focus school - Hornby Campus

FOCUS SCHOOL – HORNBY CAMPUS
PROSPECTUS 2015-2016
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School information
Welcome
Ethos
Map of the school location
History of the school
The team
School life
 School times
 Uniform
 House system
 Enrichment
 Field trips
 Fund raising
 School holidays
Curriculum and Examination results
Admissions, complaints & policies
SEND
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School Information
Focus School – Hornby Campus
Melling Road
Hornby
Lancaster
LA2 8LH
Tel:
015242 22159
Fax: 015242 21385
Name of Campus Administrators (CA):
Mr E Fishwick / Mr C Simpson / Mr A Trevvett / Mr S Whiley
Chair of Trust:
Mr E Fishwick
015242 22159
Focus School – Hornby Campus, Melling Road, Hornby, Lancaster, LA2 8LH
[email protected]
www.hornby.focus-school.com
Name of Primary Manager (Primary Trustee):
Mr C Simpson
Affiliated to Focus Learning Trust
Charity Reg No:
1099725
FOCUS number:
214
DfE number:
888/6054
Status:
Independent
Age range of students:
Name of Head Teacher (HT):
Mrs Louisa Carter-Davies BSC(Hons) MA
Proprietor:
Whinfield Study Trust
Registered Charity 1072370
7 – 18
Number on roll (full-time students):
KS2
KS3
KS4
KS5
Total
Boys
16
11
6
5
38
Girls
20
20
8
5
53
015242 22159
All enquiries during term time and school hours:
The School Secretary:
Mrs Heather Bowker 015242 22159
Total
36
31
14
10
91
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Welcome to Hornby Campus
Our school is located on edge of Hornby village in the beautiful Lune
Regular reports on the progress and attainment of students are sent home
Valley. We have excellent communication links being just minutes from
and parents are invited to come and discuss their children’s progress at
the M6 and located just off the A638 Lancaster to Kirkby Lonsdale road.
various points throughout the year.
The school has been modernised and re-furbished to a high standard and
We strive at all times for excellence in all that we do and I hope that this
we are constantly improving the learning environment for our students.
prospectus will give you a flavour of what we are achieving at Hornby.
We have over 11 acres of school grounds containing grass and all weather
pitches for sports and recreation, a poly tunnel and nature pond, purpose
built Science, Design Technology and Food Technology suites alongside
our classrooms, SDL area and ICT suites which all have views across the
stunning Lune Valley.
Our results are significantly above the national average and we strive
constantly to produce mature and responsible students following the
Focus motto of ‘Learning to Learn’.
The high quality facilities and location have resulted in the school
attracting staff that are of an equally high quality and from whom we
expect the highest levels of commitment to teaching and learning.
Parents are encouraged to take an interest in all aspects of their children’s
education and we aim to foster a working relationship with parents where
communication is open and frequent.
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Ethos
At Hornby Campus, students are encouraged to develop their full potential
Hornby has a very special atmosphere of calm and purposeful study, the
and acquire the discipline of learning how to learn, while upholding
students are encouraged to develop skills of self-directed learning with an
Christian teachings and beliefs. We are registered as an independent
emphasis on delivering an education that caters for each individual
school of special religious character.
students’ needs and nurtures the skill and attitudes that leads them to
fulfillment of their potential.
The truth and authority of the Holy Bible and the strong family values
underpin the commitment of the school to provide a quality education in a
safe, secure and caring environment.
Values
In coming to Hornby Campus each student, parent and staff member is
expected to uphold the values of the School which include:
✓ Integrity – uprightness, honesty and decorous conduct
✓ Care & Compassion – kindness, consideration and generosity to all;
✓ Respect – for all people, property, opinions and authority;
✓ Responsibility – for our actions, progress and the environment; and
✓ Commitment – to self-discipline and the pursuit of excellence.
