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Welcome to Dulwich College Shanghai
Junior School
2011-2012
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Contents
Welcome from the College Headmaster 3
Welcome from the Head of Junior School 4
Junior School Staffing 5
School Life 6
College Calendar 7
Communication 12
Uniform 13
Curriculum 17
Pastoral Care 27
Community 29
Health and Safety 32

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Welcome from the College Headmaster
Welcome to Dulwich College Shanghai
Whether you are reading this as a prospective family, an existing one or you have
joined our College Community this Year, I do hope that you will find the contents of
this booklet helpful to you. It contains a wealth of information about our daily school
life and will cover many of the questions you may have about your child’s educational
Journey with us here at Dulwich College Shanghai.
I believe that our College is a unique school. Our students are cheerful, balanced, at
ease with themselves and each other - yet excited and enthused by the challenges
before them. The College succeeds in combining academic excellence with a wealth of
co-curricular opportunities, all underpinned by a deep commitment to the individual
needs and enthusiasms of each student.
As Headmaster, I believe passionately in the importance of the individual. Every student at Dulwich College Shanghai is
valued in their own right, encouraged to develop his/her talents to the full in a community where there are no stereotypes
and where every achievement, however small, is celebrated.
Our College values are a more specific embodiment of our Philosophy and Objectives and allow us to define our aims in
terms of student experience and development. Our students will develop a well-rounded appreciation for the Academics
and the Arts and they will learn to understand and use technology to fulfil their academic potential. They will learn
to become inquiring independent learners that are willing to take risks and use critical thinking as they embrace the
concepts of lifelong learning. Through their time at the College our Students will learn to express themselves confidently
and appropriately through a variety of media and languages and become principle-centred members of society. They
will learn how to show respect and to accept responsibility for others and for their environment. They will be encouraged
to be generous and caring, show humility, challenge social injustice and inequity and value and respect diversity.
Our Students will be shown that people can make a difference. They will learn to inspire, influence, and collaborate
with others and learn how to manage conflict. They will learn to become socially aware individuals and they will learn
how to show empathy to individuals, groups and society. They will develop self awareness and they will learn how to
understand their own emotions and recognise their impact on others. Through our values our students will develop a
clear sense of identity and self esteem. They will be shown how to control their emotions and impulses and taught how
to adapt to changing circumstances. They will become resilient and will be shown how to be physically healthy. We aim
that our Students will become effective goal setters and have a clear sense of their future.
Welcome from the Head of Junior School
We would like to formally welcome you and your family to the Junior School. Your child is special and as
such it is our duty to ensure that they achieve their full potential in all areas of their development.
Our aim, therefore, is to provide your child with the very best education and support within an environment
that is welcoming, safe and happy.
We believe that all of our children have an entitlement to a well – resourced and rich learning environment
that promotes their sense of responsibility and autonomy.
To achieve this, it is vital that we work together in true partnership, to ensure their wellbeing and that of the
whole school community.
The international community in which we work is one that allows us to foster a sense of a global togetherness.
One in which we can work together to develop an ethos where success and achievement culminates in high
attainment.
We are very excited about welcoming you to our school. Please take time to read through this booklet and
don’t hesitate to contact me should you have any further questions.
Mr. Philip Stewart
Head of Junior School
By instilling these values in our Students we aim to develop well-rounded young people who strive for excellence in all
that they do and we make sure they are well equipped for future success.
And Finally whilst we enjoy excellent facilities in a prime location of one of the most exciting cities in the world, it is our
people that make our College a special place. Our staff embodies a wide range of experience and a wealth of enthusiasm.
Our parents are tremendously supportive and contribute a huge amount of time and energy to College events. Our
students throughout the College are a real delight to teach and have a genuine appetite for learning.
Together we welcome you to Dulwich College Shanghai for the 2011-2012 Academic Year.
Mr. Paul Friend
Headmaster
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Junior School Staffing
Junior School Leadership Team
Head of Junior School: Mr. Philip Stewart
Deputy Head of Junior School: Mrs. Kate Hornshaw
Email : philip.stewart@dulwich-shanghai.cn Email: kate.hornshaw@dulwich-shanghai.cn
Telephone: 021 5899 9910 ext 210 Telephone: 021 5899 9910 ext 190
School Life
Timetable
The creation of the Junior School timetable has been developed to ensure as much consistency and flow during the day.
This gives more understanding of learning to the students and allows them to maximise on the learning opportunities.
Year Group
Year 3
Class Teacher
Ms. Anna Hansen-Just (UK) Year 3 Group Leader
Year Group
Year 5
Class Teacher
Mr. Neil Stephens (UK) Year 5 Group Leader
Monday to Thursday
8.15am
School day begins
Year 3
Year 3
Year 3
Year 3
Year 4
Mrs. Joanna Forde (UK)
Ms. Sahana Fried (UK)
Mr. James Perry (NZ)
Mr. Lukas Wood (NZ)
Ms. Ceri Seymour (UK) Year 4 Group Leader
Year 5
Year 5
Year 5
Year 5
Year 6
Mr. Simon Burgess (UK)
Mrs. Keeley Beauchamp (UK) ICT Coordinator
Mr. Rupert Smale (UK)
Ms. Philippa White (UK)
Mr. Sean Beauchamp (UK) Year 6 Group Leader
10.30am – 10.50am Break time
12.00pm – 1.00pm Lunchtime
1.00pm – 1.30pm Assembly
3:30pm
End of school day
Year 4
Year 4
Year 4
Year 4
Mr. Ryan Scott (NZ)
Ms. Katie Leese (UK)
Mrs. Joanna Thurston (UK)
Mr. Paul Faulkner (AUS)
Year 6
Year 6
Year 6
Year 6
Mr. Khaled Milad (UK) Science Coordinator
Ms. Janine Malin (UK) English Coordinator
Mr. George Pearson (UK) Maths Coordinator
Mrs. Fiona Wood (NZ)
Friday
8.15am
School day begins
8.30am – 9.00am Assembly
10.30am – 10.50am Break time
Specialists
Mandarin Team
12.00pm – 1.00pm
Lunchtime
EAL
Mr. Nick Saunders (JS EAL Coordinator) (UK)
Ms. Jennifer Chen (PRC)
Ms. Sherry Xiao
Ms. Lucy Yu
3.30pm
End of school day
Learning
Support
PE
Music
Art
Library
Ms. Karen Van Voorst (SA)
Ms. Joanna Taylor (UK)
Ms. Yulan Jin (PRC)
Ms. Elle Coughlan (Head of JS PE) (AUS)
Ms. Margaret Dyke (UK)
Ms. Joanne Brooke (Head of JS Music) (UK)
Mr. Patrick Sabberton (UK)
Ms. Lucy Thomas (UK)
Ms. Pia Kanaan (UK)
Mrs. Susan Richmond (AUS)
Ms. Chloe Lu
Ms. Irene Sun
Ms. Jenny Xuan
Ms. Samantha Bi
Ms. Natalie Jiang
Ms. Ying Yin
Ms. Sue Wang
Ms. Laurie Cao
Ms. Freya Zhang
Start of the Day
Each day begins promptly at 8.15am. Students will undertake independent academic or pastoral learning opportunities
from the time they enter the classroom. Independent guided reading opportunities will be available to students from
8.15am.
Absence
If your child is absent from school due to illness, please contact your child’s class teacher via email, or telephone the Junior
School Secretary on 58999910 ext 623 or the absence answer machine service on 33821805 before 9.00am. If you know in
advance that your child will be away from school, please let your child’s class teacher know.
