow critical thinking and success in a broad variety of

employment areas

Humanities - Geography Geography deals with spatial distribution and areal variation. It involves identifying human issues, finding solutions and making decisions. It equips us with various transferable skills like investigation, statistical, cartographic, presentation etc. It needs to be learnt through the ‘sole of your boots’ hence there are few trips to places like Norfolk, Southend, Herne Bay etc. Geography curriculum (AQA) starting from year 7 to 13 is a complete narrative of our World. It is our home! Make the world great again- do Geography!

Drama

• The drama department benefits from great links with other organisations who work with our students, such as, The Central School of Speech and Drama, RADA, The Young Vic and The Old Vic. These centres regularly come to the academy to perform and run workshops for the students

• Students take part in the Shakespeare’s Schools festival, performed in school and in professional theatres

• The department organises regular trips to fantastic theatre productions such as ‘Matilda’, ‘Everybody’s Talking About Jamie’ and ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ as well as to plays and other theatrical productions

• We put on fantastic whole school musicals such as ‘Oliver’, ‘Bugsy Malone’ and ‘Fame’

• We have a weekly drama club for all students that put on

several productions throughout the

year“Art, Music

and cooking are subjects that stimulates

our creativity. It broadens our horizons and

prepares us for the real world”

- Jaz (Year 10)

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Music

• The department is exceptionally well resourced with three Music ICT suites, a recording studio and a huge range of musical instruments

• We offer additional instrumental and vocal lessons in a wide range of instruments and styles and students are prepared for the Trinity, ABRSM and Rockschool examinations, giving them the opportunity to achieve nationally recognised qualifications

• The music department also runs a range of extracurricular clubs and ensembles including Jazz Band, World Percussion club, Orchestra, Rock School and Choir • We prepare pupils for Trinity , Royla

Schools of Music and Rock School examinations.

Art, Design and Photography

• We are well resourced with access to a variety of art materials. Students work with teachers and a variety of visiting artists and practitioners over time. This has included a professional photographer, graffiti artist and a origami artists. We have an art technician who also works one to one with pupils to support progress. There are regular skills workshops for year 9, 10, 12 and 13 candidates.

• Skills in art include drawing, painting, graphics, print making, Adobe Photoshop software, collage, 3D (clay/wire/modroc/super sculpey). There is a live drawing session with a professional model.

• Skills in photography include handling compact and digital SLR cameras, lighting equipment, producing traditional black and white images in darkroom, photographic screen printing, montage, and post production enhancement through Adobe Photoshop. There are two studio workshops each year, learning about lighting with a professional model.

• We provide a range of trips to galleries and museums, including Tate Modern, V&A Museum, The National Gallery, British Museum, Goldsmith College and more. Photography field trips include visits into the city. There are established links with a range of Arts organisations.

“Music will give

your child the skills needed to become a well-rounded, confident person who is musical, creative

and academic” - J Powell

(Lead teacher of Music)

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Physical Education

• Students enjoy state-of-the-art facilities, including a full sized astro-turf, sports hall, dance studio and fitness suite, plus three fully equipped classrooms for theory lessons

• All students in Years 7-9 engage in 15 different sports throughout the year

• Students can access over 70 hours of extra-curricular sports activities per week recreationally

• Students can engage in competitive sport through the academy house system as well as in regional, national and international competitions

• COLA is also one of only ten nationally recognised

Basketball England certified Basketball Schools and one of twenty

Academies competing in the Elite Academy Basketball League, the top

schools league in the UK. We have highly experienced professional coaches and have recently been crowned U17 boys national champions

• Our year 7 students have the opportunity to play in the Jr NBA league, an initiative launched by Basketball England and the NBA to encourage grassroots participation from the start of KS3

• We offer annual trips to the USA to our sixth form students to enhance their prospects of becoming scholarship student-athletes at some of the USA’s most reputable universities

“COLA has state of the art

facilities in P.E. I have received positive teaching

and my best grades in P.E.”

- Precious (Year 10)

“The school’s PE

curriculum is excellent. We are known for our

basketball academy” - Rachael

(Year 8)

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Catering

Food and drink are vital components in students having both a healthy body and an energetic and alert mind that is ready for learning.

