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“AN ASPIRATIONAL SCHOOL… IN WHICH TEACHING AND LEARNING THRIVE.” OFSTED
AIMS Cox Green aims to make the very most of its students. We do this by providing an education that is both challenging and fulfilling. We offer a full educational diet; not only in the formal curriculum, but also in a wide range of available extra-curricular activities! School life at Cox Green is full of opportunities for students to learn. We encourage them to grow as individuals and to have a strong sense of community. We expect students to do their best for their own sake and for the sake of others. We aim for the highest standards of educational achievement and value every student. We expect our students to fulfil their potential academically, personally and socially. To achieve this aim, we want each of our students to develop a sense of PRIDE. Passion for learning and a desire to achieve to potential and beyond; to leave Cox Green as confident, well qualified, inspired young people and prepared for any future challenge. Respect as a core principle of every interaction. Insight into the needs of others – at a local, national and global level so that each child develops the skills to make a positive contribution to society. Diligence – the ability to be resilient and persevere; a commitment to make mistakes and to learn from them. Enjoyment of the opportunities available and to develop a passion for lifelong learning.
“YOU HAVE DEVELOPED A CULTURE WITHIN THE SCHOOL WHICH IS COMMITTED TO ACHIEVEMENT.” OFSTED
WELCOME Cox Green is a thriving, highly successful and vibrant learning community; where achievement is underpinned by outstanding relationships, a passion for learning and a commitment to the development of the whole child. Cox Green provides a secure and happy environment for positive and exciting learning experiences. From their first day here, Cox Green students will be motivated, challenged and engaged by high quality teaching and so develop a lifelong love of learning. Students, in partnership with school and home, will be active, independent and resilient learners. All of our students will receive the support and encouragement they need to become successful, confident and mature young people. We are fiercely committed to providing all of our students with an education of the highest quality and value a strong sense of community. We know that excellent schools are those that not only promote high academic standards but also have a deep concern for others. With the support of exceptional pastoral care and guidance, extra-curricular activities and strong community links, the personal development of all students will be outstanding. Students will then move on from Cox Green as confident, global citizens equipped to serve each other, parents and the wider community. To achieve the very best, leadership and teamwork are required and that is why we seek to build active partnerships with our parents, based on shared goals and supported by clear and regular communication. We know that this prospectus can only give you a flavour of school life, so we warmly invite you to visit. You will then be able to meet our best ambassadors – our students.
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“WE ARE DELIGHTED WITH COX GREEN AND HOW IT PROVIDES FOR OUR CHILDREN ACADEMICALLY, SOCIALLY AND EMOTIONALLY.” YEAR 7 PARENT
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Cox Green is an extremely popular, highly successful school that genuinely makes a difference to the lives of the young people who attend it. Education is about the future. Your son or daughter will help form tomorrow’s society. We see their time at Cox Green as preparation for this. A lot is expected of the students. They have to gain new knowledge, learn skills and achieve examination success. We will challenge your child. We will expect more than they have shown and given so far. We will ask them to think and form their own opinions and they will encounter new situations. At the same time, they have to grow up, physically and emotionally. A tall order for anyone! We know that students enjoy these challenges and that they do have fun at school! Cox Green does make a difference and in turn we know that your son or your daughter will make a difference to the lives of others.
“TEACHERS HOLD HIGH EXPECTATIONS FOR THEIR PUPILS, ENSURING THEY ARE CHALLENGED IN THEIR WORK. AS A RESULT, THEY MAKE GOOD PROGRESS OVERALL.” OFSTED
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“STUDENTS WORK CONSCIENTIOUSLY BECAUSE THEY ARE DETERMINED TO SUCCEED AND HAVE HIGH ASPIRATIONS FOR THE FUTURE WHICH THE SCHOOL SUPPORTS WELL.” OFSTED
THE LEARNING At Cox Green we want every student to receive a first-class education. We recognise that it is the quality of teaching and learning that makes the biggest difference to students’ achievement. We therefore cater for individual needs, aptitudes and learning styles, building on your son’s or daughter’s strengths and interests to develop their confidence.
Our core curriculum in Key Stage 3 consists of English, Maths, Science, Languages, Geography, History, Religious Education, Performing Arts, ICT, Physical Education, Art and Design, Technology, and PSHCE. We believe in providing highly personalised learning programmes at Key Stage 4 and 5 and that is why we offer a range of academic and vocational courses.
By designing lessons that are active, stimulating and challenging, our highly qualified staff channel students’ energy into learning. Learning is at the heart of everything we do and our strong examination results are testament to this.
In addition, we know that we are unique in that we deliver a highly inspirational and particularly strong curricular. We know that the curricular provides students with the academic skills and rigour needed if they go on to higher education but also the ability to be excellent communicators, team players and highly creative and imaginative individuals.
Our students have access to an exciting, broad and balanced curriculum which stimulates and engenders a love of learning. It builds on the achievements seen at primary school and prepares students for post-16 and lifelong learning.
“PUPILS AND SIXTH FORM STUDENTS ARE LEARNING MORE EFFECTIVELY THROUGH HAVING MORE CHALLENGING TASKS SET AND TOUGHER EXPECTATIONS OF WHAT THEY CAN ACHIEVE.” OFSTED
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HOME LEARNING We believe that learning independently, planning and organising time outside of the classroom, are all essential skills to develop. Homework is set regularly. Each student has a homework planner which shows what is expected and we ask parents/carers to check this weekly. We also use Doddle (an IT System) to support with this. We are very fortunate to have access to the public library on site and a computer room is open regularly to support students with their home and independent learning.
