Study Areas
When students have non-contact periods on their timetable, they can use one of the following areas to study:
Senior Library
Location: Middle floor
Open: 8 am– 3.55pm
Study Type: Silent
Resources: Wide selection of books and a suite of computers with a Library printer
Expectations: Mobile phones can be used for work related purposes or listening to music through earphones whilst studying. No eating or drinking allowed.
The Hive
Location: Top floor
Open: 8am - 3.55pm
Study Type: Quiet talk and group work
Resources: A suite of computers and a printer
Expectations: Mobile phones can be used for work related purposes or listening to music through earphones whilst studying. No hot food should be eaten in the room and all rubbish should be placed in the bins provided.
The Hub (Sixth Form Common Room)
Location: Canteen
Open: 8am-2.55pm
Study Type: Relaxed
Resources: Food and drinks available all day
Expectations: Mobile phones can be used for work related purposes or listening to music through earphones whilst studying. It is not intended that students spend all of their study periods in this area. All rubbish must be placed in the bins provided.
IT Rooms
Location: G3, G4, G5, G6 and H2
Open: During lesson times (at discretion of member of staff teaching in the room) and lunchtime
Study Type: Quiet work at lunch. Silent work if a class is on.
Resources: Computers and a printer
Expectations: Students should respect the equipment and the staff/students in the room. NO eating or drinking is allowed in the IT rooms. Mobile phones can be used for work related purposes or listening to music through earphones whilst studying.
Picnic Benches
Location: Around the school grounds
Open: All year round but primarily in the Summer and Autumn Term (weather permitting)
Study Type: Group and independent
Resources: Fresh air
Expectations: Be aware and respectful of classes going on around you. All rubbish must be placed in bins provided. Mobile phones can be used for work related purposes or listening to music through earphones whilst studying.