Mission Statement

Glenmoor and Winton Academies empower students to surpass their potential and lead joyful, fulfilled lives. By setting high standards and expectations, we open doors to the best academic institutions and career opportunities.

GW Values

The values that define the GW Community are:

• Act with integrity
• Speak with compassion
• Work with courage

These values form the basis of everything that we do at the Academies from the way we learn in lessons, to the way we interact outside of the classroom.

These are expressed in the GW Way:
 

The GW Way

• I always try my hardest and learn to the best of my ability 
• I always do as I am asked, the first time I am asked 
• I am in the right place at the right time doing the right thing 
• I take pride in the presentation of my work and all exercise books
• I take responsibility for my learning and the learning of others - this means I work well independently and within a team
• I respect others, their opinions and their personal space 
• I always have the correct equipment, look smart and am ready to learn

Tutor Groups

Glenmoor operates a horizontal, (year-based), tutoring system. Each student is also allocated to a House.  

The House System at Glenmoor has been a core aspect of the development of the Academy and is part of our #educationwithcharacter programme. Each student is allocated a house with house points being available throughout the year to decide who the annual House Champions are. These activities range from sporting competitions to debating; and from maths competitions to spelling bees. Attendance, achievement and effort are also rewarded through House Points and these count towards an overall House Points tally. 

The House System works vertically with students from Year 7 to Year 11 being part of a House. All members of staff and governors are also allocated a House team. We try and keep students who have siblings in the Academies in the same House. 

We encourage all students to participate in House competitions to enhance their future prospects. We also want students to develop a set of skills which will lead to successful employment in the future or support them in higher education. 

Our Houses

King House

Attenborough House

Rowling House

Ennis House

Wilson House

KS3 

Curriculum 

Students will study the following subjects in which they will generally focus on a new topic area each half term: 

English – language and literature 
Mathematics 
Science – biology, chemistry, physics 
Ethics  
History 
Geography 
Citizenship 
Music 
Drama 
Art 
Technology 
French or Spanish 
PE 

Students will have four 75-minute lessons every day and will move around the site so they can be taught these subjects in specialist areas by specialist teachers. 

Students will be given a Knowledge Organiser at the start of each academic year. This booklet sets out the key information they need to learn in each subject in each term. Students carry these booklets around with them and use them in lessons and are also expected to use them at home to support them with homework and to help them with revision for tests and examinations. In addition to their main lessons, students have 35 minutes every morning with their form tutor. During this time, they are involved in reading books with their tutor group as part of our school reading programme and they will also have short lessons and discussions based around health and wellbeing.  

The statutory PSHE (personal, social, health and economic) curriculum is delivered through topics in different subjects across the curriculum, the tutor time programme, the assembly programme and through various one-off events throughout the school year. 

Academic Support for Targeted Students 

Students who arrive at Glenmoor Academy having not achieved the benchmark standard in maths and English (literacy) will be given additional support to boost their progress in their first year of secondary education and beyond. 

This support takes the form of additional literacy and numeracy lessons, most of which will take place during the Academy Day, although students may be asked to attend sessions before or after school. 

Some students will follow an adapted curriculum which means they will work with specialist English and Mathematics teachers. This may include being part of a specialist tutor group. Parents and carers will be fully consulted with if we feel your child would benefit from this intervention. 

Homework 

At Glenmoor Academy, we are passionate about the importance of independent learning and study beyond the classroom. At the start of the school year a homework timetable (example below) is published to inform both parents and students when homework will be set. Students record their homework in their planners and are expected to spend approximately 30 - 60 minutes on each piece. 

To give students the very best opportunities and to keep parents fully informed, the Academy also publishes all set homework through www.showmyhomework.co.uk. This is an online site where both students and parents can log in to view the homework set by teachers, check the deadlines for submission and it is also a useful place where additional support materials, classroom resources and websites may be attached. These materials are also available in hard copy. Students are introduced to this during induction lessons in September. Students can use their school log-ins to access their timetable. This forum allows clear communication around homework, often one of the things students arriving at secondary school for the first time may have concerns about. 

