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Albion Academy Handbook for new students 2021
Welcome Dear Parent/Carer, A very warm welcome to The Albion Academy and to our induction booklet. This is a guide for parents/carers to help you support your child in their transition to secondary school and their time with us for the next five years. We are delighted that you will be joining The Albion Academy. We want the same things that you do for your child: for them to be well-educated, have the opportunity to be successful and to live a happy and fulfilled life. We very much look forward to working with you towards these goals. We have three simple values of Ready, Respectful and Safe. If your child is prepared for school then they are ready to learn. This means that they will wear the correct uniform, arrive to school on time, attend their lessons on time and carry the correct equipment. We are a respectful school and place great importance on treating each other with kindness and respect at all times. We will always ensure that school is a safe environment for students to thrive in and we expect students to demonstrate safe behaviour at all times. We have high expectations and expect all of our students to meet our expectations. We are also warm and kind at all times and the climate of the school is always positive. We work very closely with parents/carers and a high degree of trust exists between staff, students and parents because we know that this close partnership enables students to achieve their best. We look forward to working with you. Very best wishes, Mr J. Roberts Headteacher
Contents Uniform ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 PE Kit Requirements ……………………………………………………………………………….. 4 Personal Appearance ……………………………………………………………………….…6 Equipment …………………………………………………………………….……………….. 7 Book Presentation Standards …………………………………………………………………... 8 Mobile Phones ………….………………………………………………………………………..… 9 Behaviour Expectations …………………………………………………………………….……10 Praise and Rewards …………………………………………………………………….….……… 11 Times of School Day …………………………………………………………………….…………. 12 Subjects at the Albion ………………………………………………………..…….…………. 13 Example Pupil Timetable …………………………………………………..………….…………. 14 Extra-Curricular Activities ………………………………………………….………………………15 School Lunch …………………………………………………………….………………….……. 16 School Map—Ground Floor ………………………………………………………………..…. 17 School Map—First Floor ………………………………………………………………………….18 Frequently Asked Questions—Year 6………………………………………………………….….19 Transition Year Experiences …….………………………………………………………….…. 20 Useful Hints and Suggestions ……………………………………………………………...…… 21 Useful Information …………………………………………………………………………..…… 22 Mobile Phone Agreement …..………………………………………………………………..…… 23
Albion Academy Uniform
Wearing the full Albion Academy uniform is expected. It is an important part of the Academy
ethos which promotes positive attitudes, high standards and a sense of personal pride.
Students are expected to look neat, tidy and professional at all times. We welcome parental
support in ensuring that students adhere to this expectation. Boys and girls wear the same
uniform.
All students wear a black school blazer with school logo; this is compulsory for all students.
Blazers should be clean and tidy and in good repair. All students are expected to wear their
blazers as they come into school in the morning and throughout the day. Sweatshirts, hats,
scarves and hoodies are not allowed; they will be removed and placed in Student Services
or with a pastoral member of staff until the end of the day.
ALBION ACADEMY UNIFORM CHECKLIST:
Academy blazer
White shirt with long or short sleeves
Academy tie—all year 7 will be provided with one
Plain black school trousers (jeans/chinos/lycra trousers are not allowed)
Plain black skirt
Plain black/white tights or socks
Black shoes (Shoes with coloured soles/stripes or white soles are not accepta-
ble, this includes Vans and Kicker boots)
A suitable school bag that is big enough to hold books and an outdoor coat (not
a plastic drawstring bag)
Plain outdoor coat or jacket (not to be worn inside)
A school jumper—not compulsory
What does this
mean for me? We want you to take pride in the way you
look so wear the correct uniform everyday.
Make sure your tie is fastened correctly and
that your shirt is always tucked in.
Everyone wears the same uniform so you
will look professional and smart!
3
PE Kit Requirements
Here at the Albion Academy we recognise PE as a key area of learning within the National
Curriculum. Physical activity is fundamental to the health of our young people and therefore
a suitable PE kit is essential in ensuring that pupils access the PE National Curriculum to its
potential. It is also essential to ensure that they are able to participate safely and comfortably
in physical activity at The Albion Academy. We believe that a uniform kit encourages our
children to have a sense of belonging to The Albion Academy community and promotes a
feeling of pride and equality.
PE KIT CHECKLIST:
Albion Academy badged black polo shirt
Performance training and team wear (quick dry) shorts
Black or white tennis/ankle style sports socks
Trainers suitable for use on the sand based AstroTurf
Students are permitted to wear the following items in cold
weather (please note that this applies to the autumn and spring
terms only and does not apply in the summer term)
Plain black jogging bottoms.
