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PARENT HANDBOOK2014 - 2015
Welcome
This handbook is designed to bring together the vital administrative information and aims to give you some useful detail to help you and your children settle happily and successfully into life at cranleigh.
mission sTaTemenTcranleigh abu Dhabi seeks to provide a truly transforming experience in which intellectual, artistic, sporting, spiritual and social development is at the heart. cranleighans and their parents join in a caring community that recognizes and nurtures the innate ability of every child. The school aims to produce grounded young men and women capable of tackling life’s challenges with confidence, determination and courage.
cranleigh school abu DhabiPo Box 126 888abu Dhabi, UaeTel: 02 497 0000
contacting cranleigh abu Dhabiall day to day contact with the school regarding pupils should be via the Tutors and class Teachers who will direct your query to the appropriate staff member as necessary.
a copy of this handbook can be found on the school’s website at www.cranleigh.ae and on the Parent Portal/contacting cranleigh abu Dhabi.
cRanleiGH aBU DHaBi GoVeRnoRs
ali al Hammadi (chairman) ceo of TDic
sultan al mahmood executive Director, strategic Performance, TDic
mohamad al Hajeri executive Director, Human Resources, abu Dhabi investment authority
Dr alfred Bloom Vice chancellor, new York University abu Dhabi
sam Watkinson cranleigh UK Governor and old cranleighan
michael Wilson Headmaster, cranleigh Preparatory school
Revd. Dr. Timothy seller cranleigh UK Governor
Peter abraam executive Director strategic Planning, Royal Group
Brendan law Director of education, TDic & Headmaster cranleigh abu Dhabi
Headmaster Brendan [email protected] make and appointment with the Headmaster, please contact his Pa:Judith Jordan 02 497 [email protected]
BursarWalter [email protected] make an appointment with the Bursar, please contact his assistant:Jancy Korah 02 497 [email protected]
Head of Admissions & MarketingVeronica [email protected] 497 0111
Medical Centreschool nurse male maccabeus [email protected] 497 0199
School Nurse Female Renor Villamil [email protected] 02 497 0199
Main Reception: 02 497 [email protected]
General enquiries: 02 497 0000 / 0102 / 0103 / [email protected]
Absence: 02 497 [email protected]
Bursary Accountant:Pauline marribay02 497 [email protected]
Admissions: 02 497 [email protected]
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senior management Team
Headmaster Brendan law [email protected]
Deputy Head (academic) matthew Ford [email protected]
Head of Junior school abi Fishbourne [email protected]
Head of Pre-Prep Tania moonesinghe [email protected]
Deputy Head (Pastoral) Junior and middle schools
simon Kenworthy [email protected]
Director of studies (Junior school) and cultural Development
stephen Deady [email protected]
Bursar Walter alonso [email protected]
Head of admissions and marketing Veronica evans [email protected]
support staff
Pa - Headmaster Judith Jordan [email protected]
Pa - Junior & Pre-Prep Heads sylvia sagar [email protected]
school secretary Harriet Baker [email protected]
accountant Pauline maribbay [email protected]
Administration Officer melinda Prinsloo [email protected]
school nurse-male maccabeus caberoy [email protected]
school nurse – Female Renor Villamil Valera [email protected]
arabic secretary lamis shalan [email protected]
Admissions Officer Zaid al amri [email protected]
Admissions Officer Phoebe Roberts [email protected]
Performing arts administrator susan Hamilton [email protected]
iT manager John carney [email protected]
iT Technician Romit Poladiya [email protected]
HR manager melissa Black [email protected]
HR administrator Romalyn Palmera [email protected]
Facilities manager Russell Venter [email protected]
Education Officer Jancy Korah [email protected]
librarian Tracy crisp [email protected]
art & Design Technician craig nicol [email protected]
science Technician Priyanka miranda [email protected]
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Pre-Prep Teachers
Fs1 (Head of early Years) emma John [email protected]
Fs1 Teacher Deborah Gillam [email protected]
Fs1 Teacher amanda els [email protected]
Fs1 Teacher Katrina scott [email protected]
Fs1 Teacher liezl Venter [email protected]
Fs2 Deputy Head co-curricular (Pre-Prep) adam Tesdale [email protected]
Fs2 Teacher louella Williams [email protected]
Fs2 Teacher sophie lappin [email protected]
Fs2 Teacher sheena Peripoli [email protected]
Fs2 Teacher marion Beukes [email protected]
Year 1 Teacher samantha Brusse [email protected]
Year 1 Teacher Katrina sewell [email protected]
Year 1 Teacher sinead Kelleher [email protected]
Year 1 Teacher Kimberley Bell [email protected]
Year 1 Teacher Jean lugg [email protected]
