Read our Contacting or Working with Ofsted: privacy notice to see what we do with your personal information. endstream endobj 229 0 obj <>stream Holcombe Grammar School URN: 136594 Address: Holcombe, Maidstone Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6JB Rating and reports Latest inspection Outstanding Good Requires Improvement Inadequate All reports. %%EOF Thanks, we will get in touch if a place becomes available. It is caused by a parasite spread by infected triatomine bugs. Contact your insurance company promptly if you are referred to a medical facility for treatment. Plus we can show how many full-time teachers there are at the school. In some cases, it can lead to severe dengue, which can be fatal. This building houses one large first floor room used as an exam room and Sixth Form study area. The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety. Children who attend a primary school in the area will take the 11 Plus exam at their current school, while those living outside the area will take the exam in an independent test centre. Exact distances are measures using ordnance survey maps to provide a fair assessment. The school moved to its current site in the 1920s, with its premises based around Holcombe Manor. Stay home if youre sick and practise proper cough and sneeze etiquette, which includes coughing or sneezing into a tissue or the bend of your arm, not your hand. endobj Decision reference: case reference number ADA3429, Type of decision: objection to admission arrangements - partially upheld. Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Figures below show the proportion of young people who dropped out of education, training or work within 3 months. Anyone who has not completed a vaccine series is at increased risk of being infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 and is at greater risk for severe disease when travelling internationally. Though not common, express kidnappings involving tourists have occurred in Argentina. 249 0 obj <>stream Email: office@holcombegrammar.org.uk. Armed robberies and muggings occur in urban centres. If you are a Canadian citizen, but also a citizen of Argentina, our ability to offer you consular services may be limited while you're there. ADA 3373: Holcombe Grammar School PDF, 378 KB, 31 pages Details Decision reference: ADA3373 Type of decision: objection to admission arrangements - partially upheld School type: academy. Your safety and security could be at risk. These criteria will be the same for internal and external transfers and will be published in its prospectus and on its website. I receive valuable information from the school about my child's progress. More about mass gatherings (large-scale events). The English test is usually a 50-minute essay with 10 minutes of planning time. Upon entry into and exit from Argentina, all passengers, regardless of their citizenship, must undergo biometrics checks, such as digital fingerprints and a digital photograph, at the immigration counter. All those travelling to regions with a risk of hepatitis A infection should get vaccinated. More about trekking in Aconcagua Provincial Park, potential entry requirements related to yellow fever, Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada, American trypanosomiasis (Chagas disease), List of Canadian Central Authorities for the Hague Convention, International Child Abduction: A Guidebook for Left-Behind Parents, Canadian embassies and consulates by destination, https://www.Canada.ca/Canada-And-Argentina, distracting the victim by asking questions while another person perpetrates the theft. The inspection details are correct as of March 31, 2019. Grammar school entrance is governed by the School Admissions Code, who set out criteria that every local authority needs to follow. Many operators do not conduct regular safety checks. The information provided about Holcombe Grammar School was believed to be correct at the time of publishing. It can hamper overland travel and reduce the provision of essential services. Dengue can cause flu-like symptoms. How does Holcombe Grammar School do when it comes to GCSE results in just English and Maths and what percentage of pupils pass those at A* to C or 9 to 4 grades? Click the Learn More button below: You can now purchase a bundle of all of our recommended resources for the Mathematics section of the Medway 11+ Exam at a large discount. The government introduced the Attainment 8 measure in 2016 (although some schools chose to opt in a year earlier). Bookmark this page? 191 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<43D390650D905846A3FB555D68C7A83E>]/Index[175 26]/Info 174 0 R/Length 81/Prev 72104/Root 176 0 R/Size 201/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream They will not count as a sibling link for a place. %PDF-1.5 Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. When travelling to areas where infected insects may be present: To learn more about how you can reduce your risk of infection and disease caused by bites, both at home and abroad, visit our insect bite prevention page. All applications started or completed now will be considered late applications. You may be required to produce photo identification, such as a drivers licence or a photocopy of your passport, when paying with a credit card. There is also data on the proportion who stayed in education. Students who already have a brother or sister at the school are sometimes given priority places. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination. This may be because the school is new or because it is very small so data has been suppressed to avoid identifying individual pupils. Usecode:EPPDISCOUNT, For specialist resources for CAT, ISEB Pretest, CEM Select and UKiset exams, visit our other site: Pretest Plus. hb```x; eaXhP-D,Cc D ^w45U1gdhg`c80TS.gP+z9 %@ e u You can change your cookie settings at any time. In Buenos Aires, be cautious in all tourist areas, particularly in: In La Boca, always remain on Caminito Street. The Tube fare to Holcombe Grammar School costs about 1.60 - 5.50. Schools that strive to admit pupils of all abilities often do so through the two types of banding criteria. What proportion of pupils are classed as persistent absentees (missing 10% or more of all sessions)? Women travelling alone may be subject to some forms of harassment and verbal abuse. Well send you a link to a feedback form. They should decide on a case-by-case basis whether their specialist curriculum is . Data may be missing for some indicators because it has not been published. If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Usecode:EPPDISCOUNT, For specialist resources for CAT, ISEB Pretest, CEM Select and UKiset exams, visit our other site: Pretest Plus. You have accepted additional cookies. Find out what types of insects are present where youre travelling, when theyre most active, and the symptoms of the diseases they spread. How does Holcombe Grammar School perform on each of the areas inspected by Ofsted? For the Holcombe Grammar School 11+ exam, we would recommend the following resources: You can now purchase a bundle of all of our recommended resources for the Verbal Reasoning section of the Medway 11+ Exam at a large discount. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and heavy fines. If you must hail a taxi, ensure that it is marked radio-taxi and that the companys name and telephone number are clearly visible. Children who are in care or have special needs are given priority places. If the school has an interview process, it can be beneficial to prepare your child by discussing topical news issues that show an awareness of the world around them. Make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays. The school comprises several buildings, most notably the former Holcombe Manor. The higher the average score the better pupils at the school are doing. The tests are designed to assess and target 23% of the children in the year group. There are currently five school houses, which are named after ships constructed at the historic Chatham Dockyard located nearby. Subscribe to our newsletter to hear about special offers & new products! 10% off orders above 70 and 20% off orders above 250. In 2017, the most recent results available, 93% of pupils at Holcombe Grammar School gained at least 5 A* to C or 9-4 grade GCSES including English and Maths at 9 to 4. You can now purchase a bundle of all of our recommended resources for the English section of the Medway 11+ Exam at a large discount. 3)Jc%j 3^gel9>G-gA; When travelling to Iguaz Falls, exercise caution when crossing the tri-border area between Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay, where criminal activities are known to occur. Some infections, such as rabies and influenza, can be shared between humans and animals. Seasonal influenza occurs worldwide. If there is a topic you would like to have covered, or if you have some information that you would like to share, please get in touch and we can make it happen! Pop your email into the box below to receive a link to this article so you can easily refer back to it later. Ardent was called Hawkins before 2020, when Admiral John Hawkins's connection to the slave trade was highlighted; the school researched other more suitable Chatham-built ships and the students chose the name Ardent.[9]. About Yellow FeverYellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada* It is important to note thatcountry entry requirementsmay not reflect your risk of yellow fever at your destination. Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you use for travel. Organizing group work and delegating tasks in the absence of the Foreman. Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section). A blank table indicates no recent inspections and as of September 2012, a score of 3 changed from indicating Satisfactory to Requires Improvement. HTMk@xgB v@C=4=wWb9R gY?) The Holcombe Grammar School will also publish academic entry requirements for each course available based upon GCSE grades or other measures of priora ttainment. Thanks, we will get in touch if a place becomes available. Cash withdrawals from foreign bank accounts at ATMs are subject to low limits per withdrawal and per day. Wed like to set additional cookies to understand how you use GOV.UK, remember your settings and improve government services. Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are adequately protected against COVID-19. It is a selective school. endstream endobj startxref It was a bit surreal. Within this criteria, individual schools are able to set their own admissions policies to satisfy their own requirements. The Holcombe Grammar School will also publish academic entry requirements for each course available based upon GCSE grades or other measures of prior attainment. In the event of oversubscription, Holcombe Grammar School applies the following criteria, giving priority to: Looked after, or previously looked after, children Children who have a sibling attending the school Children who have a sibling attending any Trust primary school Children of staff employed by the Trust Child's health reasons 9. Children who are in care or have special needs are given priority places. See Holcombe Grammar School, Chatham, on the map Gary Kirk at English Wikipedia - Transferred from en.wikipedia to Commons., Public domain In the event of oversubscription, Holcombe Grammar School applies the following criteria, giving priority to: Schools within the Medway local authority (LA) use different admissions criteria, so parents are advised to double-check the exact specifications with the school before completing the Common Application Form (CAF). Of the pupils who finished school in 2017, the most recent data available, 100% of pupils stayed on in education or went into employment or training. Extra officers were present throughout the town ahead of the anti-refugee protest. Pleaseclick hereto learn more. In December 2006 new accommodation for art students was finally ready and opened by local artist Billy Childish. H;O0HwTU[ETHU 3)l];k:/t:\^ Pedestrians, cyclists and drivers should exercise caution in Argentina, as it has a high incidence of traffic accidents. Ba3)J+*"EZbUUr2~5+~JzK;[beX ^T-liyKyQkVb^0gAq Keeping a daily log for any . Do not expect medical services to be the same as in Canada. 3 0 obj We usually inspect good schools every 4 years or at any time if we have concerns. J;k4 E%hch=b`j`qMv&'_{K_4g1Ny^0,uI'm D6 8SdM IY4Q4\fxRpfv,gc3t!|nLb[uVl@r25! Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious viral disease. Prior to ascending Mount Aconcagua, contact Mendoza Tourism for more information. Consult a health care professional or visit a travel health clinic preferably 6 weeks before you travel to get personalized health advice and recommendations. The Bus fare to Holcombe Grammar School costs about 1.10 - 3.20. You should think about your need to travel to this country, territory or region based on family or business requirements, knowledge of or familiarity with the region, and other factors. If you are already there, think about whether you really need to be there. (z: 8+PX ?Br Keep informed of regional weather forecasts and plan accordingly. During the academic year 2001/2002 the school was extended out and up from the old Manor to facilitate English, Drama, Psychology and Music, as old mobile classrooms were removed from the site for refurbishment and a lease renewal. If youre a victim of a crime, inform the police and get a police report. Nationally, secondary school pupils missed 5.5% of sessions. School contact details are provided within the post. Holcombe Grammar School Admissions Policy 2023/24 Year 7 Admissions Arrangements The arrangements for coordinated admissions in Medway will be set out in detail in the Medway A booklet for parents Admission to econdary chool, a copy of which will be available with the Principal or from the admissions team at the Education Office. Starting up and closing the lift up, ensuring perfect functioning of the lift by performing safety checks before opening and after closing up the lift. Border crossings can close due to earthquakes. purpose and meet statutory requirements. If the table is blank, it means there are no recent inspections for this school. When places are over-subscribed, some schools, known as super-selective grammars look at the 11 Plus test scores. %PDF-1.5 % This was blocked - and later approved - by the Department for Education with co-educational admission desired for the 2018/19 school year. Those who live closer are given priority. Criminals sometimes wait outside banks to rob people who have just withdrawn cash. (school is in blue). School Website. Figures based on 114 responses up to 27-06-2019. <> You can also see how it compares against other schools across England. Applications close on31st October 2022at 5pm. In cases where students are at risk of being excluded from allocation on the basis of medical, educational, or social grounds, exceptional circumstance criteria can be used alongside professional supporting evidence. We advise that students should plan ahead and make use of relevant practice resources. Thinking Schools Academy Trust (tsatrust.org.uk) Media Enquiries To contact the Holcombe Grammar School media relations team, please telephone 0800 368 7506 (media only), or email communications@tsatrust.org.uk Please note that our media relations team only deals with enquiries from the media. Riptides occur. 0 0 It is a selective school. In its most recent inspection, Ofsted has given Holcombe Grammar School an overall rating of Good. Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another countrys judicial affairs. Road conditions and road safety vary greatly throughout the country. 