Black base layer style/thermal leggings worn under-
neath black dry-fit style shorts.
Plain black jumper or hoodie.
PE Additional Information
• Fashion trainers / pumps are not suitable for PE.
• All PE kit must be clearly named.
• Students will be expected to take personal responsibility for collecting items
which have been left in changing rooms.
• Un-named / unmarked items will be put into lost property in Student Services
and retained until the end of the term.
• Students excused from PE with a note from a medical professional MUST bring
suitable kit to allow them to participate as officials, coaches or sports leaders.
• Students with long hair are required to tie their hair back for health and safety
purposes.
4
PE Kit Requirements
Please note that students are permitted to wear the correct Albion Academy PE kit only. We
ask that you arrange the purchase of the full Albion Academy PE kit from either Mal’s or
Whittaker's ready to start the term in September 2020.
It can be purchased online from https://www.mclellanclothing.com/albion/ or by appointment
only from Whittaker's in Swinton (telephone: 0161 794 1396 to book an appointment).
We are hoping to be able to sell replacement PE kits from school soon.
Students in years 10 and 11 only are allowed the privilege of additional flexibility with their
PE kit. They are permitted to wear a suitable plain black sports t-shirt or polo shirt and plain
back shorts, jogging bottoms or leggings.
What does this
mean for me? Just like in classrooms we want you to take
pride in the way you look so wear the correct
PE uniform in every PE lesson.
Everyone wears the same PE uniform so you
will look like a professional team!
5
Personal Appearance
Hairstyles
Extreme hairstyles are not permitted, this will be at the Academy’s discretion, If you would
like any more information please contact your child’s head of year. The following hairstyles
are not permitted;
x Hair which as been dyed an extreme colour such as pink
x Styles where lines and / or shapes are cut into the hair
Hair should be clean, well brushed neat and of a natural colour. Hair should not cover the
face. Any hair accessories must be discreet, either black or white and professional looking.
Jewellery & Make-Up
A wristwatch may be worn; students are not allowed to wear any other jewellery including
earrings, rings, necklaces and/or bracelets.
x Students wearing make-up will be asked to remove it.
Religious Observance
Students whose religion requires them to cover their heads with a scarf or cap are permitted
to do so, as long as it is in plain black or white.
What does this
mean for me? All this means is we want you to look as
professional and as smart as you can.
If you can do this in secondary school then
this helps prepare you for when you leave
school as you may have to dress smartly in
the jobs you choose.
6
Equipment
It is a requirement that all pupils at The Albion Academy come prepared for their lessons.
All pupils must have the following equipment with them every day.
(All students will be pro-
vided with a planner)
What does this
mean for me?
It’s really important that you are able to
complete the work to the best possible
presentation standards.
To do this you will need the right equipment
every day in all of your lessons!
7
Book Presentation Standards
The following poster is displayed in all classrooms across The Albion Academy. Excellent
presentation and a sense of pride when working is expected from all of our pupils.
You must write in
Your teachers will
blue or black ink
mark work in red
using a ballpoint
ink
pen only.
Writing
You must self- You must draw
assess your work shapes, graphs and
in green ink diagrams in pencil
Always write the title and date
Underline title and date using a ruler
Underline subheadings with a ruler
word Place a neat line through any mistakes
Always take pride in your work
8
Mobile Phones
The Albion Academy has a strict mobile phone policy. Pupil’s do not need a mobile phone in
school. We understand that a mobile phone adds a level of security and comfort if children
are making their own way to and from the Academy. If they do have a mobile phone then it
must be turned off during the school day and kept in a school bag.
If a pupil is seen with a mobile phone at any point then it will be confiscated until Friday at
3pm.
All mobile devices that are brought into school are the pupil’s responsibility .
See it
Hear it
Take it
What does this
mean for me? Mobile phones distract you from learning so
you must keep them away at all times so you
get the best out of your lessons.
If your parents need you they can ring the
school and the teachers can let you know. All
our classrooms have a phone in them.
9Behaviour Expectations
The Albion Academy has three main principles at the core of behaviour expectations and
they are that all pupils must be.
Ready / Respectful / Safe
Children learn best in safe environments that support teaching and learning, and these
three very simple words ensure that pupils arrive to all lessons ready to learn and that the
environment inside the classroom will support the teacher in helping all pupils make the
very best progress during the lesson.
