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Prospectus 2013-2014

Rumworth SchoolArmadale Road

BoltonBL34TP

Tel. 01204 333600 Fax. 01204 333602

E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.rumworth.bolton.sch.uk

Headteacher: Mr. G. Johnson B. Ed.Chair of Governors: Mr John Hill

Mission StatementAchievement for allEthos and Values

At Rumworth every student matters.They will feel safe at school. They will enjoy and achieve through

learning. Communication and social interaction skills are a priority.Students will be encouraged to achieve an appropriate level of

independence, be healthy and make a positive contribution to societyRumworth will continue to be a centre of excellence, working with other schools locally, regionally, nationally and internationally to

improve learning for all students.

The information in this document applies to the school year 2012-2013 and was correct at the time of publication.

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.rumworth.bolton.sch.uk/


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CONTENTS PAGEThe SchoolHealthy Schools ProgrammeEquality SchemeThe GovernorsStaff at RumworthAdmissions PolicyTeaching and LearningASD ProvisionCurriculumCareers Education and GuidanceNurtureSportReligious EducationHomeworkSex and Relationships EducationThe School DayRewarding AchievementCurriculum EnrichmentStudent VoiceLinksCaring for StudentsEthos and DisciplineValuables in SchoolAttendanceSigning In and Out of SchoolPersonal PropertySchool UniformSchool DinnersEqual OpportunitiesSchool RecordsPhotographs of studentsComplaints PolicyOther policies Charging and Remissions PolicySchool HolidaysNational Examination Results 2010Destination of School Leavers


THE SCHOOL

“RUMWORTH IS AN OUTSTANDING SCHOOL WHICH IS EXTREMELY EFFECTIVE IN MEETING THE COMPLEX AND DIVERSE NEEDS OF ITS STUDENTS (OFSTED 2009)

Rumworth School is a co-educational secondary school for students aged 11 to 19. It is a Leading Edge School, a National Support School and a Specialist School for Communication and Interaction. It is also a National Teaching School, offering targeted support to schools. The school caters for children with complex needs and moderate learning difficulties. There is a unit for children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Students come mainly from the Metropolitan Borough of Bolton, but some travel from further afield. There are 145 students on roll.

Students who are admitted to the school in Year 7 take part in the induction programme which is designed to ease transfer to Rumworth School. Students who are admitted at a later stage will be given any assistance needed to help them settle in and make friends. “TRANSITION ARRANGEMENTS ARE OUTSTANDING” (IQM ASSESSOR 2011).

THE CURRICULUM IS DESIGNED EXCEPTIONALLY WELL TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE DIVERSE RANGE OF LEARNERS (OFSTED 2009)In Years 7, 8 and 9, students are taught the full range of National Curriculum subjects. In Years 10, 11 and the Sixth Form the curriculum includes courses leading to GCSE and Entry Level Certificate qualifications. The Sixth Form also runs Towards Independence courses, Life Skills, Duke of Edinburgh Award, ASDAN Bronze/Silver and Enterprise. All students gain accreditation at an appropriate level. At Key Stage 4 there is an alternative curriculum which includes basic home DIY by Power Wave (a local training provider) for Years 10 and 11. These courses are all accredited either through the supporting body or the Duke of Edinburgh Award. The alternative curriculum is reviewed regularly and the most suitable courses for our students are run.

The school as a whole gives a high profile to literacy and numeracy, as reflected in the extra sessions set aside daily for these two areas. The school continues to be awarded the Basic Skills Agency’s Quality Mark in recognition of its commitment to improving every student’s skills in basic literacy and numeracy.

As part of the school’s commitment to preparing students for life beyond school, Year 11 and the Sixth Form undertake Work/Life Experience each year. Students who are able to undertake unsupported placements will do this for two weeks. Other students will benefit from appropriate activities in school for one week. This is in addition to a timetabled lesson entitled “Futures” for students from Years 9 to 14. “Futures” helps students to identify opportunities available to them after they leave school, either in the world of work or in the community.Staff and students at Rumworth School have an agreed Code of Conduct which encourages learning, respect for each other and respect for the environment. As the students grow older, they are offered opportunities to accept responsibility, so that they develop self-discipline,


self-confidence and self-reliance.“STUDENTS HAVE VERY POSITIVE ATTITUDES TO SCHOOL AND SHOW GREAT MUTUAL RESPECT.” OFSTED 2009 The school thrives on a strong partnership between Governors, parents, students, staff and the wider community. Copies of the 1996, 2000, 2006 and 2009 OFSTED reports are available on request from the school. Any parent who would like to visit the school or who would like further information is invited to contact the Headteacher. “STAFF, TEACHING ASSISTANTS AND THE WIDE RANGE OF SUPPORT STAFF WORK AS AN INTEGRATED PART OF THE WHOLE TEAM, WORKING TOWARDS A SOCIETY IN WHICH THERE IS A COMMON VISION AND A REAL SENSE OFBELONGING BY ALL ELEMENTS OF THE SCHOOL COMMUNITY. STAFF REALLY ENJOY WORKING AT THE SCHOOL.” (IQM ASSESSOR 2011)

HEALTHY SCHOOLS PROGRAMME

Rumworth School endeavours to provide a healthy environment for its students and staff. The school has again been awarded the Healthy School Award (April 2012). Parents are informed and consulted through newsletters and parent surveys. Rumworth has for many years been a smoke-free building. Staff are aware of and adhere to the Government standards for “Food in School Other than Lunches” and have received training on healthy eating. The student council regularly discusses all aspects of being a healthy school. As well as the P.E. lessons, students have other opportunities to exercise, including after-school swimming and football clubs, visits to Bolton Arena, Duke of Edinburgh Award activities such as sailing, canoeing and walking, a weight training club and the annual Rumathon. There is a dedicated football yard and a basketball net, as well as a Trim Trail, a Tyre Park and a path for strolling with friends. Water is available for students to drink. All classes recycle paper and they are encouraged in assemblies and PSHE lessons to recycle other materials and switch off lights and projectors. All students have a timetabled PSHE lesson.

