School Prospectus

Contents
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Barnard Grove Primary
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West View Road/Davison Drive
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Winterbottom Avenue/Richies Club
English Martyrs School & Sixth Form
Winterbottom Avenue/Richies Club
Winterbottom Avenue/Warren Road
Brus Arms
West View Road/Davison Drive
King Oswy Drive (TS24 9LS)
Barnard Grove Primary
Bowes Green
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Central Club Bus Stop
Winterbottom Avenue/Holdforth Road
Raby Road/Avondale bus stop
Raby Road/Avondale bus stop
Winterbottom Avenue/Holdforth Road
Central Club Bus Stop
West View Road Bus Stop (opp Central Estate)
Headland Gate
Northgate Shops
Middlegate
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The English Martyrs
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Mission Statement
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Headteachers Introduction
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Introduction
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A Brief History of the School
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Accommodation
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Ofsted Inspection Highlights
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Admission Policy
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Governing Body
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Primary Liaison
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Religious Education
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Collective Worship
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The School as a Christian Community
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SEND
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The School Curriculum
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Homework
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The English Martyrs Sixth Form College
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The Pastoral Care of Students
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Discipline and Behaviour
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Home School Liaison Officer
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Child Protection
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First Aid
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Uniform and Appearance
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School Meals
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School Times
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Art Department
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Music Department
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Sports
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Enrichment
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Awards Evening
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John Bell Lecture
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The English Martyrs Association
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Hexham and Newcastle Catholic Partnership 36
School Transport
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The English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College - Prospectus 2016
The English Martyrs

St John Boste: 1544-1594
John Boste was born around 1544. He studied at Queen's College, Oxford and
converted to Catholicism in 1576. He was betrayed to the authorities near Durham
in 1593. Following his arrest he was taken to the Tower of London for
interrogation. Returned to Durham he was condemned by the Assizes and
hanged, drawn and quartered at nearby Dryburn on 24 July 1594. Boste denied
that he was a traitor saying "My function is to invade souls, not to meddle in
temporal invasions". A local martyr from Durham.
St Margaret Clitherow: 1556-1586
Margaret Clitherow was a convert to Catholicism and became a friend of the
persecuted Roman Catholic population in the north of England. She regularly
held Masses in her home in the Shambles in York, now called the Shrine of the
Saint Margaret Clitherow and open to the public. In 1586, she was arrested and
called before the York assizes for the crime of harbouring Roman Catholic
priests and she was executed by being crushed to death. She was killed on
Good Friday of 1586.A local martyr from York.
Blessed John Ingram: 1565-1594
Blessed John Ingram was executed at Newcastle-upon-Tyne, 26 July, 1594. He
was imprisoned successively at Berwick, Durham, York, and in the Tower of
London, in which place he suffered the severest tortures with great constancy,
and wrote twenty Latin epigrams which have survived. He was tried in the
company of John Boste and George Swalwell. He was convicted for high
treason. Martyred locally and a pilgrimage is held in his honour every year
from Gateshead to Newcastle.
St Anne Line: 1567-1601
Saint Anne Line was executed during the reign of for harbouring a priest. She
was tried at the Old Bailey on 26 February 1601. She was so weak that she was
carried to the trial in a chair. At the scaffold she repeated what she had said at
her trial, declaring loudly to the bystanders: "I am sentenced to die for harbouring
a Catholic priest, and so far I am from repenting for having so done, that I wish,
with all my soul, that where I have entertained one, I could have entertained a
thousand." Female martyr.
St. Thomas More: 1478 1535
Saint Thomas More, was a lawyer, philosopher, author, and statesman. For
three years toward the end of his life he was Lord Chancellor. He was an
important counsellor to Henry VIII but he was imprisoned, tried and executed
for treason by beheading after he had fallen out of favour with the king over his
refusal to sign the Act of Supremacy of 1534.Before his beheading, he said to
his executioner, Pray for me, as I will for thee, that we may meet merrily in
heaven. Englands most renowned martyr.
Over 300 men and women have been officially recognised by the Catholic Church as English
Martyrs. They lived, suffered and died in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries when the
Christian family in England was tragically torn apart by religious controversy.
School Transport
Information and bus passes can be obtained from Hartlepool Borough Council; 01429 266522.
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Elizabeth Way (Meadowfield Court)
Elizabeth Way shops
Seaton Lane, Golden Flatts Bus Stop
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Seaton Lane, Golden Flatts Bus Stop
Elizabeth Way shops
Elizabeth Way (Meadowfield Court)
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Hucklehoven Way
Seaton Carew Bus Station
Seaton Library
Warrior Drive
Queen Street
Staincliffe Hotel
Wainwright Walk
Seaton Carew Bus Station
Seaton Library
Warrior Drive
Queen Street
Staincliffe Hotel
Wainwright Walk
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Westwood Way/Tavistock Close
Westwood Way/Torcross Close
Westwood Way opposite Tintagel Close
Hart Post office
Hart (Nine Acres)
Elwick, The Green
Clavering Road/West View Road
Clavering Road, all stops inc Gillen Arms
Woodstock Way/Alderwood Close
Westwood Way/Tavistock Close
Westwood Way/Torcross Close
Westwood Way opposite Tintagel Close
Hart Post office
Hart (Nine Acres)
Elwick, The Green
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Hexham and Newcastle Catholic Partnership
Mission Statement
The English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College joined the Catholic Partnership in
January 2002. There are 13 Catholic schools in the Partnership.
The Catholic Partnership exists to enable the secondary school communities in the
Hexham and Newcastle Diocese to work collaboratively with the aim of strengthening,
promoting and celebrating the distinctive Catholic ethos of our schools.
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Headteachers Introduction
A brief glance at this prospectus should give a pretty clear idea of what
The English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College is all about. We have very
high expectations and we aim to achieve excellence in all that we do. We have a
long-standing tradition of excellent examination results at GCSE and A level and
we take pride in the fact that our students achieve very well.
One of the features of the school is the extraordinary range of extra-curricular
activities which are available to students. These include a wide range of sporting
activities, Drama productions, Musical events, Public Speaking competitions,
Chess Club and many other subject-based activities and competitions. Our
students have the opportunity to take part in many educational visits, including
trips to The Gambia, New York, Italy, Iceland, Poland, Germany, France and
Spain.
We celebrate the achievements of our students in a variety of ways and we have three high profile Awards
events. Our Annual Sports Awards recognises the contribution of over 300 team players in a range of
activities whilst our Oscars event recognises students for their prowess in Art, Music, and Dance etc. Our
Annual Awards evening has attracted many notable Guests of Honour and is one of the highlights of our
year.
We take a keen interest in the personal development of our students and, as a Catholic school, we aim to
foster the spiritual and moral development of our students through many community initiatives. We
welcome applications from all students who wish to contribute to the life and ethos of the school and I look
forward to meeting students and parents at our Y6 Open Evening on Thursday 6th October 2016
The English Martyrs Association