Year 2 Deputy Head (Pre-Prep) nancy mcmanus [email protected]
Year 2 Teacher Robyn cullen [email protected]
Year 2 Teacher Kerry nicholson [email protected]
Year 2 Head of Key stage 1 claire mcGrory [email protected]
Junior and senior Teachers
Year 3 Teacher Gail Timmis [email protected]
Year 3 Teacher Graeme Kinkead [email protected]
Year 3 Teacher (plus learning support) Tara-lyn Gibson [email protected]
Year 3 Teacher laura martin [email protected]
Year 4 smT (Head of Years 3 & 4) Helen Board [email protected]
Year 4 Teacher Geraldine Palmer [email protected]
Year 4 Teacher (plus smT) stephen Deady [email protected]
Year 4 Teacher Riaan Visser [email protected]
senco Hayley milne [email protected]
Head of eal amanda maxwell [email protected]
Head of english anna mcGarry [email protected]
english Teacher Helen asher [email protected]
english (Head of Years 5 & 6) Rachael Tinkler [email protected]
Head of mathematics Richard Henwood [email protected]
mathematics Teacher (plus smT) simon Kenworthy [email protected]
mathematics Teacher siobhan Bee [email protected]
science Teacher Jessica Taylor [email protected]
science Teacher Thomas shorrock [email protected]
Head of Humanities Morgan Whitfield [email protected]
Head of Drama Joanne lee [email protected]
Head of mFl Helen currie [email protected]
Humanities & French Teacher neil Hudson [email protected]
Junior school icT co-ordinator/Key stage Teacher
Joanne Bailey-Black [email protected]
Head of art simon Johnson [email protected]
Head of Design & Technology Khan Brewer [email protected]
Director of sport (Pe Teacher) alan Bond [email protected]
Teacher of Pe & Games laura Rigon [email protected]
Teacher of Pe & Games suzanne Gardner [email protected]
Director of co-curricular activities (Pe Teacher)
shaun Gillam [email protected]
arabic Teacher siham afaneh [email protected]
arabic Teacher asma Zabin [email protected]
arabic Teacher nahed Tuffaha [email protected]
arabic Teacher sana el oun [email protected]
islamic studies Teacher noor Jihan [email protected]
islamic studies Teacher mai abdullah [email protected]
Head of Dance natassja Williams [email protected]
music Teacher Wendy Doubell [email protected]
music Teacher adrian lane [email protected]
music Teacher claire Ryan [email protected]
music Teacher David Gibson [email protected]
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a-ZTeaching assistants
Teaching assistant Fs1 leola agua [email protected]
Teaching assistant Fs1 merly macandog [email protected]
Teaching assistant Fs1 olive Francisco [email protected]
Teaching assistant Fs1 emilia cross [email protected]
Teaching assistant Fs1 Jeannie Diesto [email protected]
Teaching assistant Fs2 shazia Khan [email protected]
Teaching assistant Fs2 christa scholtz [email protected]
Teaching assistant Fs2 Dea Kelly [email protected]
Teaching assistant Fs2 Beverley Wilkins [email protected]
Teaching assistant Fs2 Felina Georfo [email protected]
Teaching assistant Year 1 alicia Hermosilla [email protected]
Teaching assistant Year 1 marites coronel [email protected]
Teaching assistant Year 1 Tatia chkheidze [email protected]
Teaching assistant Year 1 louise du Plessis [email protected]
Teaching assistant Year 1 monica Velli [email protected]
Teaching assistant Year 2 sarah smith [email protected]
Teaching assistant Year 2 milly larmer [email protected]
Teaching assistant Year 2 Holly Brewer [email protected]
Teaching assistant Year 2 Hanan abu-Quttrieha [email protected]
Teaching assistant Year 3 anna Winston [email protected]
Teaching assistant Year 3 annalene naudé [email protected]
Teaching assistant Year 3 Karen o’Gara [email protected]
Teaching assistant Year 3 arceli Domingo [email protected]
Teaching assistant Year 4 Julian John (lead Ta) [email protected]
Teaching assistant Year 4 arceli Domingo [email protected]
Teaching assistant Year 4 Heather scott [email protected]
Teaching assistant sen Kate lane [email protected]
Teaching assistant sen sahar sozan [email protected]
Teaching assistant eal lily Tesdale [email protected]
Teaching assistant eal monica Guelas [email protected]
Teaching assistant eal isabel Blanco [email protected]
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aRRiVal Time:Registration is at 07:45 am in the classroom, so it is best to arrive between 07:30 and 07:45. Gate closing time in the morning is 7:50 am. if you are arriving after this time, please enter the school through the main Reception area at the front of the school. if your child is arriving after 7:55 am, they will be required to sign in at Reception and will be registered as ‘late’. classes commence at 8:00 am sharp. Pre-Prep children may not be left in classrooms before 7:30 as they are too young to be left unattended; teachers may be elsewhere preparing lessons before 7:30.
