General Information
Timings of the School Day
The school day begins at 8:30am. It is recommended that students arrive before this time so that they are on time to Period 1.
| Period 1 | 8:30am – 9:30am |
| Period 2 | 9:30am – 10:30am |
| Break | 10:30am – 10:50am |
| Tutorial | 10:50am – 11:15am |
| Period 3 | 11:15am – 12:15pm |
| Lunch | 12:15pm – 1:00pm |
| Period 4 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm |
| Period 5 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm |
The school day ends at 3:00pm, and Curriculum Plus (after-school clubs) take place between 3:00pm and 4:00pm.
School Uniform
Your child will need to wear The Bolsover School uniform. More information about this can be found in the School Uniform section.
In line with the school’s uniform policy, there are certain items which must be purchased through our uniform supplier Logo Leisurewear. Guidance regarding sizes can be found on their website. Please refer to the School Uniform Policy and School Uniform Guide before purchasing any items of uniform, to check that they are acceptable. Any items ordered from Logo Leisurewear can either be delivered to your home address (for a small charge) or they can be delivered to school for you to collect.
School Meals
Food is paid for using a cashless system, and money can be uploaded to your child's student card through ParentPay. More information about how our school meals work can be found here: School Meals. If your child is eligible for Free School Meals, they will receive the free school meal value on their account each day automatically. More information can be found here: Free School Meals.
Equipment
We require all students to bring the following items to school every day to ensure they are ready to learn:
- Pen (black or dark blue)
- Pencil
- Ruler
- A suitably sized school bag (preferably waterproof)
- Student ID card
We recommend that students also bring: spare pens and pencils, pencil sharpener, eraser, pencil case, highlighter pens, coloured pencils, scientific calculator.
Medical Forms
- Parental Consent For Administration Of Medicines - Jan 25
- Use of Emergency Salbutamol Inhaler - Jan 25
- Request for Child to Carry Their Own Medicine (Form 6) - Jan 25
- Management of Pupils with Allergies
Parents Evening
We use an online Parents’ Evening Booking System:
- Parents log in online and select appointment times that suit them.
- Parents can let teachers know of any issues or discussion topics ahead of time.
- Teachers check their appointment schedule in advance on the Parents’ Evening Booking System to prepare for the meeting.
The Parents’ Evening Booking System can be accessed here: https://parents-booking.co.uk/Bolsover
If you have supplied an email address to the school, you will be sent an email informing you that your child’s parents’ evening is open for booking. It will not be possible to book an appointment outside of this time.
School Bus
Derbyshire County Council provide information in regard to the options available to students for their travel to and from school, including qualifying for school transport assistance.
The Derbyshire County Council School Transport website can be found here: https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/education/schools/your-child-at-school/travel/school-transport.aspx
Early Help
The Bolsover School aims to work with children and families through our Early Help Offer. More can be found on our SEND page.
Information for Parents/Carers
Below you will find documents which may be useful.
Our Home to School Partnership Contract can be found within the Documents and Policies section.