20 JANUARY 2012 Tony Baldry, Conservative MP for North Oxfordshire, officially opened our new dyslexia classroom and resource centre.
Dyslexia is a learning difference, a combination of strengths and weaknesses which affects the learning process in reading, spelling and writing. Dyslexic learners may also have accompanying weaknesses in the speed at which they process information, sequencing material and with their short term memory. These are the tools that students need in order to learn in a classroom. Dyslexia can't be 'cured', learners will always have dyslexia but we at Banbury School are aiming to ensure that all students with dyslexia leave our school with the skills they need to succeed within further and higher education and the world of work. Read more...
Applications to Banbury Sixth Form for September 2012 Entry: Apply Online
Revision for the Year 11 Science modules in S27 every lunch time this week 23 - 27 January
School Admission Arrangements for Entry 2013
Notice is hereby given, under the Education and Skills Act 2008, to all relevant parents and other groups with an interest in the local area (for example, community groups) that they can take part in a consultation on Banbury School Admissions Arrangements for entry in 2013-14
The period of consultation ends on 1 March 2012. The Admissions Arrangements can be viewed here.
Relevant parents are those living in the local area with a child between nine and sixteen, and who has been, is, or will be eligible to apply for a school place.
Comments about the Admissions Arrangements should be sent to Jane Cartwright, Admissions Clerk, Banbury School, Ruskin Road, Banbury OX16 9HY or emailed to office.4021@banbury.oxon.sch.uk
News and Events
12 JANUARY Banbury School welcomed the Banbury Business Breakfast Club to the school. Speaking on the subject of ‘The future of your business is in our hands’, Dr Fiona Hammans discussed how do schools make pupils ready for work and employment, and what contribution can they make to the local economy and more widely? Improvement initiatives at both Banbury and Dashwood Schools were covered, as well as new ventures aiming to have a strategic impact to improve exam results. The session gave an insight into how the ‘business’ of schools is conducted and gathered ideas from employers on their needs in future employees. Banbury Business Breakfast Club
15 DECEMBERCreative Learning Day was an opportunity for the whole school to take part in an eclectic mix of activities including a ‘Dragon's Den’ challenge for Year 9. The Sixth Form showcased their abilities and entertained with their legendary talent show. Phot and Ria staged a ‘fashion through the ages’ event as part of their extended project. Photos...
All AS/A2 Maths students were entered for the senior UKMT Challenge.
Six students were awarded certificates: Ben C. in Year 12 was awarded 'best in school' with Ben J. from Year 13 achieving silver and Jake a bronze. In Year 12, Elliot, Khezar and Hector also gained bronze. Congratulations!
Transportto Banbury School for Sixth Form students.
For recent presentations to parents clickhere. UCAS Informationfor 2012 entry to university.
Appeal for second-hand uniform
We are setting up a second-hand uniform shop within the school called 'Top Of The Class'. We are appealing for uniform that is in good condition that you could kindly donate to the school. The funds gained from the resale of the uniform will go towards a uniform fund for the students.
Please either send the donated uniform to the school with your child or feel free to drop it off yourself. The donations need to go to reception in Stanbridge.
The shop will be open from 2.05 - 3.05 pm on Mondays and 1.25 - 2.05 pm on Fridays in Broughton, Room 216.
Any enquires please call Linda Blunt on 01295 225215.
Dyslexia Class 3.15 - 4.15 pm
Every Thursday in Broughton
Sports Therapy Support for students in the prevention, treatment and self-care of sports and related injuries.
Letter to ParentsPDF
Parents!
Please be aware that we are using a system for contacting parents by email and text messaging. All messages will include the school name and will be valid information. Please ensure that we have your most up-to-date email address and mobile number.
The new state-of-the-art Stanbridge building, computer rooms, classrooms and dining hall.
The Principal:
Dr Fiona Hammans
Banbury School
Ruskin Road
Banbury
OX16 9HY
Student Attendance Office: Year 7 - Year 11 Telephone 01295 225225 or email absence@banbury.oxon.sch.uk Please contact with name, tutor group and reason for absence
Sixth Form Absence
Please phone 01295 251451 x128 or email the Sixth Form Secretary
Staff Absence Please telephone before 7.30am with reason for absence Teachers and TAs: Cover phone 01295 225209 Support Staff: 01295 225201
Cashless Catering
Click here to top up your sQuid account.
How to use sQuid
The minimum payment that the finance office will accept is £15 - no change will be given as we are now a cashless school.
Menus of meals available from the school canteens. Term 3
Term 3 Wednesday 4 January - Friday 10 February. February Holiday Monday 13 February - Friday 17 February. 2011 -12 Calendar
Would you like your child to learn to play an instrument?
We can offer competitively-priced lessons in piano, keyboard, guitar, violin, clarinet, flute, saxophone, cornet, trumpet and voice. All students are welcome, from Year 7 to Year 13. Don't forget if your child is entitled to free school meals, they should also be entitled to free instrumental lessons. Please email the Music department for more details.
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Prospectus 2012
Tony Baldry opens new Dyslexia Classroom
15 DECEMBER
All AS/A2 Maths students were entered for the senior 
The Principal: 
Cashless Catering
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