Twitter @BartonManorSch

24/07/23

This online safety poster can help young people to stay safer online over summer by (among other things) recognising fake news, sharing/uplifting content and thinking before they post. pic.twitter.com/pXYmyrUNEv

13/07/23

Bonjour! Students from 7S have been busy putting what they have learned in French lessons to use by writing teacher appreciation messages and creating calligrams to describe their school uniform. pic.twitter.com/aAfQ06EkUj

13/07/23

Thank you to the brilliant students for their sponsored sleep out!🙌 https://t.co/qiPlMD7Awt

13/07/23

Congratulations to Parks House for winning our first ever Sports Day this week with 306 points! pic.twitter.com/70kWCiXHQp

13/07/23

Thank you to the brilliant students for their sponsored sleep out!🙌 https://t.co/qiPlMD7Awt

11/07/23

Y7 students have taken part in their first ‘Big Sleepout’ for Porchlight. Having been lucky enough to participate in a workshop run by they made their own shelters for the night. Please do support them by donating at https://t.co/lrSGzoqjaJ Every penny counts! pic.twitter.com/1WiRp95T5y

07/07/23

Students & staff are raising money for by completing a sponsored sleepout. There's a GoFundMe Page to make a donation to support the students in changing lives within Canterbury. All money donated goes directly to Porchlight. Thank you. https://t.co/AqPI17Jdlh pic.twitter.com/xQdwYCppRS

05/07/23

We are looking for a fantastic Lead Teaching Assistant to start in September. If you or someone you know may be interested please click here for more details:https://t.co/1CG05046gt

22/06/23

Yesterday was and our Y7 were Djembe drumming and learning a piece of West African Music called the Aconcon rhythm pic.twitter.com/vckuTwCPg4

21/06/23

“How are you today?” 🤖 AI chatbots are among the most talked-about digital developments of recent times, but how safe are they for young people? Our guide assesses these ‘virtual friends’ from an perspective 🔎Download >> https://t.co/hucWh31or2 pic.twitter.com/SRi7T8TAeO

21/06/23

“How are you today?” 🤖 AI chatbots are among the most talked-about digital developments of recent times, but how safe are they for young people? Our guide assesses these ‘virtual friends’ from an perspective 🔎Download >> https://t.co/hucWh31or2 pic.twitter.com/SRi7T8TAeO

20/06/23

It's Drowning Prevent Week and here are some shocking statistics from Drowning is preventable! pic.twitter.com/cElbLM7ao2

20/06/23

It's Drowning Prevent Week and here are some shocking statistics from Drowning is preventable! pic.twitter.com/cElbLM7ao2

19/06/23

In celebration of Refugee Week, KRAN (Kent Refugee Action Network) & two student refugees from Syria and Afghanistan shared their inspiring stories of hope & compassion. pic.twitter.com/vNmOPfVSoq

14/06/23

Look we've installed a scale model of the Earth & Moon!If Earth was the size of our model, the moon would be the same size & distance away as our model is from the Earth. Everyone's fascinated by the installation. Bring on Space Day at the end of term. pic.twitter.com/u7w24FlXlr

08/06/23

Under the influence? 📱📢 For many young people, social media influencers are ‘the new rock stars’ – but how much of these emerging celebrities’ content can really be trusted? Our highlights potential risks 👀Download >> https://t.co/FBEZ1lcdq6 pic.twitter.com/dqtrEZqi4j

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

24/05/23

Under the influence? 📱📢 For many young people, social media influencers are ‘the new rock stars’ – but how much of these emerging celebrities’ content can really be trusted? Our highlights potential risks 👀Download >> https://t.co/FBEZ1lcdq6 pic.twitter.com/dqtrEZqi4j

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

Uniform

Simmonds

Please visit our Uniform Suppliers website at https://simmonds-ltd.com/hidden/barton-manor-school/ for online ordering, as well as helpful fitting and measurement guides.

 

The aim of the school uniform & dress code is to:

(a) promote a shared identity and foster pride in the School.
(b) ensure dress appropriate for the working day.
(c) promote equality and avoid issues of comparison & peer pressure.

Students are expected to be smart. School uniform is to be worn correctly at all times during the school day including to and from School as well as for visits and school events unless otherwise noted. Non-school uniform days students clothing should be smart casual and suitable for the business of the day, normal regulations regarding jewellery, hair and make-up apply on these days.

General Uniform

UNIFORM LIST

Details

Blazer*

School blazer with school badge and blue trim.

 

Tie*

School black tie with badge.

Or other official tie awarded to student.

 

Tie to be worn correctly with the logo visible and top button fastened.

