The Bewdley School and Sixth Form Centre Prospectus 2015 New

The Bewdley School and Sixth Form Centre Learning for Life - Achievement for All Prospectus 2016 - 17

Welcome Welcome On behalf of the staff, governors and learners, welcome to The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre. The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre is a school where we aim to provide every learner with a caring, stimulating and well disciplined environment, providing opportunities for success. Our school community promotes excellent behaviour and has a high expectation of learners, 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 learners, 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 learners 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 learners additional learning opportunities. Our school intends that all learners will be prepared for the world of work, having achieved the highest levels of literacy, numeracy and ICT and who have become independent learners and critical thinkers. Our school believes that the education of every learner 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. Julie Reilly

Transfer & C Transfer & Communication The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre is a community school, providing comprehensive education to learners between the ages of 11 – 18. Learners transfer to our school from a variety of Primary Schools at the beginning of Year 7. Our pyramid of schools works closely together to make sure that learners transfer with ease. Whilst learners are in Year 6 we:  Visit every child who is transferring to The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre.  Answer learners’ questions and gain an insight into their hopes and aspirations for the next stage in their education.  Provide planners and maps.  Have an induction day for learners and an information evening for parents.  Create additional opportunities for learner visits.  Liaise with Primary Schools to receive information and data on every learner.  Take assemblies in the Primary Schools so that key staff become familiar.  Give parents information about the school. The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre is a listening school. We encourage parents to become partners in their child’s learning and to sustain this partnership through their secondary education. We share assessment information, curriculum choices and ways to raise achievement. We communicate with parents via:  Text and Email.  A daily planner.  Parent Consultation Evenings. Name: Emily Miles  Information evenings. Primary School I came from: St. Anne's CE  Newsletters. What have been the highlights of Secondary School so far?  Termly assessment information.  The Frank Chapman trip, learning new things, meeting new people,  Website. trying not to get lost and getting a choice of more clubs.  Informal/formal meetings.

Learning Learning On entry to the school in Year 7, learners are placed in mixed ability tutor groups. Subjects are organised to reflect the needs of individuals, cohorts and curriculums, with a variety of mixed ability, setting, banded and small group teaching. The learners experience a sense of belonging to their form and year group. In Years 7 – 9, learners follow the National Curriculum, which provides a broad and balanced foundation for further studies. In Years 10 and 11, there is an element of choice in the curriculum. As well as studying the compulsory core subjects of the National Curriculum, learners may select particular subjects which reflect their interests and ambitions. A large proportion of our learners choose to continue their education at The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre. All learners follow a programme of personal and social education, where issues of citizenship, healthcare and sex education are explored. All learners receive excellent career information advice and guidance with work experience programmes complementing lessons and career interviews. Self-knowledge, self-esteem and self-confidence are consistently promoted within the school. At KS3, learners are engaged in a Learning to Learn programme, so that transferable and employability skills are developed. Personal, learning and thinking skills are taught throughout subjects at KS4; Post 16 learners study Critical Thinking. Challenge and Support Targeted intervention programmes are offered to all learners who require either challenge or support, catch-up or extension. We promote equality of opportunity for our disabled learners, ensuring that they can participate in the school curriculum. Learners enjoy learning in well-resourced and curriculum appropriate buildings.

Partnerships Partnerships We Take Pride in Our School We are the only Secondary School and Sixth Form Centre serving the town of Bewdley. We look for opportunities for our learners to make a contribution to their school, their local community and to understand their future roles as citizens of a wider and global community. Learners are encouraged to become involved in School Council, charity and citizenship projects and to share their talents and achievements with the local community. We recognise the importance of community and value local businesses and industry who support our work experience programmes where our learners 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 learners and offer careers information advice and guidance, linking school and education with the world of work, in order for learners to achieve economic well-being. We work in partnership with external agencies, including School Health, offering a weekly drop-in service to learners with the school nurse, in order for learners to be safe, being protected from harm and neglect and growing up able to look after themselves. 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 living a healthy lifestyle, encouraging good physical and mental health. We work in partnership with our local pyramid of schools, ensuring that learners enjoy and achieve. We work in partnership with learners, involving them in Year and School Councils. We work in partnership with parents and governors, involving them in our self-evaluation processes.

