SAINTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL

2015 PROSPECTUS

“All that can be expected from the most perfect institutions is that they should make it possible

for individual excellence to develop itself, not that they should produce the perfect individual.”

Henri-Frederic Amiel

mission statem

ent

Welcome 2

Primary Aim of School 3

Our Welcome To You 4

Governors/Staffing 5

Pastoral Care & ETI Summary 6, 7

The Curriculum Organisation 8, 9

Sport 10, 11

School Uniform 12, 13

Examination Results 14

Pupil Achievements 2014 15

School Code Of Behaviour 16, 17

Extra Curricular Activities 18

Careers And Counselling 19

Charging and Remissions Policy 20

Drug Education/Child Protection 21

Admissions Criteria 22

Admissions 23

What Saintfield High Means To Me 24

welcom

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Thank you for your interest in our school. Our school prospectus aims to provide you with an insight to our school days at Saintfield High School and what it is like to be a member of our school community.We are very proud of our pupils who make this school such a success. These successes are a result of three great strengths:

1 A strong school ethos built upon family values and principles;2 The support and co-operation of parents;3 A highly motivated and professional team of teaching and non-teaching

staff.

It was the combination of all 3 strengths which culminated in our eti inspection awarding the school “Very Good” across all areas inspected (March 2012).

Our school mission statement expresses our desire for every pupil to achieve their “individual excellence” and to that end our school has an excellent reputation for high academic standards, pastoral care and extra-curricular provision.

We trust you find our prospectus helpful, for further information visit our school website www.saintfieldhighschool.com or indeed read our eti inspection report which will give you an in-depth analysis of the high quality educational provision we offer all our pupils at Saintfield High.

V WattPrincipal

WELCOME TO SAINTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL

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OUR

PRIMARY AIM

the primary aim

of the school

Aim 3To foster a

positive, caring environment and

develop attitudes through which individuals may learn

respect from others and become responsible

members of society

Aim 5To promote

self-esteem, confidence and self-discipline

among all pupils

To develop a well ordered

school community, in which staff and

pupils work together with mutual respect in the pursuit of individual

excellence for all pupils.

Aim 2To provide a

broad balanced and relevant

curriculum for each pupil

Aim 4To establish a

creative and secure educational partnership

between the school, the home and the

communityTO ACHIEVE THIS PRIMARY AIM,

WE HAVE FIVE SUBSIDIARY

AIMS.

Aim 1To promote the spiritual, moral,

cultural and physical

development of each pupil

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our welcom

e to you

When I found out I had officially become a pupil of Saintfield High School, I was overjoyed. I was aware of the school’s wonderful reputation, and looking back, I couldn’t wait to be a part of such a positive and welcoming community. I remember being extremely nervous and shy, faced with the worries that came with the transition to a Post-Primary School.Looking back, now that I am in Year 12, I couldn’t be more proud of what I have achieved at Saintfield High School. I have been on an amazing journey throughout my educational career here, and have achieved so many personal goals. The fact that I, a shy and anxious first year, would be rewarded with the position of Head Girl, is amazing.I feel both blessed and honoured to represent this school, both because of its reputation and what it means to me. Saintfield High School has taught me so many valuable lessons and has shaped me into a confident and determined version of myself, and for that I will always be grateful.

JORDAN WILSON

HEAD GIRL

HEAD BOY

In Primary 7, pupils have to begin thinking about which Post-Primary School they are going to attend, and I was in that very position five years ago. It was a huge decision for me, as it will be for you too, and I was very nervous about what my future held! However, once I stepped through the doors of Saintfield High School, after attending the Open Evening, the nerves disappeared. The warm friendly atmosphere that drifted from room to room in the school, simply confirmed my decision.This encouraging atmosphere has not changed after five rewarding years. This school has helped me reach my full potential in all aspects of school life, and allowed me to achieve more than I could ever have dreamed of.I was recently appointed the role of Head Boy of Saintfield High School and I am extremely honoured to hold this position. This school has provided me with a firm foundation for my future endeavours, and I will miss the friendly and motivating teachers. I am truly confident that this school will meet all of your expectations and more.

