Sandown Bay Academy Prospectus

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2015-16

SANDOWN BAY ACADEMY

Incredible opportunities

Our high aspirations, commitment to exciting teaching and learning opportunities and our
supportive ethos mean that students make excellent progress.
Our Academically Gifted and Talented Programme provides challenge and extension to
encourage students to excel.
We have a fantastic range of extra-curricular clubs including Debate, Sailing, Duke of
Edinburgh, Trampolining, Climbing, Global Rock, Badminton and Beginners Japanese.
We provide a strong house system enabling rewards, involvement, competition, team
work and leadership.
Our School Council ensures that students are very involved in making decisions at
Sandown Bay Academy.
Students progress to top Russell Group universities and employers.
We excel in Performing Arts.
We offer an extensive range of work experience and outreach opportunities.
We were awarded Leadership Academy status for our exceptional contribution to
leadership development in the community.
The Baylink Olympics in June 2015 was one of the largest student led events in the
Country with over 1000 local primary school students taking part in the exciting sporting
and cross curricular event.
Students explore the world with confidence and build cultural links through trips and
visits that are available to the whole school.
Our sports teams dominate both on the island and in Hampshire.

Welcome

Dear Parent

Here at Sandown Bay Academy, dedicated teachers and staff ensure learners who will cope with the
we take pride in the exceptional that students have the very best challenges of the 21st century with
care we provide for each and every support to succeed. Our pastoral confidence. We invest continually
student to achieve their very best. system is second to none and in our staff, curriculum and
We recognise that the welfare of the provides each student with a Form infrastructure to ensure that students
child is paramount and take seriously Tutor who supports their progress leave us with the skills to compete in
our responsibility to safeguard and and overall development. an increasingly competitive global
promote the welfare of the children Our School Council provides economy.
and young people in our care. numerous leadership opportunities Our campus is set amongst
Our strong tradition of academic for students through the important wonderful surroundings and we
excellence and sporting success, role it plays in both the strategic make the most of our environment
coupled with a firm belief in the and operational development of and space to create opportunities
importance of good character and the Academy, while our House for every student to thrive and
the development of confident, System provides fun, challenge and experience success and happiness.
well-rounded students, ensures a healthy competition. There are many I invite you to visit and take a tour
richly rewarding experience and opportunities for parents and families with one of our student ambassadors
an excellent preparation for further to become involved in the wider life to experience for yourself all that
education at university and beyond. of the Academy; we pride ourselves Sandown Bay Academy has to offer.
Our students have many varied on our warm and welcoming
interests, strengths and ambitions, community. Claire Charlemagne
and our mission, ‘To make our
best better’, ensures that they aim Sandown Bay is a progressive Principal
high and achieve their goals. Our Academy; we believe firmly in BA Hons, MSc, NPQH
developing inquisitive, articulate

Our Education vision as an AET Academy

“To enable the growth of world class citizens by helping students to achieve world class learning outcomes
through world class teachers in a world class community”.

As Sponsor of Sandown Bay Academy, we firmly believe that all young people deserve to become world class learners – to learn,
enjoy, succeed and thrive in a world class educational environment, which has the best facilities, the best teaching and the most up
to date resources available to them.
"Our ambition is to ensure that they have every opportunity available to fulfil their full potential, broaden their horizons and
become active, prosperous and successful citizens in the world around them."

Academies Enterprise Trust

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The care we provide for every child is driven by the words:

Safe Happy Progress which you will see around the Academy. Learning

to make safe choices, both within school and the wider world, is essential.
We make sure students know exactly how and who to approach to give them
support and encouragement as they grow up. We expect good attendance
and behaviour; we reward contribution.
Students are connected to a Tutor, to a Year group and to a House. Tutors,
House Leaders and Year Managers monitor the student’s progress and
engagement with school, and offer support as needed. Every student is given
opportunities to contribute and give their views, leading and supporting
other students. We want our students to feel confident and happy in their
learning and enjoy being part of the Sandown Bay Academy community.