The English Martyrs Association is open to anyone who has or has had any connection
with the school. The EMA exists to help the school in every way it can. It provides an
opportunity for all those who are in any way associated with The English Martyrs School
and Sixth Form College to support and contribute to the life of the school.
The EMA endeavours, through events and activities, to create a social atmosphere which
will help to develop relationships between parents and teachers. Through its fund-raising
activities, the EMA in the past has been able to make considerable contributions to
projects which have developed and improved the life of the school. For example, the
minibus which the school currently enjoys was purchased with the help of the EMA. A new sound system
has been installed in St. Annes Hall for musical and dramatic productions and new stage curtains have
been purchased. The EMA also contributed towards the provision of books and other educational
equipment for the new school Library and bought banners for the School Orchestra.
In the recent past, the EMA has also organised events of a specifically educational nature to help keep
parents abreast of changes and developments in the curriculum and has supported school events such as
Sports Day and musical performances.
A typical selection of EMA events during the year would include:
Tuck Shops Quiz Evening Tombolas
Jewellery / Cosmetic Sales Xmas shopping Trip to Leeds
Car Boot Sale Card Sales Christmas Fayre
Many such events have proved to be very successful. The EMA are
also part of The Giving Machine, do your shopping as normal via the site
and the school makes cash for free! Please Note : You shop as normal,
same prices and the shop makes a donation to the school!
New parents are encouraged to support the activities of the EMA and to
participate in their organisation. Regular meetings are held for this
purpose. The greater the participation, the more intense the activity and in
turn the greater benefits will ensue to the students of The English Martyrs
School and Sixth Form College.
Meetings are held once per half term on Monday
evenings at 6.00 pm in the School Conference Room.
S Hammond
The English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College
Dates of meetings for 2016 - 2017 are:

12th September, 7th October,
16th January,
27th February,
8th May, 12th June.
Everyone is welcome to attend
Headteacher
Address:
Catcote Road
HARTLEPOOL
TS25 4HA
Telephone Number:
01429 273790
Fax Number:
01429 273998
Headteacher:
Mr S Hammond
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Awards Evening
Introduction
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This annual event has been a tradition of the school since

1981 and has become a most prestigious occasion in the
school calendar. Awards Evening recognises
achievement in its widest sense and students receive
awards for a variety of reasons: reliability, hard work,
progress both social and academic, caring for others,
academic excellence, artistic, cultural and sporting
achievements and 100% attendance during the academic
year. Special awards mark the achievement of past
students, recognise courage in the face of adversity and
reward those students who, throughout their school
careers have made an outstanding contribution to school
life. The Principal Guests at Awards Evening have
included a number of well known personalities who
themselves represent achievement in a range of fields.
This booklet is designed to provide information to parents seeking admission for their children.
The English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College was established by the Diocese of Hexham and
Newcastle for boys and girls between the ages of 11 and 19. In May 2014 we became an academy
under The English Martyrs Educational Trust.
Catholic Partner Primary Schools:
Sacred Heart
St John Vianneys
St Cuthberts
St Josephs
St Teresas
St Begas
Applications are welcome from
parents who wish to transfer their
children from other primary
schools. These parents should
contact the Headteacher at the
above address.
The information in this prospectus is

correct as at 30th September 2016.
For further up to date information
please refer to the school website:
www.ems.hartlepool.sch.uk
A Brief History of the School

The John Bell Lecture
This annual lecture is given as a tribute to the memory of the first Headteacher
of The English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College, the late Canon John
Bell. The tradition was begun in 1981 by Canon Bells successor as
Headteacher, Mr David Relton, MEd.
The lectures have been delivered on a variety of topics by speakers from all
walks of life.
The most recent lecture was delivered by Michael Lee, retired Headteacher of
The English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College.
The English Martyrs School was founded in 1973 as a co-educational comprehensive school for 11 - 18
year olds and as such offers the only form of Catholic secondary education in Hartlepool. Five schools were
amalgamated in 1973, the year the school leaving age was raised to 16. These were:
St Annes Secondary Modern School for Girls
St Bedes Secondary Modern School for Boys
St Francis Grammar School for Boys
St Josephs Convent School for Girls
St Peters Co-Educational Secondary Modern School
This amalgamation is symbolised by the union of five stars on the school badge and by the school motto
Per Unitatem Virtus - Strength Through Unity.
The school has benefited from the leadership of five Headteachers: Canon John Bell, the founder Head,
Mr David Relton, who became Head in 1980, Mr Joseph Hughes, who served from 1995 - 2010, Mr Michael
Lee who was Head until 2015 and the current Head, Mr Stephen Hammond.
2013 was a significant year in the schools history as it marked the fortieth anniversary of the schools
foundation.
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Accommodation
The Gambia
The school is located on a single campus with its own playing fields and six
tennis courts. The accommodation includes:
a floodlit all-weather pitch
a gymnasium, sports hall, climbing wall and swimming pool providing
first-class facilities for Physical Education
a PE changing room building with a fully equipped fitness suite and
storage facilities
a Dining Hall which includes a separate salad and sandwich bar as well
as providing hot meals and lunch-time drinks - promoting healthy eating
(Healthy Schools). The Dining Hall operates a cashless system
a purpose built Sixth Form building incorporating a whole school library,
dance studio, common room and bistro, dedicated ICT rooms and
Business Studies suite, tutorial rooms and private study room
the school Chapel
a fully equipped purpose-built Music Centre with three full size
classrooms and rehearsal rooms, a purpose built recording studio and
ensemble room
a Technology and Art Department which comprises specialist rooms for
Home Economics, Textiles, Design and Technology, Fine Art, Ceramics,
Photography. An Art Gallery including a teaching area, dark room and
ICT suite. A media suite to support Photography / Graphics teaching. A
new purpose built university style Fine Art / painting studio.
a Science Department containing eleven full size laboratories
three Business Studies rooms equipped with specialist IT equipment
a State of the Art Information Communication Technology Department
fully equipped with networked PC machines
a full range of general classrooms enabling effective teaching of all
national curriculum subjects
an Administration Office incorporating a computer network and AVA /
reprographic facilities
a self contained Learning Support Unit
a whole school network for ICT
a Pedestrian Management Scheme across the front of the school,
separating pedestrians and vehicles
disabled access has been improved by the provision of a number of
ramps which make the ground floor of the school accessible to wheelchair
bound students, staff and visitors. A further disabled access ramp has
been provided at the front of the school
a platform lift from the Dining Hall to the Sixth Form Common Room and
one stair lift to improve disabled access on the ground floor
two lifts have been built to access all floors in St Annes and St Bedes
buildings
a secure cycle storage facility for pupils wishing to cycle to school
For the last few years members of Year 11

have travelled out of Europe to the worlds
oldest populated continent, Africa. The trip to
The Gambia provides these students with
experiences far beyond what they would have
expected when they joined in Year 7. Over the
years 144 students have been to this West
African country raising well over 20,000 for a
variety of purposes, all benefitting the local
community. In the past, the school has been
linked with the charity Jole Rider and has
provided funds to allow the shipment of bikes
from the UK. A link has been established with
Darsalami Upper Basic Middle School and
more recently they have benefitted from the
fundraising by buying resources and updating
the infrastructure of the school. As well as
visiting the school, taking part in lessons and
competing in an annual football match, the
students also throw themselves into a range
of other activities and excursions. They visit a
local reptile farm, a bee keeping organisation,
a local village and spend a day in a local
compound where they undertake a naming
ceremony. Leaving with their new Gambian
name, optional on return to the UK, they
always feel well and truly part of the culture.
The seven days in this tiny country offer the pupils a life changing
opportunity to experience a culture vastly different to their own,
making many new friends along the way. The trip is something the
students will remember for the rest of their lives and they are
always fantastic representatives of the school.
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Ofsted Inspection Highlights

