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achievements as well as an holistic approach to the development of character The school’s tutorial

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programme enables students to develop study skills,

social responsibility and an awareness of their place

in the community, both within school, in church

and beyond. Students participate in all areas of school

life, from leading briefings and assemblies, to running

the School Council.

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Oversubscription criteria

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If there are more applications than the number of places available, places will be offered according to the following order of priority:

1. children who are looked after or have been looked after by a local authority in accordance with Section 22 of the Children Act 1989

2. children for whom it is essential to be admitted to this school because of special circumstances to do with significant medical or social needs evidenced by written professional advice from a doctor, social worker or other health professional, explaining why these needs can realistically only be met by St Andrew the Apostle

3. children who, on the date of admission, will have a sibling on the roll of the school. Sibling means a full, step, half, adopted or fostered brother or sister, but not cousin, who will be living permanently with them at the same address at the date of their entry to the school; the school may require proof of relationship 4. this is a designated Greek Orthodox

School and if oversubscribed, up to 50% of the places available after the application of 1, 2 and 3 above, will be based on a ‘faith’ criterion; Faith Criterion

A supplementary information form will be completed by applicants under this criterion and will be certified by their priest confirming baptism certificate and regular attendance at a Greek Orthodox Church.

Wider Faith Criterion

The faith criterion is based on regular Church attendance at a Church which is recognised by Churches Together in Britain and Ireland. A supplementary information form is available for applications under this criterion.

Facilities/Extra curricular activities

We are located on the North London Business Park in a modern building which provides bright, well-equipped classrooms, specialist science laboratories and excellent IT facilities. A newly built school on the same site will be the school’s permanent home. A wide range of after-school enrichment activities is provided, particularly focused on sports and music, but also including curriculum linked activities such as Art, Science, Computing, Dance and Drama. We provide the opportunity for all students to learn and practise a musical instrument. We encourage all students to view these clubs as an important part of the school day.

You and your child’s progress

We support all students to achieve their potential both academically and as creative, caring and responsible future adults. Our curriculum is broad and balanced and meets the needs of the full range of our students, developing them intellectually, socially, culturally, spiritually and morally. There is a clear focus in every subject throughout the school on setting challenging academic targets. We work in partnership with parents to support every student in making exceptional progress

Curriculum and homework

When this school was set up last year, our expert sponsor The Russell Education Trust (RET) worked closely with the Headteacher and the Classical Education Trust to develop the school’s curriculum. RET has a particular reputation for its expertise in English, maths and science. We intend to gain a nationally recognised reputation for examination and university entrance success in Classics, Greek and Latin as well as maths, science and languages. It should be noted that Greek is not a compulsory subject.

Underpinned by our Christian values, we offer an expertly-delivered, high quality ‘traditional but current’ curriculum, drawing on best practice from independent and state schools nationally. This curriculum is designed to meet the needs of students of all abilities and classes are grouped according to ability in most subjects. Homework is set in all subjects and is an integral part of our learning process .Homework is set in all subjects and is an integral part of our learning process

Teaching and learning

The quality of teaching and learning is the foundation of an outstanding school. Our teachers are very well- qualified and are selected by the Headteacher and by RET’s inspectors on the basis of their track record and excellence in classroom teaching. All teachers are members of their RET subject network which disseminates best practice across our five schools nationally.

We also employ specialist instructors and coaches for some sports and clubs and some language assistants.

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Open evening

Tuesday 9 September 2014 from 6pm

Admission limit

180

Age range

11 – 18

Students on roll

1100

Number of applications

for entry to Year 7 in 2014

494

www.st-james.barnet.sch.uk

DFE code 302 5407

St James’ Catholic High School

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