We systematically identify the most able students in all areas and offer them
provision appropriate to their talents. Gifted students are encouraged to
aspire to achieve at the very top of their area of special ability. Those who
are gifted academically participate in events intended to help them make
the most of their talents. These have recently included a STEM (Science,
Technology, Engineering and Maths) competition to design a hovercraft, visits
to Southampton and Portsmouth Universities, and meetings with former
students who have gone on to study at Oxford. Among opportunities planned
for this year are producing a school magazine in a day, ongoing mentoring
by older and ex-students, and Higher Level Thinking Skills sessions. Students
who are specially talented in Sport are part of the High Performance Academy,
accessing specialist workshops, visits and support. At Key Stage Five, each
year we routinely send students to Russell Group Universities, Oxford and
Cambridge.

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At Sandown Bay Academy we believe that all young people deserve to become world class learners - to learn,
enjoy, succeed and thrive in a first rate educational environment, with the best facilities, the best teaching and
the most up to date resources available to them. We strive to provide a learning environment which challenges
and supports every student, encourages active participation and creates a real passion for learning. Our
ultimate aim is to ensure that our students leave us well prepared for both university and life, as happy and well
balanced members of both the local and international community. We aim for excellence and we encourage our
students to do their best in all their endeavours.

Key Stage 3

Our Key Stage Three programme provides a challenging The fundamental British values of;
range of subjects for students to develop their skills, democracy, the rule of law, freedom
knowledge and understanding within the framework of a and liberty, mutual respect for diversity
broad and balanced curriculum. The curriculum is based and tolerance of those with different
on the National Curriculum for England and the following faiths and beliefs is integrated within
subjects are studied: our assembly and tutor programme.
English It is reinforced within Core Religious
Mathematics Studies lessons. It is also very much
Science a focus within our whole school
Curriculum Focus Days.
These are known as 'core' subjects. Other subjects include:
Art
PE
Music
Design and Technology
Drama
French and/or Spanish
Geography
History
Religious Studies
Computing

As they progress through the school from Year 8 onwards,
students are increasingly taught in ability group sets.
Setting ensures that the teaching level and pace of work is
appropriate to students’ needs. Within each subject, detailed
schemes of work have been developed, which include a
variety of teaching approaches, including group work and
whole-class teaching.

During Key Stage 3, students receive a full programme of
advice and information on which to base their choice of
courses for Key Stage 4.

Citizenship is an integral part of the curriculum and is
followed by all students in years 7, 8 and 9. Students are
given plenty of opportunities to develop confidence and
transferable & leadership skills through this programme.

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Key Stage 4

Our Key Stage Four curriculum offers a broad range of subjects leading to GCSE and BTEC. It consists of a two-year
syllabus, culminating in a public examination at the end of Year 11. Students are expected to take nine subjects,
though in some cases a student may take fewer or more. A wide range of subjects at Key Stage 4 offers students
a balanced education while keeping future study and career choices open. Choices are made bearing in mind a
breadth of disciplines, possible career choices, aptitude and enjoyment.

All students study the following core GCSE subjects – English Language, English Literature, Maths, and Science. In
addition, students may select from a very wide range of ‘option’ courses. There is a very thorough guidance process
to help students select the most appropriate course. They also all receive four lessons of PE and a programme of
Religious Education. In Science there are a number of Science pathways, including the separate Science entries of
Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. There is an expectation that students will study either French, or Spanish at GCSE.

Currently, the KS4 options are:
GCSE History, GCSE Geography, GCSE Leisure and Tourism, GCSE Health & Social Care, BTEC Children’s Play Learning
and Development, BTEC Construction and the Built Environment, GCSE Geology, GCSE Computing, GCSE Design and
Technology, GCSE Resistant Materials, GCSE Textiles, GCSE Catering, NCFE Creative Craft, NCFE Graphic Design, GCSE Art
and Design, GCSE Photography, GCSE Drama, GCSE Music, BTEC Performing Arts (Acting), BTEC Performing Arts(Dance),
BTEC Creative Digital Media Production, GCSE Citizenship, GCSE French, GCSE Spanish, GCSE PE.