In Year 7, students will receive English, mathematics and science homework weekly. Other subjects will set homework in line with their units of work. Most mathematics homework will involve students working on the Sparx Maths website and most English homework will involve students working on Sparx Reader. Homework for most other subjects will involve students memorising information from their knowledge organisers. Students and parents will be introduced to these during the first few days of the school year. 

Parental Communication

Glenmoor Academy use electronic communication.

This means that the majority of communication you have from us will come via direct email rather than letters being posted or handed to your child.  The intention is that all relevant letters, including our newsletter, will be sent via email on a Friday morning. Urgent messages or reminders will also be sent to you via email and staff will make direct contact with you by phone if they need to speak to you about your child.

Keeping you informed

We know that it can be difficult to keep up with everything that is going on at a large secondary school like Glenmoor and we endeavour to make this as easy for you as possible. In addition to all the above, our website is continually updated with reminders about upcoming events and important dates and you can also access our Academy calendar through it.  Our newsletter is emailed to you each half term and is a great way of staying informed about Academy life. 

We also use Instagram and Facebook. We highly recommend that parents and carers follow us @glenmoorandwinton.

Parental Online Portal

We encourage parent access to a Parental Online portal, which will provide information on your child’s behaviour, timetable, attendance and emergency contact information.  This is also the area where you will find consents for various activities and data usage and also may be used for parents’ evening booking and other activities. Parent Portal

Below is the ‘Parental Portal Acceptable Use Policy’. Your understanding of this policy and your agreement to it is crucial to provide a safe and reliable service for you and your child.

It is very important that you read the policy in detail. Any breach of it may result in withdrawal of your access to the system.

Access can only be granted if we have received an appropriate email address from the primary parent/carer. Once an email address has been received an email will be sent to you detailing a password and log in instructions. Alternatively you can click 'Forgot Password' and a password link will be sent to you.

The Grammar Stream 

“Engage, Contribute, and Lead” 

The aims of the Grammar Stream are twofold:  

Develop the ‘academic breadth and ability’ of students beyond the normal provision of most secondary schools.  

Encourage the holistic growth of those individuals to help them succeed in whatever they choose to pursue in the future.  

It is hoped that this will have several benefits:  

• -Entry to top universities  
• -Career development and adaptability  
• -Social mobility  

What is the Grammar Stream?  

The Grammar Stream consists of some of highest attaining students in Years 7-9. They commit to participate in certain ‘academic’ and ‘non-scholastic’ strands. The Grammar Stream runs academically parallel with Set 1. Grammar Stream students take part in various bespoke activities including teambuilding, a reading programme, public speaking, a lecture programme and external trips. The aim is to develop their all-round character, as epitomised in the Grammar Stream motto ‘Engage, Contribute, and Lead’.  

Entry and retention from Sep 2024: 

All Year 7 students are invited to register their interest in the Grammar Stream through a written application. These applications are then considered alongside other evidence such as baseline assessments which are completed in the Autumn term. Membership of the Grammar Steam is intended to last for three years as long as the students: 

• -Participate fully in the Grammar Stream offer. 

• -Maintain high standards in academic progress, behaviour, conduct. 

 Membership of the Grammar Steam pre-September 2024:  

The retention of students in the Grammar Stream who joined before Sep 2024 is based upon the following:  

• -Having an overall rank above 60th 

• -Full participation in the academic and non-scholastic strands  

• -Maintaining an average attendance above 94%  

• -Maintaining high standards of behaviour, conduct and being a role-model for others.  

• -Please contact the Grammar Stream Coordinator, Mr Adam Besant, if you have more questions. 

Uniform Requirements

At Glenmoor Academy we recognise the importance that personal presentation has on developing the workplace mind-set of our students and, as a result, we set high expectations with clear standards to ensure that students look smart during their day at the Academy. All of the items marked * must be purchased from our uniform supplier, Price & Buckland https://price-buckland.co.uk/glenmoor-winton-academy-bournemouth

Uniform list

1. Academy logo navy blazer*
2. Academy tartan skirt* or Academy grey trousers (tight fitting, tapered, denim, chino, legging /jegging styles of trouser are prohibited. Trousers with visible buttons or buckles are also prohibited)
3. Plain white cotton revered blouse
4. Academy logo jumper (optional)*
5. Black formal, leather or leather look shoes (see note below) that are void of any decoration (metal buckles, coloured parts, etc.)
6. Black ankle socks or black tights (no navy tights, no white socks, no visible branding on socks)

Please note – many shops will market “school shoes” that are not acceptable at this Academy.  For your support please see examples of footwear that are and are not acceptable.

