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The Nobel School curriculum is inspirational, interconnected and evolutionary. As a community we value highly each subject discipline and seek to instil in all Nobelians an intrinsic love of learning. Our curriculum has 4 key areas of curriculum intent which are specific to The Nobel School as a learning community:

• Long-term learning over short term performance We have a curriculum which clearly identifies what knowledge we want students to take away with a focus on permanent learning rather than just regurgitating at the next assessment so teachers have long term plans that focus on sequences of learning and long term memory support.
• High challenge to support social mobility We have a curriculum that prioritises high challenge content and vocabulary, supporting students in becoming articulate, informed young people who can participate with and compete against the very best in whatever their chosen field is.
• Quality cultural experiences to enhance life We have a curriculum that actively seeks to promote high and popular cultural experiences that will provide Nobelians with a greater appreciation of the world around them, enriching their experience of life (building cultural capital in our community)
• The human angle in every subject Our curriculum focuses on enabling Nobelians to be the people they want to become –good friends, good neighbours, good co-workers and good leaders of the future. To develop the character and resourcefulness necessary to ensure a life lived well.

Our subject experts have developed clearly sequenced and logical units of work based on the following principles:

• Memory is the residue of thought (therefore activities must be carefully considered to ensure students are thinking about subject content).
• Working memory is limited (therefore lessons need to be chunked with new material introduced in incremental stages)
• The vocabulary gap is the disadvantage gap (therefore tier 2 and 3 vocabulary is carefully mapped out before a unit is taught and explicitly taught across all subjects)
• Practice makes permanent (therefore units must have modelling, guided practice and deliberate practice)
• Transition to long-term memory is challenging (therefore units have spaced learning and all do now activities are retrieval practice)
• Feedback is crucial for progress (therefore students receive frequent feedback and teachers adjust whole units and their lessons in response to the data they receive from students).

Our approach to Teaching and Learning is research-informed, so we use the following principles and strategies in our lessons:

• The Learning Cycle: A model for the essential phases of learning: explain, model, scaffold, practice.
• Circulation: Planned and purposeful teacher movement around the classroom throughout the lesson (rather than staying at the front of the room or at the teacher’s desk).
• Do Now: A silent activity that students complete for 5-10 minutes at the start of the lesson. It should need no teacher instruction so students can begin straight away.
• Retrieval Practice: A task that requires students to remember something they learnt in a previous lesson.
• Tier 2 and 3 vocabulary: Expert vocabulary planned into our lessons to ensure our students become articulate, powerful communicators.
• Cold Calling: A questioning approach in which the teacher chooses who will answer (instead of hands up) and this student’s name is not announced until all students have had a chance to think about the question.
• Thinking time: An explicit pause after a question has been asked, to allow all students to think.
• Check for Understanding: Any technique that allows the teacher to measure how well the class have understood a topic. E.g. questioning, mini whiteboards or a short quiz or test
• Warm-strict: A high expectations and scripted approach to students who are apathetic or inactive in lessons. E.g. “I need you to complete this task because I want the best for you. I know you can do this and I will help you get started”.
• Action Feedback: An approach to feedback that focuses on the task that students should complete to improve, rather than looking back and describing what went wrong.
• Scaffolding: Any supporting resources or instructions that partially complete a task that students cannot yet complete without this support. E.g. Sentence starters to help students structure their writing.
• Stop and Jot: A task in which every student must write something, such as their initial ideas about a question or topic. Teachers can combine this with cold calling and ask students what they have written down.
• Teacher modelling: live demonstrations of how to complete work given to students in lessons, to support students to understand the steps they must take to be successful.

KS3

At the Nobel School we recognise that every part of our curriculum has an intrinsic value in itself as well as equipping students to make informed choices at the end of each key stage.We provide a full three year KS3 for our Nobelians so that they are able to experience varied range of subjects across the arts and humanities, engage with technology, develop confidence in another language, discover the sports that they enjoy and be enriched through the opportunities and possibilities that this opens up for them.We follow the National Curriculum for KS3. Teaching hours for individual subjects across all key stages can be seen here.