Setting

In most subjects students are set by
ability to ensure the most appropriate
level of challenge and support is
provided. Assessment information is
received from Primary Schools and
used to create sets. Students are moved
between sets during their time here.
Setting is reviewed in response to a
varied set of assessments.

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Sometimes in school we need longer ‘chunks’ of time to
teach learners skills or to focus on particular areas of their
learning. During each year, on carefully selected days,
we will ‘re-shape’ the regular timetable and re-direct all
students and staff onto year-based activities. These are
known as Curriculum Focus Days.
The principal aim of Curriculum Focus days is to allow the
opportunity for experiences and activities which don’t
necessarily fit into a one hour lesson - including study
visits, problem solving, confidence and team building
projects, workshops, careers advice, work experience,
additional study support sessions, performances and
guest speakers and presenters. Students may also have the
chance to develop specific skills and undertake additional
qualifications e. g. Sports Leadership.
These days not only allow groups of learners to focus
on different themes or skills for a longer period of time,
they also provide an ideal opportunity to deliver the
governments’ statutory curriculum requirements in RE,
Citizenship, Personal, Social and Health Education and
Careers information and Guidance in a more relevant
and integrated manner. A huge range of activities, guest
speakers, trips and targeted study sessions take place
including:
Accreditations in: Sports Leadership Level 1 and 2,
Football Leaders. First Aid at Work.
Theme Days: ‘World Culture Day,’ ‘Wonderstruck,’ ‘Healthy
Body, Healthy Mind Day,’ ‘Outdoor Learning Day,’
‘Head on’ Road Safety, ‘Newspaper Day,’ ‘Christmas Recycling
Challenge,’ ‘Politics Day,’ ‘British Citizenship Day,’
‘Crime Scene Investigation Day’.
Enrichment: Sports coaching, Tennis, Relaxation, Camp
Craft.
Trips to: Science Museum - London, Higher Education Fair
– Portsmouth, Kingsmead Activity Centre, University Opens
Days, Headhunters.
Information and Guidance: Options day for Year 9,
UCAS talks, Careers Fair, Careers workshops and interviews.

Sandown Bay Academy is committed to providing an inclusive education for all young people, regardless of
ability, gender, sexual orientation, language, ethnic or cultural origin. We work effectively with a wide variety
of agencies and individuals to focus on improving outcomes for all students with Special Educational Needs
or disabilities.

We are committed to:

· Raising the standards of attainment for all SEND students through a broad, balanced and relevant
curriculum that is differentiated to meet individual learning styles.
· Establishing robust systems which ensure all SEND students make excellent progress.
Creating a climate where all staff are aware that they are responsible for students with SEND and plan
their lessons accordingly.

The Academy has a SEND Co-ordinator, Mrs V Coughlin and a very experienced team of Learning Support
Assistants (LSAs) to support students designated as having SEND, be it a specific learning difficulty or
physical or sensory need. Support takes a variety of forms including one-to-one tuition, small group
interventions, specialised support groups and learning support assistants working in the classroom with
individual students and small groups. The support offered will depend upon the student’s needs, with our
main focus being to facilitate progress in their learning. We always aim to work collaboratively with students,
parent/carers and staff and are willing to speak to and meet parents/carers by appointment or at the monthly
SENDCo drop in sessions.
For more information contact [email protected].

The COVE; Autistic Spectrum Unit (ASRC)

The Academy has an Autistic Spectrum Unit which can cater for up to thirteen statemented pupils/pupils
with an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP). The unit is based on the main school site and the students
within it are supported by qualified, trained staff who work to integrate the students into the mainstream
curriculum. Admission arrangements to the unit are through a statementing panel.
For additional information on the COVE contact Jeanette Houghton, Cove Manager on
[email protected].

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Students are offered a wealth of opportunities at Sandown Bay Academy. There really
is something on offer for everyone. Everyone is encouraged to discover how great
their best can be; not just inside the classroom but outside too. Our staff have a vast
range of expertise and interests which enable them to offer an unrivalled variety of
opportunities.

