Bewdley Prospectus 2017-18

The Bewdley School and Sixth Form Centre Prospectus 2017 - 18 LEARNING FOR LIFE - ACHIEVEMENT FOR ALL

Welcome On behalf of the staff, governors and students, welcome to The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre. The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre is a school where we aim to provide every student with a caring, stimulating and well-disciplined environment, providing opportunities for success. Our school community promotes excellent behaviour and has a high expectation of students, enabling them to occupy their time positively; working and playing hard. We aim to instill the importance of respect and courteous behaviour towards one another at all times, encouraging active citizenship and developing tolerant adults in the future. Our school offers a broad and balanced curriculum at KS3, which aims to support and challenge students, enabling academic, moral, spiritual, social and cultural needs to be met. At KS4, the school provides access to a wide and relevant range of external accreditations, including GCSEs and vocational equivalents. We encourage our students to continue their education and offer an extensive Post 16 curriculum in partnership with other Wyre Forest schools and Kidderminster College. Our school aims to motivate young people to maximise their full potential and encourage aspirations to achieve the highest standards. Our school offers an extensive extra-curricular programme, which offers students additional learning opportunities. Our school intends that all students will be prepared for the world of work, having achieved the highest levels of literacy, numeracy and ICT and who have become independent students and critical thinkers. Our school believes that the education of every student benefits when home and school have a shared understanding and acceptance of the school’s values and aims. We aim to involve parents as ongoing partners in their child’s education. We hope that you find our prospectus useful and look forward to welcoming you to our school. Dave Hadley-Pryce HEAD TEACHER Head Teacher’s Blog

Transfer & Communication Name: Molly Hinton Primary School I came from: Bewdley Primary What have been the highlights of Secondary School so far?  Being able to take part in a variety of activities in school time and in after school clubs. The Bewdley School & Sixth  At primary school we were not able to do many Art, Science and Cookery lessons because we didn’t have the equipment and time to, Form Centre is a listening so coming to The Bewdley School has been great.. school. We encourage parents  We have a set time for certain lessons meaning we are able to prepare for the day. to become partners in their child’s learning and to sustain this partnership through their  Text and Email. secondary education. We share  A daily planner. assessment information,  Parent Consultation Evenings. Information evenings.  curriculum choices and ways to  Newsletters. raise achievement. We  Termly assessment information. Website.  communicate with parents via:  Informal/formal meetings. Whilst students are in Year 6 we: The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre is a  Visit every child who is transferring to The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre. community school, providing comprehensive  Answer students’ questions and gain an insight into their hopes and education to students between the ages of aspirations for the next stage in their education. 11 – 18. Students transfer to our school from a  Provide planners and maps. variety of Primary Schools at the beginning of  Have an induction day for students and an information evening for parents. Year 7. Our pyramid of schools works closely together to make sure that students transfer  Create additional opportunities for student visits. with ease.  Liaise with Primary Schools to receive information and data on every student.  Take assemblies in the Primary Schools so that key staff become familiar.  Give parents information about the school.

Name: Riley Sadler Learning Primary School I came from: Franche Community Primary What have been the highlights of Secondary School so far?  The Frank Chapman where I got to know other people in my class. On entry to the school in Year 7, students  The after school clubs where I got to know other people from other classes. are placed in mixed ability tutor groups.  The school library because I had to buy my own books at primary. Subjects are organised to reflect the needs of individuals, cohorts and the curriculum, with a variety of mixed- Challenge and Support ability setting, banded and small group teaching. The students experience a Targeted intervention programmes are offered to all students who require either challenge or sense of belonging to their form and year support, catch-up or extension. group. In Years 7 - 9, students follow the We promote equality of opportunity for our National Curriculum, which provides a disabled students, ensuring that they can broad and balanced foundation for participate in the school curriculum. Students enjoy learning in well-resourced and curriculum- further studies. appropriate buildings. At post 16, there is an element of choice in the All students receive excellent career information Personal, learning and thinking skills are taught curriculum. As well as studying the compulsory advice and guidance with work experience throughout subjects at KS4; Post 16 students core subjects of the National Curriculum, programmes complementing lessons and study Critical Thinking. students may select particular subjects which career interviews. reflect their interests and ambitions. A large proportion of our students choose to continue Self-knowledge, self-esteem and self-confidence their education at The Bewdley School & Sixth are consistently promoted within the school. At Form Centre. KS3, students are engaged in a Learning to Learn programme, so that transferable and All students follow a programme of personal employability skills are developed. and social education, where issues of citizenship, healthcare and sex education are explored.

