THE ROLE OF THE TUTOR
Every student has a Pastoral Tutor . Tutor groups meet daily and the Tutor is the first point of contact for parents with any questions or concerns . Students will stay in the same tutor group for three years in the Middle School . Each tutor group is part of a Division , led by a Divisional Head .
The Tutor will get to know their tutees and their parents . They will monitor students ’ welfare and progress and listen and advise when needed . They will help students settle in and get involved and they will set the school ’ s expectations . They will explain school rules , monitor uniform , punctuality and attendance . They will discuss all pastoral , academic and co-curricular achievements and concerns with students and their parents .
Tutors meet their tutees first thing every morning and at other times where necessary . Tutors use this time to build relationships with and between their tutees through group activities , games , and one-to-one time , and to support their tutees in engaging with the Sevenoaks School Diploma and the Sevenoaks Learning Skills programme . There is also a varied assembly programme with a wide range of speakers from the school community .
The Tutor should be contacted if you have any concerns or need to seek permission for absence or notify the school of illness . It is very helpful to be informed of any family situations which may have an impact on a student ' s welfare or academic progress . All information will be handled in a sensitive and discreet manner . Emails are helpful for routine passing of information or asking a tutor to give you a call to discuss more complex issues . Teachers are not at their desks for long periods of the day but we always aim to reply within 24 hours . In an emergency it is best to telephone the main reception .
Jon Lidiard Deputy Head Pastoral
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