ABOUT THE COLLEGE
ALL ABOUT NOVA HREOD
In April 2007 we moved into a brand new state of the art building that affords every opportunity for high quality learning and teaching and the use of modern technology in delivering good learning experiences. The building is open and light throughout and provides ideal conditions for effective learning
The college is organised in 8 Schools of Learning:
- Arts and Media
- English
- Languages and International Understanding
- Mathematics and ICT
- Physical Education and Sports
- Sciences
- Technologies and Vocational Education
- World Learning
Click here to view the Schools of Learning.
Each School of Learning has its own bespoke wing or wings that surround the large central Atrium above which sits the Da Vinci Dome – an extensive bio-dome which is a feature on the Swindon sky-line. Specialist facilities exist in all Schools of Learning and include:
- Computer Suites
- Wired and Wireless Technology to all classrooms
- Interactive White-boards and Data Projectors
- A Theatre and an External Amphitheatre
- A Television and Video Conferencing Studio
- A Recording Studio
- Drama and Dance Studios
- A Sports England Sports Hall and Gymnasium
- The @Hreod Interactive Technology Room.
- A Lake, Chapel of Trees and Wild Meadow Area
- A Contemplation Room/Chapel.
Nova Hreod enters students for GCSE’s, Applied GCSE’s, Princes Trust Xcel Programme and ASDAN qualifications and has achieved established status in Quality in Study Support Award in recognition of our extensive Enrichment Programme. We are developing work in AS levels and Diploma courses for high achievers.
There is a large Learning Support Team that provides support for students with learning difficulties and special educational needs and Gifted and Talented students are registered and provided with fast track opportunities and additional challenge experiences. Through our Aim Higher programme for students we have close links and work with a number of Universities.
The College is committed to working with the local community and in partnership with other schools and colleges. We play a key role in the development of extended services for students and the community and work closely with other children’s services, community workers, the primary health trust, police and welfare officers as well as the Science Museum in Swindon, local businesses and our primary schools. There is an active Parent Teacher Association and Parent Council that work closely with Nova Hreod staff in developing our policies and improving our facilities.
Discipline is important in learning and we expect high standards of behaviour built on respect. We are a part of the national programme for Behaviour Improvement in Schools and work to a clear programme of rewards and consequences to ensure students do not damage their known chances and those of others through inappropriate behaviour.