Partnerships We work in partnership with our Education Welfare office to secure positive attendance patterns. We work in partnership with our school meals providers and other agencies, to promote We Take Pride in Our School living a healthy lifestyle, encouraging good We are the only Secondary School and physical and mental health. Sixth Form Centre serving the town of We work in partnership with our local pyramid Bewdley. We look for opportunities for our students to make a contribution to of schools, ensuring that students enjoy and their school, their local community and achieve. to understand their future roles as citizens of a wider and global We work in partnership with students, involving community. Students are encouraged to them in Year and School Councils. become involved in School Council, charity and citizenship projects and to We work in partnership with parents and share their talents and achievements governors, involving them in our self- with the local community. evaluation processes. We recognise the importance of community and value local businesses and industry who support our work experience programmes where our students enjoy and achieve whilst experiencing a professional working environment. We work in partnership with ContinU - seven local High Schools and Kidderminster College, to offer the broadest possible curriculum to all of our students and offer careers information advice and guidance, linking school and education with the world of work, in order for students to achieve economic well-being. We work in partnership with external agencies, including School Health, offering a weekly drop-in service to students with the school nurse, in order for students to be safe, to be protected from harm and neglect to grow up able to look after themselves.

Aspire & Achieve At Bewdley there is a significant emphasis on developing students beyond the classroom and helping them achieve  Musical tuition, activities and We have the highest aspirations for their ambitions and desires. We all strive performances. the academic achievement of all our for high academic standards, but this is  Field trips and educational visits. students and encourage them to only half the story. The most successful  A wide variety of sporting activities and follow their education beyond school at college, university or in the world fixtures. students strike a balance between their  Dance and Drama performances and of work. As part of the tuition academic work and social lives. There are  visits. programmes, students are The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. encouraged to reflect on their many additional learning opportunities  Work experience and community action successes and set targets for that our school has to offer: placements. improvement.  Clubs and societies in many subject areas. Name: Grace Williams Primary School I came from: Burlish Park Primary What have been the highlights of Secondary School so far?  I have enjoyed Science and doing fun experiments .  I have had a nice time making new friends and having amazing opportunities.  I have enjoyed Cookery and Design Technology and getting a chance to learn new subjects.  I have enjoyed learning printmaking and embroidery in Art & Design.

Ethos & Communication Our school expects students to behave, enabling the creation of an atmosphere conducive to learning. We reward good behaviour and apply sanctions to discourage inappropriate behaviour. The behaviour of students is Our reward and sanctions policy is explained a collective responsibility and promoting good clearly to all students and our Code of Conduct, behaviour in students is a Dress Code and Anti-Bullying Policy are  To learn without distraction or partnership between home and school. Parents printed in the school planner and are included in interruption. are expected to help us in our ‘additional information’. We believe that  To be safe in school and on the journey fulfilling our Home/School to and from school. Agreement and Dress and everyone has the right  To be treated with respect. Behaviour Codes. Our school:  Offers equality of opportunity to all students, to succeed at the  Uses systems which support all students, offering an inclusive highest level possible. learning Environment, which removes barriers to access and  Values and promotes positive attitudes to learning and teaching. participation.  Establishes trusting relationships between members of our school,  Provides support, guidance and appropriate training opportunities. based on mutual respect.  Constantly self-evaluates at individual subject and school level.  Encourages and builds self esteem.  Promotes discussion and debate about common values and diversity.

