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Welcome to Year 7

I would like to welcome you to Churchdown School. I am very much

looking forward to working with you all over the next academic year.

I know starting Secondary School and indeed Induction Day, can be

a nervous occasion but please be assured that everyone feels the

same, you are not alone! There are lots of staff and students here to

help so please, ask us if there is something you would like to know.

Today focuses on you starting your journey here with us at

Churchdown. You will find out about the wonderful opportunities on

offer to you at Secondary School as well as understand our high

expectations. You will meet your tutor and other members of your

tutor group. This is a fantastic opportunity to start to meet new

people and become part of our 'Churchdown Family'.

I hope that you all have a wonderful summer and we look forward to

welcoming you back in September with a positive mind-set and the

determination to reach your potential.

Miss Hicks

Head of Year 7 - RLH@churchdownschool.com

Tutors

C1 - Mr Davis - snd@churchdownschool.com

H1 - Miss Elliot - cae@churchdownschool.com

C2 - Mr Mason - mpm@churchdownschool.com

H2 - Miss Lee - ysl@churchdownschool.com

E1 - Mr Treagus - atr@churchdownschool.com

K1 - Miss Jenkins - klj@churchdownschool.com

E2 - Mrs Church - pac@churchdownschool.com

K2 - Miss Medway - rem@churchdownschool.com

E3 - Miss Harris - reh@churchdownschool.com

K3 - Mr Ascham - wpa@churchdownschool.com

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What do I bring on the first day of term? On Wednesday 6th September meet in the playground at 8.30am.

Please bring with you:

This booklet

A pencil case containing pens, pencils, pencil sharpener, a rubber, a ruler, coloured pencils

A school bag

A packed lunch or money for the snack bar

Wear full school uniform

£5 for a locker key (refundable when the key is returned at the end of the summer term)

Please make sure that all of your possessions are labelled.

What equipment will I need? As well as your bag and pencil case you will need special equipment

for certain subjects. All your equipment must be clearly labelled.

You will need the following:

English: Pocket dictionary (or a combined thesaurus/dictionary)

Maths: Basic four-function calculator, compass and 30cm ruler

Technology: It would be useful to have: a long ruler, scissors, glue stick (Pritt), calculator, and coloured pencils

Modern Languages: French, Spanish or German pocket dictionary - Oxford or Collins dictionary recommended to be confirmed in September.

Art & Design: A drawing book. This can be purchased from your art teacher

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What do I wear - Churchdown Uniform? Trousers and blue shirts can be purchased from a retailer of your choice

or via www.brigadeuniformdirect.uk.com

Boys

School blazer with badge (only available from school)

Charcoal grey trousers (no patterned materials, cords, denims or jeans)

House tie (only available from school)

Blue shirt

Plain black socks

Black, traditional school shoes (of plain colour, not trainers; laces to be the same colour as the shoes)

Smart outdoor school coat (no hoodies)

V-necked school-edition pullover (optional - only available from school)

House scarf (optional - only available from school)

PE Kit

Navy/sky reversible rugby shirt

Navy/sky polo shirt

Navy/sky shorts

Navy/sky rugby socks

Navy/sky hooded or quarter zip top (optional)

All the above can be purchased from school

Short white sport socks

Trainers (no black soles)

Football boots

Towel (optional)

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Girls

School blazer with badge (only available from school)

Knee-length charcoal grey school skirt (only available from school)

Charcoal grey tailored trousers (alternative to skirt - no patterned materials, cords, denims, jeans or leggings)

House tie (only available from school)

Blue shirt

Plain black socks or black tights

Black, traditional school shoes (of plain colour, not trainers; laces to be the same colour as the shoes)

Smart outdoor school coat (no hoodies)

V-necked school-edition pullover (optional - only available from school)

House scarf (optional - only available from school)

Girls PE Kit

Navy/sky hooded or quarter zip top

Navy/sky polo shirt

Navy/sky shorts or navy/sky skort

Navy/sky hockey socks

All the above can be purchased from school

Trainers (no black soles)

Football boots

Towel (optional)

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What will my timetable be like?

You will get your timetable on your first day. It will show you where

you should be at what time, the subject you will have and who is

teaching you for that lesson. Your timetable runs over two weeks –

Week A and Week B.

What will happen about homework?

Homework is set for all students in the school.

You will be given a House Diary in which to write down your

homework.

You will be given login details for Showmyhomework so that you

can see your homework on line.

Try to do your homework the night it is set if possible.

Where do I put my bag and equipment?

You will be able to hire a locker to keep your books and equipment in.

Remember to keep this locked so only you can use it.

How do I make myself organised for other days?

Check your timetable and pack your school bag the night before and

use your house diary to have the equipment you need for the next

day.

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What do I do if I’m ill or unable to attend school?

If you are away from school for any reason your parent/carer must

report your absence on EACH DAY OF ABSENCE by leaving a

message on the school’s absence line by 8.30am. This is accessed

through the school’s telephone number: 01452 713340 - option 1

Alternatively, you can inform us by emailing:

attendance@churchdownschool.com

If you are unwell at school you should see your tutor or Year Head,

who may decide to send you to the Welfare Assistant. You should

NOT go to the Welfare Assistant without permission from a teacher.

What do I do if I’m late?

Enter school through reception and go to Student Services and sign

in.

