Welcome to UCC!

When your child enrols at UCC there are some consent forms we need completed and lots of information for you to read.

We try and do the majority of this electronically for ease, but we do provide a paper copy of the Parent Student Guide for easy reference.

You can access the General Consent Form at the bottom of this page, everything you need to read, to give informed consent, is also on this page.

Scroll down for consent forms.

You do only need to complete these once.

Any queries please do not hesitate to contact us.

Home – School Agreement

Parents/Carers

Will:

• Make sure my child attends school regularly and on time. I will notify the school if my child will be absent
• Make sure my child is dressed in the correct uniform and brings the necessary equipment to school
• Support the school to make sure my child maintains a consistently high standard of behaviour
• Encourage my child to try their best so they can reach their full potential
• Communicate to the school any concerns that I have about my child that may affect their behaviour in school or ability to learn
• Make sure communication with the school is respectful, and that I make every reasonable effort to address my communications to the appropriate member of staff
• Understand that I should communicate with staff during core school hours, and although they may at times respond outside of those hours, I can’t always expect that
• Make sure that my child completes their homework on time and raises any issues with their teachers
• Read and follow the school’s policies, particularly the behaviour policy that can be found on https://ullswatercc.co.uk/policies/
• Treat all members of the school community with care and respect
• Engage in parent meetings and work together with the school in order to achieve the best outcomes for my child
• Read any communications sent home by the school and respond where necessary

The School

We will:

• Support your child’s wellbeing and safety by providing a safe, supportive and caring environment
• Help and encourage your child to reach their full potential
• Monitor and update on your child’s progress at parent meetings and in annual written reports
• Communicate any concerns about your child’s attendance/behaviour/wellbeing with you as their parent/carer, and respond to any concerns from your child or parents/carers
• Provide a broad and balanced curriculum that caters for all children
• Promote high standards of behaviour, and outline clear expectations in our behaviour policy so we can maintain a safe environment for all children
• Set homework that supports the delivery of the curriculum and mark it where appropriate
• Offer opportunities for parents and carers to get involved in school life
• Communicate between home and school through notices, newsletters, text, email and the school website
• Respond to communications from parents within 48hrs, following school policies

The Student

Will:

• Arrive at school and my lessons every day on time and ready to learn
• Try my best to do my work and ask for help if I need it
• Do my homework on time and raise any issues with my teachers
• Speak to an adult about any issues I’m experiencing that may affect my work or behaviour
• Speak to an adult about any concerns I have about my or other students’ safety
• Wear the correct school uniform
• Bring to school all the equipment I need each day
• Treat all members of the school community with care and respect
• Understand and follow the school rules
• Look after school equipment, and show respect for the school environment and local community

Permissions and Consent Agreement

Regular Out of School Visits/Activities

By signing the General Consent Form I am agreeing to my child participating in recognised activities off site, but only if the visit is within the County or neighbouring area, for example, local environmental studies, swimming, joint sporting activities with other schools, carol service, sponsored walks, visits to local museums, shops, businesses, charity organisations, schools and further education colleges.

I understand that:

• I will be informed of the dates and nature of the activities prior to them taking place and will consequently have an opportunity to revoke this general consent if, in a particular situation, I wish to do so
• Such activities will not often extend beyond the school day, but that if, occasionally, they are likely to do so, adequate advance notice will be given so that I can decide whether or not to consent to this and, if so, make appropriate arrangements for their safe return home
• My specific permission will be sought for any out-of-school activities beyond those outlined above and which could involve commitment to extend journeys or times, expense or hazards
• All reasonable care will be taken of my child in respect of the activity/visit
• My child will be under an obligation to obey all directions given and observe all rules and regulations governing the visit/activity and will be subject to all normal school discipline during the visit/activity
• Any medical condition or physical disabilities will be notified to the school now and as or when they arise
• All students are covered by the Westmorland & Furness Council’s third-party public liability insurance in respect of any claim arising from an accident caused by a defect in the school premises or equipment or attributable to negligence by the Council or one of their employees.  These arrangements do not provide personal accident cover

Code of Conduct for use of Internet and Email

Student Code

I will:

• Sign the school’s acceptable use agreement before I use school ICT resources
• Only access sites which are appropriate for use in school – this also applies outside lesson time
• Be aware that my actions on the Internet can be seen by others
• Be aware that information on an Internet website may be inaccurate or biased. I will try to verify the information using other sources, if possible, before using it
• Be careful of what I say to others and how I say it.  I will never give my name, home address, telephone numbers or any personal information about myself, or others, to any strangers I write to or talk with on the Internet.  I will never arrange to meet strangers who approach me whilst on the computer; anyone can pretend to be someone else.  Someone pretending to be a friend may not have my best interests at heart
• Treat others as I would expect to be treated, e.g. show respect and be polite
• Always tell my teacher or another adult if I ever see, hear or read anything which makes me feel uncomfortable while using the Internet or e-mail
• Respect copyright and trademarks.  I cannot use the words or pictures that I see on an Internet site without giving credit to the person that owns the site.  I must not copy text or pictures from the Internet and hand it in to a teacher as my own work
• Check with a teacher before: Sending an email, Downloading files, Completing questionnaires or subscription forms, Opening email attachments

I will NOT:

• Send, access or display offensive messages or pictures
• Use or send bad, threatening or annoying language nor any language which might be perceived to incite hatred against any ethnic, religious or other minority
• Intentionally waste resources, e.g. print multiple or unnecessary copies

Please note:

Students should always log out when your session has finished. User areas on the school network will be closely monitored and staff may review your files and communications to maintain system integrity. Failure to follow the code will result in immediate loss of access and further disciplinary action will be taken if appropriate.  If applicable, external agencies may be involved: certain activities may constitute a criminal offence and we will always report criminal activities.

Parent/Carer Code

Online channels are an important way for parents/carers to communicate with, or about, our school. When communicating with the school via official communication channels, or using private/independent channels to talk about the school;

I will:

• Be respectful towards other parents/carers and children, members of staff, and the school
• Direct any complaints or concerns through the school’s official channels, so they can be dealt with in line with the school’s complaints procedure and in a constructive and appropriate way

I will NOT:

• Use private groups or personal social media to complain about or criticise the school or members of staff
• Use private groups or personal social media to complain about, or try to resolve, a behaviour issue involving other students. I will contact the school and speak to the appropriate member of staff if I’m aware of a specific behaviour issue or incident
• Upload or share photos or videos on social media of any child other than my own, unless I have the permission of the other child’s parents/carers