PARENTS' HANDBOOK 2021/22 - A mark of enduring excellence.
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A mark of enduring excellence.
Contents Welcome to King Ed’s
A passion for learning - our mission 4 The King Ed’s community is a very special one: it is characterised
by its vibrancy, its inclusiveness, respect for each individual and a
Programme of study 6 recognition that our differences enrich us all and help to promote
Study timetable 9 a stimulating learning environment. As parents and carers of our
Supporting students 12 students, you are an important part of this community. We know
that our students thrive when we inspire them, when we ignite their
Communicating with college 14 aspirations and when we support them every step along the way so
A commitment to all 16 that they can achieve their personal and academic potential.
Covid-19 17
This is not possible without support from home – this is why our
Student responsibilities 18 partnership with you is so very important! Our collaborative efforts
Financial support 19 to support our young people are enhanced when we have open
College transport 21 channels of communication, so the purpose of this handbook is to
provide you with key information that will help you to understand
Opening and closing time 23 the way we do things.
Extra curricular activities 24
Moving on after King Ed’s 27 I am delighted to welcome you into the King Ed’s community;
I know it will be an exciting two-year journey for us all!
Staff information 28
Remley Mann
PRINCIPAL
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A passion for learning
At King Ed’s, students and staff alike have an enthusiasm for learning. With a long history of academic excellence, the College
provides a high quality, stimulating educational experience for young people with high aspirations; one which nurtures their
potential and challenges them to develop personally, intellectually and creatively.
Our mission Our ethos
To inspire our students to achieve personal and academic When our new cohort of year 12 students arrives in September,
excellence. they are not ‘A level students’, they are young people who have
just finished their GCSE examinations, eager for the next phase
Our values of their education. It is up to us at King Ed’s to help them to
Our values are fundamental to our philosophy and essential to become A level students.
achieving our mission: The first few weeks at King Ed’s are an important transition
• Develop the whole person period, and it’s our job to support our new students as they
move from school to college life - not only academically, but
• Cultivate curious minds
socially and personally, too.
• Promote equality of opportunity
Education is so much more than preparing for exams; it should
• Celebrate diversity
be enlightening and transformative. We look to develop the
• Foster productive partnerships ‘whole person’ by encouraging curiosity, both in the classroom
and through a wealth of enriching activities, clubs, societies,
trips, events and masterclasses.
We’re really proud of our academic results. But we know we’ve
really succeeded when we see how our students have developed
as curious, well-rounded and confident young people.
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Keeping parents informed about progress
Programme of study
We appreciate that you will want to keep abreast of your child’s
progress. To keep you informed we will send you the grades
from your child’s formal assessments three times a year. We
A programme of study at King Ed’s is not just about A levels. There are a number of other key elements to help equip students for also conduct ‘consultation events’ (parents’ evenings) in the
their onward destination, whatever that may be. These additional elements include: spring term of the first year and the autumn term of the second
year. You can pre-book appointments online to meet your
Tutorial programme Changing subjects child’s subject teachers.
Personal tutors oversee and facilitate a tutorial programme Right from a student’s first contact with the College, we work
designed to develop core competencies addressing character, to ensure that each student chooses the right combination of More information about programmes of study, course
skills, attitudes and confidence in preparation for exams and subjects for their individual skills and aspirations. However, change and progression are available in our policy on study
progression. The first few weeks of tutorials will concentrate on it is inevitable that some students will realise that they have programmes (available via the College’s website).
settling students into college and equipping them with the skills chosen a subject they do not want to continue. For this reason,
and habits required for successful study. we allow students to change a subject within the first few weeks
of starting their programme. Change requests are granted on
Meaningful employer engagement the basis of available space, entry requirements and suitability.
All students will be involved in some engagement with Once this course change window has closed, changes are only
employers. For some this will be through work experience, for agreed in extraordinary circumstances.
others, it may be through industrial visits or other activities
Progression
GCSE English and maths
In June of the first year, students will have a progress review
In line with government guidance, students who have not
in each of their subjects. During these one-to-one sessions,
achieved a grade 4 or above in English or maths are required to
they will be given a summative assessment of their progress.
have the GCSE resit subject added to their programme.
Progression is straightforward for most students but where there
are issues around progress, attendance or attitude to work,
Baseline assessments
there may be a requirement to agree an alternative programme
During the first few weeks all students will be involved in short
for the second year or even to leave the College.
tests called ‘baseline assessments’. These are designed to help
teachers identify relevant support needs for students.
