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September 2020 Dear Parent/Carer We are looking forward to welcoming all students back for face to face schooling from September. The school will continue to operate differently to ensure everyone’s safety. The College’s staff members are working hard to make operational plans effective and to secure progress with our key school improvement priorities:

achieving an ambitious curriculum experience for all students in all subjects;

embedding consistent and effective behaviour for learning across the school;

ensuring that SEND teaching and provision enables all students to be successful.

Providing the optimum conditions to enable all learners to thrive, flourish and succee d is our core purpose at Linton Village College. Our students’ safety and success relies on commitment and engagement from all members of the College community. We ask that you stay as involved as you can be in your child’s learning. LVC prides itself on being a caring school which places relationships at the heart of learning. The last six months have required us all to adjust to remote education; parental support has been central to this. This handbook helps to share some essential information with you. The College’s Home -School Communication Policy and Home-School Agreement are key documents to support a positive and productive relationship between the school and parents/carers. Full copies of other policies are also available on the College website. Your child’s form tutor is your key point of contact with the College and you are encouraged to keep in touch with them and other members of staff to share relevant information or any queries or concerns that you may have. There are a number of other ways that you can have further involvement in the life of the school. LVC’s PTFA, The Friends of LVC, is always keen for new volunteers to help with fundraising and community events. We also operate a Trust Fund to support particular College developments and to support enrichment opportunities. While school trips and fundraising events are temporarily paused, many of our families continue to rely on Trust Fund subsidies.

Our young people have coped remarkably with the significant changes to their schooling. I am grateful for your understanding in these exceptional times and look forward to continue to work in partnership for the benefit of our young people. Yours faithfully Helena Marsh Principal

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CONTENTS

HOME SCHOOL COMMUNICATION Support at LVC 3 House Teams 4 Photos of Teaching and Support Staff 5-15 Governing Body List 16

THE ESSENTIALS Key Dates 17 Policies 17 School Map 18 Student Attendance 19 Request for Absence 19 Home - School Agreement 20 Responsible Behaviour at LVC 21 Code of Conduct for the use of Technology 22 Linton Village College does NOT Tolerate Bullying 23 The College Day, timings and assembly rota 24-25 Student Out of Bounds Map 26 Uniform 27 Students' Equipment and Lockers 28 Home Learning 29 Learning Support and How can your child get help? 29 8mates 29 sQuid, the College’s Online Payment System 30 Medical Arrangements 31 E Safety (internet safety) 32 Transport to and from the College 33-34 The Linton Learner 35

ASSESSMENT Assessment and Data Tracking 36 Assessment, Reporting and Parents’ Evenings 37

PASTORAL CARE The Form Tutor 38 Pastoral Support 38 Think Pink for Safeguarding 39

Friends of Linton Village College 39

Think Pink for Safeguarding Poster 40

ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES Enrichment Activities and The Linton Enrichment Challenge 41

COLLEGE FACILITIES

Sports Facilities and Library 42-43

LITERACY AT LINTON VILLAGE COLLEGE 44

CAREERS EDUCATION INFORMATION, ADVICE AND GUIDANCE (CEIAG) 45-46

THE TRUST FUND 47

This booklet is designed to share with you information which we at

LVC hope will enable you to contact us easily, and know how life at

the College is organised.

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House Teams

VOYAGER HoH Mrs Keen DHoH Miss London SLT Link Mr Jenkins 7ST Miss Tennyson S1-3

7SC Miss Crooks S2-1 8HRo Miss Roberts 4

8KL Miss London PE1 9LKa Ms Kahr (M, W, F), Mrs Craig (Tu, Th) AR2

9OM Dr Marston, Mrs Bloxam (Wk2 Tu) S2-1

10JH (prev. 9JFi) Mr Hyde 1 11JT Mr Taylor TEB

11EM Mrs Merry E2

ENDEAVOUR HoH Mrs Darvill DHoH Mr Ford-

Compton SLT Link Mr Jenkins

7AFC Mr Ford-Compton M2

7CT Mr Toms ICT2 8RM (prev. 7SF) Mrs Mann (M, Tu, W), Mrs Frost (Th, F) TE2

8NAS Mr Ansell M5 9KM Mrs Milne (M, Tu, Th), Mrs Horner (W, F) TE1

9EH (prev. 8WS) Miss Howells MB1

10AW Mrs Wylie M1 11NW Mrs Waites (M, W, Wk 2 Th, F), Mrs Juckes (Tu, Wk1 Th) S1-4

11RD Mrs Durham (Tu, W, T, F), Mrs Juckes (M) TE3

DISCOVERY HoH Mr Pelly DHoH Mrs Fisher SLT Link Mrs Matarazzo 7JFi Mrs Fisher (M, Tu, W, Th), Mr Smyth (F) E3

7EFS Mrs Friend-Smith 2 8CPa Miss Payne MB2

8AH (prev.7GP) Miss Harris Te4

9NS Miss Stoddart S1-2 9LT Mrs Tod (Tu, Th, F), Mr Smyth (M, W) 19

10LA Mrs Ayers 8 10IF Mr Farr BS

11MC Miss Cherrier 3

PIONEER HoH Mrs Addley DHoH Ms Price SLT Link Mrs Matarazzo 7SKe Mr Kerley PE2

7HS Miss Smith M4

8SD Mrs Dawson (M, Tu, W), Mr Simmons (Th, F) 5 8TDa Mr Davis E4

9JPr Mrs Price (M, Tu, W, Th), Mrs Addley (F) E5 9PM (prev. 8MP) Mr Mikkides M3

10GB Mr Barton S1-1 10LC Mrs Crump E6

11JMc Ms McGrath (M, Tu, Th, F), Mr Simmons (W) AR1

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Staff 2020 - 2021

Senior Leadership Team

Mrs Helena Marsh (HM)

Principal Engl ish

Mr Tim Darby (TD)

Deputy Principal Mathematics

Mrs Shahla Matarazzo (SM)

Acting Deputy Principal

Designated Safeguarding Lead

Art

Mr Cameron Fehr (CF)

Assistant Principal Head of Mathematics

Mr George Jenkins (GJ)

Assistant Principal PE/Mathematics/

Geography

Miss Carey Mayzes (CM)

Assistant Principal French & Spanish

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Arts Faculty

Miss Linda Kahr (LKA)

Head of Faculty

Drama

Mrs Hannah Cra ig (HCR)

Art

Mrs Helen Juckes (HJ)

Director of Music

Miss Karen Latto (KLA)

Mus ic

Ms Jul ie McGrath (JMC)

Head of Art

Mrs Laura Tod (LT)

Head of Drama Student Leadership

Coordinator

Mrs Cathy Washbrooke

(CW) Head of Dance

Mr G Bowyer Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mr C Charlesworth Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mr A Chivers Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mr D Ecclestone Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mrs R Gods i l l

Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mrs H Horton

Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mrs E Mason

Peripatetic Music Teacher

Mr G Matthews

Peripatetic Music Teacher

Miss Linda Kähr (LKa)

Head of Arts Faculty

Drama

Mrs Helen Juckes (HJ)

Director of Music

Ms Jul ie McGrath (JMc)

Head of Art

Mrs Laura Tod (LT)

Head of Drama

Student Leadership Coordinator

Mrs Helen Frost (HFr)

Head of Dance

Mrs Hannah Cra ig (HCr) Art

Miss Karen Latto (KLa)

Mus ic

Peripatetic Music Teachers

Mr Gavin Bowyer

Peripatetic Music Teacher

Mr Chris

Charlesworth Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mrs Sarah Clark

Peripatetic Music Teacher

Mr Dan Ecclestone

Peripatetic Music Teacher

Mrs Rachel Gods i l l Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mrs Hannah Horton Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mrs Emma Mason Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mr Gi l Matthews Peripatetic Music

Teacher

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Mr R Partridge Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mr L Thorne Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mr A Vel lacott Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mrs V Vel lacott Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mrs A Wol ls ton Peripatetic Music

Teacher

English

Faculty

Mrs El len Merry (EM)

Head of Faculty

Mrs Liz Crump (LC)