International Status All pupils can expect to be involved in some form of international activity during their
time at English Martyrs. The school has a strong history and commitment to community cohesion and the
Global Dimension across the curriculum and into the wider life of the school. In 2008, English Martyrs was
recognised by the British Council for the international work carried out throughout the school, for which we
received the highest possible accolade from the government department in September 2009, the
International School Award. This was reaccredited in 2012.
Enterprise The social enterprise competition (working alongside the Chaplaincy team) is open to all
students in Year 12 who want to improve their employability skills. Students will gain experience of the real
world; taking responsibility and being accountable for the funds but perhaps the biggest incentive is that
they get to keep all the profit made!
The whole of Year 9 participate in a half day Enterprise Challenge hosted by The National Enterprise
Challenge, the winning team go on to pitch their idea against other schools from around the country.
OFSTED HIGHLIGHTS JANUARY 2012

Key Findings This is a good school. It is rapidly improving because of the good work
leaders and managers have put in place to raise attainment and rates of progress.
Leaders accurately evaluate the work of the school with unflinching candour.
Achievement is good overall and for many groups of students. English

was an area requiring improvement in the previous inspection. The school
has been markedly successful in addressing this so that English is an area
where achievement is particularly strong.
The Sixth Form is also good. The progress students make from their
starting points is good and often outstanding. This is because teachers
take a dynamic approach and have high expectations of students.
Teaching is improving rapidly and there is a strong body of good and

better teaching.
Students behaviour is good and students feel very safe. It is often

exemplary around the school and in the dining hall. In lessons,
behaviour is routinely compliant and attitudes to learning are good.
Leadership and management are good. The Catholic ethos,

combined with the impact of the specialist and international
school status, has resulted in students outstanding spiritual,
moral, social and cultural development.
Achievement of pupils Students performance at GCSE,
including English and mathematics, improved markedly last year
Students in the sixth form make good and often outstanding

progress. Students enjoy their time in the sixth form and this
is reflected in the high numbers who stay on to complete two
years of study and in the high quality of their destinations.
In the main school, students have good attitudes to

learning, especially when teaching fosters independence
and students are able to investigate in pairs and groups.
They complete their work diligently.
Quality of teaching Good quality teaching is based on the
teachers very good subject knowledge and the strong relationships they have with their students. Teachers routinely
plan interesting and varied tasks for students which capture
their imagination. Learning moves at a good pace because
students are motivated and engaged.
Behaviour and safety of pupils Students are unequivocal in
expressing how safe they feel in school. Parents and carers who
responded to Ofsteds survey were almost unanimous in saying their
child felt safe.
Behaviour around the school is excellent. Students are courteous

and respectful. They care about each other and speak warmly
about the relationships they have with their teachers and other
adults. Sixth-form students are excellent role models for those in
the main school.
Leadership and Management The Headteacher, supported capably
by senior and middle leaders, has formed an effective team in driving
provements. They have been conspicuously successful in improving
students achievement, the quality of teaching and students excellent
spiritual, moral, social and cultural development.
Teachers feel well supported and say their professional development is of a high quality. Consequently, morale is high and staff
say they are proud to belong to the school.
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Admission Policy
ADMISSION POLICY 2017-18
The English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College was founded by the Catholic Church to provide education for
children of Catholic families. The school is conducted by its governing body as part of the Catholic Church in
accordance with its trust deed and articles of association, and seeks at all times to be a witness to Jesus Christ.
Whenever there are more applications than places available, priority will be given to Catholic children in accordance
with the oversubscription criteria listed below.
As a Catholic school, we aim to provide a Catholic education for all our pupils. At a Catholic school, Catholic doctrine
and practice permeate every aspect of the schools activity. It is essential that the Catholic character of the schools
education be fully supported by all families in the school. All parents (see note 11) are therefore expected to give their
full, unreserved and positive support for the aims and ethos of the school. This does not affect the right of a parent
who is not of the faith to apply for a place for their child at the school.
The governing body is the admissions authority and has responsibility for admissions to this school. The local
authority undertakes the coordination of admission arrangements.
The admission policy criteria will be dealt with on an equal preference basis.
Feeder primary schools
Sacred Heart, St John Vianneys, St Cuthberts, St Begas, St Josephs and St Teresas
Annual PE Trip to France / Spain Each year students and staff travel to the France or Spain for an
action packed week of outdoor and adventurous activities. Opportunities include learning how to sail,
snorkel, paddle board, canoe, climb and scuba dive. The trip is open to students in Years 8 and 9.
Published Admission Number

The governing body has set its admission number at 260 pupils to year seven in the school year which begins in
September 2017.
Children with an Education, Health and Care plan or a statement of Special Educational Need
Children who have an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan or a statement of Special Educational Need where the
school is named as the most appropriate educational setting for the child will be admitted.
Application Procedures and Timetable
To apply for a place at this school, the parent must complete a common application form (CAF) available from the
local authority in which the child lives. The parent will be advised of the outcome of the application on 1 March 2017 or
the next working day, initially by a letter or email from the local authority on behalf of the governing body.
If the parent is required to provide supplemental evidence to support the application (e.g. a baptismal certificate), this
evidence should be provided at the time of application. If not provided, evidence may be sought by the governing body
following the closing date for applications. This information must have been correct at the date of closing for
applications.
All applications will be considered at the same time and after the closing date for admissions which is 31 October
2016.
Late Applications
Late applications will be administered in accordance with the local authority coordinated admissions scheme. Parents
are encouraged to ensure that their application is received on time.
Admission of Children outside their Normal Age Group
A request may be made for a child to be admitted outside of their normal age group, for example, if the child is gifted
and talented or has experienced problems such as ill health.
Ski Trip The school runs a highly successful annual ski trip visiting Austria. The trip takes place during the
Easter holidays and provides students of all year groups the chance to compete in an activity that many
have never experienced before. As well as skiing pupils participate in a range of evening entertainments
varying from ice skating and discos, to quizzes and karaoke. Staff and students agree that this is one of the
most exciting trips offered by the school, with students from all year groups forming new friendships.
Any such request should be made in writing to the headteacher of the school. The governing body will make its
decision about the request based on the circumstances of each case and in the best interests of the child. In addition
to taking into account the views of the headteacher who has statutory responsibility for the internal organisation,
management and control of the school, the governing body will take into account the views of the parents and of
appropriate medical and education professionals.
Waiting Lists
In addition to their right of appeal, applicants will be offered the
opportunity to be placed on a waiting list. This waiting list will be
maintained in order of the oversubscription criteria set out below and
not in the order in which applications are received or added to the list.
Waiting lists for admission will operate throughout the school year. The
waiting list will be held open until the last day of the summer term.
Inclusion on the schools waiting list does not mean that a place will
eventually become available.
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Enrichment
Modern Foreign Languages
The department strongly believes that foreign visits
and extra-curricular activities help students to
understand that a language is a living subject and a
skill that can enhance their future career prospects.
A visit to France / Germany gives students the
opportunity to develop their linguistic skills and
experience a different culture. We organise trips to
France and Germany each year.
Year 7 students have the opportunity to visit Paris
where they enjoy sightseeing in Paris and a variety
of leisure activities (Nausicaa, a bakery and a visit to
Disneyland). They also have the opportunity to
complete a range of activities enabling them to
practise their French in real life situations.
Year 8/9 students studying German spend a weekend at the traditional Christmas Markets in Cologne
in order to experience a flavour of Christmas in
Germany. The visit also includes a visit to the
chocolate museum and language activities.
In March 2016 AS / A2 German students will visit
Berlin.
In addition to foreign visits the Department offers a
variety of extra-curricular events both in and out of
school; Eurovision Song Contest Beat the Rat Race,
Languages for Lads and the European Day of
Languages. These competitions help promote
cultural awareness and understanding as well as
allowing students to use foreign languages more
creatively for real communication purposes. We
encourage active learning and encourage students
to recognise that languages are not just classroom
Geography Staff from the Geography Department