The ‘drop off ‘point for Year 7 – Year 9 is directly outside the main entrance to the school or for younger children in front of east Gate. For all other parents, or those who wish to enter the school, please park in the designated car parking on the right immediately past the main entrance to the school.
aBsence:We appreciate you working with us to ensure pupils attend throughout the term. our holidays are generous and we appreciate you trying to arrange holiday and other commitments outside of term times.if your child is ill, please email [email protected] as early as possible, on each day of absence or telephone , on 02 4970100 from 7.30 am Requests for any absence from school must all be addressed to The Headmaster at [email protected]
accoUnTs:if you have a query with regards to your school bill, please contact the The Bursar’s assistant, miss Pauline maribbay/ in the Bursary. she can be contacted via e-mail: [email protected] or phone 02 4970132
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anTi-BUllYinG:Bullying is not tolerated at cranleigh school and it is taken very seriously. any unkind behaviour is unacceptable but it is important to distinguish bullying from isolated acts of unkindness and the occasional unkind remark that children make to each other as part of the process of growing up. Please also see our Kindness Policy.
aRRiVinG laTe:if a pupil arrives after 07:55 for any reason, he/she should report to Harriet Baker at the main reception to be registered before going to the classroom.
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BBiRTHDaY caKes:children may bring in small cakes to celebrate their birthday. We request that these are cupcakes (to avoid needing cutting) and that the frosting does not require refrigeration. cakes must be nut-free as we have several children in school with nut allergies.
BoaRD oF TRUsTees:The Board of Trustees is the school’s Governing Body and is responsible for ensuring that the school complies with all relevant laws and regulations. The Headmaster is responsible to the Board for the everyday running of the school and for implementing policy as directed by the Board.
Board meetings are held three times times per year.
The current Board Members are:The Board will oversee the school on all matters and provide the senior management team with expert advice on a wide range of fronts. Detailed profiles will appear on the website shortly.
ali al Hammadi (chairman) ceo of TDicsultan al mahmood executive Director, strategic Performance, TDic mohamad al Hajeri executive Director, Human Resources, abu Dhabi investment authorityDr alfred Bloom Vice chancellor, new York University abu Dhabi sam Watkinson cranleigh UK Governor and old cranleighanmichael Wilson Headmaster, cranleigh Preparatory schoolRevd. Dr. Timothy seller cranleigh UK GovernorPeter abraam executive Director strategic Planning, Royal GroupBrendan law Director of education, TDic
BoaRDinG:The boarding at cranleigh abu Dhabi will not be available until 2017. more details will follow as we move forward with this.
BooKs & maTeRials:Pupils from Year 3 upwards will need the following equipment:HB pencils for writingeraserPencil sharpenerselection of coloured pencils (10-15 maximum). Felt-tip pens or highlighters are not required.RulerProtractor (180 degrees )and a Protractor (360 degrees) from Year 7...compassesGlue stickHandwriting pen (blue ink) if your teacher is happy for you to use onescissors (round-ended for safety for younger children) and left-handed if appropriatea pair of in-ear headphones to use with school iPads/laptops (named)
Year 7 and above only:calculator that is capable of doing fractions (casio 991 es PlUs is recommended)
a sensibly sized pencil case (named) to keep all of the above equipment in.
it would help if your equipment is named, so that it can be returned to you if you leave it somewhere.
laptops - see commUnicaTion TecHnoloGY & icT inFoRmaTion
Pre-Prep pupils do not need to bring any equipment to school.A long sleeved waterproof apron with fixes of velcro behind the neck - FS1 - Year 6.
BURsaRY & scHool Fees:school fees are due before the 1st day of each term and are billable in 3 equal payments. invoices will be sent out by email 3 times per year.
Please contact Bursary for all matters relating to fees and payments at [email protected] or [email protected] on 02-497 0132.
BReaK TiminGs: 10:00am – 10:30amDuring morning break, snacks are available in the dining room or children may bring their own healthy snack. Vouchers can be purchased from the main reception via Harriet Baker. Pre-Prep children eat their snack either in or outside their classroom in their outdoor area.
PRe-PReP 12:00 -13:00JUnioR scHool 12:30 - 13:30
BUses:There will be no bus service to and from cranleigh school at present. all children will need to be dropped off and collected at the correct times by their parents.