Second in Faculty

Mrs Ri ta Bloxam (RB)

Engl ish

Mrs Daniel le Darvi l l (DD)

Head of House Engl ish & Drama

Mrs Janna Fisher (JFI)

Engl i sh

Mrs Ruth Mann (RM)

Literacy Leader Engl ish

Ms Jemima Price (JPR)

Engl ish

Mr Richard Partridge Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mrs Alesha Racine Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mr Louis Thorne Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mr Andy Vel lacott Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mrs Abby Wol ls ton Peripatetic Music

Teacher

English Faculty

Mrs El len Merry

(EM) Head of Faculty

Mrs Liz Crump

(LC) Second in Faculty

Mrs Ri ta Bloxam

(RB) Engl ish

Mrs Daniel le Darvi l l

(DD) Head of House

Engl ish & Drama

Mr R Partridge Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mr L Thorne Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mr A Vel lacott Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mrs V Vel lacott Peripatetic Music

Teacher

Mrs Janna Fisher (JFi )

Engl i sh

Mrs Ruth Mann (RM)

Literacy Leader Engl ish

Ms Jemima Price (JPr)

Engl i sh

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Business & Enterprise Faculty

Mr Ian Simmons

(IS) Head of Faculty

CEIAG Lead

Bus iness

Mr John Taylor

(JT) Head of Design &

Technology &

Engineering

Mr Connor Toms

(CT) Head of Computing

Mr Peter Nash

(PN) Des ign & Technology

Mrs Al i son Harris

(AH) Head of Food

Technology

Mrs Regan Neaves

(RN) Food & Nutrition

Technician

Humanities Faculty

Miss Cheney Payne

(CPa) Head of Faculty

Head of PSHE Research Champion

RS

Mr Jerry Hyde (JH)

Deputy Faculty Leader

Director of Enrichment

Head of Geography

Mrs Ruth Durham (RD)

Head of History

Mrs Laura Ayers (LA)

Geography

Miss Kim Horner (KH) RS

Miss Emi ly Howel ls (EH)

His tory

Mrs Karen Mi lne (KM)

His tory

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Maths & Science Faculty

Mr Pete Smyth (PS)

Head of Faculty &

Head of Science

Mr Neale Ansel l (NAS)

Data Analysis

Mathematics

Mr Guy Barton (GB)

Head of KS4 Science &

DofE Leader

Miss Sara Crooks (SC)

Science

Mr Alex Ford-Compton

(AFC) Mathematics

Dr Ol iver Marston (OM)

Head of KS3 Science

Mr Paris Mikkides (PM)

Mathematics

Mr Adam Pel ly (AP)

Head of House Science

Miss Hannah Smith (HS)

Mathematics

Miss Nicole Stoddart (NS)

Science

Miss Sarah Tennyson (ST)

Science

Mrs Nicola Waites (NW)

Science , H&SC

Mrs Angela Wyl ie

(AW) Head of KS4

Mathematics &

Statistics

Mrs Suzanne Avis

(SA) Science Technician

Mrs Natasha Spearing

(NSp) Science Technician

Mrs Melanie

Symonds (MS)

Science Technician

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Modern Foreign Languages Faculty

Miss Marion Cherrier

(MC) Acting Head of

Faculty

French

Ms Emma Friend-Smith

(EFS) Acting Spanish

Coordinator

Spanish

Mrs Louise Keen

(LK) Head of House

Spanish & French

Miss Hannah Roberts

(HRo) Spanish & French

Sports Faculty

Mr Samuel Kerley (SKe)

Head of PE

PE

Miss Kel l ie London (KL)

Head of BTEC Sport

PE

Mr Tom Davis (TDa)

PE

Student Support Team

Mr Ian Farr

(IF)

Inclusion Manager

Mrs Nicky Addley (NA)

Safeguarding Officer Head of House

Lisa Kennedy (LKe)

Attendance and Welfare

Administrator

Mr Phi l Priestley (PP)

Inclusion Consultant

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Support Hub

Ms Sarah Hayes (SH)

Case Worker

Mrs Marta Hi l l (MH)

Case Worker

Administrator

Learning Support Team

Mrs Anna Garner

(AJG) Director of Inclusion

SEN Co-ordinator

Ms Sal ly Dawson

(SD) Provision Leader for

Communication and Interaction Difficulties

Mrs Katie Tooke

(KT) Provision Leader for

Cognitive Learning Difficulties

Mrs Louise Auger

(LAu) Teaching Assistant

Mrs Isabel Fish (IFi )

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Charlotte Foster (CFo)

Teaching Assistant

Dr Deborah Gi lbert (DG)

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Lindsay Levine (LL)

Teaching Assistant

Ms Karen Perry (KP)

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Gai l Russel l (GR)

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Nicola Sca l ly (NSc)

Teaching Assistant

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SLT Support HR Support

Mrs Lisa Sanford (LS)

PA to the

Principal & SLT

Mrs Ann Badcock (AB)

HR Administrator

Administrative Support Team and Cover Team

Mrs Al ison Rothwel l

(AR) Admin Support & Cover Manager

Mrs Rachel Drennan

(RDr) Receptionist

Communications/

Admissions Team

Mrs Lynda Godden

(LG) Administration

Support

Mrs Paul ine Kenning

(PK) Exams Officer

Mrs Sarah Knight

(SK) Receptionist

Miss Michelle Morley

(MM) Administration

Support and Data Officer

Mr Huw Rigels ford

(HR) Cover Supervisor

Finance Team

Mrs Rebecca McKenzie

(RMc)

Finanace Manager

Mrs Helen Fenn (HF)

Finance & Enrichment

Officer

Miss Anna Swan (AS)

Finance Officer

Mrs Teresa Carter (TC)

Finance Officer

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Catering Team

Mrs Carol Perrett (CP)

Catering Manager

Mrs Sa l ly Dew Senior Catering

Assistant

Mrs Sandra Udal l Senior Catering

Assistant

Mrs Linda Hoy Catering Assistant

Site Team

Mr Robert Gardner

Site Manager

Mr Kevin Hornsby Groundsman

Mr Nei l Reed Maintenance Officer

Mr Steve Rogers Assistant Caretaker

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IT Support (Precedence) Library

Mr Stephen Borrill

Mr Phil Reeves

Mr Dan Turner IT Support

Mrs Dawn Hay (DH)

Librarian

Cleaning Team (NORSE)

Mrs Sandra Mayes Cleaning Supervisor

Mr Luke Atherton Cleaning Ass is tant

Miss Stacie Ba i ley Cleaning Assistant

Miss Rosemary Clout Cleaning Assistant

Miss Alys ia Dumma

Cleaning Assistant Mrs Karen Smith

Cleaning Assistant Mr Varghese

Kolenchery Cleaning Assistant

Mrs Anita Walker Cleaning Assistant

LVC Governance

For a full l ist of names see the ‘Governing Body List’ on

Page 16

Mr Peter Woodroff

Chair of Governors Mrs Carolyn Babinsky

Vice Chair of Governors

Mrs Tracy Coston

Clerk to the Governing Body

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Community Education Team

Mr Sam Pol lard Sports Centre

Manager

Mr Sean Keenan Sports Centre

Assistant

Mr Toby Peters Sports Centre

Assistant

Miss Lucy Sutton Sports Centre

Assistant

Linton Out of School Club (LOSC)

Mrs Denise Bennett LOSC Manager

Mrs Jackie Lloyd Playworker

Mrs Diane Martin Playworker

Contacting Staff

Office email address: lintonvc@lvc.org If you wish to contact a member of staff by email, you can do so in the following way: firstname.surname@lvc.org. A list of staff email addresses can be found on the college website.