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Focus School – Hornby Campus
Location
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History of the School
Focus school Hornby has occupied the current site since September 2011
Although we were in many ways sad to leave the Whinfield site, as it had
and caters for the children from the Brethren communities of Lancaster,
provided a quality education for many students, we jumped at the
Preston and Liverpool. Previously the school was located at Oak House in
opportunity to purchase the Hornby site which had previously been a
Leyland and was known as Whinfield; the name coming from the previous
county council secondary school and came with many facilities that we
site where the first school was situated on Whinfield Lane in Preston.
only dreamt about at Whinfield.
The school was purchased in early 2011 and completely re-furbished at
considerable expense in terms of money and more importantly in
volunteer time to deliver to us an outstanding educational facility where
students have every opportunity to fulfil their potential
By 2011 the site at Leyland had become too restrictive and lacked the play
areas and sports facilities that a rapidly expanding school population
required.
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The Team
Teaching Staff
Name
Qualifications
Position
Mrs L Carter-Davies
BSc (Hons), PGCE, QTS, MA
Mrs Z Neesham
BA (Hons), PGCE, QTS
Mrs C Hartley
BA (Hons), PGCE, QTS
Mrs F Thornton
Ms S Ingram
Mrs D Revell
Mr M Sweeney
Miss S Cooke
Mrs R Clegg
Miss L Boothman
Mr J Forber
Mrs J Lowery
Mr G Atkinson
Mr N Klein
Mrs N Bunter
Mrs L Dickinson
Mr I Williams
BSc (Hons), PGCE, QTS, MSc
BSc, PGCE, QTS
BA (Hons), PGCE, QTS, PG dip
BA (Hons) PGCE, QTS
BA (Hons)
BSc (Hons), MSc, PGCE, QTS
BA (Hons), PGCE, QTS
BEd (Hons) QTS
BEd(Hons), QTS
BSc (Hons), Cert Ed
BSc (Hons), PGCE, QTS
BSc (Hons), PGCE, QTS
BA (Hons), PGCE, QTS
BA (Hons), Cert Ed
Head Teacher
Teacher of Science
Deputy Head Teacher
Teacher of History
Director of Student Learning: KS5 Learning Leader
Teacher of English
KS4 Learning Leader and Exams Officer
KS2 Learning Leader
Teacher of English & E learning leader
Teacher of Design Technology and Art
Teacher of Music
Primary Class Teacher
Primary Class Teacher
Teacher of Maths
Teacher of PE & SENDco
Teacher of PE and H&S Officer
Teacher of ICT
Teacher of Food and Science
Teacher of Geography
Teacher of French
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Support Staff
Name
Qualifications
Position
Mrs T Massey
TA NVQ Level 3
LS Coordinator (Juniors)
Mrs S Murby
TA NVQ Level 3
LS Assistant
School Secretary
Mrs H Bowker
Regular Volunteer Teachers
Name
Position
Mrs H Pringle
Textiles coach
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School Life
School Times – 2015/2016
8.45am - 8.55am
Registration
8.55am - 9.45am
Period 1
9.45am – 10.35am
Period 2
10.35am – 10.55am
Break
10.55am – 11.45am
Period 3
11.45am – 12.35pm
Period 4
12.35pm – 1.15pm
Lunch
1.15pm – 2.05pm
Period 5
2.05pm – 2.55pm
Period 6
Tuesdays and Thursdays only
2.55pm – 3.45pm
Enrichment
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Uniform
Uniform at Hornby Campus is compulsory. The Academy School wear
range for Focus schools has been developed to provide a total package. It
is therefore expected that the ranges will be implemented in its entirety
and not mixed and matched with alternative items. The main garment
range is as follows:
Winter Uniform
SECONDARY GIRLS
French Blue Blouse
(short or long sleeve)
Tartan A-Line Skirt with
black tights
For the full range of uniform items please see the
academy brochure. For details on full school
uniform including sportswear and footwear
please ask for a copy of our uniform policy
Summer Uniform
PRIMARY GIRLS
French Blue Blouse
(short or long sleeve)
Tartan A- Line Skirt or
pinafore with black tights
Burgundy Pullover
Burgundy Pullover
Navy Blazer
(with piping for 6th form)
Burgundy Jacket – Exmoor
SECONDARY GIRLS
PRIMARY GIRLS
Blue/White School Tunic
Blue Check Tunic
Burgundy Pullover
Burgundy Pullover