Extra-curricular

There is a fantastic range of extra-curricular activities
which take place during lunch and after school. The
schedule is extensive and includes Duke of Edinburgh,
Chess, Debate, Drama, Athletics, Trampolining, sailing,
‘Dungeons and Dragons’, Beginners Japanese, Climbing,
to Global Rock to name but a few!
In addition, we have a strong team of peripatetic music
teachers who come into school to give individual
instrumental lessons during the school day and which
guide students towards exceptional concerts and
performing arts events.

Duke of
Edinburgh

Many students from years 9-13 are working on their
bronze, silver or gold Duke of Edinburgh Award. We
are particularly proud of the large number of students
who have committed to such a prestigious award. It
gives students’ skills, confidence and a view on life that
everyone is looking for, from employers to colleges and
universities. Four ex-students received their Gold Duke
of Edinburgh Awards at St James Palace in April; this is
an impressive achievement and represents a long term
commitment to undertaking gruelling expeditions and
extensive voluntary work under the guidance of our
committed staff and fellow students.

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Houses

Belonging to a House which mixes all year groups from Year 7 to 13 is a traditional valued feature of the school
and very often provides those unforgettable memories. Our students love being part of the house system; it
promotes healthy competition, team building and a strong sense of community and belonging. They enjoy the
weekly sporting competitions alongside other exciting activities such as Spelling-bee, Maths challenge and
Public Speaking.

Performing Arts

We excel in performing arts; our productions are awe-inspiring,
our Global Rock performances are amazing, our dance shows are
captivating and our musicians are excellent.
Sixth Form students were chosen to perform at The Bestival for
the fifth year running this September. Our incredibly talented
students won first place in six categories across the Isle of Wight
Music, Drama and Dance Festival earlier this year.
Sixth Form students have progressed to an impressive range
of university courses and destinations, including, Music at
Birmingham Conservatoire and Contemporary Dance at The
Scottish School of Contemporary Dance

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Trips

Students explore the world with confidence and
build cultural links through trips and visits that are
available to the whole school. Regular trips include an
activity week in Trewern Wales, Ski trips, a Geography
trip to Cornwall, an activity week on the Isle of
Arran, exchange visits to Spain and France as well as
numerous day trips to London and other cities. There
are also many day trips to universities.

Empowering
students

Our School Council actively ensures that students are
very involved in making decisions at Sandown Bay
Academy, within the last year they have been striving to
create the best learning environment both in and out of
the classroom. They have been working on five priority
areas; Protocols and Policies, Learning, Fundraising,
Students Support and Events and Opportunities.
Over 200 student leaders ensured that the Baylink
Olympics in June was a huge success with competitors
from nine partner schools. 1000 primary school
children had two amazing days, competing in events
and exploring the cultures of their Olympic nations.
This event was organised and led by students. One
of the largest student led events in the Country, it
encapsulates the energy and enthusiasm if so many
young people within the Olympic spirit.

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Sport

Sport at Sandown does not just encourage talented students to shine-
although when they do, they often do so on the national and international
stage with great success. It allows all students a chance to find new areas of
sporting interest from trampolining to archery, from rowing to climbing.
Our reputation for sport continues to have a special significance
to Sandown Bay and the island. The facilities and opportunities are
exceptional; from the track, the five a side Astroturf pitch and the climbing
wall, all across a site which includes large fields and spaces against the
attractive backdrop of Brading downs. The Sporting Curriculum will see
students running, walking and cycling to other local settings including the
beach, park and cycle paths.
The High Performance Academy is dedicated to developing our most gifted
and talented sports students. It recognises, supports and guides them
through inspirational workshops and close mentoring.
Sports Leaders UK recognised the exceptional contribution of Sandown
Bay Academy to leadership development and volunteer deployment in
the community and have made us a Leadership Academy. 58 students
completed the qualification last year and we were overwhelmed with
thanks from the local community for the events they ran such as the Baylink
Olympics and sports days, so successfully.