ICT
Ms. Judy Zhang (PRC)
Ms. Judy Zhang
Junior School Administrative Staff
Name Area of Responsibility Email Extension Number
Ms. Christina Zhou Secretary to Head of Junior School christina.zhou@dulwich-shanghai.cn 623
Whole School Contacts
Name Area of Responsibility Email Extension Number
Mr. Bryan Hunt Director of Business Administration bryan.hunt@dulwich-shanghai.cn 252
Mrs. Denise Cox Director of Student Welfare denise.cox@dulwich-shanghai.cn 161
Mr. Mark Pearce Director of AEN mark.pearce@dulwich-shanghai.cn 516
Mr. Jon Byron Director of IT jon.byron@dulwich-shanghai.cn 115
Mr. Graham Lyons Director of Sport graham.lyons@dulwich-shanghai.cn 503
Marion Van Engelen Director of Libraries marion.vanengelen@dulwich 263
Ms. Stella Shi Bussing stella.shi@dulwich-shanghai.cn 602
Ms. Irene Hu Student and Security Cards irene.hu@dulwich-shanghai.cn 222
Ms. Grace Guo School Nurse grace.guo@dulwich-shanghai.cn 201
Ms. Karen Strickland Internal Communication and Parent karen.strickland@dulwich-shanghai.cn 221
Relations
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College Calendar 2011 - 2012
M T W TH F
15 16 17 18 19 19th August New Student Orientation Day
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22 23 24 25 26 22nd August 1st Day of Term 1
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5 6 7 8 9
12 13 14 15 16 12th September Mid-Autumn Festival Holiday
Assemblies
We believe that assemblies are crucial in helping a school develop a positive ethos as well as helping students create a
sense of belonging and togetherness. To support the flow of the day assemblies from Mondays to Thursday will take
place in the half hour immediately after lunchtimes.
Term 1
Oct
19 20 21 22 23
26 27 28 29 30 30th September Staff Inset Day - No Students
3 4 5 6 7 1st – 7th October National Holiday Break
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17 18 19 20 21
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Monday assemblies will be led by the Head of Junior School and will be an opportunity to develop an understanding of
the college philosophy and objectives as well as to give some guidance for the coming weeks events.
Students will also take part in year group assemblies where the ethos and expectations are reiterated and developed
within an age appropriate setting. These assemblies will also be used to give awards and presentations (see section on
awards and certificates).
Nov
31
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7 8 9 10 11
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Students will also take part in a choral assembly led by the Head of Junior School Music. A number of classroom teachers
will also be in this assembly to support.
Friday assemblies will take place from 8.30am until 9.00am. This will take the form of a short class assembly. Parents will be
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invited to these assemblies. The purpose of these assemblies is to develop student’s confidence and public speaking skills,
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whilst giving them an opportunity to tell the rest of the school what they have been learning about in their curriculum
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sessions. It is not intended that these assemblies are lavish productions that get in the way of the day-to-day curriculum.
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Dec
12 13 14 15 16 12th December - 2nd January Winter Holiday
19 20 21 22 23
26 27 28 29 30
2 3 4 5 6 3rd January First Day of Term 2
9 10 11 12 13
Jan
16 17 18 19 20 19th - 27th January Lunar New Year Holiday
23 24 25 26 27
30 31 30th -31st Staff Inset Days - No Students
Term 2
1 2 3
6 7 8 9 10
Feb
13 14 15 16 17
20 21 22 23 24
27 28 29
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5 6 7 8 9
Mar
12 13 14 15 16
19 20 21 22 23
26 27 28 29 30
2 3 4 5 6 2nd - 10th April Spring Break. 4th April Qing Ming
9 10 11 12 13 11th April First Day of Term 3
Apr
16 17 18 19 20
23 24 25 26 27
30 30th April - 1st May School Holiday
1 2 3 4 1st May Labour Day Holiday
7 8 9 10 11
Term 3
May
14 15 16 17 18
21 22 23 24 25
28 29 30 31
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4 5 6 7 8
Jun
11 12 13 14 15
18 19 20 21 22 22nd June Duan Wu Festival (Dragon Boat Festival);
25 26 27 28 29 28th June is the last Student day and 29th June is staff only.
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Lunch and Break Times
The college is acutely aware of the importance of these times of day for a child’s health and social development. Students
are included in any talks about these areas of the school day.
Break Time
Break time is for 20 minutes from 10.30am until 10.50am. The Junior School has zoned areas for children who wish to
take part in a variety of activities Quiet areas, sporting areas, climbing frames and an area for traditional games are all
available for children to access. Children are encouraged to bring a healthy snack to eat at break time, however, we
would like to remind parents that there is only 1 hour 10 minutes before the children’s lunchtime.
Children should not have the following items for snack:
• Sweets
• Lollipops
• Whole bags of crisps / biscuits
• Chocolate
We encourage the eating of fruit and vegetables as a healthy snack that releases sugars to keep up a child’s energy levels.
Please be aware that foods containing nuts are not permitted as we have several children with nut allergies.
Children who need Picking up in the Middle of the Day
If parents are aware that their child will need to leave school early during a school day they must inform the Class teacher
in writing. The Class teacher will then inform the Junior School Office. The student must be collected from the Junior
School Office and submit a permission slip signed by the Head of School or Deputy Head to the Security Guards on
leaving the site. The Guards will be instructed to turn back any student who does not have the required permission slip.
End of the School Day
The day ends at 3.30pm. The procedures for the end of the day differ dependent on the age of the children.
Year 3/4
Children should be collected from the door of their classroom by an adult who is known to the class teacher. A parent
should inform either the class teacher or the Junior School secretary if there is to be a change of person picking up the
student.
The Mandarin teacher will take down children who go home on school bus, to their buses. A member of the Junior School
Leadership Team will then remain in the area to ensure they stay on board. Buses leave DCS at 3.45pm. Any child who
misses the bus should inform Ms. Christina Zhou, the Junior School secretary who will inform a member of the Junior
School Leadership Team and contact parents.
Year 5/6
As we begin to develop children’s independence skills we ask that children make their own way from the classrooms to
meet with their designated adult. Children will be taught what to do should the appropriate adult not be present. This
will involve returning to the classroom where the class teacher will be present for 10 minutes after the end of the school
day. In cases where a child needs to return to the school after this time, they will be directed towards Ms. Christina
Zhou, the Junior School secretary. To answer any minor questions, a member of the Year 5 and Year 6 teaching team will
be in the DCS front entrance. Should you wish to talk to a teacher you are more than welcome to go straight up to the
classroom.
Those children going home on a school bus will make their own way down to the allotted areas. A member of the Junior
School Leadership Team will be available to ensure they are safely on board.
Bussing
The College offers a bus service in Pudong and Puxi with
one-way and return trip options. Services may not be available
to distant locations and we will not create a bus stop for fewer
than three students. One-way bus riders are charged at a
lower rate than round trip bus riders. Bus refunds for students
withdrawing from the College are calculated in the same
manner as tuition fee refunds for withdrawing students. Bus
refunds for students who need to change their bus arrangements
during the school year will be handled individually.
Lunch Times
The Junior School places great emphasis on this time of day for our children. It is a time when they socialise and also
need the required nutrition to learn and develop. As such we are always looking to develop this area. A member of the
Junior School staff is on the school nutrition committee.
All students have lunch between 12.00pm and 1.00pm. Students in Years 5 and 6 eat in the Senior School canteen. As
well as giving them more time to eat it serves as a good transition towards the Senior School. Students in Years 3 and 4
eat in the Junior School canteen. All school meals are provided by Sodexo. Students use pre paid rechargeable cards to
purchase school meals. These can be recharged between 8.00am and 4.00pm in the senior school canteen area.
Packed Lunch
Children who eat a packed lunch from home will eat in the canteen at the same time as those having school lunch. We
cannot accommodate deliveries from local restaurants for students during lunch time. If you are bringing hot food
in from home it should be clearly labelled and left in the designated area in the main reception. These will then be
delivered to the Junior School Canteen in time for the students to collect them.
All bussing arrangements are made via Student Support Services.
Other Forms of Transport
It is important that our parents are aware of the regulations regarding Bicycles in Shanghai. From the College perspective,
our priority is in ensuring that our children are kept safe and, to this end, we would like to encourage you all to insist
that your children wear safety helmets whenever they are riding their bicycles. We are all aware of how dangerous roads
in Shanghai can be and we regularly receive reports of accidents, many involving fatalities of cyclists. We have actually
discussed the idea of making helmets compulsory for all children electing to cycle to school but the reality is that we have
no jurisdiction over how parents elect to transport their children to school. We would all be very grateful of your support
in this regard. We will be expecting our staff to act as role models by wearing helmets whilst they are cycling and I would
encourage our parents to do the same.