White socks
Burgundy Jacket – Exmoor
Navy Blazer
Navy Girls Brimmed School
Hat (from October 2015)
Navy Girls Brimmed School
Hat (from October 2015)
SECONDARY BOYS
PRIMARY BOYS
SECONDARY BOYS
PRIMARY BOYS
French Blue Shirt
(short or long sleeve)
French Blue Shirt
(short or long sleeve)
French Blue Shirt
(short or long sleeve)
French Blue Shirt
(short or long sleeve)
Navy Trousers
Navy Trousers
Navy Trousers
Navy Trousers
Burgundy Pullover
Burgundy Pullover
Burgundy Pullover
Burgundy Pullover
Navy Blazer
(with piping for 6th form)
Navy Waterproof Fleece Jacket
Navy Blazer
Navy Waterproof Fleece Jacket
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House System
Enrichment
All students belong to a House Group which is overseen by the Deputy
Head Teacher and a group of staff associated with each House. Each
House also has a House Captain and Deputy House Captain who are part of
our student leadership team.
At Hornby we take as many of the opportunities as we can to broaden the
Secondary students register in House groups every morning apart from
Tuesdays, which is our Assembly day.
theme and produce some excellent work and even experience some of their
Numerous House activities are planned throughout the year where
students have the opportunity to work together to earn points for their
House. This also helps to build a strong link between Primary and
Secondary. House Prizes are awarded at the end of each academic year in
recognition of the points earned by each team and have included a bird of
prey experience, a trip to the zoo and a den building and orienteering day.
students learning through experience. The School operates a system of
internal Extra-Curricular days when the whole school splits up into house
groups and together they discover facts about a particular country or
cuisine.
There is much encouragement for all students to participate in musical tuition
beyond the curriculum and we hold regular events to showcase the many
talents of our students in the form of choir, band or individual performances.
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School Trips
Fundraising
A variety of school trips are available to students throughout their time at
Hornby Campus, bringing subjects to life. Some regular visits include a
History trip to Vindolanda, a Geography trip to Malham, a 6th form trip to
the Houses of Parliament and a whole school trip to White Scar Caves.
At Hornby Campus we are very aware that there are plenty of people less
fortunate than ourselves and we take pride in doing our best to help them,
therefore fundraising plays a prominent role in school life. This is usually
undertaken in House groups and we have supported and continue to
support a variety of charities.
Students enjoy the chance to learn outside of the classroom and to
develop cross-curricular skills. There have also been trips to York, to the
Wray scarecrow festival for our primary students and a French exchange
for our 6th formers.
These range from home-grown causes such as MacMillan Cancer Support,
Parkinson’s UK and Diabetes UK to charities further afield, such as The
Bethany Project in Tanzania, a music school in Albania and the worldwide
Shoebox Appeal.
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School Term and Holiday Dates 2015/2016
Summer Term 2016
Autumn Term 2015
In-service Days for Staff
In-service Days for Staff
Re-open
In-service Days for Staff
Mid Term Closure
2015 (inclusive)
Closure after school on
Tuesday 1st September 2015
Wednesday 2nd September 2015
Thursday 3rd September 2015 at 08:05am
Thursday 22nd October 2015
Monday 26th October - Friday 30th October
Number of openings
74 (71)
Friday 18th December 2015 at 12 noon
Re-open on
May Day Closure
Mid Term Closure
(inclusive)
Closure after school on
Thursday 7th April 2016
Monday 2nd May 2016
Monday 30th May - Friday 3rd June 2016
Number of openings
66 (66)
Friday 15th July 2016 at 12 noon
Total Number of Openings - 190 Students 194 Staff Plus three 2‐hour
twilight sessions in lieu of Monday 18th July 2016 ‐to be agreed with SDA.