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Study timetable 2021-22
Students are issued with their timetable
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday at the induction day in September. With
08.40
the majority of students studying three
F A D B E A levels, the timetable is made up of five
hours of taught lessons for each subject,
09.55 each week. We expect students to spend
11.10
F A D B E an additional five hours per subject on
independent learning and completing
homework.
Break Break Break Break Break
11.25
Whilst some students may wish to
12.25
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Year
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Year
12 G 13
Year
12 G 13
Year
12 G 13
Year
12
complete their independent study time
at home, all students are encouraged
lunch lunch lunch lunch lunch
to make use of the library and other
Year
13 C 12
Year
13 C 12
Year
13 C 12
Year
13 C 12
Year
13 C 12
facilities in College to undertake some
independent study during the College
13.25 lunch lunch lunch lunch lunch day.
Transition Transition Transition Transition Transition
13.30
Enrichment activities are in addition to
14.45
A D F E B set lessons and each club or society will
publicise the time it will take place.
Note: the timetable may be subject to variation
16.00
E B F A D or change, depending on the situation with
COVID-19 in September.
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Learning support team
Student support team
Assistant Head
of Student Assistant Head of
Assistant Principal Support (Personal Student Support Judith Mullings
– Student Support Development) (Next Steps)
(Designated Safeguarding Lead) (Deputy Safeguarding Lead) (Deputy Safeguarding Lead)
Lead tutors
Jo Preston - SENCo Matthew Hickman Vanessa King Naomi Millership Judith Mullings Marie Prime
Personal tutors
Sarah MacKenzie Heather Davies Katy Magor Lowri Saenger Brenda Hampton Stuart Parkes
Medical welfare
officer Counsellors
Lisa Blakeley Claire Button Catherine Caseley Medhi Didarzadeh Jane Edwards Claudia Garratt
Aimie Chatfield Stephen Blake Mark Brown Yvette Browne
Helen Gould Karen Lloyd Brian Quiney Sharon Rollason Suzanne Tibbetts Rebecca Williamson
daunting process. We have a well qualified team of learning
Supporting students
support mentors, who can offer one to one support where
appropriate.
At King Ed’s, we get to know our students as individuals so we can provide the motivation and encouragement they need to If your child has already been diagnosed with a condition which
excel during the two years they are with us. Our academic and pastoral support teams will guide and support them, happily qualifies for special examination access arrangements, such as
and successfully, on every stage of their journey with us. extra time, the Learning Support team will work with you
to ensure this adjustment is applied at college.
Personal tutors tutor, lead tutor or any member of staff. Students are offered
All students are assigned a personal tutor (PT) who will be their an initial assessment and, if appropriate, this will be followed If you suspect your child has dyslexia, we offer a robust
first port of call and provide on-going support and guidance by a series of 1:1 sessions. Our counsellors have a wealth of assessment process, the outcome of which may result in
throughout their two-year programme. The PT will meet with experience in working with this age group and are available full reasonable adjustments in class and access arrangements
their tutees in individual one to one reviews to discuss their time during term time. for exams. Any questions should be directed to Jo Preston,
personal, social and academic progress, set targets and address our Special Educational Needs Coordinator.
any issues. Medical welfare officer Email: jo.preston@kedst.ac.uk
Students have access to a fully qualified medical welfare
Lead tutors officer who can support them regarding a number of health
Lead tutors work closely with personal tutors and have overall issues, offer advice and signpost to other health agencies.
responsibility for your child’s pastoral care. Lead tutors are She is available for drop-ins, regular appointments and
very experienced members of the Student Support team and, immediate first aid.
if necessary, can signpost your child to services and advisors for
additional or specialised support. You can always rely on there Learning support
being someone available for students to sit down and talk to in The College is a supportive and inclusive environment where
a safe, supportive environment. all learning differences, physical disabilities, mental health and
medical conditions are treated sensitively. Disclosing such a
Counselling service condition will enable us to support your child appropriately.