Acceptable

Not acceptable

Bags

A range of Academy school bags are available from Price & Buckland, our uniform provider.  They are not compulsory, however we recommend a sturdy rucksack or cross body bag for school.  Handbags will not be allowed.

PE Kit

1. Academy logo white girls’ fit or unisex polo shirt*
2. Academy logo navy shorts or skort*
3. Academy logo tracksuit bottoms or leggings (optional)*
4. White socks (indoor)
5. Navy football/hockey/netball socks (outdoor)
6. Academy navy fleece top*
7. Academy shower-proof sports top (optional)*
8. Shin pads for football (strongly recommended)
9. Gum shield for rugby (strongly recommended)
10. Trainers
11. Football boots with non-metal studs (depending on activity)

All of the items marked * must be purchased from our uniform supplier, Price & Buckland https://price-buckland.co.uk/glenmoor-winton-academy-bournemouth

Also recommended is a hair band to tie up long hair. A plastic bag for wet clothes and a towel is advisable. Black, navy blue or white base layers are permitted for outdoor lessons. Bright coloured base layers are prohibited.

The following items are not allowed as part of PE Kit – Jewellery, hats, scarves, gloves, thin leggings or tights as main lower body item of clothing as these can tear/become transparent after frequent wear.

House Badges (December 2024 onwards)

On Monday 9th December, all pupils received an enamel pin badge featuring their house logo. These badges are a way for us to celebrate each student’s role as a valued member of their house community. They are designed to foster a sense of belonging and pride within the academies, help staff and students easily identify house affiliations, and encourage pupils to represent their house as ambassadors during events and around the school.

This year, house events have been more popular than ever, with record participation in the Olympiad competitions. Pupils and their families have also shown incredible generosity through donations to the harvest foodbank collection, demonstrating their compassion for those in need. We are so proud of our students for going the extra mile to support the vulnerable in our community, for embracing new experiences with curiosity and courage, and for the positive impressions they are creating for their houses and the academies. These achievements deserve to be celebrated.

To reflect the importance of these badges, pupils will be required to wear them on the left lapel of their blazer at all times while at the academies. The badges will be considered part of their essential equipment and uniform. If a pupil is not wearing their badge, they will receive a tick on their negative impressions card. Should a badge be lost, replacements can be purchased for £1 via the student’s ‘Equipment’ account on Arbor, using reference: House Badge and then collected from their Head of House.

Correct Uniform Worn Correctly

When students are in the buildings they are expected to wear full uniform to a high standard of presentation. Students will be challenged by staff in cases where the standard of uniform has fallen below that expected. Our expectations of students as they move around the site during the Academy day include:

1. Blazer on
2. Blazer sleeves rolled down
3. Blouse tucked in
4. Skirts not rolled / tucked up

Prohibited items of clothing

All items listed below are prohibited on the Academy site and will be confiscated or removed if seen:

1. Hoodies
2. Large patterned hair bands
3. Nail varnish
4. Non-uniform jumpers
5. False nails
6. Scarves
7. Make-up
8. Hats, baseball caps, etc.
9. Jewellery (rings, bracelets, necklaces)

Hair and piercings

Only one simple, plain gold or silver ear stud per ear is permitted.

Piercings anywhere other than the ear lobe are not acceptable. Spacers are not permitted.

Hair is to be of natural colour only - not dyed - and simple in style (no braided or shaved styles). 

Sanctions linked to incorrect uniform

In rare cases where the presentation of a student’s uniform is not in line with the high standards expected, students will be sent to reflection until correct uniform is worn.  Parents will be contacted and students released from reflection if correct uniform is then provided.

Students who have lost their house lanyard will receive a tick on their negative impressions card, under lack of equipment.

With respect to hair styles, colour and false nails, students will remain in reflection until the issue is resolved. 

Please note that staff will not make special dispensations for the cases highlighted above and it is the responsibility of the parent/carer and the student to ensure that such situations are avoided. 