Additional Information Website www.bewdley.worcs.sch.uk Our website is updated weekly and the school calendar is published annually. All relevant policies can be found here. SCHOOL INFORMATION Type of School: Foundation The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre Headteacher: Mr D. Hadley-Pryce Stourport Road Deputy Headteacher: Mr D. Chauhan Bewdley Assistant Headteachers: Mr P. Willis, Vacancy Pending Worcs DY12 1BL Chair of Governors: Mr D. Haskins Number on Roll: 940 Tel: 01299 403277 Age Range: 11 – 18 Fax: 01299 405480 Published Admission Email: [email protected] Number: 168 Admissions Criteria Please refer to the information contained in the Information for Parents 2017/18 High School Book. Parents wishing to visit the school prior to making an application for a place should contact the school office to arrange a mutually convenient appointment.

Regular and Punctual Attendance The School Day Students are expected to attend school regularly and arrive by 8.35am. Parents are asked to notify the school if the child cannot attend:  By telephone on the first day of non-attendance – 01299 406828 The school operates a two week timetable. All students are issued with a planner and a timetable at the beginning of each academic year. A map is also issued so  By letter on return that students can identify where they need to be for each lesson.  By email :[email protected] 8.40 - 9.45 - 10.50 - 11.10 - 11.30 - 12.35 - 12.30 - 13.15 - 1.35 - 14.20 - Family Holidays during term 9.40 10.45 11.10 11.25 12.30 13.35 1.10 14.15 14.15 15.20 In September 2013 the DfE amended regulations so that schools would not grant holiday during term 7 1 2 Reg Break 3 Lunch 4b 5 time other than in exceptional circumstances. Those exceptional circumstances are: 8 1 2 Reg Break 3 Lunch 4b 5  Where parents are in the Armed Forces and 9 1 2 Reg Break 3 4a Lunch 5 leave must be taken before or returning from 10 1 2 Reg Break 3 4a Lunch 5 tour of duty.  Where employers specify when holidays 11 1 2 Reg Break 3 4a Lunch 5 must be taken and this falls in term time. 12 1 2 Reg Break 3 Lunch 4b 5 School will need written evidence for any exceptional circumstances prior to a holiday 13 1 2 Reg Break 3 Lunch 4b 5 being approved. These amendments can be Years 7 & 8 and Sixth Formers have Lunch in 4a Years 9, 10 & 11 have Lunch in 4b seen at: www.education.gov.uk/schools The Attendance Officer will: Lateness/Attendance Contact parents by text on the first day, if no message has been received. Lateness is recorded by the registration tutor/office. Lateness and attendance Contact parents by telephone after the third day of absence to enquire if the will be monitored by the Attendance Officer. When a student has arrived late on school can offer help or provide work if the absence is to be prolonged. two or more occasions within a week, they will be required to attend a school Encourage students to monitor their own attendance by using registration detention with their Head of Year. time weekly to, complete the attendance section in the school planner.