Students have access to three fully qualified counsellors Staff at King Ed’s are here to assist students in achieving their
on-site who deal with a variety of issues in complete confidence. full potential, and the Learning Support team can help to
Students can refer themselves or be referred via their personal make the transition from GCSE to A level a smoother and less
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Reporting a safeguarding or bullying issue Please be aware that if a student’s absence drops below 90%,
Communicating with college
If you or your child are worried about their safety, or the regardless of the reason, they may be subject to monitoring
wellbeing of a friend, you or they can contact their personal through our student intervention system, which keeps an eye
tutor, lead tutor or Sarah MacKenzie, Assistant Principal on any potential under performance and provides appropriate
out what work they will be missing. Parents can also inform the (Student Support) who is also the Designated Safeguarding support.
ParentMail
College using the absence notification tool in the ParentMail app Lead. You can email: safeguarding@kedst.ac.uk
We use a system called ParentMail to keep in touch with parents
and carers. As well as being a general route of communication, or the ParentMail website.
We have a duty of care to young people and take our
ParentMail allows you to pay for trips and other costs, report
If students know in advance that they are going to be absent responsibilities for child protection very seriously. We are
absences and book slots at parents’ consultation evenings. We
for short events like appointments or university open days, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of
collect your contact information during the application and
they can email: attendance@kedst.ac.uk in advance of the day our students, both within the College environment and outside.
enrolment process and, in September, we send you an email
with instructions on how to set up your ParentMail account. If and attach a screenshot of the booking notification to evidence
reason for the absence. If students are absent from college for We aim to promote a positive, supportive and secure
you haven’t received an email by the end of September, please
more than two days, they must fill in a leave of absence form environment in which students feel respected and valued.
contact our Registry team.
available from the Help Desk in the Student Support Centre. High self-esteem, confidence, supportive friends and clear lines
Email:registry@kedst.ac.uk
of communication with trusted adults are important elements
Where possible, appointments such as driving lessons, driving of prevention. We recognise that safeguarding incidents could
Student email
theory tests and medical appointments should be arranged so happen anywhere, so all staff are trained to be alert to any
All students are given a college email account which is the main
they do not clash with timetabled lessons. possible causes for concern. King Ed’s has a comprehensive
method of communication between the College and students
anti-bullying policy. All accusations and incidents will be fully
outside of lessons. Details of how to access their email account
Reporting a concern investigated and dealt with appropriately.
will be provided in Induction, and instructions are available on
the College portal. If you have any concerns, please contact us. If there are
particular challenges a student is facing, we are keen to work Removing students from lessons for holidays
together with parents and guardians to provide the right We do not authorise students to take holidays during term time.
Reporting an absence
support. The personal tutor will speak with your child and put The evidence from research conducted in the sixth form colleges
If students are ill or unable to attend college unexpectedly, they
them in touch with the most appropriate person to help them. sector demonstrates a strong correlation between absence
must inform the College by emailing:
This may be your child’s teacher, a subject leader, lead tutor, a and under performance in examinations. Given the strength of
attendance@kedst.ac.uk at the earliest opportunity. They
safeguarding lead or another member of staff. this research, our position is that no leave of absence, for any
should also inform their personal tutor and teachers to find
reason, is approved during term time.
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Commitment to all Covid-19
We’re justifiably proud at King Ed’s of our proactive stance on LGBTQ+ society Teaching and learning from September
equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI). The College is committed A popular group which meets regularly to discuss relevant issues The safety and well being of our college community is
to celebrating diversity, challenging inequality and stereotypes and raise awareness of the LGBTQ+ community. paramount, but we are also mindful of the educational needs
and treating all students and staff with dignity and respect. of our student body, especially new students joining us from
We encourage our students to involve themselves in EDI in Wellbeing Day and Culture Day September who have spent many months away from formal
numerous ways. Two annual events which help to raise student awareness academic learning and who did not have the opportunity to sit
and provide opportunities to celebrate equality, diversity and their GCSE examinations.
EDI Champions inclusion at the College. If you have a question or a concern
Our EDI champions are members of staff who help to promote regarding an EDI issue, please contact the College via your During lockdown, our teaching staff have set, delivered and
EDI across the college. They have specific responsibility for child’s personal tutor. assessed work via remote learning using both Google Classroom
planning and facilitating regular events to foster high levels of and Microsoft Teams. In addition to the set work, each student
awareness and celebration of the college’s diverse community. participated in online lessons, in each of the subjects they are
They also oversee and liaise pro-actively with EDI-focused studying.
enrichment groups. Our EDI champions are: Catherine Caseley
(Personal Tutor,) Medhi Didarzadeh (Personal Tutor), Georgia From September 2021, we will continue to follow government
Preston Sell (Teacher), Vinai Solanki (Subject Leader) and guidelines and will be keeping the situation under constant
Kelsea Utting (Teacher). review. We aim to start the year as we normally would. However,
it is only prudent to consider that restrictions will remain and so
Student Equality Action Group we are already planning a number of different timetable options.