Aspire & Achi Aspire & Achieve At Bewdley there is a significant emphasis on developing learners beyond the classroom and helping them achieve their ambitions and desires. We all strive for high academic standards, but this is only half the story. The most successful learners strike a balance between their academic work and social lives. There are many additional learning opportunities that our school has to offer:  Musical tuition, activities and performances.  Field trips and educational visits.  A wide variety of sporting activities and fixtures.  Dance and Drama performances and visits.  The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme.  Work experience and community action placements.  ‘Clubs’ and societies in many subject areas. We have the highest aspirations for the academic achievement of all our learners and encourage them to follow their education beyond school at college, university or in the world of work. As part of the tuition programmes, learners are encouraged to reflect on their successes and set targets for improvement. Name: Katie Mason Primary School I came from: Bewdley Primary What have been the highlights of Secondary School so far?  I have thoroughly enjoyed everything! Especially all the new lessons - Science, Music and Cookery.  While I have attended Secondary School I decided to pursue a much loved passion, of singing. The teachers have made a fantastic impression on me already.  There's been many new events such as accelerated reader and the amazing break time cafeteria. My first ever book (Charlottes Web) has been riveting.  I will miss Primary, however I love Secondary and what the future has in store.

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

Additional Information SCHOOL INFORMATION The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre Stourport Road Bewdley Worcs DY12 1BL Tel: 01299 403277 Fax: 01299 405480 Email: [email protected] 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. Type of School: Foundation Headteacher: Mrs J.E. Reilly Deputy Headteacher: Mr P. Ramage Assistant Headteachers: Mr S. Shiels, Mr P. Willis Chair of Governors: Mr W. Talbot Number on Roll: 960 Age Range: 11 – 18 Published Admission Number: 168 Admissions Criteria Please refer to the information contained in the Information for Parents 2016/17 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.

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

SCHOOL MEALS The school encourages learners to develop healthy lifestyles and therefore all learners are expected to eat at lunchtime. All learners remain on the school premises at lunchtime unless they are a member of the Sixth Form or have a letter from parents requesting that they go home for lunch. Learners can either bring a packed lunch from home or buy a meal provided by the school meal providers, Shire Catering. A cashless system operates in the school, allowing learners to bring in either money or cheques half-termly with cheques payable to ‘Shropshire Council’. The system requires all diners to have a ‘finger print’. The caterers provide a snack menu at breaktime. Learners are able to carry a bottle of water with them during the school day. A breakfast club is available before school. 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 www.mandsyourschooluniform.com including core items such as skirts/ trousers/shirts. Details are available from the school or school website. Uniform Black Blazer. School clip on Tie (available from school). Black Shoes. White School Shirt. Blue Polo Shirt (Summer Term only). Black School Trousers or knee length Skirts. Black/Grey/White/Neutral Socks or Tights. Black V-neck school jumper with school logo. General Expectations Uniform and general appearance should be appropriate for school, your place of work, and conform with Health & Safety standards. It is therefore required that: 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 pair of studs in the lobes of ears can be worn but will need to be removed for PE/Games. (No other piercings or retainers are permitted) Make-up, including nail varnish, is not necessary for school and if obvious will be expected to be removed. 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. Additional subject uniform (i.e. PE) and equipment lists are available and can be found in the school prospectus. Other Valuables (i.e. mobile phones, Ipods etc.) If they are brought into school, the school will not take responsibility for loss or damage. Sixth Form The Sixth Form are senior members of the school and, as such, are not expected to wear the school 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 colours and general expectations.