Year 7

• Students study English, maths, science, history, geography, RE, PSHCE/ SRE, a language, music, drama, art, DT (food, resistant materials & electronics/CADCAM), IT and PE. We follow the Hertfordshire Agreed Syllabus for RE.
• In Year 7 / 8 students who are not secondary ready in terms of their reading ability receive additional reading and grammar lessons and a pared back MFL curriculum that allows them to still study conversational French, German or Spanish.
• Most subjects are taught in mixed ability groups, usually form groups. In languages in the current Year 7, students in one half of the year group study French and those in the other study Spanish. The choice of language is alternated so that next year it will be French and German that are taught. Students continue to study the same language for the whole of KS3
• In Maths, students are taught in mixed ability groups, with extra provision for the highest and lowest attainers.
• In PE students are taught in ability sets across a half year.

Year 8

• Students study English, maths, science, RE, PSHCE & SRE, history, geography, languages, music, drama, art, DT (systems & control, food, and engineering), IT and PE. We follow the Hertfordshire agreed syllabus for RE.
• In Year 7 / 8 students who are not secondary ready in terms of their reading ability receive additional reading and grammar lessons and a pared back MFL curriculum that allows them to still study conversational French, German or Spanish.
• In English, science, languages and PE, students are taught in ability sets across a half year; students may move between sets during the course of a year. In maths, students are taught in mixed ability groups, with extra provision for the highest and lowest attainers.
• In languages in Year 8, students continue with the language that they studied in Year 7.

Year 9

• As in years 7 & 8, students study English, maths, science, RE, PSHCE & SRE history, geography, languages, music, art, DT (food, systems & control and resistant materials), IT and PE. We follow the Hertfordshire agreed syllabus for RE.
• In Year 9 students who are not secondary ready in terms of their reading ability receive additional reading and grammar lessons and a pared back MFL curriculum that allows them to still study conversational French, German or Spanish.
• In English, science, languages and PE, students are taught in ability sets across a half year; students may move between sets during the course of a year. In maths, students are taught in mixed ability groups, with extra provision for the highest and lowest attainers.
• In languages in Year 9, students continue with the language that they have studied in Year 8.
• The year 9 options process involves all stakeholders via interviews with all students and their parents; these are preceded by presentations, assemblies and work in PSHCE and tutor time on making good choices.

KS4 (Years 10 & 11)

• Our KS4 curriculum encourages Nobelians to value everything that they learn across the key stage as well as equipping them to make informed choices about what to study at KS5.
• In order to raise achievement and support student progress, our KS4 curriculum offer is comprised of 5 pathways: Purple, Lilac, Green, Yellow and Blue. Students are placed on a pathway based on their aptitudes and ability, with each pathway allowing students the opportunity to achieve their best grades from a choice of subjects which is both broad and balanced.
• All students study GCSEs in English language, English literature, maths, science & RE). All students study two science GCSEs. The most able students in KS4 are offered the opportunity to study triple science. Citizenship is taught through GCSE RE and PSHE.
• The Yellow pathway, through a reduced number of option choices, provide students with the opportunity to complete the Prince’s Trust Certificate in Personal development and Employability Skills which supports their studies in other subjects.
• There is an extensive and varied offer of GCSE and level 1 & 2 technical/applied courses. For the full range of subjects click here.

KS5 (Years 12 & 13)

• A similar pathways model exists for transition into KS5 to raise achievement and to support progress. A student’s pathway is determined by the APS of their best 6 GCSEs, and their English and maths GCSE results; this is set initially based on target grade data, and then reviewed once after the mocks based on teacher predictions, and a second time after final teacher predictions at the end of the spring term.
• The Year 11 options process involves all stakeholders. There is a Post-16 evening in the autumn term, followed by interviews with all students and their parents at the beginning of the spring term, during which students share their initial choices and future aspirations.
• We offer a full range of A level and level 3 applied/technical courses across the pathways, as well as resit maths and English GCSEs (or a level 2 equivalent) for those who did not achieve them at the end of Year 11. For the full range of subjects click here.
• The extra-curricular offer at KS5 includes the EPQ and Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme.
• All Sixth Form Nobelians also complete a number of volunteering hours across the key stage and experience responsibility and leadership through the Student Leadership Team and mentoring opportunities.

Enrichment activities & SMSC

• • Students have access to a wide range of enrichment and extension activities offered through extra-curricular activities. These include lunchtime & after school clubs, house activities, sporting activities & competitions and residential & day visits. For details of the full extra-curricular offer, click here. These contribute to the highly effective promotion of SMSC across the school.
• We encourage all students and their families to complete super curriculum activities designed to enhance and extend classroom learning. Further details about our super curriculum offer can be found here.

