DHSB FAQ
For all communication please contact the school via headteacher@dhsb.org or by telephone 01752 208787.
Please refer to this document for all guidance and links regarding school uniform and sports kit
Students have their online help page which is on their own personal dashboard where they log in to Google in addition to all their shortcuts. The direct help link for students to see is
https://sites.google.com/dhsb.org/dhsb-tech-guide-students/accessing-lessons
If students have a technical issue they can goto https://sites.google.com/dhsb.org/dhsbtechguide/?authuser=1&pli=1
If you have any issues with bromcom please go to the parent document
https://drive.google.com/file/d/13phnCbwbfO8nW321voNOHsJ6_5UhM5gJ/view where you should be able to find the answer
Useful Links
Redeam Code Link
https://www.mychildatschool.com/MCAS/MCSRedeemInvitationCode
Access MCAS account
https://www.mychildatschool.com/MCAS/MCSParentLogin?schoolid=12277
Any issues or questions please contact fsa@dhsb.org
A list of clubs and activities is available at this link
Any questions should be directed to Mr Callicott at sonny.callicott@dhsb.org
Our new electric powered gates are now in operation at the main school entrance and will be locked during the school day. Visitors will gain access by video entry.
Please note that any visit to the school site must be pre-arranged and where possible parental meetings will take place using either telephone or Google Meet.
There are parking bays outside the school gate for visitors.
We have moved the school reception to a temporary position in the conference room (pictured below), this is immediately on your right as you enter the main school gate.
This new school reception will be moving to a permanent place in the Guard House (pictured below) which is the building at the main school gate that is currently being
converted and refurbished from an old electricity sub-station.
Please look at our 16 x 16 reading list which has many excellent recommendations.
Students will not be able to share their own equipment with other students as part of the control measures. Students will need to ensure that they have the following equipment for September:
Each day students should check that they have all of the following with them:
▪ The completed homework that is due to be handed in.
▪ The text and exercise books and other materials that they need.
▪ Resources for practical lessons such as PE / games kit or food tech equipment.
▪ Their Chromebook if they have one and headphones.
▪ A pencil case containing pens (black ink / biro is needed for writing), pencils, ruler, eraser, pencil
sharpener, glue, scissors, calculator and geometry equipment.
▪ A reading book.
▪ Please note: Correction fluid (e.g. Tippex), solvent-based glues, marker pens and aerosols (such as spray deodorant) are not permitted.
All personal items must be clearly marked with the student’s full name.
Tutors are typically the best people to share any concerns with initially. Heads and Deputy Heads of House, and Heads of the Sixth Form leadership team are also able to help. The school also has a number of teachers with special training in dealing with safeguarding, child protection and difficult issues, including: Mr Roberts, Mrs Weaver, Mrs Edwards and Mr Berryman. You can email them directly or by using the earlyhelp@dhsb.org email address.
The school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available via the policies section of the school’s website.
Out of school for most issues, consider talking to parents / carers. You may also make an appointment to see your GP, who should either help you directly or put you in touch with someone who can.
There are many organisations who offer counselling or guidance in person or on the phone. You can also contact:
Childline: 0800 1111
NSPCC: 0808 800 5000
The Samaritans: 08457 90 90 90
Talk to Frank: text 82111 or phone 0300 123 6600
Police: dial 101
If something has happened online which has made you feel scared or worried, report it to CEOP: https://www.ceop.police.uk/ceop-reporting/
Students may be experiencing a variety of emotions in response to the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak, such as anxiety, stress or low mood. It is important to contextualise these feelings as normal responses to an abnormal situation. Some may need support to re-adjust to school; others may have enjoyed being at home and be reluctant to return; a few may be showing signs of more severe anxiety or depression. Others will not be experiencing any challenges and will be keen and ready to return to school.
DHSB has well established systems of support in place for our students, we will be providing specialist training for staff before students return in September to be ready for this. All of the school community, students, staff and families will also be part of creating a wellbeing action plan which we will work through, including personalised individual action plans.
If you have any concerns or questions please don’t hesitate to contact us, we hope that you all stay safe and take care during this challenging situation. The best way for us to manage this and to ensure you get the right support quickly is to email brief details to headteacher@dhsb.org We are here to listen and support in whatever way we can.
The following websites have information about mental health and wellbeing, as well as a range of magazine articles, message boards and forums. Young people using these sites have told us that sharing similar concerns and experiences with other young people can break some of the stigma and help them to feel less isolated.
Kooth – www.kooth.com
ChildLine – www.childline.org.uk
Mind – www.mind.org.uk
Young Minds – www.youngminds.org.uk
CAMHS website - https://www.camhs-resources.co.uk/
It can be really difficult to know the best way to support your child if they are struggling with their mental health. The following websites offer information as well as advice lines to get support yourself.
Family Lives – Family Lives
Young Minds - https://youngminds.org.uk/find-help/for-parents/parents-lounge
If you are in crisis these organisations offer online or telephone support
Childline – 0800 1111
Samaritans – 116 123
NSPCC - Home isn’t always a safe place. If you’re worried about a child or young person, or if you notice that something just doesn’t seem right, the @NSPCC is here.
You can talk to their helpline team who offer free support and guidance on 0808 800 5000 (10am-4pm Mon-Fri or you can email help@nspcc.org.uk
Young Minds Crisis Messenger – Text YM to 85258
The Mix Crisis Messenger – Text The Mix to 85258
Shout crisis support - Text Shout to 85258
Livewell Southwest’s First Response Service is a 24/7 helpline providing advice, support and signposting for people experiencing mental health difficulties.
If you or your child feel worried about your mental health or that of a loved one or a friend, you can call the helpline on 111 and select the mental health option
Barnardo’s Family Space
If you or your child has any questions about observing Ramadan, or would like to organise a venue for prayer, please contact Mrs Weaver at jo.weaver@dhsb.org.
Sixth Form students should contact Ms Wilkinson at julie.wilkinson@dhsb.org.
Thank you.