Welcome booklet

A place where young people are encouraged to ‘Aspire not to have more, but to be more’ within a framework of Catholic Christian

teaching and values.

All are welcome in this place……….

All are welcome in

this place for

academic

excellence, faith

and opportunity,

where our aim is to

inspire and

motivate students

to think ethically, develop

spiritually and achieve highly.

All Hallows Catholic College is a

Voluntary Academy for young people

aged 11 to 18 serving a wide

geographical area of East Cheshire and

also drawing students from parts of

Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Stockport.

We welcome everyone, irrespective of

ability, social class, additional needs or

parents ability to pay. All Hallows

demonstrates that excellent education is

to be found for all in a passionate

commitment to Christian values,

‘All Hallows College is an outstanding school,

characterised by a palpable ethos that combines

gospel values, ethical enterprise and aspiration

for all students to be the best that they can in all

dimensions of their lives.’

OfSTED

‘Aspire not to have more

but to be moreArchbishop Oscar Romero— Our Mission Statement

Aspire not to have more, but to be more...

Honourable Purpose * Respect * Compassion * Co-operation * Stewardship

excellence in teaching, teamwork and a belief in

young peoples potential to become the best that

they can be. We have a thriving inclusion faculty

with specialist provision for students with hearing

impairment.

In matters of faith, we welcome students from the

Catholic community, the wider Christian

community and also other faith backgrounds or

none where families are seeking the distinctive

values and ethos of our college.

In making All Hallows a first choice, our parents,

students and staff have helped to create an

outstandingly successful learning community with

a strong sense of common identity where

everyone feels included and where everyone

can flourish.

Making the right choice for your child’s education

is one of the most important decisions that you, as

a parent, will ever make and you are invited to

consider making All Hallows your first choice.

For further information on the current application

process and admissions arrangements please

refer to our website. www.allhallows.org.uk

Mr. A S Billings, BA(Hons), MA, PGCE, NPQH

Principal | National Leader of Education

‘All Hallows is an outstanding

Catholic College with a strong

sense of Christian community

and it successfully lives

out its mission ‘aspire not

to have more but to be more.’

Shrewsbury Diocese

to have more

to be more’ — Our Mission Statement

A Voluntary Academy | National Support School

An inclusive, harmonious community

reaching out to those in need and serving

the common good in the wider

community.

There is a strong sense of community and family

where everyone works together for the common

good of each other and the wider community.

Our open and welcoming ethos stems from our

Catholic Christian values and our commitment to

building a community which reflects a belief that all

are made in the Image of God and in the wonder of

His creation.

Students are involved in numerous community

projects which connect them with the world on local,

national and global level. They are encouraged to

become ambassadors, learning leaders, mentors and

social entrepreneurs.

‘All Hallows is an inclusive, harmonious

community where all students are known,

nurtured and treated as unique individuals.’

Ofsted

All inclusive and far reaching...


‘Students show an impressive

degree of empathy for people

in different communities

and take effective

action to support them.’

Ofsted


Education for the whole person...

‘Students have a well developed moral sense

and readily articulate the principles of fair trade.

They have an excellent awareness of the beliefs

of people from other cultures, ethnic

backgrounds and religions.’

Ofsted


Providing an education for the whole person, for the

formation of their human character through knowledge

and skills, values and virtues for life in all its fullness.

Our Catholic ethos is based on a strong emphasis on helping students to

‘Aspire not to have more, but to be more’ Archbishop Oscar Romero

They do this through developing a love of learning, discovering,

developing and sharing their talents, gifts and skills and by living the

Christian values of:

Honourable Purpose | Respect | Compassion |

Co-operation | Stewardship


'Have the courage to go

against the tide of current

values which do not conform

to the path of Jesus.'

Pope Francis

‘Relationships between staff and students are

excellent and most lessons are very enjoyable;

some teaching is inspirational.’

Ofsted

Articulate, cheerful and courteous


A learning culture where

students behave exceptionally

well, arrive punctually and

smartly attired to lessons;

where they are articulate,

cheerful and courteous and

have high levels of

concentration.

Students behaviour is outstanding with students reporting that they feel safe

and that bullying is extremely rare because it is dealt with swiftly and

effectively.

Visitors to College comment without exception on our modern Catholic

ethos, smart uniform and sense of pride in being a community.

‘Students behaviour is

outstanding, evidenced by

caring, compassionate

attitudes, a strong sense of

pride in the College and an

eagerness to learn.’ Ofsted


‘Outstanding care, guidance

and support…contributes

greatly to students

happiness, security,

self-esteem and their

good progress.’