EQUALITY SCHEME

This is a lengthy document and includes Disability, Age and Gender, Race and Belief. A Community Cohesion Policy has also been approved, as well as a Whistleblowing Policy. Copies are available from school and are also on the VLE.The equality scheme details how the school takes steps to maximise full inclusion in the life and curriculum of the school, regardless of disability, age, gender, race or belief.The school has a lift to every floor and a lift in the assembly hall so that all pupils can sit with their peers.There are ramps in the school where required and appropriate personal care arrangements.The scheme contains Action Plans which list the intentions of the school with regard to enhancing the education of all our pupils.“THE EFFECTIVENESS WITH WHICH THE SCHOOL PROMOTES EQUALOPPORTUNITY AND TACKLES DISCRIMINATION IS OUTSTANDING AS IS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ITS SAFEGUARDING PROCEDURES.”(IQM ASSESSOR 2011).


THE STUDENT COUNCIL MEETS JULIE HILLING MP

THE GOVERNORS


Type of Governor Position Start date End dateCLERKLesley Horne Clerk 04/01/2010COMMUNITYMrs Amanda FardoeMrs Brenda Garner

Vacancy

Vice ChairChild protection, Looked After Children

02/11/200908/03/2010

01/11/201307/03/2014

LEAMr John Hill

Mrs Rosa KayMs Susan Bannister

Chair, Literacy Governor

01/09/2012

01/02/201116/08/2010

31/08/2016

31/01/201515/08/2014

OTHERMr Kevin Wilkinson 18/03/2005PARENT

Mr I. MonkMrs Valerie GrundyMrs LowtonVacancy x 2

Performance Review??????????16/11/200901/11/2009

15/11/201331/10/2013

STAFF HEAD TEACHERMr Gary Johnson Staff Head Teacher 01/09/2013 STAFF SUPPORTMrs Shamim Mukadam

Health & SafetySafer Recruiting 29/09/2010 28/09/2014

STAFF TEACHERVacancy

Governors may be contacted via school on 01204 333600

“GOVERNORS MAKE AN EXCELLENT CONTRIBUTION IN BOTH SUPPORTING

AND CHALLENGING THE WORK OF SENIOR LEADERS.” (OFSTED 2009)

STAFF AT RUMWORTH

TEACHING

Mr G. Johnson Headteacher


Mr G. Oliver Deputy Headteacher, Student Welfare

Mr K. Wilkinson Deputy Headteacher, School Improvement

Miss C. Dawson Assistant Headteacher, Head of Sixth Form

Mrs J. Bestwick Mathematics

Mrs G. Binns Music

Mrs L. Burrows Teacher of students with ASD

Mrs L. Finney Leading Edge Literacy Teacher, T&L Co-ordinator

Mrs G. Fowler Manager of Students with ASD

Ms J. Haslam Futures (PSHE and Citizenship)

Mrs L. Joynson History

Mrs S. Lavin French and Media

Mr N. McLachlan P.E., School Environment Co-ordinator

Mrs T. McVey Teacher of students with ASD

Ms Y. Neve Sixth Form Teacher, T&L Co-ordinator, Student Voice

Mr P. G. Sherbourne Design and Technology: Resistant Materials

Mrs A. Sunderland-Bragg Religious Education, Geography

Mrs L. Thompson Sixth Form Teacher

Ms H. Whitfield Science

Mrs C. Wilkinson Leading Edge, Staff CPD, D&T: Food Technology

Mr J. Williams ICT Manager, ICT teacher

Mr T. Willis Co-ordinator of Provision for Pupils with Additional Physical, Sensory or Learning Needs, Year 7 Teacher


Mrs A. Wright English, Art, Community Links, Charities

STAFF AT RUMWORTH

LEARNING SUPPORT STAFF

Miss J. AshworthMs S. AspenMs K. BallMrs M. BaxterMrs L. BeddowsMrs P. BradleyMs C. BrockbankMrs L. ???? -BrookesMs C. ConnellMrs D. DaviesMrs K. DaviesMrs V. EnglandMs B. FarmerMrs L. GawthorneMrs N. GethinMs N. GrundyMrs P. HalliganMs J. HartMs B. HiggensMrs L. HigsonMr E. JacksonMrs J. Joyce

Mrs D. McEvoyMrs A. MeyerMrs J. MooreMrs S. MukadamMs C. ParkerMrs J. ReadMrs F. SaghirMrs S. SayedMrs S. Shahzad Mrs F. SharifMrs L. SherbourneMrs J. ShawMrs S. StubbsMrs J. TaylorMs A. ThompsonMrs L. UtzeriMrs M. WilliamsMrs J. WaltonMrs V. WhiteheadMrs H. WorthingtonMrs S. Yates

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY STAFFMr I. Warriner Ms Sue Ball ???????

CONNEXIONS STAFFMs K. Berwick

SUPPORT STAFF

Mrs T. Grundy School Secretary


Mrs E. Millington Finance Officer

Ms J. Gregory Clerical Officer

Mr R. Green Media Manager

Mr B. Turner Site Manager

Mrs J. Grady School Nurse

Dr M. Reynard School Doctor

Mrs H. Hargreaves Service for the Sensory Impaired

Mrs H. Stainthorpe Service for the Sensory Impaired

Mrs V. Elton Occupational Therapist

Mrs C. Williams Educational Psychologist

Mrs D. Coey Physiotherapist

Mrs L. Hughes Key Worker

Mrs T. Aswat Learning Disabilities Team

Mr P. McNally Learning Disabilities Team

Mrs S. Cosgrove Learning Disabilities Team

Mrs K. Butterworth/Mrs S. Pickup Learning Disabilities Team

Mr P. Ogden School Catering Manager

SCHOOL MEALS SUPERVISORS

Mrs K. Mulla, Mrs Z. Raja, Mr B. Turner.