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CcalenDaR:The termly calendar is available on our website at http://www.cranleigh.ae/en/daily-life/
cHilD PRoTecTion: The school Child Protection officer is Abigail Fishbourne. The school Child Protection Policy can be found on the website under Policies.
common Room:The collective term used for the teaching staff of the school.
commUnicaTion TecHnoloGY & icT inFoRmaTion:as a new school an internal network across the entire school gives access to ultra-fast broadband and wireless connectivity. There are a number of computer laboratories and several clusters of computers in other locations around the school. Pupils in Y7-Y9 are requested to bring a digital learning device to school. From august 2015, they must have a laptop, and from august 2016, it should be an apple. We recommend a macBook air.
all pupils will need to sign an acceptable Use agreement and are required to follow agreed rules to protect the security of the schools network. Usernames and passwords will only be issued once this agreement is signed by students and parent(s).
conceRns & comPlainTs:For PupilsPupils are encouraged to talk directly to their teachers whenever an academic problem arises. They should approach the teacher at a suitable time (e.g. at the end of the day) or make an appointment. issues dealt with as soon as they occur are usually straightforward to solve. However, if the concern is not resolved or is of a pastoral nature, pupils should approach their Form Tutor or the Head of Department of the subject area or Head of school.
For ParentsClassroom issues• if you have a concern about a classroom matter, you should contact the Form Tutor
in the first instance and discuss the matter with him/her. Contact can be made by phoning the school Reception Office 02 497 0100 and leaving a message for the Tutor concerned or by emailing the relevant Tutor. all teacher emails are listed at the front of this booklet and your child’s planner email is the preferred method. another method of contact is to write in your child’s planner.
• Teachers will, wherever possible, return calls/emails by the end of the next school day. You should ensure that you supply information about how and when to contact you. contact numbers should also be included if the complaint has been made in writing. The school will endeavour to respond to written complaints within 3 days.
• if the response provided by the Tutor does not fully address your concerns, you may wish to take the matter further by making contact with the relevant Deputy Head or Head of school. should matters not be resolved, you may wish to then contact the Headmaster. Formal complaints are hopefully in exceptional circumstances, as we endeavor to resolve all matters at the appropriate level.
cURRicUlUm:our teaching programmes are aligned with the vision, values and principles of The British curriculum and cranleigh UK. We foster a learning environment in which all pupils work together, supporting each other to become confident, connected, innovative and resourceful life-long learners.
While meeting the academic needs of the pupils, we also provide for their healthy physical and emotional development and encourage responsibility for self, others and the environment.
if you have questions about subjects you can contact the Heads of Department and subject teachers for advice.
DamaGe To scHool PRoPeRTY:any damage to school property must be reported to the Heads of school immediately. if there is evidence of deliberate damage and/or if the person responsible fails to report it, the school may require the pupil to pay for the repair either in part or in full.
eaRlY PicKUPs:if you need to pick up your child before the end of the school day, please email your child’s class teacher/tutor in advance, copying in Harriet Baker at [email protected] and call in at reception to sign out before leaving.
e-mail:Any of the staff can be e-mailed at school, using first initial plus [email protected] inside of the front cover for a list of useful e-mail addresses.
eXPecTaTionsLearning environmentat cranleigh we aim to foster a positive classroom environment. each pupil should feel comfortable and valued and be able to achieve to his/her potential.
School Culture• Pupils should show respect for others and will behave in the classroom in a manner that
allows for others to learn• Pupils are expected to act responsibly at all times• Uniform will be worn with pride and respect at all times• Pupils will come prepared for learning and activities and be punctual• Pupils will always remain onsite unless with a teacher or parent
eXTRa cURRicUlaR acTiViTies (eca’s)There are a variety of music, drama, sports and other cultural and recreational activities on offer and there is something for everyone. We encourage all students to get involved in the extra-curricular life of the school. These include but are not limited to; Rugby, Hockey, netball, Tennis, swimming, Football, cricket, Basketball, Ballet, modern Dance, orchestras, choirs. Further details will be given at the start of the school year.most of the activities are coordinated by staff members however we welcome the support and assistance of parents. if you are interested in being involved in initiating, coaching or supporting a particular activity, please contact the sports Director or arts Director.
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FaceBooK:Cranleigh has an official FaceBook page where we advertise and promote the activities and upcoming events in the school. There is also a parents’ FaceBook page which has proved very useful for parents to interact. There is also a cranleigh lost Property FaceBook page. We strongly recommend to engage with FaceBook at cranleigh as it is an instant and very useful tool when communicating informally with parents.
