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created with impact: @makesomeimpact Manor Church of England Academy, York Manor Church of England Academy Tel: 01904 798722 Millfield Lane Nether Poppleton York YO26 6PA 2007 2008 Email: hello@mce.hslt.academy Website: mce.hslt.academy Twitter: @manorceacademy Prospectus Principal: Mr Simon Barber 2021-22
welcome Life in all its fullness, a place to thrive... A warm welcome Manor CE Academy is one of others and in turn, the school academically, as creative and our schools within the Hope benefits from shared practice from moral young people and as Sentamu Learning Trust family. other schools in the Trust. We citizens who can make our As a Trust we have a simple motto are a big family, and we look after community a better place to live. awaits... which is ‘Life in all its fullness, each other so that all of our pupils We want every young person and a place to thrive.’ Living out have the opportunity to thrive in their family to believe that if they transform education within this motto every day is crucial a warm and welcoming learning choose a Hope Sentamu Learning York, Hull and North Yorkshire. to the success of the Trust. All environment. We are relentless Trust school, they have the best and We are blessed to have of our schools in the Trust are in raising academic standards, most exciting education available. state-of-the-art facilities and committed to supporting each whilst making sure that we supportive families, however other and working together for develop the whole young person. our greatest assets are the 1,000- the benefit of our children. The team at Manor CE Academy Helen Winn plus amazing young people and Manor CE Academy has many is passionate about enabling Chief Executive Officer, the 140 highly gifted teaching strengths and much to share with every young person to flourish Hope Sentamu Learning Trust As the Principal of Manor CE provide a 21st century education and support staff. Our aim is Academy I am delighted to for our young people, founded on that all students and staff ‘serve introduce our school to you. Christian belief, and carry on the others, grow together and live Thank you for your interest. work that the National Society life to the full’. We want to Manor has a proud history, began in the early 19th century. develop compassionate, serving key people at manor church of england academy having served the young people We are an outstanding young leaders that work to of York for over 210 years. We are academy with a reputation make their communities and a Church of England academy for academic excellence. In our society a better place. and our Christian values guide, recent years we have taken on I hope that we might have influence and underpin all that the role of a National Support the opportunity of welcoming we do. We proudly strive to School and through the Hope you in person at some point in Sentamu Learning Trust we are the future and that the rest of heavily invested in training the this prospectus provides you next generation of teachers. with all the information you Simon Barber Principal Liz Mastin Vice Principal: Andrew Hill Vice Principal: Louise Scaum Vice Principal: Paul Muskett Tom Candlin Assistant Assistant Graham Reagan Assistant Aaron Lethem Support We are an outstanding We are also a founder member require about our academy. Staffing Attainment Welfare Principal: Data Principal: Principal: Services academy with a reputation of the Hope Sentamu Learning and Progress Ethos SENCO Manager for academic excellence. Trust, a growing family of schools working together to Mr Simon Barber | Principal 2 | Prospectus 2021-22 Prospectus 2021-22 | 3
our school Our school Manor is ambitious for its students and sets high standards. ROMANIA TRIP ANSWERS A CRY IN THE DARK Each year, students travel to Romania to assist with the work of the Cry in the An outstandi ng school Dark charity which has a longstanding relationship with Manor and the Hope Sentamu Learning Trust. During their last visit students visited Casa Lumina, Cry in the Dark’s residential home for young adults with learning and physical needs, the charity’s An outstanding school A faith school Manor young people. It started from term. Students Our pastoral system targets Day Centre for young adults Awarded an maintains strong Christian the most humble of beginnings experience prayer, readings, individual needs of our students with life limiting illnesses ‘Outstanding’ beliefs, with our own school and today is one of the most music and meditation and take who are supported by their form and a state-run institute rating by Ofsted chaplain and a core set of values respected Church of England Religious Studies up to GCSE. tutor, Head of House and Year for adults with learning 2007 2008 in 2007, Manor is centred around serving others, secondary schools in York We aim to be at the heart of Leader. We want students to and physical needs. ambitious for its students and growing together and living and the north of England. the local community and our feel safe and secure in our care At each venue, the sets high academic standards. In life to the full. An inclusive students engage in valuable and to leave Manor as confident students spent time with summer 2019, Manor students school Special educational community work, including The young adults, ready for the next the adults and young achieved 79% 9-4 standard pass in Maths and English. needs provision at Manor is recognised by City of York Living out Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. All students take the Archbishop stage of their journey in life. people, talking, listening, interacting and enjoying Some 53% of students achieved the English Baccalaureate Council as a centre of excellence. our motto of York’s Young Leaders Award and many take on volunteering Living life to the full We aim to engage young people time with them. They also visited Negustralui, a measure. SIAMS also rated Manor A support school Manor is Serving others and charitable work during their in learning that captures their remote Roma Village with as ‘Outstanding’ in 2018 reporting at the heart of teacher training As a Church of England academy time with us, often overseas imagination. Each student is no running water, very little that “The Christian vision of in the city, preparing the we have a very special relationship in Malawi and Romania. unique and each deserves a access to education and being led by God (Deo Duce) to next generation of teachers with the Church of the Holy curriculum that meets their minimal interaction with serve others, grow together and and school leaders. Redeemer. Both our clerical Growing together needs and helps them become the surrounding area. live life to the full underpins chaplain, the Reverend Tony How we treat each other is as independent learners. Here they worked with every aspect of the school. A proud history Manor CE Hand, and lay chaplain, Lawrence important as our academic Ofsted recognised the high the children, playing games This leads to students who Academy has been giving hope Rab are integral parts of this performance. We have seven quality of teaching at Manor, with them, painting faces , want to live purposefully and to the people of York since 1812. partnership and of our community. values, taken from the Hebrew with five times the national hair braiding and having fun. with meaning, bringing about For over two centuries Manor We make every effort to scriptures, which advocate that average of lessons deemed According to our students change and transformation has occupied six different sites, live out the faith we confess. all students and staff should be “outstanding”. Our staff develop the trip is hugely rewarding, in the communities in which employed 18 headteachers – and Our acts of collective worship compassionate, gracious, patient, their teaching skills continually eye opening, humbling and they live and beyond.” educated tens of thousands of include a Eucharist service each kind, loyal, forgiving and just. and share best practice. thoroughly life-changing. 4 | Prospectus 2021-22 Prospectus 2021-22 | 5
the school day A place to flourish The School Day All students are required to be in school by 8.35am. Breakfast club Homework All students are expected to do homework regularly. Cycling to school Some students choose to cycle to school and there are plenty of school/home communications Senior colleagues will also be available to discuss progress. School uniform All students are expected to wear full uniform and to have appropriate equipment each day. Boys lazer B Black with school crest. Girls lazer B Black with school crest. Shirt Shirt opens at 8.00am and is free to Parents/carers receive a copy cycle sheds where bikes can be Progress Reports Manor Association (PTA) Plain white – not Plain white – not ‘fashion’ shirt, access by all students. The pattern of the homework timetable at locked up. Please do be aware that In all subjects there will be All parents/carers are ‘fashion’ shirt, with the with the top button fastened of the school day is as follows: the beginning of the autumn cycles are left at the owner’s risk continuous monitoring of automatically members of top button fastened. or white open neck shirt to term. Students are given a and we suggest that all students progress. Assessments take the Manor Association which Trousers wear only with the kilt. planner which parents/carers bring a strong lock for their bike place on a regular basis – arranges educational, social Long formal black Trousers Year 7 + 8 Year 9, 10 + 11 trousers (not jeans, cords Long formal black trousers are asked to check and sign. and that they wear a cycle helmet. reported assessments by subject and fundraising activities. It or fashion trousers). (not jeans, cords, leggings 08.40 Daily Act of 08.40 Daily Act of Worship and Worship and The amount of homework take place once per term. If is governed by a committee, Footwear or fashion trousers). registration registration set varies according to the What equipment will I need? particular concerns arise about a including representatives Plain black school shoes, not School kilt with black tights, or age and ability of the students Before you start at Manor we student’s progress, then parents/ from the staff. The work of the training, canvas shoes or black socks (not trainer socks). 09.00 Period 1 09.00 Period 1 and increases as the students will give you an equipment carers will be contacted. Association is highly valued. boots. Shoes should be plain Footwear with no logos or accessories. Plain black school shoes, no 10.00 Break 10.00 Period 2 move up the school. Parents/ list, but the basics include: Fundraising activities have helped Sleeveless pullover stilettos, sling backs, open 10.20 Period 2 11.00 Break carers are asked to encourage n Suitable school bag which can Parents’/Carers’ to provide many additional Years 7/8: Charcoal grey toed sandals, boots or canvas 11.20 Period 3 11.20 Period 3 their children to do homework fit all necessary equipment Consultations facilities for the benefit of the sleeveless pullover with shoes. Shoes should be plain conscientiously as this is an n PE bag Parents/carers are invited to the students. These include DVD red stripe with no logos or accessories. 