Questions answered by Miss H Tetlaw, Head Teacher St Sampson's School

• Are we going to have SMT detentions and late detentions?
  
  There will be a similar punishment system – punctuality is a very important aspect. The School Behaviour Policy is to be written – the earlier opening of the School in September 2008 means there is only a short time now to finalise this – A joint meeting with a senior member of staff from St. Peter Port (Mr. Cosnett), Oakvale and St. Sampson’s will take place.

• Are we going to have the same punishments at our new school as we did at St. Peter Port?

A similar punishment system.

• Will we be able to leave the school at lunch?

  
  Likely, but as there is a very busy road network in the area the recommendation will be for everyone to stay on site unless they have parental permission to leave – to be confirmed.

• What is going to happen to all the stuff in the School – e.g. Art and Science?
  

Appropriate Year 9 artwork can be put on display (an excellent idea suggested by Leroi).

• What is going to happen to all the school equipment e.g. books, computers, work around the school etc?

Decisions are yet to be made regarding the movement of equipment – a complicated process and no clarity yet – must make use of suitable books/equipment due to budget restraints - ongoing discussion.
Mr. Northrop asked whether the new school will have all new items.
Miss. Tetlaw replied that all the basic equipment would be new but other transferable serviceable items would be utilised (Smartboards and Computers will be moved from the existing school to the new school).

• Do we have lockers at our new school?

Lockers for everyone are being built into the alcoves along the corridors and will make for better security – they will be able to fit a large motor cycle helmet – there will be a deposit to pay for the keys.

• The new school is meant to be so big, why can’t we all go to it?

The new school will take a maximum of 720 pupils with La Mare De Carteret and Les Beaucamps being slightly smaller (600’ish pupils) – all three schools will be able to offer a variety of subjects and are still small enough to become a community – a better option than being too large.

• What shoes can we wear?

Black (no trainers), no stiletto heels or other shoes that could be dangerous.
Black pumps are handed out to those who have forgotten their shoes.
Medical notes are required for those not in shoes.

• How long are skirts?

A sensible length but not long and flowing – trousers are mainly worn.
Letters are to be sent out to Year 9 parents re the September start with a summary of the uniform.
KS3 pupils will wear White polo shirts, black sweatshirt with new logo, black trousers, black shoes.
KS4 pupils will wear Cerise polo shirts, black sweatshirt with new logo, black trousers, black shoes. A 3-year cycle will be in place before the colour of the polo shirts change.
PE kit has only just been decided: Black polo tops with a new logo, black shorts, black socks.
No tailored shorts or culottes to be worn as part of the uniform.
Various suppliers are: Sarsew, Ego Motifs, Shoestring, Central Sports, Fletchers and Industrial and Leisure.
Parents will have time to buy the new uniform so pupils may wear their existing uniforms during the next year.
Coats will be non uniform but will not be allowed to be worn around the School.
Year 8 parents will also be receiving a letter of information.

• What is going to happen to student’s work? Are they going to take it home?

Year 9 pupils entering Year 10 will have new courses – some subjects may want reference – Teachers should liaise and advise.
Mr. Northrop stated that some subjects, Science in particular, started a new years’ work at the end of the previous year so perhaps some of this work would be relevant.
Jarrod asked what might happen to all the displays in the corridors at this school.
Miss. Tetlaw replied that usually there are new displays each year – but maybe some outstanding pieces of work would be appropriate to go on display in the new school.
It would be nice to have a mix of photographs/newspaper articles on display in the new school from each of the 3 schools ( St. Peter Port, Oakvale and St. Sampson’s).

• How many classrooms are there in the new school?

Lots – total unknown.
English, Maths and Science have 6 rooms each – Art has 2 rooms.
The sports facilities are outstanding – there is a large sports hall (the size of 4 badminton courts) and a separate gym/dance studio/exam room – a climbing wall – a 6-lane swimming pool – 2 football pitches outside – play area for netball etc. – an astroturf pitch (for hockey). There will be lots of community use of these facilities.
There is a covered courtyard area (ETFA).
A separate dining room.

• I had support at St. Peter Port School, will I have support in your school?

Where the need is identified and supply support is available.

• Can some of our artwork be put on display in the school?

Mr. Sweeney and the Head of Department at St. Sampson’s to decide what to transfer and where to put it.

• Will there be a one-way system in the school?

No decision yet – maybe in certain areas.

• Will we get all the same subjects as in St. Peter Port School?

Most subjects will be the same.

• What colour swimwear will be required?

A black swimming costume for girls / black swimming trunks for boys.

• Will we have activities week and trips?

Yes, at the end of the Summer Term – there will be lots of opportunities.

• Will there be much homework?

Yes - in KS4 it helps for better achievement, but there should be a balance with other interests.

• Is there a recording studio and what will it be used for?

Could be for individual and groups – there are 2 music rooms.