FoRm TUToR:Your son’s or daughter’s Form Tutor /Class Teacher is the first point of contact for any information parents wish to pass on to us, or for any concerns you may have. The Form Tutors’ e-mail addresses are found in the front of the calendar and on the website.
FooD:our catering is organised by 'slices'. To purchase food vouchers, please place the correct money or a cheque (made payable to cranleigh school Uniform and merchanise) in an envelope and marked with your child’s name, form and the vouchers you wish to purchase and hand it to reception.snack booklet – 20 tickets = aeD 200Year 1 – Year 4 lunch booklet aeD 440.Year 5 + lunch booklet aeD480alternatively pupils may bring in their own lunch. We encourage this to be healthy with no cold take-away food, sweets or chocolate. We are a ‘nut-aware’ school and so no food containing nuts should come into school. some pupils in school have a nut allergy which can be triggered just by a trace on someone else’s fingers.
GaP sTUDenTs:Gap students spend a year with us. They help with sports and activities. They have usually just left school and are planning to go to university next year.
GoinG Home:1200 Fs1(optional to stay until 2:30)1430 Pre-Prep (Fs2 - Year 2)1630 non after school activity1800 after school activityPRe-PRePFS1 pupils finish at 12 pm or 2.30 if they are ready to stay all day.FS2, Year 1 and Year 2 finish at 2:30. There are ECAs run by school staff for Year 1 and Year 2 on sundays and Tuesdays from 3:00-4:00. in addition there are some ecas run by external providers for Fs2, Year 1 and Year 2. Pre-Prep children are collected from their child’s classroom.
HaiR:Girls’ hair needs to be tied back if it is shoulder length or longer. Please ensure navy blue bands are worn. Pre Prep and Junior girls may also wear scrunchies which match their dresses (available from the Uniform shop). Boys are expected to have a tidy conventional hairstyle. Hair wax or hair gel is not permitted and hair must be of a natural colour. We will request for your son to have a haircut if we feel that his hair is too long.
HealTH:if your child is unwell please do not send him or her to school. Please hand any medicines to your class teacher with written details of required dosage and times, which will be taken to the medical centre. Pupils are not permitted to keep any form of medication in their possession. The email address of the medical centre is [email protected]
HoliDaYs:Please take note of our holiday dates;– We do ask you not to organise time away from school during term time; the effect such absences can have on your child’s education is not to be underestimated.
naturally, teachers will help pupils catch up missed work, but are not required to do this for unauthorized absence from school.
any planned absences during term time should be approved by the Headmaster in advance. Please email [email protected] and cc in [email protected] Judith has a standard phrase for this somewhere along the lines of 'absence will be marked as unauthorised unless Brendan allows it for exceptional circumstances such as special family occasions'.
Home: Please do show an interest in what your child is learning. ask to see their books and their prep. What have they done in class today? Whilst it is important that your children see you are interested, please don’t try to take over from the teachers or question everything they are doing. They are the experts, so please trust them!
HoUse sYsTem:There are four Houses: - al sHaRaF, eTiHaD, saDeeQ & Zaeem. every pupil from year 3 is allocated to a House. There are many House events and a House competition runs each term to which everyone contributes with his or her effort points. siblings will share the same house.
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iD caRDs – PaRenT:it is a requirement that all parents display a Parent iD whilst they are on site. These can be obtained from the Admissions Office during the school day from 8am – 4pm. if you do not have your iD with you – it is mandatory that you sign in at reception with the security Team before you may enter the school. This also applies to all drivers / nannies etc.!
inFoRmal mUsic conceRTs:These take place regularly throughout the term. Pupils are encouraged to participate, whatever their standard. Please see the calendar for dates.
inTeRneT:Pupils may use the internet under supervision for research or study. There is an acceptable Use of icT Policy and it is important pupils agree and adhere to this.
isams:is our student management system and allows us to email a variety of information directly to parents. Bulletin alerts are emailed as are reminders about upcoming events, and pupil reports will be published on the isams Parent Portal. For this reason it is essential that parent/guardian email addresses are always up to date. Please notify us promptly of any changes to your contact details.
it will be our main method of communication via the Parents’ Portal and is how reports etc. will be published. Parents will need an active account at all times.
JeWelleRY:no jewellery is allowed in school. Girls with pierced ears may wear stud earrings only and may not have more than one piercing in each ear. inexpensive watches may be worn, but must be named.
KinDles/elecTRonic ReaDinG DiaRies:Pupils are only allowed Kindles in school when it is a recommendation by the learning support department. Please contact mrs Hayley milne (senco) for further information.