THOMAS MARTIN

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governors and staffing

Chairman Mr W J Dick Secretary Ms V Watt Vice-Chairman Mr S W CarlisleMrs G Burgess • Mr E Downey • Mrs A Fraser • Mr L Fergus • Mrs J Gribbon • Mr J Megraw • Mr W Neill • Miss A Mullen

BOARD OF GOVERNORS 2014 - 2017

STAFF 2014 - 2015

PRINCIPAL Ms V Watt, B Ed, M Ed, PG Dip G & C, PGCEd.Man Vice-Principal Miss S-L Hynds, MA (Hons), MA, PGCE, MEd

Mrs H Birt, PGCE, B Mus • Mr D Bolton, B Ed (Hons) Mr T Bolton, B Ed (Hons), Cert Ed • Mrs R Bradley BA(Hons), PGCEMr M Carter, BSc (Hons), PGCE, PQH • Mrs D Cheshire, BA (Hons), PGCEMrs J Crowe, BSc, PGCE • Mrs L Cullen, BA (Hons), PGCEMrs A Dempsey MSc, PGCE • Mrs V Derby, B Ed (Hons), MEdMr M Elliott, BA (Hons), PGCE • Mrs R Elliott, BSc (Hons), PGCE, Dip PD (SEN), CCETMiss S Greene, BA (Hons) PGCE • Miss L Henderson, B Ed (Hons)Mrs E Irwin, B Ed, DASE • Mrs L Jackson, BSc (Hons), PGCE, MScMrs W Johnston, B Ed, MSc • Mr C McCracken, BA (Hons), PGCEMiss D McGuigan, BA (Hons), PGCE • Miss J McWhirter, BEd (Hons)Miss A Mullen, B Ed • Mr M Murphy, BSc, PGCEMiss K Salmon, B Ed (Hons), Dip DSc

STAFF 2014 - 2015

Laboratory TechnicianMrs L McClurg

I.C.T. TechnicianMrs M Espeso-Shaw

Classroom AssistantsMrs G BairdMrs D BurrellMrs C FrenchMrs B JonesMrs S McDowellMiss V OrrMrs C PayneMrs K Roy AdministrationMrs C Gibson, School SecretaryMrs K MaxwellMrs B Fletcher (part-time)Mrs S J Reid, Library Assistant (part-time)

Building SupervisorMs I Leckey

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PARENT/CARERS ~ OUR PARTNERSHIP WITH YOU Teaching and non-teaching staff of Saintfield High School consider ourselves to be partners with you, the parents/carers in your child’s education. We believe that a pupil’s education is enhanced when parents and teachers share common objectives.

PASTORAL ORGANISATIONOn enrolment at Saintfield High School all pupils are allocated to a tutor group, the maximum size of which rarely exceeds twenty-five pupils.

In Saintfield High School we believe that pupils learn best when they are in a happy and caring environment where they are respected as individuals.

The team of staff who provide overall pastoral care and who monitor attendance and academic progress include:

The Form TutorEach tutor has specific responsibility for pupils in his/her class group and is the main point of contact for parents. Form Tutors monitor academic progress and exercise pastoral care of the boys and girls in their form class. If pupils have any concerns they may talk to their Form Tutor. Form Tutors are supported by our school Counselling Team.

The Head of Senior School and The Head of Junior SchoolThe Head of Senior School , Years 11 – 12, is Mrs Bradley, with Mrs Derby as Head of Junior School, Years 8 – 10. Both teachers

pastoral care

have special responsibilities for all the classes within their Year groups. They liaise with the Form Tutors, Vice-Principal and Principal in all matters pertaining to Pastoral Care.

The Vice-Principal for Pastoral CareMiss S-L Hynds is our Vice-Principal for Pastoral Care. Within her role, Miss Hynds provides support to all members of staff in implementing the School’s Pastoral Policies, and liaises with parents, external agencies and the Principal.

Special Educational Needs Co-ordinatorMrs Elliott is our Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator. Mrs Elliott ensures those pupils on the SEN register receive their statutory school educational plan.

Special Needs ProgrammeThe progress of all pupils is monitored throughout the year through a process of formal testing, assessment, reviews and reports. Our aim is to ensure that prompt intervention strategies are put in place when deemed necessary.