A well-established group which plays a prominent role in We will keep you advised about our plans as we aim to deliver
celebrating the diversity of the college community, challenging the best quality education possible during this challenging
stereotypes and discrimination. period, while at the same time maintaining motivation and
monitoring student welfare through effective pastoral care.
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Student responsibilities Financial support
Dress code Student agreement 16-19 Bursary Fund Free meals
We don’t have a dress code: students should wear clothes that All students are required to sign an agreement at the start Financial support may be available to students who need Students who received free school meals in year 11, or if they
are comfortable and practical for them. The only restrictions of each academic year. The agreement is reproduced in the assistance to help them study at King Ed’s. The broad focus or their parents are in receipt of certain benefits, may be eligible
relate to clothes with slogans or images which could be student planner that each student receives at the beginning of of the support is to help those students with essential costs for free meals while at King Ed’s.
considered offensive. the academic year. By signing the student agreement, students where paying for them would be a barrier to them remaining
commit not only to attend all lessons and complete all work as in education. Students who come from households where the How to apply for the 16-19 Bursary Fund
Registration might be expected, but also to treat all members of the College annual income is £30,000 or less may get assistance towards Eligibility for the 16-19 Bursary Fund and free meals will
Students record their attendance at the start of each lesson community with respect at all times. This expectation extends the following costs (an increased limit will apply to households be assessed upon completion of the 16-19 Bursary Fund
using their ID card. Attendance for all taught lessons will be to social media and we encourage parents to take an interest in with more than 2 children). application form. The application form and guidance notes are
recorded and monitored, and providing you have given us a valid their child’s use of these online applications. Where a student is available on the King Ed’s website in the Finance section under
email address and permission to contact you, you will receive a not fulfilling the terms of their contract, we intervene to support Transport College info. Alternatively you can contact the
report of the student’s attendance. them. Stronger disciplinary procedures may be implemented for Travel costs can be a major consideration when deciding where 16-19 Bursary Fund Administrator.
serious breaches of the agreement. to study. To help with this, students who live in excess of 2 miles Email: bursary@kedst.ac.uk
Lanyards and ID cards from King Ed’s and are eligible to purchase the “nbus Term Telephone: 01384 398 120
For safety and security, it is important that we are able to see When a student falls ill at college Ticket” for use in the Network West Midlands area, may be
at a glance that everyone who is on campus has the right to be Our medical welfare officer will attend to any incident which able to get this cost fully reimbursed. Students from outside the
here, so all students and staff are required to wear their college requires immediate attention and if the student is unable to Network West Midlands area may be able to get further support
ID card and lanyard. These are provided to students on their travel home alone a member of the team will remain with them towards the additional cost of college transport, train travel or
first day at college. All visitors, including parents, should report until they are collected. If a student needs to leave College other bus operators.
to reception on arrival to be issued with a visitor pass. due to illness, they should complete a self-certification form,
available from the Help Desk in the Student Support Centre, Other costs
Valuables either before they leave, or when they return. Eligible students will receive a contribution to help them pay
Unfortunately, the College cannot accept responsibility for for any relevant course costs such as books, equipment, trips,
valuable items brought onto the site. Students should keep protective clothing and sports kit.
valuables with them at all times.
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Public transport online from: The College provides chartered coaches and minibuses aimed Help with the cost of travel
The College is a five minute walk from Stourbridge Interchange, www.westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/student-season-tickets at assisting students who live in areas where there is little or no Students who are eligible for financial assistance from the 16-19
the combined bus and train station which provides excellent public transport to Stourbridge. Bursary Fund can claim increased support towards the costs
links across the West Midlands and beyond. The public When purchasing, ‘Stourbridge Town’ should be identified of travel. Although payments do vary, for many students this
transport fares available to students depend on where they live. as the destination. Scholars Tickets are only valid for their Current routes: payment will cover the total cost of travelling to College.