KiT:Everything, including shoes and sports kit must be clearly named with first name and family name. as names do wear off, please check everything frequently. sports kit is named on the outside. Please see instructions from the school shop. all uniform items are fitted with a Cranleigh name label – please make sure these are completed with a waterproof marker before the start of school.
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laTe aRRiVals:if your child arrives at school after 7:45am, it is essential that they sign the register at reception before going to class.
leaVinG scHool eaRlY:if you have to take your child out of school for any reason, e.g. doctor’s appointment, dentist appointment, see early Pickup and email form tutor in advance and cc [email protected]
leaRninG sUPPoRT:The learning support Department works closely with all teachers and shares information about pupils’ learning. Pupils who need extension or support are identified and programmes are adapted to suit their needs. Parents are welcome to contact the Head of learning support if they have any concerns about learning. The school has a number of other staff who offer support to students under the sen coordinator, mrs Hayley milne.
leaVinG cRanleiGH:if you are leaving cranleigh you are required to give one term’s notice in writing to the Bursary to [email protected]. We would kindly ask you to contact the Bursary and the admissions Team to inform them of your departure plans as soon as you are able. This will allow us to properly arrange your exit and ensure that your place can be offered to another family on our waiting list.
liBRaRY: The library is a welcoming space for all pupils. it is situated in the centre of the Junior school building and is open before school and during the morning and lunch breaks for reading and study. chess boards are always available, with extra board games available during Thursday lunch break.
classes visit the library as part of the regular timetable and when researching special topics. older pupils will sometimes undertake independent or small group study in the library. The library is a place for the whole community, and everyone helps to make the library a unique, dynamic space for example through the question of the week and our reading wall.
every pupil is encouraged to borrow books from the library. The library is open every break time, before school and in the evenings. a record is kept of the books read by each pupil.
locKeRs:every child from Year 3 upwards has their own locker to keep their belongings in. children in Pre Prep have their own cubby hole.
losT PRoPeRTY:cranleigh has a lost property FaceBook page where items are photographed and posted. it can also be used by parents to ask if items have been found. lost property is held at Reception. Please do not remove items without speaking to the Reception staff.
meDical/HealTH inFoRmaTion:all medical records on the children are held in the medical centre and it is the responsibility of the parents to ensure that all up to date medical information is given to the medical staff.
moBile PHones:• allowed from Year 9 upwards• only to be used with the permission of a teacher• If seen or used without permission they will be confiscated and given to the child's
Form Tutor• The Form Tutor will return the phone after prep at the end of the day• On the third confiscation, the tutor will keep the phone until it is collected in person
by the child's parents
moneY:Pupils do not have the opportunity to spend money at school, and therefore should not bring any in unless they are required to do so for a trip or similar.
mUsical insTRUmenTs:every child from Year 3 has the opportunity to learn to play an instrument, and lessons are delivered throughout the school day on a rotational basis. Junior school pupils are welcome to try instruments through the ‘Taster sessions’ before selecting. There are a number of musical groups, ensembles, activities and concerts that instrumentalists and singers are encouraged to participate in. Please contact susan Hamilton (Head of music) e-mail [email protected]
mY sTicKeRs:mystickers are awarded for good effort/conduct and can lead to prizes at the end of term.
neWsleTTeR:The Bulletin is the schools newsletter and is sent out once per term. The Bulletin contains details of upcoming events and celebrates the successes of the pupils in a range of areas.
monthly mailings are sent from the school to the parents and nominated guardians. These are an important source of information, containing letters to specific year groups and details of forthcoming events. They should be consulted carefully.
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lUncHes:We operate a self-service system with members of common Room supervising the lunch tables. There is a choice of main courses and desserts and salads are always on offer. We insist upon good table manners. The weekly menu is always published one week ahead on the Parent Portal.
maTHs WaRRioRs – maGna HiGHevery school in the north africa & middle east region who subscribes to manga High is automatically entered into a monthly competition. The pupils do the tasks set by their math’s teachers and if they do well they can win medals and points for the school (bronze = 1, silver = 2, gold = 3). at the end of every month the school with the most points wins. In our first two weeks, Cranleigh have placed first in over 5000 schools.
meDicines:all medicines shall be kept in the clinic. The school nurse is responsible for administering the medicine either prescribed by a doctor, or over-the-counter medications. senior students (Year 7 – Year 9) may self-administer the medication (oral meds – syrup, tablet, capsule) with their parents’ consent.
For prescribed and/or over-the-counter medications, the parent should inform the school nurses and sign the consent form in the clinic. This will help the nurses to be aware of the medicines taken by the pupils.
