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Samantha Boluka:
I AM ONE OF YEAR 8 Student
Aims and Objectives
We serve the community and work with parents to help all pupils grow into mature, responsible adults and good citizens. The Heartlands High School aims to provide a broadly based and balanced education, relevant to the needs and abilities of the pupils, mindful of the requirements and aspirations of society.
Aims
Our aim is to provide an education which develops the full potential of each pupil in preparation for life’s opportunities, responsibilities and experiences.
ObjectivesOur aim is to provide an education which develops the full potential of each pupil in preparation for life’s opportunities, responsibilities and experiences.
We want:
• We want to encourage pupils to work with a high level of effort
• Insist on high standards of courtesy, self-discipline, respect for others, responsibility for others, co-operation with others
• Encourage pupils to understand and respect the religious and moral values of the pupil’s own and other cultures
• Help pupils to develop their skills and abilities to the highest possible level, acquiring the knowledge and skills needed for adulthood and the world of work
• Encourage pupils to enjoy learning, so that they go on learning throughout life
• Teach pupils to understand and respect themselves, developing their own self-esteem while respecting others
• Encourage pupils to develop responsible attitudes towards caring for themselves, and the wise use of their time
• Help pupils understand how to care for their community and their environment
• Provide an orderly, safe and stimulating environment in which children can learn effectively
• Encourage pupils to gain a positive attitude to life, recognising their unique worth, enabling them to realise their true potential
• Help pupils to develop qualities of versatility and adaptability
• Help pupils to develop a sense of responsibility and self-discipline.
Heartlands Academy, Great Francis Street, Nechells, Birmingham B7 4QR
Telephone Number: 0121 464 3931
Email: enquiry@Heartlands-Academy.org.uk
Principal: Mrs. G. Jones
Chair of Governors
c/o Heartlands Academy, Great Francis Street, Nechells, Birmingham B7 4QR
EACT, Sixth Floor, 81 Oxford Street, London W1D 2EU.
Telephone Number: 44 (0) 20 7903-5460
E-Mail Address: info@Edutrust.org
High Aspirations and High Expectations for All
- The Vision
The Academy will embrace initiatives and opportunities that reflect its ethos and benefit the students and the local community. The Heartlands Academy will therefore be constantly evolving. The Academy will prioritise its plans to meet a set of strategic objectives which ensure that high educational standards are sustainable.
The Heartlands Academy will provide 'Excellence in Education for All' ensuring that the life chances of all its students are enhanced continuously. In promoting educational opportunities for all, the Heartlands Academy, Birmingham, will reflect an inclusive ethos that promotes tolerance and respect for others. This will be characterised by diversity, equality and excellence.
Through appropriate curricular, family and community support, the Academy will raise student expectations of what they can achieve. Ultimately, the Academy expects students to develop into citizens who are able to represent themselves confidently in all aspects of public and community life. The Academy will support its students to contribute fully and effectively to the economic wellbeing of the whole community.
The Academy will be replacing an outstanding school and will seek to develop the effective features of its predecessor school. By providing access to opportunities through its curriculum, specialisms and wider experience, the Academy will aim to become a centre of excellence in the local community.
* The Academy will raise educational standards.
* The Academy will create an inclusive ethos that effectively provides for all students, irrespective of their ability, gender, faith, culture or race, through personalised learning opportunities.
* The Academy will develop 'Centres of Excellence' through innovative approaches to teaching and learning to ensure that all students achieve their full personal and academic potential.
* The Academy will raise student aspirations and expectations of what they can achieve through exciting and challenging opportunities both within and beyond the formal curriculum.
* The Academy will enrich experiences for students through its subject specialisms.
* The Academy will use a flexible approach in delivering the curriculum and will incorporate specialist staff including Excellent Teachers and Advanced Skills Teachers.
* The Academy will prepare students for the future, in particular in realistic adult working environments which reflect commercial standards and provide real life experiences through the involvement of business, including personal mentors and subject based placements.
* The Academy will foster unity, nationhood and citizenship and will provide opportunities for students to develop into citizens who actively contribute towards the building of cohesive and peaceful communities.
* The Academy will provide opportunities for students to assume increasing responsibilities in the life and work of the Academy, and to participate in local and international activities, for example the Model United Nations, International School Conference and British Council Link programmes.
* The Academy will strengthen support for families by embracing the Every Child Matters and Extended Schools Agendas.
* The Academy will actively seek to collaborate and establish partnerships with organisations which are culturally inclusive.
* The Academy will nurture greater integration and community cohesion and will seek to invest in the community to improve opportunities for everyone through 'one stop' facilities including lifelong learning, health, fitness and recreation.
* The Academy will work with and involve key stakeholders, partners and the local community, including feeder primary and local secondary schools, and will ensure that key stakeholder groups are represented on the Board of Governors.
* The Academy will establish strong links with business, the public sector, and further and higher education providers to maximise relevant learning opportunities for progression.
* The Academy will ensure that teachers and support staff are positive role models for students alongside community mentors and champions.
* The Academy will provide a programme of quality continuing professional development and training for all staff to underpin and sustain improvements in teaching and learning.
