Haberdashers' Adams

Sports

Large, modern sports hall with extensive changing and showering facilities. It has markings and equipment for netball and badminton, and also has cricket nets and mats and 5 aside goals. Sports playing fields (rugby, football, cricket, athletics, cross country) and recently-built sports pavilion with changing facilities and hospitality area at Longford Hall

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Arts

Hamilton Hall is a music and performing arts centre which can seat 200 for a performance or can easily be converted to a rehearsal venue once the seats slide back. Paddock Hall is an open space that can be used for community groups, meetings, drama and dance performances or exercise classes

Library

The Big School Library is at the heart of Haberdashers' Adams, situated in the oldest room in the school. Opening times Monday-Thursday 8:20-17:00, Friday 8:20-16:00

Capital Projects

Recent completion of a new sports hall and fitness suite in 2022. Plans are underway for refurbishment of the main science block, scheduled to begin in 2024.

Sports

Music & Performing Arts

Hamilton Hall is a music and performing arts centre

Clubs & Societies

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Trips & Exchanges

The school offers various educational trips including residential visits, subject-specific trips, and international exchanges. Recent trips have included visits to France, Germany, and various UK destinations for different subjects.

Community Service

Students participate in community service through various programmes including charity fundraising, local community projects, and volunteering opportunities. The school has strong links with local charities and organises regular community service activities.

Uniform

We expect pupils to wear their uniform with pride and be aware that they are representing the school at all times when wearing our uniform

School Meals

The school provides a full catering service with hot meals, sandwiches, and snacks available at break and lunch. Students can pay using a cashless system. Free school meals are available for eligible students. The dining hall can accommodate all students.

Homework Policy

Pupils are required to work hard both within their lessons and with their homework

Behaviour Policy

We expect very high standards of behaviour both inside and outside of school. Pupils are expected to be courteous to each other, members of staff, and to the wider public

Mobile Phone Policy

Mobile phones must be switched off during lessons and may only be used in designated areas during break and lunch times. Phones should not be visible during lessons. The school takes no responsibility for lost or damaged devices.

SEND Provision

The school provides SEND support through its Learning Support department, offering assistance for students with special educational needs and disabilities. Support includes individual learning plans, additional time in exams where appropriate, and specialist teaching assistance.