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Governing Body List September 2020

Staff Governors (3) Helena Marsh (Executive Principal) helena.marsh@lvc.org Peter Smyth (Teacher) peter.smyth@lvc.org Linda Kahr (Teacher) linda.kahr@lvc.org Parent Governors (4) Paul Jackson Clive Turner Andrew Docherty Rachel Hickey Community Governors (10) Peter Woodroffe (Chair) Carolyn Babinsky (Vice-Chair) John Batchelor Jill Carter Denise Hall Scilla Harvey Vanessa Whitcombe Vacant Post Vacant Post Vacant Post

Associate Governor Jonathon Ellis-Miller

Clerk to the Governing Body Tracy Coston tracy.coston@lvc.org Resources Committee Carolyn Babinsky (Chair) Paul Jackson (Vice-Chair) Scilla Harvey John Batchelor Helena Marsh Clive Turner Rachel Hickey Andew Docherty Standards Committee Peter Woodroffe (Chair) Jill Carter (Vice-Chair) Denise Hall Helena Marsh Scilla Harvey Peter Smyth Linda Kahr Vanessa Whitcombe Principal’s Performance

Management

John Batchelor (Chair) Carolyn Babinsky (Appeal) Jill Carter (Assurance)

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Key Dates

Autumn Term 2020

Staff training days 3 & 4 September

Starts 7 September (Week 1)

Staff training day 2 October

Half-term 26-30 October

Staff training day 27 November (Disaggregated)

Autumn term ends 18 December Spring Term 2021

Starts 4 January (Week 1)

Half Term 15-19 February

Spring term ends 26 March Summer Term 2021

Starts 12 April (Week 2)

May Bank Holiday 3 May

Half-term 31 May-4 June

Enrichment Week 7-11 June (Week 0)

Staff training day 21 June

Summer term ends 22 July

N.B. The full college calendar is available in Outlook/Office 365.

Policies

Effective communication between the College and home is an integral part of securing academic success and positive well-being for students at Linton Village College. Please refer to LVC website for a copy of our Home

– School Communication Policy. A complete list of college policies is available on the LVC website at: http://www.lvc.org/pages/Policies.php The Home/School Agreement is included in this section. This is an important document and forms the basis of our tripartite relationship. Each of us, parents, college and students has responsibilities. It supports us all if we have a baseline we can refer to if circumstances dictate. The college is not merely a service provider and we depend on your support and involvement. There may be times in the future when we need to refer back to the Home/School Agreement.

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School Map

E4 E5 E6

M5

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Learning

Hub

Support

Hub

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Rooms

2-5 Modern Languages 1 & 8 Geography 18 Drama 19 SLT classroom

20 Mus ic M1-M4, Te1 Mathematics E1-E6 Engl ish

TeA, TeB Des ign Technology Te1, Te2 His tory

Te3 & Te4 Food Technology ICT1 & ICT2 Computing Mb1 & Mb2 RS BS Bus iness Suite

S1.1-S2.3 Science A Atrium

WCR West Common Room ECR East Common Room

SCR Staff Common Room OCR Old Common Room

R Reception

PEMb PE Mobi le 1 & 2 TS IT Tech Support

GT Girls Toilets BT Boys Toilets

BS

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Student Attendance

Regular attendance is essential if students are to gain the maximum benefit from school. Attendance is monitored closely and data is produced and analysed at the end of each half term; this is also reported to the governing body. All unexpected absence must be reported to the College by parents / carers at the earliest opportunity on the first day of absence. Parents / carers should contact the College by telephone on 01223 891233 and follow the instructions to report a student absence. If we do not hear from parents / carers, we will endeavour to make contact via the numbers you supply to ascertain the reason for absence. Please notify you child’s form tutor and Mrs Kennedy, Attendance and Welfare Administrator, ( lisa.kennedy@lvc.org) in advance of any planned absence, e.g. doctors or dental appointments. If your child’s attendance drops below 97%, you can expect to be contacted by the College by letter to indicate our concern about attendance. Where attendance drops lower than this and no genuine health problems can be identified, absence would be unauthorised and further steps taken to support an improvement in the pattern of attendance. The full Attendance policy is published on the College website.

Request for Absence

Any request for absence must be made using the College Leave of Absence Request Form which can be found on the website here: http://www.lvc.org/indigo/ckfinder/userfiles/files/Absence%20Request%20Form%20Nov%202017.pdf. Please note that absence is only authorised under exceptional circumstances; more information can be found on the back of the form. When complete, this form should be returned for the attention of Mrs Matarazzo (shahla.matarazzo@lvc.org) and Mrs Kennedy.

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Home-School Agreement

The Parents/Carers I/we will do my/our best to ensure that:

my child goes to College regularly, on time, properly equipped and in the correct uniform

the College is made aware of any problems or concerns likely to affect my child’s work or behaviour

my child is supported in the completion of homework and other opportunities for learning outside College

the policies of the College are fully supported

at least one parent attends parents’ evenings or any other meetings called by the College to

discuss progress I/we maintain as thorough and up to date knowledge of College life as possible

I/we will adhere to the college protocol on communication

Linton Village College The College will do its best to ensure that:

high expectations of all students in terms of work and behaviour are maintained a balanced curriculum is organised so as to meet the individual needs of all pupils

you are kept informed about College matters in general and your child’s progress in particular

an open and welcoming approach is maintained at all reasonable times and opportunities are offered for you to become involved in the daily life of the College

your child is safe, cared for and happy

it adheres to the protocol on communication

The Student I will do my best to ensure that I:

attend College regularly and on time

bring the equipment I need each day wear the uniform properly and am tidy in my appearance

behave properly and responsibly at all times

do my classwork and homework to the best of my ability am polite and helpful to others

I confirm I have read and fully understand the content of this Agreement. Signature (Student): …………………………… Signature (Parent/Carer): ................................................... Signature (Principal): ……………………………….. Date: .........................................................................

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Code of Conduct for the Use of Technology

Introduction At Linton Village College, we aim to educate and protect you in your use of technology. The use of the latest technology in your lives is growing rapidly, but with its use comes responsibility, in particular to protect both yourselves and the College from abuse of these technologies. This guide covers the use of all electronic devices within the school, irrespective of who the owner is. The College accepts no responsibility for any mobile technologies brought in and those who choose to bring them into the College are responsible for them and bear the responsibility for any losses. Mobile phones and other electronic devices will not be allowed to be seen, heard or used on the College site between 8:30am and 3:05pm. This includes all devices that have the ability to connect to the internet, send or receive any type of message, or play music or games, including smart watches.

Using the College’s Equipment and Network

When using the College’s ICT equipment you must use it responsibly and treat it with respect. You are

expected to report any damage or missing/loose connections immediately to a member of staff. You must use the internet in a responsible manner and take care to keep yourself and others safe. The College uses a filtering system to protect you from inappropriate materials. You must not make any attempts to bypass this or any other security measures in place on the network. The College monitors and logs use of the network, including the internet, and your personal file space. You may use your personal area for storing any files that are directly related to your work in College. Remember, you are responsible for keeping your passwords safe and when using your College email account you are representing the College community. All electronic communication must be polite and professional. You should always keep personal details priv ate so that you are not easily identifiable by others and remain safe. When carrying out research, it is important to reflect upon the sources you are using and not attempt to pass off others’ work as your own. You must report any abuse, misuse or access to inappropriate materials to a member of staff immediately. You can do this in person, by emailing thinkpink@lvc.org or by completing a ThinkPink Peer postcard or contacting a member of the safeguarding team - Mrs Matarazzo, Mr Farr, Mrs Addley, Mrs Darvill or Mrs Keen.

Student I understand that my parents may be informed if I misuse the College network or the internet. I have read this guide and understand that full details can be found in the College’s Mobil e Device Policy and e-Safety Policy, located on the College Website. I recognise the need to swiftly report inappropriate activity to the relevant organisation, e.g. the website/app provider, the police or possibly the College if this activity is likely t o impact upon the safety and/or well-being of a child at the College. Signature (Student): ………………………………………….......... Date: ....................................................

Parent/Carer I/we understand the information provided in this guide, and that full details can be found in the College’s Mobile Device and e-Safety policies, located on the College Website. I/we acknowledge that it is my/our responsibility to monitor the apps and websites that my child accesses outside of College and to ensure they are age-appropriate I/we understand that it is my/our responsibility to encourage moderate and responsible use of devices and technology. I/we recognise the need to swiftly report inappropriate activity to the relevant organisation, e.g. the website/app provider, the police or possibly the College if this activity is likely to impact upon the safety and/or well-being of a child at the College. Signature (Parent): ………………………………………….......... Date: ....................................................