For further information on our curriculum offer, please contact Naomi Rose, Deputy Headteacher, via naomi.rose@nobel.herts.sch.uk

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As a School we agree to:

• Teach and encourage students to follow the school rules and treat others with respect and consideration
• Operate fairly the school system of consequences and not tolerate any disruption or bullying
• Encourage students to seek success through the school rewards system
• Maintain and develop an atmosphere of good relationships and hard work
• Check attendance and punctuality and inform parents as soon as possible of unexplained absence
• Encourage students to attend regularly through the rewards system
• Check that uniform and equipment are correct and work with students and parents if there are any concerns
• Ensure uniform is readily available, reasonably priced and is only changed if necessary
• Plan, prepare and teach effective lessons
• Give appropriate work, homework and targets with regular checks and marking
• Enforce the rules on completing homework
• Encourage students to record all homework and coursework with deadlines in their planner
• Let parents know about successes and achievements
• Provide regular information through student planners, newsletters, reports and other special communications
• Respond professionally to any contact from parents

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As a Parent / Carer I agree to:

• Teach my child to accept staff authority, follow the school rules and be polite and courteous
• Encourage my child to be successful in the school rewards system
• Support the school when dealing with broken rules, disruptive behaviour or other action in the school system of consequences
• Ensure as far as possible my child attends every day and arrives on time
• Provide the proper uniform and correct equipment
• Inform the school as soon as possible of absences or other concerns
• Avoid taking any holiday during school time
• Support my child’s learning at home and at school
• Encourage and help in the completion of homework
• Use the student planner to check on completion of work
• Celebrate hard work and effort
• Let the school know about successes and achievements as well as concerns or family difficulties that could affect my child
• Co-operate with the school to sort out any difficulties that do arise
• Attend parents’ evenings and attend other school events where possible

As a Student I agree to:

Expectations and Behaviour

• Follow staff instructions and accept their authority
• Follow school rules and expectations
• Be polite and courteous and treat others as I would wish to be treated
• Respect other people’s rights
• Aim for success in the school rewards system

Getting to School

• Attend school every day and arrive on time
• Make sure I bring the correct equipment and wear the proper uniform in a tidy way
• Behave in an orderly way going to and from the school and uphold the school reputation

Working and Learning

• Work and learn to the best of my ability at all times
• Complete coursework and homework fully and on time
• Behave properly in lessons and not disturb other students’ learning
• Use my planner as a guide and get it checked regularly
• Make sure my homework is always written into my planner

Support and Care

• Let my teachers and parents know about successes and achievements and any worries I may have
• Let staff know if I feel bullied or threatened in any way
• Make sure information from school is passed to my parents as quickly as possible
• Support and encourage other students

Achieving Success

• Make the best possible use of my opportunities at The Nobel School
• Accept responsibility, co-operate and encourage others to do the same
• Celebrate my success and the success of others

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On Friday 3 July we (that is Joe Cooper, Cameron Draper, Nundon Vaghadia and myself) attended the Glider Challenge at MBDA in Stevenage, along with Mrs Townhill and Mr James.Shortly after we had arrived at MBDA we were given a name tag and asked to sit down at the table labelled "Nobel". It was here where we were told a little bit about MBDA and also the plan for the day. After our introduction we were given a tour of MBDA's missile testing facilities. I was fascinated by the ginormous machine they used to simulate a missile's journey. We were then given 3 interactive lectures (aerodynamics, materials and business) to help us understand what we needed for our gliders.(more…)

On Wednesday 17 June we visited Lessiter’s, a chocolate factory in Knebworth. When we arrived we were kindly greeted by Nina who took us through the health and safety protocols in the factory and the legal requirements that are followed by the family run company in order to maintain the highest levels of hygiene. We then had the great opportunity to have a tour around the factory where we were able to see the chocolate being made at different stages of production, from the moulding of the chocolate, to the packaging of the chocolate that is then stored, ready to be delivered to retailers such as Waitrose and Thorntons.(more…)

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Our Aim

[ut_one_half]The common goal of the Science Department at Nobel is to develop the students’ curiosity of the natural world; to develop a deeper understanding of the science of the future; to encourage tomorrow’s scientists. We believe that an emphasis on practical work within lesson time not only engages students’ interest, but also reinforces independent learning skills.  These skills are underpinned through practical work, investigations, research and discussion, helping all students to progress and flourish. We endeavour to give full access to the Science curriculum for all pupils up to GCSE level, regardless of their gender, ability or background.[/ut_one_half] [ut_one_half_last] [ut_parallax_quote cite="Rosalind Franklin"] Science and everyday life cannot and should not be separated. [/ut_parallax_quote] [/ut_one_half_last]

Our Department

We have ten specialist science laboratories.We also have a laptop and I-pad trolley for use throughout the department and a range of specialist equipment for practical use. Our team of 15 specialist Science teachers have passion, enthusiasm and flair. If at the end of a lesson our students are asking more questions than at the beginning, then we have achieved our goal!

