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Priory is an 11-16 mixed comprehensive school situated in the County Town of Lewes, with approximately 1150 students on roll. We are a leading school in East Sussex with Arts, Language and Science College status, rated "Outstanding" by OFSTED. The school aims to reflect the uniqueness of Lewes, historically and socially. Given our strong association with the author of natural justice, Tom Paine, it is our vision to build upon the concepts of freedom, democracy and justice. You can see our awards here and read our full Vision and Mission Statement here.
Mr A. Smith
Headteacher
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The 2012 Options Book, to inform Y9 of the courses open to them, is now available.
Also the presentation given by Mr Ashworth is available in PDF and Powerpoint. |
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Interims and Reports on SIMS Gateway |
 We are always trying to improve communication with parents and carers, whilst reducing the amount of paper we use. We are pleased to announce that interims and reports will now be published online on SIMS Gateway. Autumn Interims from the end of 2011 are already available; Spring Interims will be published during the week beginning 26th March. If you have already used Gateway you'll find interims and reports by clicking on View Reports under My Children Links (see this screenshot). If you've not yet signed up to Gateway we strongly encourage you to do so - all parents and carers were sent details last term - you just need to sign and return the enclosed Parental Access Request Form to the school office. We will of course still be sending paper copies of interims and reports to any parents and carers without Gateway access. |
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 7th February 2012 is Safer Internet Day, and this year's theme is "Connecting Generations". You can download the leaflet here. There is lots more useful information on the SID website but we particularly recommend A Parents' Guide to Technology. Don't forget there's also more help on our site under Help and Support > Safety and Security.
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 Following last week’s assemblies, there are some calendars on sale at the school reception, featuring “El Ritmo En Los Barrios”, a charity which supports building schools with an emphasis on music in Granada in Nicaragua. One of our Modern Foreign Language teaching Assistants, Kamel Mehasni, volunteered at one of the schools during his extensive travels! Proceeds from the calendar will be used to buy new equipment, instruments and tools, enabling the orphans to receive a good education. The calendars will be on sale at the school reception and cost £5. |
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The piece below was published in the January 13th 2012 edition of the Sussex Express. Written by Sara Riley
Bridging the gap between school and college or work can often be daunting for students and drop off rates from sport increase dramatically during this time. With this is mind the PE department targeted current year 11 students for the Priory School Community Day to experience what is on offer on their doorstep.
Local clubs and coaches stepped forward to offer expertise and facilities, to help open the eyes of our health conscious youngsters. This was not a day for the faint hearted. The Southdown Club gave over their squash courts for the day free of charge and Lewes Football Club took 20 of our top students and put them through their paces both on the field and in the classroom. Darren Ford put together a challenging day, building in the community work that happens with local schools and youth groups.
Wave Leisure ensured that all facilities were utilised with Zumba coaches, Rush Hockey and Spinning Classes. Fiona Whitfield gave up an hour of her day to teach a Pilates class to a group of enthusiastic girls and Mr Dallaway! Also on offer during the day was Capoeira (martial art that combines elements of dance, and music), Street Surfing, Rugby and Golf. The PE department at Priory School would like to thank all the clubs and coaches that gave their time and expertise free of charge.
Feedback from the year 11’s was positive and encouraging. Our community has a lot to offer and hopefully the students will continue with some form of exercise into their adult lives. |
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KS4 Curriculum Presentation 2012 |
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You can view the presentation shown to parents here. |
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Proposed changes to bus services from 22 April 2012 |
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Renown Coaches has recently given notice to East Sussex County Council to terminate some of the contracts the Company holds to run supported bus services for the Council. These services operate mainly in the southern half of the Lewes District. The company’s decision for doing so is primarily due to significant increases in fuel costs since they took on these contracts in 2009. The County Council has been conducting surveys of the use of journeys within the area affected by these withdrawals and planning replacement services. Given the increases in the costs of operation affecting all bus operators, some timetable reductions are likely to be needed for the replacement services to be affordable within the County Council’s budget constraints. The County Council is also in discussion with Countryliner and Brighton & Hove Bus and Coach Company regarding alterations to some of their Rider services as part of the package. The changes proposed are described here. Certain improvements are planned in response to comments received about services. Where reductions of service are proposed, this is due to low use of the journeys concerned. Timetables for most of the services are here.
Comment is welcomed on the proposals and will be used to confirm the final timetables. Please send your comments by 3 February 2012 to: East Sussex County Council, B2 Passenger Transport, Freepost LW43, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 1BR or via email to :
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