Birthday Cakes
Children are welcome to bring individual cakes, or the equivalent, to the school if it is their birthday – a large birthday
cake with candles is less manageable – please do consult with the class teacher in advance. Please be aware that Junior
School has a no nuts policy.
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Traffic Arrangements
Outside the College is very busy during drop off and pick up times. On the advice of Jin Qiao traffic police, we operate
a drop off/pick up routine.
In order to create a safe drop off/pick up environment for the students outside the school gate, we would like to ask your
support in telling your driver to strictly adhere to the following regulations and listen to school staff and school security
guard’s instructions.
Please drop off and pick up children on the Drop Off/Pick up Area and leave straight away. Do not double park or triple
park to drop off/pick up students on Lan An Road or drive/park against the flow of traffic. Please also do not make a
U-turn on Lan An Road and do not park at the Drop Off/Pick Up Area or on the Zebra crossing.
Our guards are stationed outside the gates on the main campus in order to assist with drop off/pick up. There is a coned
off section of approximately 4 cars lengths directly in front of the main school gates for drop off/pick up. The remainder
of the north-bound road is available for parking. Please be aware that it is illegal to park anywhere on the south bound
side of the road and traffic police can and do fine drivers who disobey this rule. Double parking is never allowed as it
will hinder the flow of traffic.
Below is a map detailing the above, which we ask you to share with your driver
Communication
We understand the importance of timely and effective communication that allows you to plan and support your child’s
activities both in and out of the school day. Within the Junior School we employ a number of communication techniques
to support this.
Home/School Communication Books
These books are used to facilitate communication between the class teacher and the parent. It is also a means of children
organising their homework and spellings for each particular week. The class teacher will look at these books on a daily
basis and respond to parents as appropriate.
WOS (weekly objective sheet)
This will be sent to parents via email, therefore it is crucial that email addresses are kept up to date. The aim of the
WOS is to let parents know what objectives will be covered in the core subjects the following week. This may also be
used to disseminate information pertinent to that particular year group. The WOS will not contain information on
differentiation and/or individual students
SMS System
The College has an SMS system in place for event reminders and to communicate with parents in the event of an issue
or crisis whereby rapid communication is of the utmost importance.
For example, if an important announcement regarding an unexpected closure of the College takes place, we send an SMS
message notification to the mobile phone number that parents have provided advising them to review the website for
further details.
Newsletter/College Magazine
The College produces a weekly newsletter every Friday during term-time. Parents are emailed a link to the newsletter
which can be downloaded from the College website in PDF format. The weekly newsletter, along with past newsletters,
are also available via the website.
The newsletter contains key dates for the forthcoming week along with a link to the calendar. It also features a round up
of music, sport, community and general news. DUCKS, the Junior and Senior Schools each has its own section within
the newsletter.
The College magazine is produced three times per year and published at the end of each term. It contains whole college
news, stories, photos plus more in-depth features from each of the three schools; DUCKS, Junior School and Senior
School. A hardcopy magazine is sent home with students at the end of each term. Extra copies are available in the main
campus reception area and it is also available to download via the College website in PDF format.
Website
The College has its own website where information including the calendar is accessible. The website has information
relating to whole school activities and descriptions of the individual schools; DUCKS, Junior School and Senior School.
There is also a media section where regular news items are posted.
Yearbook
The College produces an annual Yearbook at the end of every school year as a keepsake for the students and staff. It is
an optional purchase through the Dulwich College Shop.
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Uniform
In the Junior School we believe that the uniform should be worn with pride. It is a symbol of belonging and a statement
that we are place of work. As such children are expected to wear the uniform as stated in this publication. Any deviation
from this will be questioned.
In the Junior School we wear the formal uniform for formal occasions only. We do not wear it weekly, as it is not
appropriate given some of the curriculum learning that occurs within Junior School. We will ensure effective prior
communication prior to the wearing of the formal uniform.
A uniform list is available from the Uniform Shop, the Admissions Office or via our website.
Please note that there are some rules that apply specifically to the wearing of school uniform and children’s general
appearance:
• Shoes should be black leather and have heels that are no more than 4cm; any higher and they are unsafe while
running around outside or on the relatively steep stairs
• All uniform must be clearly labelled
• An additional pair of trainers must be kept at the school permanently
• Extreme haircuts or dyed hair are not permitted. Hair is to be tied back if shoulder length or longer
• Jewellery, apart from stud earrings, may not be worn
• Hair accessories must be navy blue. “Fun” hair accessories are not permitted
• Children may only wear school regulation coats which are available at the Uniform Shop
• Formal uniform is worn for all Whole School events where the objective is to instill a sense of pride and respect
for formal occasions
Winter Uniform
Boys
Girls
Red long sleeved polo shirt
Red long sleeved polo shirt
Navy long trousers
Navy long trousers
Navy sweater with school crest
Navy cardigan with school crest
Navy socks
Navy socks
Black shoes
Black shoes
There is an optional red fleece with school crest which can be worn outdoors and an optional coat with school crest. The
Dulwich College hoodie is for outdoor use only.
We do ask for your full support of these regulations.
If children have PE in the mornings they are allowed to come to school dressed in PE kit. They should then change at
the earliest possible opportunity that does not have a negative impact on their curriculum time. This would normally
be break or lunch time. Children who have PE after lunch are required to come to school dressed in school uniform and
change at lunchtime. They can then remain in PE kit until the end of the school day.
Please note that in the winter months children can, if required, where a protective undergarment for PE. This is not part
of the statutory school uniform and therefore cannot be bought at the uniform shop. The colour of these tops must be
either white or navy blue.
Summer Uniform
Boys
Red short sleeved polo shirt
Navy shorts
Navy socks
Black shoes
Girls
Red short sleeved polo shirt
Navy skort
Navy socks
Black shoes
Dress Uniform
Children have a dress uniform for formal occasions:
Girl
Blazer with school crest
Kilt
School tie (girls)
White blouse
Navy socks
Black shoes
Boy
Blazer with school crest
Grey trousers
School tie (boys)
White shirt
Navy socks
Black shoes
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PE Kit
Children wear summer House and winter PE uniform with trainers.
Children should buy the House Summer PE kit.
Anand: Purple
Howard: Red
Shackleton: Green
Wing: Blue
School Photographs
Photographs are taken at the beginning of the academic year and periodically thereafter. Children are expected to wear
formal uniform for this.
1. We may use a child’s full name (full name meaning first name and last name) and photo in the following publications:
• Weekly Newsletter
• College Magazine
• Displays and Notices
• FoD Bulletin
2. We may use a child’s photo without their name in the following publications which we consider as external marketing
and promotional material:
• College Website
• Print media
• College Advertisements
• College prospectuses/leaflets/brochures
• Exhibition banners for school events
• Promotional DVD about our College
Winter PE
Images that might cause embarrassment or distress will not be used nor will images be associated with material on
issues that are sensitive.
What Should Children Bring to School
It is vital that students are well prepared for the school day. To support this students are requested to bring the
following equipment daily:
• Home/school communication books
• Reading books
• Homework
• Pencil cases ~ please note that this is optional. If parents/students do not wish to bring pencil cases the school
will provide the equipment
Water Bottles
Each child should have a clearly labelled water bottle with them at all times. Fluids are crucial to a child’s ability to
concentrate and therefore achieve highly. Children will have access to these bottles both during class times and during
break and lunch. Having their own water bottle also ensures we don’t waste plastic cups.
Birthday cakes
Children are welcome to bring individual cakes, or the equivalent, to the school if it is their birthday – a large birthday
cake with candles is less manageable – please do consult with the class teacher in advance. Please be aware that Junior
School has a no nuts policy.
Money
Money must not be brought to school unless for a fund raising event - neither is it to be taken on outings unless specified.