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Linton Village College does NOT Tolerate Bullying

Linton Village College is a place where every person has the right to be themselves and to be included in a safe and happy environment. We believe that everyone at our school should be treated with equal fairness

and respect.

Bullying is hurtful or unkind behaviour which is deliberate and repeated. Bullying can be done by one person or by a group pf people towards another person, or group of people, where the bully or bullies hold more power than those being bullied.

Bullying can involve any of the following things listed below.

Hitting or threatening to hit someone Touching someone inappropriately or without their consent

Calling someone names or spreading rumours or gossip about someone

Stealing, hiding or damaging someone’s property Deliberately ignoring someone or leaving them out

Sending hurtful or unkind texts, emails, or online messages to or about someone Remember that bullying isn’t just physical and it can happen outside or inside school.

If someone is deliberately and repeatedly being hurtful or unkind towards you or someone e lse, whatever that looks like or for whatever reason, it is bullying.

What kinds of bullying can happen?

Bullying can be based on any of the things listed below.

Race or Ethnicity Religion or belief

Culture or family background

Gender (sexist bullying) Sexual orientation (homophobic or bi-phobic bullying)

Gender identity (transphobic bullying)

Special educational needs or disability

Appearance or health conditions Home or other personal situation Not every kind of bullying is on this list.

What should I do if I’m being bullied or someone else is being bullied? -

It is really important to report bullying. In the end, it will help to stop the bullying whether it is happening to you or someone else. If you know that someone is being bullied, try to reassure and support them, tell them what is happening is wrong and help them to tell a trusted adult. There are many different ways to report bullying:

Tell any member of staff. Please note that Mr Farr is the Anti-Bullying Coordinator at Linton Village College.

If you are a Year 7 student, you can tell one of our “8mates” who will regularly attend registration.

You can also report bullying by: - Emailing thinkpink@lvc.org - Phoning Ian Farr 01223 891233 extension 335 - Using the worry boxes in the Atrium and The Support Hub - You can also call ChildLine at any time for free on 0800 1111 to speak to a counsellor. Remember your

call will be confidential which means they will not tell anyone else about what you have said.

School staff will make sure that bullying is recorded and taken seriously and will follow up to support yo u or the person being bullied. They will also act to sort out the situation with the bully and any others involved.

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The College Day

The College Timetable We operate a two-week timetable which means that your child will not have the same lessons on the same days each week, as shown on the sample timetable below.

Week 1

Period 1 Mon 1 Tue 1 Wed 1 Thu 1 Fri

Registration or House Assembly

1 Physical Ed SKE

Design Tech JT TE5

English LC TE3

Religious Ed CPA 8

Art JMC AR2

2 Mathematics AW M1

Music HJ MU

Mathematics AW M1

Sci S OM S14

Drama LKA DS

Break

3 History RD 2

Sci S OM S14

Design Tech JT TEB

Physical Ed SKE

French CM MB2

4 French CM MB2

English LC TE3

History RD 2

French CM MB2

Physical Ed SKE

Lunch

5 English LC TE3

Religious Ed CPa 8

Sci S OM S14

IT PW IT2

Sci S OM S14

Week 2

Period 2 Mon 2 Tue 2 Wed 2 Thu 2 Fri

Registration or Year Assembly

1 English LC TE3

Geography JH 1

Design Tech IS TEB

Physical Ed SKE

Mathematics AW M1

2 Mathematics AW M1

Design Tech IS TEB

Mathematics AW M1

Geography JH 1

Sci S OM S14

Break

3 History RD 2

English LC TE3

Sci S OM S14

French CM MB2

History RD 2

4 French CM MB2

Art JMC AR2

IT PW IT1

Music HJ MU

English LC TE3

Lunch

5 Mathematics AW M1

Drama LKA DS

English LC TE3

Design Tech JT TE5

Religious Ed CPA 8

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Timing of the School Day

Registration/Assembly 08.30 –0 8.50

P1 08.50 – 09.50

P2 09.50 – 10.50

Break 10.50 – 11.15

P3 11.15 – 12.15

P4 12.15 – 13.15

Lunch 13.15 – 14.05

P5 14.05 – 15.05

Breaktime and Lunchtime All students must remain on the school premises throughout the day. At breaktime students are supervised by the daily duty teams. Food may be purchased from the dining hall or atrium using sQuid cards. All food may only be consumed in the designated eating areas and not whilst walking around the site. Students in receipt of a Free School Meal allowance will have their sQuid cards credited weekly with the appropriate amount. At the start of lunch Year 11 may go to the front of the queue in the dining hall before 1:25pm. Years 7 to 10 – may eat packed lunches or cold food on the bowling green. Note: the bowling green area excludes the steps behind the dining hall, garden and car park, and area around the kitchen and old reception. When the bowling green is too wet to use students may eat outside the front of the East Common Room. Year 11 – same as for younger years with the extra option of using the Year 11 garden for eating outside. At lunchtime students may use the field in front of the main building, but they should not go near the road/driveway, where many cars are parked, or stand or sit on the bank at the front of the college. The field is split in two – one half for ball games and the other for socialising. Drinks may be consumed on the field, although unwanted cans/bottles must be placed in the bins provided.

Students on Site After 15.15 Students should only be on the school site after 15.15 if they are attending a club/revision session led by a member of staff or if they are in the library as part of the homework club provision. Library opening times are: Monday – Thursday 15.05 to 17.00 and Friday 15.05 to 16.00. Students must not wander around the site unaccounted for and should sign out of the club when they leave.

Assemblies Week 1 – House Assemblies Week 2 – Year Group Assemblies Assemblies start promptly at 8.30am in the Hall. Students will be registered in assembly, so they should go there on arrival at school and be seated in their allocated rows.

Assembly Week 1 Assembly Week 2

Mon - Year 7

Tues Endeavour Year 8

Weds Discovery Year 9

Thurs Pioneer Year 10

Fri Voyager Year 11

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Student Out of Bounds Map

Key School Buildings Recreational Spaces Granta School

The area marked with an asterisk * outside the East Common Room may be used in the winter months if the Bowling Green is out of action. Eating on Site Students are not permitted to eat when moving around the College site. Eating outside the dining hall, commons rooms and atrium is permitted in the following areas:

The Year 11 Garden is for year 11 students only.

The Bowling Green can be used by all years. The paved are outside the East Common Room when the bowling green is too wet.

At lunchtime the front field is divided into two areas, one of which is solely for those wishing to play ball games. No food is to be consumed on the field, but drinks are permitted. Out of Bounds Areas The following areas are out of bounds to students:

All grass areas, except those outlined on the map.

Behind the Music Block and Room 18 are out of bounds, except when exams are on.

The passage way by the side of the Sports Centre. At the front of College the steps behind the hall, the kitchen car park and beyond the turning circle are out of bounds.

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Uniform

Below is the list of non-logo items that students are permitted to wear.

Skirts Trousers Shorts Shoes

Skirts must be smart, black, to the knee and pleated, tights must be plain black

Trousers must be smart, black, tailored and full length

Shorts must be smart, black, tailored and just above the knee

Shoes must be smart, black and polishable (please note that canvas or any visible branding is not permitted), socks must be plain black and ankle length

Alternative Product Codes

To further support uniform purchases, the College has

compiled a list of alternative suppliers on the College

website. The list is not exhaustive however any

products must be very similar to those pictured above

to meet expectations.

Jewellery

Only a watch (without internet connection),

studs in pierced ears (maximum of two in each

ear lobe), invisible retainer in nose piercing and

one charity wristband (with the name of a

charity on it) is permitted.

Hair & Make-up

Hair should be natural in colour and no

extreme hairstyles are permitted. Only subtle,

discreet, natural-looking make-up is

acceptable. Please note that false eyelashes,

acrylic/shellac nails or coloured nail varnish is

not allowed.

