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07/06/23

Good luck to our Y7 students who have embarked on their End of Year exams, sitting their first two today in History and English. They've all showed great maturity and concentration in a true exam set up. Keep up the hard work Y7! pic.twitter.com/dHvjjuuylD

07/06/23

Well done to all those who participated in last month's Junior Maths Challenge and particularly students who received Silver & Bronze Awards. pic.twitter.com/QMuthUVW1i

18/05/23

Well done Myeisha for participating in the 100m & in the joint relay with BM/BCGS. Congrats also to the rounders team playing 3 games last night, winning against The Whitstable School &especially to Rahimah whose quick thinking let the last batter win an extra half a rounder. pic.twitter.com/gzPzQ4oRwq

10/05/23

Trip to see Six the Musical in Tunbridge Wells last week for Tudor History - absolutely brilliant! pic.twitter.com/XJesGEXmDP

09/05/23

Some of our Y7 students travelled to The University of Essex to graduate from The Brilliant Club last week. Having worked extremely hard they were very proud to receive their certificates, followed by a tour of the University & a chat to current University students. pic.twitter.com/I7n3RQtZmd

05/05/23

We've been enjoying Coronation Cupcakes today at lunchtime! # cakes pic.twitter.com/WmRXHxsBDQ

27/04/23

Check out the safety guide on the networking app, Wizz. It highlights the potential risks such as catfishing and explicit content, as well as offering useful advice to parents & carers. As always if you have any concerns, please contact a member of our safeguarding team. pic.twitter.com/djkVmRPxxQ

03/04/23

We raised over £135 for Red Nose Day this year! Well done everyone. pic.twitter.com/n2JJ8r1EGA

03/04/23

Our students have been fortunate to have an engaging presentation on knife crime as part of Kent Police's education drive. pic.twitter.com/NR9GdWxxut

31/03/23

BCGS, BMS & SLBGS participated in the Debate Club Tournament won by BCGS with student prizes to BCGS/BMS for excellent debating skills:Guns should be outlawed in AmericaMobile phones should be banned for primary school children The death penalty should be reinstated in the UK pic.twitter.com/6dlhsRXMNJ

30/03/23

30 students who were selected for the highest achievement points and excellent attendance, had great fun participating in a school Easter Egg Hunt. Students had to solve clues and search for tokens to collect rewards. Congratulations to our top 30 students on their achievements. pic.twitter.com/Gcgx0JhA8l

23/03/23

A new free & confidential scheme operated by Citizen Advice supporting people in Kent who are struggling financially or need support to manage the rising cost of living has been launched https://t.co/eLN17WJXbX. Open Mon-Fri 8am-8pm, freephone 0800 808 5622 pic.twitter.com/TbCpiGXs61

22/03/23

The NSPCC has signposted support for young people wishing to report nudes shared online. Use the Report Remove tool: Report Remove | Childline to help take down nude/sexual images & videos. Emotional support is available from Childline & the Internet Watch Foundation. pic.twitter.com/6AKWNaC4FI

20/03/23

Look what we've been awarded! pic.twitter.com/JeUhcL7v7I

13/03/23

Parenting comes with lots of challenges, which can be even more difficult if you're dealing with mental health problems. Please find below a useful link for parentshttps://t.co/00bdxb0mJM pic.twitter.com/QUr3Oy8Mel

09/03/23

Free breakfast from the National School Breakfast Prog with - setting all our students up to succeed with either a bagel or bowl of cereal from 08:00-08:30am every morning pic.twitter.com/pjod9XoLQA

09/03/23

Congratulations to all the students who entered our Art competition. Take a look at just a couple of the amazing entries. pic.twitter.com/LfziqWOKH3

25/01/23

Yesterday, the BCGS and BMS Maths Club investigated the relationship between wingspan and the flight time of paper helicopters. pic.twitter.com/Ax030MhEfw

