Pastoral Care

"All the staff at the school promote high quality pastoral care and effective discipline; they encourage a strong aspirational ethos and a strong feeling of respect for others and their environment." Diocese Inspection Report 2011

At Nicholas Breakspear, each individual student is valued as a unique individual. We know our students well and they are happy here. A tried and tested system of pastoral care, based upon sound relationships between students, parents, form tutors and heads of year ensures that each student has a supportive environment in which to flourish. We keep parents informed with regular written and verbal reports. Our "Open Door" policy ensures that no problem is ignored or allowed to get out of hand.

We address behaviour issues through a strong pastoral system and clear line management responsibilities. The PSHE programme at Nicholas Breakspear addresses the topics of Bullying, Racial Discrimination and Gender issues at various stages through a student's career. Expectations of behaviour are set out in our Home/School Agreement and Code of Conduct. We are always willing to speak to parents with any concerns.

"The pupils value the caring attitude of the staff, who support them with their difficulties and challenges." Diocese Inspection Report 2011

Heads of Year

Year 7

Miss K Price

Year 8

Miss A Speechley

Year 9

Mr. G Kiely

Year 10

Miss A Kenneally

Year 11

Mr M Forni

Year 12 & 13

Mr C Bell