Ofsted

Teachers are reflective and eager to

share their professional practice, they

work hard to make lessons

inspirational and relevant to students’

interests and experiences.

Our unique model for teaching and learning

expresses our values and ensures effective

teaching, which fully engages learners.

Inspirational and relevant...


‘As a result of focused leadership, coaching and

action research the quality of teaching is good,

an increasing amount that is outstanding, most

lessons are very enjoyable; some teaching is

inspirational.’

Ofsted

The Teacher Effectiveness Enhancement

Programme model draws on significant

educational research that has identified what is

required of teachers and of learners in order for

them to gain the best learning outcomes

possible. The model, represented in the graphic

is made up of three significant components

each with important elements that are

connected but need to be recognised

individually for their contribution to the teaching

and learning process.

The model includes a six-part lesson planning cycle (in the centre), which

is built on what we know about effective learning. The stages of learning

are shared with students so they can reflect on how to improve their own

learning.

The commitment of the teaching and support staff at All

Hallows is exceptional and this was acknowledged in a

regional teaching award for being ‘Outstanding School

Team of the Year.’

‘Lessons are planned according

to a consistent framework that

enables students to learn

sequentially and

reflectively.’

Ofsted


A broad and balanced

curriculum with a variety

of learning pathways, is

continually reviewed

and developed to meet

the needs of students in

an ever-changing world.

Our curriculum, which includes

R e l i g i o u s E d u c a t i o n , i s

enhanced through specialism in

Business, Ethical and Social

Enterprise and Languages.

Two foundation secondary

years in Years 7 and 8 help

students to focus on the

knowledge and skills required for

future success. This stage is

underpinned by an emphasis,

not only on subject knowledge

but developing learning skills,

including literacy, numeracy,

information technology and

Balanced curriculum and learning pathways...


‘The College’s specialism in business and

enterprise make a powerful contribution to

students’ experiences and outcomes.’

Ofsted

‘The College’s outstanding

curriculum is continually

renewed and developed

to meet the needs of

students.’

Ofsted

entrepreneurship.

Students start GCSE and other Level 2 courses in

Year 9, a year earlier than in some schools. This

helps to increase learning choices and optimise

achievement by the end of Year 11.

In addition to French, German and Spanish all

students have the opportunity to study Mandarin,

a major language for international business, and

Latin, which underpins an understanding of the

structure of the English language.

The curriculum is further enhanced through the

international dimension, enterprise learning days

and opportunities for outdoor learning through our

College farm and gardens.

In Year 12 and 13 there is an extensive choice of A

Levels for students and also a variety of Level 2

and 3 vocational courses to cater for all needs in

our highly successful Sixth Form.


The Holy Family of Nazareth Catholic Academy Trust

All Hallows Catholic College became the first

Catholic voluntary academy in Cheshire East

established with the assistance of the Diocese of

Shrewsbury. The Holy Family of Nazareth Catholic

Academy Trust, will support partner primaries who

wish to become academies and further enhance the

work of the All Hallows Learning Community.

All Hallows Training Academy

All Hallows is a place where teacher learning is

central to the development of outstanding teaching

and all staff participate in a well structured

professional development programme. The College,

as a national Teacher Effectiveness Enhancement

Programme Champion School, showcases a powerful

model of teaching and learning to other schools and

colleges. All Hallows staff have trained many

hundreds of teachers in other schools and benefited

greatly from this experience. Additionally the College

offers Schools Direct Training Places, Lead Practitioner

Accreditation and National College Leadership

qualifications.

The Academy and admissions...


99% of parents would recommend

All Hallows to another parent OfSTED Parent View—March 2013 ….

Admissions / Applications

For further details about All Hallows Catholic College and how to apply

for a place for your child, please visit our website, telephone the

Principal’s PA, or email as below:

All Hallows Catholic College

Brooklands Avenue

Macclesfield

Cheshire

SK11 8LB

Tel: 01625 426138

Fax: 01625 468126

E-Mail: [email protected]

Admissions: [email protected]

Website: www.allhallows.org.uk


'I have come so that they

may have life and have

it in all its fullness.'

Jesus Christ (John 10:10)

mailto:[email protected]


All are welcome at

All Hallows Catholic College

Come in and visit our

wonderful Church College

All Hallows Catholic College Brooklands Avenue

Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 8LB

Tel: 01625 426138 Fax: 01625 468126

E-Mail: [email protected]

Admissions: [email protected]

www.allhallows.org.uk



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