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Students' Equipment & Lockers

Essential: pen, pencil, rubber, note book, ruler, calculator and student planner. The student planner will be given out on the first day of term.

Calculators and Geometry Sets recommended for students by our Maths department, can be purchased via sQuid card online. Students should bring their calculator to school every day.

Desirable: spare pen, pencil sharpener, glue stick (very useful), compasses, set square, protractor, coloured pencils, a card or plastic folder to carry A4 sheets of paper. Dictionaries – the Oxford mini dictionary or the Oxford spelling dictionary are both VERY useful. The Collins GEM Thesaurus is also very good.

French/English dictionary - we recommend The Oxford School French Dictionary.

Recipe Book - £4.50 and will be handed out during the first term.

Book Covers - £5.00 for a set (optional but most students do purchase these).

A pen drive / USB stick whilst not essential will be useful. A sensible strong school bag/rucksack.

All items of property must be clearly marked with the student’s name. Book covers and the Recipe Book are available for purchase via the sQuid online system only and cannot be purchased by any other method. They can be collected from the Finance office at break or lunchtime.

Lockers Lockers are available for all year groups via the sQuid online system. The use of a locker can be purchased by a one-off payment that secures that locker for five years. Keys are issued at the start of the college year, in September by Reception.

Year 7 £25.00

Year 8 £20.00 Year 9 £15.00

Year 10 £10.00

Year 11 £5.00

Replacement keys will be charged at £5.00. Further information is available from Reception.

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Home Learning

All students are expected to do home learning in accordance with the Home learning Policy. Staff should ensure that appropriate home learning is set. Each student has a personal planner in which he or she should write down the work set. Teachers will also record home learning tasks on ‘Show my homework’ to enable parents, carers and students to access resources and tasks. Home learning should be set during the lesson, n ot at the end, and displayed with deadlines in classrooms. Sanctions, as detailed in the Behaviour for Learning Policy, should be applied if home learning is not handed in on time or not completed to the standard of which the student is capable. Parents and form tutors should check and sign the planners weekly. Form tutors will do this during tutor sessions. Students who fail to produce their planners should be referred to Head of House. The personal planner may be used by staff to record students' achievements during lessons, for example using the Linton Learner passport on Go 4 Schools.

Learning Support

Mrs Garner, supported by a group of Provision Leaders, has a team of teaching assistants who provide a range of support for students who require additional help. In addition the College helps students with Careers Advice, Information and Guidance, for example Future Pathways (Year 10) and Sixth Form applications (Year 11).

How can your child get help?

1. Your child’s tutor is the first port of call and will triage any concerns / issues

2. Tell any member of staff 3. Tell an 8mate 4. If the problem cannot be solved by their tutor, he / she will inform the Head of House 5. The Head of House will look at the problem and decide whether to refer it to an additional service

(internal / external)

8mates

LVC has a team of 8mates who are trained as mentors to support Year 7 students. This initiative is in its fourth year and is very popular amongst students. The application process that students undergo to become an 8mate is rigorous and consists of: an application form; interview and training. Two 8mates are attached to each Year 7 tutor group as well as a wider team that are deployed across the College to support Year 7. Some Year 7 students request their own personal 8mate due to feeling particularly anxious and worried about the move to the secondary school. 8mates are involved in regular activity with Year 7 and strive to fully support all students; they are role models and as such lead by example.

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SQUID, the College’s Online Payment System

SQUID - The easy way to pay

Please create your sQuid account using the form attached to the sQuid card or please see the college website for information. SQuid is an online payment system which allows parents to pay for catering and school trips, as well as additional items such as music lessons and sports clubs. It only takes a few minutes to register and payments can be made by debit or credit card at any time.

All students are issued with a sQuid card which must be used for cashless catering in the dining hall and atrium café. Cash payments are no longer accepted. The card cannot be used to pay for school trips and other items, which must be purchased using the ‘Trips and Offers’ page on the sQuid website.

Register your card with sQuid:

Enter a few personal details to create an account Top-up your sQuid cashless catering account online

Top-up by a bank transfer, credit or debit card

Protect your card balance should it be lost or stolen

Login to your sQuid account to:

Check your balance; do you need to top-up? View your transactions to check your spending Top-up your account; bank transfer, credit or debit card

Update your details and preferences

Hints and Tips for sQuid Students should keep their sQuid card in a wallet, purse or bus pass holder. The card readers at the college

can read the card without having to remove it from the wallet or purse. Please write the student's name on the card in permanent marker. Please do not punch holes in the card

as it will no longer work.

If a student loses their card, they should go to the finance office at break or lunchtime and ask to have the card blocked. If they subsequently find it, they need to ask to have the card unblocked.

New cards can only be ordered via the 'Trips and Offers' page.

If an offer has '£0.00' in a white box, this is to enable you to choose how much you wish to pay. For example, if a residential trip costs £600, you may pay the full amount or you may wish to pay in weekly or monthly instalments in which case you enter the amount you wish to pay, e.g. £50.

Please remember to meet ALL PAYMENT DEADLINES. As soon as the DEADLINE HAS PASSED, the item will automatically be removed from the website.

If you are having difficulty accessing the sQuid website, try using a different browser. Google Chrome usually works well.

Any problems please email helen.fenn@lvc.org

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Medical Arrangements

If a student is taken ill at school or has an accident, they should report to reception in the first instance, where they will be triaged by a trained first aider. This person will decide on the most appropriate course of action. Students must NOT go home or telephone home without first speaking to a member of staff. If we consider it necessary, we will contact parents/carers and ask for sick students to be collected, or alternative arrangements made. A sick student must never walk home alone. If students have medical or dental appointments during the day, they must be collected in person from the reception and sign out and in again, at the reception. It is preferable that all medical / dental appointments take place outside of the College day.

From time to time, students may visit reception requiring pain relief (headache, period pains, etc.). We are not allowed to give painkillers. Named medication can be held for a student in the Support Hub. Parents/carers are responsible for ensuring that any medicines are “in date.”

Parents/carers of all children must ensure that emergency contact numbers are up to date and those named are close enough to the College to collect children if parents are unable to do so.

Severe Medical Needs Parents / carers must inform the College of any medical condition that affects their child. Students who have diabetes, epilepsy or severe allergic reactions and carry an epi-pen, must complete the Medical Needs Protocol, located in the Support Hub. All students who have been prescribed an epi-pen should carry one with them in their school bag, and that an additional one is provided for the First Aid Team please. Parents/carers should provide an individual NHS Protocol (provided by the hospital), all medicines provided must be prescribed drugs and in a clear plastic wallet with an up to date photo of the student on the front.

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At Linton Village College, we use the 4 Cs to educate all stakeholders in e -Safety. This is an easy way for

everyone to understand the risks associated with the internet and wider use of technology. At our e-safety

evenings, parents/carers have often asked us how they can have meaningful and impactful discussions with

their children around technology; we find that the 4 Cs, along with the questions beneath them, provide a useful

prompt for these conversations.

In addition to the 4 Cs the College uses a filtering system to protect users from inappropriate materials. Furthermore, the College monitors and logs use of the network, including the internet, and personal file space. All abuse or misuse is taken seriously and dealt with appropriately. The College advises parents/carers to be aware of how, when and where their children are using technology. For example, apps they are using, websites they are visiting and games they are playing and adverts they are exposed to. As parents/carers there may be occasions when you become aware of something that could place a staff member or student at risk. Depending upon the nature and timing of the matter there are several options open to you:

Email the College safeguarding team, led by Mrs Matarazzo, using thinkpink@lvc.org;

Telephone the College on 01223 891233 and ask to speak to one of the Safeguarding Team;

Telephone the NSPCC on 0808 800 5000 (24 hours a day, 365 days a year); If you feel the person is in immediate danger, don’t delay, call the police on 999.

Some useful websites: Internet Matters: https://www.internetmatters.org/ UK Safer Internet Centre: https://www.saferinternet.org.uk/ Child Exploitation and Online Protection command: https://www.ceop.police.uk/safety-centre/ Think u Know: https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/ Childnet International: http://www.childnet.com/ NSPCC: https://www.nspcc.org.uk/

Have you seen anything that is

not deemed to be age appropriate?

