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MASCALLS ACADEMY

Mascalls Academy

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Leigh Academies Trust is a medium-sized, multi-academy trust operating across Kent and South East London. It contains primary, secondary and special academies and is highly inclusive and successful. Our mission is to shape the lives of young people for the better through high-quality education and in doing so, transform the communities in which they live.

‘Work matches students’ needs and abilities through well-structured tasks. Students make good progress.’Ofsted

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Welcome to

Mascalls Academy

I am delighted to introduce you toMascalls Academy. We are a mixed comprehensive academy that provides an excellent all-round education in a friendly and supportive environment.

We are a dynamic, forward thinking academy which aims to prepare students for the challenges theywill face after school and enable them to acquire life skills, self-awareness and compassion. We want ourstudents to not only make the most of their abilities, but also to become adults who can make a valuablecontribution to society over the course of their adult lives. We celebrate each individual student and aim to ensure that they leave the academy as confident young adults who have high self-esteem and are prepared for the next stage in their lives. Our staff areextraordinarily hard-working and go beyond the call of duty to help each student reach their full potential.

We are also proud of the pastoral care we provide for our students. We value them as individuals and do everything in our power to make their time hereas happy as possible and to help them cope with the ups and downs of different stages of life through toadulthood.

We have very positive relationships with our students’ parents and believe very strongly that by working closely with them, we can support theirchildren most effectively.

Please make an appointment to visit us during the day and we would be delighted to show you around so that you can see students and staff at work.

Wayne BarnettPrincipal, Mascalls Academy

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‘Parents, carers and students are highly positive about the quality of education and care provided.’Ofsted

For admission enquiries telephone 01892 835366 or email enquiries@mascallsacademy.org.uk

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GCSE performance 2016Students achieving English and maths: 60%

Students achieving A*-C English - 80% (national average 60%)Maths - 63% (national average 61%)Science - 74% (national average 53%)

Pupils who achieved the English Baccalaureate: 19%

KS2-4: percentage of pupils who achieved at least the minimum expected levels of progress in English: 83%

KS2-4: percentage of pupils who achieved at least the minimum expected levels of progress in maths: 61%

A‐Level Performance 2016A*‐A: 16%A*‐B: 40%A*‐C: 73%A*‐E: 99%

Average point score per entry = 34 pointsAverage point score per student = 100 points

Mascalls achieves best GCSE results in its history

Mascalls Academy is top of non-selective Kent

schools academic A Level scores

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The curriculum

At Mascalls we aim to deliver a curriculum that is broad and balanced with a rich variety of subjects to allow students to aspire, believe and achieve. The diversity within the curriculum offers stimulating and challenging learning, meeting the needs of all our students. Learning opportunities are both innovative and inclusive. We have designed a curriculum that not only instils value in the core subjects but also the EBACC and foundation subjects in all key stages.

In Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9) students study the core subjects – English, mathematics and science alongside history, geography, modern foreign languages, ICT, art, design and technology, dance, drama, music, PE, RE with weekly sessions in PSHE and careers.

In Key Stage 4 (Years 10-11) we offer one of the widest range of option choices amongst local schools embracing the academic and vocational and alternative curricula. All students continue to study English Language, English Literature, mathematics, science, PE and RE. Students can choose from a wide range of GCSE and vocational subjects ranging from fine art and computer science to photography, health and social care and construction. Some students also access early entry AS subjects.

In Key Stage 5 (Years 12-13) we offer students several pathways through either a traditional academic route of A levels, a mix of A level and BTEC courses or a purely vocational route with work placement. We are developing our offer of combined study and work programmes and developing links with local businesses.

Rewards

Students receiving the highest number of reward points receive subject awards in termly college rewards assemblies. Students will receive automatic reward points for 100% attendance and excellent attitude to learning in their progress reports.

‘Students overwhelmingly say that they feel safe in school and that any bullying, name-calling or teasing is

immediately dealt with.’Ofsted

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Our college system

It is essential to maintain close links between home and school throughout your child’s education at Mascalls so we can support them effectively.

