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'ASPIRE' are the six attributes of an outstanding St. Mary's pupil. We encourage our pupils to demonstrate these attributes frequently, and reward pupils through housepoints.
| A | S | P | I | R | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Achievement | Service | Progress | Inauro |
Ready, Respect, Safe (Conduct) |
Endeavour |
As pupils reach certain housepoint milestones, they must seek out the following members of staff to gain their certificate. Certificates are stuck into pupil diaries.
| Housepoint Total | Staff Member |
|---|---|
| 50 Housepoints |
Head of Year
|
| 100 Housepoints |
Head of Key Stage
|
| 150 Housepoints |
Mrs Collins Head of Conduct |
| 200 Housepoints |
Mr Breedon Deputy Headteacher |
| 250 Housepoints |
Mrs Fletcher Deputy Headteacher |
| 300 Housepoints |
Mrs Dengate Headteacher |
For singular outstanding pieces of work/achievements, pupils may receive a postcard. Every member of staff is issued with 20 postcards at the start of the year, so if a pupil receives one it is a very significant achievement.
Every half term, during the 'Gaudium et Spes' celebration assembly, there is a presentation of 6 awards. 6 pupils from each year group will be rewarded for gaining the highest number of housepoints per ASPIRE category for that half term.
| Award | Member of Staff |
|---|---|
| Outstanding Achievement Award |
Mrs Fletcher Deputy Headteacher |
| Outstanding Service Award |
Mrs Dengate Headteacher |
| Outstanding Progress Award |
Mr Cox Assistant Headteacher |
| Inauro Engagement Award |
Mr Breedon Deputy Headteacher |
| Outstanding Conduct Award |
Mrs Collins Head of Conduct |
| Endeavour Award for Attitude and Engagement |
Miss McKay Designated Safeguarding Lead |
Every half term, pupils who have gained 100% attendance for that half term will receive a congratulatory attendance postcard.
At the end of each half term, pupils can trade in their awards, certificates and postcards for a treat in the dining room.