It is an expectation that all pupils at The Albion Academy
Are Punctual for lessons and ready to learn
Bring correct equipment to lesson
Contribute in lessons in a positive manner
Listen to and respect the views of others
Are Calm and respectful
Have respect for self
Have respect for others
Have respect for the environment
Are Polite and well mannered
Say please and thank you
Keep left on corridors
We recognise that pupils may not always get it right and there are systems in place to sup-
port children in ensuring that they are aware of how to adjust and adapt as they continue
their journey through school with us.
All instances of poor behaviour are recorded electronically and saved on file right up
until Year 11.
What does this
mean for me?
This might sound like a lot of rules but all we
ask is that you are ready to learn and show
your teacher and other pupils respect.
This way everyone can focus on being the best
they can be and make the best progress.
10Praise and Rewards
At The Albion Academy we believe that rewarding and praising pupils is integral to creating
and maintaining a positive learning environment.
Our daily reward system uses ACE awards to reward pupils who show excellent work, effort
or attitude in lessons. ACE stands for;
A Achievement ACE awards form healthy competition between
form groups to win half termly prizes. There are
C Commitment many other rewards throughout the year.
E Excellence
Postcards of Departmental Head of Year
praise certificates certificates
Bronze, Silver and Gold 100% Attendance
ACE award badges certificates
Six termly attendance
badges
End of year
reward trips Recognition
boards in class
Positive phone calls
home
What does this
mean for me? We love to reward pupils who show excellent
skills in lesson or just work very hard every
day!
If you do what is asked then you can earn lots
of certificates, badges, prizes or even a brand
new bike!
11Times of the school day
The Albion Academy follows the same structure for key stage 3 every day.
8:10am School Opens (Free Breakfast is served)
8:30am Breakfast Ends
8:40am ALL STUDENTS TO BE IN SCHOOL
8:45am Form Time / Assembly
9:15am Period 1
10:15am—10:30am Break
10:30am Period 2
11:30am Period 3
12:30pm Lunch Time
1:00pm Period 4
2:00pm Period 5
3:00pm Lessons end for the day
3:00pm—4:00pm Extra curricular activities
What does this
mean for me?
We have a busy day with 5 lessons. You will
have to go to five different classrooms.
There is no need to worry as teachers will be
on hand to help you!
12Subjects at the Albion
The Albion Academy offers a wide range of subjects in specialist classrooms. They include;
English Mathematics
Science P.E
French Spanish
Geography History
Music ICT
Art Drama
RE Technology
plus our extra-curricular clubs!
What does this
mean for me?
You have specially trained teachers in each
lesson. They are all experts in their subject
areas.
This means you get the best education you
can!
13Example Pupil Timetable
Each and every pupil at the Albion Academy will have a printed timetable of all their les-
sons. It will include which teacher they have and the room the lesson will take place in.
See the example below
The timetable above has one row for each day. There are columns for each lesson of the
day which includes form time, break time and lunch time.
• The subject and class code are the top two lines.
• The third line is the room number which begins with either a G (ground floor) or
an F (first floor)
• The last line is the teacher who will deliver the lesson.
What does this
mean for me? Don’t worry if you think it looks complicated!
The timetable is here to help you get to the
right classroom at the right time!
If you’re feeling a little lost there are always
teachers on corridors to help point you in the
right direction!
14Extra-Curricular at the Albion
The Albion Academy offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities across all of our busy
and vibrant subject departments. Here are just a selection! There are many more!
Coding
Salford Athletics
Clubs
UK Maths Club
What does this
mean for me?
Albion Academy teachers are passionate about
their subjects are always looking to offer more.
You will be able to ask about joining any of the
extra-curricular activities we offer!
15School Lunch
The Albion Academy has excellent dining room facilities with experienced and talented
chefs who provide all pupils and staff with healthy and nutritional meals, including halal and
vegetarian dishes.
See the existing school lunch menu.
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Chicken Masala with Chicken Fajitas with Roast Turkey, Boiled Battered Fish and
Lasagne with Garlic
Pilau Rice and Naan Paprika Wedges and New Potatoes, Chips or Chicken
Bread and Salad
Bread Salad Carrots and Peas Burger with Chips
Vegetable Fajita with
Southern Fried Quorn Southern Fried Quorn Quorn Dippers with
Macaroni Cheese Potato Wedges and
Sweet Chilli with Rice Escalope Chips
Sweetcorn
Jacket Potato with Jacket Potato with Jacket Potato with Jacket Potato with Jacket Potato with
Beans, Cheese or Beans, Cheese or Beans, Cheese or Beans, Cheese or Beans, Cheese or
Tuna Tuna Tuna Tuna Tuna
Southern Fried
Pulled BBQ Chicken Piri Piri Butterflied Jamaican Jerk Piri Piri Chicken
Chicken Burger with
Flatbread with Potato Chicken with Savoury Chicken with Rice Strips Baguette with
Chips or Potato
Wedges Rice and Salad and Peas Potato Wedges
Wedges
What does this
mean for me?