Do you know the people that you

have contact with?

How do you know?

Do you behave online as you

would offline?

Are you aware of inappropriate

advertising, financial scams

or hidden costs?

- safety:

E-Safety: Understanding the Risks

Content Conduct Contact Commercialism

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Transport to and from the College

Access to the School Site and Parking

The speed limit along the school drive is 10mph at all times. Parents dropping students off should do so on the main drive. There is no access to the sports centre from 3.05pm to 3.15pm whilst the school buses are using the drive. Students who cycle to the College should leave their bicycles locked in the cycle shelter. Students should only go to the cycle shelter to leave or collect their bicycles. Bicycles must not be ridden on the College grounds. Students who walk to College must use the entrance from Stanton Lane via the recreation ground. College buses enter via the main entrance and drop off/pick up at the front of the college. This includes the 13C Stagecoach bus from Haverhill (public bus), which drops off at 08.15am and picks up at 15.15pm in the grounds. The X13 and 13A Stagecoach buses from Haverhill to Cambridge (public buses) pick up and drop off either in the village or on the A1307.

My responsibilities as a PEDESTRIAN I understand that because I live in a community, I have a responsibility to behave well. I will never act in a manner that may compromise the safety of others. I will always follow the Highway Code.

I will walk on the pavement, away from the kerb. I will always use safe crossing points and not run across the road.

I will not drop litter. I will not trespass on other people’s property. I will not bully anyone.

I will not walk to and from school under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs.

I will not swear, or be verbally abusive to those I am travelling with or anyone else in the community. I will not walk in a large group, behave in a threatening manner or be physically abusive to those I am

travelling with or anyone else in the community.

I will ensure that I can be seen by other road users, by wearing high-visibility clothing, as appropriate.

My responsibilities as a CYCLIST I understand that because I live in a community, I have a responsibility to behave well. I will never act in a manner that may compromise the safety of others. I will always follow the Highway Code.

I will cycle along designated cycle routes or on the road if it is safe to do so. I will use safe crossing points and dismount my bicycle to cross the road. I understand that for my safety it is sensible to wear a cycle helmet.

I will not spit or drop litter.

I will not ride my bicycle under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs. I will be courteous to other road users.

I will give clear signals to indicate that I wish to turn, change lane and so on.

I will not swear, or be verbally abusive to those I am travelling with or anyone else in the community.

I will not cycle in a large group, behave in a threatening manner or be physically abusive to those I am

walking with or anyone else in the community. I will not bully anyone.

I will not trespass on other people’s property. I will ensure that I can be seen by other road users, by using bicycle lights and wearing high-visibility clothing, as appropriate.

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My responsibilities as a bus user This may be the first time a student has used a bus to school. The local authority is responsible for school transport and any problems should be reported to the Education Transport Service on: direct line 0345 045 5208 or email edtransport@cambridgeshire.gov.uk I understand that because I have a right to travel on home to school transport, I have a responsibility to behave well. I will never act in a manner that may compromise the safety of others. Before the journey to school

I will be at the bus stop at least 5 minutes before the bus is due at that stop. I will wait at the bus stop for 30 minutes before leaving to find alternative means of getting to

school.

I will notify the school if I may be late, or ask someone to do this for me. I will wait in an orderly, courteous and calm manner. I will keep away from the kerb and well clear of other traffic. I will keep clear of moving school buses. I will only board the school bus when it is stationary.

I will wait patiently for my turn to board the school bus. I will always show my bus pass to the driver as I board the bus.

During the school journey

I will find a seat quickly and remain seated and facing forward until the bus has stopped at my designated bus stop.

I will always wear a seatbelt where provided.

I will never distract the driver or be discourteous. I will not be abusive to the driver, Transport Supervisor or other passengers. I will follow instructions given to me by a Transport Supervisor. I will treat other passengers with care and respect and not bully other pupils. I will not vandalise the vehicle or other people’s property.

I will not smoke, drink alcohol or consume illegal substances. I will not carry an offensive weapon, real or replica. I will not throw objects from the bus. I will not leave litter.

I will not operate any exits unless in an emergency. I will keep my possessions out of the aisles. I will not open the emergency doors unless in an emergency. I will follow the driver’s instructions if there is an emergency or breakdown. I will report any concerns I have about the school journey to my school’s Transport Liaison Officer.

At the end of the school journey

I will wait patiently for my turn to leave the bus. I will keep my belongings with me and ensure they are not snagged in the door mechanism.

I will stand back from the road, I will only move on once the bus has moved off and the road is clear in both directions.

If I cannot keep to these rules, the driver / the school has the right to refuse to take me on the bus. Poor behaviour should be reported to the college. Tel: 01223 891233

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The Linton Learner

Linton Village College has high expectations for behaviour as we believe that a safe and enjoyable learning environment helps students to succeed in their learning and become global citizens. We have developed an aspirational set a values called The Linton Learner. We want students to be Independent, Caring, Responsible, Reflective, Curious and Ambitious. Students will be rewarded with stamps and

postcards for demonstrating these attributes.

What does the Linton Learner look like?

The Linton Learner Value

What does this value typically look like?

Independent You will be prepared for your lessons in terms of equipment and homework and proactively engage in your own learning journey.

Reflective You will actively respond to feedback that teachers give you and respond to advice given to you positively and quickly whilst also learning from your own mistakes.

Caring You will help to support others and show that you value their health and wellbeing as members of the school community

Curious You will explore the world around you and develop an interest in learning beyond that given by teachers. You will also question and explore ideas from varying point of view.

Ambitious You will aim high in your achievements and set yourself challenging targets to maximise your times at LVC so that you are best prepared for life beyond school.

Responsible You will lead tasks and look after those around you by mentoring, supporting and guiding others. You will also ensure that work is complete, that you are organised and that you act in accordance to your age and position.

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Assessment and Data Tracking

Go4schools Assessment Go4Schools is the college’s electronic mark book which enables teachers to routinely record assessment data so that it can be shared with students and their parents. Programme leaders have created electronic mark books to suit the structure and needs of their curriculum. All college progress reports are published on Go4Schools with an email sent home when these go live. Further details about attendance, behaviour points and timetables are also available on Go4Schools.

Progress Reports Once per year you will receive a ‘full’ written progress report with formative comments from your child’s teachers about their learning. Tutors will share achievements your child has made across the breadth of the curriculum and their wider school and extra-curricular life during the academic year. In addition to the annual written report, you will also receive two ‘snapshot’ reports throughout the course of the school year which will allow you to see the current level / grade your child is working at alongside attitudinal data for each subject.

Parents’ Evenings You will have the opportunity to meet your child’s subject teachers each year to discuss progress and share important information which will enable us to support your child’s education and personal development. Some parents come with their children while others like to come without them. We would encourage students to come with their parents as this can be a useful conversation for all parties to be involved in. Parents can book appointments via the online booking system (details of how to do this will be provided at the appropriate time). Please be aware that if a teacher has more than one class, it is not possible for all parents to be seen during the course of the evening. If you are unable to book an appointment, please contact the member of staff by email to discuss your child’s progress. Year 7 parents: you will also have the opportunity to meet your child’s Form Tutor in the autumn term to discuss how your child has settled in and begun their time at Linton Village College.