Regarding the routine in the clinic, each pupil who comes in to the clinic will have a School Clinic Visit. A Parent Notification Slip will be provided as proof that the pupil attended the clinic. The pupil will present the slip to the teacher and will give it to his/her parents after school. For preschoolers, the form tutor or Teaching assistant will attach the slip to the pupil’s planner so that it will not be misplaced.
For pupils who can’t resume his/her class or school activities due to sickness, or underlying medical condition, the school nurse will call the parent to collect the child from school. The early leaver slip will be given to the parent before leaving the school premises. if the parent is not available to collect the child, he/she should inform the nurse and give the information of the guardian/person who will be responsible to collect the child.
In cases of emergency, the school nurse will be the first line of contact. Based on the type and severity of the injury or illness, the nurse will determine if external medical assistance is required. For pupils who have standby medicine in the clinic, the school nurse can give it right away and inform the parents regarding the condition. The school nurse will call an ambulance for help and send the pupil to the hospital accompanied either by a Teaching assistant, or the nurse himself/herself.
meDical cenTRe:situated at the Junior & senior schools, the medical centre is staffed from 7am to 6pm daily by fully qualified nursing staff. Injured or sick pupils may be treated there: 02 497 0199.
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nUTs:We are a ‘nut-aware’ school and so no food containing nuts should come into school. some pupils in school have a nut allergy which can be triggered just by a trace on someone else’s fingers.
oUTinGs:During the course of the academic year all years in the Junior and senior school will have at least one educational trip or special event. Packed lunches are provided and further instructions will be given to you by the Form Tutors. There is no extra charge for compulsory related non-residential outings.
PaRenTs’ eVeninGs:an opportunity for parents to meet members of common Room and discuss progress. Parents are invited to meet informally with their children’s teachers. This is held twice a year. This is the time to discuss typical concerns with the year level and a time to share approaches to maximizing pupil connection to school and learning.
PaRenTs’ conTacTinG sTaFF:Parents are encouraged to contact members of staff by e-mail wherever possible. The principal school number 02 497 0000 will be answered by a receptionist between 7:30am and 5pm sunday through Thursday during term time and school holidays.
PaRenTs’ conTacTinG cHilDRen:it is not possible for us to bring individuals to speak to their parents on the telephone. Pupils in up to and including Year 8 are not allowed to use mobile telephones during school hours. if pupils need to phone home, in an emergency, they may do so from the School Office, but must have permission to do so from a member of Common Room. Please encourage your child to check the games notice-boards to avoid last minute panics about matches.
PaRenT PoRTal:all parents will be given a secure login in order to access the parent portal. if you do not have this please contact Tania moonesinghe – Head of Pre Prep.
PasToRal sYsTem: in Years Fs1-Year 2 any written prep is usually undertaken in school. Work such as spellings, reading, times tables and French vocabulary are done at home. in Years 3-6 some written preps may be sent home, but mostly it will be possible to do it during the school time. in Years 7 and beyond, pupils will likely have at least one prep which needs to be complete at home each night. all preps should be written in their prep diaries.
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QUesTions:if you have any, please ask class Teachers/Form Tutors who should always be the starting point.
RePoRTs:These are prepared and published at the end of the autumn and summer terms. in addition, sets of grades called “interims” are produced half way through the autumn and summer terms, and twice in the spring Term.
RePoRT caRDs:Please refer to the calendar for dates of interim and Reports, which give a summary of how pupils are performing in class. Grades are given for progress, attainment and effort. House points are awarded for effort.
RoUTines: in order for children to function well at school, please ensure they have a regular routine at home and get to bed in time to enjoy plenty of sleep.
sancTions:We have high expectations in all dimensions of school life. The sanction system is designed to encourage students to accept responsibility for their actions and to be part of our school community that values the principles of honesty, integrity and accountability.
The system is designed to support and assist students to make good decisions. Parents will be notified if a pattern of poor behavior develops and they will be asked to meet with the Teacher, Tutor or Head of Year if necessary.
