Brompton Academy Parent/Carer Directory

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A Able and Talented: All students have particular talents or are more able in certain areas. Intelligence is not seen as fixed at the Academy, we believe all young people have the ability to be perceived as able and talented in some way if they are prepared to invest in their own learning. Absence: Brompton Academy uses a Management Information Service, which is a text, voicemail and email system. If your child is ill and cannot attend the Academy, please telephone the absence line number: 01634 852341, option 1 or email: attendanceba@universityofkent academiestrust.org.uk marked for the attention of Attendance by 8.30am and follow it up with a letter on your child’s return. You will be contacted if your child is absent without the Academy’s knowledge. Academy Meals: These are available daily in the Refectory (see Refectory, Free Academy Meals and Cashless Catering). Accidents: If your child has an accident at the Academy you will be contacted as soon as possible. Please ensure at least two emergency numbers Directory A-Z

Assemblies: These are held weekly and led by members of the Strategic Leadership Team, Heads of Years, Form Tutors, and of course our students. Assessment: All students will be assessed throughout the year in most subjects. Parents/carers will receive three progress reports that detail the outcomes of these assessments. Assistant Principals: There are a number of Assistant Principals (see Strategic Leadership Team list) with specific responsibilities. They are all there to ensure that the Academy works as an outstanding organisation for the benefit of our students. Associates: The Associates of Brompton Academy are parents/carers who meet every term with the Director of Corporate Services and Wellbeing to organise fundraising activities to support the welfare and development of the students at Brompton Academy. Events include fun activities for students and parents/carers to attend with the aim of raising funds to support students that might require assistance with uniform, trip or equipment costs (see Website). Asthma: If your child suffers from asthma, please ensure that the PE staff are notified of this and the Academy is aware of any medication they might take (see separate information on medication).

are given to the Academy. You may be asked to complete an accident form. Achievement Events: The Academy holds annual events to celebrate students’ achievements. Parents/carers are invited to attend. Addresses: In case of emergency and to ensure you receive all communications your correct home address, contact numbers and email address are very important. If you change it, please inform the Academy immediately in writing or via our website (see Website). Advanced Level: These are Advanced level 3 qualifications that some Phase Two and Phase Three students choose to study. They can lead to university entrance, apprenticeships or employment. Aerosols: Are completely banned from the Academy and students will be in receipt of serious sanctions if they bring aerosols onto the Academy site (this includes both inside and outside areas). Aerosols can be a serious risk for any students who might have respiratory conditions. Appointments: Appointments with members of staff should be made by telephoning the member of staff concerned. Please do not just turn up at Reception expecting to be seen, as the person you want to see may be unavailable.