NEWSLETTER
May 2015
Cheshire Academies Trust
Together Everyone Achieves More
MESSAGE FROM THE HEADTEACHER
Welcome to the May edition of our newsletter. There is lots of information to pass on as we
have been extremely busy since the start of term!
As we enter into our fifth month of working in partnership as Cheshire Academies Trust we are
delighted to be able to share with you an update as to how the Trust is progressing and the
work that is planned or has already taken place.
As Heads of School we meet regularly to plan cross-Trust initiatives and provide inter-school
support. Such activities include;
Each school agreed a shared school improvement priority To collaborate with MAT
schools to forge personnel links, developing protocols and procedures to ensure efficient
and effective working practices in all 3 schools (management of the academy status)
School Self Evaluation summaries and School Development Plans have been shared
to ensure a unified approach to school evaluation and improvement
The Cheshire Academies Trust website is currently being designed and will be in
operation at the end of May
Cheshire Academies Trust staff have provided school to school support. This includes
Jon Clayton from Kelsall who has provided staff and pupil art workshops for Boughton
Heath.
The Heads of Schools have met to agree a format for assessing the curriculum without
levels
A document outlining Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) aligned to the Ofsted
framework has been written by the Head at Mill View Primary School to ensure
accountability in all schools by local governors and the Trustees
The Trust Board have met twice to formulate cross-Trust policy. The Heads of each school have
met regularly to agree how we can work together to raise standards across our schools. At the
last meeting the following actions were agreed
Each Head of School will undertake a review of lunchtime provision at another CAT
school. The reviews will take place week beginning 01 June 2015. Later in the summer
term Steve Ellis will be arranging external training for Year 5 to become Junior Playground
Leaders
Each Head of School will be supporting another CAT schools subject leader in observing
the quality of teaching mathematics in the Autumn term 2015
The Principal at Kelsall School will be working with PE subject leaders to develop inter-CAT
sports tournaments for every year group in 2015-2016
The Principal at Boughton Heath Academy will be working with an external provider to
develop public speaking coaching for pupils at each CAT school with the opportunity for
those who wish to sit public speaking exams to do so. We believe public speaking is an
important life skill that all pupils should have access to. We look forward to being able to
organise our own debating teams within our school and inter-CAT debates in 2015-2016.
On 7 May representatives from each School Council met at Kelsall School to share their
thoughts on the 11 by 11 experiences we want each child to have in a Cheshire Academies
Trust school.
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On 9 July the SENCo (Special Educational Needs) from each school will be meeting at
Boughton Heath. The focus of the day will be to review our school policies and practices
around SEND and to complete a CAT Special Educational Needs policy to ensure we are
working to the highest possible standards across all three schools.
As three outstanding schools working closely together we have agreed that moderating
across our CAT schools will be our priority of work within our individual cluster of schools.
Our focus in the Autumn term will be Maths and Literacy. Time will be provided for subject
leaders to work together. Heads of School will be responsible for the following subject
areas across CAT:
1. David Wearing, Principal Kelsall Primary School Science
2. Steve Ellis, Principal Boughton Heath Academy English
[Link] Walters, Headteacher at Mill View Primary School Mathematics
One staff meeting per term will be dedicated to cross individual year groups across our
CAT schools working together to look at assessment without levels
Working closely with representatives from CAT, Kelsall and Mill View, Andy Lucas, Vice
Principal at Boughton Heath Academy, is going to lead our Trust application for the
Investors in People Gold Plus Award. This will allow us to ensure Trust CPD systems are
rigorous and provide robust external validation of our practices. We will be able to engage
in collaborative partnerships which will specifically impact on our CPD plans and to engage
with business representatives to get new perspective on staff development. Most
importantly we believe this award will ensure professional development in our Trust
improves the quality of teaching and therefore impacts on outcomes for our children
Finally, for us, our most exciting development we are able to share with you are our plans for
our first whole Trust INSET day on 01 September 2015. The main purpose of the day is to
develop 11 by 11.
