Newsletter 02.10.2023

Message from our Chaplain Mairie

Year 7 Visit to St Wilfrid’s

On Tuesday we were delighted to take our Year 7 cohort along to St Wilfrid’s parish church and centre for a RE day with a difference. This was an opportunity for the year group to spend time with their, year leader, Miss Forsey, form tutors and RE staff, getting to know each other a little better and learning about parish community. Mrs McKenna, our musical director led everyone in some wonderful singing that helped prepare us for Mass, celebrated by Fr Paul and Fr Simon. Deacon David was on hand to answer all manner of questions about the church and parish life.

It was a lovely day and everyone behaved impeccably. We were very proud of our Year 7 students. Here are some of their thoughts –

“I made a new friend” (lots of these)

“I loved exploring the church and seeing the difference with my parish church”

“I enjoyed using our creativity”

“I enjoyed the art and making stained glass windows. The church was beautiful.”

“I learned a lot about the church and the singing was enjoyable.”

“I learned lots of new things even though I go to this church”

“I loved the grotto at the front of church.”

“I just enjoyed being with everyone.”

We are now looking forward to our Year 7 Welcome Mass on Wednesday.

Language Ambassadors

Congratulations to the following students who have been selected as Language Ambassadors for the 2023-24 academic year.

Catherine Jack 12K
Alex Neshkova 11C
Isabelle Leather 11K
Aurora Merolle 11W
Ashwin Nair 10W
Emma Baylis 9C
Naomi Kirwin 9R
Fflur Pidsley 8B
Nieve Yeo 8V
Rachel Aldridge 8C
Frank Graham 8K
Beatrix Grainge 7T
Maisie Warrington 7K
Aidan Sullivan 7K
Aaron Southern 7K

Thank you to those who helped with European Day of Languages and Open Evening from the MFL department!

Sixth Form Open Evening

We are excited to invite prospective Sixth Form students and their families to our Open Evening which will take place on Tuesday 17th October 6-8pm

ARC trip to Cadbury's World

ARC students and students from the year 10 CoPE course went to Cadbury World last week.

They visited the museum and learnt all about the history of chocolate and how our favourite chocolates were made. Students and staff even had a go at tempering and drawing in chocolate.

The highlight was the 4D cinema, where we saw popular characters like Freddo, the Cadbury bunny, and Mr Parrot come to life.

Students and staff alike all enjoyed a stop at the shop before coming home.

Sporting Success - Year 7 Football

On Wednesday evening, the Year 7 football team took part in a football festival at Knutsford Academy. They played some excellent football, winning two games and drawing two games, ending the evening unbeaten. They also played all four games without conceding a goal, a brilliant achievement! Well done to all involved!

History Clubs

Who is important in History?

KS3 History Club

Where: H1

When: Thursday Lunchtime Week 2

Starting Thursday 12th October in H1

DO HOLLYWOOD FILMS GIVE AN ACCURATE PICTURE OF HISTORY? DOES IT MATTER?

GCSE History Film Club

Every Friday Week 1

lunchtimes in h1

Starting Friday 6th October

A Level History Book Club

Friday Week 2, lunchtimes in h1

Starting Friday 13th October

Library and Literacy

Cheshire Schools’ Book Award Launch

The launch of the Cheshire Schools’ Book Award will take place on Wednesday the 11^th of October at Winsford Academy 4:30 – 6:30pm. In addition to the announcement of the shortlist, Josh Silver, author of the riveting dystopian novel Happy Head will be there to meet pupils and talk about his books and writing. As if all that was reason enough to go, there will be snacks!

All students are welcome to attend this event. Parents and guardians should have received a email with a link to Forms to register their child’s attendance. We will meet outside the entrance to Winsford Academy before heading in. Unfortunately we are unable to offer transport at this time, but if you are able to drop off and pick up your children, this event is something they will get a lot of enjoyment from and, hopefully, be inspired to read more books. I need to let the Educational Library Service know how many to expect so please respond before 2pm Wednesday 4^th October.

Northwich Careers Fair

Northwich Leisure Centre

Thursday 12 October 3.30pm-6pm

Free and open to all in the local area, especially those in Year 9 – 13 including parents/carers.

With over 50 stands, meet with:

employers, colleges, universities, training providers and voluntary organisation from varying sectors, including digital, manufacturing, healthcare, and public services.

Whether you are deciding on subjects to study or careers to pursue, this is a great step to help

• Learn about apprenticeships, T-Levels and A Level progression routes

• Find out more about going to university and interact with local universities

. Seek out part time jobs, volunteering placements or work experience opportunities

Vacancies at St Nicholas

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Grade 7

Closing date: 9am Monday 09 October 2023.

