1. General Information

School Communication Policy : Accessibility, accuracy & consistency

When writing letters home, please ensure the following:

Font: Arial, size 12 Unjustified text

Use ‘school’ not ‘college’ as in school procedures etc. Use ‘student’ not ‘pupils’ as in school procedures etc. Consistent use of EITHER 24 hour clock OR am/pm timings Consistent use of contact numbers, including use of spacing / dialling codes etc. No commas in address or sign off ( Dear Parent and Yours Sincerely) Include sender’s name and position in school Use ‘Yours sincerely’ when parent named and ‘Yours faithfully’ for bulk letters Use the current up to date letterhead (can be obtained from the admin team) Layout For bulk letters:

For individually addressed letters:

Date

Date

Parent Name Parent Address

Dear Parents

Re: xxxxxxxx

Dear Mr and Mrs

Re: xxxxxxxx

Checks ● All letters must be checked by Kate Heath.

● All letters must then go to Line Manager/ELT Link, so that a final check can be made before being returned to Kate Heath in order that the letter can be sent and a copy made for office Teacher – Kate Heath – Curriculum Leader – ELT Link – Kate Heath Tutor / HOY Support – Kate Heath – Head of Year – ELT Link – Kate Heath