have accompanied students to Boggle Hole in North
Yorkshire as part of their curriculum enrichment, to
Durham to study the effects of tourism on the town,
and to the Naples and Sorrento region of Italy to
study volcanic activity. In 2017 we are planning a
trip to Iceland in addition to our other activities.
In-Year Applications
An application can be made for a place for a child at any time outside the admission round and the child will be
admitted where there are available places. Applications should be made to the school by contacting Paul Dickson, The
English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College, Catcote Road, Hartlepool. TS25 4HA. Parents will be advised of the
outcome of their application in writing.
Where there are places available but more applications than places, the published oversubscription criteria will be
applied.
If there are no places available, a request can be made that the child is added to the waiting list (see above).
Right of Appeal
Where a parent has been notified that a place is not available for a child, every effort will be made by the local
authority to help the parent to find a place in a suitable alternative school. Parents who are refused a place have a
statutory right of appeal. Further details of the appeals process are available by writing to the chair of governors at the
school address.
Fair Access Protocol
The school is committed to taking its fair share of children who are vulnerable and/or hard to place, as set out in locally
agreed protocols. Accordingly, outside the normal admission round the governing body is empowered to give absolute
priority to a child where admission is requested under any local protocol that has been agreed by the governing body
for the current school year. The governing body has this power, even when admitting the child would mean exceeding
the published admission number.
False Evidence
The governing body reserves the right to withdraw the offer of a place where false evidence is received.
OVERSUBSCRIPTION CRITERIA
Where there are more applications for places than the number of places available, places will be offered according to
the following order of priority.
First priority in each category will be given to children who will have an older sibling attending the school in September
2017.
1.
Looked after and previously looked after children (see notes 2&3)
2.
Catholic children who attend a feeder primary school [name] (see note 4)
3.
Other Catholic children (see note 4)
4.
Catechumens and members of an Eastern Christian Church (see notes 5&6)
5.
Children of other Christian denominations (see note 7)
6.
Children of other faiths (see note 8)
7.
Any other children
Tie Breaker
Where there are places available for some, but
not all applicants within a particular criterion
priority will be given to children living closest to
the school determined by the shortest distance.
Distance will be measured by a straight line distance measurement, from the (ordnance survey)
address point for the childs home to the
(ordnance survey) address point of the school,
using the Local Authoritys computerised
measuring system.
In the event of distances being the same for two
or more children where this would determine the
last place to be allocated, random allocation will
be carried out in a public place and supervised by
a person independent of the school.
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NOTES AND DEFINITIONS

An Education, Health and Care Plan is a plan made by the local authority under section 37 of the Children and
Families Act 2014, specifying the special educational provision required for a child. A Statement of Special
Educational Needs is a statement made by the local authority under section 324 of the Education Act 1996,
specifying the special educational provision for a child.
A looked after child is a child who is (a) in the care of a local authority or (b) being provided with accommodation by
a local authority in the exercise of their social services functions (see the definition in section 22 (1) of the
Children Act 1989):
An adoption order is an order under section 46 of the Adoption and Children Act 2002.
A child arrangements order is an order outlining the arrangements as to the person with whom the child will live
under the provisions of section 14 of the Children and Families Act 2014.
A special guardianship order is an order appointing one or more individuals to be a childs special guardian or
guardians.
A previously looked after child is a child who immediately moved on from that status after becoming subject to an
adoption, child arrangement order or special guardianship order.
Catholic means a member of a Church in full communion with the See of Rome. This includes the Eastern Catholic
Churches. This will be evidenced by a certificate of baptism in a Catholic Church or a certificate of reception into
the full communion of the Catholic Church. Those who have difficulty obtaining written evidence of baptism or
reception should contact their parish priest who, after consulting with the Diocese, will decide how the question of
baptism or reception is to be resolved and how written evidence is to be produced in accordance with the law of
the Church.
Catechumen means a member of the catechumenate of a Catholic Church and is a person who is receiving
instruction in preparation for baptism. This must be evidenced by a certificate of reception into the order of
catechumens.
Eastern Christian Church includes Orthodox Churches, and must be evidenced by a certificate of baptism or
reception from the authorities of that Church. Those who have difficulty obtaining written evidence of baptism or
reception should contact the Diocese who will decide how the question of baptism or reception is to be resolved
and how written evidence is to be produced in accordance with the law of the Church.
Children of other Christian denominations means children who are members of a Church or religious community
that practises Trinitarian baptism recognised by the Catholic Church. Applicants must provide a baptismal
certificate or where child baptism is not practised, a letter confirming their church membership from their minister
or faith leader.
Children of other faiths means children who are members of a religious community that does not fall within the
definitions above. Applicants must provide a letter of support to confirm their faith membership from their minister
or faith leader.
Home address is the primary parental address which will be used in applying the admission criteria. This means that,
when stating the choice of school, the parental address at the time of application should be given. The address of
childminders or other family members who may share in the care of the child must not be used as the home
address. Documentary evidence may be requested.
Brother or sister means a child who lives as a brother or sister in the same house, including natural brothers or
sisters, adopted brothers or sisters, stepbrothers or sisters, foster brothers or sisters, or the child of a parents
partner where the child for whom the school place is sought is living in the same family unit at the same address
as that sibling. It also includes natural brothers or sisters where the child for whom the school place is sought is
not living in the same family unit at the same address as that sibling.
Parent means all natural parents, any person who is not a parent but has parental responsibility for the child, or who
has care of the child (having care of a child means that the child lives with and is looked after by that person).
This policy should be read in conjunction with the local authoritys admission guidance for parents.
EMS Sports Stars The EMS Sports Stars will be

continuing to develop the next influx of talented
youngsters that have progressed through the Sports
Stars Minis club which runs with our primary feeder
schools. The participants make continual significant
developments in their fitness and performance throughout
the program .The Sports Stars Programme is aimed at
people who are currently performing at county level or
above or who play for a professional club. It aims to
provide them with: Training programs to suit their needs,
a nutritional plan, sports psychology advice and much
more. Students will take part in group strength and
conditioning sessions on a weekly basis.
Level 1 Award in Sports Leadership

