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The Proposed Academy

The purpose of this consultation is to explore the viability and desirability of opening a new community secondary school in Silvertown. We propose a small-scale four Form of Entry, inclusive, non-selective, co-educational school which would open with an initial intake of 120 Year 7 students in September 2014. The proposed Free School will be operated by Oasis Community Learning, and developed in partnership with local primary schools, leaders of education and community services. Our aim is to create a school whose ethos and curriculum reflects the diversity and vibrancy of the surrounding area; a safe, enriching learning environment for local children, offering excellent educational opportunities where every student can reach their full potential. Oasis vision is to create a new school based on the belief that all students, regardless of background or ability, should be able to fulfil their potential as they develop aspirations, self-belief, justice and respect for community and one another. We want the school to inspire responsible and empowered citizens of the future to see students, parents and staff working alongside other people in the community to make our neighbourhood and our city a more just and beautiful place. We want to support all students, including those with special educational needs, through creative teaching methods and the effective use of technology.

Oasis Community Learning (OCL)

Oasis Community Learning, a multi-academy educational trust, is currently one of the U.K.s fastest growing family of academies with 19 schools; 10 secondary, 7 primary and 2 all-through schools. By Easter 2013 we will be a family of 28 schools and expect to grow further in the following academic year. OCL is part of the Oasis group of charities, founded in 1985 by Steve Chalke. Oasis works to support communities, in partnership with local organisations by delivering housing, training, youth intervention projects, family support, Foodbanks and debt advice for those experiencing hardship, and health care. In the UK Oasis employs around 3,500 staff as well as working with thousands more volunteers. Oasis also works in nine other countries across Europe, Asia, Africa and North America.

Our Vision
Oasis Academy Silvertown will be situated south of the Royal Docks, in the London Borough of Newham. It is being developed in partnership with Britannia Village Primary School and Water City, to allow a seamless transition from primary to secondary school, ensuring the outstanding primary education and pastoral care currently offered to local children is continued at local secondary school. We will create a healthy, safe, nurturing environment where community is paramount. The Academy will be a place where young people and those working with them feel that there is genuinely no better place to learn, grow and work. Creativity will be cherished and encouraged, and the joy of learning will be evident. We will work closely with families, so our team can help to provide the nurturing care and support that each student needs into their teenage years. We will also work with youthwork and healthcare providers in Britannia Village, Silvertown and North Woolwich to enrich students studies by integrating them with other community based learning, sporting and social activities. By partnering with local employers, including London City Airport, Water City and other community members, we will raise students aspirations, broaden their horizons and offer clear pathways into higher education and fulfilling employment.
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In the past the Royal Docks were Britains gateway to the world and a hub of innovation and industry. Since the docks closed more than 30 years ago the area has been left isolated and deprived. We believe a new local secondary school is key to rebuilding a stronger sense of community in the area. By providing young people with aspirational and enjoyable education it will increase access to employment and help alleviate problems, including anti-social behaviour and crime. The school will be at the heart of the new Royal Docks Enterprise Zone which is bringing huge investment and regeneration to the area, especially in the emerging green and creative industries. Planned developments at Silvertown Quays and Minoco Wharf will bring thousands more homes and job opportunities. Our vision is to make sure that all our children can benefit from and contribute to this regeneration process and make the most of the full range of these great new opportunities.

Our Principles
To achieve our vision for students we will prioritise four key principles for life, within and beyond our community, leading to exceptional outcomes: Integrity Developing well-rounded students: academically, creatively, socially, physically, emotionally and morally Equipping students to make wise choices and become responsible citizens Teaching students to treat others with respect and as they would like to be treated themselves Independence Helping build confidence in young people, to allow their personalities to flourish in order to avoid negative peer pressure Developing key life skills Developing work-related skills to take maximum advantage of job opportunities Interdependence Encouraging students to interact with each other across all year groups, bridging social divisions and celebrating diversity Involve and inform all our students about the whole life of the school, celebrating and appreciating each others contribution. Using the expressive and performing arts to help students to grow in confidence, and appreciate different and complementary gifts in each other

Inspiration Raising the aspirations of students from all backgrounds Creating an appetite for life-long learning so that students can continue to succeed and adapt in an ever-changing world. Oasis Academy Silvertown will: Ignite young peoples curiosity and thirst for learning Develop a unique set of community partnerships to offer increased tailor-made, personalised learning and individual one-to-one tuition to each student Offer a curriculum with a range of rich, enjoyable and high quality learning experiences. Alongside a clear emphasis on the National Curriculum core subjects including English, maths and science, the school will aim to offer additional enrichment activities including music, drama, dance, visual arts, politics, debating, environmental studies and computer programing Train teachers to identify and adapt teaching styles to the needs of students who have specific learning difficulties Serve local children, and accept students irrespective of faith or ability Create extended educational opportunities for the whole community

The Governance
The School Council will be made up of representatives from parents/carers and staff, alongside other representatives from the local community and local businesses appointed for their skills, abilities and local knowledge, as well as from Oasis Community Learning and one from the Local Authority.