Our Courses

In Years 7-8 science is taught as general science using our own schemes of work which we have devised to stimulate the imagination. We teach in a variety of different styles to help students develop skills that will be useful to them throughout their school career. We aim to reinforce and make links with other areas of their curriculum and build on their experiences in primary school. Students are taught in mixed ability groups before being put into sets in Year 8.In Year 9 students complete the national curriculum and then prepare for and start their GCSE studies. We will recommend the right pathway for each individual student. These are Triple or Combined Science. [ut_one_half] All continue the GCSE course into Years 10 and 11 by follow the AQA Specification for Triple or Combined (Trilogy) Science resulting in 3 or 2 GCSEs respectively.At key stage 5 we have highly skilled specialist teachers, with subject specific qualities, who deliver A levels in Biology, Chemistry and Physics and a CTEC in Applied Science.[ut_clear][ut_parallax_quote cite="Carl Sagan"] Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known. [/ut_parallax_quote][/ut_one_half][ut_one_half_last] [/ut_one_half_last]

Enrichment Opportunities

It is through the vast range of extra-curricular opportunities we offer that Nobel science department demonstrates its passion for learning! We have organised trips to CERN in Switzerland, London to watch eminent speakers for A-level students, visited GSK and Astrium, competed and won Engineering and Big Bang Fair Awards and had the opportunity to take part in Salters Chemistry Camps.  All students that show an interest in science will be encouraged to attend extra-curricular clubs and events and we aim to be as inclusive as possible in our selection of students.

Sex Education

Sex education is taught as part of the Science curriculum and RSHE. We believe that all young people are entitled to responsible and relevant sex education and that successful adulthood includes the understanding and constructive use of sexuality. Our sex education programme promotes the understanding of sexual attitudes, responsible behaviour and the development of informed, reasoned and responsible decisions. Parents have the right to withdraw students from certain modules. A copy of the school’s policy is available here.

Long Term Plans

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Biology

• Year 7 – Science - Biology
• Year 8 – Science - Biology
• Year 9 – Science - Biology
• Year 10 and 11 – Biology combined
• Year 10 and 11 – Biology triple
• Year 12 and 13 – Biology

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Chemistry

• Year 7 – Science - Chemistry
• Year 8 – Science - Chemistry
• Year 9 – Science - Chemistry
• Year 10 and 11 – Chemistry combined
• Year 10 and 11 – Chemistry triple
• Year 12 and 13 – Chemistry

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Physics

• Year 7 – Science - Physics
• Year 8 – Science - Physics
• Year 9 – Science - Physics
• Year 10 and 11 – Physics combined
• Year 10 and 11 – Physics triple
• Year 12 and 13 – Physics

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Applied Science

• Year 12 and 13 – Applied Science

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[/ut_one_half][ut_one_half_last][ut_icon icon="fa fa-clock-o" size="fa-lg" border="none" align="alignleft" color="#FDA527"]Opening Times:Monday 7:30am - 5:00pm Tuesday 7:30am - 5:00pm Wednesday 7:30am - 5:00pm Thursday 7:30am - 5:00pm Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm [/ut_one_half_last][ut_icon link="https://www.facebook.com/nobelschooluk" icon="fa-facebook" size="fa-lg" border="circle" align="alignleft" color="#ffffff" bgcolor="#002664"][ut_icon link="https://twitter.com/nobelschooluk" icon="fa-twitter" size="fa-lg" border="circle" align="alignleft" color="#ffffff" bgcolor="#002664"]