12.20 Lunch 12.20 Lunch important factor in achieving n Biro academy annually to meet the players, computers, sports Years 9/10/11: Black Sleeveless pullover sleeveless pullover Years 7/8: Charcoal grey 13.20 Afternoon 13.20 Afternoon success in examinations. n Pencil teaching staff and to discuss equipment, musical instruments, with red stripe sleeveless pullover with red stripe registration/ registration/ n Pencil sharpener progress in subject areas. They stage lighting, curtains, digital Tie Years 9/10/11: Black sleeveless Period 4 Period 4 Transport n Ruler are also encouraged to visit the cameras, equipment for Design Years 7/8: Lower school tie pullover with red stripe 14:20 Period 5 14:20 Period 5 The academy is easily accessible n Highlighter pen academy on the Tutor Days to Technology Food, equipment – red with fine black stripes Tie Years 9/10/11: Upper 15.20 School day 15.20 School day from most parts of the York area. n Coloured pencils discuss the overall progress and for students’ common room school tie – black with Years 7/8: Lower school tie – red with fine black stripes ends ends The local bus services from the n 5mm width padlock attitude to learning of their son/ area and helping students to fine red stripes Years 9/10/11: Upper school City Centre pass the academy. n Calculator daughter with the Form Tutor. purchase Prom tickets. tie – black with fine red stripes 6 | Prospectus 2021-22 Prospectus 2021-22 | 7
our curriculum Our students leave with the confidence and maturity for the next stage in their lives. An extensive Key Stage 3 Years 7-9 At Key Stage 3 (KS3), students fulfil all of the requirements of the National Curriculum and take the full range of subjects: n English n Mathematics Organisation equality of opportunity; to in one or more subjects such as n Science experience teaching which allows English, Drama, Technology or n Geography and learning them to move forward in their Mathematics. A talented student n History Years 7, 8 and 9 learning and to be provided with is one who has the ability to excel n Modern Foreign Languages Students are taught mainly opportunities and appropriate in practical skills such as Sport, (French) in mixed ability forms with support to meet their individual Leadership or Artistic Performance. n Art and Design Technology some setting in certain areas. needs. We are committed to: An able student is identified using (including Computer Science) (Maths in Year 7, Maths n providing an environment a variety of methods such as n Performing Arts (Music, and Science in Year 8 and 9). which encourages all students National tests, Cognitive Ability Dance and Drama) to maximise their potential. Tests in Year 7, teacher assessment n Physical Education Years 10 and 11 n recognising the needs of and nomination. This is a n Religious and Social Studies Students are divided into sets more able students both continuous whole school process. (including personal, social Design, Food Technology, parents and students are for Mathematics and Science. academically and socially. and health education) Product Design, Textiles, informed about the choices They are taught in mixed ability n ensuring that more able students External Hospitality and Catering) available and the work to groups for English, Religious are motivated to achieve to Key Stage 4 Years 10-11 n Humanities (Geography be covered in each course. Studies and Core PE. For Option the best of their ability. examinations At Key Stage 4 (KS4), all students and History) Students are offered advice subjects they are taught in groups n providing enrichment and All students are encouraged to aim study English (Language n Leadership from subject teachers and an according to their choice of enhancement opportunities for academic success. They are and Literature), Mathematics, n Performing Arts (Dance, independent Careers Adviser subject and the examination level for more able students. entered for GCSE examinations Science, Religious Studies Drama, and Music) before any decisions are made. to which the subject is taught. n communicating effectively in the syllabus appropriate to their (personal, social and health n Physical Education Cross-curricular skills are with parents and carers with abilities. Most students will be education and citizenship) and developed throughout KS4, in Able, Gifted and regard to issues related to entered for nine or potentially ten core PE. They are encouraged Other optional courses available ICT, economic and industrial Talented Students Gifted and Talented students. subjects. Parents are informed of to study a Modern Foreign are Child Development understanding, enterprise Manor CE Academy is committed n providing a co-ordinated the entries being made on behalf of Language (French or German). and Creative iMedia. We education, environmental to the provision of high-quality approach to transition their child and have an opportunity In addition, students also offer a comprehensive education and citizenship. PE education for all students but between the primary and to discuss these with the Head have access to study further Foundation Learning strand and Enrichment are taught as recognises the need to make secondary phases. of Year 11 before the entries are optional courses: of courses to students with non-accredited core subjects. additional provision for students finalised. Where appropriate, n Computer Studies specific requirements. Please note that the curriculum who are able, gifted and talented. A gifted student is one who has the students may be encouraged to take n Design Technology (Art and In the Spring term of Year 9, offer changes on an annual basis. All students have the right to potential to excel automatically different routes of accreditation. 8 | Prospectus 2021-22 Prospectus 2021-22 | 9