Specialists in English, Science and Mathematics are involved in supporting teaching and learning in the classroom. Our aim is to maximize the learning opportunities of all our pupils.

Those pupils identified as having a Special Education Need will benefit from Individual Education Plans drawn up according to the recommendations of their statement of need. The School follows the requirements of the SEN Code of Practice.

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A summary...INSPECTION REPORT March 2012

“We are bursting with pride”

Quality of EducationVery Good

Overall standards achieved by pupils Very Good

Provision for LearningVery Good

Quality of Provision in English Very Good

Quality of Provision in Mathematics Very Good

Quality of Provision in Modern Languages Very Good

Quality of LessonsGood - Outstanding

Working relationships between staff and pupils Very Good

Provision for SENVery Good

Quality of Care, Guidance and Support Very Good

Curriculum Provision Key Stage 3 Very Good

Curriculum Provision Key Stage 4 Very Good

Quality of Careers Education (CEIAG) Very Good

Quality of Leadership and Management Very Good

Quality of Safeguarding Children Very Good

THE AIMS OF OUR PASTORAL CARE ARE EXPRESSED WITHIN A RANGE OF PASTORAL POLICIES.

If you wish to receive a copy of any of these, please contact the Principal’s Secretary, Mrs C Gibson. Alternatively visit the school’s website.

for a full report visit http://www.etini.gov.uk/index/inspection-reports.htm

pastoral care

Pastoral care is extended beyond the classroom through a wide range of extra curricular activities.

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the curriculum organisation

KEY STAGE 3 ~ JUNIOR SCHOOLFor the first 3 years (Years 8 – 10) pupils follow the programmes of study as set out in the Education (NI) Order 2006. Pupils will study the following subjects:

Physical EducationReligious EducationScienceTechnology & Design

ICTLearning for Life & WorkFrenchMusicMathematics

Art & DesignEnglish with MediaGeographyHistoryHome Economics

KEY STAGE 4 ~ SENIOR SCHOOLFor the Senior School years (Years 11 and 12) pupils, having selected in Year 10 the subjects they wish to persue, follow GCSE/BTEC programmes of study in up to 8 subjects. Pupils can choose from a menu of 29 subjects:

Agriculture & Land Use (CCEA)

Art & Design (CCEA)

Business Studies (CCEA)

English Language (CCEA)

English Literature (CCEA)

French (AQA)

Geography (AQA)

Health & Social Care (CCEA)

History (AQA)

Home Economics (CCEA)

Information & Communication Technology (CCEA)

Journalism (CCEA)

Learning for Life & Work (CCEA)

Mathematics (CCEA)

Further Mathematics (CCEA)

Motor Vehicle & Road User Studies (CCEA)

Music (CCEA)

Occupational Studies: (CCEA) Business & Services Construction Engineering & Engineering ServicesPerforming Arts (AQA)

Physical Education (CCEA)

Prince’s Trust Religious Studies (CCEA)

Science (AQA)

Additional Science (AQA)

B Tech Science (Edexcel)

Sociology (AQA)

Technology & Design (CCEA)

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the curriculum organisation

• Business Studies • English And Media Studies • Geography • Health & Social Care • History • Home Economics • Information Technology • Learning For Life And Work • Mathematics • Modern Languages • Motor Vehicle & Road Users Studies• Music And Performing Arts • Occupational Studies• Personal Development • Physical Education• Religious Education • Science • Technology & Design

DEPARTMENTS

Parents are encouraged to ensure that each week day evening one to two hours are spent on hard uninterrupted study. This will cover not just homework but also extra work, and much needed revision. This is a necessity if work completed in class is to be adequately reinforced and developed. Pupils are provided with a homework diary and a homework timetable is produced for each class to ensure a relatively uniform distribution of homework throughout the week. Parents should ensure that pupils are given privacy, quietness and reasonable facilities for study. Written homework should frequently be signed by parents. Where in parents’ opinion a homework is too long or difficult for a pupil to finish, a consultation with the subject teacher or Form Tutor is encouraged.

HOME STUDY

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sport

SCHOOL’S SPORTING AIMSThe interaction of individuals and groups through Physical Education and Games.