Lost and found
To support children in looking after their personal belongings we request that all items of clothing are clearly labelled.
Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their own items. Should your child lose something during the school
day, they should inform the class teacher who will support the child in looking for it.
If this is not successful you should speak to Ms. Christina Zhou or check the lost property cupboard located on the music
corridor.
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Curriculum
At Dulwich College, Shanghai we aim to develop well-rounded young people who strive for excellence in all that they
do.
We promote effective learning and communication, and the pursuit of individual academic success: we encourage all
students to become principle – centred members of society.
The Junior School curriculum is largely based on the English National Curriculum. The objectives are taken from this
document and delivered in a creative and exciting cross-curricular way that incorporates both student interests and the
need to cater for differing learning styles.
The Curriculum also takes into account the China context, therefore adapting certain themes to make it more ‘real’ for
the community in which we teach.
In the Junior School we believe that teaching creatively means to give learning ‘sense.’ follows clear objectives.
The creative curriculum is a carefully planned, thematic approach to teaching and learning designed to support children’s
natural curiosity and stimulate their creativity.
It offers children the opportunity to work in depth, giving them the time they need to reflect, consolidate and transfer
their learning.
As DCS we will not identify exactly what will be taught each year as we look to be adaptive to both the child’s interests
and also the changing world in which we live. If it is appropriate to make use current news events, we will.
We believe that our curriculum allows children, adults and parents work with each other, drawing resources from the
school, locality and wider community to create a challenging, distinctive and exciting curriculum.
Below you will find a short synopsis of each area of the curriculum. Further details can be gained from staff within the
Junior School. We encourage you to ask the questions that give you peace of mind.
It is important to note that the College’s Philosophy and Objectives are taken into account when planning the curriculum
within the Junior School.
English
The role of the Junior School is to continue the language learning children have already begun and to help them to
become proficient users throughout their lives.
The Junior School follows the English National Curriculum objectives, and individual teachers adapt units to create a
flourishing working environment creatively incorporating their topics into their English lessons. Planning is carried out
with knowledge of the level the children are currently working at and teachers differentiate accordingly.
Each year group enjoys a daily hour of dedicated English teaching during which they learn through speaking and
listening, reading and writing. These three aspects of English are not only interdependent, but mutually enhancing.
Language is fundamental to communicating, learning and thinking. We want our children to become confident speakers
with the ability to listen carefully and critically assess the thoughts of others. Children are encouraged to speak clearly,
fluently and confidently to different people and for a range of purposes; to listen to others, understand and respond.
Through careful planning we enable them to develop these skills with the use of role-play, debating, class and group
discussions.
Mathematics
Mathematics is fundamental to children’s learning and one of the core subjects in the English National Curriculum. At
Dulwich College Shanghai, we follow the principles of the UK National Numeracy Strategy, which provides the key
skills and objectives that we teach.
Each class participates in an hour of Mathematics per day and lessons are adapted by the children’s teacher to suit the
needs and interests of the class. Even within each class, different levels of work will be produced to best help individual
groups of children learn.
Students in the Junior School are placed into ability groups based on their previous year’s achievement, teacher assessment
or entrance tests. There are two accelerated groups within each year group and three parallel groups. Dulwich has a
vast number of gifted mathematicians: many children in the parallel groups are still working at levels well above that
expected in the English system. The groups will change throughout the year dependent on the needs of the children.
To ensure your child feels confident in Mathematics, we have a strong emphasis on thorough leaning of mental arithmetic
and core skills. At Dulwich we will provide not only understanding of mathematical processes and concepts, but also
modern skills that are in high demand, such as the capability to analyse information and to solve problems.
ICT
ICT plays an important role in the Junior School and our aim is to provide your children with the tools needed not only
to continue their studies into the senior school, but also to prepare them for an ever-changing world where technology
plays an increasing part.
The role of ICT in the Junior School is three-fold. Firstly, each class has a dedicated hour in our suite of iMacs where they
learn the basic skills outlined in the English National Curriculum:
• Finding things out
• Developing ideas and making things happen
• Exchanging and sharing information and reviewing
• Modifying and reviewing work as it progresses.
Where appropriate, these are linked to topics occurring within the year group in other curriculum areas.
Secondly, the children have access to a range of technologies in the classroom including an interactive Smartboard.
Each year group also has access to a bank of 22 Apple laptops, which can be booked by teachers to support work in the
classroom as appropriate. This enables us to provide the children with a range of learning tools to support their studies
and help them to communicate their ideas in a variety of ways, whether it be through the medium of film, photography,
presentations or simply written reports.
Thirdly, the Junior School operates a virtual learning environment, Studywiz, which allows children and teachers to
extend their learning beyond the classroom, enabling them to continue school work, discuss ideas with their peers and
complete tasks set by the teacher both at home and at school.
The thread that links these areas is our dedication to ensuring that children learn to use the technology available to them
in a responsible and safe way. Each year, children are given specific lessons on Internet safety and guidance in how to
deal with intricacies of on-line communication. This is also extended into our PSHCE lessons.
We also feel it important to stress our belief that technology should be used to support the important work being done
in all areas across the school and it must always be purposeful.
The children are introduced to a wide variety of increasingly challenging literature, as well as non-fiction texts; they
develop as enthusiastic, independent readers who can analyse, evaluate and criticise. As children gain full fluency the
forms of teaching will shift to emphasise reading and composition skills at text level.
Children will write for a range of audiences, which gives them a
purpose for their writing. They will have frequent opportunities
to plan, draft and re-draft their work within group and whole
class teaching. They are taught how to structure their writing
and how to interest the reader by using a rich vocabulary.
In addition to their timetabled English lessons the children also
have an hour’s session in our excellent Junior School Library.
These are run by a teacher librarian, who works closely with
the classroom teachers to enrich the topics, and make crosscurricular
links, where appropriate
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Science
In the Junior School we continue to build the scientific knowledge and skills that has been
taught and fostered in DUCKS. Our comprehensive programme of study covers; scientific
enquiry, life processes and living things, materials and their properties, and physical
processes. We believe in a balanced approach, which teaches children scientific theory and
facts alongside hands-on practical experiments. We place a major emphasis on scientific
enquiry, so that the students can carry out investigations, where they further extend their
own understanding of the units and objectives covered. We do this through initiating
classroom discussions, where the students can make new connections, test hypotheses,
draw conclusions and formulate their own questions. The students are also taught
how to use a wide range of Science equipment and present their investigations in
many different ways using a variety of media.
Mandarin
Mandarin is taught for one hour over a period of four days per week. There are three
pathways for the course.
• Mandarin as Foreign Language (MFL)
• Mandarin as a Second Language (MSL)
• Mandarin as a Native Language (MNL)
MFL
Designed for non-native/non-heritage students and emphasises oral communication with an
element relating to Chinese culture.
MSL
For heritage students who have been living out of China or non-heritage students who have
been living in China for a long time. The course focuses on student reading and writing skills.
Physical Education (PE)
The Junior School PE programme is based on the English National Curriculum and takes
into consideration the facilities, equipment, climate, student population, travel and local
culture in Shanghai.
Areas covered include Athletics, Gymnastics, Dance, Games, Swimming and Outdoor
and Adventurous Activities. We aim to provide each student with a broad experience of
activities, teaching the basic skills applying to them. This is supported with a brief health
component per activity and an opportunity to reflect and comment on each student’s
performance.
PE offered include a variety of sports under the following headings:
• Invasion Games – including soccer, rugby and Net / Wall Games
• Batting and Fielding Games – including cricket, rounders and softball
• Net/Wall games – including tennis, volleyball and badminton
Opportunities for competition are given through House activities, Sports Day,
and an additional competitive sport programme that runs after school and at
weekends.
PE is taught for two hours per week by specialist teachers from across the
College.
Emphasis is placed upon promoting enjoyment through participation, cooperation,
sportsmanship, etiquette and safe practice.
