Heathland celebrated the opening of their new purpose built senior building in May of 2010 by inviting Police Inspector Andy Winter to a concert and buffet attended by parents and pupils of the school. The pupils now enjoy their studies in six new classrooms, incorporating Maths, English, Science, Languages, Humanities and a fully internet linked I.T. room. They also have a very large assembly room which is used for school gatherings, plays, rehearsals and sport. The atmosphere is light and airy and the children have just one corridor to move between classrooms, so there is no where to get lost or delayed. This makes it ideal for our children to feel safe and secure and to flourish in the family atmosphere which starts in our Nursery and continues through to the children in Year 11. We believe that children should be treated as individuals and that everyone should have the maximum attention from the teacher. We limit the number of children in each class to 16 as we know how much more confident the children are when they know they have the time to ask questions and explore their subjects within a structured, supported environment. Children are welcomed into Heathland School, whatever their academic ability as we are able to achieve results far better than would be expected according to national statistics. A visit to school is essential during the school day to appreciate the calm and quiet atmosphere and to talk to staff and pupils. Heathland offers continuous educational provision from 3 months to 16 years. A safe and secure environment for your child to enjoy school and reach their full potential. Heathland School has been established in an old manor house on Sandy Lane, Accrington since 1994. Initially we started with just nursery and primary children, but due to parental demand, five years ago we began to take secondary pupils. We have been delighted with our first GSCE results, with 100% pass rate A* - C, including English and Maths. We do not select our students academically as we believe that all children should be valued and allowed to reach their full potential, whether that is 6 GCSE’s or 10 or 12 GCSE’s. Each child has something to offer and we work with the children individually to create a personal programme suited to each child’s needs and future aspirations. Continued…………………………………………...
Heathland Continued We are a traditional school, with traditional values and in our last OFSTED inspection we gained an “outstanding” grade for the spiritual and moral guidance given to the pupils. We have a very supportive family atmosphere which allows our pupils plenty of teacher time and to develop confidence in themselves. We have recently opened a new purpose built senior block with six new classrooms, including a newly equipped ICT room and new science lab and a large assembly hall. This allows our seniors to enjoy their own building whilst still being part of the Heathland family. At Heathland we are excited to be extending our educational provision to 16 years of age, mainly due to the request of our existing parents who wanted their children to continue their education in an environment dedicated to teaching with few of the outside influences that disrupt schooling in larger establishments. We welcome our new Year 7 group and will continue to admit one small class each year at the age of 11+, to progress their education following the National Curriculum, but with the bonus of having the time to explore other areas of learning and no distractions in class. We intend to offer up to 11 G.C.S.E’s, some of which may be taken early if appropriate and we will tailor individual learning plans to each child’s requirements. Vocational subjects will be offered for those children who show aptitude in the more practical aspects of school life. We believe there is a need for a school to offer this type of educational opportunity, as sometimes parents are disappointed in the school their child has been assigned. We will provide a positive learning environment, where even the quietest child will not be overlooked and even the most easily distracted child will be engaged in productive work at all times. We do not tolerate bullying and foster a strong relationship with parents, as it is essential that children are supported by home and school throughout their education. Traditional learning skills are valued, being the cornerstone of teaching from early years and continuing into the Senior School. We also incorporate many of the newer strategies and have two excellent computer suites to facilitate the latest technological advances. As important as academic achievements are, we recognise that not all children will excel in those areas and so we regard personal development, self confidence and tolerance as important qualities for children to be taught and so become pleasant, well- balanced people who will make a good contribution to society in the future. If you are concerned about your chid entering a large, impersonal establishment at 11, with the possibilities of “getting in with the wrong crowd”, then consider choosing Heathland as an alternative. Your child will leave school with a great sense of achievement, good qualifications and an outlook on life which will make further education or employment a natural progression.
Chick Murray (1919-1985) I used to have a friend who was the un- luckiest man in the world. In the end tragedy struck - as he lay on his death bed he confessed to three murders. Then he got better" "I rang the bell of a small bed-and breakfast place, whereupon a lady appeared at an outside window. "What do you want?" she asked. "I want to stay here," I replied. "Well, stay there then," she said and banged the window shut.
It’s a funny old game !
"Hard by, in the fields called the Leith Links, the citizens of Edinburgh divert themselves at a game called golf, in which they use a curious kind of bat, tipt with horn, and small elastic balls of leather, stuffed with feathers, rather less than tennis balls, but of a much harder consistence. This they strike with such force and dexterity from one hole to another, that they will fly to an incredible distance. Of this diversion the Scots are so fond, that when the weather will permit, you may see a multitude of all ranks, from the senator of justice to the lowest tradesman, mingled together in their shirts, and following the balls with the utmost eagerness." Tobias Smollet, writing in 1771.
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