1 To encourage each child to adopt a healthy lifestyle.2 To help them acquire skills.3 To prepare them for positive, lifelong leisure and recreational activities.4 To encourage the pupil to be critical and inventive and to develop as a person.5 To create an appreciation of cultural heritage.

We aim to make pupils proficient competitors in the major sports while giving them a knowledge and understanding of as many sports as resources and time allows.

SPORTS AVAILABLEAthletics Dance/Aerobics RugbyBadminton Golf SoccerBasketball Gymnastics SwimmingCricket Hockey VolleyballCross Country Running Netball

SPORTS FACILITIES

The School’s Sports playing fields have been upgraded to include a new pavilion with changing rooms and outdoor fitness area. We are delighted that the Department of Education has granted the school a Sports Hall. This new build project is due to commence December 2014.

Hire Facilities at:Robinson Centre (swimming pool)Comber Leisure CentreLa Mon Hotel & Country Club

Soccer Pitch5-a-side Pitch and Training AreasSchool Gym with Fitness EquipmentUse of Cricket PitchUse of Council Hockey Ground

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sport

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GIRLSBLAZER: A black blazer with school badgeSKIRT: Grey - length NOT shorter than midway between end of blazer and kneeSHIRT: White with Junior or Senior School tieJUMPER: Official School ‘V’ neck jumper (compulsory November - February inc)SHOES: Plain black low heeled, soft soled school shoes (no fashion shoes, trainers or pumps)TIGHTS: Black tightsOUTWEAR: Official School outdoor coat and Official School scarfBAG: Plain black

SUMMER TERM In the summer term a short sleeved white blouse can be worn.

school uniform

BOYSBLAZER: A black blazer with school badgeTROUSERS: BlackSHIRT: White with Junior or Senior School tieJUMPER: Official School ‘V’ neck jumper (compulsory November - February inc)SOCKS: Grey or blackSHOES: Plain black, soft soled school shoes (not gym shoes or boots)OUTWEAR: Official School outdoor coat and Official School scarfBAG: Plain black

SUMMER TERM In the summer term a short sleeved white shirt can be worn with tie12

school uniform

BOYS PE SHORTS: Black two tone soccer shortTOP: Maroon rugby shirt with white collarSWEAT-TOP: Grey with school badgeSOCKS: Maroon long sports sock with 3 black bandsCOAT: Black outdoor coat with school badgeTROUSERS: Black tracksuit bottomsGYM SHOES: White with non-marking sole. Football bootsShin pads and gum shield are recommended

For both Boys and Girls a CONVENTIONAL hairstyle is considered to be part of the uniform requirement.Jewellery is kept to a minimum for reasons of safety, distraction and loss of property:

• One small plain gold/silver stud ear-ring is allowed in the lobe of each ear – rings/hoops are not permitted.

• One small ring and watch allowed. • Only badges associated with school to be worn

in school.• No chewing gum, peanuts or nut products are

permitted within school premises.• No make-up or nail varnish

IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT ALL ARTICLES ARE CLEARLY MARKED WITH PUPIL’S NAME IN INDELIBLE INK

GIRLS PESKORT: Black games skortTOP: Maroon polo shirtSWEAT-TOP: Grey with school badgeSHORTS: Black stretch shortsSOCKS: Maroon long sports sock with 3 black bandsCOAT: Black outdoor coat with school badgeTROUSERS: Black tracksuit bottomsGYM SHOES: White with non-marking sole.Shin pads and gum shield are recommended.

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examination results

GCSE EXAMINATION RESULTS 2013-201476 pupils were entered for GCSE examinations. 28 GCSE or the equivalent subjects were offered• 75% gained A* - C in 5 or more subjects• 52% gained A* - C in 5 or more subjects including English and

Mathematics• 56% gained A* - C in 7 or more subjects• 48% gained A* - C in 7 or more subjects including English and

Mathematics• 97% gained A* - E• 100% gained A* - G

The importance of examinations for entry to higher/further education and employment cannot be overlooked. Our teaching organisation encourages pupils to sit external examinations. Results in these examinations have been of a consistently high standard over many years. It is school policy that all pupils attempt the fullest range of subjects possible at GCSE level - plus other non-GCSE options. On average each pupil attempts eight GCSE examinations.