We aim to equip the students with the skills and experiences that will enable
them to maintain a healthy life style in the years to come
MNL
Designed for native Chinese whose English usually is their second language. The learning
objective for students in this pathway is to further their literature knowledge and develop
their critical thinking skills.
Humanities
History, Geography and Multicultural Studies are taught through cross-curricular
Humanities topics. The Junior School works hard to ensure these topics are relevant
and up-to-date. Whilst still addressing the curriculum objectives, we work hard to
incorporate students own interests.
In Geography students study places and environments. They learn about the locality
and compare their lives here with those of people in other parts of the world. They gain
insight into different cultures and their religions and begin to recognise the importance of
sustained development for the future of mankind.
Significant people, events and places from both the recent and more distant past are
studied in History. Perspectives may be political, economic, technological, scientific,
social, religions, cultural or aesthetic; the children learn about change and continuity.
For Humanities whole class teaching is combined with enquiry based research
activities during which children are encouraged to present their findings and
knowledge in a variety of ways.
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Library:
The Junior Library collection holds over 10,000 resources. Students can
borrow up to four items at a time for two weeks. The collection consists
of fiction, non-fiction books, books with accompanying CDs, audio
tapes, Playaway recorders, magazines and a comprehensive reference
section. There are 10 stand alone iMac computers which the students
use for research or to access the library catalogue. The library is open
from 8.00am- 8.50am, 12.30pm-1.25pm and 3.30pm-4.00pm daily. Each
class has a dedicated library lesson where the students borrow and return
resources, learn information retrieval skills, literature appreciation,
Dewey classification system and how to use the online catalogue. Parents
can apply at the Senior Library for their borrowing card.
The library is open before and after school as well as lunchtime.
Art
The Junior School has a fully equipped art room complete with on-site kiln and PC lab
attached to it. From Year 3 a specialist art teacher aims to develop student self-expression
and imagination through the art and design curriculum. A variety of mediums are used
including ceramics and textiles. Student art work is displayed throughout the school.
Music
The music curriculum here at the College is designed to ensure that every child has the
best possible opportunity to enjoy music at their own level.
The National Curriculum for Music states that at Key Stage 2 “Pupils will sing songs and
play instruments with increasing confidence, skill, expression and awareness of their own
contribution to a group or class performance. They will improvise and develop their own
musical compositions in response to a variety of different stimuli with increasing personal
involvement, independence and creativity. They will explore their thoughts and feelings
through responding physically, intellectually and emotionally to a variety of music from different times and cultures.”
Here is a brief outline of how we intend to achieve and go beyond what is required in the National Curriculum at this
Key Stage.
Classroom Music
Year Three
Year 3 students will be given a string instrument (Violin, Viola, Cello or Double Bass) and tuition using the “String
Essentials” scheme of work. They will continue to participate in a general music curriculum including percussion,
singing, use of music software programmes, composition and listening skills.
Year Four
In order to maximise the learning encountered during the Year 3 string programme, students will be encouraged to
continue with their string instrument for use in Year 4 lessons. This is not compulsory. Parents who want their child to
continue will need to purchase an instrument and we recommend that individual tuition (paid for by parents) with a
specialist teacher takes place as well.
The Year 4 curriculum will consist of a class-based ensemble programme where continuing string students will be
catered for alongside those students who have chosen not to. Students who have chosen not to continue with their
string instrument will use class percussion and keyboard instruments to participate in ensemble lessons. The popular
“Andante Strings” ensemble will continue to run on Monday afternoons (3.30pm-4.30pm) as well to cater for string
players who have completed the Year 3 String Programme.
Students in Year 4 will also have general classroom music including percussion, singing, use of music software
programmes, composition and listening skills.
Year Five
All students in Year 5 will be given a band instrument and free tuition for the year in a programme using the “Standards
of Excellence” series as the basis.
For the 2011/2012 academic year only, Year 5 students who are already learning another instrument separately and
prefer to play that one, may use that instrument as part of the Year 5 Music Programme. The programme for Year
5 students in 2011/2012 will consist of a class based ensemble session as well as general classroom music including
percussion, singing, use of music software programmes, composition and listening skills.
Year Six
Year 6 students will be exposed to a class based ensemble programme with students being
encouraged to bring their preferred instrument to their lessons. If they are currently not
learning a specific instrument, students will be able to use the school keyboards and percussion
instruments to participate. Year 6 students will also have general classroom music including
percussion, singing, use of music software programmes, composition and listening skills.
Ensembles
All students in the Junior School will participate in choral singing through both classroom
music and choral assemblies.
The Lao Zi Choir will rehearse on Wednesday afternoons from 3.30pm-4.30pm. This will be
an auditioned choir for students who have had at least one year of choral singing experience.
Previous members of the Mei Lan Fang, Lao Zi and Mu Lan Choirs are encouraged to audition.
The commitment is for the entire year and may include some weekend rehearsals.
The Mei Lan Fang Choir will rehearse on Wednesday afternoons from 4.30pm-5.15pm and will
be an invitation only 24-member choir for those children who have had at least two years of
choral singing experience. Mei Lan Fang Choir members are expected to be involved in and
act as leaders in the Lao Zi Choir rehearsals as well, so choristers need to be very committed
to the choral programme.
Both of these choirs will be invited to sing at various venues around Shanghai especially
during the Christmas season and all choristers must be prepared to perform out of school
hours. Choristers must also purchase the special uniform to be worn for all performances
and are invited to take part in the tour and performances with the Vienna Boys Choir each
summer.
Flutter Tongues is a band that caters for all students who have had at least one year’s
tuition on their wind/brass or percussion instrument. Pianists who have had at least
three year’s tuition are also welcome to participate. Flutter Tongues will rehearse every
Monday from 3.30pm-4.30pm and will have the opportunity to join with children from
Tang Si Migrant School who are working on a similar programme.
Andante Strings is a string ensemble that caters for all students who have had at least one
year’s tuition on their string instrument. Andante Strings rehearses every Monday from
3.30p,-4.30pm.
Shinichi Suzuki “Teaching music is not my main purpose. I want to make good citizens.
If children hear fine music from the day of their birth and learn to play it, they develop
sensitivity, discipline and endurance. They get a beautiful heart.”
Productions
Each year group will put on a musical production during the academic year. The theme
will be chosen jointly by the Head of Junior School Music and the Year Group Leaders and
will involve acting, singing and dancing as part of a whole piece. At DCS we believe that
being part of a musical production adds value to the academic programme. The process
of auditioning, rehearsing and performing builds confidence and themes can be used to
enhance cross curricular learning. After you have stood on a stage and taken risks in front
of an audience, tasks like job interviews or business presentations seem far less intimidating!
Students will use some curriculum time and some time outside of the school day to practise
for their performance. Parents are requested to note the times of the performances and ensure
that they let staff know if they may not be around. This will avoid disappointment on both
sides should a child be selected for a main role.
Class based music performances
With an extensive musical programme, including instrumental and choral traditions, the
Junior School will invite parents to come and watch the progress and development of the
children throughout the year, either as a formal concert on stage in the theatre or the gym,
or as part of a less formal assembly. In 2011/12 there will be the opportunities
to observe actual music lessons in progress. We hope this gives you an insight
into the teaching and learning in this area of the curriculum.
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AEN
The Additional Educational Needs (AEN) faculty in Junior School consists of both Learning Support and English as an
Additional Language (EAL) departments. AEN teachers support students who have been identified as having specific
learning difficulties and students for whom English is not their native language. Levels of support are based around the
students’ individual needs in small learning environments.
Learning Support
The Junior School offers individual programmes for students with diagnosed, mild learning difficulties/Special
Educational Needs (SEN), and provision for students who may require learning support at some point during their
academic studies.
