Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Information about Health Science Staff members: Mr A Ingham (AJI) Curriculum Leader of Food, Health and Social Care and teacher of Health Education Mrs A Hayes (EAH) Teacher - Food and Health & Social Care and Health Education Mrs A Henderson (AMH) Teacher - Food and Health & Social Care and Health Education (part time) Ms E Brown (EBR) Teacher Curriculum Intent Key Stage 3 Food Learners will independently develop creative, technical and safe practical expertise in order to perform everyday food preparation and cooking techniques, which will allow them to feed themselves affordably and well, now and in later life with a nutritious and balanced diet. There will also be opportunities for learners to explore possible career pathways in this sector. Key Stage 4 Hospitality and Catering The Hospitality and Catering Curriculum is designed to support learner’s progression into further study or prepare for future employment. Learners will explore a variety of careers and settings from the Hospitality and Catering industry. Learners will understand and apply the principles of nutrition and health to plan menus and recipes, and to create and present dishes in order to meet customer requirements. Learners will understand the characteristics of ingredients and be able to use the most appropriate cooking methods and techniques in order to meet a brief, whilst taking into consideration and adhering to current health and safety legislation. Key Stage 4 Health and Social Care The Health and Social Care Curriculum is designed to support learners progression into further study or prepare for future employment in Health Social Care or the Early years child care sector. Health Science Scheme of work Key Stage 3 - Food Download Key Stage 4 - Health & Social Care Download Key Stage 4 - Hospitality and Catering Download

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh A message from our Headteacher I would like to offer you a very warm welcome to George Stephenson High School. Our school has an extremely positive ethos, with very strong pastoral and academic guidance and a real emphasis on learning. We believe that the support, care and welfare of our students are second to none. This school is, and will always be, fully inclusive and puts the students at the very centre of all that we do. George Stephenson High School is an 11-18 high school with excellent facilities for learning. It is a happy, safe and enjoyable place to be with a purposeful atmosphere. Students are encouraged and supported throughout their time to achieve highly and fulfil their potential in all aspects of school life. We take pride in our students, value our staff and relentlessly strive to improve as an educational provider. The school has continued to improve significantly, building up a reputation as a lively, caring school and an exciting place for students to learn which has meant that we have been oversubscribed for many years. I was delighted to be appointed as Headteacher of our incredible school in 2022. Since then we have consulted with parents, students, teachers and governors to develop our vision for the future. Ambition, Respect and Community were chosen as our core values. We make no apologies about doing everything we can to ensure all of our students achieve the best grades possible as this will be the key stepping stone to their future success. Our excellent track record of results and destination data are testament to this. However we also want our students to develop as well rounded, kind and thoughtful people with the courage to seize opportunities and the initiative and resilience to deal well with life beyond school. We value the individual differences of our students and encourage them to succeed in everything they do. We achieve this through providing excellent teaching, fostering the very best relationships, having a broad and enriched curriculum, having high aspirations and collaborating widely with a range of partners. As Head Teacher, I am immensely proud of the George Stephenson High School community. We are ambitious in everything we do and have the highest expectations of students and staff. We want to support everyone to be the best they can be and will do all we can to achieve this. If you would like to visit our school you are very welcome. Kind regards Peter Douthwaite Headteacher Read the latest Headteachers Bulletin Press here