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pupil achievements 2014

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DESTINATION OF THE 76 YEAR 12 PUPILS ( JUNE 2014)

“We were delighted with the achievements of our Year 12 students. As well as their academic achievements no pupil left in 2014 without having developed a wide range of skills in sport, music, hobbies plus personal and social skills”.

Employed (1)

A Levels Non-

Grammar School (3)

FE College (33)

A Levels Grammar

School (22)

Training / Apprenticeship

(17)

SAINTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL

THE ASSOCIATED BOARD OF THE ROYAL SCHOOLS OF MUSIC1 Pupil Grade 1 Cornet1 Pupil Grade 2 Trumpet1 Pupil Grade 3 Trumpet1 Pupil Grade 4 Saxophone LONDON COLLEGE OF MUSIC2 Pupils Preliminary Level Acoustic Guitar4 Pupils Level 1 Acoustic Guitar

MUSIC EXAMINATIONS

THESE ARE IN PLACE TO HELP THE SCHOOL TO RUN SMOOTHLY AND TO PROTECT BOTH PEOPLE AND PROPERTY

DO1. Be polite and mannerly to all staff and pupils.2. Wear full school uniform to the required standards.3. Be punctual to school (8.25am) and to all classes.4. Carry a black schoolbag - containing all that is needed in preparation for each class.5. Ensure your behaviour allows others around you to learn.6. Use appropriate language within the school premises.7. Respect the school environment, its accommodation, equipment and resources.

The following rules will automatically attract discipline and sanctions

DO NOT1. Leave grounds anytime between 8.25am and 2.40pm without permission from School.2. Damage school or other pupil’s property.3. Bring mobile phones into school ~ if essential, leave with school secretary.4. Bring chewing gum into school.5. Bully anyone in any way.6. Engage in disruptive, threatening, abusive or offensive behaviour.7. Bring in products containing nuts.

The above was drawn up in consultation with staff and pupil representatives of Student Voice.

PROMOTING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR• Good behaviour is expected from each pupil in the school, indeed

unless good behaviour is present effective teaching and learning cannot take place.

• Society rightly expects that a school sends out its pupils with high standards of behaviour.

• The three most important spheres of influence on behaviour are home, church and school. Each needs to play a full part in the education process.

• In this school we seek to encourage the development of self discipline with mutual respect for others. Abundant opportunities are provided for children to be engaged in worthwhile activities where such development may readily take place.

• When behaviour in school is unacceptable there is a need for sanction and punishment. These include, in ascending order of seriousness:

(a) Sanctions within the classroom. (b) Sanctions within the school.(c) Sanctions beyond the school - suspension and expulsion

following communication with Board Officers and Chairman of Board of Governors.

Parents should note that they will be informed in advance when pupils are detained and that entitlement to free transport does not itself exempt a pupil from detention.

The school policy on Promoting Positive Behaviour is circulated to all parents of Year 8 pupils each June and reviewed annually. REPORTSProgress of all pupils is monitored throughout the year by continuous assessment and by examinations in the Summer Term. Those taking external examinations are given a trial examination also in the Spring Term of Year 11 and Year 12. Reports are issued twice a year. Parents should feel free to enquire about their children’s progress at any time and likewise the school will bring to parents’ attention any problems needing their assistance either by letter or Home School Links meeting. There is a separate Parents’ Consultation Meeting for each year group annually and parents/carers are strongly encouraged to attend.

school code of behaviour

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school code of behaviour

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extra curricular activities

There is a wide range of clubs,

societies and extra curricular activities in Saintfield:

GCSE Revision classes, coursework and portfolio clinics in all subjects,

together with Choir, Drama, Book Club, Film Club, Dance, Scripture Union, Netball, Hockey, Rugby, Badminton, Football, Craft/Sewing/Baking, Duke

of Edinburgh’s Bronze Award, Showjumping League, Fishing,

Fantasy Football

CHARITY FUNDRAISING September 2013 – June 2014

CHARITIESAt Saintfield High

School we believe that we have a responsibility to engage

in activities which will raise money to enhance or assist in

the lifestyles of others.We support a wide range of

charities through a varied range of activities.