ADMISSIONS POLICY

Rumworth School follows LA guidelines on admissions. The nature of the school population is undergoing considerable change. Parents who request information on the LA Admissions Policy are asked to contact the Special Educational Needs Manager, Paderborn House, Civic Centre, Bolton. Contact the INCLUSION AND STATUTORY ASSESSMENT TEAM who will advise you. Tel: 01204 338612.


TEACHING and LEARNING

Rumworth School is a place of learning. The school’s mission statement illustrates its commitment to the fullest possible development of each student.

“TEACHING AND LEARNING ARE OUTSTANDING” “TEACHERS PLAN LESSONS COMPREHENSIVELY TO MEET THE INDIVIDUAL NEEDS OF ALL STUDENTS.” (OFSTED 2009)

In recognition of the school’s policy of encouraging the continuing development of both staff and students, the school has, for the fourth time, gained the prestigious Investors in People Award. The school’s commitment to improving the students’ basic skills in literacy and numeracy continues to gain for it the Basic Skills Agency’s Quality Mark.

Students who enter the school in Year 7 are placed according to their needs in one of two forms, led by a teacher and supported by a Learning Support Assistant.

“TEACHING ASSISTANTS’ EXPERT SUPPORT ALLOWS ALL STUDENTS TO FLOURISH AND TO PLAY A FULL PART IN LESSONS” (OFSTED 2009)

Individual Education Plans (IEPs) are set and monitored each term for every student in the school. Students have targets in Literacy, Numeracy and Social Skills. Information on targets is sent home, allowing parents to support the school and the students in the achievement of these targets.

Staff undergo continuing professional development to update their skills.

ASD PROVISION AT RUMWORTH

The ASD provision at Rumworth consists of three classrooms and a kitchen area. The purpose of this provision is to provide a low stimulus environment for students with an ASD diagnosis who can be easily distracted and upset by a busy, noisy and confusing environment. In the ASD classrooms each student has the opportunity to work in individual work stations and to learn in an environment which can better meet their needs. However, each student


does attend some lessons with their class year group depending on their ability to do so. This is usually with the support of a Teaching Assistant, but again depends on the need of the individual student.

The ASD provision is fully equipped with computers, internet, interactive white board, video and DVD facilities. It is staffed by three ASD Teachers and 5.5 ASD Teaching Assistants (TA4s). Support is directed towards all students, although this support varies according to an individual student’s needs and the requirements of the course. Other agencies involved with the ASD Unit include: Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Social Services and the Connexions Careers Service. The frequency of this involvement depends on the need of each individual student.

Each afternoon the students in the ASD provision follow a separate timetable which allows the group to work together. New strategies and guidelines can be introduced during these sessions by ASD staff and consolidated within this structured environment before the students and staff transfer the strategies to the whole school setting.

The afternoon curriculum follows a topic based theme and includes all other curriculum subject areas where possible. The ASD classroom environments cannot accommodate subjects such as Physical Education and Food Technology, so students follow the whole school timetable for these and some other subjects.

The afternoon is split into three lesson periods. The first period of the afternoon focuses on Literacy work related to the topic. The afternoon is structured so that all students are aware of the routine. Each afternoon includes Literacy work, lesson content, choice activity, drink, group activity and quiet time. The group activity changes on a daily basis; it may or may not be related to the curriculum. It may involve a game to develop social skills and turn-taking or it may be related to a whole school theme. The quiet time takes place approximately 5 minutes before the end of the school day. Lights are dimmed, relaxing music is played, the students are seated and given the opportunity to leave school in a calm mood.

STUDENT VOICE


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CURRICULUM

“THIS VERY FLEXIBLE CURRICULUM OFFERS STUDENTS THE BEST POSSIBLE OPPORTUNITIES FOR RAPID ACADEMIC, PERSONAL AND SOCIAL GROWTH” (OFSTED 2009)The following subjects make up the curriculum at Rumworth, and the timetable is constructed to provide around 25 hours of teaching and learning, featuring 8 lessons a day, including two lessons of basic skills (Literacy and Social Maths), from Monday to Thursday, and 7 lessons on a Friday, including a Tutorial and Social Interaction session. Alternative Curriculum courses


Art

College Courses

Design and Technology: Food

Design and Technology: Resistant Materials

English

French

Futures (Personal, Social and Health Education/Citizenship/Work/Life Skills)

History

Geography

Information and Communication Technology

Mathematics

Media

Music

Physical Education

Religious Education

Science

“OUTSTANDING TEACHING, A HIGHLY FLEXIBLE CURRICULUM AND FIRST RATE LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT ENSURE ALL STUDENTS ACHIEVE EXTREMELY WELL AND MAKE EXCELLENT PROGRESS.” (OFSTED 2009)

Sixth Form Courses

GCSE courses where appropriateEnterprise

Duke of Edinburgh AwardTowards Independence

ASDAN Bronze/SilverASDAN Life Skills


Go Large – the Community Supporters is a lottery sponsored project organised and run by the Bolton Playing for Success group. It looks at developing life skills for a group of up to 14 Sixth Formers and gives them opportunities to do community projects which will count towards the Duke of Edinburgh Award. They also look at employability and what it means and work with local employers to give additional opportunities to some of our students to work within the local community.

CAREERS EDUCATION AND GUIDANCE

We have a Careers Education Programme for students in Year 9 and beyond. At Rumworth School, students from Year 9 upwards benefit from a weekly Futures lesson which prepares students for work and/or living in the community. The school operates a highly structured programme in Careers Education, Work Experience, Personal Development Planning, Careers Guidance and Careers Information. Rumworth School works closely with Connexions in Bolton.

“THE CONNEXIONS SERVICE CONTRIBUTES STRONGLY TO PREPARING LEAVERS FOR THE NEXT STAGE IN THEIR EDUCATION” (OFSTED 2006)

Connexions staff conduct interviews with the students, provide support in group work sessions and offer sensible advice on options and career choices. Students in Years 11, 12, 13 and 14 take part in a programme of mock interviews with members of the local business community. These students also undergo one or two weeks’ Work/Life Experience each year, either out in the community or involvement in a programme of school-designed Life Experience, including a residential experience. A range of accreditation is available to those who are successful.


