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A Very Warm Welcome

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Welcome to Kingsdale Foundation School

‘The range of subjects taught is imaginative, well constructed and contributes well to students’ achievement and their outstanding spiritual, cultural and moral development.’ Ofsted

Kingsdale is one of the most popular schools in the country and provides exceptionally rich opportunities to challenge students of all abilities including options in Year 9 to study Triple Science, Latin, Economics and Psychology and the opportunity to study two languages from Year 7. Kingsdale attracts many able students. We operate a condensed or accelerated Key Stage 3 programme of study to meet the particular needs and aspirations of all of the students and their families. The school offers a wide variety of academic subjects including 4 or 5 optional courses selected by each child in addition to enrichment activities every day.

Average class sizes are approximately 20 across all subjects. We have one of the best pupil to teacher ratios of any secondary school in London.

Students have access to iPads, PCs, Apple Macs, laptops, wireless technology and a Virtual Learning Environment and we introduced one to one mobile technology across the school from September 2015 i.e. students will benefit from having the opportunity to use a personal iPad safely for educational purposes, as appropriate, in school and at home!

All students at Kingsdale are encouraged to participate in our ‘Trips of a Lifetime‘ programme. Subsidised excursions to amazing destinations such as Japan, Namibia, Brazil, the USA and the French Alps are organised every year.

“The strong commitment to equality of opportunity by school leaders ensures that no group is overlooked and the school ensures that all make similar progress in their learning. Discrimination in any form is not tolerated and this is evident in the courtesy and respect that both staff and students demonstrate for each other.” Ofsted

Sixth Form ProvisionOur exciting and specialist post 16 provision caters for 200 students. Courses on offer include the Baccalaureate, A Levels and an access to medicine scheme. Scholarships are available for students who display particular aptitude in mathematics or performing and expressive arts. Application forms and a prospectus can be obtained from the school on request.For further information, visit www.kingsdalefoundationschool.org.uk

Examination News

Kingsdale Foundation School September 2015

Chloe Wong still breaking records with a total of 6As at AS Level!

Osman will study Chemical Engineering at Newcastle.

Dexter will use his A* to read Mathematics and Economics at Sheffield!

Ohie’s A*AA has helped him gain a place at UCL to study Physics!

Summer 2015 Exam NewsAnother Record Breaking Success!

We are delighted to announce that following last year’s tremendous achievements we have triumphed again by raising the bar even higher with collective, subject and individual accomplishments setting a new benchmark of success for both A Levels and GCSEs. Over 30% of our A Level Students are going to Russell or 1994 Group Universities and we shall once again be in contention for first place in the GCSE performance tables in Southwark. Provisional Results indicate that 78% of students achieved 5 or more A* - C grades including English & Maths at Key Stage 4. There was also a plethora of individual and group success including the unique possibility that Kingsdale may have had the highest attaining student in London or across the country for the second successive year! Jacob Lundie-Fallon achieved an astonishing 15A*s, Distinction* and a grade A at AS Level! Incredibly, he has replicated the phenomenal accomplishment last year of Chloe Wong; who has now achieved 6 grade As at AS Level!! The number of students gaining multiple A*/A grades at GCSE level was at an all time high with 33% of all grades reaching this level and ~ 50% of students achieving at least 3 A*/A grades and over 50 students achieving 8A*/A grades or higher!

Top 12 Star Achievers

Jacob Lundie-Fallon 15A*s, D* & A (AS Level)Louise Guillaume 12A*s, AEmma Lepinay 10A*s, 4As, D*Mothibi Penn-Kekana 9A*s, 3As, D*Aishath Abdul-Matheen 8A*s, 4As, D*Clarissa Burki 7A*s, 7As, D*Julia Evans 7A*s, 6As, D*Felixe Forde 7A*s, 4As,D*Tamsin Mayers 7A*s, 3AsCeyda Faik-Yildirim 6A*s, 7AsAmunet Boafo 5A*s, 8As, D*Adam Clark 5A*s, 8As, D*

D* { Distinction* ~ A*}

We congratulate all of our students, parents and staff for their dedication, skill and commitment and for successfully collaborating to produce such a magnificent set of results.

Well done to Natasha, Louis, Emelia, George, Ayomide, James, Esther, Jack, Arbi, Leyla, Jessamine & Thomas who also achieved 10 or more A*/A grades and to every student who exceeded or fulfilled their potential!

A Special mention to Flo Ward in Year 12 who achieved an A* a year early in her A Level Creative Writing with an amazing 100% in her A2 Papers in addition to 3As at AS Level!

Congratulations Flo Ward!

Students excelled in English and Mathematics with over 85 & 86% achieving top A*-C grades respectively with a 90 to 100% top grade pass rate in subjects as diverse as Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Latin, Textiles, Food Technology and Statistics!

All subject areas performed impressively.

Students achieved an astonishing 1,000 plus A* & A GCSE

grades this year!