Here are just a few of the sporting highlights from last year:

• U14 boys’ football team – Isle of Wight league champions
• U15 boys’ football team - Isle of Wight league champions
• U16 boys’ football team - Isle of Wight league runners up
• U13 boys’ football team - Isle of Wight league runners up
• U12 girls’ indoor football team - Island 5-a-side winners
• U12 girls’ football team - 4th in the South of England indoor 5-a-side tournament.
• U14 & U15 girls’ football team – league champions & 6-a-side winners
• U12 & U13 girls’ football team – league runners up & 6-a-side runners up
• U16 and U19 girls’ football team – 6-a-side runners up
• U12 boys’ rugby team - won every group game at the Hampshire Rugby Festival.
• U12 girls’ rugby team – runners up in the IOW touch rugby festival
• U15 girls’ cricket team– County champions
• U13 girls’ cricket team – league runners up
• U15 girls’ cricket team – Island indoor champions for the second year in a row
• U15 boys’ cricket team – winners of the ‘Danny Briggs’ trophy
• U14 boys’ cricket team – finalists of the ‘David Griffiths’ cup
• U13 boys’ cricket team – finalists in the U13 cricket cup
• U12 boys’ cricket team - indoor cricket runners up
• U15 girls’ netball team – island runners up
• Overall winners of Island Indoor Rowing Championships
• 26 students through to represent Isle of Wight at the Hampshire athletics championships.

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We strive to get as many students as possible to take part in work experience and to make the most of the
many outreach opportunities available to them. We want our students to be aspirational; we want them to
see a variety of jobs and careers, we regularly take them on trips to universities and set their sights high for
the future.
In 2014-15, we placed over 250 students on work experience. We were fortunate to have the support of
placements such as Monroes Hair salon, Pets at Home, Wiltons Garage, Honnor & Jeffrey Garden Centre,
Ocean View Hotel, Pascall, GKN, BAE and Gurit to name a few. We have had huge support on many occasions
from Platform One, Newchurch Primary, St Blasius, The Bay, Gatten & Lake and Bembridge Primary Schools.
We have also built strong links with Red Funnel, Steve Porter Transport, Unity Motors and the Chamber
of Commerce. We have been overwhelmed by the support, advice and enthusiasm shown by so many
businesses and individuals.
Last year we organised student visits to Portsmouth University and the University of Southampton. All Year
12 students have the opportunity to visit universities. Overall, we took over 200 students to visit universities;
this included STEM (Science, Technology, Maths, Engineering and Maths), Languages, Psychology,
Humanities and English. We have also supported teams linked with the ‘Hover project’, ‘My School is an Island’
(Engineering Development Trust) and the Sixth Form Engineering challenge (EDT & GKN).
Independent Advice and Guidance is provided by Choices, the service organised by the Isle of Wight Council.
Advisers come to Sandown and discuss students’ progression onto careers. All Year 11 students have an
individual interview with appropriate follow up. Within Sandown Mrs Adams organises careers information
and work experience. The PSHE programme delivered in Tutor time and on Curriculum Focus Days includes
aspects of planning for progression.

Sandown Bay Academy’s Torch Transition Programme ensures that students visit the Academy on many occasions
during Year 6 so that they are confident and fully prepared when they start in Year 7. The process starts in
the Autumn Term when students visit the Academy for workshops in Music, Maths, Science, Computing and
Technology. In March each Year 6 student is given a pen pal buddy in Year 7; their buddy writes to them and gives
them a tour of the academy on their transition day visit in June.
Throughout the summer term there are lots of additional chances for them to visit and get tasters of the wealth
of opportunities that are on offer at Sandown Bay Academy. On top of their two induction days in July, they take
part in a number of specialist days such as Performing Arts workshops, Languages workshops and a Sports Talent
Development Camp. They also take part in the two day spectacular event ‘The Baylink Olympics’ with over 1200
local primary school students.
Year 6 students also complete a transition project in English, Maths, Science or Geography, with the support of
Sandown Bay Academy teachers.
In August, students are invited to take part in Summer School. This year, activities included fossil hunting, climbing,
orienteering, beach games, water sports at Wight Waters, kite flying, pond dipping and cooking. Students also
visited Robin Hill and took an open top bus ride of the Isle of Wight. Alongside these thrilling activities they also
undertook lessons in art and poetry. As well as being a great deal of the fun, the activities are carefully designed to
develop students’ skills in literacy, numeracy, oracy and to build their confidence before starting secondary school.

