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Bishop Luffa School
Bishop Luffa Close
Chichester
West Sussex
PO19 3LT
T 01243 787741
F 01243 531807
www.bishopluffa.org.uk
Print and design: Captiv8
www.captiv8uk.co.uk 01892 611500
Ofsted report, November 2008
“Pupils shared their immense pride at
being at Bishop Luffa, and said, ‘We’re
like a big community: we all work
together and take in each other’s views.’”
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From the
Headteacher...
I am proud to welcome you
to Bishop Luffa School.
We aim to foster the
intellectual, social, creative,
physical, moral and spiritual
development of all our pupils.
We see each child as a unique
person with a God-given
individual identity.
We strive to help children learn
to live together in harmony, and
to co-operate in working for
the common good, not just for
themselves. We recognise that
only in giving due importance
to moral and spiritual
development can the child
grow into a mature adult.
Our curriculum and pastoral
arrangements are not an end
in themselves. They are a
means to develop our pupils
into whole, happy and welleducated people.
This is an enterprise that
involves co-operation
between the pupil, school,
home, church, and the wider
community. Each of us has a
vital part to play in realising our
motto, “Only the best – and
everyone matters”.
Mr Nick Taunt MA (Oxon)
“The school’s Christian ethos
permeates every aspect of its work.”
Ofsted report, November 2008
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What sort of school
is Bishop Luffa?
Bishop Luffa is a mixed,
11-18 Church of England
comprehensive school. Its
Voluntary Aided status ensures
that we maintain its character
as a church school with a
strong, confident, outwardlooking Christian ethos.
As a Technology College, our
pupils have a rich and diverse
experience of Mathematics,
Science, ICT and Technology,
set within a broad, balanced
and increasingly personalised
curriculum, enhanced by strong
partnerships with local business
and industry.
The Artsmark Award celebrates
our commitment to art, dance,
drama, music, media and
original writing, in partnership
with arts organisations and
artists.
As a Leading Edge School,
we are nationally recognised
as having expertise to share
with other schools, in our
pastoral care and mentoring,
our provision for gifted and
talented pupils, and our
development of thinking and
learning skills.
Our Sportsmark award
celebrates the quality and range
of our sports activities, within
and beyond the curriculum.
As an Investor in People,
our commitment to raising
standards for our pupils
is linked directly to the
professional development and
training of our staff.
“This school is creative, dynamic and
reflective in how it organises and plans
future developments.”
Ofsted report, November 2008
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PARENT COMMENT
My son has just
finished his second
year in the Sixth
Form and is all set
to start university
in September...
I would like to
thank you and
your staff for
your contribution
to producing a
young man I am
extremely proud of.
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PARENT COMMENT
The standard of
drama was superb,
and astonishing,
given it is all the
work of the pupils.
I think this is a
reflection of the
confidence, as
well as tuition,
that Bishop Luffa
School seems to
imbibe its pupils
with. I had a real
sense, last night,
that every pupil,
no matter where
their strengths lie,
has an opportunity
to grow into every
inch of their skin
and achieve their
potential.
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What does being a
church school mean?
The school was founded in
1963 to provide a Christian
education for the children of
Chichester and the surrounding
area. As a church school we
ensure that worship is at
the centre of school life and
Religious Education is a key
component of our curriculum.
But being a church school
means more than that. It has
a noticeable influence on
the quality of relationships
in the school, so that visitors
frequently comment on its
calm and happy atmosphere.
It also means that we set our
pupils the highest standards
in all aspects of school life
and expect them to achieve
their best, irrespective of their
background or ability.
Although the Church of
England, through the
governors, controls the
character of the school, children
of parents of all Christian
denominations are welcome to
attend the school.
What about children of nonchurch families?
The governors offer 20
community places each year to
children who live in Chichester.
These places are intended for
families with either no links or
very loose links with a church.
“Standards are exceptionally high. There is
a sharp focus on developing pupils’ thinking
and learning skills, and ensuring innovative
learning experiences.”
Ofsted report, November 2008
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Where do our
pupils come from?
We draw our pupils from
Chichester itself and a wide
area of West Sussex that
covers the three deaneries of
Chichester, Arundel & Bognor,
and Westbourne. We take
children from independent as
well as primary and middle
schools. A list of applicants
on record is maintained
for all year groups.
“Pupils work and play hard because of the high expectations
set. Consequently their behaviour, attitudes and personal
development are exemplary and are a mark of the
excellent care, guidance and support they receive.”
Ofsted report, November 2008
How are individual
pupils cared for?
Each child, on entering the
school, becomes a member of
one of the eight Houses of the
school and joins a Tutor Group.
competitions in sport and the
House Drama festival - in which
House plays are directed by
members of the Sixth Form.