Louise & Jacob 27 A*s & 1A between them!

Outstanding GCSE Achievements 2015!

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The audition for Music scholarship is intended to discover musical aptitude and potential. Applicants will be invited to attend an audition in which they will be expected to perform two pieces of music, instrumental or vocal and respond to aural tests. This will be followed by a short informal interview.

• Full Scholarship• Gifted and Talented• Half Scholarship

Different types of Scholarships

Full scholarshipAs a Full Music scholar you would be expected to:

1. Attend instrumental /vocal lessons regularly (individually).

2. Attend the weekly Gifted and Talented Programme.

3. Participate in the allocated instrumental ensemble or choral rehearsals.

4. Perform in formal and informal concerts.

5. Attend organised visits to hear and see concerts, musical theatre and other such events.

6. Attend workshops with Professional Musicians.

Half Scholarship1. Attend instrumental /vocal lessons regularly

(small group tuition).

2. Attend the weekly Gifted and Talented Programme.

3. Participate in the allocated instrumental ensemble or choral rehearsals.

4. Perform in formal and informal concerts.

5. Attend organised visits to hear and see concerts, musical theatre and other such events.

Gifted and Talented1. Our Gifted and Talented programme includes:

2. Group Tuition.

3. Full access to Gifted and Talented provision within the Borough and School.

4. Music related trips.

5. Attend additional practice sessions, workshops and other events as required.

6. Participate in music events inside and outside school.

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Course, Festivals, Progress

FestivalsPupils are entered for festivals such as:

Blackheath, Beckenham and Croydon Music Festivals.

CoursesPupils are encouraged to attend holiday music courses:

DYO, CYM, NYO, SLYO, SYO & Kinetica.

ProgressThe progress of pupils will be closely monitored. Written progress reports will be given to parents and carers. Music scholars will be prepared for the instrumental, vocal and theory exams for the following:

• ABRSM (Associated Board of Royal Schools of Music both practical and theory)

• ABRSM Jazz Syllabus• Trinity Guildhall Exams• Rock School• London College of Music (Musical Theatre)

Music EnsemblesOrchestra and chamber groupsJazz BandJunior Brass EnsembleSenior Brass EnsembleBrass QuartetFlute EnsembleJunior Guitar EnsembleSenior Guitar EnsembleClarinet EnsembleJazz GroupsBrazilian DrummingSteel Pans (Junior and Senior)African DrummingPercussion Ensemble (Junior and Senior)Rock BandsChamber ChoirMusical Theatre ChoirSight Singing ClassesTheory classes Grades 1-8Keyboard ClubAural Training for all exam boardsPupils’ Own Bands


Sports Scholarship

During the course of the academic year scholars will be invited to attend the following sports workshops designed to raise levels of performance whilst developing their knowledge and understanding in related areas.

Sessions will take place during curriculum time and parental authorisation will be required should scholars wish to attend. Scholars will be assessed at the end of each workshop and awarded a certificate to mark their attendance. Please be advised that, to minimise impact on their curriculum areas, sports scholars will requested to attend one session each half term. Sessions will be led by specialist staff from within and outside of the department as well as outside speakers or coaches. Baseline fitness testing for all students takes place during the autumn term with students levels of fitness monitored throughout each key stage.

Below are some of the workshops that have taken place during 2014/15 which are also scheduled to run during 2015/2016.

Towards the end of the academic year scholars will receive a Sports Scholars Report providing an overview of which sessions and courses have been attended during the academic year, baseline fitness test scores, progress during scholars sessions, sporting achievements and representations for the school.

Alex Yee Bronze Medal winner Commonwealth Games Sept 2015

As always we are keen to be kept up to date with the sporting achievements of our students outside of school and invite you to email these to: Ms V Turner, Director of Sport, Health & Recreation at: [email protected]

Expectations of a Sports ScholarAt Kingsdale Foundation School we have high expectations for all our students and it is expected that our scholars demonstrate these at all times.

Sports Scholars are required to:

• Attend every PE lesson/sports session with the correct full school PE kit.

• Complete all PE classwork/homework on time and to a satisfactory standard

• Attend a minimum of two sports workshops during the course of the academic year

• Represent the school in at least one sporting activity during the course of the academic year

• Act as a positive ambassador for the school and faculty at all times

• Study sport as an exam subject at GCSE


Sport CoachingScholars only coaching sessions take place weekly. Sessions are delivered in four week blocks during which time students have the opportunity to participate in different sporting activities within the role of either player/participant, leader, official or coach.

With changes to the PE National Curriculum having come into effect from September 2014, these sessions will encourage scholars to experience competitive sporting settings both within, and outside of, their current specialist areas, whilst developing their levels of performance and knowledge.

Letters for those scholars wishing to attend are available from the PE Department.

