School Profile
Published 2006
This is the most recent profile available for this school.
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Bourne Community College Park Road |
Local Authority: |
West Sussex |
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Age range: |
11 to 16 |
Number of pupils: |
677 |
Head teacher: |
Mrs M M Eva |
Chair of governors: |
Mr J T Southgate |
What have been our successes this year?
'Bourne to Succeed' has become a College watchword. Year by year the achievements of our students have improved. This year 52% of students achieved 5 or more passes at GCSE grades A* - C. Such success is because both Staff and Students constantly pursue improvements in Teaching and Learning.
'Added Value' is the most searching indication of our success. The ability of each student is measured on arrival at the College. The value added is measured throughout the college life of the student. The College is very proud to be in the top 2% of schools in the National Contextual Value Added Tables.
Above all our success this year has been sustaining a climate for learning in which students are stimulated to grow into self-confident members of the Bourne and wider communities.
What are we trying to improve?
The five strands of the 'Every Child Matters' agenda are our imperatives for improving students' experiences ; being healthy ; enjoying and achieving ; staying safe ; making a positive contribution ; and experiencing economic well-being.
In particular we are aiming to improve ; the breadth of the curriculum, to allow students with practical skills a wider choice ; methods of raising boys achievement ; student attendance ; the use of data to assess students performance and achievable targets ; communication with parents and the local community ; and above all our examination results at Key Stages 3 and 4.
How much progress do pupils make between 11 and 16?
This score shows how well pupils progress between 11 and 16, taking account of their different starting points. Our score of 1001.5 means that on average, our pupils achieve similar results in their GCSEs compared to pupils with similar attainment at age 11.
How well do our pupils achieve in year 11?
This shows the percentage of pupils (who were 16 years old at the end of the year) who in 2005 achieved 5 or more GCSEs at grades A*-C (or GNVQ equivalent), and one or more GCSEs at grades A*-G (or GNVQ equivalent).
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How well do our pupils achieve at age 14?
This shows Key Stage 3 results for 2005. It shows the percentage of pupils eligible for KS3 tests (usually 14 year olds) who achieved or exceeded level 5.
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How have our results changed over time?
Three years ago only 26% of our students obtained 5 or more passes at GCSE grades A* - C. Since then significant changes have been made in our approach to teaching and learning, recruitment, and maintaining outstanding teachers and support staff.
Each year our results have improved to reach the 52% GCSE grades A* - C, students have achieved this year.
How are we making sure that every child gets teaching to meet their individual needs?
From the day that students arrive, they are individually assessed and nurtured through their time at the Bourne. We recognise that students' qualities and abililties vary widely. Our aim is to develop these, with as little constraint as possible, so that each student realises their potential, not only in academic subjects, but also in the wider aspects of becoming good citizens, and living a full and active life.
We understand that students have individual styles of learning. Specialist Teachers work closely with students to bring out the best in them. Work is differentiated and targeted in every lesson and Support Staff further encourage students with their learning. Our excellent Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator, together with a team of Learning Development Assistants, support and encourage students who experience difficulties with their learning. A Gifted and Talented Co-ordinator identifies students with exceptional skills/talents and closely monitors their progress to ensure that they achieve their potential.
How do we make sure our pupils are healthy, safe and well-supported?
Every child matters and a high quality education is every child’s entitlement. From the moment students join the Bourne we strive to create a happy, safe and healthy atmosphere, free from bullying, in which all students are given opportunities to develop their characters and personalities, as well as their academic work.
We care that they should develop and maintain a sense of pride in the Bourne. College uniform, punctuality, good attendance and self-disciplined behaviour, all help to sustain this pride. This is boosted by encouraging students to take part in extra-curricula activities such as sport, outdoor activities, and the performing arts.
Healthy eating is encouraged with excellent and nutritious food provided by the Bourne Café for breakfast, mid-morning break and lunch.
How are we working with parents and the community?
Our Home-School-Partnership provides a forum for parents to be involved with the College. Meetings are held each term to which parents, friends and our wider community are invited. At these friendly meetings we share plans and ideas for development at the Bourne. Everyone is most welcome.
We are a true Community College. A thriving Play Group meets on site each morning and a Youth Wing is open every evening, managed by a Youth and Community Tutor. Adult Education classes and activities are run in a wide variety of subjects and the Bourne Community Leisure Centre is open for all to enjoy.
We enjoy close working links with Chichester District Council and jointly run Business Breakfasts twice a term to support our local Business Community. All parents and local businesses are welcome to attend.
What activities are available to pupils?
We have a full range of activities to complement our students academic education. The College campus includes a magnificent leisure centre and extensive playing fields. PE lessons take place in the state-of-the-art Sports Hall and frequent use is made of the Dance Studio. The inter-house Athletics competition is a highlight of the year.
The College has excellent music facilities and we have thriving Art and Technology Departments. The College is applying this year to become a Specialist Languages College. Enthusiastic and well-qualified Staff take students on day and residential trips to both France and Spain.
Outdoor activities are pursued at a local Sail Training Centre, and our students have achieved many successes in the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme.
What have pupils told us about the school, and what have we done as a result?
We have a very active School Council which is most concerned to improve Student Voice within the College. The Council Chairman makes a report to the Board of Governors each term. Particular initiatives which have been supported by the College Staff are ; a training day at County Hall in Chichester with a debate using all the sophistication of the Council Chamber; student concerns about facilities in the College toilets have been resolved; and support has been given to School Council plans to raise funds for a charity for disabled people.
Students were asked to complete a wide ranging questionnaire on College Catering, to further the healthy eating agenda . As a result changes have been made to the daily menus and steps are being taken to improve the speed of service in the Bourne Café.
How do we make sure all pupils attend their lessons and behave well?
A Behaviour Policy is applied rigorously at the College. Every Student is accounted for at the beginning of each day. Special Staff deal as a matter of priority with any students who have not registered. Telephone and text contact is made as soon as possible with parents/carers, to establish a student's whereabouts. This checking continues with each lesson throughout the day.
Bad behaviour is not tolerated and is dealt with very firmly. In extreme cases Students are excluded from the College. The College has zero tolerance to drug dealing which leads immediately to permanent exclusion of the Student concerned.
How do our absence rates compare with other schools?
This chart shows the percentage of half days missed through authorised and unauthorised absence by all pupils at the school. Information is given for the school, for schools within the local authority and for all schools.
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What do our pupils do after year 11?
Increasingly students from the Bourne continue their education at Colleges of Further Education in Chichester and Havant, or local schools with a Sixth Form.
In 2005 80% of Year 11 students went on to Further Education whilst others entered employment with training; entered voluntary work; or moved to live away from the area.
Students seek to study ‘A’ Level or Vocational Studies and many progress to Universities and acquire Degrees.
We keep in contact with students when they leave us and encourage them to return to the Bourne to share their stories of success with younger students to motivate and encourage them to aspire to Higher Education.
What have we done in response to Ofsted?
Following our last OFSTED inspection in May 2002 our attendance has improved. Standards in Modern Foreign Languages have been transformed by a new department head and additional staff. The College is now applying to become a Specialist Languages College.
Much greater emphasis has been given to the teaching of Information and Communication Technology across the curriculum, complemented by an increase in the number of computers and other ICT resources throughout the College.
The College timetable is now well balanced, meeting National Requirements for core subjects.
More Information
If you would like more information about school policies, including our policies on special educational needs and disability, admissions, finance, school food and our complaints procedure, please contact us:
By telephone: 01243 375691
Our website: http://www.bourne.org.uk/
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