Spring Term 2016
In-service Days for Staff
Re-open on
Mid Term Closure
2016 (inclusive)
Closure after school on
Monday 4th January 2016
Tuesday 5th January 2016 at 10:00am
Monday 15th February - Friday 19th February
Number of openings
54 (53)
5th May 2015 - These are provisional dates and are subject to change
Thursday 24th March 2016 at 12 noon
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Curriculum statement
The curriculum offers – in addition to Numeracy, Literacy and Science –
French, History, Geography, Art, Drama and PE (athletics, swimming and
We follow the National Curriculum at Focus School Hornby Campus and
team games)
our aim is that each student leaves us with qualifications up to university
entrance level, measured by UCAS points.
Our focus for 2015 and beyond is taking on SDL (Self-Directed Learning)
which we believe will provide our students with an excellent foundation to
build on as they pursue their chosen career.
KS2
From Year 3 through to Year 6, our excellent team of teaching staff
combine teamwork and passion to stretch our young students to meet
National Curriculum standards and beyond. Particular emphasis is placed
KS3
The focus is on the core subjects in KS3 with encouragement for students
to branch out in their self-expression with subjects such as Art, D&T, Food,
Latin, Textiles, LAMDA Public Speaking, and Physical Education.
KS4
In Key Stage 4 students complete GCSE, IGCSE, City and Guilds and other
exams. Most students take 6 -10 exams in Mathematics, English, Science,
History, Geography, French, Food, Art, D&T and other subjects.
on the core areas of Numeracy, Literacy and Science.
KS5
Throughout Keystage 2 we lay the foundation for the students’ academic
All students stay on to complete years 12 and 13, with most studying 4 or 5
learning, and ignite the desire to achieve. We seek to provide a positive
AS subjects in year 12 and taking 3 or 4 of these through to A2 in year 13.
learning atmosphere that gives all children the best possible learning
Mathematics and English are offered to all levels, along with Physics,
opportunities, matched to their individual needs, within a happy and safe
Chemistry, Accounts, Business Studies, Humanities, MFL and a range of
environment.
vocational subjects.
Whilst academic achievement is important, we recognise our role in
Learning by VC
developing the “whole child”. Therefore we aim to promote not just
We occasionally deliver and receive a broader curriculum using teachers
intellectual growth but his/her physical, social, moral, spiritual, emotional,
from other schools via Virtual Classroom (VC) video link, based in a
creative and aesthetic development, as well as raising self-esteem,
dedicated room at Hornby Campus.
encouraging a sense of responsibility, initiative, and self-discipline.
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Homework
Homework provides an opportunity for students to independently prepare
for learning by investigating, reflecting on learning or practising skills.
Homework completion is compulsory at Hornby and students will be
expected to complete it regularly and in differing amounts dependent
upon their age.
Students may be asked to complete tasks on the virtual learning
environment or to upload completed work to it for marking. As students
become more independent and self-directed this should happen more
frequently.
Please contact school if you would like a copy of our
homework timetable
Target Setting
All students are set targets based upon prior attainment data and on
baseline and cognitive ability tests (CAT) that they complete throughout
their time at Hornby.
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GCE RESULTS SUMMER 2015
AS
Business Studies
English
Extended Project
French
Geography
Government and Politics
History
Mathematics
A2
Accounts
Business Studies
English
Geography
Mathematics
C
C
E
B
D
U
U
D
C
D
E
A
B
B
B
B
C
B
D
B
D*
E
B
B
B
A
C
U*
C
B
C
A
U
A/A
A
C
E
C/A
5
5
2
2
2
6
2
4
1
2
3
2
2
*indicates a child who sat examinations at Hornby campus but was not registered with us.
