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The De La Salle Academy, Carr Lane East, Liverpool L11 4SGTelephone No: 0151 546 3134 Fax No: 0151 548 4146
Email: [email protected]
www.de-la-salle.co.uk
InvestinginExcellence
innovation for education
tel 0151 708 8600
J4
M57
M57
M
MOO
RGAT
E RD
A580
A580
EAST LANCS
A580 EAST LANCS
OAK LANE
OAK LANE
CARRLA
NE EAST
STONEBRIDGELANE
CROXTETHHALL
LANE
LOWER
HOUSE LANE
DWERRYHOUSE
LANE
BUS DEPOT
CINEMA
MCDONALDS
CEMETERY
CROXTETH PARK
DE LA SALLE
Liverpool
“Raising standards and achievement together with promotingexcellent personal development are at the heart of all that theschool does.”
Ofsted 2009
Welcome to The De La Salle Academy
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Welcome to our Academy prospectus. I am delighted with the recent Government announcementfor the multi-million pound development of our academy which is about to get underway, and itsimpact will be felt by students, staff and the local community, as we will provide outstandingopportunities with the new sports, leisure and teaching facilities. The development of a wirelessnetwork across our campus, the introduction of the latest wireless devices in all teaching spaces,new music provision and the further development of our swimming pool and extensive sports fieldwill continue our investment in quality education and long tradition of providing sportsmen torepresent our country at international level. Soccer, cricket, athletics and rugby are flourishing alongwith newer sports such as scuba diving and archery.
We have developed a new range of academic courses including A level Law, Psychology, Art andMusic along with our existing A level provision in Mathematics, Sciences, Languages and theHumanities. Our GCSE and vocational courses continue to flourish and examination resultscontinue to rise year on year. Our latest Ofsted inspection awarded 33 Grade As, one of the highestinspection results in the country and it was no surprise that we were graded outstanding and I hadthe pleasure of meeting the Prime Minister in London.
We are introducing Mandarin as a new language this year and I am delighted that 6 of our seniorpupils will travel to Beijing this summer for an international gathering of students.
In terms of collecting National Awards it was very pleasing to be selected as a finalist byThe Times Educational Supplement for the Outstanding Secondary School of the Year award 2010.We were therefore delighted once again to be shortlisted by The Times for their 2011 awards and Ilook forward to attending the evening on behalf of the whole community,
I hope you find what we have to offer as an Academy as exciting as I do and I look forward tomeeting with you in the near future.
Patrick FergusonPrincipal
Liverpool
“De La Salle Humanities Collegeprovides an outstandingeducation.The exceptional leadership of theheadteacher and the strongsupport of the governing body aresignificant factors in the success ofthe school.”
Ofsted 2009
“Students make exceptional levels ofprogress due to the very high standard ofteaching.”
Ofsted 2009
About ourSchool SponsorsThe De La Salle Academy is a Catholic Academy catering for boys from the age of 11to 18. The Academy is named after St John Baptist De La Salle who is the patronsaint of all those who work in education. It offers an education based on Gospelvalues so enabling young people to reach their full potential and to enjoy the freedoma sound education can give them as full human beings committed to Christ.
St John Baptist De La Salle
John Baptist De La Salle was the first son of wealthy parents living in France. Hebecame a priest at the age of 27 and took on the responsibility of providing educationfor the poor, giving much of his own wealth in the process. John opened a free schoolfor the poor, and he and his colleagues took the name Brothers of the ChristianSchools, now generally known as the De La Salle Brothers
He died in 1719, but 181 years later John Baptist De La Salle was canonised as asaint. In 1950, because of his work as well as his inspirational writing, he was madethe Patron Saint of all those who worked in education. At present De La Salle schoolscan be found in a dozen other places in Britain along with some 85 different countriesaround the world.
Our CurriculumAt Key Stage 3 all students will study a full range of National Curriculum Subjects
At Key Stage 4 all the students will begin GCSE study in Year 9. All students will studyEnglish, Maths, Science, ICT, RE, and a chioce of options. Some students will follow theEnglish Baccalaureate, a qualification which includes English, Maths, 2 Sciences, a choiceof History or Geography and a Language.
Students may also opt for one of the following subjects: French, Spanish, Technology(Graphics), Technology (Design & Realisation), Technology (Manufacturing). History,Geography, Physical Education, Art, Statistics, English Literature, Sport, Business Studies,Media, Music and a range of vocational studies.
At Key Stage 5 students may choose from more than 25 subjects at AS/A2, AVCE andBTEC as well as the new Diplomas.