01/04/2011. Phone: 0333 360 2130. These types of crimes are often carried out using distraction. About Holcombe Grammar School Show on Map with School Catchment Areas Compare to nearby schools Pickpockets and bag snatchers work in pairs or groups and employ a variety of ruses to divert their victims attention. Figures below show what proportion of the pupils, who left school in recent years, continued in education for longer than the first term. The local authority is now using this name. Those with the highest scores are admitted first until all places are filled. Petty crime, such as pickpocketing and purse and cell phone snatching, is common. Consisting of a Skylab-style structure, it was built on stilts above the existing design technology ("D") block, and includes a disabled lift, the first in the school. hbbd``b`: $[AD`q@D During interviews, schools look for evidence of good communication and social interaction and having an awareness of current affairs can demonstrate both these skills. hbbd``b` $k@b |$ Dl b;He4 &d100Fgd` a Talk to a travel health professional about which medications or vaccines may be right for you, based on your destination and itinerary. After a consultation with pupils, staff and parents the name "Holcombe Grammar School" was selected. Because theres such a variation in grammar school admissions, weve put together this post to provide you with a general overview of the grammar school entrance system. Learn more about food and water precautions to take to avoid getting sick by visiting our. In 2002 construction on a new Maths block ("M") began. Debris from erupting volcanoes may clog rivers and cause them to overflow, which could in turn cause flash floods and landslides. The schools adjudicator's admission objection decision about Holcombe Grammar School. Even peaceful demonstrations can turn violent at any time. What is the pupil:teacher ratio at Holcombe Grammar School and how does it compare to the national average? [5] The previous report (2012) stated that the school was satisfactory, specifically because "students' achievement and the quality of teaching are not consistently good or better in all areas". In the event of an earthquake or volcanic eruption: Seasonal flooding may occur in Argentinas northern provinces. Pass mark: Aim for 80%+ in our practice tests. 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It went on to inform the parties that one of the other schools subject to an objection was Alcester Grammar School in Warwickshire, and that the objection to its arrangements would be the first to be considered. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Below 0 doesn't mean pupils have made no progress or negative progress, just less progress than comparable pupils. Figures below show what proportion of the half day sessions were missed by pupils and how this compares to the local and national averages. !ycw_Cc`VUo|;$#:>^}+'d1zW|qFX;/V%6,"-dUjpjg#y0F902`}<6VM#Q#}"p8*3HAEm @XPuBE']hJq/RApqhovO~OKmm>9j|yX?ohpzHDq"gU e2_i?P 4r>QH4^bIz$2x}yDvqu=*~Ka;QTBQ\bP- F; HK0&_ (L> nMMA>\~re>8pSB"U!dg(o8sQ/s`AOke,8R(4-@YB2`EMP#yqo]%ohu We do not make assessments on the compliance of foreign domestic airlines with international safety standards. Use our Ofsted Parent View Survey to tell us what you think of this school or your childs experiences. While vaccination provides better protection against serious illness, you may still be at risk of infection from the virus that causes COVID-19. You should carry an international driving permit. Yellow feveris a disease caused by a flavivirus from the bite of an infected mosquito. Many illnesses can be caused by eating food or drinking beverages contaminated by bacteria, parasites, toxins, or viruses, or by swimming or bathing in contaminated water. Good health care is available in Buenos Aires but may be limited elsewhere. In some cases, grammar school places are given to pupils whose parents or close relatives are teachers at the school. More details about Holcombe Grammar Schools admissions process are available on the school website. Faith schools are able to prioritise pupils based on their religion and involvement in a certain faith. :KXb~$-)Jk/)R !X4Bk1e"e2;~> I (%)gGj>uW|. Follow this advice to lower your risk of becoming ill while travelling. Here Holcombe Grammar School, Holcombe, Maidstone Road, Chatham, ME4 6JB, is put into focus to show its scores in relation to other schools in the area. There is no vaccine available for chikungunya. iGCdp*_ezaN3ZzJ]}z+Hk?l_:P@>U%`5z8ST"s1p_.+ R.3.kyR. Travellers visiting regions with a risk of typhoid, especially those exposed to places with poor sanitation, should speak to a health care professional about vaccination. While finances are not included in our calculation of how good schools are, many schools publish information about how much they are spending on pupils' education. Discuss travel plans, activities, and destinations with a health care professional. Does Holcombe Grammar School have a catchment area? Prior to applying for a place, parents are advised to attend the schools open event to get more information about the admissions process. If you are pregnant, always use condoms correctly or avoid sexual contact with anyone who has travelled to this country for the duration of your pregnancy. The provinces of San Juan, Mendoza, Salta, Jujuy and Tucuman are in a seismic zone and are subject to earthquakes. In 2018, 33% of pupils at Holcombe Grammar School had entries in all EBacc subject areas and 25% achieved the EBacc, with a standard pass in English and Maths, while 20% achieved it with a strong pass in those subjects. Customs officials may ask you to show them a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay. [2] The school has changed name in advance of becoming co-educational and plans to change all references from "Chatham Grammar School for Boys" to "Holcombe Grammar School" over academic year 2016/17. Schools that have opened in recent years and are yet to have pupils sit GCSEs are flagged as NEW, and are not scored on any of the indicators. Holcombe Grammar School School contact details: School Office. Grammar schools sometimes give priority to pupils from partnered feeder schools.