PREPARATION FOR FESTIVAL OF FLIGHT

FESTIVAL OF FLIGHT IN THE MARKET PLACE


NURTURE

The Nurture Programme at Rumworth began in September 2007. Pupils are assessed and placed in small groups according to need. The groups support pupils with emotional, social and behavioural needs and they are helped to develop life skills and personal safety. It is usual for nurture groups to have a theme and we decided to call ours Rumworth Rainbows, with each group having a colour of the rainbow as their group name. The Nurture Programme is based in a specially designed room which caters for the various types of programme run by the Nurture staff.Our main aim is to build positive, trusting relationships with students. The main emphasis is on building self esteem with activities such as painting, clay modelling, group collage, textile printing, sewing and photography. All these exercises offer opportunities to develop skills and abilities which will be transferable to other life experiences.Creativity and imagination are encouraged in the pupils to help improve communication, self expression, problem-solving and self esteem. Team games provide the students with opportunities for interaction and conversation. These activities are important factors in developing genuine positive relationships, feelings of being liked and valued and a sense of belonging.

SPORT

The students at Rumworth School enjoy a broad and balanced PE programme which fully reflects National Curriculum requirements. Provision includes major team games, gymnastics, dance, athletics, cross-country running, swimming and leisure activities. The programme of work is organised to meet the needs of students and match their stage of development. Pupils with physical disabilities attend weekly sessions at a local hydrotherapy pool. The occasional involvement of professional coaches and players also enriches the sports curriculum. The school has used a portable climbing wall on occasion which is very popular.Rumworth School is affiliated to the Greater Manchester Schools Disability Sports Association which offers students the opportunity to compete against other local special schools in the more traditional sports. The school has been very successful in these organised events over the past few years.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

The school has no denominational affiliation. Religious education is provided for all students to meet the requirements of the National Curriculum. The emphasis is on respect for, and the celebration of the six major world religions. The school also holds non-denominational acts of worship. Parents have the right to withdraw their children from religious education or worship, and where this is requested arrangements will be made. It has been found, however, that parents are eager for their children to participate in both aspects of school life. The scheme of work for Religious Education is available should parents wish to see it.


HOMEWORK

Homework is set each week in literacy and numeracy. Older students are given GCSE and Entry Level homework. Homework is written down in students’ homework diaries. These are signed by teachers and parents each week.

SEX AND RELATIONSHIPS EDUCATION

Sex and Relationships Education is an important part of any student’s preparation for adult life and should be set within a clear framework of values. At Rumworth School it is a major part of the school’s Futures (Personal, Social and Health Education) programme. It includes relevant work on attitudes, family and personal relationships and social, spiritual, cultural and moral issues. Sex and Relationships Education at Rumworth School aims to support young people in managing adolescence and preparing them for adult life.

Students with learning difficulties may need more help than others in coping with the physical, emotional and moral aspects of growing up, and in learning which types of behaviour are acceptable, and which are not. Care will be taken to match the sex and relationships education provided to the age and understanding of the students involved.

Where appropriate, outside agencies may be invited to the school to assist in certain sex and relationships education lessons.

As well as providing balanced and factual information about human reproduction and behaviour, in compliance with legal duties, sex and relationships education must include education about H.I.V., Aids and sexually transmitted diseases.

For further details about the Sex and Relationships Education at Rumworth School, please contact school and we shall be pleased to give you the programme of study.

The Education Act of 1993 gives parents or carers the right to withdraw students from any or all parts of a school’s programme of Sex and Relationships Education, apart from the topics of human development and reproduction as contained in the National Curriculum Science Order. Should parents wish to exercise this right or discuss issues, please contact the Head Teacher. Staff will always endeavour to offer appropriate support and information.

THE SCHOOL DAY


Monday to Thursday

08.45 Registration & Assembly

09.05 Basic Skills Lesson 1

09.35 Lesson 2

10.15 Break

10.25 Lesson 3

11.05 Lesson 4

11.45 Lunchtime

12.30 Registration

12.35 Basic Skills Lesson 5

13.05 Lesson 6

13.45 Lesson 7

14.25 Lesson 8

15.05 End of school day for students

Friday

08.45 Registration & Assembly

09.05 Social Interaction Lesson 1

09.35 Lesson 2

10.15 Break

10.25 Lesson 3

11.05 Lesson 4

11.45 Lunchtime

12.30 Registration

12.35 Lesson 5

13.15 Lesson 6

13.55 Lesson 7

14.35 End of school day for students

REWARDING ACHIEVEMENT

Rumworth School aims to motivate all students by rewarding their successes through nationally recognised accreditation.

“EXTERNAL ACCREDITATION IS SOUGHT AT EVERY OPPORTUNITY TO ENSURE STUDENTS’ WORK AND SKILLS ARE FULLY CHALLENGED AND ENDORSED. A CLOSE MATCH OF ACCREDITATION TO INDIVIDUAL STUDENTS’ ACHIEVEMENTS ENABLES ALL TO GAIN NATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS.” (OFSTED 2009)

Students in Years 10 and 11, according to their ability, are entered for various forms of certification, including the Entry Level Certificate, GCSEs and Duke of Edinburgh Award.

Sixth Form students also follow courses such as GCSE, Towards Independence, ASDAN Life Skills and Enterprise.

“STUDENTS’ TIME IN THE SIXTH FORM IS CHARACTERISED BY A RAPID GROWTH IN INDEPENDENCE AND CONFIDENCE. STAFF GUIDE THEM EXCEPTIONALLY WELL AND ENSURE THEY ARE PREPARED FOR THE NEXT PHASE IN THEIR LIVES.” (OFSTED 2009) Each year, students who are approaching the end of their compulsory school career are presented with their Record of Achievement, featuring achievements in all aspects of their education.