“Meeting the Year 6 students numerous times throughout the year, through activities and events,
enables us to really get to know the year group. Their confidence and enthusiasm to be a member of

Sandown Bay Academy grows throughout the year.”
Jane Chase, Transition Manager

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Student Leadership Key Stage 5

Baylink Olympics Sixth Form students start studying for AS levels and
School Council vocational qualifications at Key Stage 5. During
Sports Leadership Year 12 they attend Higher Education and Careers/
Apprenticeship Fairs and are given extensive
Trips and Visits advice about their progression.
In their second year of Sixth Form; students study
Spanish and French Exchanges, for A Levels; external exams begin in May. With
Ski trip, Berlin, Trewern, Arran, extensive support and guidance students apply to
Cornwall, Theatre trips, London, UCAS for University places. SBA students graduate
Iceland and more. to a wide range of university destinations in the UK
and around the world.
Extra- Curricular
Key Stage 4
Clubs
Enrichment Key Stage 4 is the start of GCSE Options. At the end of
Duke of Edinburgh their first year of studying options courses there is a
Sports graduation process to prepare students for the following
High Performance Academy year.
Inter House In the final year of Key Stage 4 students will be given
guidance and support on post-16 progression. Revision
Work Experience and and support sessions will take place after school and
Outreach during the holidays.
External exams start in May.
University trips for all year groups
Links with island and mainland. Key Stage 3
businesses to provide students
with work experience. Students become more responsible and independent,
Full time Carees, Outreach and they make new friends, settle in and adjust to the
Work Experience Officer. transition. They become happy and confident.
Students begin to recognise their strengths in specific
Performing Arts subjects.
As they approach the end of Key Stage 3, it is time to
Global Rock choose options. Students and parents will receive lots of
Whole School Productions guidance and information to ensure that subjects picked
Bestival Performances and the progression route is right for each individual.

Year 6 (End of Key Stage 2)

‘Torch Transition Programme’
Students visit the Academy on many occasions during Year 6 so that they are confident
and fully prepared when they start in Year 7.

Strong results . . . impressive destinations

Our Sixth Form students achieve excellent results over a wide range of subjects. The innovative collaboration
between Sandown Bay Academy and our sister academy at Ryde, means that we are able to offer students the most
comprehensive range of AS levels, A levels and vocational qualifications on the island.
Here are just a few of the students who left SBA Sixth Form in 2014 or 2015 with their excellent results and exciting
destinations.

Dylan Boyd Jorja Follina
Maths – A* Further Maths – A* Dance – Double Distinction *
Physics – A* Music – A* Art & Design – B

DUnyliavnerissitsytudying Physics at Oxford Jorja is studying Contemporary Dance
Performance at Scottish School of Contemporary

Lewis Coulter Will Ford
Maths – A* Chemistry – A* History - A Sociology - B
Biology – A English Literature - A, EPQ - A

Lewis is studying Chemical Engineering at Will is studying History at
Birmingham University Royal Holloway University

Matt Taylor Lauren Sparrow
BTEC Sports Studies – Law - A Sociology – A
Distinction * Business Studies – B

Matt is studying Sports and Exercise at Lauren is studying Law at
Birmingham University Surrey University

Michael Jepson Edie Swain
Creative Media Production – Distinction Biology – A* Chemistry - A*
Art Management – Distinction Maths – A* EPQ – A*

Michael is studying Media Production at Edie is studying Medicine at
Lincoln University Nottingham University