Leadership CoursesLeadership sessions take place for scholars every week. During these sessions scholars develop their leadership skills and are given, the opportunity to gain vocational qualifications including the Junior Sport Leaders Award, Higher Sport Leaders Award, Dance Leaders Award and Level 1 & 2 coaching awards. Further details are available from the PE Department.

Department of Sport, Health & Recreation WebsiteFor further information regarding our extensive extra-curricular programme, fixtures, match reports and student achievements please follow the link on our PE page on the school website or visit:

http://www.kingsdaleschoolsports.org.uk

SPORTS SCHOLARS WORKSHOPS 2015/2016

Badminton workshop and trips

to International matches

Rugby workshops and trips to Twickenham

Netball workshops from visiting

national coaches

Track & Field Athletics -

visiting coach

Cricket workshops and trips to International

events

Basketball workshops with

visiting specialists

Dance / Laban Dance Company workshops, Royal Academy of Dance

sessions

BMX Bike Skills - Off site sessions

Football workshops & trials

at premiership clubs

Careers in sport trip to London

event.

Sport scholars representation

at borough leadership events

Trampoline workshop with on

site specialist


What we are looking for in a theatre scholar:Someone with a passion for Theatre and the Arts with an experience of both performing and directing for stage.

Application process:• Completion of the scholarship form• Students applying for the scholarship must

have chosen to study Drama and Theatre studies at A level.

• 15 minute interview• Pre prepared performance of a 2 minute

monologue of your choosing

What we are offering to our theatre scholars:The scholarship will include a personalised programme that could focus on either a specific area or range of areas within the theatre that you would like to specialise in.

Other benefits include:

• Free theatre tickets.• Places on specialised courses that focus on

directing, acting and producing. • Working with professionals and attending

events led by professionals.• Attendance to a range of specialised courses

that focus on the art of direction, acting and production. Responsibility for the leadership of

The Kingsdale Theatre Company.• One to one support with an acting coach for

auditions.• A visit to the ‘Careers in the Arts’ fair.• A range of different work experience

placements in theatres and with companies around London organised by the school. This will be your opportunity to explore a number of different roles within the Theatre Arts.

• Opportunities to attend a number of professional castings.

• Half termly visits to the theatre, this equates to at least 6 visits per year and in most cases will include more.

• Financial support towards costs incurred at auditions for further education courses.

• A yearly development plan where you will be able to highlight a number of development opportunities you would like to be part of.

• Mentoring.

What is expected of you as a scholar?• Commitment and dedication to the subject.• Meeting all deadlines.• 95% Attendance.• Promotion of the subject at Open Evenings and

a number of school events.• At least 1 performance per year with The

Kingsdale Theatre Company.

Post 16 Theatre Scholarship


Arts Scholarship


The internal art scholarship programme at Kingsdale Foundation SchoolThe weekly after school sessions enable our Art Gifted Talented and Scholarship students to have access to accelerated learning practices in Fine Art, Textiles and Photography. They are designed to broaden the knowledge of Art of the students involved and enhance their practical and theoretical skills in the subject. This specialist programme will also help them to achieve excellent results in external art examinations.

We also prepare students for Art Foundation and University courses.

The Art Department has extensive facilities including a ceramics room with a kiln, a photographic darkroom and a Mac computer suite. Students are encouraged to utilise the facilities on offer.

Those students who attend the Art Club on a regular basis will participate in a wide range of exciting and inspiring sessions including:

• Workshops lead by educators from external agencies such as the Dulwich Picture Gallery and the Courtauld Institute.

• Outreach sessions lead by practising Artists in Residence.

• Art competitions organised by leading galleries and Art institutions such as the ARTiculation Prize in collaboration with The Roche Court Educational Trust.

Selected scholarship students will be invited to take part in workshops with external agencies and Art institutions, such as the Royal Drawing School, the Tate Educational Art Workshops and the South London Gallery Drawing Club. They may also attend lectures and talks run by the leading galleries.

• Students will participate in community Art Projects.• Students will receive tutorials to ensure they

are working to their full potential and enjoying the programme.

• Students will be invited to visit exhibitions at the main London galleries.

• Students will put an exhibition together celebrating their artwork.

Art Scholarship students will receive specialist equipment to help them with their studies.

For further enquiries contact:

Head of Art Faculty Mrs. G. Howell


FrenchThe languages team teaches French to all year 7s who have chosen the language as an option.

We are supported by beginning teachers, and use a variety of teaching strategies to help learners acquire French in an environment where the target language is used as much as possible. The department is very well resourced.

We use Expo as our main course book and supplement it with a variety of other resources: all our classes are equipped with dictionaries, electronic whiteboards and now apple TVs, which enable us to teach interactive lessons with Expo electro, Boardworks and other online resources.

All of this is complemented by a yearly educational trip. Lessons are fun and encouraging learners to speak French is one of our main priorities.

Homework is particularly important if what has been practised in class is to be remembered over a longer period of time. Learning homework is set every lesson, a written task every other lesson. Homework should involve research and learners are encouraged to extend what has been practised and find new expressions to use independently.