All provision is aimed at students’ specific learning needs and is cross curricular whenever possible. Students’ support
is often through individual or small group withdrawal systems, but is also carried out through supporting teachers by
creating effective learning strategies to remove barriers to learning in mainstream classes.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The Junior School offers an extensive EAL programme of support. This programme in most cases sees the student
withdrawn from their Mandarin class or from topic. Withdrawal from Mandarin means that students remain with their
normal classes for core subjects. Moreover, it alleviates the need for students to learn an additional language. EAL
lessons are taught in small groups to allow students to strengthen their skills in the areas of reading, writing, speaking,
listening and understanding, alongside supporting important aspects of the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
PSHCE
This programme plays a vital role in supporting a child’s social and emotional development. As well as specific PSHCE
lessons, the themes will be supported through assemblies and the general way we act in school. Class teachers who have
the most contact with their students run the Junior School PSHCE programme. Staff such as the Head of School, Deputy
Head of School and Whole College Councellor will support this programme.
Assessment
We believe that Assessment for Learning (AFL) or formative assessment is the key to effective teaching and learning and
that it provides an environment in which intercultural understanding can flourish and learners can become inspired.
Formative assessment supports on-going learning.
We believe that assessment of learning or summative assessment is also important. Summative assessment is concerned
with summarising assessments at particular points in time and supports a range of further purposes, including tracking
pupil progress, reporting, evaluating, planning and target setting.
Assessment techniques
DCS students have a wide range of abilities and learning styles and our approaches to assessment reflect this. These may
include:
• Observational assessment, where a member of staff who knows a pupil well observes his or her response to
learning activities and unstructured situations
• Dynamic assessment, which looks at the pupil’s responses in the context of learning a task
• Questioning, which enables the teacher to make a judgement about pupils’ degree of understanding
• Criterion-referenced assessment, which measures a pupil’s attainment against a list of skills or pieces of
knowledge
• Formal assessment, where the pupil is asked to complete tests or set tasks which indicate his or her knowledge
or approach to learning
• Marking and review of written work
• Mind maps, before and after topics
• Tests set by the class teacher
Reports
Children receive two formal written reports per year. The first one is sent home at the end of term 1 and the second report
at the end of term 3. Information contained in the reports pertains to a child’s achievement and attainment throughout
the year. They are also used to support teachers and parents in the development of individual targets.
Homework
Homework refers to any work or activities that are asked of pupils outside of normal lesson times. They are meant as
tasks to support learning and development rather than something imposed as an expectation purely to satisfy the needs
of adults.
Homework is an essential and important part of the curriculum throughout the Junior School and is usually given on a
nightly basis to allow students to preview, practice, and review or expand on material introduced in class.
Parents should, as far as possible:
• Provide a reasonably peaceful, suitable place in which students can do their homework
• Support the school in valuing homework
• Use the Student Diary to see that deadlines are being met
• Encourage the student to work independently when appropriate
• Test learning (e.g. vocabulary) or listen to children read what they have written
Homework support
The Library is open Monday to Friday until 4.30pm. If parents or guardians feel there is a problem with the amount or
difficulty of homework they should contact the class teacher.
See below the general time allocation for homework. Timings may differ from time to time depending on topics being
studied. As well as that identified below we would expect the learning of spellings and reading of books to be a nightly
activity
Class
(English or Topic)
Maths
Music
(Instrument practice)
Year 3 1x20 mins 1x20mins 3x15mins
Year 4 2x20mins 2x20mins 4x15mins
Year 5 2x30mins 2 x 30 mins 4x15mins
Year 6 2x40mins 2x40 mins 4x20mins
Mandarin homework
Year Group MFL: Mandarin as a Foreign
Language is designed for nonnative/non
heritage students
MSL: Mandarin as a Second
language is for heritage students
who have been living out of
China (or other areas where
Chinese is used as an official
language), or non-heritage
students who have been living
in China for a long time.
Year 3 10 mins 10 mins 15 mins
Year 4 10 mins 10 mins 15 mins
Year 5 15 mins 15 mins 15 mins
Year 6 15 mins 15 mins 20 mins
MNL: Mandarin as a Native
Language is design for students
acquired and learned Chinese
as their 1st language while
receiving their prior school
education using Chinese as instructional
medium. English
usually is their second language.
Each year group undertakes the following formalised tests / assessment. In addition we believe that during classroom
conversation, marking, verbal feedback, that informal assessment is taking place. Please see the assessment policy for
further information on testing.
Year Group
Standardised Testing
Year 3
NFER progress in Maths, Optional Year 3 SAT
Year 4
NFER progress in Maths, CAT test, Optional Year 4 SAT
Year 5
NFER progress in Maths, CAT test, Optional Year 5 SAT
Year 6
NFER progress in Maths, CAT test, KS2 SAT
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Co-Curricular Activities - CCA’s
CCAs play an important social and emotional role in the development of children, as well as giving them an opportunity
to try something different.
In the Junior School we create CCAs based on student interests. There will always be a mix of sporting and non-sporting
activities. The Junior School guarantee’s that Mandarin (beginners and advanced) will always be part of the core offer.
Students select the CCAs with the class teacher using an information management system within the school.
Students who do not wish to participate in CCAs should make an appointment to speak with the Head or Deputy Head
of School.
For the academic Year 2011/12 CCAs will take place on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and on those afternoons the buses
will depart from DCS at 4.45pm.
School Events
Throughout the year the Junior School will hold a number of school events designed to promote the curriculum, team
building, the community and the love of school. Many school events are scheduled at the beginning of the academic
year. These events include UN Day, residential visits, sports days, book and film week, science day etc.
Other events may occur during the year due to specific learning that happens within the classroom. This is derived from
the fact the curriculum follows the child’s interests.
The school also encourages parents to speak with class teachers regarding ideas they may have.
Speech Day
Speech Day is held towards the end of Term 3 - a celebration of all the successes of the academic year to which every
member of the community has contributed.
Your presence puts your seal of approval on your child’s achievements, regardless of whether they receive a prize, and
encourages their pride in the school. The following awards are presented at Speech Day:
• Two Personal Achievement prizes are given in each class for Years 3 – 6
• Two prizes for achievement in Mandarin are given per Year Group, one for Chinese as a Second Language, the
other for Chinese as a Foreign Language
• In Years 3- 5 inclusive, there are two prizes for achievement in PE, Art and Music
• In Year 6 there are two prizes in each class for overall achievement as well as a cup each for excellence in Maths,
English, Humanities, ICT, Science, Mandarin, Music, Art, Drama and PE across the Year level
• A Head’s Award for Outstanding Contribution to the school and a Head’s Award for Sportsmanship are also
awarded in Year 6.
Non-Uniform Days
As a college we have agreed that non-uniform days will not be held more than once per term. The reason for a nonuniform
day should be clear and purposeful. As a college we have agreed that non-uniform days will not be used to
raise money for charity. This is due to the fact that we hold the belief that children need to put thought and effort into
any fundraising that takes place.
Parent Consultations and ACE Time
We believe that face-to-face contact is crucial in supporting the progress of your child. Parent consultations offer an
opportunity to discuss strengths/weaknesses and the achievement of your child. We will look to provide you with a
list of possible questions to ask the teacher if you are unsure what to ask. Parent consultations officially occur twice per
year, however, you are encouraged to make an appointment when you believe that it is necessary. Due to some of the
discussion content we advise not bringing your child to these meetings if possible.
ACE (Adult Child Evaluation) time occurs in term 1 and term 3. This is a more relaxed opportunity for you to come into
your child’s classroom during the day and allow your child to talk you through their books and work. We believe that
this is crucial in involving children in their own learning. Feedback from children has shown us that they truly value
this opportunity.
Field Trips
Outings and visits are usually directly related to the curriculum, they are planned well in advance and some are included
within the fees.
Musicians, authors, poets and story tellers are invited into school according to availability. (e.g. who is visiting Shanghai
at the time!)
Residential stays are planned for all students in the Junior School and serve a number of purposes including team
building, social development, developing independence as well as, in some instances being related to the curriculum.
Currently the residentials include:
• Year 3 overnight in tents at the school
• Year 4 two day Amazing Race event end at the college
• Year 5 have two nights and three days in Nanbeihu
• Year 6 have two nights and three days in Nanbeihu
The Year 5 and 6 events include a different range of expectations and outcomes despite being held at the same venue.