Performance

[ut_one_half]Here at Nobel there is plenty of opportunity for students to take to the stage and extend their skills and interests in all the performing arts subjects, by attending the many extra-curricular clubs, performances and concerts we produce each year. Students who wish to develop their skills further can become involved both onstage and back-stage, providing a wonderful opportunity for students from all years to work together. The performing arts are central in helping our students to enrich their school life by providing creative opportunities. These are pivotal in contributing to the school ethos of lively, imaginative, creative, enquiring and independent minds. Previous shows have included ‘Oliver’, ‘Our House’, ‘Grease’ and ‘The Wiz’. Students are also able to use the drama spaces to rehearse their exam project work at lunchtimes and in the evening, to further develop their ability to work effectively and industriously towards their personal goals.[/ut_one_half][ut_one_half_last][ut_parallax_quote cite="William Shakespeare"] All the world’s a stage and all the men and women merely players [/ut_parallax_quote][/ut_one_half_last][ut_clear] 

World Challenge

 [ut_one_half] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fhVbp5QkdAc [/ut_one_half][ut_one_half_last] [/ut_one_half_last]World Challenge is the leading provider of life-changing school expeditions and is an experience offered to Nobel students at the end of year 9.This allows students two years to raise the money needed to fund the expedition before they travel at end of year 11. As part of the expedition the students are in charge of absolutely everything from organising the transport, accommodation and supplies, to liaising with the local communities that we work with.Nobel World Challenge students have visited various countries over the years including Morocco and Ghana. Future destinations include Costa Rica and Nepal. It is a wonderful opportunity for students and really helps to build the well-rounded individuals that we promote here at Nobel.World Challenge expeditions are designed to develop important life skills, helping students to:

• hone teamwork and leadership skills;
• gain confidence and self-esteem;
• become more globally aware;
• enhance employment prospects.

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Chance to Shine

[ut_one_half][/ut_one_half][ut_one_half_last]Nobel is a beacon school for the Chance to Shine charity.We have been heavily involved in a number of pilot and long standing projects that have benefited both students and staff at the school. The aim of Chance to Shine is to keep cricket alive in schools and to teach a generation of young people vital life skills through the vehicle of sport. The Chance to Shine charity has been a tool to engage and inspire many Nobelians. We are proud of our link and are committed to a sustained link with the charity in the future.[ut_blockquote_right] I have enjoyed being at Nobel school because everyone always has the chance to shine. The lessons are filled up with new information, that really makes you go WOW!Erin Oliver – student[/ut_blockquote_right][/ut_one_half_last][ut_clear] 

Mock Trials

Every year we select a team of year 9 students to compete in the Mock Trials competition, organised by the Citizenship Foundation.These students take on the roles of lawyers, magistrates, witnesses, court usher and legal advisor. This is a fantastic opportunity for students to familiarise themselves with the justice system, whilst working on their ability to analyse statements and improve their speaking and listening skills.We are very proud of our students who have won the local heats twice in the last three years and both teams went on to complete in the regional finals in Medway.[ut_clear]  

Sixth Form Fundraising Challenges

[ut_one_half] [/ut_one_half][ut_one_half_last]As part of the enrichment programme, AS and A2 students take part in fundraising events organised and supported by the sixth form tutor team.In 2013 students raised money for Cancer Research UK and for Keech Cottage Hospice by taking part in the national Three Peaks Challenge. This involves climbing the highest peaks in Scotland, England and Wales within a 24 hour period. These peaks are Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon and the team completed the challenge in just over 26 hours.In 2014 students again faced the challenge of the Three Peaks to raise money for the Make-a-Wish Foundation, beating the previous team’s record by two hours.The 2015 challenge is an eight-hour endurance cycle around Grafham Water raising money for Keech Cottage Hospice and the Multiple Sclerosis Society.[/ut_one_half_last][ut_clear] 

Sport

[ut_one_half]We have a wide range of sport based extra-curricular activities on offer to all students at Nobel. These provide students with an opportunity to extend their experience with skill development, enjoyment and peer-cohesion.To enhance the extra-curricular opportunities we offer a full competitive sport programme. We are committed to the national School Games plan to ensure students gain competitive experience in a wide range of activities.We are very proud of the community links that we have throughout Stevenage and Hertfordshire. We work in conjunction with Stevenage Borough Council and Stevenage Sporting Futures Team to extend opportunities for our young people to ensure they are getting the very best provision available. These programmes exist as a result of our proactive approach and collaboration with local clubs and National governing body representatives. These links include working with disability and inclusive clubs to ensure all students gain equal opportunities in sport. We have been recognised for our extensive work through a Sport England regional award for our satellite clubs’ programme. We are also a Chance to Shine and Lady Taverners school, embracing and embedding their programmes.[ut_blockquote_right] Extra-curricular sports at Nobel have helped improve my confidence over the years. Taking part is not only fun, but allows me to make new friends and not just from my own year group. I feel that it helps clear my head and relieve stress, helping me to concentrate on my school work.Larreisha Zealand – year 10[/ut_blockquote_right][/ut_one_half][ut_one_half_last][/ut_one_half_last] [ut_clear] 