What do I do if I need to go out of school for an

appointment?

If you need to leave school, your parents/carers must write a note in

your house diary. Before leaving school you must sign out at Student

Services and be collected from reception by your parent / carer (They

will need to bring their ID with them).

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House System The House structure aims to further promote student achievement as well as

contribute to the development of young people who are equipped to participate

in a dynamic society. We will acknowledge and reward this endeavour shown

by our students in the form of House points.

There are four houses. King, Hillary, Cavell and Edison. These names have

been carefully chosen as they reflect such strong values and achievement.

The House system will provide great opportunities for all students to receive

house points in lessons, in a House event or by demonstrating positive values

or achievement throughout school. They will earn that point for their House as

well as themselves.

CAVELL - Bravery, Ambition, Selflessness

Edith Cavell (1865-1915) was a British nurse. She is celebrated for saving the

lives of soldiers from both sides without discrimination during the First World

War, for which she was arrested. She was accused of treason, found guilty by

a court-martial and sentenced to death.

EDISON - Light up the World!

Thomas Edison (1847-1931) was an American inventor and businessman. He

developed many devices that greatly influenced life around the world, including

the phonograph, the motion picture camera, and the long-lasting, practical

electric light bulb.

HILLARY - Don’t let a mountain stand in front of what you want to achieve

Edmund Hillary (1919-2008) was a New Zealand mountaineer, explorer and

philanthropist. On 29 May 1953, Hillary and Nepalese Sherpa mountaineer

Tenzing Norgay became the first climbers to reach the summit of Mount

Everest.

KING - Dreaming Believing Achieving

Martin Luther King Jr (1929-1968) was an American Baptist minister and

activist, who was a leader in the African-American Civil Rights Movement. He

is best known for his role in the advancement of civil rights using nonviolent

civil disobedience based on his Christian beliefs.

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What is my house diary for?

To help you get organised!

To keep a record of your homework and when it is due in.

To remind you of your timetable, uniform and School Expectations.

To provide a contact between teachers, tutors, your parents/carers and you.

How do I use my house diary?

Fill in your personal details. Your parents need to sign the first page and put in emergency contact numbers.

Fill in your timetable. Your tutor will help you do this.

Read all the information on Churchdown School expectations and uniform.

Record all your homework in the right place. Your teachers will help you to do this.

When you get home always check your house diary to see what homework you will need to do.

Use your house diary to help you bring the right equipment to school- if a lesson or subject need special equipment make a note of this.

Always show your house diary to your parents at least once a week and ask a parent/carer to sign it. Your tutor will inform you of the day your planner needs to be signed by.

Check your house diary for information at lunch and break times.

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KS3 HOUSE POINTS

Teachers award house points by giving students a stamp in their

House Diary in recognition of the quality of their work or their effort.

Rewards points can be exchanged for rewards in the rewards shop.

There are termly Praise Assemblies and rewards are also given out

for good attendance three times a year.

Students will receive additional recognition at the following points:

POINTS REWARDS

Tutor Award

50 points

Certificate in assembly

Postcard home from tutor

Bronze

100 points

Certificate in assembly

Letter home from Head of Year

Silver

150 points

Certificate in assembly

Letter home from Assistant Headteacher

Gold

200 points

Certificate in assembly

Letter home from Headteacher

Platinum

250 points

Certificate in assembly

Letter home from Chair of Governors

Most points in

their Year

Group at end

of each term

Certificate in assembly

Letter home from Headteacher & Chair of Governors

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House Points

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Top Tips from Current y7s

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What clubs and activities will there be? There are a lot of activities to get involved in at Churchdown School

and we will expect you to join at least one club. Here is a list of a few

of them:

IT workshops

Art & Design workshops

Maths workshops

Stem Club

Netball, Rugby, Football, Tennis, Athletics, Rounders, Cricket, Badminton, Aerobics, Dance and Basketball clubs available in the PE department

Geography Club

Drama Club

World Drumming Group, Guitar Ensemble and Singing are available in the Music Department

There will also be Homework Clubs to help you with your work

On Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays buses will be provided at 4.15pm for those who stay for after school activities

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What did I find out?

My new tutor group is............................................................................

My tutor is ............................................................................................

My Assistant Head of year is.................................................................

My Head of Year is ..................................….........................................

My Head of House is ............................................................................

What must I remember? ........................................................……….

What do I need to bring on my first day?

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What time should I arrive at?.................................................................

What did I think?

List the things you have enjoyed so far:

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List the things you are looking forward to:

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Try and complete all of these tasks over the summer

holiday: Send a postcard to your tutor telling them about your summer holiday.

Tutor’s Name, Tutor Group

Churchdown School, Winston Road,Churchdown, GL3 2RB

Tell at least 3 people what House you are in. Can you remember the

names of all four Houses and their colours?

Make sure your PE kit is ready and everything is labelled.

Pack your pencil case and include 2 black or blue pens, at least 1

different coloured pen, a pencil, a rubber and a ruler.

Write down 3 rules that you learned on Induction Day.

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2.

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Look at your map - can you still find your tutor room?

Tell someone in your house about three people you met on

Induction Day.

On the 6th September arrive at school with perfect uniform, a smile

on your face and be ready to work hard. Find a friendly face in the

playground and look out for your Form Tutor.

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