School Meals & Dress Code DRESS CODE The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre Dress Code aims to establish a sense of equality and helps to instill pride and loyalty in our school. Everyone is expected to uphold the Dress Code and establish a high standard of appearance in the school and locality. All of our uniform is available to order online or by telephone from Marks & Spencer at The school encourages students to develop healthy lifestyles and therefore www.mandsyourschooluniform.com including core items such as skirts/ all students are expected to eat at lunchtime. trousers/shirts. Details are available from the school or school website. All students remain on the school premises at lunchtime, unless they are a Uniform member of the Sixth Form or have a letter from parents requesting that they go home for lunch. Black blazer - Available from www.mandsyourschooluniform.com Students can either bring a packed lunch from home or buy a meal provided School clip on tie - available from school by the school meal providers, Shire Catering. Black shoes. White school shirt. A cashless system operates in the school, allowing students to bring in Blue polo shirt (Summer Term only) Available from either money or cheques half-termly with cheques payable to ‘Shropshire www.mandsyourschooluniform.com Council’. The system requires all diners to have a ‘finger print’. Black school trousers or knee length skirts. The caterers provide a snack menu at breaktime. Students are able to carry Black/grey/white/neutral socks or tights. a bottle of water with them during the school day. A breakfast club is Black v-neck school jumper with school logo - Available from available before school. www.mandsyourschooluniform.com General Expectations Additional Subject Uniform - PE Kit Uniform and general appearance should be appropriate for school, your place of work, Black crew-neck sweatshirt - Available from www.mandsyourschooluniform.com and conform with Health & Safety standards. It is therefore required that: White polo shirt - Available from www.mandsyourschooluniform.com Black tracksuit trousers (no leggings), plain black shorts, trainers (not fashion pumps) Shoes should be worn that are sensible and practical i.e. low heels (no boots or trainers unless a doctor’s note is presented). Jewellery should not be worn or brought into school, to avoid loss, damage or injury. One Sixth Form pair of studs in the lobes of ears can be worn but will need to be removed for PE/Games. The Sixth Form are senior members of the school and, as such, are not expected to wear the school (No other piercings or retainers are permitted) Make-up, including nail varnish, is not necessary for school and if obvious will be expected uniform. However, you are requested to wear ‘smart casual’ dress, remembering that you are role models for younger pupils. On formal occasions it will be appreciated if dress could reflect school to be removed. colours and general expectations. False/acrylic nails are not allowed to be worn in school. Hair – if long it should be tied back for practical lessons. Hair bands etc. should be black, white or blue (school colours). Extreme styles and colours are not acceptable; symbols, names etc. cut or dyed into hair will require a student to return home.

Equipment VALUABLES The school cannot accept Students will need to have the following equipment for responsibility for the loss of money every lesson: and valuables. If mobile phones/Ipods  A school bag suitable for carrying books and etc. are brought onto site, they are the equipment. responsibility of the student. If seen in  Pencil case containing pens, pencil, ruler, sharpener, the school buildings, they will be For Special Lessons: eraser, protractor and compass which can be confiscated and returned, in the first purchased from the school at £2.00. instance, at the end of the school day, Art  A good scientific calculator, the Casio fx 83GT Plus to the student. On the second HB and 2B pencils in addition to general can also be purchased from school at £6.00 each. confiscation, it will be the equipment.  School Planner/Homework Diary These are supplied responsibility of the parents to collect. by the school. However, if a student loses or Students can hire a school locker to Food misuses them, replacements cost £3.00.The Planner/ keep PE kit etc in. These are £5 for a Ingredients - cooking/storage containers if Homework Diary will contain the student’s timetable school year. requested. which should be checked each evening so they know Other valuables if mobile phones/ French & Spanish what equipment to bring to school the next day. electronic devices are brought into French/English & Spanish/English Parents/carers are expected to check and sign the school, the school will not take dictionaries - the Collins Easy Learning planner weekly as do Form Tutors. responsibility for loss or damage. dictionaries are highly recommended. PUPIL PREMIUM The Pupil Premium is allocated to schools based on those students who are in receipt of Free School Meals (and those who have been eligible in the last 6 years), and those students who have been looked after continuously for more than six months. A Service Child Premium is also paid to schools for those children whose parents are in the armed forces, or who are in receipt of the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme. Details of how we spend the Pupil Premium can be found on our website.