Skiing and overseas sports tours

[ut_one_half][ut_blockquote_right] We spent 5 fantastic days skiing and every evening was packed full with enjoyable activities! The scenery on the slopes was beautiful and the sense of achievement in improving our skills with this new sport was something many of us came back with.Holly Ingram - Student[/ut_blockquote_right][/ut_one_half][ut_one_half_last]At Nobel we offer numerous opportunities to expand the students’ experiences of sport through a diverse range of school trips.Every year the Physical Education department offers students the chance to participate in a ski trip or sports tour. These two visits alternate on a yearly basis providing a range of experiences and opportunities.The ski trip allows students to undertake sporting activities in breathtaking locations around the world. It combines the excitement of visiting different countries and experiencing new cultures and lifestyles with the ability to spend around 4-5 hours per day skiing in the mountains. After a strenuous day of skiing, the students can take part in various activities, including quiz nights, movie nights and other winter sports.The sports tour allows students to experience activities in another country, competing against international teams in a tournament scenario. The students improve their sporting abilities and have the opportunity to develop key skills such as communication and team work.The tours also allow students to learn about the history of the country we visit. For example, as part of our trip to Italy, students visit the stunning city of Venice, as well as the iconic balcony from Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet in Verona.[/ut_one_half_last] [ut_clear] 

Most Able

[ut_one_half]The Nobel Most Able programme promotes an ethos where intellectual rigour is encouraged and all students are given the support and opportunity that they need to reach their full potential.Activities include:

• History and science dome A 360 degree movie presentation discussing life in the trenches in World War One, as well as the formation of black holes and how they affect the light in the night sky.
• Go4 Set A ten-week science, mathematics and engineering project of students’ own design.
• University lectures on physics Discussion on advanced degree level physics by university lecturers in London, covering topics ranging from floating electromagnets, to LCD screens and how they work.
• Cambridge undergraduate speakers Opportunity to talk to Cambridge undergraduate students about their experiences at university as well as the process by which they applied and hints and tips to help with university applications.
• MBDA engineering competition STEM project sponsored by MBDA where students present their ideas to engineers before working on an on-site project.
• Chemistry in the workplace Opportunity for students to experience what life as a chemist is like, and how they can apply skills in a work place environment.
• Citi Savvy A day trip to Citi Bank in London to experience life as an investment banker, as well as receiving help in writing CVs and advice on job applications.
• Trip to CERN in Switzerland Bi-yearly physics department trip to Geneva Switzerland, where students are able to experience life in one of the world’s biggest scientific campuses, and see the Large Hadron Collider experiment.
• Debating society The debating society meets regularly to discuss and debate current affairs.
• Nuffield Research Summer Placements A 4-week placement in a scientific environment, enabling students to complete real research over the summer.

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Year 6 to 7 Summer School

[ut_one_half][/ut_one_half][ut_one_half_last]Nobel offers a very successful summer school to aid the transition from primary to secondary school.We explore students’ feelings towards school and deal with their concerns and worries. Students take part in a range of activities that include crafts, sports and adventure, as well as improving their literacy and numeracy skills in a busy, fun and interactive way. Feedback from students and their families is very positive and, at the end of the programme, students feel confident in finding their way around school, have made new friends and are ‘school-ready’ for September.[/ut_one_half_last] [ut_clear] 

Year 7 to 8 Summer School

[ut_one_half]Students in Year 7 are given the opportunity to attend a one week summer school, preparing them for the step up to year 8.This year, students took part in a combined drama and ICT workshop creating an ‘App’ which can be used to guide new year 7 students and their parents around the school. Students also explored the different stages of education e.g. primary, secondary, sixth form, university and apprenticeships, as well as looking at different careers and places they would like to travel to in the future. They improved their research and presentation skills, self-esteem and confidence while making new friends with students who they had not necessarily socialised with during the year.[/ut_one_half][ut_one_half_last][ut_blockquote_right] As well as being great fun, the summer school really helped my son when September and Year 7 arrived. He had already met some of his classmates and some staff which made the transition from primary to secondary less overwhelming and intimidating.Year 7 parent[/ut_blockquote_right][/ut_one_half_last] [ut_clear] 