Additionally, there is a range of 7 level 2 courses and 12 level 1 courses from whichto choose.
Key Stage 5 courses are delivered as part of the North Liverpool Partnership, in conjunctionwith seven other secondary schools in the area.
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“Students are proud of their school.”Ofsted 2009
Admissions PolicyThe right to admit students to The De La Salle Academy is the responsibility of theGovernors. They have agreed to co-ordinate admission arrangements and follow the equalpreference scheme determined by Liverpool Education Authority. Therefore it is essentialthat parents wishing to apply for a place at The De La Salle Academy place the Academyas a preference on the common application form/preference form issued by their homeeducation authority.
The number for the Academy is 180. This has been agreed between the Governors, theArchdiocese and Liverpool Education Authority.
The Governors reserve the right to admit as a priority baptised Catholic and non-Catholicboys in public care (looked after children) in that priority order without reference to theadmissions criteria.
If the Academy receives more applications than there are places available the followingcriteria will be used to decide which boys are admitted to the Academy.
1. Roman Catholic boys attending the primary schools serving the parishes ofSt. Matthew’s, Our Lady of Sorrows, Our Lady and St. Philomena’s, Our Lady &St. Swithin’s, Our Lady Queen of Martyrs and St. Teresa’s and boys living in theseparishes who attend other Roman Catholic primary schools.
2. Boys from any primary school who already have a brother attending The De La SalleAcademy.
3. Roman Catholic boys from any other parish in Liverpool or neighbouring districts whoattend a Roman Catholic primary school whose parents wish to choose a Catholicsingle-sex education for their boys.
4. Roman Catholic boys from Liverpool and neighbouring districts who attend non-Catholicprimary schools but whose parents wish to choose a Catholic single-sex education fortheir boys.
5. Non-Catholic boys whose parents wish a genuine Christian education for their children.
Prospective students and their parents are welcome to visit the school at any time byarrangement with the Principal.
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“De La Salle students are confident, politeand friendly young people who showrespect for each other and their teachers.”
Ofsted 2009
“Students are very well prepared for their future, whether itis in the sixth form, college or work.”
Ofsted 2009
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School Day8.20 - 8.30 Staff briefing
8.30 - 8.45 Registration
8.45 - 9.35 Lesson 1
9.35 - 10.25 Lesson 2
10.25 - 10.40 Break
10.40 - 11.30 Lesson 3
11.30 - 12.20 Lesson 4
12.20 - 1.10 Lunch
1.10 - 2.00 Lesson 5
2.00 - 2.50 Lesson 6
2.50 - 3.00 Registration
Religious EducationThe De La Salle Academy is a Catholic Academy, and we see religious education as one ofthe cornerstones of our curriculum, giving young people moral guidance and enhancing theirunderstanding of Catholic and Christian beliefs.
Although the majority of students at The De La Salle Academy are Catholic, many of ourstudents come from other faiths, and our curriculum at all key stages reflects this diversity,teaching children about the different religions in the world and promoting understanding andtolerance of other religions. It is our belief that the religious education we provide isappropriate for all young people.
At Key Stage 4 we enter almost all students for GCSE in Religious Studies, and the syllabuswe choose is both challenging and interesting for Years 10 and 11.
In sixth form we offer AS/A2 in Philosophy and Ethics, in addition to one core lesson inReligious Education which focuses on contemporary moral issues.
We would expect any parents opting for The De La Salle Academy to desire a Christianeducation for their children. However, any parent wishing to withdraw a child from ReligiousEducation should contact the Principal to discuss the matter, and to gain information on thealternative provision available.
“Teachers have high expectations ofstudents’ work and behaviour.”
Ofsted 2009
“Achievement is nowoutstanding in boththe school and thesixth form.”
Ofsted 2009
“Teaching and learning is outstanding.”Ofsted 2009
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Our FacilitiesThe De La Salle Academy is constantly seeking to improve facilities for students.We are now able to offer:
• A separate teaching block for Years 7 and 8 students
• Well-equipped Science laboratories
• Extensive ICT provision with an emphasis on individual learning
• Recently developed library and music suite
• Media Suite complete with Apple Mac computers andstate of the art editing facilities
• Sports Hall
• Swimming Pool
• Playing Fields
• A secure and safe environment for our students
• Construction and Horticulture areas
SportsSport is a prominent feature in the life of The De La Salle Academy, and in recent years wehave produced Premiership Footballers and an Olympic Medallist.
Frequently our Year 11 leavers are offered the opportunity to join professional football clubs.This reflects the success of the school football teams, which regularly make significantprogress in their local and national competitions.