Click here for further information

Online Support Sessions for Parents and Carers

PTFA News

Save the date: 19th October.

Bingo Evening Fundraiser at school.

Everyone is welcome.

Your School Lottery

This week’s jackpot winning number is:
448024

One of our supporters won £11.10 in the draw!

Please support the school by signing up at www.yourschoollottery.co.uk

PCF CWaC

Parent Carer Forum
Cheshire West & Chester

As we start the 2023/24 academic year we hope you have all had a lovely summer and a smooth transition back to school/college.

PCF CWaC are excited to share with you our calendar of events for this academic year, we hope you will be able to join us whether that be online, at one of our in-person Forum events or for a cup of coffee.

Click here to read the Newsletter

Lunchtime and after school Clubs

Lunchtime:

Monday : Script Reading Club in Drama Studio
Monday : Linguistics Club, Years 10,11,12,13 in E7
Tuesday : Science Club in S5
Tuesday : Chess Club in M5
Wednesday : Art club – all years in A1 and A2
Wednesday : Easy as Pi – Maths Club – in M6
Wednesday : Dungeons and Dragons in B5
Thursday : Art club -all years A1 in and A2.

After School:

Tuesday
Performing Arts Club – 3.15 – 4.30 Drama
Food Club – Year 9 and GCSE – 3.15 – 4.30 in T6
Wednesday
Dungeons and Dragons – in the library

Thursday
Art club for KS4 and 5 in A2

Music - lunchtime and after school clubs

Lunchtime:

Monday : Key stage 3 Keyboard Club
Monday : Woodwind Ensemble in 1M
Tuesday : Ukulele Club
Tuesday : Singformers in 2M
Wednesday : Jazz Band (GCSE and A Level)
Thursday : String Ensemble
Friday : GCSE Music Coursework

After School:

Tuesday 14/9 :
Rock School – year 7-9
Wednesday 20/9 :
Choir (3.15-5pm)
Thursday 21/9
Orchestra

PE - lunchtime and after school clubs

Lunchtime:

Monday : Football – sports Hall – Year 9
Tuesday : Football – sports Hall – Year 10
Wednesday : Football – sports Hall – Year 7&8
Thursday : Football – sports Hall – Year 9
Friday : Football – sports Hall – Year 9

After School:

Tues 3rd October
Year 7 & 8 football training @ St Nicholas
Wed 4th October
Year 9, 10 & 11 football training @ St Nicholas
Thurs 5th October
GCSE Practical Sports Evening (3:15pm-4:15pm)
Fri 6th October
All years run club
Year 7 & 8 rugby training @ St Nicholas

Message from PE

On Tuesday evening, we had over 100 students playing sport either recreationally in co-curricular clubs and competitively for the school! We still have KS3 football on Tuesday after school and rugby on Friday after school each week.

Advice from the NHS

Is my child too ill for school?

Coughs and colds
It’s fine to send your child to school with a minor cough or common cold. But if they have a fever, keep them off school until the fever goes.
Encourage your child to throw away any used tissues and to wash their hands regularly.

High temperature
If your child has a high temperature, keep them off school until it goes away.

COVID-19
If your child has mild symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, or slight cough, and feels well enough, they can go to school.
Your child should try to stay at home and avoid contact with other people if they have symptoms of COVID-19 and they either: have a high temperature or do not feel well enough to go to school or do their normal activities

What to do if your child has tested positive
Your child is no longer required to do a COVID-19 rapid lateral flow test if they have symptoms. But if your child has tested positive for COVID-19, they should try to stay at home and avoid contact with other people for 3 days after the day they took the test.

Click here for further advice from the NHS

Upcoming dates

Wednesday 4th October Year 7 Welcome Mass 6pm
Thursday 5th October – Friday 7th October Year 10 RE London trip departs
Friday 6th October CAFOD Harvest Day
Wednesday 11th October Year 8 Retreat Day
Thursday 12th October Year 7 Information Evening (Form Tutors only) 4.15pm
Thursday 12th October Year 7 Parents’ Information Evening for Residential (5pm & 5.45pm)
Monday 16th October Year 11 SEN Parent Focus Meeting 4-5.15pm
Tues 17th October Sixth Form Open Evening 6-8:15pm
Thursday 19th October Year 7 Learn to Learn Sessions
Friday 20th October Half term SCHOOL CLOSES
Monday 30th October SCHOOL RE-OPENS
Monday 30th October Year 11 Exams commence

Click here for future dates

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