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ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE BRENTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL The best for your child A s parents, we always want what is best for our child. Why would we want anything less? That is why making a decision about your child’s secondary school is a really important one. As a parent of a Year 6 child, how do you know what school is right for you? Visiting a school is the best way to get a real flavour of the ethos and atmosphere of a place. One parent who visited Brentside last year told us that the minute they came through the gate, they knew Brentside High School was right for their child. For some parents, academic rigour is paramount; for others, it’s ensuring their child is safe, supported and happy. We believe Brentside High School offers all these essential aspects of a really effective school. With outstanding care, guidance and support offered to each and every child, Brentside High School students “make excellent progress” (Ofsted 2016) and we will support and challenge every child to achieve their very best. So what does life loo k like for a Year 7 student at Brentside High School? Exciting, challenging and busy! With the support of an excellent pastoral team, students settle very quickly into secondary school life, where they are encouraged to participate in an extensive range of activities both inside and outside the classroom. Whether it is taking part in a school debate; performing at Disneyland Paris; learning to ski; or chairing the school cabinet; the range of opportunities is endless for Year 7 students. One of our key strengths is the exceptional relationships built between staff and students across the school. “Staff show they care about their students. As a result, there is a supportive culture in which pupils can thrive.”(Challenge Partners 2016). In September we move from an 8 to a 10 form entry; a sign of our growing success. But, as one parent explains, Brentside has the ‘personal touch’ and that’s because our students are at the heart of all that we do. This “diverse and harmonious learning community” (Ofsted 2016) ensures all students achieve their very best. MORE INFORMATION For further information about Brentside High School, please visit our website www.brentsidehigh.ealing.sch.uk and visit us on our open evening. OPEN EVENING Thursday, 29 September 2016 5.30–8.30pm Headteacher’s talks 6pm and 7pm SIXTH FORM OPEN EVENING Thursday, 24 November 2016 5.30–7.30pm Brentside High School Greenford Avenue Ealing W7 1JJ around ealing Autumn 2016 13