11 by 11 is our list of 11 activities or experiences every child who attends a CAT school will
have partaken in by the age of 11. Work on 11 by 11 will start on Thursday 07 May when
representatives from each schools Student Council will meet at Kelsall Primary School to
share their ideas for the 11 activities. Later this term we will give parents/carers the
opportunity to contribute their thoughts also. It is our plan to take approximately 60 possible
activities/experiences to our day at the racecourse and work together to reduce them down to
20. Representatives from each school will work together later in September to decide and
share our final list of 11.
As you can see much has happened since we converted to Academy. Hopefully parents will
notice the strong emphasis on improving the quality of teaching and learning for children
through collaborative practices between schools and also the clear focus on linking staff
together. This demonstrates, I believe ,our fundamental focus on children and getting it right
for them on a daily basis!
My thanks go to all the staff for their continued hard work towards our pursuit of excellence
for the children in our care. The work load of a teacher can sometimes be an all-consuming
thing, but the teachers at Boughton Heath care passionately and without question, want the
best for your children.
Please continue to give feedback to me and staff as we will move forward better together.
Steve Ellis
SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY FOR CHILDREN AND PARENTS
It is a primary aim of our school that every member of the school community feels safe. The
school e-Safety policy is therefore designed to support the way in which all members of the
school community can use ICT and technology safely both at home and in school. It aims to
promote an environment where everyone feels safe and secure including children and teachers.
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The primary aim of the e-Safety policy is to educate children and parents on how to use ICT
safely and appropriately. In addition to the Internet, it also includes electronic communications
such as mobile phones and wireless technology. It highlights the need to educate children and
young people about the benefits and risks of using new technology and provides safeguards and
awareness for users to enable them to control their online experiences. The schools e-safety
policy will operate in conjunction with other policies including those for Pupil Behaviour and antibullying.
Parents are reminded also that use of social media to air grievances publically about
the school or specific members of school should not be done in any circumstance. The
school has a complaints procedure which can be seen at any time on the school
website. Most cases where parents wish to make a complaint should be done with the
class teacher in the first instance and then if it has not been resolved meet with the
Principal.
We appreciate parents support at all times and value honest thoughtful feedback which
endeavours to improve our school positively.
ASPIRATIONS WEEK- 18th May 2015
Parents are reminded that there are still places available to come and speak to a class of
children about your job. All parents, whatever they do are most welcome. Friday will see
children being asked to dress up in uniform/dress of their desired job or vocation. We
would ask that boys in particular should not wear football kits. As a school we have high
aspirations for all children and although football may be a chosen job for many boys we will be
asking them to consider other options throughout the week to aspire towards when they leave
school.
NEW RECEPTION APPOINTMENT FOR SEPTEMBER 2015
Form September 2015, Boughton Heath has recently appointed a new teacher for our
Reception class. Miss Katrina Barlow comes from Westminster Primary School, as an
outstanding class teacher. She has 8 years experience in Foundation Stage and Year 1. I am
sure parents will welcome her to our TEAM. She will be in school working with the Reception
teachers at Mill View and Kelsall to organise a coherent approach to all 3 Reception class
across the Trust.
It is with regret that we therefore will be saying goodbye to Mrs Sharp. She has done a
wonderful job within school taking over from Mrs Hughes. She has been a steady hand and very
well organised, helping the school greatly to shape our new Reception environment. All of the
staff, governors and children have appreciated her hard work and dedication to the school in the
short time she has been with us.
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ONE WAY ROUTE DOWN BECKETTS LANE?
At Huntington School some of our parents have noticed that there is an informal rule that
parents drive past school in one direction. This stops a lot of congestion and potential health
and safety issues because cars do not have to mount the curb. Therefore, we would like to
adopt the same informal rule by asking parents when dropping off to drive one way
down Becketts Lane. Parents are asked to email the following address to determine which
route they would prefer? A or B, or C (not to have a one way system). Please email school at
oneway@[Link]
A
B
NEW RECEPTION CLASS
Look at our new Reception class. The renovation work has been completed.
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THE NATURAL VEG MEN AT BOUGHTON HEATH
EXCITING THINGS GOING ON!
