Dear Parent/Carer

PARENT GOVERNOR ELECTION  

There are two parent Governor vacancies on the College’s Governing Board and I am writing to invite nominations to fill these.  Please think about becoming a Governor or encouraging others to volunteer.  

Parent Governors are welcomed as valued members of the Governor team and play an important role; the Governing Board works together as a group, meeting at least once every half term. Together we are responsible for the strategic direction of the College, promoting high standards of educational achievement and ensuring our resources are used to maximum impact. Life as a Governor is interesting and varied and we feel sure that there are parents prepared to take on this important role and give their time and commitment to helping us to continue to improve the College's performance.  

The full Governing Board usually meets six times a year.  In addition, there are 6 committees: Curriculum, Resources (including a Value for Money sub-committee), Human Resources, Admissions, Pay and Audit and Risk. The committees meet a minimum of three times a year and we ask Governors to sit on two committees that are relevant to their knowledge, experience and expertise, so typically each Governor attends 2 to 3 meetings each half term.  Most of the Governor meetings are on a Tuesday and usually start at 4.30pm lasting for approximately two hours. In addition to the committee meetings all Governors are linked to one or two lead responsibilities and are expected to meet with their links once a term and once a year, if possible, attend a Governors’ day which lasts the whole day.  Governors also sit on interview panels and are invited to attend events that go on throughout the College year, such as the Sports Awards, Premier Awards and Post 16 Celebration of Achievement to name a few, but of course no individual is expected to attend all of these.  

We aim to be effective in our role by having a good understanding of what is happening within the College without getting involved in the day to day management. Thus, there is a time commitment each Governor has to be able to make, but we endeavour to make that manageable for the many who work full time.  

Our aim is to have a mix of Governors from as wide a range of backgrounds and experience as possible and we are always keen to extend the diversity of our Board. Training and support will be available to help you develop into the role. This will include in-house mentoring and support as well as access to external Governor training, such as induction training for those who are new to governance. The term of office for parent Governors is four years. For further information about the role please get in touch with myself on 01395 255626 or email me at natalie.mann@exmouthcollege.devon.sch.uk. 

If you would like to stand for election, please read, complete and sign the attached trustee statement and nomination form, returning this to me no later than 12 noon on Monday 9^th October 2023.   If you wish you can include a few details about yourself and why you would like to become a Governor (not exceeding 100 words). This will then be circulated to all parents to help them decide who to vote for if an election is required. You do not have to complete this section, but if you don’t you may put yourself at a disadvantage if there is an election. An election, by secret ballot, will be held if more nominations are received than the number of vacancies. If an election is needed details of the procedure will be sent to you and all parents.  

Nominations must be from parents or carers with children at the College on the day that nominations close. The attached sheet summarises the disqualification criteria to serve as a Governor. Anyone standing for election must certify that he/she is not disqualified for any reason. Parents / carers who have paid employment in the College for 500 hours or more, per academic year, or who are elected members of the Local Authority, are not eligible to stand in these elections.  

Yours sincerely 

Natalie Mann 

Governance Professional   

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Dear Parents/Carers, 

 

As a quick overview, please see below which branded and non-branded items of uniform and PE kit are permitted for September 2023: 

 

College uniform/PE kit branded items from September 2023  

• Branded PE T Shirt (purple) 

• Approved College ¼ Zip Top from uniform suppliers 

• Branded School Jumper  

• Branded Tie  

• Specified Banner Trousers - details available on the college website - link below 

• Specified Banner Skirts - details available on the college website - link below 

 

Optional  

• Banner short permitted  

 

College uniform/PE kit non branded items from September 2023  

• Black College shorts (including 2 in 1 athletic shorts) - Plain Black similar style - (small logo only) - No cycling shorts (Nike pro) 

• Long black football socks  

• Short black trainer socks   

• Suitable training shoes - Air force 1 are not allowed for lessons. 

• Gumshield - will be needed for hockey and rugby lessons 

• Shin pads - will be needed for hockey and football lessons 

 

The following kit is optional for all years:  

• Football boots - will be needed for fixtures 

• Plain black tracksuit trouser (small logos only) - full white stripes not allowed. 

• Suitable quality non-see-through black leggings (small logo).  

• Plain black base layer   

• Dark coat if wet 

Year 10 & 11 GCSE and Health and Fitness students. 

• Blue College exam T-shirt - this is optional and does not need to be purchased 

No hooded tops are allowed 

Earrings must be removed for PE lessons. 
 

As recently communicated, all Year Groups (7 to 11) will wear full uniform every day from September and change into their PE kit for lessons. 

For students studying Key Stage 4 PE exam subjects, there is no longer a requirement to purchase a separate GCSE PE shirt (students can wear their purple PE shirt) however it remains an optional item if you wish to purchase it. In addition, students studying Dance will be able to change into their PE kit for lessons, however, it will be optional to purchase a black t-shirt and plain black tracksuit rather than a branded kit as previously required.  

Please can we also draw your attention to the full list of uniform, equipment and PE kit items for September 2023. This also lists items that are not permitted to be worn in College for your reference. We would strongly advise all parents/carers read this information before purchasing any uniform, kit and equipment items for September 2023. 

 

Uniform requirements for September 2023 (including a link to the College uniform policy): 

https://www.exmouthcollege.devon.sch.uk/parents-and-students/parent-/-carer-quick-guide/uniform-and-personal-appearance 

https://www.exmouthcollege.devon.sch.uk/parents-and-students/parent-/-carer-quick-guide/uniform-and-personal-appearance 

Equipment requirements for September 2023: 

https://www.exmouthcollege.devon.sch.uk/parents-and-students/parent-/-carer-quick-guide/classroom-equipment 

Thank you for your anticipated support in this matter, we look forward to welcoming all students back in September. Have a restful and enjoyable summer break. 

 

David Turner 

Deputy Principal 

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We recently wrote to update Parents and Carers on our new curriculum. This has informed a new way of assessing students. Please find below an update for reports at key stage 3 and key stage 4.