 

Shirt / Blouse

White shirt / blouse – conventional classic design with stiffened collar, button up to neck.

Must be tucked in with top button fastened.

Long and short sleeved permitted.

 

Jumper*

(Optional)

School black V-necked jumper with silver trimmed neckband.

Optional. Available from the uniform supplier. This is the only jumper permitted.

Tartan Skirt*

 

School tartan skirt available from the uniform supplier.

Tartan skirt, to be knee length or below the knee.

Trousers (unisex)

 

 

Trousers*

(Optional)

Charcoal ‘grey’  tailored trousers traditional cut.

 

 

 

School steel grey trouser traditional cut.

 

Belt is optional but must be discrete if worn. Trousers to be worn correctly around the waist.

 

 

Optional. We recommend that these are obtained from the uniform suppliers to ensure the correct design or match the design by Simmonds if purchased elsewhere. No fashion trousers, no flare or narrowing, no bootleg, no extra pockets, buttons, belts or zips.

Socks

Dark socks with trousers, black or white ankle socks with skirt.

Ankle socks are acceptable, knee high are not acceptable.

Tights

Plain black or natural.

No patterned tights.

Shoes

Smart, formal, black leather flat or low heeled shoes* not ankle boots.

No trainers, no trainer shoes or plimsolls. No boots of any kind.

* Open-toed or backless sandals are not allowed at any time for health and safety reasons.

* No fabric shoes, no brand logos visible on the outside of the shoe.

Coat

Dark weatherproof outer coat should be smart and worn over the blazer. (Reflective arm bands aid visibility in the winter.)

Coats must not display any slogans or offensive logos.

Bags

The recommended school bag is a rucksack.

Bags must have an over the shoulder strap. No fashion bags, no handbags, no excessive adornments (non-functional buckles, straps, plaid handles, chains, studs, scarves etc). No plastic bags. Preferred colour black, grey or navy blue.

 

White laboratory coat and blue DT apron are provided by the School.

PE Kit - Year 7

UNIFORM LIST

Details

Polo Shirt*

Navy/white polo shirt.

“Unisex” and “Fitted” options available.

Must be purchased from school suppliers.

Shorts/Skort*

Navy/white shorts/skort.

Must be purchased from school suppliers.

Socks*

Long game socks – navy/white hoops.

Must be purchased from school suppliers.

 

Sports leggings / training trouser*

(Optional)

Navy with white trim.

 

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Optional. Must be purchased from school suppliers. These are the only leggings or training trouser permitted.

Midlayer top*

(Optional)

Navy/White mid-layer top.

 

 

Optional. Must be purchased from school suppliers. This is the only top permitted.

Durable Baselayer

(Optional)

White, long sleeved.

Optional. May be worn under the polo shirt on cold days.

Trainers

A sports trainer that is suitable for indoor use with a non-marking sole and sufficient ankle support.

Trainers with discrete colouring are preferred

Canvas trainers of a plimsole/vans/ converse style are not appropriate.

Boots

Studded boots for hockey and football  + shin pads.

 

PE Kit – it is optional but recommended that PE Kit is embroidered with the student’s initials. An embroidery service is available from the school uniform supplier, Simmonds.

For Dance practical lessons, students can either have bare feet or wear jazz shoes with a rubber heel and sole to reduce risk of injury.

Uniform Supplier & Other Information

*UNIFORM SUPPLIER

S. Simmonds & Son Ltd

 

Newnham Court

Bearsted Rd

Maidstone

Kent

ME14 5LH   

Tel: 01892 837202

www.simmonds-ltd.com

Please note:     

(1) Official school badges only.

(2) No jewellery - except for watch & one small, discreet stud in each earlobe if necessary.  (To be handed in for PE).

(3) No other visible body piercing or tattoos.

(4) Make-up: none visible. No coloured nail varnish.

(5) Hair: no extremes of fashion; no obvious dyes (natural colour only). Hair clips/scrunchies, etc. should be discreet.

(6) Hair, shoulder length or longer, must be tied back for science and all practical lessons.

       (7) The following items are not allowed:   

  1. denim coats/jackets,  sweatshirts, hooded sweaters, etc.
  2.  jeans, denims, cords, laced or  decorated trousers;  extremes of width  for trouser legs. 
  3. suede / leather boots.   
  4. visible polo–necked or other sweaters etc. under shirts.
  5. caps/hats - except outside in extreme weather then plain navy blue.  

        (8) In the event of a medical condition necessitating trainers these must be black & student must have a dated

letter of explanation from parent/doctor.

      All clothing and kit must be clearly named with the student’s full forename & surname.