Awards of various types are also presented to other students at the end of the summer term, and there is a further presentation of externally awarded certificates in the Autumn Term.

In addition to recognition of academic achievements, students also receive awards for success in sporting events, both at the annual Rumathon and at regional events.

Good attendance is recognised and rewarded. There are also various cups and trophies presented to students annually under different categories.

Students are also rewarded for effort and behaviour by the giving of house points and lottery points, with successful students receiving various amounts of money.

CURRICULUM ENRICHMENT

CLUBSWeekly activities include a swimming club, a weight-training club and sessions at Bolton Arena. Other clubs which are run at lunchtime are the Wii Club, the Dance Club, the Music Club, the ICT Club, the Board Game Club, the Girls’ Group Club, the DVD Club and the Activities Club. The football club is on every day of the school week.Bolton Lads and Girls Club is also attended by some of our students after school.

VISITS Students enjoy a rich programme of educational visits throughout the school year, both in Bolton and the wider area. Many curriculum areas arrange visits which enhance the subject matter and engage students’ interests further. Visits to local churches, mosques and Hindu temples are a feature of the RE curriculum. Students and staff attend the Holocaust Memorial Service in Bolton to mark Holocaust Memorial Day. The ASD provision provides communication based visits on Friday mornings. This could be to a cafe/shops, etc. and students ask for specific items in differentiated ways, i.e. PECS strip/one symbol exchange or by communicating in full sentences. Other examples include Haigh Hall, Bolton Museum, Moses Gate Park, Moss Bank Park, the Museum of Science and Industry and the People’s History Museum. Trips to Space in Preston for students with physical and emotional difficulties have proved popular and beneficial. The school also invites Zoo Lab to show the students real live animals! Teachers from schools in Europe have visited the school, bringing a fresh outlook on European culture and education. Where out of school visits take place during the school day, parents/carers will be informed either by letter or in the students’ diaries. When any visits take place partly or wholly outside the school day (including those which may start during the school day) signed permission will be requested from parents/carers.

THE ARTS AT RUMWORTHA recent major event has been the Hat Walk, the culmination of a project run over many months by Mrs Laird as part of an international Cultural Olympiad. Students also participated in the Festival of Flight, along with other schools in Bolton, with work being displayed in Bolton’s Market Place. Students have the opportunity to listen to live music from visiting musicians. They also enjoy visits to concert halls such as the Bridgewater Hall in Manchester. Rumworth School music department has close contacts with the Bolton Music Centre and weekly drumming sessions have been offered to students. The Centre has input into musical performances such as the Christmas Celebration and other aspects of the music curriculum. Students also learn many skills about broadcasting (equipment used, interview techniques, mixing and recording) at Bolton Market Radio, with the possibility of gaining accreditation for their work. Students also study music and media in our media suite and examples can be seen on our VLE via Radiowaves. Rumworth also has links with the Octagon Theatre and several of our students attend workshops there. Pantomimes performed at Rumworth by touring groups are very popular. Professional dramatic productions are a regular feature at Rumworth School, the most recent being Macbeth.

STUDENT VOICE

The views of the students at Rumworth School are taken very seriously. One of the main ways of making their voice heard is through the Student Council which is an important part of school life. It allows students to have a say in the decision-making process of the school.

In September, each form elects one representative who then attends regular meetings chaired by an elected member of the council.

Concerns raised by students along with suggestions for improving the school are discussed, and decisions are made or deferred pending further research. Student Councillors then report back to their forms and seek further feedback and suggestions.

The Student Council has an annual budget of £1000. This may be used to buy items for school which students have identified as being necessary for the further improvement of the school.

Through the Student Council, certificates are awarded to those students who have been chosen by their peers as deserving recognition of improved effort, acts of kindness, better behaviour, etc.

The Student Council plays an important role in the development of Citizenship in the curriculum. It has gathered views from students on the ethos of the school and on rewards and sanctions and what constitutes undesirable behaviour such as bullying.

The Student Council has also sought ideas from students on what constitutes effective teaching and how they like to learn at Rumworth. The results were passed on to the staff. This has been done through both the Council and the Healthy Schools Initiative.

All students have been consulted on both the Disability Equality Scheme and the Gender Equality Scheme and their recommendations have been acted upon.

The Student Council has also taken part in the selection process of two deputy head teachers, and two councillors also took part in the appointment of the Leading Edge Literacy teacher.

The Mayor of Bolton and the local MP have met the Student Council and talked about local and national democracy.

LINKS

Rumworth School believes that positive relations between parents, students and the school help to make the school successful. Links with parents take many forms and information is given via Annual Reviews, termly reports on Basic Skills and Individual Education Plans, half-termly newsletters, the home/school diary and parents’ evenings. One parent has written: “THERE ARE VERY STRONG RELATIONSHIPS WITH PARENTS AND CARERS WHERE THEY ARE ENCOURAGED AND INVOLVED IN EVERY ASPECT OF THEIR CHILD'S LIFE.” (IQM ASSESSOR 2011)Rumworth School Community Group (RSCG) is a vital part of the school, raising money to provide resources which enhance learning opportunities. The RSCG also provides opportunities for parents to meet on a social basis where they can get to know each other, discuss concerns and share information. Details about RSCG activities are sent to parents, along with an open invitation to attend the meetings each term.

Community links are strengthened through access to Work Experience in the community. Rumworth School acknowledges and thanks local firms, schools, nurseries and Bolton Community College for the tremendous support and goodwill shown to its students.

Rumworth School is fortunate in having strong links with local colleges, universities and Sixth Forms. Students from these establishments undertake both voluntary and course-led placements in school and help to support students in the classroom.

Rumworth School is also grateful to parent and other voluntary helpers for giving up their time to support students.

In addition to local links, Rumworth School has for the past fourteen years had links with schools and colleges in Europe and throughout the world.