Students who live in the Network West Midlands (NWM) region* respective term and need to be renewed before the start of
• Bridgnorth
can apply for a 16-18 Photocard which allows them to buy a each term (usually about one month in advance).
season ticket and pay fares on buses and trains at child rates • Cleobury Mortimer (via Bewdley)
(50% discount). Application is via the network’s website: Cycling • Bromsgrove
www.networkwestmidlands.com/tickets-and-passes/child/16- A bicycle shed is available on campus outside the Pi block. • South Birmingham (via Rubery)
18-photocard/ Students are required to provide their own locks. There are
shower facilities available. • Alvechurch and Lickey
* NWM student rates are available for students who live in • West Worcestershire
West Midlands Combined Authority i.e. Birmingham, Coventry, (Martley, Great Witley and Stourport)
Student parking
Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton.
Although there is no parking on campus for staff or student cars
(other than for those who are blue badge holders), there are The cost for all of the above routes is set at £375 a year, usually
Students travelling by train from outside the West Midlands paid via Parent Mail at the start of each term in three equal
public car parks close by.
(predominantly students living in Worcestershire) can buy a instalments of £125.
West Midland Trains (WMT) Scholar’s Season Ticket which
Dropping off points
offers around 25% discount on the cost of travel with WMT. In To express an interest in using these services stating which route
We ask that students are dropped off and collected in Lower
order to purchase Scholar’s tickets, students must first obtain a and stop you would want to use (details are available on our
High Street, as Duke Street has a high volume of student
West Midlands Trains photocard from any staffed ticket office. transport leaflet on the website), email: travel@kedst.ac.uk
pedestrians at the beginning and end of the College day. To
Photocards are free of charge and students need to provide a
ensure their safety, we need to minimise traffic on this road;
passport size photograph. On the photocard will be a number
therefore, we would ask you to find another suitable location for
which should be quoted when purchasing the season ticket
drop-offs and pick-ups.
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During term time students can access buildings from 7.45am. Classrooms and study areas should be vacated by 4.30pm (with the
exception of the library). Other college services are available as follows:
Reception (and switchboard services) The travel arrangements for students will be given particular
Monday – Thursday: 8.00am – 5.15pm attention in the decision making and communication processes.
Friday: 8.00am – 4.00pm
The primary source of information regarding College closures
During holiday periods the reception desk is open will be the College website which will show details about both
Monday to Friday: 8.30am – 4.30pm closure and expected re-opening. We will communicate College
closure notifications and updates via Parent Mail, student emails
Student Support Help Desk and social media.
Monday – Thursday: 8.30am – 4.30pm
@kedst
Friday: 8.30am – 4.00pm
@KingEdwardVICollegeStourbridge
The library
@kingedsprincipal
Monday – Thursday:7.45am – 6.00pm
Friday:7.45am – 4.30pm
During study leave the librarians advertise any changes to
these opening hours as required. However, during the summer
holidays the library is closed.
College closure procedures
Sometimes we are forced by circumstances to close the College,
for example, due to severe weather conditions, power failure or
loss of heating.
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A programme of study at King Edward’s is not just about A levels. There are a number of other key events and programmes to help
students develop and become enriched by their experience at College.
Enrichment Guidance can be found on the College website along with the
The College offers a wide range of opportunities for students relevant application form.
to engage in an extensive range of non-qualification classes,
societies, sports activities, music and performing arts. The Aspire programme
Our Aspire programme is open to any student looking to
The range of activities is extensive and includes a wide variety maximise their potential and develop their skills beyond
of sports, music and performing arts groups, Duke of Edinburgh their A level curriculum. We provide a range of activities and
Gold Award and specialist interest clubs and societies. Students opportunities designed to challenge, inspire and guide you.
sign up for these early in the autumn term and their choice of Students joining the Aspire programme can expect:
activity becomes part of their programme of study.
• Presentations and debates on a wide range of topics,
developing thinking and reasoning skills
Trips and visits
The College runs many trips throughout the year and is proud of • Inspirational talks and lectures by visiting speakers
maintaining these opportunities for its young people. Recently • Open Day visits to top universities, including Girton College
these have included history students visiting Boston; geography Cambridge and Oriel College Oxford
and geology students visiting Iceland; a mixed group of students • Information about summer schools and masterclasses
spending a week in The Gambia; theatre visits, art exhibitions offered by universities
and ski trips, as well as visits to conferences and university
• Guidance on planning independent research into university
lectures. For students experiencing financial hardship, support
choices
for trips and visits may be provided through the bursary fund.