The academy is organised into four colleges – Earhart, Luther King, Shackleton and Marie Curie (Sixth Form). Each college has approximately 350 students, led by a Head of College, Deputy Head of College, Head of Pastoral, Assistant Head of Pastoral and a team of advisors who know your child very well. Each student is in a mixed age advisory group which meets with their advisor every day.

Mascalls actively encourages the competitive element of inter-college competitions through half termly challenges that include sporting, literature and art elements.

Amelia Earhart - A pioneering aviator and inspirational figure, Amelia Earhart became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean and set many other records throughout her career.

Martin Luther King, Jr. - was an American Baptist minister and activist who was a leader in the African-American Civil Rights Movement. He is best known for his role in the advancement of civil rights using non-violent civil disobedience based on his Christian beliefs.

Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton - was a polar explorer who led three British expeditions to the Antarctic, and one of the principal figures of the period known as the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration.

Marie Curie (Sixth Form) - was a Polish-born physicist and chemist and one of the most famous scientists of her time. Having discovered two new elements - radium and polonium, she carried out the first research into the treatment of tumours with radiation and was instrumental in developing X-Rays for use in surgery.

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The Marie Curie Post-16 College offers excellent standards of teaching to ensure that students are equipped with the best education which will allow them to access a range of Post-18 pathways. Our programme of study, combined with extra-curricular activities and personal development, will help enhance applications to Universities and future employers. We ensure that all our students receive specialist support in terms of careers, future training and informed university choices, including a substantial guidance programme for UCAS applications. When our students leave us, they are fully equipped to embrace the challenges of higher education, with many gaining places at prestigious universities; securing employment or embarking on Gap Year travel experiences.

All of our colleges pride themselves on high expectations and excellent pastoral care based upon family values. They are named after adventurers and pioneers who aspired to achieve great things, irrespective of the barriers ahead of them. It is their spirit of adventure and aspiration that Mascalls seeks to inspire in our students, through our small school structure.

Homework

We aim to foster a culture where students and parents value homework and understand its contribution to students’ success, to support and encourage students to develop independent study skills, organisational skills, time management and self-discipline. Homework is recorded in student planners and in addition, can be accessed by parents electronically using the Show My Homework app or via the website.

Bus transport

By contract coaches and service buses

If you live more than three miles from the school which the County Council has designated as the nearest appropriate school, you can claim free transport to that school. Usually you will be given a season ticket for public transport or offered a seat on a bus hired by the County Council. The distance is measured by the shortest walking route.  Young Person’s Travel Pass

Kent County Council run the Young Person’s Travel Pass which allows students in years 7-11 to travel on many scheduled bus services in Kent.

Mascalls is included in this scheme. Further information is available from www.kent.gov.uk

Reports, assessment and monitoring

At the beginning of year 7, students will be placed in core teaching groups based upon their prior performance and mixed ability in non-core subjects.  Their progress is carefully monitored throughout the year and, at key reporting times in the year, their progress is reviewed.  Parents will receive a report on their child’s progress three times a year. Parents can also track the progress made in each subject on our parent gateway portal via our website.

Special Educational Needs (SEN) support

Students with SEN are supported from transition. Interventions are tailored to individual needs and progress is closely tracked and monitored. We pride ourselves on developing successful partnerships between home and the Academy in order for every SEN student to achieve their potential. Contact Mrs Gately, SENCo, if you wish to make an appointment.

Period 6 booster sessions to support student achievement

As part of our vision to support students in achieving their full potential, we run KS3 and KS4 booster

sessions in a range of subjects. These sessions (known as Period 6) run after school from 3-4pm every day Tuesday-Friday, delivered by specialist subject teachers.

