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Torquay Grammar School for Girls
30 Shiphay Lane, TQ2 7DY Torquay
01803 613215
www:http://www.tggs.torbay.sch.uk/e-mail:

Our Humanities Specialist Status has enabled us to provide better facilities and experiences to all our students and to strengthen our work with the local and wider communities. A strong pastoral system promotes personal and social responsibility and a wide range of extra-curricular activities allows each girl to develop her personal talents and aspirations to the full.


The school stands on the northern edge of Torquay in its own extensive and attractive grounds. Recent additions to the original buildings are a full-size Astro-turf, new netball and tennis courts, a new dining hall and kitchens, a fully equipped Learning Resources Centre and state-of-the-art language and history suites.

 

The school has its own residential study centre in Brittany which was purchased in 1990 and is completely self-supporting. There is accommodation for 39 students in bedrooms sleeping 4-6, each with their own shower facilities, and an additional suite of rooms for 4 staff.

 

The house has a modern, fully equipped kitchen, a spacious dining room, a laundry room, a lounge, a large garden and facilities for disabled visitors. It is used extensively by our own students but is also let to other organisations and private groups.

 

The governors are committed to providing the best possible facilities for the girls in the future. In Autumn 2006 work is beginning on the construction of a new music and drama suite and plans are in place for a Sixth Form Centre on the main school site.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

About The School: Our Values

 

The values of our school are reflected in its aims: -

 

  • to be a school where girls are able to excel in academic, creative, athletic and expressive disciplines according to their individual abilities and aspirations.
  • to be a school committed to extending the understanding of learning and where initiative and enterprise are encouraged.
  • to be a school where courtesy, concern for others and commitment to the local, national and international community are recognised as characteristic of all students and staff.
  • to be a school where learning to understand our world is a focus for all the girls

 

The School Compass (Click on above image) sets out in diagrammatic form an affirmation of our school aims and the ways in which they can be put into practice. These values underpin the total ethos and style of the school and identify what the school considers to be of worth. All members of the school community are encouraged to use the Compass as a guide to enhance personal behaviour, academic achievement and the quality of community life.

 

Pastoral System:

 

Our pastoral system is based around the need to look after all parts of a student’s life. Our students are allocated to a House on entry to the school. These are named after former Head Teachers: Beal, Jackson, Robertson and Wilkinson. The House system enables students to work together for events such as Sports’ Day, the Swimming Gala and various interhouse events.

 

Sixth form students are elected by their House members to be Heads of House and these senior students also provide invaluable support for the younger members of the school.

 

Our support system includes a wide range of options. The leaders of the Pastoral care system are the Heads of Year, with the same Head of Year following the students through until they leave Year 11.

 

School Year Heads

 

 

 

 

 

Year heads in order left to right:
Mr. Willett, Mrs. Dolan, Ms. Bucklar, Mrs. Payne, Mrs. Berry.

 

Front:
Mrs. Vaughan, Mrs. Hampson.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Additionally, Year 12 students are trained to be peer educators so that younger students can feel confident in approaching someone other than a teacher for support and advice.

 

The school has strong links with outside agencies such as Connexions and the Early Intervention Team for Torbay.

 

We have a school nurse or counsellors on site most days and they can be called in for emergency support at other times.

 

Forms and Houses:

On joining the school each girl is assigned to a form within her year group which corresponds to one of the four Houses named after previous Headteachers: Beal, Jackson, Robertson and Wilkinson. The division into forms takes account of previous schools and friendships, sisters in the school and parental preference.  The girls remain in these form groups for some lessons in Years 7-9  but may be arranged differently for some subjects.

 

Induction of New Pupils:

When a girl joins the school in Year 7 every effort is made to help her settle in and adjust to the new environment. Every girl who gains and accepts a place at the school will be visited in her Primary school. She is then invited to an Induction Day in July so that she can become familiar with the buildings and meet the members of her new tutor group and her form teacher.  Parents are invited to a meeting in the Summer Term before admission. For girls who join the school at a later stage, care is taken to ensure that they settle in as quickly as possible.

 

Expectations for Girls Behaviour:

We are a caring and considerate community where individuals are treated fairly and with respect and where the girls treat each other and their environment with care. The girls are expected to maintain a high standard of personal behaviour so that they can pursue their studies unhindered and community life can run smoothly. We have a few clear and simple rules which reflect the aims of the school and we seek to minimise the need for sanctions through encouragement and praise. Rewards are given for exceptional work, effort, service and achievement in all walks of school life.

 

Girls are able to catch up or repeat a piece of work during the lunch-times if necessary.  More serious problems with work and behaviour may result in the girl being placed on report. Parents will be involved as appropriate in any discussions involving the behaviour of their daughter.

 

Curriculum:

Torquay Girls' Grammar School provides all students with a broad, balanced curriculum taught by well-qualified staff who are specialists in their individual subjects. Teaching styles are designed to enhance the learning experience. Factual knowledge must be supported by reasoning and understanding so that the girls can adapt readily to the demands of the rapidly changing world.

 

In Years 7-9, Key Stage 3, students study Art, English, French, German, Geography, History, Information Technology, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Religious Education, Science and Technology.

 

In Years 10 – 11, Key Stage 4, all girls continue to study English Language and Literature, Mathematics, Double Award Science, at least one Modern Foreign Language, one Humanity and Physical Education. At this stage English, French, Mathematics and Science are taught in sets or in teaching groups according to their other option choices. In addition four options are selected from Art, Business Studies, Dance, Drama, French, Geography, German, History, Latin, Religious Education, Music, Physical Education and Technology.

 

At the time when these choices are made, parents' meetings are held at which all the appropriate subject teachers and specialist careers staff are available.