As a result of visits to America through the Teachers’ International Professional Development scheme, the school also has links with two schools in Las Vegas.

The school has gained the International School Award for the international dimension of its curriculum.

Rumworth School’s Leading Edge Status allows it to link more effectively with many other schools, both mainstream and special, in Bolton and throughout the North West. The school hosts conferences, sharing good practice which encompasses the whole gamut of educational matters.

PART OF THE HAT WALK PROJECT

GETTING READY FOR THE HAT WALK

CARING FOR STUDENTS

“OUTSTANDING PASTORAL CARE ENSURES INDIVIDUAL STUDENTS’ NEEDS ARE PARAMOUNT.” (OFSTED 2009)Rumworth School provides an environment which helps to make students feel secure. Teaching styles are adapted to enable the students to feel and to be successful. Counselling and support are given to those with emotional or behavioural difficulties or with specific physical or learning problems. The school has developed a nurture programme for those students who are in most need.“A HIGHLY EFFECTIVE NURTURE GROUP SUPPORTS THE MOST VULNERABLE STUDENTS BOTH IN AND OUT OF THE CLASSROOM.” (OFSTED 2009)

The Governors’ Pastoral Committee supports the school in its caring attitude and works closely with the Deputy Head (Student Welfare). PARENTS REPORT A VERY HIGH LEVEL OF CONFIDENCE IN THE SCHOOL E.G. “MY CHILD HAS ACHIEVED BEYOND EXPECTATIONS. PASTORAL CARE IS SUPERB.” THIS, COUPLED WITH THE QUIET DETERMINATION OF SCHOOL LEADERS, STAFF AND STUDENTS TO CONTINUE TO WORK TOGETHER, MAKES THE SCHOOL A VERY SPECIAL PLACE. (IQM ASSESSOR 2011)

The school has close contacts with the School's Psychological Service and an educational psychologist regularly visits the school to work with the teachers in assessing and planning for those students with particular difficulties.A Speech and Language Therapy Team is also allocated to the school to work with children requiring speech therapy. There is a School Nurse on site at various times in the week, and the school's First Aiders deal with any minor ailments. The School Doctor conducts health checks for those students who need it.

PHYSICAL INTERVENTION: TEAM-TEACHRumworth aims to have an orderly environment in which safety is paramount. In Bolton’s special schools there are a few students whose needs are such that they need to be “positively handled” by staff for their own safety and the safety of other students and staff. All staff have undergone training in physical intervention and four staff are trained tutors. Students are treated with dignity and respect in all situations and physical intervention is only used as a last resort. Parents have been fully apprised of the policy. If you require further information about the school’s policy, please phone school and/or look at the website: www.team-teach.co.uk

CHILD PROTECTIONThe LA has procedures relating to child protection, and it is the responsibility of all staff within school to protect the children and prevent exploitation and abuse. Children have the right to be listened to, valued, respected and protected from harm. The procedure for dealing with child abuse is not a matter for the discretion of the Headteacher or any other member of staff. In every instance, guidelines set down by the LA will be followed. Staff have received training in safeguarding and this is updated every year.

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ETHOS AND DISCIPLINE “STUDENTS HAVE VERY POSITIVE ATTITUDES TO SCHOOL AND SHOW GREAT MUTUAL RESPECT.” (OFSTED 2009)Staff and students have an agreed Code of Conduct to which everyone is expected to adhere. The school rules are mainly concerned with safety and the maintenance of good behaviour and mutual respect.The school believes that students respond best to encouragement and praise. House points are awarded to students for fulfilling certain targets, and small rewards are given to those students who gain the requisite amount of points. The Sixth Form have a system of lottery points, awarded for similar reasons. Special Mention and Extra Special Mention Certificates awarded by the Student Council are presented regularly to those students who have made a marked improvement or completed a task that was difficult for them. Staff have high expectations of students’ effort and behaviour, and everyone is encouraged to contribute towards the building of an orderly community. “BEHAVIOUR IS EXCELLENT, BOTH IN AND OUT OF THE CLASSROOM.” (OFSTED 2009). Minor breaches of discipline are dealt with by the imposition of extra work and the loss of free time. Other cases of misbehaviour may incur a detention after school. Parents will always be informed about the detention 24 hours in advance, or may make special arrangements with the school if it is deemed necessary to hold the detention on the same day. In cases of more serious, unacceptable behaviour students are placed on a structured programme of behaviour management led by the form tutor and a senior member of staff. On rare occasions the Headteacher will ask the parents to visit the school to discuss very serious cases of misbehaviour. Only as a last resort, after parents have been involved and all other methods have been tried, will students be excluded from school. Parents will be given the necessary information should this occur.A copy of the Ethos, Behaviour and Attendance policy is available from the school and on the VLE.

ATTENDANCE

“STUDENTS ENJOY COMING TO SCHOOL IMMENSELY AND THIS IS REFLECTED IN THEIR EXCELLENT ATTENDANCE.” (OFSTED 2009)At the end of July 2012, there were ?? students in Y7 to Y11. The percentage of half days missed through authorised absence was ??The percentage of half days missed through unauthorised absence was ??School attendance was ?? The school will authorise those absences which are unavoidable, such as illness. Parents will be contacted on the first day of their child’s absence. Parents should telephone or send a note to school explaining any absences. Requests for absence from school should be made by letter, and the school will inform parents if such absences will be authorised. Rumworth School does not look favourably on holidays taken during term-time, unless the circumstances are exceptional. Students’ progress is often determined by their level of attendance at school. Good attendance is considered as very important, and certificates are awarded to those students who show high levels of attendance.

SIGNING IN and OUT of SCHOOL

Students who arrive late at school should report to Mrs Grundy (Receptionist), giving the reason for their lateness. If they fail to do this, the school cannot guarantee a dinner for latecomers. Any students leaving the premises during the day must have permission from staff, and should sign the appropriate book. They should then sign to say that they have returned to school, if that is the case. These procedures are vital if the school is to protect students in the event of, say, a fire.

