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Welcome to Uppingham Community College Induction & school information New Year 7 intake 2021
Welcome to Uppingham Community College
Dear parents and carers,
We are very excited about welcoming your sons and daughters into our school
community. Starting secondary education can be a daunting prospect for young
people and their parents, so we aim to make our transition activities as effective,
informative and enjoyable as possible.
We know from experience that students thrive at school when they feel happy and
safe. Therefore we place great emphasis on the holistic development of our students.
Working with students to help them become amazing young adults is just as important
to us as the examination outcomes they leave here with. Many of the staff at UCC are
parents themselves and we always ask ourselves ‘the parent test question’ – would I
be happy with this for my own child? I strongly believe this guiding principle ensures
we keep the best interests of our young people as our central focus and it provides us
with a moral foundation for our decision making as a school.
Uppingham Community College is a very successful school with an excellent reputation
and I feel very privileged to be the Principal. I am passionate about ensuring that
everything we do as a school is based upon our core principles of respect, honesty and
kindness.
I am very much looking forward to working with you throughout the next five years of
your child’s education.
Yours faithfully,
Mr B Solly
Principal
London Road, Uppingham, Rutland, LE15 9TJ Tel : 01572 823631
e-mail : principal@ucc.rutland.sch.uk
Principal : Ben Solly BSc NPQH
Deputy Principals : William Brooks BSc, David Anderson BSc
Assistant Principals : Paul Rhodes BA, Clare Duffy BAINDUCTION INFORMATION
Student Induction Days
All students are invited to attend TWO induction days on
Monday 28 and Tuesday 29 June 2021
IF YOUR CHILD CANNOT ATTEND INDUCTION DAYS PLEASE LET THE COLLEGE KNOW IN ADVANCE
During the induction days students will meet the other members of their new form and
experience lessons in some of the subjects they will study next year.
Monday 28 June:
Teambuilding day at the Rutland Showground
Please drop your son/daughter in the main car park at 9:00am* members of staff will be there
to welcome them. Please provide a packed lunch for your son/daughter and plenty to drink
(no glass bottles/nuts please).
Please send your son/daughter with appropriate clothing for the weather eg. Sunhat/sun
cream/waterproof coat etc.
Please then arrange to collect your son/daughter at the end of the day – from the main car
park at 3:30pm
*If you have any concerns about travel arrangements there will be an opportunity to discuss
this with us prior to the event.
Tuesday 29 June:
Students should arrive at College from 8:40am and gather in the Drama Studio for a 9:00am
start. Parents will need to arrange transport into school for their child. When the day finishes,
at 3:45pm children can either walk home or can be collected from the College car park.
Parents should not arrive at the College until after 3.30pm to avoid congestion with current
students being collected. Students will need to bring a pencil case and come in their primary
school uniform.
New College Year 2021/22 begins:
Tuesday 31 August 2021INDUCTION DAY - DINING HALL CHOICES
On-Site Induction Day pre-order choices
Tuesday 29 June Price
Break items Pasta and Sauce £1.15
Toast and jam 22p
Pain au chocolat 80p
Bread roll & butter 45p
Snack box £1.78
Apple/satsuma 40p
Juice/Milkshake 55p
Lunch items Hot Sandwiches:
Chicken Tikka Panini £1.98
Cheese & Tomato Panini £1.86
Cold Sandwiches:
Egg & Cress £1.20
Tuna Mayo £1.30
BLT £1.40
Hot Meal Choices:
Jacket potato, cheese & beans £1.86
Jacket potato, tuna & mayo £1.98
Jacket potato & cheese £1.39
Jacket potato & beans £1.39
Jacket potato & butter 82p
Sausage, mash and peas £1.98
Dessert/Drink Steamed sponge & custard 80p
Biscuit 55p
Apple/Satsuma 40p
Juice 55p
Please note all prices are subject to change and are correct at the time of printing.
Uppingham Community College operates a cashless catering service. This is a biometric system that recognises the thumbprint of your
child. (We will assume that parents accept the use of this biometric system unless we are informed otherwise in writing before 21 June).
Details of how to credit your child’s account (via our on-line payment service ‘Wisepay’) for lunches on the induction days will follow.
Alternatively, your child can bring a packed lunch.If you are eligible for free school meals at your primary school please let us know, before 21 June, and we will make arrangements for your
child to receive a free meal on the induction days.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What does my child need to bring on the induction days in college?
Just themselves and a pencil case! They need to wear their primary school uniform, and if they have
PE on the timetable for the day – they can wear trainers.