Parent notes/medical notes for uniform

If a student has a medical reason for the need to wear modified footwear, a medical note supplied by a doctor or medical practitioner must be provided.

It is important that all parents/carers should realise the necessity of marking all garments and possessions clearly with their daughter’s name.

USED UNIFORM

We may be able to provide a small amount of used uniform on a case-by-case basis to parents of students who are eligible for pupil premium. Please note that used uniform availability varies throughout the year and we are not always able to accommodate requests. Please email office@glenmoorandwinton.org.uk to enquire further.

We welcome any donations of uniform where possible.

Equipment

All students are expected to carry the basic equipment to allow them to complete class work:

1. 30cm clear plastic pencil case
2. 2 x green pens
3. 2 x black pens
4. 2 x pencils
5. 1 x highlighter
6. 1 x mini board dry wipe marker pen
7. Clear plastic ruler (30cm) – not flip
8. Glue Stick
9. Protractor
10. Scientific calculator (not provided by the academies)
11. Pencil sharpener
12. Eraser
13. Planner (provided by the academies)
14. Water bottle
15. Knowledge organiser (provided by the academies)
16. A4 plastic document wallet (in 'tuff bag' style) (1 provided by the academies at the start of the academic year)

Bottled Tippex/liquid paper is not allowed in the academies and must not be used in any work.

Full stationery kits, excluding scientific calculator, can be bought from the academy for £3.50. 

Mobile Phones and Electronic Devices (Smart Watches)

Mobile phones and electronic devices are banned from use during the academy day. Students are permitted to keep them in their possession but must be switched off and in their bags during the Academy day. Any phone seen at any time on the Academies site will be confiscated and Parents/Carers informed.

1. Mobile phone and electronic device use including the use of ipods and headphones is prohibited throughout the Academies
2. Responsibility for the safekeeping of the phone belongs to the student
3. At all times, student mobile phones must be switched off during the Academy day (8am – 4pm)
4. Failure to submit a phone when asked will result in the student being excluded for a fixed period of time until parents/carers are met with by the relevant member of staff.
5. Confiscation of a phone during the day will result in a same day detention.

Absence/Attendance

A student’s attendance is expected to be above 96%. Research indicates attendance and attainment are closely linked during a child’s secondary school education. If your child is ill and unable to attend, please email the relevant year team email:

year7team@glenmoorandwinton.org.uk

year8team@glenmoorandwinton.org.uk

year9team@glenmoorandwinton.org.uk

year10team@glenmoorandwinton.org.uk

year11team@glenmoorandwinton.org.uk

Every day of absence the Academy should be notified.

On your child's return, please send a brief note to cover the period of absence.

Please note that no holiday will be authorised during term time.

Please refer to our Attendance policy for further information.

Canteen

The Academy’s canteen is cashless. Purchases are paid for using an iPay account issued to students at the start of term. An iPay account reference link will be sent to parents which allows them to set up and control their child’s iPay account whereby they can see the balance on the account and add money online as required. Students use their finger to access the funds in their account. The finger scan generates a unique code to access the ipay account and therefore no biometric data is stored on our systems.

Any funds left on the account at the end of the year will roll over to be used in the following year.

The main benefits of this system are that it is contactless and secure; parents having full visibility of what their child has purchased each day and it is also easy to upload money onto an account. The finger scan system stops students having to bring cash into school and is a safe way to pay as the finger scan is unique to each child. Finger scanning also speeds up payment at our tills.

Our catering facility is run by a company called Taylor Shaw. Details, including menus and price lists, can be found on our website. https://www.glenmoor.org.uk/parents-students/canteen-information

Free School Meals

To ensure complete confidentiality for students who have a Free School Meal entitlement, a daily allowance of £2.52 is automatically assigned to the student’s iPay account. Any unused balance is removed at the end of each day. Parents can login and add additional funds to their child’s account if they wish. Details and a link for parents to access their account will be emailed out at the start of term.

Please find the link below which will take you directly to the Free School Meals application form.

OFSM website: Online FSM Application (cloudforedu.org.uk)

Please note, even if your child currently receives free school meals at their current school, you will need to re-apply using the link above. You can do this at any stage, even if your child has not started with us yet.