A vocabulary list is available for each module to help with homework. Learners are given a booklet of exercises which acts as their own textbook and workbook. They can then use this as a homework pack or as revision pack be-fore main assessments. Learners who experience problems

with their homework are encouraged to go and work with Mr Hood or their respective French teacher, at lunchtime.

The course is based on six modules, each one lasting about half a term, songs are incorporated in the modules to help develop memory skills.

There is an end of module test, which shows how learners are progressing, a mark is given, as a percentage, and a level. French is a new subject for the majority but they are expected to be able to write a few sentences on prepared topics and reach level 2/3 by the end of the first term, 3/4 by the end of the year. A few may start to operate at level 5.

Learners will be given the opportunity to develop their cultural awareness by attending day trips to Lille in the north of France.

Language Department


GermanGerman is taught in the option block one lesson per week.

The department is very well resourced. We use Echo as our main course book and have the interactive resources to go with it.


A vocabulary list is available for each module to help with homework.

There is also a published booklet of exercises, kept at home, which learners use as homework pack or as revision pack before main assessments. Learners, who experience problems with their homework are encouraged to go and work with the department, at lunchtime. German DVDs are viewed some lunchtimes.

The course is based on six modules, each one lasting about half a term, songs are incorporated in the modules to help develop memory skills.

There is an end of module test, which shows how learners are progressing. A mark is given as a percentage and a level. German is a new subject for the majority but they are expected to be able to write a few sentences on prepared topics and reach level 2/3 by the end of the first term, 3/4 by the end of the year. A few may start to operate at level 5.

Learners will be given the opportunity to develop their cultural awareness by starting a correspondence with a German speaking penpal in Austria.


SpanishThe languages team teaches Spanish to all Year 7s who have chosen the language as an option. We are supported by beginning teachers, and use a variety of teaching strategies to help learners acquire Spanish in an environment where the target language is used as much as possible.

The department is very well resourced. We use Mira as our main course book and supplement it with a variety of other resources: all our classes are equipped with textbooks, dictionaries, CD recorders, overhead projectors and electronic white-boards, which enable us to teach interactive lessons with Mira electro, Boardworks and other courses. All of this is complemented by an educational trip at the end of the year.

Lessons are often fun and encouraging learners to speak Spanish is one of our main priorities.


A vocabulary list is available for each module to help with homework. There is also a published booklet of exercises, kept at home, which learners use as homework pack or as revision pack before main assessments. Learners, who experience problems with their homework are encouraged to go and work with Mr Navarro or their respective Spanish teacher, at lunchtime.


LatinLatin is taught in an option block for one lesson per week.

The department is very well resourced. We use the Cambridge Latin Course as our main course book and have class sets of dictionaries available for later on, when original texts will be tackled. Books 1 and 2 are covered over the course of year 7 and 8 and copies of books 2, 3 and 4 are available in the school library for pupils who choose to study at Latin at GCSE level.

The CLC provides an exciting, stimulating approach to Latin. Book one is based around Caecilius and his family who lived in Pompeii in the first centaury AD. The book combines Latin and Roman civilisation through Latin stories, background information and original sources.

Homework is particularly important if what has been practised in class is to be remembered over a longer period of time. Either a learning homework or a written task is set every lesson. Homework should involve research and learners are encouraged to extend their own knowledge of the Roman world.

A glossary is available to help pupils with their written homeworks and a vocabulary list for stages 1-12 will be provided at the start of year 7. The Cambridge Latin Course web-site has an enormous variety of resources available to pupils including Latin stories from the textbook which can be viewed interactively as well as games and vocabulary testers. We encourage all pupils to use this site on a regular basis. Learners, who experience problems with their homework are encouraged to go and work with Miss Evans or their respective Latin teacher, at lunchtime.


Mathematics Scholarships

Mathematics ScholarshipDo you have a high aptitude for numbers?

Would you consider taking Mathematics at “A Level” and a Degree in Mathematics or Engineering at a top University?

If the answer is Yes for both then this scholarship Programme might be what you need. Kingsdale’s Mathematics department is offering a Scholarship programme to students who can demonstrate a keen aptitude and enthusiasm for Mathematics.

What We Offer:A Mathematics Scholar will receive the following

provisions:-

• Extra tuition: Students will have the opportunity to benefit from an additional 1 hour per week on average working with Mathematics specialists throughout the academic year. They will be challenged intellectually with higher Mathematical concepts. Some of the sessions will be dedicated to exploring Games. Students will consider the Mathematics behind each type of game and thee strategies for winning.

• Competitions: All scholars will be entered to take part in the Senior, Intermediate and Junior Mathematics Challenge. This is a competition conducted by the University of Leeds for the UK Mathematics trust. This is a one hour test done by the best young Mathematicians across the Country. The top 10% in performance will then

participate in another more challenging aptitude test; Olympiad. Students have the opportunity to measure themselves against the best Mathematicians of their age group n the UK.