SEP 13 Macmillan (coffee morning) 146.33NOV 13 Musical Evening (PTA) 735.00NOV 13 Poppy Appeal 70.25NOV 13 Children in Need Appeal 675.00NOV 13 Read-It – Praxis Care 1794.11NOV 13 FAME – piggy banks 68.89DEC 13 Non-uniform money 270.00JAN 14 FAME – piggy banks 20.50FEB 14 Leprosy Mission donation 60.00MAR 14 Action Cancer (Easter basket) 97.00APR 14 Age NI (donation through Charity Ball) 545.50APR 14 Action MS 3641.00MAY 14 YPI competition ~ award to Marie Curie 3,000.00JUN 14 FAME – piggy banks 79.54

TOTAL £11,203.12

Parent/carers and our local community are always extremely generous in support of our fundraising appeals.

Not everything that happens in a school can be measured by examination results. Personal and social skills, motivation, loyalty, idealism and spiritual qualities, more important to many, and largely immeasurable in examinations, are developed in this school through our curricular and extra curricular activities.

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PRINCIPALMs Watt

VICE-PRINCIPALMiss Hynds

MRS DERBY MRS IRWIN MRS BRADLEY (Head of Junior School) (School Counsellor) (Head of Senior School)

FORM TUTOR

TEACHER

careers and counsellingA WHOLE SCHOOL APPROACH TO THE MANAGEMENT OF THE ISSUES PERTAINING TO BULLYING BEHAVIOURIn Saintfield High School we firmly believe that every child has the right to learn and every teacher also has the right to teach in an atmosphere free from fear and intimidation. We do not tolerate any form of bullying.

If a teacher witnesses a bullying incident or has a bullying incident reported to them, they will immediately investigate by speaking to the parties involved. Each case will be followed up to support/prevent a recurrence of the problem. It is the bullying behaviour we disapprove of … not the pupil(s).

The lines of communication are illustrated on the following diagram:

Parents and pupil(s) are the central focus of our lines of communication.

CAREERS EDUCATION CEIAGRoutine careers advice is offered to all pupils in Years 11 and 12 with the emphasis being on helping them to make their own decisions in life. The Careers Officer from the Department for Employment and Learning visits the school weekly to give any practical help necessary. Careers talks and visits are provided for school leavers.

Pupils in Year 11 spend a week in the Summer Term on a Work Experience opportunity.

Current careers education is enhanced by the addition of interviews from the Department for Employment and Learning.

Year 12 pupils experience simulated interviews which provide invaluable experience of the real thing. Year 10 pupils begin the process of personal career planning through the Learning for Life and Work programme which is continued into Year 11 through timetabled careers periods and the ‘Employability’ programme of study. 19

CHARGING AND REMISSIONS POLICYThe Education Reform (Northern Ireland) Order 1989 retains a general commitment to the concept of free education for all pupils throughout the period of compulsory schooling. However the Board of Governors seek an annual voluntary contribution of £20 per family to a School fund designed to support a wide variety of extra curricular activities for pupils in years 8-12.

All teaching of subjects prescribed in the Northern Ireland Curriculum is given free of charge to parents, as are all entries for public examinations offered by the School and taken by pupils for the first time. Parental requests for the re-marking of External Examinations will be charged for in full.

Individual tuition in a musical instrument is at a nominal fee of £200 tuition and £45 instrument hire per annum subject to review. The instrument hire is free to pupils whose parents are receiving Income Support. No charges are made for transport of pupils representing the School, for example in team games, inter school quizzes, community service or musical events.

However, charges are made where parents indicate in advance a wish to own a finished product, for ingredients, materials and/or components used within practical areas of the curriculum like Home Economics or Technology and Design. Similarly, where parents have agreed to their child’s participation in a residential trip which takes place mainly outside School hours, charges are made to cover the costs involved. Optional activities organised by the School which require charges to be made, require the written consent of parents before their children are permitted to participate in them.

Fuller details of the School’s policy on Charging and Remissions may be had from the Secretary to the Board of Governors.