Please do support school functions as your presence means much to your child regardless of their own contribution. If
you only attend when he/she has a main part, or indeed a part at all, you are registering your disapproval: children have
to contribute to the whole in whatever capacity. Please help them. When you do attend may we ask that you, too, behave
in accordance with the particular occasion. Children, who are asked to behave as one, are put in a difficult position when
waved at by parents. Please also take care with photographs and try not to have cameras flashing in children’s faces.
Productions
Each year group will put on a production during the academic year. The theme will be chosen by the musical and
stage directors. Students will use some curriculum time and some time outside of the school day to practice for their
performance. Parents are requested to note the times of the performances and ensure that they let staff know if they may
not be around. This will stop disappointment on both sides should a child be selected for a main role.
Musical Performances
With an extensive musical programme the school will invite parents to come and watch the progress and developments
of the children throughout the year. This may take the form of a production on stage in the theatre. In 2011/12 there will
also be the opportunity to observe an actual music lesson in progress. We hope this gives you an insight into the teaching
and learning in this area of the curriculum.
Book and Film Week
In conjunction with the Shanghai Literary Festival, DCS celebrate a whole college book week. In 2011/12 the Junior
School will be extending this further to include an Oscars style film event. Students will be studying books and film as
part of their curriculum English lessons, which will culminate in some children developing their own films to show at
an awards ceremony.
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Pastoral Care
Pastoral care brings together the many experiences of the student as a member of the College community – academic,
social, personal and co-curricular. All staff have a role in pastoral care and any student experiencing challenges or
difficulties should feel free to approach any staff member for assistance.
The College has a student population rich in its international and multi-cultural mix. Student support, care and guidance
are real strengths of the College and competitive spirit in individual and team activities is fostered through a vertical
House System that operates throughout the College. Students act as Heads of House, supported by staff.
The co-curricular dimension of the Junior School is exceptionally strong; Music and Sport, in particular, are thriving &
students in the Junior School are encouraged to take part at least twice a week after school.
In the Junior School, the Class Teacher plays a pivotal role in the management of Pastoral care and is responsible for
exercising ‘duty of care’ and coordinating access to specialist staff such as Music, Physical Education, Art, Additional
Educational Needs and Educational Guidance and Counselling services. Parents with concerns about their child’s
progress or development should contact the child’s class teacher.
One aspect of the Pastoral Care System at Dulwich College is the expectation and management of behaviour. The
College deploys a range of strategies designed to protect the rights of children, teachers and members of our School
community.
We believe that everybody in our School has the right to:
• Be safe and to feel safe
• Be treated with respect and fairness
• Communicate their feelings and to be listened to
• Move safely and calmly around the School
• Learn and share in games and activities
• Have their say in a problem-solving situation
Everybody has the responsibility to allow others to enjoy these rights. This responsibility sits with children, teachers
and members of the School community. The Junior School actively trains students as ‘peer supporters’, to act as good
social models for younger children and, to help support cooperative and collaborative behaviours inside and outside of
the classroom.
Student Voice:
Student voice promotes the perspectives and actions of young people throughout the school experience. Student voice
gives students the ability to influence their own learning and learning environment and have greater ownership of the
learning journey.
In the Junior School, Student Voice has representation through class meetings and forums, Student Council, House
Captaincy as well as the recruitment of Senior College personnel such as the Head of Junior School and publications in
the College magazine.
Student Voice is a key ingredient to the recognition and support of individual needs. Students have the responsibility
to personalise their learning process and learning outcomes through active participation and discussion of classroom
experiences with their teachers.
Within the Junior School we are constantly seeking students to voice there thoughts either on day to day life within
school, the curriculum or indeed the world around us. We believe that with guidance and support students can support
the development of Dulwich College Shanghai.
Positive Behaviour
We aim to develop positive self-esteem in our students as part of a welcoming and caring environment where relationships
are based on respect. The Junior School staff are committed to maintaining high expectations of good behaviour as an
essential part of our ethos.
This ensures the happiness and well-being of the students while they are at school and develops key social skills that will
stand them in good stead throughout their lives.
Rights, Rules and Responsibilities
All students have the right to, safely and happily, develop their potential. We need rules or a code of behaviour to
maintain these rights. Our rules are split into three areas:
• Whole school
• Classroom
• Playground
It is the students’ responsibility to follow the rules. If they break them, they must understand that they have chosen to
do so and must accept the consequences of their actions. Unacceptable behaviour:
• Lack of respect
• Deliberate disobedience
• Violence
• Threatening/bullying
• Discrimination
• Deliberate vandalism
• Stealing
• Inappropriate use of the internet
Acceptable behaviour is praised and rewarded with stickers and house points.
Examples of acceptable behaviour:
• Kindness
• Courtesy
• Respect and consideration of others
• Looking after their possessions and the possessions/property of others in the school
Minor incidents of unacceptable behaviour are dealt with immediately, in the classroom, initially by reminding the child
of the rule or task. If the same behaviour continues the child will be isolated from the group. Parents are not informed.
If the behaviour continues over time and is affecting the cohesion or work ethic of the class, parents will be informed and
asked to come into school. Overtly unacceptable behaviour will be reported directly to the Deputy Head and finally to
the Head dependant on the seriousness of the case. Students are taught what is considered unacceptable behaviour and
are made aware of the consequences of breaking the rules.
Every student has a card that contains the ‘Code of Courtesy’. It is also printed in their diary/contact book. You may like
to take opportunities to reinforce it. We believe that acquiring social skills is a vital part of education and will stand your
children in good stead for the rest of their lives. Ultimately they learn by example and we hope that we are asking them
to behave in ways in which we behave ourselves. Please support us.
College Houses
Each student will also be a member of one of the College’s four Houses: Wing, Anand, Shackleton, and Howard. The
students will participate in a variety of sporting and non-sporting activities as members of their House. They will take
place during PE lessons, lunchtimes and House Assemblies at regular intervals throughout the year. Participation in
these events is rewarded with points that will go toward their House points total.
Students in year 6 have the opportunity to nominate themselves to become Captains of their House. They make a formal
speech to their House and are elected by the members of their house.
We elect a male and female Captain and a male and female Vice Captain for each House.
Bullying
Bullying is the persistent desire to hurt others and can be verbal, psychological or physical. It is a term that must be used
advisedly as bullying specifically occurs over time.
We are keen to identify early any signs of bullying and children are encouraged to tell a teacher, parent or friend. All
incidents are taken seriously and the appropriate action taken to help the perpetrator and help the victim.
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Community
Partnering with Parents
We believe that parents play a crucial part in supporting good behaviour in school.
We welcome and value their support in setting high expectations.
We believe that the following expectations will help parents in their efforts to best support their child’s development at
DCS.
Safe Surroundings
• Ensure that your child understands the seriousness of downloading inappropriate materials from the computer
facilities in College and counsel him/her that this could lead to the loss of his/her place at the College
• Be aware of your child’s computer networking at home and ensure your child understands the seriousness of
cyber bullying and inappropriate behaviour
• Be safe and considerate to others when dropping off/picking up your child outside College. Share lifts when
possible. Do not obstruct the entrance/exit by stopping in zoned areas or abuse any other parking restrictions
around the College. Failure to observe these restrictions may lead to a serious accident.
Pastoral Environment
• Ensure that your child understands the standards of behaviour expected of him/her as described in the Student
Expectations
• Always report to us any concerns about your child’s well-being and work cooperatively with the Class Teacher
or Form Tutor to resolve matters satisfactorily
• Encourage excellent attendance and punctuality. Please do not organise family holidays during term time
• Provide a suitable ‘distraction-free’ environment for homework to be completed on time
• Ensure that home routines support school life by ensuring that your children adopt appropriate sleep habits/
patterns
• Ensure that your children engage in age appropriate activities in the evenings and at weekends
Academic Environment
• Observe progress as detailed in your child’s Report and let the Form Tutor know of any concerns or suggestions
you may have
• Make yourself aware of the meaning of our assessment criteria, curriculum requirements and option choices
where appropriate. Ask the teachers to explain if necessary
• Always attend key presentations with your child so that they feel supported by your involvement. These are
usually at the beginning of their career with us Year 7, Year 9 and in preparation for the International
Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
• Attend the frequent opportunities to meet with the Careers staff in the senior school to help plan your child’s
future
• Show a particular interest in your child’s development by asking about their work in all the subjects they are
studying.