• Mensa IQ test: Pupils from Years 7 to11 will be entered to do the Mensa IQ test in the Summer term. This is a highly renowned organisation whose results are recognised and acknowledged internationally.

• Mathematics Master Classes: This will be an out of school session where the scholars will be taught by University tutors. Students have the opportunity to engage with the application of Mathematics in the real world. We have sessions with a top Russell Group University 3 times in the Year.

• National Academy of Gifted and Talented Youth (NAGTY): Scholars will be encouraged and supported to make applications to join this prestigious organisation.

• Residential Trips: This is an opportunity for Scholars to spend 4 - 5 days at a top University attending specially designed classes for and getting an introduction to study-ing Mathematics at University Level.

Solution

7 + 6 + 9 = 22 : 4 - 1 / 3 = 1: 5 + 2 - 8 = -1 - 4 x 5 = 15 : 6 - 1 x 2 = 10: 9 / 3 + 8 = 11


• Early Entry: Scholars will have an opportunity to be challenged in the top sets by some of the brightest students in South London and to be entered for Mathematics related GCSE examinations at the end of Year 10 if appropriate. A fast track learning programme during Year 7 to Year 9 will be available to prepare scholars for external examinations .

So What?If you think you have the aptitude and can handle the pressure of being stretched why not apply for a Mathematics Scholarship at Kingsdale Foundation School.

Assessment Procedures:• All assessments are held in the Spring & Summer

terms whilst the students are still in Year 6.• Assessments are organised by the Mathematics

department and supervised by the Scholarship• Co-ordinator.• The assessment test will last approximately

one hour.• Parents/Guardians/Carers are invited to

support an application with an open reference on their child’s Mathematical potential from a teacher or independent tutor.

• Parents/Guardians/Carers are invited to provide a supporting statement to show how they believe their child could benefit from Kingsdale Foundation School’s Mathematics Scholars Programme.

• Parents/Guardians/Carers will be informed in writing of the outcome of their child’s assessment.

Remember:Mathematics Scholarships are NOT used for admission purposes. Prospective students are only eligible to apply for a Mathematics Scholarship IF and ONLY WHEN they have received a formal offer of a place at Kingsdale Foundation School after 1st March in the Year of entry to Year 7.

2016 Assessment Dates:Saturday 5th March 2016: 2pm - 4 pm Monday 7th March 2016: 4pm - 6pm

Faculty of MathematicsDirector of Mathematics: Mr. M. Silvera

Head of Mathematics: Mrs. M. Bright

Use numbers 1 - 9 to complete the equation. each number is only used once. Each row is an equation. Work from left to right. Each column is an equation. Work from top to bottom.


English Department

The English department are committed to delivering lessons that engage and inspire students. We use a variety of teaching strategies and introduce students to a wide range of texts from the key works in the English literary canon – Shakespeare and Dickens – to contemporary texts, world literature and nonfiction texts which include media.

We believe reading is vital in improving both literacy and independent thinking. Writing is also a key component to imaginative and confident self expression. We encourage drama, debates and discussions in our lessons so that students can explore and develop their literary skills. We encourage students to further develop these skills by contributing to our ‘Student View’, an online magazine. Beyond the classroom we encourage students to expand their love of literature. We also have organised trips.

Homework is given twice a week to consolidate and further enhance their learning experience.

Students are given a summative assessment grade for speaking and listening, reading and writing every half term, as well as undergoing weekly formative feedback through self, peer and teacher assessment.

Our Programme of Study:Year 7In year 7 students will study the following:

• A novel (Either Animal Farm George Orwell or Private Peaceful Michael Morpurgo)

• A selection of poetry

• An Introduction to Shakespeare• Non-fiction texts• A study of literature about London

Year 8• A novel (either Christmas Carol Charles

Dickens or Pride and Prejudice Jane Austen)• A selection of poetry• Shakespeare• Gothic Horror• Non-fiction

Year 9• A novel (either To Kill a Mockingbird Harper Lee

or Of Mice and Men John Steinbeck• Shakespeare• A selection of works on War and Conflict• Poetry since 1978• Post 1914 Drama/Prose (either Blood Brothers

Willy Russell or Lord of the Flies William Golding)

Year 10• Reading and responding to 19th Century fiction• Shakespeare (either Macbeth or The Tempest)• Creative Writing and Transactional Writing• A selection of poetry since 1789

Year 11• 21st Century non-fiction texts• 19th Century novel (either Frankenstein Mary

Shelley or Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde RL Stevenson)• Post 1914 Drama/Prose (An Inspector Calls JB

Preistly or The Woman in Black Susan Hill)• Poetry since 1789• Creative Writing and Transactional Writing


iPads for Learning

Kingsdale is introducing a new student iPad programme to enhance teaching and learning. Kingsdale believes that by harnessing the best mobile technology we open up a wealth of opportunities to improve our students’ learning experience, whilst better preparing them for a future in the modern world.