The Site
Currently several local options are being actively explored, although at present, the site of the school is yet to be finalised. This will be confirmed as part of our stage two submission to the Department for Education in 2013.

We will work with Oasis and Britannia Village Primary School to ensure the success and quality of the new school, and its integration into the wider economic opportunities in the Royal Docks and further afield. This would form part of a wider Water City programme seeking to maximise the potential of the on-going redevelopment of the Royal Docks, particularly for the benefit of the local community.
Lord Andrew Mawson Andrew Mawson Partnerships (AMP) and Water City CIC

We will be holding four consultation meetings Wednesday 14th November 2012 from 2.00-3.00pm at Britannia Village Primary School, Westwood Road, E16 2AW Wednesday 21st November 2012 from 2.30-3.30pm at Drew Primary School, Wythes Road, E16 2DP Wednesday 21st November 2012 from 3.30-4.30pm at Calverton Primary School, King George Avenue, Custom House, E16 3ET Tuesday 11th December 2012 from 7.00-8.00pm at Britannia Village Hall, 65 Evelyn Road, E16 1TU
The purpose of these meetings is to help you better understand Oasis proposal for the new school and to express your views on its development. You can also take this opportunity to record your desire for your child to attend the school when it opens. You can do so by completing the form at the end of this leaflet or by filling out the online questionnaire at: www.oasisacademysilvertown.org

The Consultation

The Next Steps

This initial consultation concludes on 14th December 2012. If it has gained significant parental support we will submit an outline Free School proposal to the Department for Education. If this submission is considered viable by the Secretary of State for Education we will be invited, next year, to develop a detailed business plan including an extended community consultation and comprehensive details of the proposed site and curriculum. The Secretary of State for Education will then decide whether to grant permission for the school to open. 8

Contact us
This initial consultation is running until 14th December 2012, although if you have any questions or want to sign up after this date, please do get in touch with us at: Lucia Glynn Programme Manager Development Unit The Oasis Centre 75 Westminster Bridge Road London SE1 7HS E-mail: Lucia.Glynn@oasisuk.org Tel. 020 7921 4464

Please also visit our website for updates and further information: www.oasisacademysilvertown.org www.oasiscommunitylearning.org You can follow us on: Twitter @OasisSilvertown and on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ OasisAcademySilvertown

Questionnaire
This questionnaire aims to help gather views on our proposal for Oasis Academy Silvertown. We are consulting with potential parents/carers as well as the wider community; your view is important to us and we welcome your response. Please tick the boxes as appropriate. 1. I would like to have a new local secondary school in Silvertown
Strongly agree Strongly disagree Agree No view Disagree

2. What do you think are the most important aspects of secondary school education in Silvertown? (Please rank from 1 to 11, 1 being the most important and 11 being the least important.)
Excellent academic facilities Smart students in uniform Facilities open to the community State-of-the-art computing facilities Design of the learning environment Continuing progress from Primary School Good exam results Good teachers Parent/carer involvement Vocational training Pastoral care

3. Please add any other comments below (please feel free to attach an additional sheet if required)

Register your Interest

Please provide the information below if you wish to register your interest in sending your child to the proposed Oasis Academy Silvertown or if you wish to be kept informed about the proposal.

Title: Full name: Address: Postcode: Telephone number (daytime): Email: What connection would you have with the proposed Oasis Academy Silvertown?
Parent/carer of a child at a local primary school Staff/Governor at a local school Member of the public Other, please specify

Do you have a child that you would like to attend the Oasis Academy Silvertown once it is open?
No Yes (If yes, what is your child(ren)s date of birth ?)

My child is a:
Girl

Boy

If the Oasis Academy Silvertown is opened, would you select it as your first choice for your childs education rather than another school?*
Yes No
*Given this is a consultation on a school proposal, this does not oblige you to send your child to this school, but is seen as an indication that you would seriously consider it.

Thank you for completing this form. Please return to: Lucia Glynn, Development Unit, The Oasis Centre, 75 Westminster
Bridge Road, London, SE1 7HS.