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At Loxford School of Science and Technology our aim is to provide young people with the highest quality education, accessible to students of all abilities. We emphasise traditional standards of uniform, good manners, discipline and respect whilst providing a very relevant and modern education which will enable our students to succeed in the workplace and society of the twenty-first century.

Students of all abilities do exceptionally well at the School and we are very proud of their achievements. Loxford School was the most improved school in England in 2007 and the School has regularly won Excellence Awards from the Government for outstanding results. In fact, our examination results make Loxford School one of the most successful schools in the country and we aim to improve further.

A new building is now in operation and we hope that the new state of the art facilities provides a school that offers life-long learning for your child.

We offer a wide range of very high quality academic and vocational courses and all students have the opportunity to undertake realistic scientific and business related projects. Full use is made of the very latest technology and state-of-the-art computing facilities are a feature of teaching in all subjects and a major feature in the new build. In this way, we aim to offer

the very best in traditional standards, coupled with the latest facilities and teaching techniques. Loxford School was recently chosen by the Government to be a Training College. We have two specialisms which include Science and Technology and we are now a Language College. This is in recognition of the very high standards of teaching and learning at the School.

It is no coincidence that when the School was last inspected in 2007, 2008 and in 2010 that inspectors judged Loxford to be an Outstanding School, with outstanding achievement and standards and excellent behaviour and excellent relationships between students and staff. This ethos is created by placing great emphasis on building a close working partnership with parents. We believe that it is only through students, parents and teachers working together in an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect that we can achieve the very best for our young people.

At Loxford School of Science and Technology we are confident that we can provide a safe, happy, modern and inspiring environment for your children to grow in and to achieve their full potential.

I look forward to meeting with you.Mrs. Anita Johnson

Welcome from the Headteacher

‘A safe, happy, modern and

inspiring environment’

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Learning at Loxford School of Science and TechnologyOur curriculum is designed to challenge and inspire in equal measure.It equips our leavers to become leaders in whatever career path they choose.

The CurriculumNew students will experience rich and varied lessons supported by the latest teaching techniques and equipment. Each subject has a highly qualified specialist team of teachers, teaching in rooms which have been equipped for their subject.For students aged 11-13 the Loxford School offers the National Curriculum.

Including:EnglishMathematicsScienceHistoryGeographyMusicDramaReligious EducationCitizenshipPhysical EducationArtDesign TechnologyInformation and Communication TechnologyModern Foreign Languages

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Specialist Language College Status: We offer a wide range of languages. Our students approach language learning confidently and with enthusiasm. Teaching is supportive, innovative and fun. We have state-of-the-art IT equipment in all our departments.

Specialist Science and Technology Status: Teaching in these subjects goes beyond the syllabus and there is an emphasis on practical investigations and depth of learning. Our Science laboratories are equipped to a high specification.

Training Schools: We are extremely proud of being awarded Training College Status. This recognises that the way we look after and train our staff to meet your child’s needs.

All three of our specialisms involve us working in partnership with other schools. This has led to enormous benefits.

‘Loxford is a happy school but there are also very high expectations

of behaviour, appearance and

standards’Ofsted

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Post 16

Students moving into the Sixth Form enter an inspirational environment, where they will be fully supported in their quest for academic and personal success.

Students are offered a wide range of academic courses and opportunities designed to develop the personal qualities needed for success at university and in a career.

Sixth Formers are given many opportunities to be leaders in our school. They can be peer mentors, school ambassadors, sports leaders, subject prefects and leaders of part of the School Council. Students’ choices are made easier by the support of a large team of staff, including tutors, directors of studies, academic mentors, careers advisors and individual needs teachers.

Our aim is to ensure that your child has the opportunity to access university if they choose. There is a dedicated ICT study area and common room for quiet study. We care about their learning.

Life as a member of the Sixth Form is full, active and rewarding.

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‘Academic and personal

success’.

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Life as a student at Loxford School of Science and TechnologyIn order for students to fulfil their potential at Loxford School, they need to feel secure, safe, supported and well motivated. In order to achieve this, Loxford School has a number of important expectations, rules and procedures as follows:

Mutual RespectLoxford School expects students to take responsibility for their behaviour at all times, both on and off the School site, and to treat each other with respect, mutual understanding and consideration. We foster a calm and disciplined learning ethos in which students work to the best of their ability. Bullying of any kind will not be tolerated and will always be quickly and firmly dealt with.

Self-DisciplineLoxford School expects students to have pride in themselves and their school. High standards of behaviour are expected, a desire to learn is expected, and students are expected to wear the Loxford School uniform in line with our clear policy.

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‘Relationships between students and teachers

is strong’Ofsted

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Loxford School offers students exceptionally good levels of equipment and facilities.These include a large, state-of-the-art, industry standard computer network; a wireless mobile network; a suite of business and ICT rooms to simulate the world of work, well equipped science laboratories; a large art and design studio; a learning resources centre and much more. In addition, a new Post 16 Study facility and new facilities for Music and Drama. We have a very strong commitment to continue to improve and develop our facilities in order to offer unrivalled opportunities to our young people.

Sporting and Swimming FacilitiesLoxford School provides leisure and sports facilities for the school and for the local community. This suite contains a swimming pool, sports hall, Astro Turf, athletics track, a multi purpose hard court area and several football pitches. For further detail please call the Business and Events Manager at the school.

Facilities and Equipment

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What to Do NextApply for a PlaceYou may apply for a place at Loxford School by listing us on the Common Application Form (CAF).

Visit Loxford School You may wish to visit us on our Open Evening and meet members of staff and students before making a decision on whether to apply. Please visit our School website at www. loxford.net.

Loxford School of Science and TechnologyLoxford Lane, Ilford

Essex IG1 2UT

t: 020 8514 4666f: 020 8514 6257

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