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B
A
A*
B
B
B
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
B
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
D
C
B
C
B
A
B
B
A*
B
D
C
A
D
E
B
10
B
11
B
10
D
5
B
B
F
A
A
B
A
A
B
D
D
C
D
D
C
D
4
E
A*
2
1
A
2
A
2
1
A
2
0
E
%
English Language
English Literature
Mathematics
Statistics (from 2014)
Science (from 2014)
Additional Science
Environmental Science
Biology
D&T
French
Geography
History
Textiles
Citizenship Studies
TOTAL GCSEs A*-C
Year 10 2014 - 2015
ENTRIES
Year 11 2014 - 2015
Y11 A* - C
GCSE RESULTS SUMMER 2015
5
5
4
4
3
4
0
0
3
2
3
4
5
5
5
4
4
4
1
1
3
5
5
4
100
100
80
100
75
100
0
0
100
40
60
100
3
5
60
0
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KS2 RESULTS SUMMER 2015
5
4
3
Reading level %
English GPS %
Mathematics level %
33
44
11
44
33
11
22
56
22
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Admissions Policy
Discipline and Exclusions
Students at Hornby Campus will be admitted at the age of 7 (primary) or
Good behaviour is a prerequisite of learning. We aim to provide a safe and
11 (Secondary) without reference to general ability or aptitude.
secure environment in which all our students can thrive and reach their
At Hornby we have adopted the principle of inclusion. Although there may
be some children whose needs we are unable to meet, we wish to include
as many children as possible.
potential. In order to do this we expect the very best behaviour from our
students inside and outside the classroom. We therefore have a
framework, including appropriate rewards and sanctions which create an
environment that encourages and reinforces good behaviour, promotes
self-discipline and defines acceptable standards of behaviour.
Please contact school if you would like a copy of our full
admissions policy
We are a caring community and believe that rewarding good behaviour
and providing encouragement provides a climate of consideration for
others and encourages good behaviour rather than merely deterring antisocial behaviour. The school uses a sequence of sanctions alongside a
wide range of rewards to reinforce and encourage good behaviour.
Please contact school if you would like a copy of our full
Behaviour management and Exclusions policies
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SEND
Anti-Bullying
Parents of students with any type of disability and/or special educational
need are encouraged to contact school well in advance of their child’s
anticipated entry to school, in order to discuss their child’s individual
needs. This is so that, with parental permission, an assessment can be
arranged. In this way, the needs of the child can be fully identified.
At Hornby we believe it is our responsibility to provide a safe, supportive,
caring and secure environment for our students to learn and that we must
protect our students from bullying as part of this responsibility. Students
should feel secure in their ability to report incidents and feel confident that
such reports will be dealt with efficiently and effectively.
On an annual basis the School’s SENDco will attend training courses to
ensure the school provides appropriate support to all students.
Please contact school if you would like a copy of our full Antibullying policy
Our SEND local offer is available as a separate document on
our website. Please contact school if you would like a copy of
our full SEND policy
Safeguarding
At Hornby we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of
children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. All trustees, teachers, support staff and volunteers are
subject to an enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) Disclosure.
Please contact school if you would like a copy of our full
Safeguarding policy
Health and Safety
Hornby Campus has a legal duty of care to protect the health safety and
welfare of its employees, students and others who may be affected by the
school’s activities. This includes the welfare and safety of our students
whilst on off-site and / or extra-curricular activities organised by the
school.
The school has insurance for public, products, employers and professional
liabilities and also temporary relocation costs in the event of serious
damage to the property.
Please contact school if you would like a copy of our full
Health and Safety policy or our insurance details.
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Complaints Procedure
Should you wish to know more…
We would hope that any complaint would be able to be resolved using
informal methods in the first instance. However in the event of this not
being the case then the school has a formal procedure which aims to
ensure that the complaint is dealt with at an appropriate level, fairly and
as quickly as possible.
Please contact school if you wish to know more about any aspect in this
During the Academic year 2014-2015 the number
complaints registered under the formal procedure was: 0
Please contact school if you would like a copy of our full
Complaints policy.
prospectus or indeed if you would like to arrange a visit to see the school.
If you would like to enrol your child please contact us so we can arrange a
pre-enrolment interview for yourselves and your child.
of
All of our policies are available upon request from school
reception or via email [email protected]
To inspire individual
excellence via
collaboration, one
student at a time.
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