Select 'Subject Information' from the 'School Life' item on the menu, or follow this link.

You will find information about what each year group study throughout the year, as well as knowledge organisers that students can use to study, support them with the completion of homework and aid revision.

If you'd like to find out more about our approach to the curriculum, please email the following members of staff:

- For KS3 & 4 (Years 7-11) Ms J Khan: JKhan@stmarks.anthemtrust.uk

- For KS5 (Years 12&13) MS S Bhadare: SBhadare@stmarks.anthemtrust.uk

Select 'Reading & Homework' from the 'School Life' item on the menu, or follow this link.

All student follow a programme called Accelerated Reader, which matches students with appropriately challenging books to read and tracks their reading progress. Teachers are able to monitor how students are doing and offer relevant support. Please encourage your child to log in regularly and read as much as possible.

Select 'Clubs & Enrichment' from the 'School Life' item on the menu, or follow this link.

We have a large number, and diverse range, of after school clubs and enrichment activities. These run daily, throughout the week. It is expected that each student attends either 1 enrichment or 1 intervention activity per week as a minimum.

Select 'Reading & Homework' from the 'School Life' item on the menu, or follow this link.

Homework completion is a vital part of student learning. It often enables students to prepare for upcoming lessons or helps to consolidate recent learning. Homework is therefore set regularly, as part of a homework timetable for each year group. The expectation is that all homework is complete and presented to teachers by the deadlines given.

Select 'Exam Information' from the 'School Life' item on the menu, or follow this link.

Exam timetables are shared with students, a central list is also posted in the Heart Space for students to view as needed and coaches and teachers will provide reminders throughout exam periods. Students will have practised the routines regarding exam conditions and will be given clear instructions prior to any exam, it is important that the correct procedures are followed.

You can support your child by:

• Ensuring they are aware of when their exams take place
• Supporting them to have a good sleep routine and are on time for school, daily
• Encouraging them to attend all intervention sessions, complete homework on time and start revision early
• Discussing any anxiety and reassuring them, making their coach aware of any particular additional support your child might need during this period

Yes.

Select 'Careers' from the 'School Life' item on the menu, or follow this link.

Supporting students to consider their career aspirations starts from their first day in school and continues throughout their education. A number of high quality events and experiences are planned throughout each year that give students: access to employers; enable them to understand the many career options available to them and the pathways to get there; and to develop wider employability skills.

The webpage above gives useful contact information for people within school as well as links to useful website and careers resources.

Select 'Term Dates' from the 'Info & News' item on the menu, or follow this link.

Yes.

Select 'Letters' from the 'Info & News' item on the menu, or follow this link.

All letters that are sent home to students are first uploaded to the website. This gives you an additional backup, should the letter be misplaced or if you need to be quickly reminded of its contents.

Select 'Calendar from the 'Info & News' item on the menu, or follow this link.

Important dates, such as school opening and closing, parents' evenings and school events can be found on this school calendar. 

Select 'Contact Us' from the 'About Us' item on the menu, or follow this link.

This page gives information about the key contacts for school, such as the school office and safeguarding team. There are also two pink buttons that give further contact details of staff on the pastoral team (such as Progress Leaders, Coaches etc.) and other key contacts (such as the senior leadership team).

In order to most efficiently answer any queries, please do try to direct your enquiry to the relevant staff member.

Please either email the individual or call the school and request to speak to the member in order to book a meeting / follow-up call.

Select 'Contact Us' from the 'About Us' item on the menu, or follow this link for contact information for the relevant person.

Most staff members have commitments during the school day and will likely be unavailable to meet if you arrive at the school reception without a prior appointment. Staff will always be happy to meet with you / discuss any concerns, but please arrange a meeting in advance to avoid any wasted journeys.

We hope to be able to respond to all enquiries within 48 hours.

Select 'Policies & Reports' from the 'About Us' item on the menu, or follow this link.