FoD
Friends of Dulwich (FoD) is an organisation devoted to the many active parents in the Dulwich College Shanghai school
community. There are three main areas within the FoD structure which allow parents and community members to
participate in a variety of areas. They include: clubs, committees, and class representatives. FoD Clubs provide a venue
for parents to participate and socialise in a fun and casual forum. Committees are for parents who are interested in
getting involved in areas outside their child’s classroom parent group. Class Representatives facilitate the interaction
between the class teacher and the parents of children in the same class. FoD is managed by a Steering Committee which
interacts closely with the school to guide the activities of the organisation. They also organise regular events to bring the
school community together in the form of coffee mornings, talks, markets and social gatherings.
Parent Advisory Council
Our Parent Advisory Council comprises appointed parent representatives from each of the three schools. The PAC
representatives meet termly with the Headmaster and the Head of Internal Communications and Parent Relations to
provide advice, information and support. Committee membership and minutes are published via the DCS website.
During the development and preparation of College policies we are committed to gathering parental opinion and advice.
The Parent Advisory Council shall be the body through which this is carried out.
A copy of our Parent Charter is available on the College Website.
Community Projects
Panda Support
Dulwich College Shanghai Junior School will again support the Panda sanctuary in
Chengdu, Sichuan Province. We intend to continue our support for Ming Ming, the
DCS panda.
The target for the 2011/2012 school year is to continue our sponsorship. This requires
the finacial support from the Junior School. This money is used to support research
and a breeding program.
Due to our support, the centre has allowed the students, parents and staff of Dulwich
College Shanghai to visit and have an up close experience with a Panda.
Supporting a Local School
For the 2011-2012 school year we have carefully chosen a school in Pudong that is located 20 minutes from Dulwich
College Shanghai. This school was chosen because of its great needs for the mere basics.
The target for this year is to work closely with the school to improve the standards of their learning environment and make
their own personal life a little more enjoyable. This will take the form of projects and fundraising events.
We will endeavour to support students in developing their own projects and events that will improve the lives of students
from our host country.
Please let the school office know if you would like to become involved.
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Dulwich Community Programmes - DCP
DCP aims to bring to our campus the highest quality external providers of sporting, cultural and performing arts activities
to enrich the opportunities available to our community.
By allowing access to our facilities, these external providers bring further expertise and coaching skills to our community
in a controlled, safe environment.
Priority is given to external hirers who cater for activities that are in demand and those who complement the current
programmes at DCS.
DCS requires external providers to be long-term investors in the community and to ensure the standards of care for those
in their charge.
• Multisport www.multisport.com.cn
• Grassmasters Sports adam.grassmasters@gmail.com
• Scott Basketball scott.cui@saschina.org
• BSU Basketball virginie@bsuchina.cn
• JZ School www.jz-school.com
• Dance for Life dancing_4_life@hotmail.com
• Fencing www.sh-dfc.com
• Kids Golf paulmerlepga@hotmail.fr
Facility Hire
DCP is responsible for booking of all facilities at Dulwich College. Venues available for booking are:
• Football Field
• Rugby Field
• Cricket Field
• Upper Gymnasium (Half and Full)
• Lower Gymnasium
• Dance Studio
• DUCKS Gymnasium
• DUCKS Soft Room
• DUCKS Playground
• Mei Lan Fang Theatre
• Rehearsal Room
• Language Classrooms
• Cafeteria (SS and JS)
• Music Rooms (DUCKS, JS and SS)
Specific criteria must be met to enable a booking of any DCS facilities.
For further information including price lists, eligibility and availability please contact Magan Shen at magan.shen@
dulwich-shanghai.cn or Tel: (86 21) 5899 9910, ext. 203.
Health and Safety
First Aid and Medical Care
The main campus clinic is situated in room 1142 of the Lao Tze building.
The College has a contract with International SOS to provide a medical consultancy service and we also have four
registered nurses working for us. Our nurses are bi-lingual and are trained to provide emergency first aid and primary
nursing care in accordance with relevant local laws. They will also assist with transfer and referal to appropriate outside
clinics for anything more complicated. We also have 24-hour access to the International SOS Expratriate Physician and
Alarm Centre Network.
Grace Guo is our main campus nurse.
Any student who falls ill during the day and has been instructed to go home by the Nurse will present the Nurse Referral
Form to the Junior School Office who will contact the student’s parents to gain permission for their early departure.
Security
Everyone except students in uniform coming on to College grounds is required to wear an official security card.
These cards have photos of each individual printed on them and are issued to new families as part of the admissions
process.
Visitors without security cards may need to provide photo identification (such as a driver’s license, passport or Chinese
residency document) to the guards to gain entrance. The photo identification documents will be kept securely by the
guards for the duration of the visit and returned when the visitor leaves the site. For any questions regarding security
cards, please contact jenny.han@dulwich-shanghai.cn.
Fire Drill Policy
The Fire Drill policy is displayed on all of the classroom walls. In the event of a fire alarm, children are escorted from
their classrooms or play areas with their teachers to the central assembly point at the front of the College where registers
are taken. There are regular fire drills each term.
Mobile Phones
Under no circumstances may mobile phones (cell phones) be used at school. If you want your child to have one for safety
purposes, it must be kept in his/her school bag, switched off, until the end of the day, and cannot be the responsibility
of the school.
Toys and Electronic Devices
Toys and other electronic devices such as PSPs, Game Boys and the like must not be brought to school unless, with the
permission of the class teacher, as upset is caused if they get lost or broken.
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Closure of School Procedures
On some occasions, it is necessary to close or cancel school. The following procedures will be followed whenever it is
necessary to cancel or close school due to inclement weather, fire, important Government events etc. The health and
safety of students shall be the primary consideration in all decisions or actions taken at times of inclement weather or
other emergencies.
Prior to the school day
• In the case of important Government event (such as the APEC convention) the College is usually given prior
warning via the Education Commission. Recent rule changes now mean that all International Schools are
governed by the same rules as local schools and as such need to follow the same guidelines.
• The Headmaster will ensure that all parents and staff are notified via the College Phone Tree and SMS text
message. A message will be left on the College Answer phone and a message will be placed on the College
website.
Procedures for closing school while in session
If an emergency necessitates the closure of the College during school hours the subsequent guidelines will followed:
• The Headmaster will ensure that all parents and staff are notified via the College Phone Tree, SMS text message
and website.
• At all times when the College buildings must be evacuated, all students and staff shall exit the buildings in an
orderly fashion as rehearsed. Students shall be kept at the designated meeting place or other suitable location
until parents can arrange to pick them up.
• Senior School Students who walk or bike to school will be dismissed within 30 minutes of the time that school
closure is announced as long as it is safe to do so. This will only be done after ensuring that all parents have
been notified. The Headmaster will inform teachers when students may be released. Junior School and DUCKS
students must be collected from the classroom by a parent or nominated guardian as soon as possible after the
phone call.
• The Headmaster will determine whether school buses are able to run. If deemed safe, students will be dismissed
to their buses. All other students will remain at school under teacher supervision until a parent or nominated
guardian arrives to take them home.
Delayed Closing of School
If conditions exist that make it unsafe for students to travel home on foot (severe weather, civil disturbances, etc.) students
will remain at school under teacher supervision. When travel on foot has been deemed safe, the school will be closed and
the students sent home following the procedures listed above.
Parental Decisions
Although the College will take every precaution to ensure the safety of all students during an emergency, there may
be times when parents would prefer to collect their children earlier. If they choose to do this, parents must inform the
relevant school secretary to ensure that all students are accounted for. During a typhoon, it may be unsafe to travel. As
such, parents are encouraged to wait until the severe conditions abate before coming to the College.
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