All documentation related to the delivery and management of the School curriculum plus South Eastern Board information and departmental circulars are accessible in the School Office subject to an appointment being made through the school office.

charging and remissions policy

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HOW A PARENT CAN MAKE THEIR CONCERNS KNOWN TO THE SCHOOL

The details contained in this Prospectus are correct at December 2014, but should any subsequent changes take place, these will be published in the Board of Governors’ Annual Report and records of the changes will be available from the School Office.

Term dates and holidays for 2015 - 2016 will be known in May 2015. Details of these dates are issued to pupils in September 2015.

Please take time to visit our school website on: www.saintfieldhighschool.com

DRUG EDUCATION POLICY

SAINTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL’S CHILD PROTECTION ARRANGEMENTS(a) If any parents have concerns about the safety of their (or another)

child they can inform: (i) Ms Watt, the Principal, or (ii) Mrs Irwin, the School Counsellor, who is the Designated Teacher responsible for co-ordinating action on Child Protection Arrangements, or (iii) Miss Hynds, the Vice-Principal, in the absence of Mrs Irwin.

(b) Reporting back on the progress and outcome of a complaint will be by the Designated Teacher approached.

(c) Other avenues open to parents to pursue their complaint if they remain dissatisfied with the outcome is first to refer the matter to the Principal if she has not as yet been involved, or second to refer the matter to the Chairperson of the Board of Governors. A flow-chart of the process is included for your information.

Within the curriculum of Saintfield High School drug education is organised through the Personal, Social and Health Education Programme (PD) of the school and augmented by the subject programmes of study. Appropriate external speakers are invited to expand on relevant topics throughout the year.

The PD Programme takes into account the age and perceived level of maturity of the pupils in each year group.

“Children are influenced

by their peers, their parents, youth culture,

the media and others - but education, in particular through the schools, has a key role to play in ensuring that young people know the risks of drug taking

and have the knowledge and skills to resist”. (Drug

Prevention and Schools: DFE 1994)

drug education/child protection

I have a concern about my/a child’s safety

I can talk to the class/form tutor

If I am still concerned, I can talk to the Designated Teacher for child protection Mrs Irwin - School Counsellor/Miss Hynds - VP

If I am still concerned, I can talk to the Principal - Ms Watt

If I am still concerned, I can talk/write to the Chairman of the Board of Governors

At any time, I can talk to Social Services orthe Police LOCAL CARE Unit

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Admissions will be determined by a designated sub-committee of the Board of Governors, which shall include the Principal. The Board of Governors reserves the right to require such supplementary evidence as it may determine to support or verify information on the Transfer Form.

You will be required to present verification documents AFTER your child has been offered a place at the School. Original documents are required and not facsimiles or photocopies. The provision of false or incorrect information or the failure to provide verifying documents according to the required deadline may result in either the withdrawal of a place or the inability of a School to offer a place.

In the event of the School being over-subscribed pupils will be admitted according to the following criteria, applied in the order set down:

1 Children who have a child of the family* currently enrolled at the school. Applicants should record on the Transfer Form the name of the child and

date of enrolment at the school.

2 Children who have had a child of the family* who attended the school. Applicants should record on the Transfer Form the name of the child and

date he/she left Saintfield High School.

3 Children who are the eldest child(ren) of the family* or the first child of the family to transfer to a non-selective school (verification required) and who attend a traditional contributory primary school (see list of feeder schools below).

Academy, Saintfield Down High Prep Alexander Dickson Downpatrick Andrews Memorial Glasswater Ballynahinch Killinchy Cairnshill Killyleagh Carr Knockbreda Carrickmannon Millennium Integrated Carryduff Moneyrea Cedar Integrated St Mary’s, Comber Comber St Mary’s, Saintfield Derryboy Spa

4 Children who attend a feeder/named primary school (see list of schools

above) and who list Saintfield High School as their first preference post-primary school on the Transfer Form.

5 All other children.

If following the application of the above criteria in order there comes a point where there are more children who meet a particular criterion than there are spaces available, priority will be given to children:

a) Who list Saintfield High School as their first preference post-primary school then;

b) For whom Saintfield High School is the nearest suitable school as measured by the Ordnance Survey web distance measurement tool.