Our programme will mean that every student has access to the tools and resources that they need to learn by embeddingtechnology into the curriculum in a way that has not beenpossible up until now. Furthermore,students will learn toexplore and produce work in new and engaging ways,embracing creativity and innovation, not just in school butwhenever and wherever they are.

We want to empower students to take control of their learning and to work in a more individual and personalised way. Our teachers will be providing personalised learning experiences for every student that will support and challenge them to perform to the very best of their ability.

We also want to encourage students to work together and have invested in a range of technologies to support the collaborative use of iPads both at school and at home.

How will this programme support students’ learning? Independent academic research undertaken by the University of Hull has shown thatin school where iPads are deployed:

• Parents say that greater motivation,interest and engagement of their child with learning have been the single largest benefit.

• The overwhelming majority of parents believe that students should be allowed to use mobile technologies in their school before they reach the secondary stage and reported that theirchildren gained significant positive dispositions towards learning as a result of access to aniPad.

• The use of iPads has enabled many more students to express their creativity, to engage in peerassessment and in group critiques.

• Parents also appear to become more engaged with the school and their child’s learning when aniPad travels home with the student.

• Personal ‘ownership’ of the device is seen as the single most important factor for successful use of this technology.


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Research literature A page within our new website will contain a summary of the key pieces of information we have shared or need to share with our parents. We intend to use this page along with parent text, email and letters to inform our stakeholders of any meetings, events or further helpful information that relates to the project.

Case studies on the use of iPads within the school environment including those conducted by the University of Hull, Institute of Education and NAACE (National Association of Advisors for Computers in Education) are also available via this site.

Is this programme voluntary?Yes. It is entirely your choice whether or not to enter into the Kingsdale Student iPad programme.

Why iPads?Currently, we believeiPads are the best tablet on the market to support children’s educational development and learning. The hardware is robust and reliable with full day battery life and high resolution cameras front & back but it is Apple’s educational ecosystem that makes iPads our tablet of choice. We consider the framework that Apple and its educational partners offer to be the most advanced available. For example,iBooks Author and iTunes U offer a readymade solution for schools to publish and distribute interactive digital textbooks.

The App Store means that only certified Apps can be installed, giving a high degree of confidence in the Apps to which students have access.

What is the student iPad programme?This is a programme where every pupil has access to his or her own iPad; for their own benefit, available for use both at school and at home. Kingsdale subsidises and makes no profit from this arrangement and passes on allbenefits to families. We understand that these costs are not easily affordable for all and this is why we have provided options that include monthly contributions by direct debit and have set up a school-based equality of access fund.We will continue to examine and review alternative payment schemes.

How will we make sure teaching staff get the most from using iPads?All of our teachers are now engaged in an extensive training programme to ensure they are appropriately skilled to both use and teach with iPads. In addition to this we are developing a three-year training programme for all stakeholders that should enable the programme to be a resounding success.

How many hours per day might a pupil be using a school relatediPad?We will not be judging the success of the programme based on student screen time,


but rather learning outcomes. It is expected iPads will be used in the minority of lessons. Some of the options will involve using the video camera (controlled by the teacher)or working collaboratively with other students. The use of the device will depend upon the student, the teacher, the class, the topic being studied and how best both the teacher and student determine the implementation of programmes of study. There is a facility for parents and teachers to monitor and limit iPad functionality.

Can the iPad be used at home?Yes. Using an iPad both in and out of school facilitates longer term projects, challenge-based approaches and the ability to learn anytime, anywhere; this has the potential to transform our approach to home learning for the better. The iPad will connect to the school Wi-Fi network as well as those available at home or elsewhere.

Even without Wi-Fi access the device can still be used to great effect.

What if my child already has an iPad?We will allow students to use their own iPad but it must match the school specification as detailed in the following BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) section of this guidance.

BYOD (Bring Your Own Device)The iPad will be required to be enrolled into the school management system for security purposes

and to enable us to provide the Apps and content received by other students. The iPad will need to be wiped of all existing Apps and content and reconfigured. Unfortunately, it is not possible for a BYODiPadto be covered by our special extended warranty and insurance cover.

What investments have been made in IT infrastructure?Approximately 2 years ago the School’s IT infrastructure was due to be upgraded when we began this journey. At little additional cost, we made preparations for a potential mobile learning programme, such as the iPad programme.

We have reviewed the suitability of our network services to support 1-1 mobile learning. As a result we have upgraded and expanded Wi-Fi coverage further, improved internet connectivity to make sure that we are ready, should the need arise, to support significant numbers of wireless devices. We have also invested in a Mobile Device Management system to improve security and to ensure the School can manage effectively these new devices.