• Opportunity to complete the Extended Project Qualification
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After their A levels our students leave King Ed’s well-prepared variety of careers, providing information to both students and
for their next adventure, whether they’re moving on to higher parents. We also host progression events where university
education, vocational training or the first steps into a worthwhile delegates and apprenticeships partners deliver talks to students
career. focused on possible HE destinations and apprenticeships. Our
next steps forum is a popular event, where former King Ed’s
Throughout their time at King Ed’s, they can access 1:1 careers students discuss their experiences at university and vocational
appointments with one of two qualified and impartial careers training.
advisers and we deliver careers and progression information
through weekly tutorials. Students can use Unifrog software UCAS
to research their university and apprenticeship options, and Students are fully supported throughout the UCAS process,
Venture software to consider gap years and studying abroad. researching options, creating a personal statement, making their
applications, and applying for student finance. Students can
Students interested in specific careers, such as teaching, also access mock interview support, if the student is applying
medicine, law or engineering, are able to sign up to the King for courses or universities requiring a more focused and specific
Ed’s ‘Pathway Schemes’, which ensure they have access to a interview, and can also access specially tailored mock interviews
variety of specialised opportunities and support needed for and 1:1 appointments.
their chosen careers. They are also able to access support in
gaining work experience, apprenticeships and employment, Work and schools experience
and in their university applications for destinations such as The careers team assists students who, in line with the
Oxbridge. expectation that all students should gain meaningful employer
engagement, seek to secure work experience and offers support
Throughout the year, there are talks from a variety of with covering letters and CVs. This includes a DBS check
universities and apprenticeship providers, and the opportunity for school experience, mock MMI (Multiple Mini Interviews)
to attend UCAS conventions and local progression events. The for potential medical students and signposting to a range of
College hosts careers events, with delegates representing a additional events and talks from which they may benefit.
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BA, University of Derby, BA, University of Durham, MA,
Claire Bou Aziz Sue Dobson
MA, University of Nottingham University of Birmingham
Clare Bramall BA, University of Durham Rachael Doughty BSc, University of Wolverhampton
SENIOR LEADERSHIP TEAM Christopher Broughton BSc, University of Birmingham
Polly Duxfield
BA, MPhil, PhD, University of
Birmingham
BA, Bolton Institute of
Phil Bury
Principal Remley Mann BA, Wesleyan University, USA, Higher Education BA, University of Birmingham,
Sarah Edwards
MA, University of Connecticut, USA Alison Bywater BSc, Aston University MA, University of Warwick
Deputy Principal Jeremy Sheen (Operations) BSc, University of Manchester MPhys, PhD, University of
Jo Caney BA (Oxon) Dawn Foster
Director of Finance Keith Dolling CIMA Birmingham
Dave Carnell BA, Staffordshire University
Director of Admissions Dr Richard Heaton BSc, PhD, Liverpool University Timothy Foulger BSc, University of Loughborough
Stuart Cliff BSc, University of Sheffield
Assistant Principal Sarah MacKenzie (Student Support) BA, Birmingham Polytechnic, MSc, Birmingham City University Anna Fox BSc, University of Bristol
MA, University of York ,
Matt Cole Sandeep Gill-Gosal BSc, University of Huddersfield
PhD, University of Birmingham
Alison Cooper BEng, Liverpool University Naomi Grainger BA, Queen Margaret University
TEACHING STAFF Rob Cope BA, University of Leicester BSc, PhD, Lancaster University,
Alison Gunnell
MSc, Aberdeen University
Barbara Adams BSc, University of Surrey Danielle Beale BSc, University of Birmingham Alex Corbett BA, University of Worcester
Robert Hall BA, University of Sussex
Andy Adamson MA, University of Glasgow BA, Birmingham Polytechnic, BSc, Cardiff University,
Heather Davies Jane Harris BA, University of Birmingham
Jane Bendall Graduate Diploma in Law, Worcester MSc, University of Worcester
Robyn Amos BSc, University of Birmingham
School of Law Matthew Davies BMus, Cardiff University Lisa Healy BSc, University of Leicester
Richard Auger BA, MSc, University of Worcester
Fabienne Bentley Licence d’Anglais, Université d’Angers Martyn Deacon BA, MA, University of Birmingham Brea Herbert BSc, University of Birmingham
BSc, University of Bristol, DPhil
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