We are proud of our canteen and the healthy and nutritious options, for breakfast, break and lunch, provided by our professional qualified chefs. Breakfast is provided for 50p, free for FSM. Food is created fresh, from scratch, every day - without salt, additives or preservatives.

“At City of London Academy

we offer 12 different sports at KS 3, every

student leaves Y11 with a PE qualification. We are extremely proud of this”

- Mr Misiri (Associate Assistant Principal)

Healthy food may be brought from home and eaten in the dining area, but we request that you do not allow your child to bring crisps and other unhealthy foods or sugary drinks to school.

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The COLAS Library

The COLAS Library is located at the heart of the school, in ‘The Atrium’. All of our students are encouraged to read for pleasure, and for academic progress. The opening hours are 8am-5pm, Monday to Thursday and 8am-4pm on Fridays. We have a developing and engaging reading culture at COLAS. The imaginative worlds of fiction and the information within non-fiction develop information literacy; they build a range of vocabulary through exposure to language, supporting all class and homework. The learning resources of The COLAS Library are a mixture of fiction, non-fiction, graphic novels, newspapers and periodicals, alongside a new development of electronic resources for all year groups and subject areas. All of our students are welcome to visit The COLAS Library throughout the

school-day to borrow resources, and to read and work

quietly.

The library provides a supportive and calm learning

environment.

It is an inclusive space for all students of COLAS. From September 2019 there will be a new Homework Club, three times a week after-school. There will also be a new after-school book club called: ‘Books + Culture’, for all year groups where key parts of fiction and non-fiction are read as a group, alongside a student-led discussion to explore the context of the book. Our team of professional Librarians deliver a high quality experience across the school year, including events based around: World Book Day, Black History Month, International Women’s Day, National Poetry Day, and many more. Authors and other literary professionals will continue to be invited and welcomed to The COLAS Library, to enrich our students and their engagement with reading. If you have any queries about this information, please feel free to contact the Library Team on colaslibrary@cityacademy.co.uk

“Books allow you to see the world through the eyes of

others.” Author,

Malorie Blackman

Without libraries what

have we? We have no past and no

future’. Author,

Ray Bradbury

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Educational Enrichment Students at COLA-S are exposed to a plethora of enrichment opportunities which support the formal, class based curriculum. These include after school clubs but also many other opportunities including;

1. Careers – A well sequenced careers plan from Year 7-13 including Year 10 and 12 Work Experience students as well as our extensive support for Year 11 and 13 leavers.

2. Adventure Learning – we offer the Duke of Edinburgh programme as well as other overnight adventure opportunities.

3. Drop Down Days – six drop down days are run over the course of the year which cover the SRE curriculum, many public speaking events, day trips in and around London and university visits.

4. Competitions and Sports – we field

competitive boys and girls sports teams but also bring competition into many other areas of school life through the House system including chess, cooking, debating and performance arts.

5. Literacy and oracy – Every student in year 7-10 will take part in two hours of guided reading in appropriate groups. As well as the reading programme we will run the Model UN, Debate Mate and the English Speaking Board for year 7’s.

6. Cultural capital, trips and the arts – We have funding for every child to go to an evening West End Musical. In addition there will be drama productions and performance showcases. MFL and Sports groups will also go on overseas trips.

“I was nervous

about seeing them leave, but I quickly

realised the teachers running the ski trip were experienced.

The Academy ensured that each student got the very

best out of the trip” (Parent)

“Our PE teachers are

brilliant and the lessons are always engaging helping us to develop our skills. I like the fact that there is a variety of extra-curricular activities.

There is something to suit everyone”

- Joshua (Year 10)

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Learning Support Faculty

Moving on into secondary school can be an anxious time for many students. At City of London Academy, we are committed to supporting students with additional educational needs. We strive to develop every pupil holistically.

COLA offers a wide range of focussed interventions and structured support to ensure that pupils realise their potential and secure a seamless transition.

We offer a wide range from Academic to Social Activities that will help build confidence and self-esteem, leading to a fulfilling experience for all.