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PPoor behaviour leads to a pupil losing ‘minutes’ from Privilege Time. if he/she loses a large number of minutes in a week your child’s class Teacher or Form Tutor will contact you. more serious offences will involve loss of break times in addition to losing minutes from Privilege Time. Pupils may have to make a supervised phone call home to explain their actions. sanctions are published in the student planner and displayed in every form room.
scHool sHoP:UniFoRm anD KiT:Situated at Villa 002 Jawaher Al Saadiyat (near the pre - opening Admissions Office) Telephone number (02) 643 7313
oPeninG Times aRe: Term Time: sunday to Thursday - 9:00 am to 5.00 pm saturday: 9:00 am to 12 noon
scHool Policies:are available on the school website under the ‘about us‘ menu here https://www.cranleigh.ae/en/about-us/ . These policies also contain general information for parents.
secURiTYThe school issues iD cards or name badges to all persons in the following categories:
• staff • Parents • Parents’ authorised drivers/maids/nannies • Regular visitors, including regular family members who drop off/pick up pupils
everyone in these categories must wear their cranleigh iD at all times when on campus. These can be obtained from the copy Room which is located in the Fs1 corridor. You will need your emirates iD or your passport. The process takes about 5 minutes and you will receive your iD card and lanyard immediately.
all other visitors to the school are required to sign in at Reception and provide identification in order to be permitted entry. A visitor pass must then be worn at all times while on the cranleigh campus. any parent bringing a pupil into school or collecting them without an iD card will be required to sign in at Reception and wear a visitor’s iD card before being granted access
sPoRT: BoYs:autumn Term: Football & Rugby spring Term: Rugby & Hockey summer Term: cricket, Tennis & athletics
GiRls: autumn/spring Terms: netball, Hockey summer Term: Rounders, Tennis & athleticsin addition golf and are on offer to both boys & girls.swimming – see below
sTaFF conTacTinG PaRenTs:We keep contact information for the purpose of sending reports, fee invoices, and so forth and also we rely upon the same information in the case of emergencies. We therefore ask parents and guardians to keep us up to date as and when necessary with any changes of address, email and phone number for each contact. This can be done by sending an email to [email protected]. The information supplied is subject to the terms of the Data Protection act of 1998.
TelePHone calls:if pupils need to phone home, in an emergency, they may do so from the school Reception, but must have permission to do so from a member of common Room. Please encourage your child to check the games notice-boards to avoid last minute panics about matches. mobile phones are noT allowed to be used during lesson times in school. They must not be used to send offensive messages nor to access inappropriate websites. The unsolicited taking of photographs or videos, by such equipment, is strictly prohibited. otherwise they must not be used in a way that inconveniences others. The school telephone number must not be used as a means of sending messages to the pupils except in emergency situations.
cranleigh abu Dhabi reserves the right to make amendments to dates as and when necessary due to government and/or aDec announcements. We will endeavour to give as much notice as possible.
TeXT BooKs:Text books are lent to all students. at the end of each year all text books must be returned to the school in preparation for re-issuing the following year. Books lost or damaged will be chargeable.
TiminGs:Below is an outline of typical day at cranleigh. Timings do vary across year groups and from day to day.http://www.cranleigh.ae/en/daily-life/
TRaineRs:Trainers must be worn in break and free times for playing on any grassed area. They should be clearly named on the back of the heel.
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UniFoRm:school uniform is worn by all pupils. it must be worn correctly while at school and when travelling between home and school.
as with kit, everything should be clearly named. all cranleigh clothing has a name tag inside the garment. Please make sure it is completed with a waterproof pen. summer Uniform is worn for the first half of the Autumn Term and for the whole of the Summer Term. Winter uniform is worn from the second half of the autumn Term and for the whole of the lent term.
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TTeRm DaTes:
aUTUmn TeRm 2014
sunday 7th september induction Programme
sunday 5th – Tuesday 7th october eid al adha Holiday
sunday 19th – Thursday 23rd october Half Term
Tuesday 2nd – Wednesday 3rd December
national Day Holiday
Thursday 18th December last Day of Term
sPRinG TeRm 2015
sunday 11th January First Day of Term
sunday 15th – Tuesday 17th February Half Term
Thursday 26th march last Day of Term
sUmmeR TeRm 2015
sunday 12th april First Day of Term
Tuesday 26th may – Thursday 28th may Half term
Thursday 9th July last Day of Term
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VVisiTinG THe scHool:During the normal working day all visitors, including parents, should report to the school reception, where visitors will be required to sign in upon arrival, and sign out when leaving. Visitors must wear appropriate visitor badges whilst onsite. Visitors will be directed to the appropriate offices, or asked to wait in the reception area until the member of staff has been notified of the visitor’s arrival. Visitors wishing to meet individual members of staff are requested to make appointments beforehand.
WeBsiTe:The school website: www.cranleigh.ae is updated regularly and is the principal source of news and information about the school for the cranleigh family and the wider community.
YeaR GRoUPs:(Years Fs1 – Year 2) Pre-Prep(Years 3 – 6) Junior school( Years 7 – 10) senior school
ZZZZZ ……and so to bedTerm-time is incredibly busy and many demands will be made on your child. Please ensure he or she has a good night’s sleep.