All pupils study Design & Technology during Years 7 and 8. Pupils complete a variety of design and making projects through the following areas:

• Food Technology• Textiles Technology• Product Design• Computer Aided Design and ManufactureCurrent Key Stage 3 projects include Fusion Cuisine, C’mon Textile Characters, Mechanical Toys, Steady Hand Games, Cinema Food Packaging and Mobile Phone Holders. Images of some completed pupil projects can be seen overleaf.

At Key Stage 4 pupils have the option of selecting at least one GCSE Design and Technology subject. We currently offer AQA GCSE Design & Technology courses in Food Technology, Engineering and Product Design.

2013-2014 saw our first cohort of A level Product Design students begin their course. The A2 stage of the course continues this academic year. We aim to be able to offer further A level Design and Technology courses in the near future.

We have a fully equipped engineering room with specialist Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) equipment, a well equipped workshop, a Textiles Technology room with a computerised sewing machine and a specialist Food Technology room.

Design & Technology


Computing Drives innovation in the sciences, in engineering, business, entertainment and education. It touches every aspect of our lives, from the cars we drive to the movies we watch and the way in which businesses and governments communicate with and hear from us.

Changing TechnologyAn understanding of Computer Science is essential if you want to keep up with changing technology and take advantage of the opportunities it offers in your life- whether it’s as a career or a way of problem solving, or as a way of providing you with a greater appreciation of the way things work.

Computing is a relatively modern area of study, but its roots go back to ancient times.

While it is almost impossible to accurately predict what technological developments will happen next, there are underlying Computer Science concepts and principles that lead to future developments. These can be recognized and applied by people who work in computing.

Computational ThinkingComputational Thinking is one of these processes and it underpins all the learning in our KS3 course. This will provide you with an approach to problem solving that you will be able to use in relation to a wide range of computer related situations non-computer related situations.

Throughout the course, we will look at the processes that led to the development of major ideas and systems. This will give you a much better understanding of how computing has come to be as it is today.

In Year 7:• Year 7 focuses on the understanding of what

is going on inside the computer: How does a computer store data? How does a computer produce images? How do computers receive instructions from humans? At the end of the year, the students will be introduced to basic programming in text-based language Python.

• • Students will also be taught an understanding of how people use computers, and how computer science can be used to improve peoples’ experiences of technology

In Year 8:• We will build on the concepts started in Year 7,

and deepen understanding of computational thinking.

• We will learn more about text-based programming language Python, and write more complex programs. We will also continue to learn about how IT is used, and carry out more practical projects.

Computing


Although no longer deemed a core subject at KS2, Science is still compulsory at secondary school up to and including GCSE. In line with this “Teachers should ensure that the knowledge, skills and understanding of how science works are integrated into the teaching of the breadth of study.”

In years 7 and 8 Students will look at different topics termly covering Biology, Chemistry and Physics during those lessons. Students are regularly assessed for different skills including practical, knowledge and analytical skills.

During Key Stage 4 students will continue Biology, Chemsitry and Physics as more discrete subjects. Based on their performance students will be encourages to follow Triple, Double or Single Science pathways.

Outside of classScience also runs two clubs – Science and STEM. Science club looks to bring in aspects of everyday life and analyse them in a fun scientific way. STEM club is run conjunction with other departments to build students understanding of the developmental aspects of science.

We also regularly run visits to places of interests, fieldtrips, competitions and lectures.

One of the most fun times is during Chick/Duck fortnight. During the fortnight the departments brings in live eggs and encourage students to learn about the development of life. Students watch the eggs hatch through to the chicks/ducklings becoming functioning young organisms.

Science


HistoryOur aim is to provide academic and life lessons, where independent learning, progress and understanding are key.

The History department at Kingsdale Foundation School aims for pupils to acquire and develop:

• an overview of the past;• an independent, analytical and enquiring mind• a grasp of historical interpretation.

We hope pupils will gain:

• a deeper understanding of contemporary society;• respect for social, cultural, ethnic and religious

diversity;• skills to actively participate in our complex and

plural society.

There are five full time history specialists and a number of other humanities teachers within the history department. We are housed in the Humanities area of the school, with classrooms surrounding the Humanities office. The department is well resourced and we are continually looking to improve and to invest further.

At Key Stage 3 pupils in Year 7 and 8 receive two lessons of History a week. GCSE courses start in year 9, and throughout year 9, 10 and 11 pupils receive two lessons of history a week To understand where we are today you must first understand how we got here. The study of history is alive and relevant and touches every aspect of

our society and identity. We at Kingsdale teach a wide and varied curriculum and through that curriculum we teach our students to become independent learners, to question and analyse. Pupils develop into critical thinkers and these skills can be transferred into all aspects later life.

Year 7 topics

Term 1• What is History, The Battle of Hastings, The

Norman Conquest• Feudal System, Doomsday Book, Castles• Life in a medieval village, Life in a medieval town • The development of the English language, The

Plague• Beckett, Peasants Revolt

Term 2• The Crusades, Islamic Civilisation (Science and

Technology) • The Magna Carta• The Tudors (Henry-Elizabeth), Life in Tudor England• The Civil War

Term 3• Cromwell, The Plague, The Fire of London • Development of Science• The Industrial Revolution• Factory conditions, Public Health, Charles

Darwin

Humanities


GeograpghyGeography at Kingsdale will raise the aspirations of all students through quality, excellence and innovation.

