Firstly, let me start by wishing you all a Happy Christmas and New Year.  I do hope that at some time over the break you will all be able to have a rest and recharge for challenges and excitement that a New Year brings.

We had some big events this week in the school calendar as well as a trip to London for students to see the Classic Les Misérables helping them to develop an appreciation of high-quality musical theatre, and an understanding of revolutionary France in the 19th century.  

The Annual Presentation Evening took place yesterday, where students from Year 11 and Year 13 from the class of 2024 received their awards.  It was lovely to catch up with the former students to hear about their first term away from school-based education.  The guest speaker was a former student who is now a marketing executive at Wentworth Golf Club.  A fine golfer herself, Molly highlighted her journey to the role and the challenges and changes she had to deal with to get there.  Her speech highlighted how your plans can be rocked but it is about how you approach this that ultimately means what happens next for you.

We also had the Carol service at Holy Trinity Church this week which was a joyous occasion and helped us all get into the Christmas mood with carols and readings that highlighted the Christmas message.  

SMARTPHONES AND DEVICES

We continue to look at the impact that smartphones and devices are having on young people in our school and beyond.  We will be inviting parents into school in the New Year around this topic so please keep an eye open for dates.  You may have seen this documentary that was broadcast on Channel 4, if you haven’t, I would recommend it as a watch.  You can access the programme HERE

SEXISM

Early this week I took the step of sending a separate letter home regarding the increase we have seen this term in Sexist language and behaviours, I would ask that you engage with your children on this issue.  No one should have to hear this type of language and for female students and staff, this can be extremely upsetting and concerning.  Thank you to all who have sent in positive messages of support in dealing with this.  Young people need to be aware that such language and attitudes will not serve them well in life.

Take a look through our social media using the buttons above and check out this week's news stories below.

CHARTERS CHRONICLE

The latest edition of the school newspaper is available, thank you to the team of students who worked on the reports and the edits to produce the paper for the school community. In addition to the newspaper, we have a team of 15 students working on the school's social media posts giving the individuals experience in print media as well as social media for those considering careers in journalism and marketing.  To read the Charters Chronicle, please click on the image below.

 

A LEVEL & GCSE PRIZE GIVING

ALUMNI INSPIRES FUTURE MEDICS

YEAR 8 WINTER FESTIVALS ASSEMBLY

LANGUAGE LEADERS FESTIVE QUIZZES

ROTARY CLUB YOUNG CHEFS COMPETITION

LANGUAGE LEADERS FESTIVE QUIZZES

NATIONAL COMPUTING CHALLENGE

 

 

This year's Headteacher's competition to design the school Christmas card has been won by Avinash in Year 12. Their beautiful design will be used during the festive season.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Congratulations to Berie in 8A who won a bronze medal for tumbling, gymnastics at the Regional Cup competition in Milton Keynes last weekend. 

YEAR 7  LEXI 7A for always bringing happiness and positivity to those around her. Her cheerful attitude and bright outlook make her a valued member of 7A and an inspiration to her peers.

YEAR 8 DAISY 8H for being nominated as star of the week twice in one half term! A wonderful member of Year 8 who always positively makes a difference in every lesson. 

YEAR 9 PHOEBE 9E who has been brilliant over the last 2 weeks, very positive and committed to her learning and progress

YEAR 10 LAST WEEK HARVEY 10E demonstrating a great amount of motivation, particularly in science, and has received praise from his teachers for his efforts.

YEAR 10 THIS WEEK LOTTIE 10B for consistently demonstrating her appetite for learning, alongside being supportive of her peers both in the tutor group and elsewhere and is a role model for others.

YEAR 11 EVA 11D for the positive change in her work that has seen good progress in her subjects.

YEAR 12 KRISTIAN 12B2 for being such a warm and positive member of the tutor group. They volunteered to sing carols at the care home and helped their Tutor play 'Where's Wally' to register everyone during the assembly.

YEAR 13 MICAH 13R1 for getting really positive feedback from the mentoring sessions, they've been engaging with. Excellent level of Motivation and Resilience shown.Well done Micah!

 

Thank you to all those who have supported our fundraising initiatives this term.  The Christmas Draw was a great success and all  winners have now been contacted.  We hope they enjoy their prizes.

Whether you have donated a regular amount through Fund The Future or Gauge Your Gift, or bought a ticket for our Christmas Draw, your support is invaluable to us. You can still grant a wish for a department until 6th January, and we have been overwhelmed by your generosity.

The local community has also rallied round by donating items for our Sowers & Growers garden, and sponsoring prize-giving events or prizes for the draw.

However you choose to support Charters School we are truly grateful. 

Together, we are building a brighter future for our students.

The full funding round-up for this term is below:

We now have GCSE/other exam certificates ready for collection for those who sat examinations in Summer 2024.  Exam certificates are the way in which candidates can prove their academic qualifications to prospective employers both now and in the future. The school does not give out exam results to
third parties so students are dependent on their certificates for this evidence.   It costs £40-50 to replace each certificate depending on the examination board.

Please come into Main Reception to collect your certificates. If you wish to nominate someone to collect the certificates on your behalf, we need to see written authorisation from the person named on the certificate. This can take the form of a text/email/letter to the nominated person.

TIMES FOR COLLECTION:
Monday – Friday between 9.00am and 2.00pm
6 January 2025 – 21 February 2025

Please contact us if you have any queries.

Looking for an extra Christmas gift to pop under the tree?  Why not get some tickets for our next school production, the sassy fun-filled musical extravaganza - HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL.  

Tickets are on sale now via this link:https://www.trybooking.com/uk/EEVB

The December issue of our Alumni Newsletter is now available.  Please click on the image below to read.

 

 

We have a vacancy for a School Business Manager commencing September 2025 or sooner.

We also have a vacancies for a Midday Supervisor and an Exams Officer.  If you or anyone you know is interested in applying or would like further information, please click HERE to visit the Vacancies page for full details of all current roles we are seeking.

The brand new Staff & Parent Book Club will be meeting for the first time in January. Please register your interest here if you would like to attend: https://forms.office.com/e/SiXF4tK1uH

If you would like any further information, please email r.joel@chartersschool.org.uk

Thank you to everyone who wore a festive jumper on Thursday 12 December and supported the Save the Children charity by making a donation.  So far £185 has been raised.

If you would still like to make a donation, this can be done by using this link https://www.justgiving.com/page/charters-school-1733327215105?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU START EVERY DAY ON THE RIGHT TRACK  BY BRINGING THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WITH YOU.

 

THINK CAMBRIDGE SERIES

We're excited to announce the return of our Think Cambridge series.This is a series of webinars to inspire Year 12 students to apply to Cambridge.

If you are in Year 11 or 12, we want to inspire you to apply to Cambridge. The Think Cambridge webinar series will help you to discover what Cambridge offers.

The series is also open to parents and supporters. It has lots of information to help them support applicants.

WINDSOR ROCKS

Please click HERE for the December issue of Windsor Rocks, a community what's on guide with low cost events, clubs and lots of parks and walks to help inspire families looking to get out and about over the holidays.

HOPE CHURCH FOOD SHARE

The Hope Church food share takes place each Tuesday from 12pm-1pm. 

The items include mainly fresh food and bakery items donated from local supermarkets. The food is at the end of its shelf life (but still perfectly fine to eat!) and would otherwise just go to waste. Bring a bag to fill up, stop for a chat and a cup of tea (and cake!!) and warm up in the church. ALL welcome, no voucher/referral required.

Hope Church, Sunningdale, The Hope Centre, High Street Sunningdale, (next to Nag’s Head).

Please CLICK HERE for more details.

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