Welcome to The John of Gaunt School

‘Creating an irresistible climate for achievement’ Vision statement: ‘Creating an irresistible climate for achievement’ We challenge, support & encourage every student to achieve their potential. We believe effort and dedication lead to success and we raise aspirations. We personalise our provision to meet the needs of individuals. We enable our students to flourish as confident learners and leaders of our community. We create a culture where all stakeholders feel valued, supported and proud. We work collaboratively to improve outcomes for our students and support other schools to improve.

Key Staff Year 7 Team Mr Gunston Headteacher Mrs Kerr Assistant Headteacher, Inclusion & Safeguarding Mr Spiers Assistant Headteacher, Behaviour, Ethos & Transition Mrs Marshall SENDCo Mrs Hill Pastoral Manager Year 7 Team Mrs Addison Head of Year 7 Mrs D Powell Assistant Head of Year 7 Mrs S Stewart Year 7 Pastoral Assistant

YEAR 7 TUTORS Miss C Parkes Mr A Bilsdon Mrs H Brooks Miss E Wood Mr S Carter Mrs M Gibbs Miss E Stoneham

Year 7 Curriculum Subject Number of hours per fortnight English 7 Maths Science 6 Geography 3 History 4 RE 2 Spanish PE Computing Design & Technology Art Drama Music Citizenship 1 Literacy Students follow a 2 week timetable – 50 x 1 hour lessons over the fortnight. Some students will receive additional support in maths & English. + extra-curricular activities.

Key dates: Friday 1st September (optional) tour of the school before term starts Tuesday 5th September - start of term Thursday 21st September - Yr7 parents’ information evening Thursday 12th October - Yr7 parents’ tutor evening Thursday 22nd March – Yr7 subject evening Yr7 tracking dates: 1. Tuesday 31st October 2. Tuesday 5th December 3. Monday 5th February 4. Tuesday 12th June 5. Monday 9th July - Reports – May half term

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Welcome Friends of The John of Gaunt School Student Leadership Team