*Child of the family as defined in The Procedure for Transfer from Primary to Post Primary Education, Annex 2, Paragraphs 3-5.

When considering which children should be selected for admission, the Board of Governors will only take into account information which is detailed on or attached to the Transfer Form. Parents should therefore ensure that all information pertaining to their child and relevant to the school’s admissions criteria is stated on the Transfer Form or attached to it.

YEAR 8 WAITING LISTApplicants who did not gain a place in Saintfield High School as part of the transfer procedure will automatically be placed in rank order upon the school’s admissions waiting list after 23 May 2015.

Should a place become available after 1 September 2015, priority will be given to those applicants who have named Saintfield High School as their first preference non-selective school. In the event of a place becoming available the School will contact the applicant’s parent/carer to arrange an interview with the Principal or Vice-Principal. New applications for Year 8 will be added to the waiting list in rank order/date order after applying the admissions criteria.At the end of Year 8 the Principal’s Secretary will contact all applicants’ parents/carers on the waiting list to determine whether they wish to remain on the waiting list. Those applicants wishing to remain on the waiting list will be dealt with according to the criteria listed in Admission to Saintfield High School other than at the Customary Transfer Stage (see School’s website: www.saintfieldhighschool.com).

TRANSFER PROCEDURE 2015

admissions criteria

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admissions

Year Admission Enrolment

2011 68 369

2012 68 373

2013 68 368

2014 68 367

APPLICATIONS AND ADMISSIONS

Year Applications Received Pupils Admitted

September 2011: 99 applications 68 pupils admitted

September 2012: 88 applications 68 pupils admitted

September 2013: 76 applications 68 pupils admitted

September 2014: 97 applications 68 pupils admitted

ADMISSION DETAILS

Year Saintfield HighSchool Percentage

Northern Ireland Average Percentage

2010-11 94.40% 90.90%

2011-12 94.20% 91.40%

2012-13 94.10% 91.30%

2013-14 94.70% Not Available

ATTENDANCE

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what saintfield high m

eans to me

“I like Science because you get

to do experiments.” Jessica Dunlop 8MY

“Saintfield High School is a wonderful

school. I have made a lot of new friends and they are all

talented in their own way.” Rachel Gourley 8JA

“The classrooms are so big at

Saintfield High School. This means we can do drama, group work and lots of fun

activities.” Sophie Thompson

8CR

“Saintfield High School is a great school.

All the teachers are very friendly and the food in the

canteen is delicious.” Oliver Rickey 8JA

“In Technology we make really exciting and

cool things, I love the chance to use the machines.” Jodie Moore 8CR

“I like Saintfield High

School because it has a really good library. There are lots of computers to use and

lots of books to read.” Catherine Rossiter

8MY

“There are lots of afterschool clubs at

Saintfield High School. I have joined the hockey club and have

great fun each week.” Nikita Kirk 8CR

“I love Saintfield High School because the

teachers make you feel very welcome and it opens the door

to different opportunities.” Sarah Cushley 8MY

“All the teachers are really friendly

and you can go to them with a problem.”

George Millar 8MY

“Everyone is so friendly in this school.

People look out for each other and are so kind and thoughtful.”

Ben Stephens 8CR

“I really like Saintfield High School

because there are lots of new subjects to try and all the

teachers are really nice.” Daniel Gibson 8MY

“Saintfield High School is such a super school

and I am delighted to be a part of it.”

Joshua Reid 8JA

“The older boys and girls here are really nice and they try to help you if they can.”

Samuel Cleland 8CR

“This school is really friendly

and welcoming.” Rebecca Anderson 8JA

“I was a little scared before I came, but everyone

has made me feel so welcome – I am just fine now.”

Jonathan Watson 8JA

“I love the food in the school

canteen, it is also a place where you can meet and chat

with your friends.” Ethan Hanna 8CR

“The teachers are all very friendly here,

they really care about us.” Lois Love 8CR

“I have found Saintfield High School very

welcoming, I have made lots of new friends here.”

Matthew Moore 8CR

“I have been made to feel so welcome

in this school. It is like my

second home.” Erin Sethuraman 8JA

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