What happens on the induction days?
Students will meet their form tutor and which students are in their form. They will do a tour around
the school to help them start to navigate the building. They will also participate in some lessons and
experience lunchtimes at UCC.
My child has a Special Education Need, who should I speak to about this?
Please contact Paula Norton at UCC to discuss your needs in more detail, Mrs Norton can be
contacted on: Norton_p@ucc.rutland.sch.uk
My child has a Social or Emotional Need, who should I speak to about this?
See above.
My child has a serious medical issue, who should I speak to about this?
Please contact Helen O’Brien (Admissions & Attendance Officer) to discuss this.
How do I organise school transport?
Please see transport information at the back of this booklet.
Where can I buy uniform from?
We have two uniform stockists, one in Oakham and one in Uppingham. Please see the uniform
information on the next few pages.
How can I pay for lunch on the induction days?
You will get a letter at the end of May/beginning of June with details of Wisepay (our online
payment service) which will enable you to pay online for lunch on induction day (and also pay for a
locker online). Alternatively, your child can bring a packed lunch if they would prefer.
How do you allocate tutor groups?
This is a complex task which relies on information received from the Primary Schools and
information received from the students themselves. UCC aims to ensure that each tutor group is
balanced in terms of boy/girl ratio and academic ability. We also try hard to ensure that each
student is with at least one of their friends from primary school although this cannot always be
possible.
Why is my child not in a tutor group with their best friend?
Whilst your child may be disappointed that they are not in a tutor group with their ‘best friend’ it
may be that their teacher has advised that those children do not work well together. It might also be
that the ‘best friend’ has not specified they want to be with your child. As difficult at this may be for
your child, we do find that students make friends quickly and will relish the opportunity to meet new
people.
Are there lockers at UCC?
We advise that all students hire a locker, for both the security of their possessions and also to avoid
having to carry all their belongings around the school. The cost is £10 per year and more details will
be sent out at the end of May/beginning of June.PREPARING YOUR CHILD FOR UCC
will be sent to you at the end of May/beginning of June.
It is a big change moving from primary to secondary school, for both children and parents. We have
listed below our top five hints and tips to ensure the whole family are ready for the transition.
1. Talk about the changes with your child well in advance
Ask your child what they are looking forward to, what they will miss about their old school and what
they are worried about. Then you will have plenty of time to talk through any issues.
2. Encourage independence
Is your child going to have to take a bus to school for the first time? Are they going to be walking to
school on their own? Try and ensure they are comfortable with this new independence in advance of
their first day of school. Are they able to walk to the local shop on their own? Walk to friends on
their own? All of these activities will help build your child’s confidence in advance.
3. Help your child become more responsible
Your child will have to organise him/herself far more than in primary school. They will have a two-
week timetable so they won’t necessarily always have PE on a Thursday, for example. Ensure that
during these last few months of primary school you encourage responsibility for their own
belongings and time: get them into the habit of packing their bag every evening ensuring they have
all the kit/books/homework they need for the next day. We actively discourage parents from
bringing in forgotten PE kit, books, pencil cases etc, try and encourage responsibility now to ensure
they are fully ready for UCC. If a student has forgotten their PE kit or homework they may face a
consequence at school, a behaviour point or detention. But we believe this builds resilience and
hopefully will encourage more organisation in the future.
4. Get your child ready to make new friends
Whilst your child might be in a form group with a handful of familiar faces, there will also be a lot
more people to get to know. This can be both daunting and exciting! Encourage them to make the
first move, smile and look people in the eye. Encourage them to join extra-curricular clubs as this can
be a great way to meet new people and make new friends.
5. Resilience, resilience, resilience
Your child will hear this word a lot during their time at UCC. The Year 7 team will focus on building
resilient students who are well prepared for the challenges ahead. Students need to understand that
things might not always go their way, or that things won’t always be easy and straightforward and
will be stressful at times. They also need to understand how to cope in these situations and this will
be a key focus. We will be encouraging students to develop their independence in dealing with
situations, as they arise, finding coping strategies, and discovering how they can use adults in a
supportive way without expecting adults to ‘fix it’ for them.
You can help them with this by:
Encouraging your child to talk to the adults in school and ask for help.
Encourage your child to find out what work they have missed, if they need to catch up on
anything, if they have been absent from school.
Allowing your child to make mistakes and to discuss with them what they learnt from
it/what they could do differently next time.