Preparing our students for the workplace

[ut_one_half][/ut_one_half][ut_one_half_last]Year 11 and Sixth Form students are given the opportunity to complete a ‘first line management’ qualification, accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). The programme is delivered by StudyFlex. The benefits to the students include:

• an ability to complete an adult management qualification whilst still at school;
• learning to study at level 3, therefore bridging the gap between GCSE and A level;
• gaining a prestigious qualification that is widely recognised in industry;
• developing personal, leadership and resource management skills – preparing for the workplace environment;
• increased confidence at interviews and enhanced presentation skills.

Whether students are looking for part-time employment whilst they are still at school, thinking of applying for an apprenticeship or looking for full-time employment once they have completed their education (whether at Nobel, college or university), this qualification will enhance their CV and give them a talking point during interviews.[/ut_one_half_last]

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Nobel offers an extensive range of extra-curricular activities to all students.

Our Extra programme enables students to improve their leadership, social and team-building skills, allowing them to develop the character and resilience to become wellrounded and successful Nobelians.Martyn Henson Headteacher[/ut_one_half][ut_one_fourth_last effect="fadeInDown"][/ut_one_fourth_last][ut_clear] [ut_two_thirds][/ut_two_thirds][ut_one_third_last] [ut_blockquote_right]Extra-curricular sports at Nobel have helped improve my confidence over the years. Taking part is not only fun, but allows me to make new friends and not just from my own year group. I feel that it helps clear my head and relieve stress, helping me to concentrate on my school work.Larreisha Zealand – year 10[/ut_blockquote_right] [/ut_one_third_last]

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Nobel offers an extensive range of extra-curricular activities to all students.

Our Extra programme enables students to improve their leadership, social and team-building skills, allowing them to develop the character and resilience to become wellrounded and successful Nobelians.Martyn Henson Headteacher[/ut_one_half][ut_one_fourth_last effect="fadeInDown"][/ut_one_fourth_last][ut_clear] [ut_two_thirds][/ut_two_thirds][ut_one_third_last] [ut_blockquote_right]Extra-curricular sports at Nobel have helped improve my confidence over the years. Taking part is not only fun, but allows me to make new friends and not just from my own year group. I feel that it helps clear my head and relieve stress, helping me to concentrate on my school work.Larreisha Zealand – year 10[/ut_blockquote_right] [/ut_one_third_last]

The Leslie Rose Auditorium

[ut_one_half]Our state of the art auditorium is unique in the area. This flexible space is ideal for music concerts, drama groups, award ceremonies and conferences and offers fixed modern colour co-ordinated theatre style tiered seating for up to 210 people, with a total capacity of 240 people.The auditorium is located at the front of the school for easy access, adjacent to a café offering users the opportunity to purchase refreshments. The café can also be hired to those that wish to cater event for themselves.Our spacious and state of the art library is also located at the front of the school opposite the café and auditorium and can be used as a separate reception room or overflow space.Features:

• Soft seating for up to 210 people
• Multi wall projection
• Oak finished flooring

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Catering

[ut_one_half][/ut_one_half][ut_one_half_last]Our caterers are delighted to provide the catering at The Nobel School. We are passionate about good, fresh, nutritious, innovative food and work daily to provide meals that will encourage enthusiastic and healthy eating by students.We offer a wide choice of hot and cold freshly-prepared food either served ‘plated’ or from our healthy and tasty ‘Grab & Go’ range of wraps, pots and hot boxes. We welcome feedback so if you have any comments or suggestions we will happily take them on board.Bon appetit![ut_blockquote_right] I would like to personally thank all of the staff that were on duty throughout our evening production for their professional support and help. The children enjoyed performing in a proper ‘theatre’ and it was lovely to hear the parent’s positive comments about Nobel and the facilities. I look forward to future ‘partnership’ working.Emma Flawn – Headteacher, Camps Hill Primary and Nursery School[/ut_blockquote_right][/ut_one_half_last][ut_clear] 