Sport

Games and athletics form a large part of out-of-school activities. There are opportunities for all girls to  take part in team or individual sporting activities. Hockey, netball, tennis, badminton, rounders, swimming, outdoor pursuits, volleyball, athletics and football are available. There is an extensive programme of fixtures and girls are encouraged to attend extra coaching sessions as well as area and country trials. Gym and Dance clubs flourish in the school.

 

From Year 10 students are able to make use of various sporting facilities in the area on a small group basis, such as squash, swimming, horse riding, sailing and windsurfing. A popular option is skiing at the local dry ski slope where girls can work towards the British Alpine Ski Awards. Every year a group from the school enjoys the Ski Experience at a resort in Europe. All ages and abilities are catered for and all participants are given tuition in the basic skills on the dry slope before they get to the snow.

 

Girls interested in water sports can take part in the Mediterranean Holiday in France or Spain which is organised every two years. Some of the activities experienced are water-skiing, windsurfing, kayaking, snorkelling, sailing and banana boat riding.  Younger students have the opportunity to spend a weekend at Grenville House.

Clubs & Activities

During the school day there are many clubs and societies open to all in the school. These include:

 

Regenerate

 

The group meets on a lunchtime during the week to relax and discuss relevant topics from a Christian point of view.  It is run by a student from Bristol Baptist College working alongside Linx Christian Youth Trust and supported by members of the Sixth Form.  Girls from all years are welcomed into the group to have fun and build up invaluable relationships.

 

Dartmoor Society

image of Ten Tors team

 

This society is open to girls in Years 9-13 who have an interest in walking and camping on Dartmoor. Girls learn navigational skills, the value of co-operation and interdependence and gain an appreciation of the environment. Activities take place on alternate weekends throughout the winter.

 

We have established a strong tradition of involvement in the annual Ten Tors challenge. The emphasis is on team work as the girls walk and camp together on Dartmoor in all sorts of weather conditions.

Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme

 

The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme offers an opportunity to participate in a variety of activities.  For each level, bronze, silver and gold, girls must complete a service element, a skill, a physical activity and an expedition.  Help and instruction are provided by staff and volunteers.  As the girls progress through the scheme they are encouraged to become more independent and take on the responsibility for organising their own expeditions and courses.

Traidcraft

 

There is a daily Traidcraft stall in the Haystacks foyer.  It is run by upper school students.  A variety of produce is sold ranging from chocolate and biscuits to small gifts.

Football Club

 

Football training is held on one lunchtime each week.  Girls who enjoy the game at any level can practise their skills.  For those who show a particular aptitude for the sport there are school teams at all age levels.  The school regularly competes in friendly matches, cup competitions and tournaments.  In recent years our teams have achieved some significant successes.

 

Archaeology Club

 

The club is for students interested in ancient history. Visits take place to museums and archaeological sites and there are opportunities to take part in digs.

 

Maths Clinic

 

On two lunchtimes per week help is available from staff for any student who is experiencing difficulties in her study of a particular mathematical topic.

 

Maths Challenge


Our students take part in annual National Competitions at Junior, Intermediate and Senior levels. Questions are interesting, thought provoking and fun and certificates are awarded for levels of success achieved.  Each year a few students are asked to take part in the second round which is much more demanding and many have been very successful.

 

Maths Team Challenge


Teams of four are chosen to take part in problem solving and speed contests.

 

Music

 

There is a strong musical dimension to the school.  The girls have the opportunity to take part in a range of activities including the school choirs and the orchestra.  Others may vary from year to year according to the interests of the girls.

 

Students are able to take up instrumental tuition in many different instruments, both classical and modern.  There is a team of peripatetic staff who work along with the Head of Department to further the girls' musical education.  Girls are encouraged to perform as often as possible.  The choir performs recitals both in and out of school on a regular basis, as does the orchestra and other ensembles.

 

image of school choir

 

Sixth Form Help

 

This is available in various subjects for girls in Year 7 who lack confidence or need a little support on a 'one-to-one' basis with advanced level students from the Sixth Form.

 

Sport

 

image of Sportsmark Award logo

Games and athletics form a large part of out-of-school activities. There are opportunities for all girls to  take part in team or individual sporting activities. Hockey, netball, tennis, badminton, rounders, swimming, outdoor pursuits, volleyball, athletics and football are available. There is an extensive programme of fixtures and girls are encouraged to attend extra coaching sessions as well as area and country trials. Gym and Dance clubs flourish in the school.

 

From Year 10 students are able to make use of various sporting facilities in the area on a small group basis, such as squash, swimming, horse riding, sailing and windsurfing. A popular option is skiing at the local dry ski slope where girls can work towards the British Alpine Ski Awards. Every year a group from the school enjoys the Ski Experience at a resort in Europe. All ages and abilities are catered for and all participants are given tuition in the basic skills on the dry slope before they get to the snow.

 

Girls interested in water sports can take part in the Mediterranean Holiday in France or Spain which is organised every two years. Some of the activities experienced are water-skiing, windsurfing, kayaking, snorkelling, sailing and banana boat riding.  Younger students have the opportunity to spend a weekend at Grenville House.

 

Visits

 

The school has a comprehensive range of trips and visits open to girls of all ages. Some support specific areas of the school curriculum like theatre visits, field trips and our Brittany weeks. Others are offered as additional experiences like our exchange visits to France and Germany. The school is always pleased to gain new links and friendships with our European neighbours.

 

image of students working outdoors

Duke of Edinburgh

The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme offers an opportunity to participate in a variety of activities.  For each level, bronze, silver and gold, girls must complete a service element, a skill, a physical activity and an expedition.  Help and instruction are provided by staff and volunteers.

 

As the girls progress through the scheme they are encouraged to become more independent and take on the responsibility for organising their own expeditions and courses.



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