Students are able to enrol on the Level 1 Award in
Sports Leadership. The award provides the ideal
starting point for those who wish to develop their
leadership skills. The syllabus is designed to
develop generic leadership skills that can be
applied to a variety of sports and/or recreational
situations as well as contributing to the personal
development of the learner. On completion of the
award students work closely with our feeder
primary school children organising and leading
sports festivals and activities.
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Admissions for September 2016
The Governors of The English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College received 623 Equal Preference
applications for 260 places at the school. These applications were processed during the admissions round and
allocated on the National Offer Day i.e. 1st March.
383 Equal Preference applications were refused a place at The English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College.
Right of Appeal Parents have the right of appeal if their application for a place for their child is turned down by
Governors. Details of the Independent Appeal Process will be sent to parents whose applications prove unsuccessful.
Appeals 2016
Number of Appeals = 11
Successful Appeals = 11
Governing Body 2016

Directors of the Holy Academy Trust
The English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College has a very busy and successful
sports programme with students participating in many disciplines including; Netball,
Rugby, Cross Country, Football, Trampolining, Athletics and Cross Country.
Students from all year groups have the opportunity to play sport at various levels
including recreationally, Inter-House and competitively in Town, Regional and National
competitions both as an individual and in teams.
Regular after school coaching sessions using our own and town-wide facilities help
our students reach their maximum potential.
Gillian Proudlock
John Relton
Trish Connor
Sue Harrison
Fr Michael Griffiths
Stephen Hammond
David Jeffrey
Appointed under Article

50(a) & (c)
50(a) & (c)
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50(a)
50B
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Local Governing Body of The English Martyrs School

and Sixth Form College
Sue Harrison (Chair)
Fr Nick Jennings
Vacancy
Gillian Jewson
Rob Cook
Tor Hooks
Jeremy Gribben
Sylvia Marshall
Vacancy
Appointed under Criteria

Director / Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Staff
Staff
Parent
Parent
The Directors of the Academy Trust delegate to the Local Governing

Body the functions of the monitoring and evaluation of:
The Catholic Life of the School
Pastoral Provision
Attendance, Behaviour and Safety.
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Music Department
Primary Liaison
Starting secondary school is a big step for a Year 6 student - not
to mention their parents!
The fact that most of our Year 6 students hit the ground running
is due in no small measure to a programme of specially
organised events which pave the way for the big day when, new
uniform gleaming, they join The English Martyrs School and
Sixth Form College. Preparing children from our partner primary
schools is a role we take very seriously. We want every child to
walk through the door on their first day feeling happy, safe,
confident and prepared to start the next chapter of their
journey.
We view every child who joins our school as an individual,
with unique gifts and talents. It is our job to recognise,
celebrate and maximise their huge potential. The bedrock of
our school is loving and seeing each child in the image and
likeness of God. That means they are as important to us as
they are to you. Parents can be just as nervous in the lead
up to this big transition and so we work just as hard to
reassure you as we do the children themselves.
We have a dedicated team of staff who visit all of our
primary schools for assemblies and collaborative work.
Headteachers meet regularly to deepen that partnership.
Students visit the school regularly for a range of events and
an extensive transition programme. This means by the time
September comes about they are very familiar with the
culture and routines of the school. No stone is left unturned to
help them make the best start. We meet with all key primary
staff and hold extra personalised meetings wherever
needed.
During the first few weeks at The English Martyrs School
and Sixth Form College we hold a Retreat Day for Year 7
students and invite parents / carers in for events such as the
Macmillan Coffee morning and also a Tutor Evening in
October.
The School employs a full-time non teaching member of
staff whos sole responsibility is the transition from primary
school and making sure they feel safe when they arrive.
If you have any questions about transition, please do not
hesitate to contact us.
The Music Department at The English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College is a busy, lively place with all
sorts of music echoing from the building. The department enjoys a long standing tradition of excellence in
extra-curricular music and has a forty piece orchestra, a four part
chamber choir, Youth Voices, a Big Band, guitar groups and a
number of other instrumental ensembles. Regular concerts and
recitals are often highlights of the school calendar. There have been
some memorable concerts with performances at Ripon, Durham,
Newcastle and Middlesbrough Cathedrals and more recently at The
Borough Hall Hartlepool and The Sage Gateshead, where we
collaborated with ten other schools in the Catholic Partnership. Other
musical highlights include the annual Rock Night, the GCSE Musical
Showcase, Sixth Form Musical Soires, piano recitals and a number
of workshops with professional musicians.
The department also stages the annual musical with the Drama
Department and has in recent years enjoyed success with The Wiz,
Return to the Forbidden Planet, Bugsy Malone, Joseph and the
Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, Grease, Oliver, Les Miserables, We Will Rock You, Beauty and the Beast, Jesus Christ
Superstar The Wizard of Oz, The Sound of Music - this year we
are looking forward to The Little Shop of Horrors.
Peripatetic Music The school benefits greatly from a team of tutors
who offer lessons in piano, brass, woodwind, percussion, guitar and
drums. In addition, the Tees Valley Music Service offer students
lessons in: violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, bassoon, and singing. We currently have over 120 students who enjoy lessons on
instruments from Year 7 through to Y13. Many students take external
exams and several leave college with Grade 8.
Best wishes.
Mr P Dickson
Deputy Headteacher
pdickson@ems.hartlepool.sch.uk
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Religious Education
Art Department
The English Martyrs School & Sixth Form College is very proud that we are an extremely high
performing Art department with visual, traditional and digital, and 3D art its main focus. We were
designated as an Arts College in 2000, and since that time the school and college has gone from strength
to strength. Now that we are an academy the Art department continues to meet the challenges of both
school and community in order to continue to raise standards and have developed many business and
community links to enhance our students education.
The school has its own purpose built Art Gallery, which has hosted
many art exhibitions since it opened in February 2002, with
professional, amateur, international and local artists exhibiting their
work. These exhibitions are open to the wider community during the
school week.
Our exam results always reflect the dedicated teaching from our
specialised teachers and this year again we have received more
outstanding results, in all art disciplines, in a very changing
educational landscape that will help our students move forward to
university or whatever direction they wish to pursue. This year 92%
of our A Level Arts students gained A*-C grades, with 78.5%
gaining A*-B. This illustrates the level of commitment from the art
department delivering the best quality teaching at A Level for all of our
students.
We started a new GCSE Photography course in September 2013
and to herald this there is a new purpose built media suite beside the
art gallery. This has been an outstanding addition to our already first
class facilities.
We have completely renovated our A Level Art studio. It received
new university style working booths, new floor and wall space and
the roof was raised to allow more natural light for drawing. This new
room compliments an already dedicated ceramics, textiles, graphics
and photography studio. There are international trips to New York City
and Barcelona and domestic trips to London and Edinburgh. All trips
provide all art students with opportunities to support and strengthen
personal work.
One of our A Level Photography students won local and regional
photography competitions and one of our Key stage 3 pupils won her
section in the Catholic partnership photography competition last
year. Her work was displayed at the Sunderland Glass Centre.
GCSE Ceramics work has been chosen by the examination board to
be used as the national standard in meetings that will take place for
all schools and colleges this year.
Year 10 Ceramics work was displayed at Durham Cathedral as part of
a Catholic Partnership initiative. This work is now permanently
displayed in the school library.
The community art group continue to produce artwork in the gallery
every Friday. They are taught by one of our long standing retired art
teachers Mr Roy Carless.
And finally the Art department has maintained a
national accolade of becoming recognised as an
Arts Mark Gold school for its outstanding
contribution to the arts at post 16. This new
development has been introduced to the
students in the new academic year and will
come with many exciting opportunities for
them.
The school exists to provide a Catholic education for all its students. To do this, it
needs the support of parents and the parish clergy. All parents are earnestly
requested to encourage their children to participate in the life of their parish,
particularly in attendance at Mass, the sacraments and other liturgical services.
The school is fortunate in having a team of teachers who are specialists in the
teaching of religion. Their aim is to pass on to the children the fundamental truths
of the Faith expressed according to the mind of the Church in a way which will
appeal to young people today.
Sixth Form students also follow a compulsory RE course and Conference Days
are arranged throughout the year. There are opportunities for students to spend
time on retreat at a number of venues. Sixth Form are also involved in the preparation and leading of
Morning Prayers and the celebration of Masses and other special services.
Collective Worship
All students participate in collective worship every day in school.
There are Year assemblies on a rota basis, Monday Friday, in St. Annes Hall.
Each Year group meets for assembly once a week.
On all other days, Tutor Groups begin the morning registration session with a
prayer. Teaching groups also end the morning and afternoon sessions with prayer.
A common set of prayers is provided on a school prayer card for these occasions.
Other occasions of collective worship:
Morning prayers each day at 8.45 am in the Chapel.
Mass celebrated weekly in school Chapel, 8.15 am on Fridays.
Year Masses and occasional Masses at intervals throughout the year.
Reconciliation services during Advent and Lent.
Special liturgies for the whole school at Christmas and Easter.
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The School as a Christian Community