Code of Conduct  Prepared - remembering equipment and homework for each lesson; upholding the school dress code. The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre Code  Punctual - arrive at lessons and meetings on time. of Conduct enables all members of the school  Polite - remember that everyone has the right to be community to learn and to achieve. Our school heard, be active listeners and follow instructions of recognises that everyone has the right to learn staff and facilitators. in an atmosphere of mutual respect.  Considerate - avoid disturbing the learning of others, ensuring that mobile phones and other devices, etc. are not visible during the school day.  Caring - to respect the school environment- the building, grounds and resources; to respect each Everyone is expected to uphold the Home School Agreement and help to maintain a school climate which other and be positive school citizens, following Health enables learning to take place by being: and Safety rules.  Compassionate - understanding everyone’s right to feel safe and secure and to feel valued and adhere to the school’s anti-bullying policy. ANTI-BULLYING (See Anti-bullying Policy) When bullying is reported to a teacher it must never be ignored and the following procedures should be followed: Bullying is an issue that is discussed regularly through P.S.H.E./ Assemblies.  Record the allegation.  Investigate, and where possible, take written statements from Annually, the school will raise the awareness of bullying; this will be all parties concerned. an intensive reminder of:  Keep the person who has reported the incident informed about what you are doing.  What is bullying.  Resolve the situation clearly and decisively with all parties  What to do if you suspect it is happening to a friend. involved knowing the outcome.  What to do if it is happening to you.  Where to get information and help.  School procedures for complaints.

Travel Arrangements To & From School WALK/BUS BICYLES Parents wishing for their children to cycle to school should Most students walk or use either local public transport request permission by writing to the school. Students will be or designated school coaches if they live in rural issued with a bicycle pass. Students will be required to sign areas. If parents wish to enquire about travel a form agreeing to: assistance, they can phone 01905 844392 or visit www.worcestershire.gov.uk/schooltransport  Wear a helmet.  Provide a bike lock. CARS  Keep the bicycle in a road-worthy condition.  Take a cycling proficiency course. Parking places are restricted. Students who wish to use a  Keep the bicycle off the pavement and disembark on car for school journeys will need to seek permission in entering the school site. writing from the Director of Post 16, Mr P. Phillips. A parking pass will be allocated. The student will need to: The school cannot be held responsible for damage or theft. There are a limited number of bicycle racks and students  Provide evidence that a test has been passed (no are expected to lock their bicycles. students accepted on site) If students do not adhere to the above conditions, passes  Park off site on the Leisure Centre car park. will be withdrawn. MOPEDS/MOTOR CYCLES DELAYED DEPARTURE Permission may be given on receipt of a letter of request from parents to If a student is engaged in anti-social behaviour on their way to/from school, the Director of Post 16 students, Mr P. Phillips. Students will be issued the following actions will be taken: with a parking pass and be required to sign a form agreeing to:  A verbal warning and a comment put in planner.  Wear appropriate safety gear (helmet, gloves etc.).  A letter to parents informing them of the delayed departure of their  Park in designated area. child at the end of the school day.  Provide evidence that a test has been passed (no students  Depending on the severity of the behaviour, the community police accepted on site). may be notified.  Not to offer a ride to anyone who does not have a helmet.  If the behaviour occurs on a bus, sanctions will be applied.  Drive at walking speed once on site and only to the parking area. If a student is threatening the well being and safety of others and is involved If students ride their mopeds/motor cycles on the school site, in a manner in fighting/smoking/drinking/drug abuse on the way to/from school, parents that compromises Health & Safety, their pass will be withdrawn. If they will be expected to accompany their child to the school reception in the continue to ignore advice, the police will be informed. morning and collect them at the end of the day.