Geography is the subject that provides students with the skills required for the 21st Century. It provides opportunities to understand and make sense of the world and the people in it. The world in which we live is likely to see more changes in the next 50 years than it has ever done before and Geography explains why this is and helps to prepare you for these changes. At Kingsdale Foundation School we explore social, economic and environmental issues that are relevant at the local and global scale and enable young people to develop as Global Citizens.

Through their study of Geography at Kingsdale, we want pupils to become:

• Knowledgeable• Inquisitive• Well-rounded

There are six full time and two part-time geography specialists within the geography department. We are housed in the Humanities area of the school, with classrooms surrounding the Humanities office. The department is well resourced and we are continually looking to improve and to invest further.

At Key Stage 3 pupils in Year 7 and 8 receive two lessons of Geography a week. GCSE courses start in year 9, and throughout year 9, 10 and

11 pupils receive two lessons of Geography a week. Geography is a popular option subject at Key Stage 4; pupils currently follow the Edexcel Specification B.

Extra Curricular

Activites

Music DepartmentExtra Curricular Activities

A huge welcome to all Year 7 pupils and specially the Music scholars (Full, Half and Gifted and Talented pupils) It is a pleasure to see the enthusiasm from the Year 7s who have been visiting the Music School to collect the information about their instrumental / singing lessons and Extra Curricular activities. Those pupils play the following instruments.

Violin, Viola, Cello, Harp, Cornet, trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Tuba, Flute, Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Drumkit, Guitar, Electric guitar, Bass Guitar, Recorder, Piano, Singing, Musical Theatre singing, Composition, African Drums and Steel Pans.

We look forward to hearing performances from all these pupils during the Christmas concerts which begin on the 26th of November till 15th of Dec.

Day Lunch Time After School

MondaySenior Brass Ensemble, Music Technology, Junior Jazz Ensemble (12:15-12:45)

Jazz Band 1545-1630

Tuesday

Clarinet Ensemble, Junior Brass Ensemble, Music Technology, Junior Guitar Ensemble, Saxophone Ensemble

Wind Band 16:10-17:00 Music technology KS5

Wednesday

Chamber Choir, Brazilian Drumming, Junior Flute Ens., Cello Ens., Junior Percussion Ens., Electric Guitar Ens., Senior Flute ens.

Orchestra, 15:45-16:30 Music Technology KS4 & KS5

Thursday

Keyboard Class, Senior African Drumming, Bass Guitar group, Senior Jazz Ensemble, Chamber Music

Music technology KS5 16:10-17:00

FridayFolk Band, Musical theatre Choir, Senior Guitar Ensemble, Chamber Music

Senior Percussion Ensemble 15:10-16:10

All pupils having instrumental lessons are expected to attend at least one Musical Ensemble.

Gospel choir takes place from January- April with a conce

Theory Classes

Year 7Tuesday Period 5

Year 8Thursday Period 5

Year 9Wednesday

Period 1Year 10, 11

12 & 13 Friday

Period 6

Anyone can attend the Choirs and Brazilian Drumming.

Sports DepartmentExtra Curricular Activities

Archery Fitness Cycling

Dance American Football Volleyball

Football Basketball Hockey

Badminton Table Tennis Tennis

Athletics Cricket Rounders

Swimming Trampoline Horse Riding

Fencing In-line Skating Yoga/Boxfit

Softball Netball Gymnastics

OAA Rugby BMX

Ballet Health Related Exercises Go-Karting

Remember:Arts, Threatre, Mathematics Scholarships are NOT

used for admission purposes. Prospective students are only eligible to apply for an Arts, Threatre, Mathematics Scholarship IF and ONLY WHEN they have received a formal offer of a place at Kingsdale Foundation School

after 1st March in the Year of entry to Year 7.

Kingsdale Foundation SchoolAlleyn Park, Dulwich, London SE21 8SQ

Tel 020 8670 7575 Fax 020 8766 7051

Open Days for September 2016 Year 7 Entry

Wednesdays Satursdays

16th September 20159.30 am - 11 am 5.30 pm - 8 pm

19th September 2015 11 am - 1 pm

23rd September 2015 9.30 am - 11 am 3rd October 2015 11 am - 1 pm

30th September 2015 9.30 am - 11 am 10th October 2015 11 am - 1 pm

7th October 2015 9.30 am - 11 am

6th Form Open Days for September 2016 Year 12 Entry

Wednesdays

16th September 2015 5.30 pm – 8 pm

14th October 2015 5.30 pm – 8 pm

11th November 2015 5.30 pm – 8 pm

2nd December 2015 5.30 pm – 8 pm

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