The school is a Christian community
with a distinctive Catholic ethos in
which every student is encouraged to
explore how God works in their lives
and the world around them. The
foundation of any Christian community
must be prayer and worship. Morning
prayers are led in the Chapel by
students except for Friday when we
celebrate Mass together. On Wednesdays students lead prayers for staff in their weekly briefing. On every
occasion we try to create an informal and friendly atmosphere, where we all feel welcome and able to
escape the pressures of school life to spend more time with God. Numerous other liturgical events occur
throughout the year, including Year Masses and services during Advent and Lent.
Encouraged by the overt spirituality of the school community, many of our students are keen to explore
their faith. There are many opportunities for our students to explore their faith at both day and residential
retreats throughout their time at EMS. There are also a variety of other parish and community events and
available to students and staff such as; Not the 100 Mile Walk in the summer holidays, the Family Retreat,
and the Ampleforth Lent Retreat.
The school also offers opportunities for pilgrimage of an international nature. In August 2011, some staff
and students from English Martyrs took part in the World Youth Day Pilgrimage to Madrid, to join His
Holiness Pope Benedict. We also have students who volunteer in Lourdes on the Diocesan Pilgrimage.
Of course it is important for all communities to look beyond themselves, and we encourage this in a number
of ways. Most notably, our school promotes and facilitates a Fair Trade group who run a small business
within the school. We are a school that has achieved full Fair Trade status. We also have a Year 7 Faith in
Action group which serves the needs of the poor locally and further afield.
All of our houses are linked with a local parish in our Catholic community to
strengthen the links between us. These links are service projects which the
students can get involved with,
serving their local community in a
very hands on way but rooted in
faith. During Lent, the school raises
a considerable amount of money for
charity through 5 weeks of
fundraising. Some of the activities
vary but one of the most successful
has been the 5p Challenge for main
school and the 5 challenge for 6th
Form to raise money for the
ongoing work of St Cuthberts
Care and CAFOD.
There are many other ways as a
school we endeavour to learn
about poverty in the developing
world whilst also taking action to
promote Gods justice
throughout our global community. We have a link with Darsilami
Upper Basic School in The
Gambia and visit them regularly
with a cohort of students to
experience true African life,
living in solidarity with them
sharing our faith and friendship.
School Meals
The school timetable allows for three separate sittings in the Dining Room. Students may choose from a
full meal with several menu options, a range of hot snacks or the sandwich bar. The quality of the food
provided is very high and great efforts are made to ensure students are given the opportunity to eat
healthily
School Times
First bell
8.40
Registration / Worship
8.45 9.00
Period 1
9.00 10.00
Period 2
10.05 11.05
Break
11.05 11.20
Period 3
11.20 12.20
Period 4
Period 5
12.25 12.55
Y8 Y9 Lunch
Y13 Lunch
12.55 13.25
Y7 Lunch
13.25 13.55
Y10 Y11 lunch

Y12 Lunch
14.00 15.00
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Uniform and Appearance