Parents’ Forum We intend to run at least two forums during the course of the year. Topics for the forums will be publicised throughout the year and can be suggested by parents . Parents’ Fora are used to gauge and canvass parental opinion as part of our commitment to relentless improvement. Additionally, we regularly invite parental views through the use of questionnaires and parents can contact the Governors with feedback if necessary

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Assessment, Reporting and Parents’ Evening Calendar 2020-2021

September October November December January February March April May June July

7 Meet the

Tutor Evening 23/09

Yr7 Go4S Information

Evening

Snapshot Report

Snapshot Report

Parents’

Evening: 18/03

Full Report

8 Snapshot

Report

Full Report

Options Meeting

Snapshot Report

Parents’ Evening:

29/04

9 Full Report

Yr9 Core Exams: 20/01 – 22/01

Options Meeting

Snapshot Report

Parents’ Evening:

04/03

Snapshot

Report

10

Snapshot

Report

Parents’ Evening:

04/02

Snapshot Report

Yr10 Exams:

26/04 – 05/05 TBC

Full Report

Year 10 Graduation:

28/06

11 Snapshot

Report

Parents’ Evenings x2:

1: 08/10 2: 15/10

Yr11 Exams: 02/11 – 13/11

Snapshot

Report

UCAS progress tutor reference

Full Report

GCSE EXAMS

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The Form Tutor

Your child has a form tutor whose role it is:

to mentor your child in order to provide targeted pastoral and academic support;

to monitor the academic progress of each student in the group by meeting with them on a regular basis; to monitor attendance on a daily basis;

to share our expectations concerning behaviour;

to ensure that students are wearing acceptable school uniform; to know the students, be aware and when appropriate, to inform others of issues in the background that

may affect students in College;

to be in active communication with parents/carers and write a summary on the full reports regarding academic progress, study skills, social skills and targets.

Tutor mentoring Every student at LVC has an entitlement to an individual session with their tutor over the course of the year. The focus of this conversation will be on the student, their progress and advice on how to achieve success at school. At LVC the tutor will fulfil the role as a student’s individual learning mentor.

Key features of tutor mentoring

Mentor sessions will take place during the college day and students will be given appointments.

It is a standard expectation that each student will be mentored regularly. A mentor “booking” sheet will be displayed in tutor rooms.

To be the most effective, a student should have a period of reflection or a task set for the period between mentor sessions. There are notes pages in the student planners to record this.

The focus of the tutor mentoring sessions are agreed by the Heads of House and will be consistent for students in each year group across the Houses.

Pastoral Support

The Heads of House, Director of Inclusion, Safeguarding Team, Caseworkers and all Form Tutors provide a full range of pastoral support at Linton Village College. Student referrals for more bespoke support are made via Form Tutors and Heads of House to ensure that all students have access to an education despite their starting points and contexts. Colleagues are also involved in the co-ordination of alternative provision for students who might be educated other than at school. These students are referred to as EOTAS. A weekly referrals meeting is used to triage any additional support for students. These meetings are led by Mrs Matarazzo and Mr Jenkins. The Pastoral Support team, based in the Support Hub are: Mrs Darvill Head of Endeavour House & Safeguarding Officer Mr Pelly Head of Discovery House Mrs Keen Head of Voyager House & Safeguarding Officer Mrs Addley Head of Pioneer House & Safeguarding Officer Mr Farr Inclusion Manager & Safeguarding Officer Mrs Hill Caseworker Ms Hayes Caseworker Mrs Kennedy Attendance and Welfare Administrator This team is line managed by Mr Darby, Mrs Matarazzo and Mr Jenkins.

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Think Pink for Safeguarding

At Linton Village College, we “THINK PINK” for safeguarding. This whole school initiative is a way in which the College community learns about our duty of care towards one another. Anything related to safeguarding is printed on bright pink paper so that it is instantly recognisable as something related to safety. All College staff and governors undergo annual safeguarding training and throughout the academic year additional updates are communicated to staff as appropriate. Furthermore, students are educated in being caring and responsible individuals through tutor time activities, assemblies, PSHE days and across the curriculum. The College also has a system in place that allows students to raise a concern about their peers; this is a THINKPINK Peer Postcard (please see posters for more information). The College safeguarding team are: Mrs Matarazzo Designated Safeguarding Lead/Assistant Principal Mr Farr Designated Safeguarding Deputy/Inclusion Manager Mrs Addley Designated Safeguarding Deputy/Head of House Mrs Darvill Designated Safeguarding Deputy/Head of House Ms Keen Designated Safeguarding Deputy/Head of House Mr Batchelor Designated Safeguarding Governor Mrs Hall Designated Mental Health Governor Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility therefore if parents/carers make you aware of anything that you believe could put one of our students at risk, we ask that you report it to the College using MyConcern. It is always better to err on the side of caution when it comes to safeguarding. If it is something of a more serious nature, we would advise parents/carers to contact social care/services directly.

Friends of Linton Village College

Friends of LVC The ‘Friends of LVC’ is a group of parents who support the school by organising fundraising events and helping out when required at school events.

The Friends raise funds to help equip the college and enhance the school environment. We are always looking for interesting and fresh ideas that will help to stimulate further fundraising activities – and this is where you may come in! We would love to hear from you if you feel you have something to offer in joining this group. We are all aware of the need to equip the school adequately and so support our students to have the best possible education.

If you have any time/experience/ideas/help to offer or would like to find out more, please contact the school reception on 01223 891233 who will put you in touch with a member of the group. Alternatively you can email friends@lvc.org or find us on Facebook.

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Enrichment Opportunities

Enrichment Activities

Enrichment is an integral part of the student experience at LVC, with a wide range of activities on offer throughout the year as shown in the Extra Curricular section of the LVC website. In addition to this, the normal curriculum is suspended in the first week in June, to allow a whole week of enrichment activities that would otherwise not be possible during a normal week. In year 7 and 8 this includes a mixture of day trips and in school activities. In year 9, our aim is for everyone to take part in a residential trip for the whole week. Residential trips are exempt from the voluntary contribution requirement. However, in exceptional circumstances of hardship, an application can be made to the LVC Trust Fund. The Trust has a rigorous process for applications including, but not solely, proof of income support, jobseekers allowance, and state pension credit. An application form can be obtained from Mrs Fenn at helen.fenn@lvc.org. A decision will then be made on the level of support given and returned in due course. Enrichment week costs vary each year depending on the programme. Last year Year 7 and Year 8 cost £65 and £100 respectively. Year 9 residential trips ranged from approximately £260 to £600 for the week. Prices may increase/decrease depending on numbers going on the trip. We will write to parents/carers advising them of this accordingly.

IMPORTANT – Payments Notice All payments for trips, enrichment activities, House badge, lockers and book covers can be made via the sQuid card online payment system. We do not accept any alternative payments. Any queries please contact helen.fenn@lvc.org

The Linton Enrichment Challenge We are proud of the commitment that students make with enrichment activities and have decided to celebrate their achievement with an award. Students will discuss targets with their tutors, record the enrichment activities they have participated in and reflect upon which skills they have used during that activity. Students will have the opportunity to complete the Bronze Award in year 7, the Silver Award in year 8 and the Gold Award in year 9. When each level has been completed, students will receive a Linton Learner postcard and a Bronze, Silver or Gold star, which should be worn on their blazer. Please discuss this with your child and encourage them to take up the Linton Enrichment Challenge.

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College Facilities

Sports facilities All LVC sports facilities are dual use. The local community extensively uses our facilities throughout the year. Facilities available Sports Hall School Hall Gymnasium Rugby/Hockey/Rounders/Football Cricket wicket Outdoor cricket nets Floodlit tennis courts/netball courts Astro Athletics track (400m) summer term Throwing areas Jumping areas Grids for Rugby/Football/Hockey Some of our pitches are dual use (Hockey/Football) so that we can provide flexibility to the respective clubs who are based here. We also have a full size AstroTurf pitch which is an excellent facility for both school and community. All facilities are open for the community to book, and now include:

Floodlit all-weather full size football pitch. This area can be hired during evenings and weekends.

FITNESS SUITE - daytime entrance & public changing. Plus new fitness equipment. Available weekdays from 3.00pm – 10.00pm, and weekends from 8.30am – 5pm.

A variety of classes take place for the local community. Information for these can be found on the Sports Centre’s website.

Large sports field adjacent to main site (approximately the size of three football pitches).

Floodlit tennis/ netball court area. 2 Indoor sports halls containing 3 badminton courts/cricket nets/basketball and the other

containing 2 badminton courts and volleyball court. If you need any more information please call 01223 890248.