Helping your child to find strategies for improving a situation that hasn’t gone well.
Encouraging your child to ‘fix’ their own situations. For example, if they have forgotten their
PE kit, do not bring it in for them. Allow them to sort this out for themselves.UNIFORM
Resilience is a skill that is learned and we are positive and committed to teaching this, but for
it to be successful we need to work together with parents to develop it.
The wearing of uniform is considered to be part of the College as agreed by the governors and
parents are asked to ensure that all students are dressed appropriately in the prescribed
uniform.
BOYS’ UNIFORM
College Blazer Compulsory - only
available from uniform
suppliers
College Tie Compulsory - only
available from uniform
suppliers
Jumper Optional – only available Navy blue, v neck with UCC logo
from uniform suppliers
Trousers Black school trousers – traditional type (no
denim, cord or cotton, no outer pockets)
Shirts White cotton or poly cotton with collar
Socks Plain black
Belt Simple, black, plain buckle
Shoes/Boots Sensible black with black laces (no
trainers/pumps)
GIRLS’ UNIFORM
College Blazer Compulsory - only
available from uniform
suppliers
College Tie Optional - only available
from uniform suppliers
Jumper Optional – only available Navy blue, v neck with UCC logo
from uniform suppliers
Skirt Only available from Black:
uniform suppliers Minimum knee length
Maximum 6” below knee
(this is the only school skirt that is permitted)
Shirts White cotton or poly cotton with collar (formal
blouses only)
Trousers Black school trousers – traditional type (no
leggings, denim, cord or cotton, no outer pockets)
Belt Simple, black, plain buckle
Tights Either socks or tights Flesh, black or navy
Socks must be worn Plain white or black
Shoes Sensible, black school type shoes (no
heels/trainers/pumps)UNIFORM – PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Polo Top Compulsory - only
available from uniform
suppliers
Sports Top Optional – only Navy blue/pale blue with UCC logo
(long sleeve) available from uniform
suppliers
Socks (Short) Must be worn White
Socks Compulsory - only Light blue & navy
(Long) available from uniform
suppliers
Shorts Can be purchased from Plain, navy blue (no logos)
uniform supplier
Skort Can be purchased from Plain, navy blue (no logos)
uniform supplier
Sweatshirt Optional – only Navy blue with UCC logo
available from uniform
suppliers
Track Plain, navy blue (no logos)
Pants/Top
Shin Pads Must be worn during football
Gum Shields Must be worn during Rugby
Footwear Trainers for indoor/outdoor use (with light or
non-marking soles)
UNIFORM – GENERAL INFORMATION
Jewellery Two simple studs are permitted in each ear. No other body piercing. No
other jewellery is permitted for security and safety reasons except for one
ring at owner’s own risk (jewellery must be removed for PE).
Hair No extremes of fashion including length, colour, bleaching, stripes. (Tied
back when appropriate).
Make-up Subtle and natural looking make-up is permitted
Vests T-shirts worn under shirts should not be visible. Polo necks should not be
worn.
Coats Can be worn to school but must be removed before entering form rooms
at the start of the day. Coats should always be removed before entering a
classroom for learning.
Hoodies Should be removed before the start of the school day and must not be
worn until the end of the school day.UNIFORM PRICE LIST
Uniform Items
Navy Blue Blazer (girls and boys) 28” 30” 32” 34” 36” £34.50
With College logo (compulsory) 38” 40” 42” £37.00
Navy Blue Cotton Jumper Age 11/12 (30”) 13 (32”) Small (34”) £16.50
With College logo Med (36”) Large (40”) XL (44”) £19.00
College Tie £5.00
(Compulsory boys/optional girls)
College Skirt Waist 22” 24” 26” £23.00
(UCC specific only) 28” 30” 32” 34” 36” £25.00
Length 24” 26” 28” 30” 32”
PE Uniform
Polo Top XXS (28/30”) XS (31/32”) Small (32/34”) £10.00
With College logo (compulsory) Med (34/36”) Large (38/40”) XL (42/44”) £12.00
Sports Top (long sleeves) Chest 30/32” 34/36” £20.00
With College logo (optional) 38/40” 42/44” £21.00
Sweatshirt (long sleeves) Chest 26/28” 28/30” 30/32” 32/34” £13.00
With College logo (optional) 34/36” 38/40” 42/44” 46/48” £14.50
Football Socks Shoe Small 1-5½ £5.00
College colours (compulsory) Size Large 6-12 £5.50
Shorts Waist 24/26” 28/30” 32” 34” 36” £5.00
Navy – College standard
Skort Waist Age 9-10 (23/24”) XXS (24/26”) XS (26/28”) £15.00
Plain navy blue - College standard Small (28/30”) Med (30/32”) Large (32/34”) £16.00
Equipment (as recommended by the College) – Can be purchased on site during term time.