Additional Information Lost Property Medicines There will be occasions when property is mislaid, therefore it is Medicines should only be brought into school when essential; that is important to name every item of your child’s school uniform. where it would be detrimental to a child’s health if the medicine were This will make it easier for items of clothing to be returned to their not administered during the school day. Medicines will only be owner. accepted if prescribed by a doctor and they are in their original Lost property is collected by Reception staff, who endeavour to container with the instructions for administration and dosage. return it to the students. Any parent/legal guardian wishing the school to give a prescribed medicine must complete the Worcestershire County Council form; COLLECTIVE WORSHIP ‘Agreement for School to Administer Prescribed Medication’. Full details and agreement form are available on the school website The nature of the school’s collective worship will not be specific to https://www.edulink.networcs.net/schools/Bewdley_High/parents/ any particular denomination, but will offer the opportunity for Pages/Policies.aspx students to consider the shared values of the school community. A paper copy is also available from Reception. As a parent, you have the right, under the Education Reform Act, to withdraw your child from collective worship by writing to the school’s Governing Body. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SEX EDUCATION The Religious Studies course for Years 7, 8 and 9 reflects the fact that Sex Education forms part of the Health Education module within PSHCE the religious traditions of Great Britain are, in the main, Christian, while and is taught throughout the school. Progression in student maturity and taking into account the other principal religions, thus meeting the understanding, the sensitivity of issues, moral implications of personal requirements of the Education Reform Act (1988) section 8 (3) and, decisions are all approached in a balanced way and priority is given to the where appropriate, section 28 (1) of the Education Act (1944). importance of responsibilities, attitudes and values. The course is designed to comply with the Worcester Agreed Syllabus. Section 241 of the 1993 Education Act makes the teaching of sex education Each student has one hour of RE per week throughout the school year. (including information on HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases) compulsory. However, parents have the right to withdraw their children from In Years 10 and 11, students may choose to study Philosophy & Ethics. In order to fulfil the National and Local requirements for RE at KS4, any or all of this teaching. If you wish to exercise this right, or discuss any collapsed timetable days will provide time to reflect on ‘Religion and Life’. aspect of the teaching of sex education, please contact the school.

Additional Information OUT OF HOURS LEARNING All students at The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre are encouraged to take part in the wide range of extra-curricular activities provided by clubs and societies which take place after school. A programme is published termly and sent to parents. CAREERS EDUCATION AND GUIDANCE MORE ABLE, GIFTED AND TALENTED Careers Education is provided by the school with support from the Support, Guidance & Skills Service (formerly Connexions), working with students on Students who are identified as being more able, gifted an individual and small group basis. In addition, Careers Education and and talented by a curriculum area are planned for by Guidance forms a module within the PSHE Programme and is delivered by class teachers and are offered enrichment activities the PSHE team. such as music lessons, sporting opportunities, after school clubs and activities and opportunities to INCLUSION participate in the Mock Trial Competition. The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre offers facilities for all students; Moreover, the school works with outside agencies and the site offers access and facilities for all, including non-ambulant students. providers, including Higher Education establishments to There is an Inclusion Suite; the suite of rooms is used for catch-up and offer students opportunities to engage in out-of-hours extension interventions offered to students across the age range. learning activities. The school views these as an Students with Special Educational Needs are supported in all subject areas important part in fostering the more able students, by a team of Teaching Assistants. The school works closely with outside raising their aspirations and equipping them as lifelong agencies, ensuring that full support is offered to students with particular students who will fulfil their potential. needs. SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN/CHILD PROTECTION EDUCATIONAL VISITS We are a safeguarding school. Our Safeguarding Policy, which includes Child Visits are arranged to support students’ work in the classroom and to encourage Protection, is available on the school website and is reviewed annually and their social and cultural development. In addition to day excursions, residential updated if required. experience is available both in this country and abroad. Where a visit occupies We take seriously our responsibility to safeguard the welfare of all children. 50% or more of school time and contributes to a National Curriculum or Staff are provided with training and guidance to follow when they suspect a child examination course, no charge can, by law, be made. In these circumstances, may be experiencing abuse or be at risk of harm. We work co-operatively with parents are asked to make a voluntary contribution. No student is excluded other agencies to safeguard and promote the welfare of our students. Although it is school practice to contact parents/ carers first to discuss any cares or concerns, because of a failure to contribute, but many visits are only feasible if sufficient there may be occasions when this does not happen due to specific circumstances contributions are received. or protocols and if such a move was deemed contrary to a student’s immediate welfare. The school’s Safeguarding Officer is Mr Dhiren Chauhan. The Governor with responsibility for Safeguarding is Mr Simon Lord.