EQUIPMENT Learners will need to have the following equipment for every lesson:  A school bag suitable for carrying books and equipment.  Pencil case containing pens, pencil, ruler, sharpener, eraser, protractor and compass which can be purchased from the school at £2.35.  A good scientific calculator, the Casio fx 83GT Plus can also be purchased from school at £5.30 each.  School Planner/Homework Diary These are supplied by the school. However, if a learner loses or misuses them, replacements cost £3.00.The Planner/Homework Diary will contain the learner’s timetable which should be checked each evening so they know what equipment to bring to school the next day. Parents/carers are expected to check and sign the planner weekly as do Form Tutors. For specialist lessons: Art HB and 2B pencils in addition to general equipment. Food Ingredients - cooking/storage containers if requested. French A French/English dictionary - the Collins Easy Learning dictionary is recommended. VALUABLES The school cannot accept responsibility for the loss of money and valuables. If mobile phones/Ipods etc. are brought onto site, they are the responsibility of the learner. If seen in the school buildings, they will be confiscated and returned, in the first instance, at the end of the school day, to the learner. On the second confiscation, it will be the responsibility of the parents to collect. Learners can hire a school locker to keep PE kit etc in. These are £5 for a school year. PUPIL PREMIUM The Pupil Premium is allocated to schools based on those learners who are in receipt of Free School Meals (and those who have been eligible in the last 6 years), and those learners 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 The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre Code of Conduct enables all members of the school community to learn and to achieve. Our school recognises that everyone has the right to learn in an atmosphere of mutual respect. Everyone is expected to uphold the Home School Agreement and help to maintain a school climate which enables learning to take place by being:  Prepared - remembering equipment & homework for each lesson; upholding the school dress code.  Punctual - arrive at lessons & meetings on time.  Polite - remember that everyone has the right to be heard, be active listeners & follow instructions of staff and facilitators.  Considerate - avoid disturbing the learning of others, ensuring that mobile phones & other devices, etc. are not visible during the school day.  Caring - to respect the school environment- the building, grounds and resources; to respect each other and be positive school citizens, following Health & 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 – included in Planner) Bullying is an issue that is discussed regularly through P.S.H.E./Assemblies. Annually, the school will raise the awareness of bullying; this will be an intensive reminder of:  What is bullying.  What to do if you suspect it is happening to a friend.  What to do if it is happening to you.  Where to get information and help.  School procedures for complaints. When bullying is reported to a teacher it must never be ignored and the following procedures should be followed:  Record the allegation.  Investigate, and where possible, take written statements from all parties concerned.  Keep the person who has reported the incident informed about what you are doing.  Resolve the situation clearly and decisively with all parties involved knowing the outcome.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS TO & FROM SCHOOL WALK/BUS Most learners walk or use either local public transport or designated school coaches if they live in rural areas. If parents wish to enquire about travel assistance, they can phone 01905 765765 or visit www.worcestershire.gov.uk/schooltransport BICYCLES Parents wishing for their children to cycle to school should request permission by writing to the Assistant Headteacher, Mr S Shiels. Learners will be issued with a bicycle pass. Learners will be required to sign a form agreeing to:  Wear a helmet.  Provide a bike lock.  Keep the bicycle in a road-worthy condition.  Take a cycling proficiency course.  Keep the bicycle off the pavement and disembark on entering the school site.  Not carry anyone on the bike or loan it out. The school cannot be held responsible for damage or theft. There are a limited number of bicycle racks and learners are expected to lock their bicycles. If learners do not adhere to the above conditions, passes will be withdrawn. MOPEDS/MOTOR CYCLES Permission may be given on receipt of a letter of request from parents to the Director of Post 16 learners, Mr P. Phillips. Learners will be issued with a parking pass and be required to sign a form agreeing to:  Wear appropriate safety gear (helmet, gloves etc.).  Park in designated area.  Provide evidence that a test has been passed (no learners accepted on site).  Not to offer a ride to anyone who does not have a helmet.  Drive at walking speed once on site and only to the parking area. If learners ride their mopeds/motor cycles on the school site, in a manner that compromises Health & Safety, their pass will be withdrawn. If they continue to ignore advice, the police will be informed. CARS Parking places are restricted. Learners who wish to use a car for school journeys will need to seek permission in writing from the Director of Post 16, Mr P. Phillips. A parking pass will be allocated. The learner will need to:  Provide evidence that a test has been passed (no learners accepted on site)  Park off site on the Leisure Centre car park. DELAYED DEPARTURE If a learner is engaged in anti-social behaviour on their way to/from school, the following actions will be taken:-  A verbal warning and a comment put in planner.  A letter to parents informing them of the delayed departure of their child at the end of the school day.  Depending on the severity of the behaviour, the community police may be notified.  If the behaviour occurs on a bus, sanctions will be applied. If a learner is threatening the well being and safety of others and is involved in fighting/smoking/drinking/drug abuse on the way to/from school, parents will be expected to accompany their child to the school reception in the morning and collect them at the end of the day.

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

CAREERS EDUCATION AND GUIDANCE Careers Education is provided by the school with support from the Support, Guidance & Skills Service (formerly Connexions), working with learners on an individual and small group basis. In addition, Careers Education and Guidance forms a module within the PSHE Programme and is delivered by the PSHE team. INCLUSION The Bewdley School & Sixth Form Centre offers facilities for all learners; the site offers access and facilities for all, including non-ambulant learners. There is an Inclusion Suite; the suite of rooms is used for catch-up and extension interventions offered to learners across the age range. Learners with Special Educational Needs are supported in all subject areas by a team of 25 Learning Support Assistants. The school works closely with outside agencies, ensuring that full support is offered to learners with particular needs. The Inclusion Policy is available on the school website or from Reception. MORE ABLE, GIFTED AND TALENTED Learners who are identified as being more able, gifted and talented by a curriculum area are planned for by class teachers and are offered enrichment activities such as music lessons, sporting opportunities, after school clubs and activities and opportunities to participate in the Mock Trial Competition. Moreover, the school works with outside agencies and providers, including Higher Education establishments to offer learners opportunities to engage in out of hours learning activities. The school views these as an important part in fostering the more able learner, raising their aspirations and equipping them as lifelong learners who will fulfil their potential. SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN/CHILD PROTECTION We are a safeguarding school. Our Safeguarding Policy, which includes Child Protection, is available on the school website and is reviewed annually and updated if required. We take seriously our responsibility to safeguard the welfare of all children. Staff are provided with training and guidance to follow when they suspect a child may be experiencing abuse or be at risk of harm. We work co-operatively with other agencies to safeguard and promote the welfare of our learners. Although it is school practice to contact parents/ carers first to discuss any cares or concerns, there may be occasions when this does not happen due to specific circumstances or protocols and if such a move was deemed contrary to a learner's immediate welfare. The school’s Safeguarding Officer is Mr Stuart Shiels. The Governor with responsibility for Safeguarding is Mr Derek Haskins. OUT OF HOURS LEARNING All learners 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. EDUCATIONAL VISITS Visits are arranged to support learners’ work in the classroom and to encourage their social and cultural development. In addition to day excursions, residential experience is available both in this country and abroad. Where a visit occupies 50% or more of school time and contributes to a National Curriculum or examination course, no charge can, by law, be made. In these circumstances, parents are asked to make a voluntary contribution. No learner is excluded because of a failure to contribute, but many visits are only feasible if sufficient contributions are received.