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At Sandown Bay Academy we are committed to preparing our students for a digital world. We bring
the world to the classroom by participating in the global community, providing opportunities for real-
world problem solving. We promote the use of technology to provide access to anywhere, anytime
learning that extends beyond the boundaries of the traditional classroom and time constraints. We
empower faculty and staff in developing professional learning communities as they embrace new
technologies and digital spaces.
Sandown Bay Academy maximises teaching and learning by enabling access to technology for all teachers
and students. Staff and students benefit from wireless connectivity from virtually anywhere on the school
grounds. The Academy has a standardised set of technology tools, hardware and software that promotes
student achievement, fosters best practises in teaching and learning, and facilitates cost-effective
professional development and technical support. Teachers and students have access to technology tools
to support their needs both during and after school. Each teacher has access to a laptop or tablet device, a
networked printer and a SMART Board or TV for projection. We have recently invested in 2 new Computing
suites to extend the opportunities for students to engage with technology. Computer Science is taught as
an integrated element of the curriculum throughout Key Stages 3 and 4

E-safety

Students learn Internet safety via the digital citizenship programme, which includes age-appropriate
discussions of online behaviour, cyberbullying and respectful use of online tools. Students use technology
to organise their work, write essays and take notes, conduct research, create multimedia presentations,
write reports, and communicate via email. All students are issued with a Sandown Bay Academy email
account. All homework is posted via an online system (Show My Homework) through which students and
parents can access worksheets and check submission status. The E-safety Policy outlines clear guidelines
for maintaining privacy, confidentiality and security in the digital world.

We believe that students have the best chance of success if a strong three-way partnership exists between
the school, the parents and the student. At the start of the academic year we hold Parent Partnership
meetings to set out the year ahead so parents understand how they can work with the Academy to best
support their child. Parents will meet their child’s teachers at Parents’ Evening and email communication
with tutors and teachers is encouraged. Parents are kept informed through letters, a fortnightly newsletter,
weekly Principal’s Blog, our website, students planners, texting and email.
Parental voice is very important to us; our Parent Forum meet once every half term, working in partnership
with the Academy. The remit of the group is to identify and represent the views of parents and carers on
the education we provide and other matters affecting the education and welfare of the students. Recently
the group have ensured that the reporting system is clearer, and discussions about homework brought
about the introduction of ‘Show my Homework.’

“Communication has been excellent and most informative which has made us very
satisfied parents.”

“My son enjoys his new environment, his teachers and his new friends immensely.
He is very happy indeed.”

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“SBA is amazing; I have definitely made the right choice.
There are lots of opportunities. I think I am going to thrive at

this school and achieve lots.”
Madelaine, 7YDSF

“It’s awesome.” “I think it is a great school, it is extremely enjoyable as well as safe. My
Laura, 7GSSE favourite thing so far has been the sport, I also love Science lessons because
“The teachers are so nice. I am
very happy here and I think my of the practicals.”
abilities will grow.” George, 7GSSE

Amelia, 7GSSE “SBA is phenomenal.”
Sherry, 7YDSE

Our first few weeks
at SBA

“SBA is the best school ever, it’s fantastic and the “History and Geography lessons are really fun and we
teachers are fabulous and fair. I have made more friends learn so much. I love being rewarded with Vivos for
good work! “
than I ever thought I would.” Coutney, 7GSSE
Shahla-Rose, 7BJMP

“I’ve loved the after school clubs. I “I’m really enjoying debate club and I’m
feel very safe and happy and SBA taking part in the school production ‘The
has helped me become more and
Sound of Music.”
more confident.” Megan, 7GSSE
Piran, 7GSSE “I love the sport, there is a massive variety to

choose from.”
Nico, 7BJMP

“I’ve done several clubs, everyone has amazing
opportunities. I’m really looking forward to my

future at SBA.”
Megan, 7BJMP

“I love the exciting experiments in Science and I’ve
made lots of new friends.”
Harrison, 7RTDE

“I love the lessons such as PE, Maths and “Maths is my favourite lesson and I really enjoy PE on the
English, they are out of this world.” climbing wall. It’s great being part of red house; I can’t wait
Corey, 7BJMP
to do more Interhouse competitions.”
Lewis, 7RJSE

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Sandown Bay Academy
The Fairway
Sandown
Isle of Wight
PO36 9JH
Telephone 01983 402142
Fax 01983 404948
Email [email protected]
www.sandownbayacademy.org

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