CGSG Additional Information

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These resources can be found in the quiet study room, including prospectuses and computerised databases, all of which are continually updated and monitored to ensure only the best possible advice is available. Arrangements for Sport The Physical Education and Health Programme offers students the opportunity to participate in a variety of sporting activities designed to develop the physical, mental, social and moral capabilities of every student. All students are expected to fully engage and participate in the wide range of sporting activities on offer at the Academy. Sporting activities are also offered in the Combined Cadet Force (CCF) and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE). Sports clubs and fixtures are extensive at the Academy and we have many high performing students participating in sports competitions across Kent and Medway. This year CGSG was awarded the School Games Mark Silver Award for 2017/18 for the impressive range of different sporting activities and clubs on offer at CGSG. Assembly, Collective Worship and Religious Studies The Academy values the diversity of religious and spiritual beliefs, whether they

are Christian, Islamic, Humanist, Agnostic or Atheist understandings of existence. The Academy provides an education underpinned by respect for the Earth and all people. This includes the discussion of religious, moral, spiritual and ethical issues to encourage participation of all students from all backgrounds and faiths. Religious Studies, where taught, is based on the Medway Agreed Syllabus. Parents/ carers have the right to withdraw their children from Religious Studies and should inform the Principal in writing with reasons based on religious grounds. The Academy also has links with the local churches and has celebrated seasonal events such as carol concerts. Sex Education It is Academy policy that sex education is provided for all students and that it is taught in such a manner as to encourage students to have due regard to the moral considerations and value of family life. The context and teaching is appropriate to the maturity of the students concerned and acknowledges the need to provide sound advice about personal relationships including sexual matters. Discussion is balanced and objective. The Academy is ready to discuss fully and sensitively with parents/carers any particular concerns they may have and

will make available to them any teaching materials being used so that they may peruse them. Students with an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) Student needs, as described in the Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP), are addressed from the delegated budget, and generally take the form of additional pastoral support or access to external support such as ASD outreach groups, with either a member of the Senior Leadership Team, a specific teacher or an individual tutor. An annual review is held to determine whether an EHCP needs to be maintained or ceased. At key times of change, as students move from one phase of learning to another, a transitional review is convened to introduce the student to a Careers Adviser, who can offer guidance and advice regarding the student’s future hopes and plans. Students without an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) Under the (revised) Code of Practice for Special Educational Needs, those students who are provided with interventions that are additional to, or