Additional Information The following are not permitted:  Searching, sending or displaying offensive or inappropriate ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY messages or pictures.  Using obscene language. Students are responsible for appropriate usage of the Internet in  Harassing, insulting or attacking others. classrooms, school corridor and all areas of the school.  Damaging computers, computer systems or computer The Internet is provided for students to conduct research and networks. communicate with others. (Parents' permission is required). Access is a  Violating copyright laws. privilege, not a right, and that access requires responsibility.  Using others' passwords.  Trespassing in others' folders, work or files. Individual users of the Internet are responsible for their behaviour and  Intentionally wasting limited resources. communications over the network. It is presumed that users will comply  Recording and distribution images or sounds without the with school standards and will honour the agreements they have signed. permission of the subject.  Sharing, distribution and publishing images of students In addition the school utilizes modern software to monitor student displaying inappropriate behaviour and/or breaking school behaviour and activity. The process is overseen by the e-safety officer. rules.  Inappropriate use of social networking. During school, teachers will guide students towards appropriate  Taking photographs or videos using mobile devices without materials. Outside of school, families bear responsibility for such guidance as they permission. must also exercise with information sources such as television, The full Acceptable Use Policy is available on our website. telephones, movies, radio and other potentially offensive media. MUSIC TUITION Students receive 35 lessons over the course of the year, unless they are absent from school or fail to turn up at the correct time and are taught in We offer an extensive programme of extra-curricular activities, including KS3 choir, senior choir, rock & pop band, wind band, string group and pairs/small groups (maximum of 3) for between 20 - 30 minutes each week. saxophone ensemble. Individual lessons can be arranged if required. Although some lessons do take place at lunchtime, the majority of teaching occurs during the school Students are encouraged to form their own bands and all groups regularly day. perform in school and in the wider community. We are fortunate to have a Details of tuition costs can be obtained by contacting Ms Blythe on well qualified and dedicated team of peripatetic teachers from Severn Arts [email protected] All students will be expected to learn for at Music, currently providing tuition in violin, viola, cello, flute, clarinet, oboe, least one full term. Cancelling lessons will require one full half term’s notice. saxophone, keyboard, brass, guitar, voice and percussion. If you would like any further information, please contact the Head of Music, Ms Blythe.

School Governing Body Parent Governors Co-opted Governors Mr Keith Cairns Mrs Sarah Booth Mr Simon Lord Mrs Suzy Humphries (Vice Chair) Ms Helen Squire Mrs Jillian Sharples LA Governor Partnership Governors Vacancy Mr Derek Haskins (Chair) Vacancy Staff Governors Mr Dave Hadley-Pryce (Headteacher) Mrs Virginia Campbell Clerk to the Governors Mrs Amanda Parsons

School Calendar 2017 - 18 Autumn Term 2017 Summer Term 2018 TERM STARTS Wednesday 6th September TERM STARTS Monday 16th April Yr. 7 & Sixth Form MAY DAY Monday 7th May Thursday 7th September HALF TERM Monday 28th May All Students SCHOOL RETURNS Monday 4th June TED Friday 13th October TERM ENDS Friday 20th July HALF-TERM Monday 23rd October SCHOOL RETURNS Monday 30th October TERM ENDS Tuesday 19th December Spring Term 2018 TED Tuesday 2nd January TERM STARTS Wednesday 3rd January HALF-TERM Monday 19th February SCHOOL RETURNS Monday 26th February TERM ENDS Thursday 29th March GOOD FRIDAY Friday 30th March

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The Bewdley School and Sixth Form Centre Stourport Road. Bewdley. Worcestershire. DY12 1BL Application Forms available from: Telephone: 01299 403277 I Fax: 01299 405480 Email: [email protected] I Web: www.bewdley.worcs.sch.uk School Website Facebook Twitter