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This section of the prospectus contains more detailed information about the Academy, including rules, guidelines and statistical data. It would be true to say the Heartlands Academy has something of a reputation for high standards of uniform and behaviour. With considerable attention to detail we set out clearly what is expected of our students and we suggest to all prospective members of our Academy that if you join us you have signed up to follow all of our rules not just the ones that are convenient. We always ask parents for their support in this and are delighted by the positive response.
Academy Uniform
We consider the wearing of uniform to be very important. It provides our students with an identity, it helps promote a purposeful approach to learning and it demonstrates a commitment to the values of the Academy. Our strict and consistent approach is appreciated by students and parents. Indeed, both students and parents have worked hard with the Academy to ensure that the uniform is of a high standard and appropriate to the requirements of modern day education. There is an expectation that all members of the Academy will strive to look their best. For students this will mean wearing the Academy uniform correctly when travelling to, from and with the Academy and when on Academy trips and visits.
All items of uniform, including PE kit, must be clearly marked with the student's name.
With all aspects of uniform, if you are uncertain about a specific issue, please ask for our advice. It is worth pointing out that students can, and will be disciplined and ultimately sent home if they are not wearing the correct Academy uniform. We want to work with you to ensure that this doesn't happen.
Buying Academy Uniform
The purchase of items of uniform from our shop is highly recommended. The only way in which parents can be certain that uniform is correct is to purchase it from us. Please be reassured that we have contracts with manufacturers of high quality clothing that are able to provide you with the correct uniform at competitive prices.Uniform at Heartlands Academy
Sweatshirt: Black embroidered with the Academy logo.Girls
White cotton blouse
Skirt/Trousers: Black skirt or tailored trousers (no jeans, cords, ski pants or leggings)
Shoes: Black with flat or no heels
No trainers, platform or ballet style shoes
Jewellery: No Jewellery except a watch and stud earrings
Black Sweatshirt embroidered the Academy logoBoys
Plain white cotton shirt
Trousers: Black tailored trousers (no jeans/cords)
Shoes: Black with flat or no heels
No trainers or platform Shoes
Jewellery: No Jewellery except a watch and stud earrings
Physical Education Kit List
Polo shirt: Black and Red embroidered with the Academy logoGirls
Tracksuit: Black embroidered with the Academy logo
Socks: White
PE Skirt: Black
Trainers
Polo shirt: Black and Red embroidered with the Academy logoBoys
Tracksuit: Black embroidered with the Academy logo
Socks: Black and Red embroidered with Academy logo.
Shorts: Black
Trainers
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General Information
Academy Shop
In addition to Uniform, the shop provides many items useful in the day to day life of our students. This includes a full range of textbooks and revision guides, as well as the sale of pens, pencils and rulers. This ensures that the excuse of forgetting these items is a thing of the past. During term time, the shop is open before and after the Academy, and at break and lunchtimes. The shop is also open during the holiday periods at times advertised or on demand by prior arrangement. Back to Top
Insurance
Parents are reminded that the Academy does not accept responsibility for personal property. Students are strongly advised not to bring expensive items to the Academy. Parents should initially check their household insurance policy to see that they are covered. The Academy does not accept any liability. Back to Top
Mobile Phones and Cameras
Whilst we understand that mobile phones have, to an extent, become a useful security item, they bring with them significant problems. Whilst on site, mobile phones must be turned off and remain off. Students are advised to be discreet in the use of their phones to and from the Academy in order to prevent becoming a target of aggravated phone theft. The taking of photographs of any kind on the Academy site, is done so with the prior permission of the Principal only. Possessing images taken on our site, even if it is of friends, can lead to problems. Back to Top
Calculators
It is beneficial for students to have a simple scientific calculator. They can be purchased from the Academy shop and are suitable for students up to the end of their GCSE courses. Maths and Science teaching staff will be pleased to offer advice on such a purchase. Back to Top
Charging for Activities
Heartlands Academy does not charge fees for tuition. Charges may be necessary for activities which take place in Academy time or which form part of the curriculum studies of the Academy. In some cases, the Academy may invite parents to make a voluntary financial contribution to activities which are additional to the basic curriculum. However, there will be no obligation to make such contributions and equality of opportunity for all students will be maintained, irrespective of any voluntary contributions. Back to Top
Academy Trips
Trips are a valued part of our provision. Their success is due to the dedication and commitment of the staff that carry out these voluntary duties. It must be remembered that there is no automatic right for students to participate in these activities and the Academy, therefore, reserves the right to decide on the composition of any trip. The inclusion of students is on the understanding that their standard of behaviour, progress in their work and commitment to wearing of their uniform is acceptable to the Academy. If they fall short in these areas, the Academy reserves the right to exclude students from the trip. Similarly, as students represent Heartlands Academy on the trip, it is essential that their behaviour reflects our high expectations. Failure to adhere to the requirements of the trip including the wearing of smart casual dress (as set out in the kit list) and excellent behaviour throughout could result in students: being sent home from the trip and/or being prevented from involvement in future trips. The Academy's decision is final.Back to Top
Detentions
There is an Academy detention which takes place for one hour at the end of formal lesson time. Students are placed in this only as a last resort and parents are given the statutory twenty-four hours notice before this occurs. This is not a voluntary activity and although parent's agreement is not required we seek to work together on this.