support at Manor Performing arts Manor prides itself on their specialist teachers, the rich vibrancy of its whenever they need it. Performing Arts and The academy boasts all students have the exceptional state-of- opportunity to discover the- art facilities for the what it means to thrive in Performing Arts faculty, Dance, Drama and Music. including stunning dance Manor Music and drama studios and City recognises the high-specification music importance of constant suites and studios. The learning and provides the Performing Arts courses opportunity for every at Manor help students Supporting student to learn to play develop confidence and a musical instrument a deep understanding of or learn to sing with a Dance, Drama and Music, specialist tutor. Financial including aspects that support is available for work together across Both the Satellite and The Mobile Library Service experience in Year 9 during those who need it. the different disciplines. Orchard are managed also operates from the LRC the visit to Bewerley Park. In addition to the In addition to the by Applefields Special throughout the day offering staff Geography field trips are also your child tutoring programme, many subject specific School. Applications for and students a book delivery arranged including a trip to Italy MMC and MMC+ benefits, work in these this are made directly service. The Wheelers ebook to study volcanoes. In addition, activities ensure all subjects also encourages to Applefields not Manor. platform also offers students students are invited to take part students have the creativity, confidence, new fiction books on the go! in language trips to France or opportunity to make independence, Beyond the classroom Every Tuesday lunchtime, Germany, there is often a Food music every week community, listening At Manor CE Academy we pride Chatterbooks Book Club is trip abroad and a History trip to with others in their and curiosity. Students ourselves on offering quality exclusively available to students the First World War battlefields community, in addition develop leadership extra-curricular opportunities in Years 7-9 for book reviews, in Belgium and France. to their curriculum skills through working We support and nurture across all year groups. There are over 40 different clubs/sporting activities each week taking place competitions and creative writing. The Leeds Book Awards Book Club (date TBA) offers Students following the Leadership award have the opportunity to visit and lessons. Extra-curricular opportunities in Dance, as part of a team and delivering performances. our students as they learn at lunchtime or after school. students in years 9-11 the chance to shadow this prestigious support a charity in Romania and every two years some Drama and Music are available to all students. Every student also In curricular work there is a tradition of outstanding results in the to serve, grow and live… A sporting chance Book Awards and attend the students have the opportunity has access to a secure faculty and the number of All students have the opportunity Awards Ceremony in Leeds. to support a charity in Malawi. online learning area to students opting to take to be involved in extra- There is a Study Group Monday be able to ask for advice Performing Arts subjects curricular sport. The school to Thursday after school from Duke of Edinburgh or seek support from at GCSE is very high. Learning Support them to enjoy a full curriculum. provides a range of practices 3.20–4.15pm. Quiz Thursday is Award Scheme Special Educational Needs Other students may be taught and fixtures throughout the held every Thursday lunchtime The Duke of Edinburgh Award at Manor is at the heart of and supported in smaller year in team sports such as and offers general knowledge Scheme operates in the academy the school, both physically teaching groups, as appropriate. football, netball, hockey, quizzes and competitions. and provides an excellent Combined Cadet Force and symbolically. Manor CE In Key Stage 3 some students rugby, cricket, basketball, Additional after- school clubs introduction to worthwhile The Combined Cadet Force Academy complies fully with the may take part in literacy rounders, athletics, tennis, include: Film Club, Board leisure activities and voluntary (CCF) was established in 2017 Disability Discrimination Act. or numeracy interventions badminton and cross country. Game Club and Chess Club. service. The award provides and enables students to take We work with students in as needs are identified. We have also introduced an enjoyable, challenging part in a variety of military style a variety of ways depending The HUB is a space for new sports such as ultimate Residential and overseas and rewarding programme activities, learning the values on their personal needs. We students who need a quiet space frisbee and trampolining to excursions of personal development for that personify the armed forces. support students with a wide at break time or lunchtime and our programme. We have a All students in Year 7 will young people, of