Extra-curricular activitiesMascalls Academy has a wide range of facilities and expertise, and the provision of extra-curricular activities is an integral part of academy life. We believe that it is vital to encourage students to extend and take up new interests and hobbies alongside their studies. From sports to film, debating or horse riding, there really is something for everyone!

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equestrian team

indoor rowing gymnastics rugby dance

mountain biking

further maths science film netball

debating cheerleading writing musical theatre computing

badminton Duke of Edinburgh

song-writing/

coachingkeyboard drama

crafts

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‘Students engage enthusiastically in

their education.’Ofsted

For admission enquiries telephone 01892 835366 or email enquiries@mascallsacademy.org.uk

equestrian team

indoor rowing gymnastics rugby dance

mountain biking

further maths science film netball

debating cheerleading writing musical theatre computing

badminton Duke of Edinburgh

song-writing/

coachingkeyboard drama

crafts

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LAT alumni

Leigh Academies Trust has partnered with Future First, a registered charity, to bring the LAT Alumni community to life. The Trust is keen to foster a thriving community of ex-students who can bring their expertise back into academies as they progress with their careers.

The LAT Alumni website, newly-launched in August 2015, designed as our shop window for prospective alumni members, provides the gateway to joining the alumni communities for The Leigh Academy, Longfield Academy, Wilmington Academy, Stationers’ Crown Woods Academy and Mascalls Academy. Among our alumni members we are sure there is a whole range of inspiring career and education role models, volunteers, work experience providers, governors, and mentors. We are seeking to find you all; we are not asking for your money, but hopefully something far more valuable, your time, to support those following in your footsteps today.

Once signed up, alumni have the opportunity to join our exclusive LinkedIn and Facebook Alumni communities, to network with old friends, and to remain up to date with news and events from their academy.

Visit www.leighacademiestrust.org.uk for the latest alumni news and to sign up for free today.

Our transition programme

We understand that the transition from primary to secondary school is important in the lives of children and their families. We have designed a programme to help children and parents minimise the anxiety and help them settle quickly and smoothly into secondary school life.

Year 6 taster day – October

Experience a day as a Mascalls Academy student.

Assessment morning – June

Assessment morning and a chance for new year 7s to meet.

Pastoral team visit primary schools to meet students – June/July

Maths/literacy after school clubs – July

Chance to enjoy some fun maths and literacy, meet new friends and teachers.

New parents evening – June

Information evening for parents and children. Meet Heads of Colleges and Pastoral Team.

Transition day – July

Chance for students to visit, enjoy some lessons and tour the school.

Summer fun week – July/August (not compulsory)

Exciting week of fun activities to make new friends, meet teachers and explore the school ready for the start of term.

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Mascalls Academy are proud of their comprehensive career education programme which incorporates work-related learning throughout their education.

A student at Mascalls Academy will be prepared for the world of work through education, careers education and work-related learning. We will work with the students to improve self-awareness and challenge their ideas.

As part of Leigh Academies Trust all of the academies are committed to the Investor in Careers Award and Mascalls Academy are proud to have achieved the full award in 2014. This award demonstrates the comprehensive Careers Education Information Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) that the students receive throughout their journey at Mascalls Academy.

As an academy we are judged on the destinations of our students. Our students achieve positive destinations by continuing in education, entering the workplace by way of an apprenticeship or going into training.

Our students all have the opportunity to have a careers interview at any stage of their education. The careers section of the website clearly outlines our students’ entitlement and the timescales of the careers education.

Careers education and work-related learning

I went to Mascalls and now I work in Human Resources. I am also studying part-time for an MA in Psychotherapy.

Lindsey, Human Resources Advisor

I went to Mascalls and now I direct TV programmes that are seen by millions of people across the world.

Andrew, Television Director

I went to Mascalls and now I design clinical trials for cutting-edge cancer treatments.

Graham, Medical Statistician

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Mascalls Academy is part of Leigh Academies Trust

MASCALLS ACADEMY

Chief Executive: Simon Beamish BA (Hons) MSc PGCE NPQH

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