In this section, there are videos to help introduce you to some key people and to help answer any initial questions you may have.
We look forward to meeting you and your parent/carers for your Progress Day appointment on Wednesday September 2nd.
From September 2026, we will not be allowing our new Year 7 students to bring smart phones into school at all. The only acceptable phones for new Year 7 students to bring with them will be one of the basic feature ‘brick’ phones eg:
Nokia 105/106
Alcatel 3080
Nokia 3210
Nokia 2660
This decision is driven by our commitment to enhancing your child’s education and well-being, based on compelling evidence. Smart phones are a major distraction, impacting learning and student outcomes. By removing them, we aim for improved academic focus and reduced staff workload from managing phone-related issues. This policy also supports student well-being, as research links phone use to increased anxiety and reduced social interaction. Our approach aligns with recent government recommendations and leverages our school’s existing Chromebook technology, making personal phones unnecessary for learning.
Help us best support your child
To help us best support your child’s transition, please complete the key information forms in the link below.
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