Transition to TALLISThis year's Open Evening will take place on Wednesday 27 September between 5pm and 8pm.Here are some photographs from last year's event.
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OPEN MORNINGS:Our open mornings are on Tuesdays from 09.30 -10.30 commencing Tuesday 3rd October.
When attending an open morning you will receive an introduction from one of the deputy head teachers and then be taken on a guided tour of the school with some of our students. This gives you an opportunity to ask questions of the students and observe the high standard of classroom teaching here at Tallis. |
Frequently Asked Questions:
The following questions and answers were generated by a group of parents and carers based on their experience of the various systems and processes at Thomas Tallis School. We hope you find them useful.
Is there a system for lost property? Lost property is held at reception and is available to check every Thursday at the end of the day.
Who do I contact with questions regarding school issues concerning my child? Your child’s tutor is the first point of call and then the head of year. Our Year 7 Head of Year remains in post each year so they are extremely experienced with this year group.
How can I contact my child’s teachers?
Parents can contact teachers via email.
Where can I find out about what is going on in school?
Parents can subscribe to the newsletter or read a copy each week on the school website.
Will my child have a locker?
All students are offered a locker in year 7.
Where can I find a list of school journeys and events?
School journeys and events can be found on the school calendar on the front page of our school website.
When is the Duke of Edinburgh Award offered to students?
Duke of Edinburgh Award is available for year 10 students and they will receive all information at the start of year 10.
What extra curricular opportunities are available for students at Tallis?
There are many fantastic opportunities available to students at Tallis. Students are told about opportunities in a variety of forms, in tutor time, assemblies and from subject teachers.
Are parents allowed to use the car park?
The car park is for staff use only.
How can I help my child to be organized?
Encourage your child to pack their school bag the night before.
How can I help monitor my child’s home learning?All parents have access to Insight which allows them to monitor Home Learning. A letter with login information for Insight is sent at the beginning of the year.
How can I get a note to one of my child’s teachers?
Each child uses a planner, there is a note section where you can leave a message for a teacher.
How do I pay for a school journey or event?
All payments made to school are made via WisePay. Parents will receive a login. There is the option to make payments for any large amounts in instalments.
How can I make sure my child is eating healthily whilst at school?
Parents can use their WisePay login to see what their child has purchased during break and lunchtime.
Who do I contact with questions regarding school issues concerning my child? Your child’s tutor is the first point of call and then the head of year. Our Year 7 Head of Year remains in post each year so they are extremely experienced with this year group.
How can I contact my child’s teachers?
Parents can contact teachers via email.
Where can I find out about what is going on in school?
Parents can subscribe to the newsletter or read a copy each week on the school website.
Will my child have a locker?
All students are offered a locker in year 7.
Where can I find a list of school journeys and events?
School journeys and events can be found on the school calendar on the front page of our school website.
When is the Duke of Edinburgh Award offered to students?
Duke of Edinburgh Award is available for year 10 students and they will receive all information at the start of year 10.
What extra curricular opportunities are available for students at Tallis?
There are many fantastic opportunities available to students at Tallis. Students are told about opportunities in a variety of forms, in tutor time, assemblies and from subject teachers.
Are parents allowed to use the car park?
The car park is for staff use only.
How can I help my child to be organized?
Encourage your child to pack their school bag the night before.
How can I help monitor my child’s home learning?All parents have access to Insight which allows them to monitor Home Learning. A letter with login information for Insight is sent at the beginning of the year.
How can I get a note to one of my child’s teachers?
Each child uses a planner, there is a note section where you can leave a message for a teacher.
How do I pay for a school journey or event?
All payments made to school are made via WisePay. Parents will receive a login. There is the option to make payments for any large amounts in instalments.
How can I make sure my child is eating healthily whilst at school?
Parents can use their WisePay login to see what their child has purchased during break and lunchtime.
