Congratulations to all our students who are getting their university offers come through, you now have a real focus on what is needed for the Summer.  Three students so far have received Oxbridge offers, our thoughts are with all those students still nervously waiting to hear back from universities.  Staying with the Sixth Form, Year 12 had a celebration breakfast this week for all the students who have started their post-16 studies very well, whether that be doing well in the classroom, participating in community events, or helping others in school.

The final rehearsals are underway for the school production which takes place in the next three weeks.  There are lots of comings and goings and much singing being heard wafting down the corridors after school most nights, I am very much looking forward to seeing the production.  Tickets can be purchased via the link HERE.

Shortly after the February half term, we will be holding a talk in school regarding the impact of mobile phones on young people and how schools and parents can work together to help keep young people safe and give them the skills needed to navigate, and use, the powerful piece of kit that a mobile phone is.  Please look out for dates. 

Thank you to all the staff who helped with the War Horse theatre trip this week. 

A few stats for you that will help you understand where your child fits in terms of information sent home for individuals.

As of Friday 10th January 2025:

We have 522 students who have no behaviour points.

We have 915 students who have between 1 to 15 behaviour points.

We have 205 students who have over 16 behaviour points.

The average attendance was 92.7%

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

WICKED THE MUSICAL!

INDIVIDUALS CAN, AND DO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

HOUSE ASSEMBLIES

GREAT GRADES AND GOOD ATTENDANCE GO HAND IN HAND

Year 10 student Holly competed at the South East of England Indoor Championships at Lee Valley last weekend for the first time running in the older age category at this event.  Holly made it to the U17’s 400m Final! Well done!

YEAR 7 

*GRACE 7G has worked really hard on her attendance and it has been a pleasure to see her every day in school. Her participation in tutor time and particularly PDL has been fantastic.

ORIANA 7H for consistently setting a good example in her conduct and behaviour as well as showing initiative when ask to do something.

YEAR 8

*ISABEL 8D had a wonderful first week back from the Christmas break. Isabel achieved 11 achievement points. Well done.

JOSHAN 8G is a hard working student who gives 100% is very lesson. Well done.

YEAR 9 

*PARAS 9D had a successful week, which is no surprise as he is an exceptional and dedicated student.

SOPHIA 9H An outstanding pupil and a pleasure to teach. Sophia has over 80 achievement points and no negatives this year.

YEAR 10

JAMIE 10B for being the first student in Year 10 to reach 100 achievement points this academic year.

YEAR 11

LUCAS 11C for his PPE outcomes in Science.

YEAR 12

TARAS 12G3 for having an excellent first full term. Absolutely amazing attitude to learning and his commitment to his A Levels is exceptional.

YEAR 13

YAPRAK 13B1 for her unfailing positivity, kindness and support to other students and always willing to help out even with short notice!

 

*previous nominees that were not featured

A round-up of the sporting fixtures this week...

BADMINTON

This week the Year 7, 8’s and 9’s took part in the annual Cox Green Badminton Tournament. Our students played brilliantly – the Year 7 Boys, Year 7 Girls and Year 9 Girls were crowned the winners and brought back three trophies!

SWIMMING

On Wednesday, our Year 7’s and 8’s went to St Mary’s to compete in the very first Swimming Gala of the year. The Year 8’s entered both the Year 8 and 9 Galas and finished 2nd! In addition, two Year 7’s (Ella & Gemma – 7D) stepped up to swim in the Year 8 team – well done!

FOOTBALL

On Wednesday, the U15 Girls won 5-0 against Theale Green in round 1 of the County Cup!

On Wednesday, the U13 Boys went to St Josephs for round 1 of the County Cup. Whilst St Josephs took the win by 3-0, the Charters Boys played with great determination and represented Charters brilliantly.

NETBALL

The Year 9 Girls had their first Furze Plat Netball Tournament of 2025 on Wednesday, and they played excellently against 5 other schools.

FOODBANK COLLECTION - MONDAY 27 - WEDNESDAY 29 JANUARY

Between Monday 27th and  Wednesday 29th January we will be donating food to our local food bank – Kerith church, Bracknell.

• Each Student/Staff has the opportunity to bring in any dry stored food e.g. Canned foods, Cereals or other packaged food.
• Each item will contribute to your house total. At the end of the week the house with the most items will win the maximum points for their house.

Please bring your items in the morning of Monday 27th, Tuesday 28th or Wednesday 29th January – House captains will be at the front and back gates where you can drop your donations off.

 

 

Student Services have accumulated an stockpile of lost jewellery, watches and glasses.  If you have lost an item, please go to Student Service during one of your break to reclaim.

 

START 2025 ON THE RIGHT TRACK

EVERY DAY STUDENTS WILL NEED TO BRING...

ADMISSION CONSULTATIONS

We have received some admissions consultations from schools in the wider area which are shared below for your information.

HOLYPORT - 

Holyport College is consulting on changes to its admissions policy for the 2026/27 Academic Year. The consultation will run from noon on Friday 13th December 2024 until noon on Monday 27th January 2025. The draft policy can be found here

Consultation responses should be sent by email to admissions@holyportcollege.org.uk or by post to “Admissions Consultation, Holyport College, Ascot Road, Holyport SL6 3LE”. Responses must arrive by noon on Monday 24th January 2025.

ALTWOOD 

Agape Multi Academy Trust is consulting on the admission arrangements for Altwood School for the academic year 2026-27. HERE are the proposed admission arrangements for 2026-27.

Agape Multi Academy Trust are required to consult on Altwood School's admission arrangements every 7 years. There are no significant changes proposed.

The consultation period closes at 5pm on 17th January 2025. We welcome your comments which should be addressed to Mrs Rebecca Marr, Lead Governance Professional of the Agape Multi Academy Trust (admissionconsultations@agapetrust.co.uk). Comments can also be sent via post to Altwood School, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 4PU.  

SANDHURST

Proposed admission arrangements HERE.  Deadline for responses 31 January 25.

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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