PERSONAL PROPERTY

Students must not bring items such as MP3 players, games, toys, etc. to school. Cigarettes, matches, illegal drugs, lighters, knives and any kind of weapon are totally forbidden. Designated staff have the authority to search students if it is considered necessary. All items of value, including watches, mobile phones and money are the responsibility of the owner. Mobile phones must be switched off during the day, and students are responsible for their safe-keeping. If a student switches on their mobile phone during the day, it will be confiscated. Staff are not responsible for the safe-keeping of students’ property. Students should not bring chewing gum to school or wear make-up and jewellery. A stud in each ear lobe is permitted. Parents are requested to read the school’s policies on Ethos, Behaviour and Attendance Policy and also Valuables in School for further details. You can find them on the VLE or ask school for a copy. Rumworth School (Bolton) > School Information .> Letting Parents Know

SCHOOL UNIFORM

GIRLS: Navy blue or black skirt or trousersLight blue blouse or polo shirtNavy blue tie (optional)Navy blue jumper, cardigan or sweatshirtBlack shoesNavy or black blazer (optional)

BOYS: Dark grey or black trousersLight blue shirt or polo shirtNavy blue tie (optional)Navy blue jumper or sweatshirtBlack shoesNavy or black blazer (optional)

SIXTH FORM: Sixth form students do not wear school uniform, but they are expected to be clean and neat and dressed appropriately and decently for school.PE KIT:White T-shirt and black or navy blue shorts or skirt.Swim wear.All children must bring a towel for showers after P.E. and games.

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SCHOOL DINNERS

Students may bring a packed lunch to school or buy a school dinner. A choice of meals is available. Dinner money (£??? per day, £???? per week) is collected on Monday mornings. Special diets can be provided if parents or doctors request it.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

“EXCELLENT EQUALITY OF OPPORTUNITY IS EVIDENCED IN THE EXCEPTIONAL PROGRESS OF ALL STUDENTS AND HOW HARMONIOUSLY STUDENTS GET ON WITH EACH OTHER.” (OFSTED 2009)

All students at Rumworth School are treated equally, regardless of race, colour, creed or gender. Issues such as bullying and racism are dealt with in PSHE lessons and as whole school assembly themes. Incidents of bullying and racial abuse are treated with the utmost seriousness. All students are aware that they must report any incidents to a member of staff who will keep a record and take appropriate steps to deal with them.One of Rumworth's three strategic priorities is Achievement for All. Rumworth is therefore committed to providing access to all areas for its diverse population of students. Lifts, ramps and toilet facilities ensure access to the school for all pupils. The school has conducted consultations with all interested bodies on both Disability Equality and Gender Equality and has published an Equality Scheme. We invite parents to inform us of any ways in which we can improve access to and around the school for those with disabilities.

SCHOOL RECORDS

The School's Governors have delegated the day to day responsibility for the maintenance of records on students to the Headteacher. Parents or guardians have the right of access to records on their own children. A statement of the arrangements is available at the school.

PHOTOGRAPHS OF STUDENTS

From time to time we will display students’ achievements accompanied by photographs of the students around the school. Photographs of students and their achievements may also appear on the school website and on the website dedicated to our European projects. If parents have any objections to their child’s photograph being used for these purposes, or if they would simply like to have their child’s name removed, they should contact the school so that such an objection may be recorded and made known to all relevant parties.

COMPLAINTS POLICY

Raising Concerns and Resolving Complaints

From time to time, parents and others connected with the school will become aware of matters which cause them concern. To encourage solutions of such situations the Governing Body has adopted a “General Complaints Procedure”.

The procedure is devised with the intention that it will:

� Usually be possible to resolve problems by informal means

� Be simple to use and understand

� Be non-adversarial

� Provide confidentiality

� Allow problems to be handled swiftly

� Address all the points at issue

� Inform future practice so that the problem is unlikely to recur.

Full details of the procedure may be obtained from the School Office or from the Clerk to the Governing Body.

OTHER SCHOOL POLICIES

The following school policies are on the VLE (Rumworth School (Bolton) > School Information > Letting Parents Know): Equality Scheme; Anti-harassment; Charging and Remissions; Collective Worship; Curriculum; Ethos, Behaviour and Attendance; Community Cohesion; Monitoring Pupil Progress; Special Educational Needs; Valuables in School.

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CHARGING and REMISSIONS POLICY

INTRODUCTION

The objectives of the charging provisions in the Education Reform Act 1988 are:

1. to maintain the right to free school education.2. to establish that activities offered wholly or mainly during normal teaching time

should be available to all students regardless of their parents’ ability or willingness to help meet the cost.

3. to emphasise that there is no statutory requirement to charge for any form of education or related activity, but to give LAs and schools the discretion to charge for optional activities provided wholly or mainly out of school hours.

4. to confirm the right of LAs and schools to invite voluntary contributions for the benefit of the school, or in support of any activity organised by the school, whether during or outside school hours.

The school’s policy, which is in line with the LA’s policy, follows the guidelines which can be found on http://www.teachernet.gov.uk/ and is as follows:

EDUCATION DURING SCHOOL HOURS

Education provided by the school during school hours is free of charge. (School hours are those hours when the school is actually in session and do not include the break in the middle of the school day).

The school may, however, invite voluntary contributions for the benefit of the school or in support of any activity organised by the school. The terms of any request to parents to make voluntary contributions will make it clear that:

1. there is no obligation to contribute.2. students will not be treated differently according to whether their parents have made a

contribution in response to the request.

(If the number of places available for a particular activity is limited, the school will decide which students should be given the opportunity to participate without reference to parents’ willingness or ability to make a voluntary contribution towards the cost).

