Whole School Letter July 2009

Ref: DJH/MEE

15 July 2009

Dear Parent/Carer

I would like to thank all our parents and carers for their support and commitment to the College. This year, once again, has been highly successful and we anxiously await the examination results for our Sixth Form and Year 11 students. Many new developments are currently taking place on site to further improve our excellent facilities. I will write to you at the start of the new academic year to inform you of these developments and the examination outcomes.

Student Uniform

Once again we would like to thank all parents for their assistance in ensuring that our students are extremely well presented in their uniform. We often have positive comments from the business and local community regarding the high standards of our students' dress. This stands them in very good stead when they move on to employment or further education.

Uniform Sales

The College is now open every Tuesday from 3:15 pm to 4 pm for the purchase of College uniform during term time and during holidays. Blazers, ties and scarves can also be purchased from Uniform Direct.

Labelling of Uniform

Would parents ensure that all items of clothing and footwear are clearly labelled with your son's/daughter's name. This helps students find lost items and significantly reduces unclaimed clothing in lost property.

Upper School Uniform

Students can continue to wear Lower School uniform but, once they move into Upper School when a new blazer is required, they must purchase an Upper School blazer and tie/scarf (as stated on page 16 of the Student Planner).

Bicycles

If your son/daughter brings a bicycle into College, please ensure that it is locked when left in the bicycle compound. The police have stated that the most secure lock is a 'D' lock.

Procedure for taking medication at College

If a student has to take medication whilst at College, parents must complete a consent form and the medication should be left in the medical room. Students must then go to the medical room to receive their medication. Students must not carry medication around the College.

Student Leave of Absence

Below is a table giving the months that are timetabled for GCSE examinations. We are yet to be notified of dates by the Exams Boards so please do not apply for leave of absence during these months. Students will be preparing and taking the exams during this time.

Exam
Session		 Year 9 Year 10 Year 11
November

 

 Maths Maths
English Languages
January/Febuary   Science Science
French/Spanish Coursework
March Performing Arts Maths
Performing Arts		 Maths
Music
Art practical exam
May/June Maths
RE
Buisness		 Maths
Science
Buisness
Enterprise &Employability
RE
Technology
Textiles		 Maths
English Literature
English Languages
Preparation for Working Life
RE
Buisness
French/Spanish
Geography
History
Technology/Textiles
Science

College buses

Any student who travels to College on a bus and wishes to apply for a Statutory Bus Pass from either North East Lincs Council or Lincolnshire Council can now pick up their application form from the student office.  These forms need to be completed and sent to the relevant council who will process the passes. Do not return your application forms to the College.

Students concerned have already been informed via letter that the concessionary bus pass is not available from September 2009 and the 103 and 104 buses have been withdrawn next year. If students have any concerns they should speak to Mr Groak at the College.

Please note that the Millman's bus that comes from Beelsby, Brigsley, Ashby-cum-Fenby and Barnoldby le Beck is pass only and that students must apply for their passes for this bus as well, before the end of term. If there is any doubt that the student is entitled to a bus pass they should see Mr Groak.

College Year 2009-2010

The first day back for students is Tuesday 1 September 2009. Please find enclosed term-dates for 2009-2010.

NB: All term dates can be viewed on the College website.

A fully detailed College Calendar with all College events will follow in September.

Vacancies

The College currently has vacancies for:

  • 2 Child Support Assistants
  • 1 Science Technician
  • 1 Midday Supervisor

Please visit our website for details of the vacancies or contact Personnel Section on 01472 502297.

Please sign your child's planner on the College/Home Communications, page 46, to indicate that you have received this letter

Yours sincerely

Mr D J Hampson, OBE
Principal & Chief Executive

Enc:

NEW VERSION
TOLLBAR COLLEGE YEAR PATTERN

2009-2010

STUDENTS

Term Open Close Number Of Days
1

2009
Tuesday 1st September

 Thursday 15th October 33
2 Monday 2nd November Monday 21st December 36
3

2010
Monday 4th January

 Friday 12th February 30
4 Monday 22nd February Thursday 1st April 29
5 Monday 19th April Friday 28th May 29

BANK HOLIDAY
3rd May

      

BANK HOLIDAY
31st May

      
6

2010
Monday 7th June

 Wednesday 21st July 190

INSET DAYS:

2009
Friday 16 October
Tuesday 22 December

2010
Wednesday 14 April
Thursday 15 April
Friday 16 April

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