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Library Library opening times for students Mon to Fri 10.50 – 11.10 (break time) 13.15 – 14:00 (lunch time) 15.05 – 17.00 (after school) All L.V.C students become automatic members of the school library when they join the college. The library is well stocked with fiction and non-fiction texts, 20 computers and a photocopier/printer. Students may use the library for reading, homework, research, printing/photocopying, quiet games and book loans. A maximum of two books can be borrowed for up to two weeks. Renewing a book at the end of the two week loan period is possible provided the book has not been requested by another student. All book loans must be checked out with the librarian or library prefects and returned by placing in the returns box located within the library or handed to the librarian or library prefects. Computers, table tennis equipment and board and card games are available for use whilst in the library. Illustration Club runs every Monday after school 3.05 – 4.15 and is open to everyone. No booking required. Rules of the library

Normal school rules apply - during and after school

No mobile phone use in the library. No food or drink in the library with the exception of water.

The library should be left as you find it. Respect the staff, other students, equipment and the Library space at all times. Mrs Hay, Librarian, email: dawn.hay@lvc.org Library Contract: I agree that I will follow the above bullet points at all times in the library, I understand that if I do not then I could be banned from the library. Student Signature: Date: Parent/Carer Signature: Date:

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Literacy at LVC

Literacy at Linton Village College Literacy is the foundation upon which all effective communication is built; it underpins success in all walks of life and, as such, is a learning priority at Linton Village College. Literacy is not just about simply reading and writing – it involves enjoying magazines, newspapers, blogs, messaging, websites and much more. We strive to ensure that every child who attends Linton Village College is provided with the basic literacy skills that pave the way for greater opportunities and wellbeing in later life. You can work with us to help improve your child’s literacy by: providing literacy opportunities at home; recognising your child’s achievement in literacy; talking with your child about their literacy and, most important of all, being a role model by reading yourself, as well as sharing reading with your child.

Why is Literacy Important? Studies have shown that improved literacy has a significant positive impact on an individual – it enables people to aspire to higher achievements and success in later life. For example, studies show that a person with improved literacy is more likely to own their own home and be more involved in their community. From an employment perspective, good literacy and numeracy skills tend to be associated with good wages. Alarmingly, individuals with low literacy are more likely to be either in low paid jobs, unemployed or on state benefits. 75.7% of children and young people agreed that reading helps them to be successful (Clark, Osborne, Dugdale, 2009).

The Impact of Literacy at Home It has been shown that members of a child’s immediate family are the most important reading role models. Reluctant readers surveyed stated that, of all people, parents were the most likely to inspire them to read. Parental involvement in reading activities at home has a positive impact not only on reading achievement, language comprehension and the skill of expressing language but also on a child’s interest in, and attitude towards, reading (Clark, 2009). If a child observes a parent read, reads with a parent (especially during early childhood), or engages in conversation around what is read, then his or her literacy skills can be strengthened. Young people who are encouraged to read by their parents are more likely to enjoy reading, read often, be positive about reading and view reading as a key to success in life. Exposing your child to books, magazines, newspapers, graphic novels, environmental print and web-based reading material can have a positive impact on learning to read (Clark & Hawkins, 2010). For more information www.literacytrust.org.uk for more information about the importance of literacy www.justimaginestorycentre.co.uk for book reviews and recommendations www.lovereading4kids.co.uk/ for recommended reading www.scholasticnews.scholastic.com/ for news stories for young people www.teachwire.net/news/online-vocabulary-games-for-ks3-ks4-english and www.freerice.com/game for word games www.storybird.com/ Storybirds are short, art-inspired stories that are fun to make and read. Great for inspiring reluctant readers

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Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG)

The following all form part of our CEIAG programme as we recognise the importance of preparing students for the world of work and providing them with the opportunities to develop their knowledge of careers and post 16 choices’.

Options and Careers During Year 7, students are encouraged to investigate the world of work and different careers opportunities through engagement with local and national employers. This will be delivered through assemblies, visiting employers and PSHE days. All Year 7 students will also have the opportunity to take part in the Launchpad event. This is designed to inspire all students to engage with STEM related careers, through working with employers on a specific task. During Year 8, students will be making the first choices about their future and deciding some of the subjects they wish to study in Year 9 in the Business & Enterprise and Arts faculties. All Year 8 & 9 students will have the opportunity to engage in the next level of the Launchpad activity with a prominent national STEM organisation. During PSHE day and enrichment week other opportunities, such as personal finance and enterprise day will be offered to enable students with future decision making. During Year 9 students make important decisions about which courses and qualifications they will undertake in Years 10 and 11. Students are making decisions for themselves which can have a significant impact on their life choices and life chances. We have a rigorous programme which enables students to have the informatio n they need to make the best choices for them, develop the skills they need for effective decision -making, and access all the advice and guidance for this complex process. Both of these involve assemblies and an information evening for parents. The parents’ role in this process is vital and we want to work closely together with you to support your child in a highly personalised way. During Year 9 students will have opportunities to engage in different aspects of careers education, Dalehead Foods competition encourages food students to work closely with this local business. The students will all have the opportunity to attend the ‘Eyes on the Prize’ event at Anglia Ruskin University to develop their understanding of higher level study. Apprenticeships now form a strong alternative to traditional routes into higher education and beyond. Students will have the opportunity to engage with businesses and their employees about apprenticeship pathways. During PSHE days Year 9 students will have acce ss to further development of their understanding of personal finance.

Year 10 Next Steps We recognize the importance All Year 10 students will participate in the ‘Next Steps’ programme. This programme is designed to allow students the opportunity to partake in a week of work experience, have mock interviews with real employers and explore the different pathways into higher and further education and apprenticeships. All students will have the opportunity to attend the Cambridge Opportunities Ahead careers fair to enable them to engage with employers from different sectors. PSHE day will also allow students to create and develop their personal CVs. We recognise that there are many different routes into apprenticeships and further education and this programme is designed to provide students with different options through University visits, employer engagement and apprenticeships.

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Post 16 Process Students receive careers education throughout their time at LVC. However, the end of Year 10 and throughout Year 11 is a crucial time in which students make important decisions about which courses and qualifications they will undertake when they leave LVC. We are passionate about giving every student a personalised information, advice and guidance programme which will enable them to make choices about their future, and which will keep them in education or apprenticeships. The partnership between students, parents and school staff is essential for making these options and the application process successful for every student. Summer of Year 10 is all about introducing students to thinking about their futures and potential career choices. In mid-June students are introduced to the full range of progression pathways available to them through an assembly. They will follow a programme of activities during Tutor time, which will enable them to explore these pathways. They will be introduced to Cambridgeshire’s online prospectus: www.mychoice16.co.uk. They will also have the opportunity to attend taster days at local post 16 centres.

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The Trust Fund

What Is The Trust Fund? The Linton Village College Trust Fund was established in 1987 as a charity to meet the welfare needs of individual pupils and to provide additional facilities for community use. The Trust Fund is independent to the College, but the College may refer projects or funding needs to the charity for its consideration. In the past the fund has helped individuals purchase musical instruments, has contributed to the cost of trips and visits, has helped students with bursaries and has enabled us to buy specialist equipment like the tents we use for Duke of Edinburgh expeditions, for example.

How can you help? If all pupils were supported by £50 Gift aid (UNDER one pound a week) the College would gain nearly £50,000 a year. More realistically perhaps, half that amount should be easily attainable and would be of tremendous benefit. So please give it some thought. Can you afford a pound a week to further boost the quality of your son or daughter’s schooling? A Gift Aid form is included in your ‘Information Required by Linton Village College’ booklet. Please complete and return to us.

What is Gift Aid? Gift Aid is fund raising by way of regular donations to a registered charity (in this case, the Linton Village College Trust Fund) over a fixed period. Any tax paid on the money donated is reclaimed annually by the Trust, increasing the donation by a further 25%.

How does it work? You make a commitment to contribute a fixed sum (for example £50) per year for five years via a monthly or quarterly standing order and we do the rest.

What happens if I cannot meet the payments? If a parent approaches the College because they are unable to continue paying, the College simply cancels the arrangements. The Inland Revenue leaves that decision to us.