There is a lot of choice at the Albion Academy!
If you don’t fancy anything from the school
lunch menu then you can still bring a packed
lunch if you want to!
16School Map (Ground Floor)
The following is a map which shows the layout of the ground floor which includes all room
numbers and subject areas.
Quad Area
Outdoor space for Year 7
17School Map (First Floor)
The following is a map which shows the layout of the first floor which includes all room
numbers and subject areas.
First Floor
18Your questions answered!
We are often asked the following questions; What if?
You will. Everyone is new and eager to make new
I don’t make any friends?
friends.
There are many students and lots of staff to help
I get lost and do not know
you. Remember, you can always ask anyone who
where to go?
is around
If you miss your bus home you can phone home
I miss my bus home?
from reception in school or find a teacher.
Something happens which Speak to your form tutor, head of year or any
worries me or upsets me? teacher! They are there to help!
You must tell a teacher. If you are too ill to go to
I am in school but start to lessons we will contact your parents or emergency
feel ill? contact and arrange for you to go home. We are
not allowed to give you any medicines.
We ask parents to let us know why you are not in
school as early as possible by ringing the school on
0161 359 5100. If you do not let the school know by
I am absent? 10:00am we will ring home. You must bring a note
or appointment card to give to your form tutor, they
will arrange a pass to leave school. You must nev-
er leave school without permission!
We ask parents to avoid arranging family holidays
My family is going on holiday during term time. However, if this is not possible
in term time? you should contact the school who will give you a
form which your parent or carer must fill in.
19Transition Year Experiences
We asked the current year seven pupils about their experiences during their first year at the
Albion Academy:
“I was worried that I would
“I was really worried my find the work too hard but
friends from primary school the teachers are really “The P.E lessons
wouldn’t be in my classes, good at explaining things are really fun, we
but it didn’t matter as I and don’t mind me asking get to try lots of
made lots of new friends” questions” different sports”
“ I was scared about the
older kids being around but
“My favourite lesson they have been really kind “There are lots of clubs to
is Science because and helpful, especially go to at dinner time and
you can use lots of when I couldn’t find one of after school, this is where I
scientific apparatus my classrooms” made lots of new friends
for experiments” as well as having fun”
“My form teacher really
“I’m really excited for our day trip to Blackpool helped me when I started at
Pleasure Beach which was awarded to pupils the Albion, they explained
who had good attendance and got ACE my timetable to me and
awards” made sure I felt okay about
finding classes”
20Useful hints and suggestions
Some easy ways to help you adjust to life at the Albion Academy include;
Use your planner
You will receive a planner on your first day. You must carry this with you at all times, in
your bag. Make sure you write anything down that you need to remember, especially
any homework you might get.
Planners must also be placed on the desk in every lesson.
Get your things ready the night before
Check that you have all your books and equipment in your bag ready for school the
next day. If you’re not sure of your lessons, look at your timetable.
Have breakfast before you come to school or come along and enjoy our free
breakfast from 8:10am
Lunch is not until 12.30pm so it is quite a long time until lunch.
Always ask someone if you are lost
Everyone is willing to help and you will soon learn your way around the building.
Tell someone if you have a problem
It is important that you feel safe and happy in school so tell a teacher or member of
staff straight away and we will help you.
What does this
mean for me? We want you to feel safe at the Albion Academy.
It might look like we have lots of rules and a very
big building but we are a team.
We are here to help you!
You have nothing to worry about!
21Useful information
Contact Details
If you would like any more information or if you would like to arrange a meeting or visit the
Albion Academy before September 2020 then please do not hesitate to contact the Albion
Academy Inclusion team using the details below;
Albion Academy
1 London Street
Salford
M6 6QT
Tel: 0161 359 5100
Email: contact@albionacademy.co.uk
Further information and contact details for Senior Leaders, Heads of Year and Form
Tutors are available on request or via the Albion Academy website.