In athletics too, we have outstanding performers, and the sporting life of the Academy ishealthy and vibrant.
Amongst the reasons for this success are the excellent sporting facilities which the Academypossesses, and the dedication of the staff, led by the Physical Education Department, whoregularly give up their time to run teams and attend sporting events and competitions.
Activity and AdventureWe aim to provide a diversity of experience outside the classroom, and in the past few yearsthere have been a large number of trips and visits. These include:
• Holiday in Spain• Weekend trips to France• Football tours to Europe• Theatre visits• Fieldwork activities in Snowdonia• Retreats• Visits to Theme Parks• Fishing trips• Visit to China for International Youth Camp• Geography Field Trip to Iceland• World War 1 battlefields visit• Duke of Edinburgh Award activities• Skiing in Italy
“Behaviour around the school site and in lessons isoutstanding.”
Ofsted 2009
“All students are known, valued and supported.Transition from primary school is managed veryeffectively.”
Ofsted 2009
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“Everyone in the school is friendly. I was nervous but I very quickly settled down. I like the lessonsthat we do.”
David Williams (All Saints)
“I have had a very enjoyable time at De La Salle. I work hard in lessons and I enjoy all the sportsthat I do.”
Andrew Isama (St. Sebastian’s)
“I found De La Salle to be a really good school. There is no bullying and all the lessons are goodand not boring at all.”
Daniel Lacey (St. Swithin’s)
“I like everything about this school, there is not one thing that I do not like. I am glad that I cameto De La Salle, all the teachers are helpful. I learn a lot and very quickly.”
Peter Howard (St. Matthew’s)
“De La Salle is an outstanding school. You are always safe here.”Kevin Cargill (Monksdown)
“De La Salle is a fantastic school.”Ben Garrity (St. Swithin’s)
“My first year has been tremendous and I can not fault anything.”James Wilson (Mab Lane)
“On my first day I was nervous but the other boys and the teachers are all friendly. I love it hereand I am doing really well.”
Joshua Roberts (St. Teresa’s)
“Students report that they feel safe and secure.The school adopts a zero tolerance policy tobullying.”
Ofsted 2009
“Students take a mature and responsible approach to their learning.”Ofsted 2009
SpecialEducational NeedsNationally, it is expected that one in five children may at some time require extra helpat school due to learning difficulties, and emotional or behavioural problems. In orderto help these students we have developed a Special Educational Needs Policy, whichis in line with the Government’s SEN Code of Practice.
The Governors have implemented the SEN policy and the new Statutory dutiesintroduced by the Special Education Needs and Disability Act 2001 and the revisedregulations which came into force on January 1st 2002.
The identification of students with special educational needs is now encompassed ina whole school approach and is overseen by the Special Education Needs Co-ordinator. Resources are allocated to special needs through the Learning SupportDepartment and by the provision of smaller teaching groups in the lower Academyand classroom support.
Students who have been identified as having special needs are taught in smallergroups in Years 7, 8 & 9.
We aim to inform parents of any special action the Academy has takento meet the needs of students who have been identified as havingspecial educational needs.
The De La Salle Academy has now received the Dyslexia-Friendly School Award.
AssessmentStudents arriving at The De La Salle Academy are placed in sets based on their KS2achievement. Within a week they are tested and assessed. The data is used to makeadjustments in ability sets.
Throughout the Academy there is a combination of whole class teaching, small grouplearning and individual tuition.
Targets are set for all students, and there are six student assessments each year to monitorprogress against these targets.
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“Raising standards and achievement together withpromoting excellent personal development are at theheart of all that the school does.”
Ofsted 2009
“Care, guidance and support are outstanding.”Ofsted 2009
“Raising standards and achievement together with promotingexcellent personal development are at the heart of all that theschool does.”
Ofsted 2009
The De La Salle Academy, Carr Lane East, Liverpool L11 4SGTelephone No: 0151 546 3134 Fax No: 0151 548 4146
Email: [email protected]
www.de-la-salle.co.uk
InvestinginExcellence
innovation for education
tel 0151 708 8600
J4
M57
M57
M
MOO
RGAT
E RD
A580
A580
EAST LANCS
A580 EAST LANCS
OAK LANE
OAK LANE
CARRLA
NE EAST
STONEBRIDGELANE
CROXTETHHALL
LANE
LOWER
HOUSE LANE
DWERRYHOUSE
LANE
BUS DEPOT
CINEMA
MCDONALDS
CEMETERY
CROXTETH PARK
DE LA SALLE
Liverpool