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh General Information General Information George Stephenson High School is proud of its working relationships with parents and carers. We are committed to working closely with parents so that we can help every student succeed in school and we are always striving to develop and improve our links with parents. In this section you will find information on:- Admissions, general school information (including uniform and school policies), governor information and the school's involvement in the Leading Parent Partnership Award. The 'For Parents' section contains useful information about the school and how we will support your child. It also provides advice and guidance for you as a parent/carer to help you work with us in a successful family-school partnership. Here you will find information on: - Care, guidance and support (including the Parent Guide), SEN provision and Safeguarding information, Parents' Forum, Extra-curricular activities and our School Prospectus. We hope that you will find this information helpful both in answering queries and supporting your child's education. If you have any suggestions about how we could make improvements to this section of the website, please contact us to let us know. On this page, we have included some important information about the school which we hope you will find useful. Attendance and Punctuality Children's attainment and achievement is directly linked to high school attendance. According to school data children who are persistently absent regularly miss their targets and miss out. School starts at 8.25 a.m. Students should be in their tutor rooms by this time. Students are expected to attain a minimum of 95% attendance or above - this means no more than 10 days leave for any reason in any year. All students compete for attendance awards each half-term term. To find out more information about our Attendance Policy, please call the school and speak to Kath Williams, Deputy Headteacher, our Education Welfare Officer (EWO) or our Attendance Officer. Click here for further information on Attendance. Parents are advised that holidays will not be authorised in term time. School Uniform All students are expected to wear full school uniform at all times. The uniform (including guidance on jewellery allowed in school) is described in this General School Information section, in the Guide for Parents and in the student planner. Home School Agreement Every school is required by law to have a Home School Agreement. This is to ensure that families and schools are working together to support children's learning and development in the best possible way. You will be asked to read and sign the agreement when your child starts at George Stephenson High School. Complaints If parents are dissatisfied in any way with the curriculum or school organisation we encourage them to take their concern to their child's Guidance Manager in the first instance, then to the Deputy and/or Headteacher. If they are still not satisfied they can write to the Chair of Governors at the school address. Schools must have a complaints procedure in place in order to meet requirements laid down in the Education Act 2002. Any parent has the right to enter a formal complaint if he or she thinks that certain things are not being done properly. Copies of the Local Authority's Complaints Policy and Procedure followed by the school are available on this website or on request from the school. Illnesses and Accidents If your son/daughter feels unwell or has had an accident he or she must report it to a teacher straight away. Normally they will be sent to the school office where a trained First Aider will take care of them. If students are too ill to remain at school parents will be contacted in order for suitable arrangements to be made. The First Aid provision in school is managed by Mrs Emmerson - please do not hesitate to contact her if you have any queries or concerns. Contact Telephone Numbers Parents are responsible for providing the school with some point of contact for their child, for example, a telephone number at home and at work as well as the telephone number of a friend, relative or neighbour. It is very important that parents keep the school up to date regarding any change of contact details. Medicines Please note that the school is unable to issue paracetamol or any other such medicines to students. Prior to staff administering any medication or student self-medication the school must have written consent from the parent/guardian. In order to comply with Government legislation we also require written confirmation of instructions from a health practitioner. There are three situations which may arise: Staff to administer medication on an adhoc basis (usually short term treatment) Staff to administer medication for more complex medical needs Student to carry/administer their own medication If your child has any of the above medical needs, please contact the main school office as soon as possible and they will arrange for the relevant form to be issued for you to complete. Parents are kindly requested to keep inhalers updated as required. The First Aid provision in school is managed by Mrs Emmerson - please do not hesitate to contact her if you have any queries or concerns. Parents' Information and Newsletters A leaflet display in the visitors reception area which provides information about the school, extended services and family learning and is updated regularly. Our school administration team are always willing to give information you may need. We keep a file of letters sent home to parents. Achievement for All At George Stephenson High School we follow the Achievement for All behaviour and rewards system to encourage positive behaviour within our school environment. Rewards are made at class and on a whole school level. High standards of behaviour are actively encouraged across the school. We help students to resolve their differences and conflicts in positive and constructive ways so that they may learn the skills to do so independently. We encourage students to report all incidents of name-calling, including racist names, violence or bullying. These incidents are taken very seriously and are recorded and dealt with swiftly. To find out more information about Achievement for All, please refer to the Parent Guide and your child's planner. Care, Guidance and Support: The Guidance System The main school is organised into a strong guidance system, made up of five year groups, each with a Guidance Manager, Achievement Support Co-ordinator and a team of Form Tutors. The work of our guidance system is based on raising achievement and supporting students in every possible way as they progress through the school. Student Voice We have a Year Committee for each year group and a School Committee which meets every term. Two elected students represent each tutor group on each Year Committee and two elected students from each year group are on the School Committee. The committees set their own agenda and pace of meetings. We value student voice and are committed to inviting the student's opinions and including their ideas in the management of the school and local issues.