22Home/School Agreement
The Albion Academy will: As a parent/carer I will As a student, I will:
Ensure that every child Ensure that my child has Be an outstanding mem-
will receive the best edu- excellent attendance and ber of the school inside
cation punctuality and in the community
Have high expectations, Attend all parent Attend The Albion Acade-
set high standards and meetings and parents my every day in correct
consistently reinforce evenings uniform, be on time and
these Support the school in have the correct equip-
Provide a positive, safe maintaining our high ex- ment
and inspiring environment pectations and standards Be respectful and kind to
Deliver an excellent cur- Accept the school behav- everyone
riculum and provide quali- iour policy Follow the school behav-
ty teaching and learning Check that my child has iour policy without argu-
Keep parents informed the correct uniform and ment
about pupil progress equipment each day Complete all classwork
Offer opportunities for and homework to the
students to learn outside best of my ability and take
the classroom and devel- pride in it
op their skills, confidence Keep the school safe by
and interests following the rules in
class, on corridors and at
social times
Signed school: Signed parent/carer: Signed student:
Date: Date: Date:
23Mobile Phone Agreement
In order to ensure the best learning environment for students The Albion Academy operates
a strict ‘No mobile phone’ policy. This means that the use of mobile phones is not permit-
ted in any part of the Academy; either in lessons or during social times such as break or
lunch time.
Pupils seen using a mobile phone will have their device confiscated until a parent or carer
collects it from school. As this agreement is linked to the Academy’s behaviour policy the
incident will be logged in the pupil behaviour section of the Academy’s information system.
By signing this document you agree to the policy regarding the use of mobile phones and
fully support The Albion Academy in ensuring that there is no mobile phone usage on site at
any time, guaranteeing the best possible learning environment for students.
Pupil Name:
Parent / Carer name
Signed
Date
See it Hear it Take it
23ICT Agreement
Please read the ICT acceptable use agreement enclosed in the envelope and sign below
Student
I understand and will abide by the provisions and conditions of this agreement. I under-
stand that any violations of the above provisions may result in disciplinary action and the
removal of my privileges. I also agree to report any misuse of the system to a staff mem-
ber. Misuse may come in many forms but may be viewed as any messages sent or re-
ceived that indicate or suggest pornography, unethical or illegal activities, racism, sexism,
inappropriate language, any act likely to cause offence or other issues described above.
Pupil name:
Signature:
Date:
Parent/Carer
Albion Academy students must also have the signature of a parent or carer who has
read this agreement.
As the parent or Carer, I have read this agreement and understand that access to elec-
tronic information services is designed for educational purposes. I understand that, whilst
the Internet Service Provider operates a filtered service, it is impossible for Albion Acade-
my to restrict access to all controversial materials and will not hold the college responsible
for materials acquired on the network. I also agree to report any misuse of the system to
the college.
I hereby give my permission to Albion Academy to permit my child access to electronic
information services and I certify that the information given on this form is correct.
Parent/carer name:
Signature:
Date:
23Biometrics Agreement
The use of Biometrics in school
The Albion Academy uses a biometric data system (based upon fingerprint recognition technology) for its cashless cater-
ing services. This works by taking measurements of the fingerprint but does not capture a complete image meaning that
the original fingerprint cannot be reconstructed from the data.
The Academy requires the written consent of a Parent/Guardian before we may collect and process the biometric data
of any student. A suitable alternative will be provided to any student where consent is not given.
Please tick one of the two boxes below:
I hereby give consent for the collection and processing of biometric data for the student detailed above
for use with school systems
I would like my son/daughter to be provided with a suitable alternative instead of using their fingerprint
Pupil Name:
Parent / Carer name
Signed
Date
23Digital/Video Images Agreement
Use of Digital / Video Images
To comply with Data Protection law (including the GDPR and associated legislation), we are required to
obtain your consent so that we may take and use photographs and video recordings of your child.
Photography and videography may be used at the Albion Academy for the purposes set out below. Only
images of children in suitable dress will be recorded and shared. Staff are not allowed to take photographs or
videos on their personal equipment.
Permission Form
We would like your consent to take photos and videos of your child and use them in the ways described
below. If you are not happy for us to do this, we will accommodate your preferences.
I am happy for the academy to take photographs/videos of my child
I am happy for photos/videos of my child to be used on the School website
I am happy for photos/videos of my child to be used in the academy newsletters
I am happy for photos/videos of my child to be used on the academy’s internal displays
I am happy for photos/videos of my child to be used on promotional materials (i.e. posters, banners, etc.)
I am happy for photos/videos of my child to be used on social media sites (i.e. Twitter, Facebook, etc.)
I am happy for photos/videos of my child to be used in local newspapers/magazines
Pupil Name:
Parent / Carer name
Signed
Date
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