11/01/23

Two new clubs for students to join at BMS this week! pic.twitter.com/cXfoiJvy1T

10/01/23

Announcing a new club which is open to BMS & BCGS students this week. pic.twitter.com/JZ1ZSjXoLr

09/01/23

Our fantastic new school is recruiting more teaching staff in preparation for the arrival of another year group in September. Lots of leadership roles available too. Have a look and see if something grabs your interest!https://t.co/IXCbvZDHgw pic.twitter.com/77XWSUPHh1

06/01/23

We've joined the National School Breakfast Prog with providing free healthy breakfasts giving students the best chance to learn. Breakfast can set up children to succeed, which is why all our students can have either a bagel or cereal free from every morning pic.twitter.com/GxuzMOmGdP

15/12/22

This week Year 7 students from Barton Court and Barton Manor took part in a Maths Bake-Off Challenge, using their Mathematical skills to decipher a jumbled up recipe.Their excellent cooking skills resulted in superb candy cane shortbreads! pic.twitter.com/37nFUsBufd

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Enrichment

There are a wide range of opportunities and activities available at Barton Court Grammar School for students to enjoy, and it is planned to replicate these at Barton Manor School. These enrichment opportunities are provided to expose our students to exciting and interesting ideas which will, in turn, help them to develop into confident and curious young men and women. In addition, undertaking a wide variety of extra-curricular activities and demonstrating a wide learning experience is a vital element of preparation for university application, further education/training and employment.

 

Leadership

Students will be encouraged to develop their leadership skills over the course of their years at Barton Manor School, particularly in Years 10-13, and we wish to see them become independent and confident leaders in our school community. Therefore, in addition to our Prefect system, we provide opportunities for students to become Subject Prefects, to lead clubs and societies and to establish their own extra-curricular activities and societies.

All students will be encouraged to organise an event, either for a charitable cause, to promote a club or society, or to entertain and exhibit work to the public.

In addition, students will be encouraged to develop confidence and ability in public speaking and presentation through participation in debate and public speaking societies. All students will receive coaching and guidance in effective presentation and public speaking skills. Students will also be given the opportunity to participate in formal debate competitions, the Youth Speaks public speaking contests and to sit for the LAMDA (London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art) speaking examinations.

 

Experiential Learning

There will be a wide range of trips and visits available to students over the course of the year, and we would encourage students to take advantage of the opportunity to develop their understanding and experience of the world.  Students will also be encouraged to suggest and plan trips which they regard as beneficial and exciting for a group.

In addition, students will have access to a range of workshops and Enrichments Days. It is our aim that students regard enrichment as an essential element of learning, and that they feel comfortable in new and challenging learning environments. These experiences are designed to encourage independent learning and the investigation of possible career paths.

Students will also be given help and guidance when looking at opportunities for work experience, and every effort will be made to ensure that students find placements which will meet their ambitions and career interests.

 

Inspire Lecture Series

Students will be able to attend inspirational and motivational lectures by a range of professionals that are offered at Barton Court Grammar School. The lectures are held once a month at Barton Court and they focus on a wide variety of subjects from medicine to music. We hope that Barton Manor students will take advantage of the opportunity to hear professionals talk from a position of experience and wisdom.

 

Aim High

The Aim High programme at Barton Court Grammar School is open to any student in the Trust who wishes to attend a Russell Group or Top 25 University in any subject. As competition for places is challenging, it is essential that students are supported in this ambition from Year 10. Students on the Aim High programme will be encouraged to research courses at the universities, attend open days and maintain excellent academic progress with a top university goal in mind. In addition, students will be encouraged to participate in extra-curricular activities so that they can create an interesting and attractive Curriculum Vitae prior to application.


Medics, Dentists and Vets

Students who are interested in a career in medicine, dentistry or veterinary medicine will be placed on a four-year programme alongside Barton Court students designed to stimulate their interest in the field, support the challenge of application and ensure that they are prepared for a challenging career. Students will have the opportunity for university visits, support from mentors in the field and attendance at open days and tasters. In addition, students will have the support of a staff mentor from the Barton Court Science department and regular opportunities to meet with professionals for guidance, advice and inspiration.