the highest The CCF meet each week after range of issues and needs offers a supportive atmosphere strong tradition in sports and have the opportunity to quality and the widest reach. school, they wear uniform and including dyslexia, physical and additional activities. The an extensive list of competitive spend a short time at the Students taking part in the take part in a wide-ranging difficulties, speech, language and HUB is also the centre of the fixtures with other schools. Outdoor Education Centre at scheme are required to give programme throughout the year. communications difficulties and partnership between Manor Dearne Valley Kingswood. service to the community, Their year climaxes with a autistic spectrum conditions like CE Academy and Applefields After school clubs and The residential course enables develop a skill, participate camp at Wathgill near Catterick Autism and Asperger’s. We also Special School and where the activities students to spend a short time in physical recreation and when they wild camp, live off support some students with rare “Satellite” provision is based, The Learning Resource Centre away from home getting to know complete an expedition. The military rations and take part in syndromes, visual and hearing supporting students at Key (LRC) is open every lunchtime each other and their form tutors personal development that various exercises. The personal impairment as well as students Stage 3 and 4 with a wide range and after school (Monday to and develop their social skills. occurs through the award is development for students in with attention deficit disorders. of learning difficulties. It is Thursday). It is a space for Students will have a further invaluable and above all young the CCF is remarkable and Students are supported with also home to the Applefields quiet reading, book discussion opportunity to take part in a people find participation with limited spaces available in-class support which allows “Orchard” provision. and individual study. residential outdoor educational enjoyable and satisfying. each year, it is very popular. 10 | Prospectus 2021-22 Prospectus 2021-22 | 11
admissions Manor CE Academy has a distinctive Christian ethos which is at the centre of school life. Joining us... We provide an inclusive, supportive and caring environment, shaped by of other faiths or none. We ask that all parents applying for a application or request a paper copy of the secondary common Christian values in which children place at the academy respect application form and return it to can learn and flourish. Manor aims our ethos and its importance the local authority by 31 October to provide the ultimate learning to the whole community. 2021. These are available at www. environment in which to deliver a The school has a designated york.gov.uk/schooladmissions high-quality personalised education priority area zone defined by across a broad curriculum. the Local Authority. City of Further information is available As a Church of England York Council is committed to from the Admissions Team at academy, we welcome applications the principles of local schools the City of York Council where from church families and those for local people and all students council officers will also be living in this area are entitled to able to offer advice to parents a place with us. We are delighted on low incomes on assistance to welcome all students within with uniform purchase and our immediate catchment and entitlement to free school meals. those from beyond. Students outside this area and when the A warm welcome school is oversubscribed are In addition to our formal allocated places according to Open Evening and Open Week, the local authority criteria. students and their parents are For full details about Manor’s always welcome to make an admissions criteria, please see appointment to visit us during our Admissions Policy at mce. normal working hours by hslt.academy/admissions simply making arrangements Parents can access the secondary with the Principal’s PA. Manor aims to provide the ultimate learning school ‘guide for parents’ online at Mr Barber or one of his environment in which to deliver a high-quality www.york. gov.uk/guideforparents senior team will be delighted Parents need to make an online to show you around school. personalised education across a broad curriculum. 12 | Prospectus 2021-22 Prospectus 2021-22 | 13
student leadership Manor CE Academy Student Leadership Team pictured left-right: Alice Crosby, James Gibson, Anna Van Tol (Head Girl), Alexander Savkovic (Head Boy), Elizabeth Davie, Samuel Butler. A cohesive community Manor CE Academy is a school that we absolutely love attending. This is not only will have chance to experience how the values – serving others, growing together and living We are proud to represent the school at various events because of because of the excellent teaching life to the full – are woven into how much it means to us to be and attitude to learning that the learning experience. This a part of it. Manor CE Academy is widely encouraged, but means that being gracious, offers fantastic opportunities because the school’s ethos is compassionate, loyal, patient, and we would encourage authentically lived out by the kind, forgiving and just, are all all students to embrace staff and students alike. things that the school strives the opportunities that this During your time here, you to pass on to all the students. wonderful school can give them. 14 | Prospectus 2021-22
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