It is the policy of the school that uniform should be worn by all students throughout Years 7 11. The uniform
supports the ethos of the school and helps to instil discipline and pride in appearance in students. The standard
uniform is set out below:
GIRLS
BOYS
White regulation school shirt, cotton or polyester-cotton
White regulation school shirt, cotton or polyester-cotton
EMS school tie
EMS school tie
Black skirt, A-Line or flared or pleated skirt of a reasona- Black trousers not jeans
ble length. Skirts with a front slit or side slits must not If a belt is worn it must be black or brown.
be worn. Sports shorts must not be worn under skirts
Black regulation school trousers are permitted. Low
waisted trousers must not be worn
EMS black blazer with embroidered badge and House
EMS black blazer with embroidered badge and House
braid or new house blazer
braid or new house blazer
Optional EMS V-necked school jumper / cardigan with
Optional EMS V-necked school jumper or cardigan with
badge
badge
Plain white or black socks. Navy, black or beige tights
may be worn in winter. Socks and tights may not be worn
together
Plain black school shoes NOT boots or training shoes
Plain black school shoes NOT boots. Training shoes;
shoes with platform soles / high heels must not be worn
for safety reasons
Outdoor wear: Anorak or coat
Outdoor wear: Anorak or coat. Denim Jackets & trackDenim Jackets & tracksuit tops are not acceptable
suit tops are not acceptable
Hats / caps must not be worn inside the school building
Compulsory PE Kit
BOYS
GIRLS
Vest (in House colours)
T-shirt (in House colours)
Long sleeve top (in House colours)
Long Sleeve Top (in House colours)
Black Shorts (plain)
Black Shorts (plain)
White football socks (plain)
White Football Socks (plain)
Trainers
Trainers
(no plimsoles / canvas shoes)
(no plimsoles / canvas shoes)
Swimming kit (towel / trunks)
Swimming kit (towel / costume / swimming cap)
Football Boots (except in the summer term)
Optional PE kit
Plain Black Tracksuit bottoms
EMS PE jumper (now available to boys and girls)
Plain black or red base-layer
Gum Shield / Shin pads
The English Martyrs PE department has a strict policy of bringing all PE
kit to all lessons. This is to ensure that the pupils are prepared for any
activity, when facilities are unavailable or because of adverse weather
conditions. We would also like to make you aware that all PE kit needs
to be labelled with the pupils full name in permanent pen. This is to aid
the process of returning misplaced kit.
Students must have a bag suitable for
bringing planners, books and other basic
equipment (pen, pencil, ruler, rubber, all
books for the days lessons, PE kit when
required) to school each day
SEND
The school seeks to provide a broad and balanced curriculum
for all students and follows the new 2014 Code of Practice for
the identification and assessment of Special Needs. This is
structured through the local offer which provides information on
what services children, young people and their families can
expect. Further details of this can be found on our website.
Students who have been identified as having a special need
and are experiencing difficulties will be allocated support to
meet their individual needs.
Support is given in a variety of ways for example:
IEP (Individual Education Plan) creation and
distribution to enable Quality First Teaching.
Morning literacy/ Numeracy/ social skills intervention.
In class support
Withdrawal from class for more intensive support
Highly qualified and well experienced Learning support
officers / assistants are deployed throughout the school in all
curriculum areas where there is a need.
They have established vital links with departments to ensure
they are up to date with schemes of work and are familiar with
the requirements of the National Curriculum.
They run a very successful Homework Club three times a week
supporting students
There are special needs resource areas where students are
welcome to spend breaks and lunchtimes if they need a quieter
area to be in. These areas provide a friendly environment
where students are encouraged to use the facilities and
develop their social skills.
English as an Additional Language (EAL) is a large element of the SEND Department this is
because of the number of students and Sixth Form students who arrive from other countries. We try to
make our displays as multicultural as possible to celebrate the rich variety of cultures. A number of these
students receive extra support with their English language skills.
We strive to provide a caring environment where students feel happy and secure and can enjoy their school
life to the full and achieve their full potential
The school uniform supplier is:

AJM Designs
119 Raby Road
Hartlepool,
TS24 8DT
Tel: 07709 769889
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The School Curriculum

The curriculum of The English Martyrs School will be broad, balanced, relevant and
differentiated.
BROAD - in that every student should be introduced to a wide range of areas of
experience
BALANCED - in that each area of the curriculum be allotted sufficient time to make
its specific contribution.
RELEVANT - in that all subjects should be taught in such a way as to make plain
their link with the students own experiences and to their application and continuing
value in adult life.
DIFFERENTIATED - in that what is taught and how it is taught needs to be matched
to students abilities and aptitudes.
Content Of The Curriculum

In Years 7 to 9, all students study the following subjects:
Religious Education, English, Maths, Science, Design and Technology,
Modern Foreign Languages, History, Geography, PE, Music, Art, Information
Technology and Citizenship.
Pathways are introduced in Year 9 and continue through to the end of Year 11.
In Years 10 and 11, all students study Religious Education, English, Maths and
Science, to GCSE level. PE is also taught as a compulsory non-examination subject.
Students will follow a red, yellow or blue pathway. The pathways will allow students
to study a Modern Foreign Language, a humanities subject (Geography/History) as
well as having the opportunity to choose from a range of subjects including Art, Art
Textiles, Business Studies, Ceramics, Child Development, Computer Studies,
Engineering, Food and Preparation, French, Geography, German, Graphics, iMedia,
Health and Social Care, History, Information Technology, Music, Photography, PE,
Spanish and Resistant Materials. In the Sixth Form, students choose subjects from
an extensive range of A2 subjects. Sixth Form students also take MET (Morals,
Ethics and Theology).
The curriculum is reviewed each year. There is more information regarding the
curriculum on the school website.
First Aid
The school has staff trained to provide emergency First Aid in the event of minor injuries. This would
normally involve cleaning wounds and abrasions and providing a sterile dressing. If a major injury occurs an
ambulance will be called and parents notified.
First Aid personnel are not allowed to administer tablets or medicines to students. This includes Aspirin or
similar analgesics. If it is essential that prescribed medicine be taken in school parents must:
1.
Complete a Prescribed Medicines in School Form, available from the school
office.
2.
Ensure that the medicine is in a properly labelled container giving the name
of the GP, the name and address of the student, the name of the medicine
and its dosage.
No medicine, whether prescribed or bought over the counter, should be in the
possession of students in school.
Homework
All students are provided with a Personal Planner to enable them to record
homework and organise their academic studies. Homework is an integral
part of the learning process and may take various forms: revision, reading,
research, writing, etc. Each department have their own individual way of
setting homework and this can be viewed on the school website.
Form Tutors check Planners in school and parents are asked to sign them
on a weekly basis. Parents are informed when students become negligent
about homework. There is opportunity to use the school library.
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Home School Liaison Officer