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Year 5 making aquifers.
Year 2 day out at
Caldy Valley
Boughton Heath, Kelsall and Mill View school
councillors discussing which activities they like
for 11 by 11
Year 2 - Aboriginal
Dance
Year 1- Farm to Fork with
Tesco
Year 4 - Class Assembly
Year 5 - Making
unleavened bread for
Passover
Year 2 - Art Day with
Mrs Gell
Year 1 - Design Technology Day making flower climbers
VACANCIES AT BOUGHTON HEATH ACADEMY
Keyholer/General Maintenance Person
The governors of Boughton Heath Academy are seeking to recruit a Key Holder and General
Maintenance Person to our professional and dedicated TEAM of staff. The successful applicant
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will be hardworking and able to demonstrate experience in general maintenance tasks.
Previous experience of working in a school environment is also desirable.
The hours of work are from 7.30am 9.30am, Monday to Friday during term time. The post
holder will also be required to work an additional 3 weeks per year during school holidays by
arrangement. The rate of pay Grade 2 13,614 (7.05 per hour) to 14,075 (7.29 per hour)
with 25 days (pro-rata) paid holiday per year, rising to 30 days after five years service.
The governing body is absolutely committed to its responsibilities towards safeguarding
children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS (Disclosure and Barring
Service) check before the appointment is confirmed. References will be sought prior to
interview.
Closing Date: Monday 1st June at 12pm
Midday Assistants Required (2)
Boughton Heath Academy requires two Midday Assistants to start straight away. We are
looking for a friendly, caring person with plenty of energy who can join our hardworking team
in helping to make lunchtimes safe, fun and happy for our children. This role involves caring
for and playing with children. The right person will be highly responsible and motivated.
If you would like to know more about the post please contact Steve Ellis by either telephone,
email or in person, who will be happy to expand on the brief details given.
Times: Monday to Friday 11.55am 1.10pm (6 Hours per week)
38 weeks per year (term time)
Grade 2 - 13,614 - 14,075 pro rata, per annum
Boughton Heath Academy is wholly committed to the safety of its children. Any appointment
would be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formally CRB)
and satisfactory references.
Closing Date: Thursday, 21st May 2015.
DIARY DATES
Monday 18th May- Aspirations Week
Monday 18th May- Jon Clayton _ Kelsall teacher and artist working with Year 5
Monday 18th May- Year 3 to Ness Gardens
Wednesday 20th May- Reception Class to Space Port
Friday 22nd May- Dress up for Aspirations Week and SHARE THE LEARNING
Friday 22nd May- School Closes for Half term
Monday 1st June- School reopens
Monday 1st June- In school ECO week
Tuesday 2nd June- Year 6 residential meeting for parents 5.30pm.
Thursday 4th June- New Reception Parents meeting 6.00pm
Friday 5th June- Mid Summer Watch Chester Event Art workshops in school Year 3 and Year 6
Tuesday 9th June- Sport Day- INFANTS morning/JUNIOR afternoon- Picnic Lunch at 12.001.00
Thursday 11th June- Year 1 Class Assembly
Monday 15th June- Year 5 Trip to Puleston
Monday 15th June- Week long Year 1 phonic reading check
Thursday 18th June- Reception class assembly
Thursday 18th June- Athletics Competition at Stanney Oaks
Friday 19th June Year 6 Residential to Robin Wood
Tuesday 23rd June- Year 2 Residential
Thursday 25th June- Year 5 Playground leader training
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Kelsall, Cheshire CW6 0PU.
Friday 26th June- Year 4- Making robotics and coding day
Thursday 2nd July- Year 2 Class Assembly
Tuesday 7th July- Christleton High School transferring pupils to High School for the day
Friday 10th July- Annual Reports to parents
Tuesday 14th and Wednesday 15th July- Year 6 Leavers Production Times TBC
Wednesday 15th July- OPEN EVENING FOR PARENTS 3.30-6.00pm.
Tuesday 21st July- School closes for Summer Holidays
Wednesday 2nd September- School reopens for Autumn Term
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Kelsall, Cheshire CW6 0PU.