HIGHSTEDGRAMMAR SCHOOL

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HIGHSTEDGRAMMAR SCHOOL

HIGHSTEDGRAMMAR SCHOOL

Headteacher: Jennifer Payne

To seek, to learn, today….

Head Girls: Yasmin WilliamsLucy Pointer

Deputy Heads: Jonathan HopkinsAnne Kelly

Key Stage Managers: Lindsey FarringtonEmma Bushell

….to shape, to lead, tomorrow

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• Traditional values – honesty, respect, courtesy, pride

• Outstanding teachers – specialists in teaching able girls

‘Learners are rightly proud of their school. Relationships at all levels are excellent and staff and learners show mutual respect for each other.’

Ofsted Inspection Report

• A school for pupils – where opinion is valued and voice is heard

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• Primary transfer induction arrangements – many pupils already share activities with us!

• School size – small enough to stay in touch, focus on individual pupils

• Pastoral structure through house groups - experienced tutors, Sixth Formers attached to each group

‘There has been innovative work to engage pupils and this has developed to take account of their views and preferred learning activities.’

Ofsted Inspection Report

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…flexibility, creativity, problem-solving, communication and teamwork

‘Students make excellent progress in the Sixth Form... They are actively involved in all aspects of school life and provide excellent role models and mentoring for younger pupils.’

Ofsted Inspection Report

• A preparation for life…

• An exciting adventure…

…to University and beyond

HIGHSTEDGRAMMAR SCHOOL• Traditional curriculum,

range of teaching methods

• Full sixth form curriculum for girls and boys, most students go on to University

• Excellent examination results, continuous improvement:

‘Learners make excellent progress and the great majority reach or exceed their challenging targets so that the standards are outstanding.’

Ofsted Inspection Report

2012 A-level - pass rate 100%; 56% A*-B grades2012 GCSE - 99% 5+ A*-C grades, including

English and mathematics

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‘Pupils’ excellent attitudes to learning and the quality of teaching they receive are key factors in their success.’ Ofsted Inspection Report

‘Grammar schools are remarkably successful in enhancing the performance of pupils who gain their grammar school place by a narrow margin…. Borderline pupils who achieve a grammar school place obtain much better results in key stage three than those in the same ability group who do not (attend a grammar school).’

NfER research paper (September 2004)

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• Building on female strengths and skills

• Committed to preparing your daughter for her future

• Promoting pride in achievement

• Specialist science status: emphasis on success in the twenty-first century

‘…learners have particularly good opportunities to develop skills which prepare them superbly for the next steps in their education…’

Ofsted Inspection Report

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• Termly musical performances

‘Learners have excellent opportunities to take responsibility and make a positive contribution to their own and the wider community.’

Ofsted Inspection Report

Wide enrichment programme:• Sport for all – opportunities for

involvement at every level

• Drama productions• National Sports Leaders, Duke of Edinburgh,

Young Enterprise, European work experience

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• Visits and residential opportunities for all• Commitment to the community

• Extensive programme of educational and recreational activity

• Development of personal qualities and leadership skills

• The pupils’ school – Active School Council

‘Learners share a strong sense of belonging to the school community… They show a good understanding of other cultures and beliefs and respect the right of individuals to be different.’ Ofsted Inspection Report

• High expectations, a desire for excellence

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• Skills for life: self-respect, self-confidence, self-discipline

• Partnership with parents

• Senior pupils as role models

• Good manners, courtesy, consideration for others

• A preparation for adult life

‘Behaviour is exemplary both in lessons and around the school.’ Ofsted Inspection Report

HIGHSTEDGRAMMAR SCHOOLImportant Dates

• Register for 11+ tests by Monday 2 July 2012• Tests in primary schools: 12 & 13 September• Out-of-area tests: Saturday 8 & 15 September• Additional Open Evening at Highsted:

Tuesday 16 October 2012• Closing date for school choices: 31 October• National Offer day: 1 March 2013 • Independent Appeals process as now:

April/May 2013

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….where learning is fun!

A serious purpose….

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A school for the family...

…from enthusiastic youngster to mature young woman……facing her future with confidence

Highsted Grammar School provides an outstanding standard of education and care for its pupils. The school is very inclusive and there is a strong focus on encouraging both academic achievement and personal development of all learners. Learners feel extremely safe and well cared for and say that their teachers know them well and give them excellent guidance and support. Parents are overwhelmingly supportive of the school…. “My daughter is progressing well and the school certainly gives her the support and confidence to aim high in the future.” Ofsted Inspection Report

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To answer your questions:To seek, to learn, today….

….to shape, to lead, tomorrowThank you for visiting our school

• Jennifer Payne: Headteacher

• Lindsey Farrington: Key Stage 3 ManagersEmma Bushell

• Jonathan Hopkins: Deputy HeadsAnne Kelly

• Yasmin Williams: Head GirlsLucy Pointer