The House system, a
cornerstone of the school,
provides a great sense of
belonging and helps each
child to feel secure. Pupils
are involved in inter-House
The Tutor and Head of House
share the pastoral care and
closely monitor the attainment,
progress and well-being of
each pupil.
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PARENT COMMENT
As a parent...
one never knows
if what we are
doing for our
children is for the
best, but I can say
hand on heart that
sending our girls to
Bishop Luffa was
the best we could
have possibly done
for them.
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May we take this
opportunity to
thank you and the
staff for the years
the boys have
enjoyed at Bishop
Luffa. It has
been an excellent
school and we
hope we can find
a similar standard
of school in our
new surroundings.
Thank you.
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What is our
Sixth Form like?
The Sixth Form develops further
our students’ interests, abilities
and horizons, and equips them
with the skills and qualities
they need for further success.
Students work hard, and their
progress is closely tracked and
supported by teachers and
tutors. We challenge students
to set targets for their own
performance, and encourage
them from early on to plan
their course of action after the
Sixth Form.
They take part in a wide range
of extra-curricular activities and
take a leading role in school
activities. For example, Sixth
Form students raise thousands
of pounds annually organising
a Charity Week and Fashion
Show. Most members of the
Sixth Form also take part in
community service organised
by Outset Youth Action, a
local charity. We feel that
our students mature in an
atmosphere that encourages
independence and selfreliance, whilst emphasising the
importance of help and support
within the community.
“The Sixth Form is outstanding. Standards
are exceptionally high and reflect the very
high quality provision.”
Ofsted report, November 2008
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Beyond the
classroom
Sport
Pupils play a very wide range of
sports, including Hockey, Rugby,
Soccer, Netball, Basketball,
Volleyball, Cricket, Rounders,
Stoolball, Tennis, Cross country,
Badminton, Climbing and
Table Tennis. The MUGA keeps
pupils active in all weathers.
Our annual Sports Day and
House sports stimulate fierce
loyalties and high competition,
and our young sports leaders
are enthusiastic, running sports
with primary school children.
Many pupils represent the
County and some have gone on
to play for England.
Duke of Edinburgh
award scheme
Each year about 30 pupils gain
their Bronze, 20 their Silver,
and 10 their Gold awards.
The wide variety of extracurricular activities enriches the
curriculum for many pupils.
Music and drama
Housed in the newly-built
Creative Arts Centre, pupils
enjoy two choirs, an orchestra,
brass group, swing band,
concert band, numerous
ensembles and a barber shop
group. They perform in three
or four concerts and recitals
a year as well as services in
the Cathedral, including the
annual Carol Service. There
is at least one annual school
play or musical; the annual
House Drama Festival and the
Drama Club offer many other
opportunities to perform.
Other extra-curricular
activities
A whole host of clubs and
societies meets at lunchtimes
and after school. We encourage
pupils to work together in
raising money for various
charities – each House chooses
and supports its own charity
throughout the year. Regular
French and German exchanges,
ski trips, field studies and
numerous other visits further
enrich the curriculum. We
publish poetry and prose
magazines and the Library
conducts its own Book awards
attended by a professional
writer. Pupils’ writing has
regularly appeared in the
national press.
“Pupils enthused about the numerous extra
activities from rock climbing to Christian Union,
and residential trips from the Isle of Wight to
Iceland. The outstanding curriculum confirms the
school’s resolve to secure the best learning and
enrichment opportunities for its pupils”
Ofsted report, November 2008
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PARENT COMMENT
One of the things
I most appreciate
about the school
is that the pupils
are not afraid
to achieve in
whatever aspect
of life they excel,
and that all their
achievements and
personal qualities
are recognized and
celebrated.
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How active
is our PFA?
Our parents play a key role in
the school’s success. We are
fortunate in having a supportive
and lively Parents and Friends
Association that helps to raise
money for the school and also
enables parents to meet each
other socially. Many parents
contribute regularly through the
PFA’s Gift Aid scheme.
“The very strong links with parents
and the church are integral features
of this school.”
Ofsted report, November 2008
How do I find
out more?
Detailed information and latest news about the school is
available on our website: www.bishopluffa.org.uk.
Further information about
admissions may be obtained
from the Admissions
Secretary, who will also make
arrangements if you wish to
visit the school.
Each year the school holds an
Open Evening in October. This
is the best way for all parents
and prospective pupils to make
their initial visit to the school.
“This is an outstanding school.”
Ofsted report, November 2008
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Chichester
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Bishop Luffa School
Bishop Luffa Close
Chichester
West Sussex
PO19 3LT
T 01243 787741
F 01243 531807
www.bishopluffa.org.uk
Print and design: Captiv8
www.captiv8uk.co.uk 01892 611500
Ofsted report, November 2008
“Pupils shared their immense pride at
being at Bishop Luffa, and said, ‘We’re
like a big community: we all work
together and take in each other’s views.’”
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