Oxbridge Programme

Preparation for Oxbridge must begin early! Any student at Barton Manor who is identified as having Oxbridge potential in Year 10 upwards will be placed on the four-year programme which is run by Barton Court Grammar School. In addition, students who have ambition, but may not have been ‘identified’, to apply to Oxbridge are welcome to join the programme at Barton Court Grammar School. Students will have access to a range of activities intended to develop their understanding of and interest in an Oxbridge degree. They will attend open days, short courses and visits, research the application process and develop an academic and rich extra-curricular profile prior to application. Academic progress will be monitored, and students will be supported in their quest for excellence. In addition, students will be given opportunities to practise for the Oxbridge examinations and the interview, so that they develop a confident understanding of the process.


Law

Any students at Barton Manor School who are considering a law degree will be offered support and guidance specific to their needs, by joining the Barton Court Grammar School programme. Students will be encouraged to research the various fields of Law including Jurisprudence and Ethics so that their application is strengthened by an understanding of the philosophical and political importance of the field. In addition, students will be encouraged to attend open days and relevant talks and workshops in aspects of Law. They will be offered support in preparation for the LMAT and interview process. Potential law students will also be encouraged to work with a professional mentor in the field. Future lawyers need to demonstrate an ability to think and argue rationally and clearly. We will, therefore, encourage our future lawyers to participate in debate, public speaking and philosophy clubs.


Engineering and STEM

Our future engineers, mathematicians and scientists will also benefit from a four-year plan tailored to meet their particular needs, by joining the Barton Court Grammar School programme. As the world of science and technology changes so rapidly it is vital that students keep abreast of developments through attendance at workshops, lectures and open days. In addition, there are many opportunities for students to compete in various fields of science and technology and our future scientists will be encouraged to participate in a range of extra-curricular events and competitions. STEM activities will be advertised through tutor groups and by the Science and Maths Departments.  There are also regular opportunities for young women who are hoping to undertake a degree or career in a STEM-related subject. The Gifted and Talented Coordinator will ensure that the young women of BMS are aware of these opportunities.


Support and Mentoring

Students at Barton Manor School will have access to a wide range of support as they prepare for success. Each student on the Gifted register will be designated a staff mentor who will track and monitor their progress and ensure that they are achieving their academic potential in the subject in which they have displayed ability.

In addition, all students will work closely with the Gifted and Talented Coordinator who will meet with them on a regular basis. The Gifted and Talented Coordinator will hold regular focus groups in which students can share ideas and concerns, develop ideas for events and presentations, and determine the future of the programmes on offer. Student Voice is essential so that programmes are fresh, innovative and interesting for the student body. 

In addition, we expect Barton Court Grammar School Gifted Year 12 and 13 students to develop their potential as leaders through mentoring younger students at Barton Manor School and running clubs in specific areas to inspire students and aid their learning.


Parent/Carer Support

Parent/carer support is vital and there are many ways that you can become involved and help us to support the development of happy and successful young people at either Barton Court Grammar School and/or Barton Manor School.

  • If you have a particular experience within a professional career we would welcome your input and time in the form of lectures, workshops or support sessions
  • We frequently require professional support for mock interviews in a range of fields
  • We will hold a number of careers events, including a career fair which require a variety of professional representatives to help students learn about the world of work
  • Professional mentors are vitally important and help us to support students who aspire to careers unique to those of their own family members
  • We aim to help students find rich and interesting work experience opportunities that pertain to a possible career choice. If you are able to offer students a short placement we would love to hear from you
  • We hold several information evenings over the school year to help and support parents/carers and offer advice on ways that parents/carers can help their son or daughter to become happy, independent and passionate life-long learners.

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