“THE SCHOOL IS FANTASTIC AT ENCOURAGING CHILDREN TO EXCEL TO THE BEST OF THEIR ABILITY.” PARENT, KIRKLAND ROWELL SURVEY
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“STUDENTS SAY ‘THAT HELP IS ALWAYS AVAILABLE IF NEEDED.” OFSTED
MORE ABLE We believe that meeting the needs of our more able students is an important part of our inclusive school ethos. Through our curriculum, we aim to support our more able students in every possible way. During lessons teachers stretch and challenge students’ learning. Outside of lesson time our students benefit from a wide range of extra-curricular activities such as residential visits, master classes, workshops and visits to top universities.
“DISABLED STUDENTS AND THOSE WITH SEN MAKE GOOD PROGRESS…. STUDENTS RESPOND WELL TO TEACHERS’ HIGHER EXPECTATIONS AND TO THE GREATER ATTENTION THEY ARE RECEIVING.” OFSTED
“STUDENTS ARE PROUD OF THEIR SCHOOL…THEY SAY THEY ARE VALUED AND CARED FOR.” OFSTED
SUPPORT FOR LEARNING Support for students with additional learning needs may be provided by a specialist teacher or teaching assistant working alongside the student in class. Support may also be provided during intervention programmes delivered to small groups or on a one-to-one basis outside the classroom. We are also very fortunate to have our own Speech and Language Therapist who provides highly specialised support. In addition, we also work with external agencies and partners to provide programmes to support students’ personal development, for example, counselling, therapeutic workshops and specialist learning support.
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“THANK YOU FOR THE HARD WORK OVER THE LAST SEVEN YEARS. MY SON HAS BEEN PROVIDED WITH THE BEST TOOLS POSSIBLE TO TAKE HIS PLACE IN THE WORLD.” YEAR 13 PARENT
OUR COMMUNITY We want each and every student to feel part of a strong, vibrant and caring community. Cox Green has a warm, open atmosphere and students do feel secure and confident. They are aware of the high standards of behaviour we expect and also know that our staff will offer genuine help and support. This is a result of our strong pastoral system. We understand that transferring from primary to secondary school can be unsettling. That is why we ensure that we get to know your child very well even before he or she arrives at Cox Green. We have excellent relationships with our primary schools and we make visits to them regularly. We do ask all new students to come into Cox Green in the summer term prior to enrolling.
During this time, we get to know your son’s or daughter’s interests, achievements and any concerns that he or she may feel. Staff and older students are particularly adept at helping new students settle into the school. We foster an ethos which values courtesy, integrity and respect, alongside a pride in personal appearance. We want our community to be founded on discipline but also to be characterised by a sense of fun. Our students are expected to take a responsible and active part in their own education and there is a strong reward culture in place to support high attendance, hard work and good behaviour.
“THE ENERGY, COMMITMENT, EXCITEMENT AND ENJOYMENT THAT TEACHING STAFF SHARE WITH MY DAUGHTER IS FANTASTIC. WE KNOW WE HAVE CHOSEN THE RIGHT SCHOOL.” YEAR 7 PARENT
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Many of our students take part in charitable activities and various community projects. Student Leadership is strong and much valued here. It helps shape school life, feeding into decisions made by the staff and governors. Students regularly take part in assemblies and performances. Students have opportunities to become Peer Mentors, House Captains, School Council Reps as well as many more including Sports Leaders and Anti – Bullying Mentors. This provides them with invaluable experiences to lead other students and take ownership of significant whole school projects. Through the encouragement of mutual respect and shared responsibility our students do take pride in their school and aspire for excellence.
“I THINK IT IS WONDERFUL HOW ACHIEVEMENTS ARE CELEBRATED, IT REALLY ENCOURAGES STUDENTS TO SUCCEED.” PARENT SURVEY
We know that our students achieve their very best when the partnership between parents and the school is a strong and trusting one. We work energetically to strengthen links with families. We keep our parents and carers informed of their child’s progress through regular Parents’ Evenings and reports. We monitor absence closely and contact parents promptly if there are any concerns. We ask parents and carers to help by: • Demanding high standards of appearance, behaviour, attendance and learning; • Supporting and following the school’s Code of Conduct, behaviour and anti-bullying policies; • Maintaining close contact with the school, using a variety of means of communication; and • Attending Parents’ Evenings and meetings at the school.
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“STUDENTS STATED THAT ‘THEY BENEFIT FROM PLENTIFUL ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES’.” OFSTED
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM We hope that every Cox Green student leaves us confident, well-qualified, inspired and prepared for whatever future challenges they face. We therefore believe in extending opportunities beyond the classroom. At Cox Green such opportunities are abound for students. For example, sport is thriving thanks to our enthusiastic and dedicated staff and our fantastic facilities including extensive playing fields, astro-turf pitches, a gymnasium, furnished with the latest equipment and a dance studio.
Students also enjoy an extensive range of educational day visits and residential trips, both in the UK and abroad. Students often have the chance to showcase their abilities in the numerous musical and dramatic performances, as well as in many inter-school and inter-community sports matches and team-based or individual challenges.
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“DURING MY TIME AT COX GREEN I HAVE MET INSPIRATIONAL TEACHERS, MADE BRILLIANT FRIENDS AND I KNOW I WILL COME OUT WITH THE GRADES THAT I WANT.” SIXTH FORM STUDENT
ASPIRATION AND SUCCESS The large majority of our students stay on into the sixth form, with many progressing from there to university. Others choose specialist courses or enter into workplace training and apprenticeships. Through the sixth form federation and careers provision we ensure that all students have the appropriate guidance and support to make the right choices for their future. We take pride in seeing our students flourish and move on from Cox Green School as young adults, knowing that we have worked with them to enable them to achieve examination success, raise their aspirations and realise their ambitions.
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