Shin Pads one Size £4.00 (Must be worn in football)
Gum Shield one Size £2.00 (Must be worn in rugby)
Casio Scientific Calculator £8.50
Oxford Maths Set £1.50
Pens/Felt Pens from £0.20
Pencils from £0.15
Pencil Case £1.00
Erasers/Pencil Sharpeners/Sundries from £0.20
These items are reasonably priced and are to the College standard. However, you are not obliged to
purchase them from us and stock levels may be affected by high demand
at the beginning of the academic year.
PRICES ARE CORRECT AT TIME OF PRINTING AND MAYBE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.UNIFORM STOCKISTS:
AUGUST 2021 INFORMATION
Available from:
Kids & More, Oakham
Uppingham School Shop, Uppingham
Available from Kids & More, Oakham
Facilities include: payment by cheque/cash and debit/credit cards
Facilities include: payment by cheque/cash and debit/credit cards
We strongly recommend that all uniform is purchased/ordered before the
We strongly recommendend ofthat
Julyall2021
uniform is purchased/ordered
to ensure delivery before end
July 2015 to ensure delivery
OR VISIT……………….
Kids & More Uppingham School Shop
9 Crown Walk 14 High Street West
Oakham Uppingham
Mon, Tues, Weds, Fri 9.30am-5.00pm Mon-Fri 10.00am-5.00pm
Sat 9.30am – 4.00pm Sat 10.45am – 2.45pm
(Closed Thursdays) (Open term time only)
01572 771775 01572 822211
Sallyanne67@live.co.uk cem@uppingham.co.ukTERM DATES 2021-22
College open Tuesday 31 August 2021
Term 1
College close Friday 15 October 2021
College open Monday 1 November 2021
Term 2
College close Friday 17 December 2021
College open Tuesday 4 January 2022
Term 3
College close Friday 11 February 2022
College open Monday 21 February 2022
Term 4
College close Friday 1 April 2022
College open Tuesday 19 April 2022
Term 5 Bank Holiday Monday 2 May 2022
College close Friday 27 May 2022
College open Monday 6 June 2022
Term 6
College close Friday 15 July 2022
Bank Holidays that fall within the College term are shown within the term they
occur.TRANSPORT – LOCAL AUTHORITY
Students may be entitled to free transport depending on your address and local
authority.
Please check with the relevant local authority FOR YOUR HOME ADDRESS:
Rutland 01572 720939
Leicestershire 0116 3050002
Northamptonshire 01604 364388
Uppingham Community College recommends that the most reliable form of
transport should be considered to ensure students’ punctuality and attendance at
all times.
TRANSPORT – PUBLIC/PRIVATE
UCC operates a number of bus services which are arranged on a 'not for profit basis' with
local bus company contracts, these are paid for services and the timings are specific to the
start and finish times of the College.
Students are not permitted to travel on these routes without registering for the services and
places are limited. The routes and timetables of the following services can be found on the
College website:
UCC 1: Kibworth
and surrounding area
Please contact UCC Finance Dept for payment details and timings. (01572) 823631
UCC 2: Houghton-on-the-Hill
and surrounding area
Please contact UCC Finance Dept for payment details and timings. (01572) 823631
UCC 3: Church Langton
and surrounding area
Please contact UCC Finance Dept for payment details and timings. (01572) 823631
UCC 4: Corby
and surrounding area
Please contact UCC Finance Dept for payment details and timings. (01572) 823631
Cont’d…..CORBY/OAKHAM – UCC – PUBLIC BUS - RF1 The contract is between RCC & Centrebus. Pay per day/monthly/weekly. Provides an excellent service but timings are not always ideal for the start and end of the College day. These timings could change without notice. Alternative arrangements should be in place. For more information contact: Centrebus (0116) 2987222 The responsibility of transport lies with parents should they choose to send their child to UCC. The Education Authority, the relevant bus company and the College are NOT responsible for providing transport to students who live out of free transport areas (as determined by the local authority). Any transport available cannot be guaranteed to continue in the future. We would recommend that you have plans in place should changes be made or transport does not run to ensure your child arrives and leaves College at the correct times every day.
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