Welcome

Welcome to Whitley Academy “Be the best you can be” Purpose of this evening To welcome you to Whitley Academy To meet key members of the team that supports your child’s transition to Whitley Academy To meet your child’s tutor To answer any questions you may have

Year 7 Key staff Miss Bloom – Assistant Vice Principal (SLG link to Yr 7) Miss McCoy - Year 7 Pastoral Support & Progress Manager Year 7 Tutors: Miss Routledge (7KRO) Mrs Daniel (7LDA) Mr Samuels (7LSA) Mrs Wilson (7JWI) Mrs Anderton (7JAN) Miss Bibby (7RBI) Miss Reynolds & Miss Smith (7ERE) Mrs Adekanmbi – Teaching Assistant Mrs Shellard – Teaching Assistant Mrs Winterburn – Assistant SENCO

The School Day On site at 8.45, first lesson start at 8.50 2 lessons before break, 2 after break, lunchtime/assembly/tutor period, 2 lessons after lunch Enrichment on Monday (finish at 4.10) Finish at 3.10 (Tuesday – Friday)

Expectations for Uniform Whitley Academy blazer Collared white shirt (tucked in) Whitley Academy tie Black trousers / skirt (reasonable length) Black shoes (All black, no trainers) A large school bag (no handbags) For all optional items and PE kit please check the parent’s information guide Uniform is available to order on the school website (collection from School office), available from Andy Blair shop in town or visit school office from 7th August to 1st September between 10am-2pm

Expectations for Uniform Jewellery should be kept to a minimum (one chain, studs or small sleepers in ears, no body piercings, one ring. Jewellery must be removed for PE lessons. If hair is dyed it should be one colour and not bright colours such as pink, blue etc. No make-up should be worn.

Mobile Phones Can be brought in to school Should only be used at break or lunch If you are found to be using your phone in lessons it will be confiscated. You are responsible for looking after your phone

Being Ready to Learn Check timetable and equipment Sleep Breakfast Punctuality Uniform and Equipment: Pens Pencils Ruler Planner Rubber Calculator PE kit

Classroom Expectations Be prepared for lessons Listen carefully Show respect Help ourselves and others to learn Be responsible for our own learning environment Present our work neatly Be the Best you can Be!

Homework Opportunities to review and reinforce classwork Preparation for future lessons Improves thinking skills Application of skills Creates resilience Promotes time management Creates independence Improves memory Improves student’s progress and attainment 30 minutes – 45 minutes every night

Attendance All students should aim for 100% attendance, (96%+ is very good) Attendance is monitored robustly – expect to be contacted if your child’s attendance becomes a concern. 80% is 1 day off a week (nearly 8 school weeks off) We don’t encourage and cannot authorise holidays in term time. Holidays taken during term time may result in a Fixed Penalty Notice. Rewards for tutor group and individuals with excellent or improved attendance.

Behaviour For Learning Rewards Consequences Verbal praise Comments in planner Enterprise points Letters and Postcards Certificates Phone calls home Rewards trips 1st Warning (verbal) C1 name on board C2 Teacher sanction C3 Detention C4 Withdrawal from lesson in department or with the Inclusion team.

Support The Base Inclusion SEN Mentoring Success card (positive reinforcement, rewards) Circle Time Support Groups Counselling SEN Literacy Numeracy Group Work

Year 7 Residential Book Tonight in Form Rooms! Manor Adventure: Monday 20th November - Wednesday 22nd November 2017.

SUMMER SCHOOL Monday 7th to Wednesday 9th August 9.30 am - 2 pm 35 places available on a first come, first served basis

Important Dates Start of Autumn Term – Wednesday 6th September 2017 Settling in Evening - Thursday 19th October 2017 (provisional) Manor Adventure - Mon 20th November to Wednesday 22nd November 2017 Academic Review Day - Thursday 8th March 2018 (provisional)

We look forward to seeing you again on Wednesday 6th September After Tutor Meetings Refreshments in Canteen Manor Adventure Deposits Senior Team, SEN and Opening Minds staff available for questions We look forward to seeing you again on Wednesday 6th September

G18 - 7KRO G20 - 7LSA G08A - 7JAN G08 - 7LDA F08A - 7RBI F08 - 7JWI Now: (Please remember, groups are subject to change based on new SATs Data) G18 - 7KRO G20 - 7LSA G08A  - 7JAN G08 - 7LDA F08A - 7RBI F08 - 7JWI F07 – 7ERE G07 - SEN