MUSIC TUITION We offer an extensive programme of extra-curricular activities, including KS3 choir, senior choir, rock & pop band, wind band, string group and saxophone ensemble. Students are encouraged to form their own bands and all groups regularly perform in school and in the wider community. We are fortunate to have a well qualified and dedicated team of peripatetic teachers from Worcestershire Youth Music, currently providing tuition in violin, viola, cello, flute, clarinet, oboe, saxophone, keyboard, brass, guitar, voice and percussion. Students receive 33 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 pairs/ small groups (maximum of 3) for between 20 - 30 minutes each week. Individual lessons can be arranged if required. Although some lessons do take place at lunchtime, the majority of teaching occurs during the school day. Details of tuition costs and instrument hire through Worcestershire Youth Music can be found at http:// www.worcestershire.gov.uk/music www.worcestershire.gov.uk/music. All students will be expected to learn an instrument for at least one full term. Cancelling lessons will require one full half terms' notice. If you would like any further information, please contact the Head of Music, Ms Helen Blythe. ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY Learners are responsible for appropriate usage of the Internet in classrooms, school corridor and all areas of the school. The Internet is provided for learners to conduct research and communicate with others. (Parents' permis- sion is required). Access is a privilege, not a right and that access requires responsibility. Individual users of the Internet are responsible for their behaviour and communications over the network. It is presumed that users will comply with school standards and will honour the agreements they have signed. In addition the school utilizes modern software to monitor learner behaviour and activity. The process is overseen by the e-safety officer. During school, teachers will guide learners towards appropriate materials. Outside of school, families bear responsibility for such guidance as they must also exercise with information sources such as television, telephones, movies, radio and other potentially offensive media. The following are not permitted:  Searching, sending or displaying offensive or inappropriate messages or pictures.  Using obscene language.  Harassing, insulting or attacking others.  Damaging computers, computer systems or computer networks.  Violating copyright laws.  Using others' passwords.  Trespassing in others' folders, work or files.  Intentionally wasting limited resources.  Recording and distribution images or sounds without the permission of the subject.  Sharing, distribution and publishing images of learners displaying inappropriate behaviour and/or breaking school rules.  Inappropriate use of social networking.  Taking photographs or videos using mobile devices without permission. The full Acceptable Use Policy is available on our website.

SCHOOL GOVERNING BODY Parent Governors Mr Keith Cairns Mr Simon Lord Ms Helen Squire LA Governor Mr John Latham Co-opted Governors Mrs Sarah Booth Mrs Suzy Humphries (Vice Chair) Partnership Governors Mr Wilf Talbot (Chair) Mr Derek Haskins Staff Governors Mrs Julie Reilly (Headteacher) Mrs Ginny Campbell Clerk Mrs Amanda Parsons

AUTUMN TERM 2016 TEDS Thursday, 1st & Friday 2nd September TERM STARTS Monday, 5th September th (for Yr7 & 6 Form only) Tuesday, 6th September (Yr8, 9, 10) Yr11 Work Experience September 5th - 9th TED Friday, 14th October HALF-TERM 24th October – 28th October TERM ENDS Friday, 16th December SPRING TERM 2017 TED Tuesday, 3rd January TERM STARTS Wednesday, 4th January HALF-TERM 20th – 24th February TERM ENDS Thursday, 7th April SUMMER TERM 2017 TERM STARTS Monday, 24th April MAY DAY Monday, 1st May HALF TERM 29th May – 2nd June TERM ENDS Friday, 21st July

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