Provision for Students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

At Glenmoor Academy we aim:

1. To ensure that all students have access to a broad and balanced curriculum
2. To provide a differentiated curriculum appropriate to the individual’s needs and abilities
3. To ensure the identification of all students requiring additional support and those with SEND as early as possible on entry to the Academy
4. To ensure that SEND students take as full a part as possible in all Academy activities
5. To ensure that parents of SEND students are kept fully informed of their child’s progress and attainment
6. To ensure that students with SEND and their parents/carers are involved in discussions and decisions affecting SEND provision
7. To ensure that students with SEND are assisted during their transition into and out of the Academy
8. To operate a ‘whole pupil, whole school’ approach to the management and provision of support for special educational needs
9. In conjunction with the Medical Policy, make arrangements to support pupils with medical conditions and to have regard to statutory guidance supporting pupils with medical conditions

Students with additional needs are encouraged to develop independence and resilience at every opportunity to build confidence for their transition into post-16 education. Students are therefore included in mainstream education where practically possible and are provided with targeted additional support as required.

Range of SEND Provision

For students identified as having additional needs, the SEND Team will identify the students’ needs and suitable provision. The range of provision offered at the Academy ranges depending on students’ individual needs. Support can be provided in class through quality first teaching strategies, in small groups or working 1:1 in the SEND Department. Following the Education Endowment Foundation research we do not have 1:1 TA's in the classroom. If students are registered as having SEND, regular assessments are carried out to monitor progress and adjust the provision if necessary. The Academy works in partnership with external agencies to provide personalised support, in addition to classroom teachers, learning coaches and our specialist assessor. 

For further details of SEND provision please contact the SENDCo Mr Matthew Marle, or Deputy SENDCo's Mr Steve Viney, or by e-mailing SEND@glenmoorandwinton.org.uk  

The Senior Designated Person for Child Protection for Glenmoor Academy is Ms A Parker. 
 
The Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads are Mr D Brown (ESW), and Mr G Darwin.   

Safeguarding at Glenmoor Academy is viewed with the upmost importance. 

The Academy takes the safety, security and happiness of all students very seriously and believes every child has a right to a happy, successful and enjoyable education. The safeguarding policy at Glenmoor Academy can be found on the website (policies section) and has been developed in order to ensure ongoing compliance with Government Acts and Safeguarding legislation, the most recent of which being the 2014 Keeping Children Safe in Education document (updated, 2021). The Academy also follows the Pan Dorset Multi Agency Safeguarding Partnership procedures and ensures that ongoing training is provided to staff, students and other stakeholders in line with recommendations and the needs of the Academy.   

The Academy recognises that children have a fundamental right to be protected from harm or exploitation and that students cannot learn effectively unless they feel safe and secure. 

The Academy will, therefore, provide an environment which promotes self-confidence, a feeling of worth and the knowledge that students’ concerns will be listened to and acted upon.  Governors, staff and volunteers in this Academy understand the importance of working in partnership with children, their parents/carers and other agencies in order to promote children’s welfare. 

Further details about our Safeguarding policies and procedures can be found here. 

Should you have any concerns of a safeguarding nature you can contact Ms Angelina Parker as Designated Safeguarding Lead on: 01202 527818 or by e-mailing safeguarding@glenmoorandwinton.org.uk. 

We are pleased to announce that locker bookings for the next academic year (Sept 2025 – Aug 2026) open on 1st
August 2025 and can be completed online at https://locker.rentals/

Please be aware that lockers at the Academies are located in year group blocks; you are only able to rent a locker within the available block according to your child’s year group. Lockers can only be rented for the duration of an academic year, at the end of which all personal items need to be removed. A new locker, in a different location, will need to be rented each year.

Unfortunately, the same locker cannot be held for the entire duration a student is at the Academies.

Availability of lockers is allocated on a first come, first served basis. When making a booking please ensure that you enter the correct year group your child will be when they start and select the correct academic year (e.g. September 2025-August 2026 if they start in September 2025). Any bookings for the incorrect academic year will not be valid and you may still be charged.

All lockers for Year 7 and Year 8 are located in Glenmoor Lockers for Year 9 are available on both Glenmoor and Winton sites.

All lockers for Year 10 and Year 11 are located in Winton Concourse.

If you have any further questions regarding lockers please email office@glenmoorandwinton.org.uk.