All students with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) have an identified experienced key worker to talk to and whom other members of staff, tutors and parents can liaise with about students’ school life, progress and achievements.

We have numerous support structures in place for any student with identified learning difficulties. These include:

• P.A.C.E Nurture Group Social• Inclusion Programmes • Pastoral Group Interventions• Language and Learning Support• Learning Mentoring • Counselling Services• Literacy and Numeracy Interventions,

including Lexia and the Numeracy Passport• Personalised curriculum• Homework Clubs• Peer Mentors

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Autistic Resource BasePupils and entry criteria

As an inclusive Academy, we are proud of our work with pupils on the Autistic Spectrum. Our provision is designed for those with the academic and social skills to cope with, and benefit from, a mainstream school whilst still needing access to a range of specialist support.

Following an integration programme and supported through an Individual Education Plan, students attending the resource base will be expected to access about 75% or more of their education through attending mainstream lessons and participating fully in school life including trips, visits and enrichment opportunities.

To apply for a place students will have:

• An Education, Health and Care Plan (EHC) of which clearly identifies that they have a disorder on the Autistic Spectrum as their prime need

• Achieved a KS2 Scaled Score of 90 or above in English and Maths

ASC pupils joining our Academy can expect a personalised educational provision to support their academic, personal and social development through a bespoke combination of mainstream and specialist provision.

Working within a safe, secure and happy environment, students will be equipped with the life and relationship skills to attain their potential.

Everyone involved in the education of students with ASC has high expectations for learning.

Students have access to a broad and balanced curriculum. This will be achieved through appropriate teaching strategies, access to a range of external services and the range of placements they need to achieve their potential.

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Parents and Community

COLA has an established PTA and believe strongly in working as a partnership with parents to ensure students aspire to reach their full potential.

COLA provides workshops for parents including: internet safety, literacy, starting up your own business, drug safety and awareness, and curriculum developments. We offer a wide range of parental support programmes.

The PTA contributes and serve our local community. We continually explore ways to support and encourage students to become good citizens. We are actively making links between home and school.

“Being a PTA member

has enabled me to contribute positively to

my community, to support teachers and the students

through a wide range of PTA activities throughout the

year” (PTA member)

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Transition We work in cooperation with local primary schools to secure a seamless transition and to support your child coming into secondary school.

It helps students’ make a smooth transition if they are reminded on a daily basis, by parents and carers, about the following:

School Hours

Students should arrive at school by 8.20 am for an 8.25am line-up for an 8.30am start. A 50p breakfast, free for FSM club starts at 7.30am for the early birds.

Uniform

The City of London Academy uniform is compulsory. All students must wear the correct uniform and observe the rules regarding hairstyle, makeup and jewellery at all times. Students who come to the Academy without the correct uniform will be sent home to change.

Planner

The planner is the main point of home-school contact. This should be with students at all times. It contains vital information and learning tools and also acts as a diary. It is designed to help plan home learning, plan work and as a record for parents regarding school activities.

Bullying

Bullying is different to friends arguing and falling out. At COLA we have a zero tolerance policy

and if parents or carers are concerned, or a child is concerned, then the Academy will act immediately.

Behaviour for Learning

We expect a very high standard of selfdiscipline at all times. We hope that by encouraging students to adopt a caring and responsible attitude this will encourage social responsibility in our community as well as the classroom. Our behaviour policy is underpinned by the Restorative Approach which sees dialogue and understanding as an essential ingredient in helping pupil moderate their own behaviour and developing skills that will make them respectful members of society.

Wellbeing

We put the wellbeing of our students, teachers and community at the heart of everything we do. We offer counselling to targeted parents and students and promote healthy lifestyles through our curriculum and extra-curricular and extra-curricular activities.

Joining Us

The City of London Academy has an agreed admission number of 240 pupils in Year seven. This includes 10% of pupils admitted through the Business and Enterprise Specialism aptitude assessment.

All applicants are required to complete their Local Authority Common Application Form by the stated deadline set by your Local Education Authority.

For more information, visit our admissions page from our website:

www.cityacademy.co.uk

e-mail: info@cityacademy.co.uk

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