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Information about Parent Mail Parent Mail To log in to ParentMail click here We’d like to encourage all parents to download the APP as there are a number of benefits both to you and the school: You don’t need to login to pick up messages or attachments when you use the App. The App stores all the messages we send you in one place. Every message sent arrives as an instant alert on your mobile. You help save us money! You can download the App for free from the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Information about Year 6 Transition Year 6 Transition We would like to extend a warm welcome to Year 6 students who will be joining us in September. Here you will find some fun and useful transition activities which you could complete to help you get ready for high school. Over the coming weeks, we will add key information about starting at George Stephenson High School. Any queries can be emailed to enquiries@gshs.org.uk . Year 6 Student Transition Booklet Download Personal Development Download School Uniform Take me there Be Awesome, Go Big Transition Project Take me there The School Day Take me there Plan of School Download Year 6 iLearn Transition Download School Catering Take me there Scholars Bus Take me there Parents Guide for Year 7 Download Pastoral Support Download A Tour of the School Subject Information Year 6 Spanish Transition Booklet Download Career Information Download Food Year 6 to Year 7 Transition Lesson Download Introduction to Careers in Year 7

Information about George Stephenson High School Uniform Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Information about Uniform Uniform All students are expected to wear school uniform at all times. It is designed to be comfortable, attractive and practical. Having a school uniform avoids competitive dressing and helps to set the tone of the school. Uniform is a key aspect of creating a purposeful learning environment to allow students to work and realise their full potential. As parents and carers we would like to thank you for your continued support in ensuring that high standards are reached. When purchasing new shoes please ensure that they conform to school policy. The school sweater and tie, trousers, skirts and PE polo shirt and sweatshirt must be purchased from our uniform supplier, Emblematic. Please do not be convinced by your child that other items are acceptable for school. Your child's Guidance Manager will always be willing to advise you if you are unsure of any item of school clothing. Downloadables Uniform Guide Download Emblematic Price List Download Uniform Letter to Parents Download How does GSHS Support Families Financially? Download Our uniform supplier contact details: Emblematic Ltd, Unit 26, North Tyne Industrial Estate, Benton, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE12 9SZ. Telephone: (0191) 270 1449 Email: sales@emblematic.co.uk Website: www.emblematic.co.uk Opening Times: Monday-Friday, 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. (also open on Saturday mornings during July, August and September)

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Information about Free School Meals Free School Meals Many parents are eligible for FREE School Meals for their children but are not registering to take up this opportunity. Make sure you – and your child – are not missing out! The term “Free School Meals” refers to a meal that is provided to a child or young person during their lunch break that is paid for out of Government funding. For a child to qualify for a free school meal, their parent or carer must be receiving particular eligible benefits as stated by the Government. About free school meals. You're eligible for free school meals if you receive any of the following benefits: Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance Income-related Employment and Support Allowance Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 The guaranteed element of Pension Credit Child Tax Credit (provided you’re not also entitled to Working Tax Credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190) Working Tax Credit run-on - paid for 4 weeks after you stop qualifying for Working Tax Credit Universal Credit - if you apply on or after 1 April 2018 your household income must be less than £7,400 a year (after tax and not including any benefits you get) If your child is eligible for free school meals, they’ll remain eligible until they finish the phase of schooling (primary or secondary) they’re in on 31 March 2025. Applications can be taken over the telephone by calling (0191) 643 2288 (You will require your National Insurance Number) or by completing the on line form below or print and submit a paper application form. All children in Reception, Year 1 to Year 2 are eligible for Universal Infant Free School Meals, however you are advised to still complete the application form below to register. If you do not complete a free meal application form you will have to pay for meals from Year 3. https://my.northtyneside.gov.uk/category/238/free-school-meals