School support co-ordinator/Support Assistant Mrs Tor Hooks and Mrs Tracey Torka are available to
offer support and guidance to parents, carers and students who wish to discuss any problems, worries or
difficulties that may be upsetting to them, either in or out of school. Most young people find that talking to
family, friends or teachers can help solve their problems. However, if this has not been possible, it can help
to talk to someone else who may be able to offer some advice or support. Referrals can be made to other
services both in the Local authority and voluntary services with a wide range of skills. If you have any
concerns regarding the ill treatment, neglect or any other forms of abuse of a child in your care or that of
another child please do not hesitate to contact Tor as our nominated safeguarding person.
School Attendance Officer/Attendance Assistant
Mrs Angela Baggs and Mrs Tracey Torka will work alongside staff in school to promote excellent
punctuality, reduce levels of absence and work with children and families to promote high levels of
attendance. Home visits are carried out to support students, parents/carers to ensure that their child attends
school on a daily basis allowing them to achieve their full potential.If you have concerns regarding your
childs attendance please do not hesitate to contact Angela or Tracey.
The above staff will provide a confidential service however any safeguarding issues would need to
be passed on to the appropriate professionals.
Child Protection
The Area Child Protection Committee have asked schools, in the interests of honesty and openness
between parents and schools, to publish the following statement in all communications to parents:
Parents and carers should be aware that the school has a duty to take reasonable action to
ensure the welfare and safety of its students. In cases where school staff have cause to be
concerned that a student may be subject to ill treatment, neglect or other form of abuse, staff
will follow the County Child Protection Procedures and inform the Social Services of their
concern. This may involve a visit to the home by a Social Worker.
The English Martyrs Sixth Form College
For many of our students, English Martyrs Sixth Form College is the natural
next step on their journey of learning. We are an academic college with an
A* - B pass rate which is the highest in the area 55% in 2016.
We are very proud of our students impressive record of examination success
and involvement in the community. We hope that, in turn, your children will
continue this high standard of achievement by continuing their education with us.
We specialise in traditional A Level courses but also offer a range
of Level 3 Cambridge Technical and BTEC courses. Advanced
Level qualifications are a prerequisite for entry into Higher
Education and many professions.
A Level:
Biology, Business Studies, Ceramics, Chemistry, Computing,
English Language, English Literature, Art and Design, Further
Maths, Geography, Graphic Design, History, Health and Social
Care (Double or Single Award), Law, Maths, Modern Foreign
Languages (French German, Spanish), Music, PE, Performing
Arts, Photography, Physics, Product Design, Product Design Textiles, Religious Studies, Psychology, Textiles, 3D Design.
Level 3 Cambridge Technical in ICT, iMedia and Performing Arts:
These courses are equivalent to one A Level.
BTEC Health and Social Care:
Students can opt for the Single or the Triple option, which includes a work placement.
We also offer the Extended Project Qualification is a great opportunity for students to develop
independent learning skills whilst undertaking a project of their own choosing. Students find
this a rewarding experience and enjoy the support of expert staff. This qualification also
carries UCAS tariff points.
Pastoral Care - We are proud of our excellent pastoral system which includes a personal
tutor, Heads of Year and a Learning Mentor who advises students on their post Sixth Form
options as well as offering another layer of emotional and academic support. To enhance the
Sixth Form curriculum, we offer a range of compulsory additional studies including
MET (Moral, Ethics and Theology), PSHE and supervised studies. Extra-curricular
activities include: Art trips, theatre visits, various sporting opportunities, such as
football, netball and a gym (which Sixth Form students are welcome to use), Sixth
Form Conference days, social and charity events, exchange programmes, debating
and public speaking, the Engineering Education Scheme and links with local
companies including EDF Energy. Additional information can be found in our
prospectus on the college website.
Sixth Form Resources - Students have use
of the Sixth Form Centre which includes
computer rooms, a careers centre and a
Sixth Form Study Room, a Common Room
and a Bistro. Students also have use of the
Library Centre before, during and after college hours. If you would like any additional
information about the Sixth Form, please
contact Mrs C Hogarth, Head of Sixth Form.
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The Pastoral Care of Students

Each person is uniquely created by God and is of equal value
regardless of ability, creed, gender or race.
The pastoral system aims to create an environment for all members of The English Martyrs School and Sixth Form
College community to develop their talents and abilities fully. The Gospel values of love,
concern, tolerance and self-esteem are taught through the curriculum.
The success of the pastoral system relies greatly on the co-operation between home and school. The school will report
annually on students progress and keep parents/guardians fully informed of their childs
progress. Parents/guardians are welcome to contact the school.
Form Tutor
To ensure the best possible continuous care, each student is assigned to a Form Tutor who is responsible for him or
her from Year 7 to Year 11.
The Form Tutor is the first point of contact for the student within the school and provides help and advice in all matters
- spiritual, academic, social and personal. The Form Tutor is in daily contact with students in morning registration. The
Form Tutor is initially responsible for monitoring and reporting on the well-being, general behaviour, attendance,
punctuality, standard of uniform, homework and general academic progress of each student in the Tutor Group. The
Form Tutor will sign the Student Planner on a weekly basis, usually on a Monday morning.
Head of Year
Each tutor group has a Head of Year who has overall responsibility for the welfare of students and remain with them
until the end of Year 11. The Head of Year is generally the first point of contact for parents. The Head of Year liaises
with and assists the Form Tutor in dealing with any issues that may arise.
The Head of Year is responsible for the year group assemblies and other special activities.
He / she organises internal examinations and Parents Consultation Evenings.
Deputy Headteachers:
Mr P.McMahon: Head of School KS4
Mr .P.Dickson : Head of School KS3
Assistant Headteachers: Mr J.Devenney: KS4
Mr J.Gribben : KS3
Mrs C Hogarth,: Head of Sixth Form
Heads of Year. Mr A.Morrison: Head of Year 7
Mrs L.Hickey: Head of Year 8
Miss V.Parker: Head of Year 9
Mrs C.Phillips: Head of Year 10
Mrs J.Evans : Head of Year 11
Assistant Headteachers will liaise with Heads of Year to ensure that the
highest standards of pastoral care are
consistently evident in main school and manage the procedures and
policies of the whole pastoral system.
Rewards
The Ethos
The English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College expects and promotes behaviour which allows all its
members to work together in a spirit of harmony and co-operation, guided by the teachings of Jesus and
the Church.
The Code of Conduct
This means:
a.
All members of the school community will treat each other with respect and dignity.
b.
No one must ever wilfully damage school or others property or equipment. Students and staff
will endeavour to keep the school litter free at all times.
c.
The highest standards of punctuality and attendance are expected
from everyone. The schools Attendance Policy monitors and
checks students attendance.
d.
All students from Year 7 through to Year 11 must wear school uniform as set out in the schools Discipline and Behaviour Policy.
e.
Any behaviour which is anti-social, destructive, or disruptive or is in
any way contrary to the ethos and authority of the school will be
sanctioned to a degree relative to the seriousness of the behaviour.
Punishment and Rewards
The School believes that success should be acknowledged and a will to learn actively encouraged. This means that we have clear systems to reward students
and give clear and fair punishments if students fall short of our expectations.
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The English Martyrs

Hexham and Newcastle Catholic Partnership

The English Martyrs Association

The English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College

Dates of meetings for 2016 - 2017 are:

This annual event has been a tradition of the school since

The information in this prospectus is

A Brief History of the School

For the last few years members of Year 11

Ofsted Inspection Highlights

OFSTED HIGHLIGHTS JANUARY 2012

Achievement is good overall and for many groups of students. English

Teaching is improving rapidly and there is a strong body of good and

Students behaviour is good and students feel very safe. It is often

Leadership and management are good. The Catholic ethos,

Students in the sixth form make good and often outstanding

In the main school, students have good attitudes to

Behaviour around the school is excellent. Students are courteous

Published Admission Number

Geography Staff from the Geography Department

NOTES AND DEFINITIONS

EMS Sports Stars The EMS Sports Stars will be

Level 1 Award in Sports Leadership

Governing Body 2016

Appointed under Article

Local Governing Body of The English Martyrs School

Appointed under Criteria

The Directors of the Academy Trust delegate to the Local Governing

Morning prayers each day at 8.45 am in the Chapel.

Mass celebrated weekly in school Chapel, 8.15 am on Fridays.

Year Masses and occasional Masses at intervals throughout the year.

Reconciliation services during Advent and Lent.

Special liturgies for the whole school at Christmas and Easter.

The School as a Christian Community

Y10 Y11 lunch

Uniform and Appearance

The school uniform supplier is:

The School Curriculum

Content Of The Curriculum

Home School Liaison Officer

The English Martyrs Sixth Form College

The Pastoral Care of Students

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