1. Cardinal Wiseman Catholic SCHOOL Omnia Pro Christo

2. Your child is a valued and safe member of our school community.
Your child will be able to achieve their full potential academically, socially and spiritually.
We will alert you if we have any concerns about your child and we will be available for you should you have any concerns or queries that you wish to discuss. CS

3. Contacts Drop-in sessions every morning Phone or email Monthly Mail
Website
Progress reports every term
Parents’ Evenings CS

4. Secondary school is where pupils discover what particular talent and passion they have; what job or role is going to make them happy and then we start them on their path to brilliance. The journeys they will make are their own; the learning is theirs but we will walk with them and enable them to be their best in every aspect of themselves. CS

5. Support US in supporting YOU
This is what we ask of you……..
Support US in supporting YOU CS

6. Attend all Parents’ Consultation evenings.
Ensure that the school has current addresses and contact numbers and in case of emergency additional contacts that can be called.
Attend all Parents’ Consultation evenings. CS

7. Child Protection and Safeguarding
Summary of Child Protection Information
We are committed to the highest standards in protecting & safeguarding the children entrusted to our care.
Our school will support all children by: 
· Promoting a caring , safe and positive environment
· Encouraging self-esteem and self-assertiveness
· Effectively tackling bullying and harassment AB

8. Child Protection and Safeguarding
Summary of Child Protection Information
In order to protect our children, we aim to:
Create an atmosphere where all our children feel secure, valued and listened to
Recognise signs and symptoms of abuse
Respond quickly, appropriately and effectively to cases of suspected abuse AB

9. Child Protection and Safeguarding
Summary of Child Protection Information   
Everyone working with our children, their parents and carers should be aware that their role is to:
Listen and note carefully any observations which could indicate abuse
Not to attempt to investigate once the initial concern is raised
Refer to the Designated Senior Lead (DSL) immediately
Contact the Head or the Deputy DSP if the DSP is not available
Remember disclosures of abuse or harm from children may be made at any time
If anything worries you or concerns you,
report it straight away AB

10. Attitude to Learning at Cardinal
Dr Beavan (Assistant Headteacher)
Behaviour and Safety are good at our school.
We aim to work together as a community (pupils, staff, parents/carers) to achieve the very best!
To do this we must not only develop the whole child but also expect the very best in all things. LB

11. Achieving the best You want We say
Your child to be happy, safe and to do well at school
To be ‘kept in the loop’
To be able to speak with someone when there is an issue
To be a valued part of our learning community
Our procedures are designed to secure the very best for each child
We will keep you informed (by meetings, phonecalls, texts and letters)
Our website and induction information will show you how to contact staff
We want to work with all parents and carers! LB

12. Our expectations
All should show respect to each other and seek help if there is an issue
Children should meet their attendance target and arrive on time each day
Children should be ‘prepared to learn’ each day – uniform, equipment, kit, attitude
Children should take an active role in their lessons and never disrupt learning LB

13. Dr Beavan’s top tips for parents
Experience shows that two things lead to more issues at schools around the country than any other issue.
The use of mobile phones (an other electronic devices)
The use of social media (Whatsapp, Snapchat, facebook)
At Cardinal Wiseman we do not allow the use of either during learning time. Parents and carers should be aware of the issues that mobiles and social media can cause – then supervise accordingly (I know I do!). Please do not allow issues to come into school. LB

14. Cardinal Wiseman – a Catholic School
Catholic means universal
We welcome all faiths and none
Celebration is a key feature of the catholic life of our school
This includes assemblies, services and particularly mass
All are times to think, reflect and celebrate our achievements CS

15. Chaplaincy A key feature of our school is the chaplaincy team
They will provide support for your child alongside their teachers CS

16. Raising Standards Leader
Miss Kelly SK

17. Head of Year
Miss Awome SK

18. Expectations Perfect behaviour in lessons and around school
96%+ attendance. Excellent punctuality.
To put 100% effort in your work in school and at home
Always try your best
Attend clubs to further your knowledge and experiences
Communicate any issues so they can be sorted quickly
Treat others how you would like to be treated
Be kind and respectful SK

19. Head of Year Miss Awome Will:
Be pro-active with parental communication
Be an active presence to support year 7 pupils
Be approachable
Work with your child to help them to achieve their best
Allow your child to develop as an individual and guide them to success SK

20. The Bridge
Year 6
Year 7 SK

21. Transition Mr Beckett (Assistant Head – responsible for transition)
Met with Year 6 pupils and teachers
Detailed information about each child from their Year 6 teachers – transition forms
Additional meetings and tours of Cardinal Wiseman for pupils who need extra support with transition AB

22. Transition Induction Day Wednesday 5th July Primary school uniform
Snack and lunch will be provided
Pencil case and school bag
Bottle of water
Arrive at 8.40am – go to reception
Mass at 2.10 in the hall
Finish at 3.10 AB

23. Term Starts Tuesday 5th September 8.45am Pupils to bring their:
Year 6 English and Maths book
School bag with stationary
Full school uniform AB

24. Things to do this evening:
Ensure that you complete all of the Pupil Information Forms – these must be checked by a member of staff
Speak to a member of the Senior Leadership Team or Miss Kelly (Raising Standards Leader for Years 7 and 8)
If your child has Special Education Needs or your child has English as an Additional Language – visit the LSC
Purchase school uniform from Clive Marks
Purchase a school tie and badge AB