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Support for families in North Tyenside Support for families in North Tyneside SIGN North Tyneside brings together information about activities, support and services to help people with care and support needs living within North Tyneside. Are you worried about a child? The Front Door Service provides access to all services for children and families in North Tyneside. If you have concerns about the safety or welfare of a child in North Tyneside the Front Door Service is the first point of contact for everyone. Are you worried about your child? - click here GSHS information on helping families in North Tyneside Download

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Special Education Needs Key Staff Ms Louise Dunn - Deputy Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead Mr Alex Lunn - Assistant Headteacher and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead Ms Rebecca Bennett - SENCO Ms Jacci Fuller - Learning Support Centre Manager View our SEND Policy (in our Policies section) Policies Page Educational Psychology Service Leaflet Download SEND Information Report 2024 Download North Tyneside SEND Youth Forum External Link North Tyneside Links to Local Offer External Link SIBS - UK charity representing the needs of siblings External Link NTC Parent Carer event invite Download SEND Friendly Summer 2025 Guide External Link Supporting a Child with ADHD Download Accessibility Policy Download Flyer - Young carers Download NTC - Young carers Download

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Information about Physical Education Staff members: Mr M O'Dea (MTO) Curriculum Leader Mr M Bell (MAB) Teacher / Transition Coordinator Mr M Cartwright (MCA) Teacher / Performance Achievement Leader Mrs C Patrick (CSP) Teacher / Assistant Curriculum Leader - Health Education Miss S Stewart (SST) Teacher Miss A Tatters (ATA) Teacher / Achievement Support Coordinator Year 10 Curriculum Intent The overall intent of the PE Curriculum at George Stephenson is for the students to participate fully, to foster an environment where students can challenge themselves and to enjoy being physically active in their PE lessons. At Key Stage 4 & 5 the intent is to further develop this interest into a strong theoretical knowledge in sport and physical activity to enable students to develop their interest and prepare them for academic sporting destinations or in the job sector at a higher level. The Key Stage 3 curriculum is designed to enable students to experience a broad range of activities that enable them to develop their physical skillset, their leadership and social qualities and enable them to develop a lifelong interest in physical activity and sport. This curriculum provides students with the basis to develop their skills and mind-set towards physical education and to progressively improve their ability to produce required skills in different sports, take responsibility for their own learning and develop key personal skills that can help them in their wider school experience. To ensure that students are given opportunities to develop a lifelong interest in sport and physical activity and provide pathways for students to perform and contribute to the highest possible level both academically and physically. PE Scheme of work Key Stage 3 Download Key Stage 4 Download Key Stage 5 Download

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Information Evenings Information Evenings Please find details below on our Information Evenings. This page will be updated throughout the academic year. 2025 Year 11 Information Evening - September 2025 Download 2024 Year 7 Information Evening - October 2024 Download Year 10 Information Evening - October 2024 Download Year 11 Information Evening - November 2024 Download Year 11 Information Evening - September 2025 Year 11 Information Evening - September 2025 Year 11 Information Evening - September 2025 Year 11 Information Evening - September 2025 Year 11 Information Evening - September 2025

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Downloadable Forms Downloadable Forms To save you from having to come into school to collect forms, simply click on the document/form you want and download it to print at home. Consent Form - Administration of Medication Download Consent Form - Educational Visits and Trips Download Application for Travel Assistance Free travel is available to pupils attending their nearest mainstream school appropriate to their age and faith where the school is more than 2 miles from the home address if under 8 years of age or more than 3 miles if 8 years or over. Children from low-income families, ie those entitled to free school meals or whose parents are in receipt of their maximum level of Working Tax Credit could also be eligible for travel assistance to school. You can find further details here. Access the Application Form here Download