The Main Hall

[ut_one_half]The school hall is ideal for concerts, theatrical productions or large meetings.The hall has modern, retractable, colour co-ordinated soft bench seating for up to 220 people and is equipped with a data projector, sound system,The floor space is approximately 12m x 18mTiered seating is available, which covers approximately 10m x 11m, leaving 12m x 7m stage space.For larger events or functions, the side of the hall retracts, opening the hall into the dining area, which is perfect for catered functions. Features:

• Oak finished flooring
• Retractable seating
• Removable wall opening into dining room

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The Dining Area

[ut_one_half][/ut_one_half][ut_one_half_last]The large spacious open plan dining hall offers bench, bar and conventional style seating for approximately 200 people with additional seating if required for an extra 100 people.Situated adjacent to but separated from the school hall by retractable doors, this light and airy space also offers access to an outdoor area with bench seating.With two serving areas, catering is available via our catering partners, for those who do not wish to cater for themselves.. They can offer a variety of food options from simple refreshments to a la carte meals, at a competitive price.If you would like to get involved or would like to enquire about hiring space, please contact lewis.rogers@nobel.herts.sch.uk & nobelvenues@nobel.herts.sch.uk[/ut_one_half_last][ut_clear] 

The contemporary landscaped sports complex includes excellent indoor changing rooms which are accessible both from indoors and from outside. Outside we have bench seating and tables, table tennis tables, a climbing wall, running track, netball courts and meeting areas all located at the rear of the complex.

Sports Hall

[ut_one_half]Our spacious sports hall caters for a variety of sports including basketball, football, futsal, volleyball, netball, badminton and cricket. It is located within the sports complex and opens on to an outdoor area with tables and bench seating.Suitable For:

• Badminton - 4 courts
• Indoor cricket - 4 nets
• Basketball - 3 small courts
• Basketball - 1 full size court
• Indoor football (posts and nets)

Features:

• Teal coloured walls
• Large basketball counter clock
• Clock
• Lights: lux levels 700
• Floor: beech finish sprung floor
• Fitted with soundboards

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Dance Studio

[ut_one_half][/ut_one_half][ut_one_half_last]The dance studio has a beach finish sprung floor, balance bar, mirrored wall and a sound system ideal for fitness clubs and smaller clubs or dance groups that require a smaller space to work in.Equipment and Features:

• 5 mirrors
• Ballet pole

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Astro Turf

[ut_one_half]Our large sand-filled astro turf has 8 flood lights and offers an elevena-side and 3 five-a-side, goal posts and football pitches, as well as a full size hockey pitch, suitable for a wide range of grass based sports. The hire of this area includes the use of excellent changing facilities and showers with both large and small lockers available for hire.Suitable For:

• Football - 1 eleven-a-side pitch
• Football - 3 five-a-side pitches
• Hockey - 1 full-sized pitch

Equipment and Features:

• 2 eleven-a-side goal posts with nets
• 6 five-a-side goal post with nets
• 2 hockey goals
• 8 flood lights

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Gymnasium

[ut_one_half][/ut_one_half][ut_one_half_last]The gymnasium has a beech finish sprung floor and is fully equipped with wall bars and a sound system, perfect for fitness clubs or sporting clubs who require a medium size space to work out in.Equipment and Features:

• Sound system
• Climbing ropes
• Benches
• Wall apparatus
• Trolley of mats

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The Nobel Venues in Stevenage...

Incorporates extensive facilities used by both The Nobel School and The Stevenage Music School and these are available for hire by individuals, clubs and businesses.We are able to cater for an extensive range of sports and activities. We offer hockey, football, futsal, handball, basketball, cricket, netball, badminton, athletics, tennis, fencing, gymnastics, table tennis, karate, dance and fitness classes. We host many local clubs offering the community the opportunity to get involved and we are always open to new suggestions and ideas. Enquiries from new clubs wishing to hire space are most welcome.[/ut_two_thirds][ut_one_third_last effect="fadeInDown"][/ut_one_third_last][ut_clear] [ut_two_thirds][/ut_two_thirds][ut_one_third_last]We are also able to offer for hire a superb auditorium, large hall with extended seating, conference room and bespoke classrooms, making us ideal for conferences, meetings, presentations, musical recitals, theatrical events and evening classes etc. at very reasonable rates.If you would like to get involved or would like to enquire about hiring space, please contact lewis.rogers@nobel.herts.sch.uk & nobelvenues@nobel.herts.sch.uk[/ut_one_third_last]