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EDUCATION OUTSIDE SCHOOL HOURS

Charges may be made for education which falls outside school hours and is not:

1. required as part of the syllabus for a prescribed public examination.2. provided specifically to fulfil statutory duties relating to the national curriculum or to

religious education.Participation in such activities, i.e. “optional extras”, will be on the basis of parental choice and a willingness to pay the charges made. The agreement of individual parents will therefore be a necessary pre-requisite for the provision of an optional extra for which charges are to be made.

RESIDENTIAL VISITS: BOARD AND LODGING

Where a school activity involves students in nights away from home, a charge may be made for board and lodging in all cases, whether or not the activity is deemed to have taken place in school hours. No charges for board and lodging will be made where a student whose parents are in receipt of Income Support or Family Credit takes part in a residential visit in school hours or outside school hours.

CHARGES FOR MATERIALS

The school will provide or pay for any ingredients, materials, equipment, etc. which are needed for practical subjects such as Food Technology and D&T. Parents or students may, however, contribute to these on a voluntary basis and the school may charge for, or require the supply of, ingredients and materials, if parents have indicated in advance their wish to own the finished product. A charge will be made in all cases where parents indicate in advance that they wish to own the finished product in subjects such as Food Technology and D&T.

BREAKAGES AND DAMAGE TO SCHOOL PROPERTY

School will ask parents/students to make a contribution towards the cost of replacements and repairs where this is the result of a student’s behaviour, or where the damage is deliberate.

LOST PROPERTY

School will ask parents/students to make a contribution towards the cost of the replacement of school property lost by students. If the item is later found, the money will be refunded.

CONCLUSION

The school would not wish to see any child unable to participate in any activity because of family hardship or unwillingness on the part of the parents to pay. When arranging a chargeable activity, therefore, parents should always feel able to approach the school, in confidence, for the remission of charges in part or in full.

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STUDENTS ENJOYING THE SENSORY GARDEN

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS FOR 2013-2014

The school terms are as follows:

AUTUMN TERM 2013

Term begins: Tuesday 3rd September

Half Term holiday: Monday 28th October to Friday 3rd November

Term ends: Thursday 18th December

SPRING TERM 2014

Term begins: Monday 6th January

Half Term holiday: Monday 17th February to Friday 21st February

Term ends: Thursday 10th April

SUMMER TERM 2014

Term begins: Monday 28th April

Bank Holiday Monday 5th May

Half Term holiday: Monday 26th May to Friday 30th May

Term ends: Friday 18th July

AUTUMN TERM 2014

Term begins: Tuesday 2nd September


For detailed information about Rumworth School’s performance relating to achievement and progress, log on to:

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KEY STAGE 4 ACHIEVEMENTS 2012

GCSE RESULTS 2012

9 students gained passes in GCSE Art: Grades D, E and F9 students gained passes in GCSE English: Grades C to E7 students gained passes in GCSE Maths: Grades D to G9 students gained passes in GCSE Science: Grades D to G

CONGRATULATIONS TO THEM ALL ON THESE WONDERFUL RESULTS!

ENTRY LEVEL CERTIFICATE 2012

100% of the students who were entered gained accreditation in the Entry Level Certificate in the following subjects:

Design and Technology: Resistant MaterialsDesign and Technology: FoodProduct DesignPSHEEnglishFrenchHistoryICTMathsP.E.R.E.Science.

Unit Awards were gained in a wide range of subjects.

100% of students gained external accreditation via Entry Level Certificates and Unit Awards.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THEM ALL!




SIXTH FORM ACHIEVEMENTS 2012NOT GOT UP TO DATE INFORMATION FOR 2012Accredited Courses - Results

Courses Level Number of students entered

% pass Progression(Higher or Widening)

Health and Social Care GCSE 10 100 H*Functional Skills Eng E1 12 100 W*Functional Skills Eng E2 18 100 W*FS Maths E2 14 100 W*FS Maths E1 25 100*FS ICT E3 6 100 WBusiness Studies E3 11 100 HBusiness Studies E3 8 100 WAsdan Cert in PSD E3 15 100 WAsdan Cert in PSD E2 20 100 WAsdan Bronze Award (Y12) *Bronze 35 100 WAsdan Silver Challenge (Y13)

*Silver 6 100 W

Duke of Edinburgh Award Bronze 21 80 WTowards Independence: 5 modules

*Award (not levelled)

9 100 W

Arts Award Level 1 10 100 HMedia techniques in Broadcasting (Market radio)

Level 1 10 100 H

*The Functional Skills assessments are more demanding at the levels shown hence them being offered at a lower level that Entry levels achieved in these subjects by the students in the groups shown.**Asdan Bronze Award and Silver Challenge Awards are not levelled but written to apply generally to E2 - L1.

Analysis and commentThe academic year 2010/2011 was a successful year for the Sixth Form in terms of results. The courses offered showed the diversity and breadth of the curriculum offered and also the progression.All students achieved at least 4 or more forms of accreditation with some students achieving six types, e.g. Asdan Silver Challenge, Asdan PSD, GCSE Health and Social Care, Arts Award.


All students entered for any accredited course passed, with one student gaining Rumworth’s first C grade in GCSE Health and Social Care. All students entered for this GCSE passed, with 1 C grade, 1 D grade, 4 E grades, 2 F grades and 1 G. (These students also got GCSE Art, English and some Science in Y11, giving them 3 or 4 GCSEs).All 4 groups were entered for Asdan PSD again this year, with many students now qualifying for an Award or Certificate. The Phoenix Theatre worked with a cohort of 10 students and they achieved level 1 in the Arts Award.Foundation Learning continued with more students being entered for Asdan PSD and Functional Skills in English, Maths and ICT. These were further developed, with all students passing at their respective levels. The vocational element was introduced, with some students experiencing hairdressing and other vocational courses (unaccredited).In conclusion, this was another successful year for our students.


DESTINATION OF SCHOOL LEAVERS (YEAR 11) 2011 - 2012

Number of

students who left Y11 in 2012

Went to Rumworth

6th Form

Further Education/

College

Not in Education, Employment or

Training

Personal Development Opportunity

Employed

16 13 2 1 0 0

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