prep 5 to form 1 transition meeting tuesday 26th may, 2015
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Prep 5 to Form 1transition meeting
Tuesday 26th May, 2015
Introductions
Mr. Christopher NewtonForm 1 Head of Year
The purpose of today’s meeting:to outline our transition process and give you some essential information about the
Senior School.
Parent handbookParents will be given access to a portal which will have:• updated information about school
procedures and routines• a list of useful emails sent to parents• calendar information• contact & medical information• absence data• school reports• rewards and sanctions• staff lists and contact informationThe portal will replace today’s handbook.
Transition week
Transition week
• Taster lessons will be held on Thursday 28th and Friday 29th May.
• Your children will be meeting some of the Form 1 teachers as well as their Head of Year (Mr Newton)
• They will experience some of the lessons they will have in Form 1 – science, English, mathematics, geography or history and an introduction to Brazilian Studies.
• The morning session will allow your children to get used to the feel of the Senior School!
Tutor groups
Tutor groups
• We will have six tutor groups, which will have around 14 pupils in each group.
• Tutees will see their tutor every morning for registration, where they will take part in planned activities to get them going in the morning.
• They will also have an allocated tutorial session once a week which will be centred around our PSHE programme (on Wednesday period 7).
Organisation and presentation
Organisation & presentation
• In the Senior School we aim to develop independence and encourage our pupils to learn how to organise themselves.
• You can help us to do this by encouraging your children to check their timetable for the day ahead and making sure they have their equipment.
• We strongly encourage the use of the diary as a means of organisation.
What to expect
• Do not be concerned if each set for a subject is doing a different topic. They will all complete the same curriculum.
• This also means that homework assignments could vary from one set to the next. Again, do not worry.
• Pupils in Form 1 will have a homework timetable to provide structure and balance.
• Pupils should read in both languages for 15-20 minutes each evening.
What to expect
The most important thing you can do as parents?
Please support us by encouraging your children.
• Your child may find it overwhelming in the first few weeks... Keep encouraging them.
• They may struggle with homework... Keep encouraging them.
• They may fall out with friends... Keep encouraging them.
• They might find the work, assessments and expectations challanging... Keep encouraging them.
The first few days in Senior School
The first few days in the Senior School
• Help your child feel relaxed by ensuring that they arrive at school with enough time to find their tutor room and get organised.
• Make sure that your child gets enough sleep.
• Your child will receive their diaries and timetables.
• Your child will receive a locker and a combination padlock.
• Your child will continue to use their school email account.
• Your child will receive a list of ECAs and should discuss their choices with you.
Communication and parent-teachingmeetings • There will be two parent-teacher meetings in Form 1
• If other meetings are required, please make appointments to see tutors and teachers.
• If you need to communicate with the School the first point of contact is with your child’s tutor.
• The head of year can also be contacted but only unless the matter is of a serious nature ([email protected])
• Pupils will receive three reports and an end of year report
• Our aim is to make your child more responsible and independent in their learning, so encourage them to make the first move to solve problems.
How can I keep track of my child’s progress?
How can I keep track of my child’s progress?• Ask them! They should have a good idea of how
they are doing.
• Check their diaries.
• Read their reports and help set targets with them.
• Attend the parents’ evenings.
• Regularly check the school bulletin (Paulean) and Firefly.
• If you have concerns, ask the tutor.
Key dates
Key dates
• Wednesday 5th August Classes begin
• Monday 10th August, 5pm F1 Parents’ Welcome Evening
• October/November (specific date to be confirmed)F1 Parents’ Evening