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Newsletter 04.11.2025

A prayer to share

Loving God,
As we begin this Advent Term,
we thank You for the gift of education,
for our school community,
and for the opportunity to grow in knowledge, faith, and friendship.
Help us to enter this new term with open hearts and minds.
May we be guided by You in all we do
—learning with curiosity, serving with compassion, and living with integrity.
As Advent draws us closer to the celebration of Christ’s birth,
may we prepare our lessons and our hearts.
Teach us to be patient, hopeful, and kind, especially when challenges arise.
Bless our teachers, staff, and families.
Amen

A Message from our Chaplain, Mairie

Remembrance  – November is very much a time of remembrance. In the Church, we celebrate the feasts of All Hallows, All Souls, and All Saints—reminding us that we are part of a great community of faith. Hallowe’en actually has its roots in these sacred traditions. To learn more, and to hear me singing, please watch this video: https://youtu.be/fr3GcqX_QgQ
Poppy Art Challenge – As part of our Remembrance Day traditions, we’ve had beautiful displays of poppies in previous years. This half-term, why not spend a creative afternoon making a poppy or two to add to our Remembrance Field?
Here’s a link showing how to make poppies using the base of a soft drinks bottle—an eco-friendly way to recycle while crafting. Of course, you’re welcome to use your own ideas too!
We’ll provide the sticks, so we just need the poppy heads. Please do have a go and bring your creations into school during the first week back. Thank you!

 

Shoebox Appeal – Love in a Box 

This year, our school is proud to be supporting the Teams4U Shoebox Appeal, which helps bring joy to children around the world who may not otherwise receive a gift this Christmas.
We would love your support with this wonderful initiative. If you are able to, please consider sending in a filled shoebox or even a small item from the following list:
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Hair accessories or brush
Soap and face cloth
Stationery and paper
Gloves
Hat and scarf
New socks or underwear
A soft toy, game, or puzzle
A small musical instrument
Toy vehicle
Small ball
Sweets (with a use-by date from June 2026 onwards)
Shoe Box Appeal
Empty shoeboxes would also be greatly appreciated, as these can be decorated and filled by our students in school. You can also fill a shoebox with items that might be useful around a home.
We understand that times are challenging for many families, so please only contribute if you feel able to do so, as every small donation helps and will make a difference to a child’s Christmas.
The deadline for receiving items in school is Monday 10th November, so if items could be sent in before this date, that would be greatly appreciated. Our student ambassadors have made this video to promote the project.
Winter clothing 
I’m sure, now that the days are getting colder, that many people are starting to look through their wardrobes for winter wear. If you have anything outgrown or not needed, but still in good condition, we can collect in school and donate on to the Green Uniform and Baby Bank in Winsford.  We can also recommend the Green Uniform and Baby Bank if you are looking for winter clothing or a uniform boost.

Anti-Bullying week

Next week is Anti Bullying week.

Show your support and come to school wearing Odd Socks

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sporting Success

Netball

Wednesday afternoon we had lovely competitive matches against Weaverham.
Year 10’s won 25-18 and Year 11 lost 12-6.
Some excellent performances and strong team spirit from both years.

 

Race for life

Thank you for all your generous donations.

We are very pleased to announce that this year our school has donated to 11 different charities.

 

Careers

Winsford and Northwich Careers Fair 

13th November from 5pm to 6:30pm

Opportunities from universities and employers

Application masterclasses

Edge Hill University: contextual offers

PwC: Flying Start degree programme

Queen Mary University of London: university application advice webinars

EY: 2026 apprenticeships and work experience

University of Dundee: student taster sessions

Lloyds Banking Group: 2026 apprenticeships

National Grid: 2026 apprenticeships

Bank of America – Degree Apprenticeship Event

Tuesday 12th November from 5.00 to 6.00pm

(They will also be at our Employer Readiness Programme this month.)

Howden Insurance – Apprenticeship opportunities in Northwich

Cameron@sanctuarygraduates.co.uk

Attendance

Everyone matters – so attendance matters

Lunchtime and after school clubs

PE Co-Curricular Timetable

Fixtures: (week commencing 3rd November)
Wednesday
Year 8 & 9 Netball v KHS AWAY
Year 10 Boys Football Mark Allen @ Winsford 

Friday
U14 Cheshire Cup v Eaton Bank @ HOME 3:45pm KO 

 

Clubs:
Monday
Lunch (12:45 – 1:05pm): Year 7
After school (3:15 – 4:15pm): Meetings
Tuesday
Lunch: Year 8
After school: GCSE PE Practical, Table Tennis Club (All Years)
Wednesday
Lunch: Years 9 & 10
After school: Netball (Girls & Boys), GCSE PE Revision
Thursday
Lunch: Year 11
After school: Football (Girls & Boys, All Years)
Friday
Lunch: Sixth Form
After school: Run Club (All Years)

(All activities open to everyone – correct kit must be worn – Trainers to be worn at lunchtime.)

Music Co-Curricular

Wednesday 5th Nov

Lunchtime Choir Sopranos 1M
3.15-5pm Full Choir

Thursday 6th Nov

Lunchtime Strings 1M Woodwind 2M
Orchestra Assembly Hall 3.15-4.15pm

Lunchtime Clubs

Monday lunchtime : Musical Mondays –  watch musicals in H1 – bring your lunch
Tuesday lunchtime Chess Club in M5 – all years
Tuesday lunchtime Mass/Prayer in the Chapel – all years
Friday lunchtime – Dance Club DS1 – 12.35 – 1.10 – Lunch passes available – bring lunch with you.
Friday lunchtime – Year 11 GCSE Computer Science revision in C2.

After School Clubs

Tuesday After School – Performing Arts Club DS1 3.15 – 4.30

Tuesday After School – GCSE DT ‘catch up’ session on Tuesdays 3.15 – 4.15 in T3

Wednesdays after school  – Dungeons & Dragons – 3.15 to 4.30pm (Open to all year groups) In the Library.

Upcoming dates

November 2025

Monday 3rd November : SCHOOL RE-OPENS / Year 11 Exams commence / Year 13 Cumulative Assessment week/ Music Recital Evening 6.30pm
Monday 10th November : Year 11 Exams / Anti-Bullying Week / Year 8 Learn to Learn Sessions / PTFA AGM Meeting 5.15-6.15pm
Tuesday 11th November : 11am Remembrance Commemoration
Friday 14th November : Year 11 Exams finish
Tuesday 18th November : Dance Festival 6.30-8.30pm
Wednesday 19th November : Art Mocks
Thursday 20th November : Art Mocks
Tuesday 25th November : Year 9 Parents’ Evening 4.15–7.30pm
Wednesday 26th November : Year 13 Reports to Parents
Friday 28th November : INSET Day

December 2025

Monday 1st December Year 11 Business trip to Manchester City
Thursday 4th December Year 9 Options Evening 5–6.30pm
Tuesday 9th December Parishioners Advent Dinner 2.30pm / Drama GCSE Practical Devised Exam
Friday 12th December Year 11 Mock Results Day / Chamber Choir Performance at Tatton Park Concert
Monday 15th December Year 9 Curriculum Choices Deadline / Year 7 trip to the Grange Theatre
Wednesday 17th December Christmas Carol Concert
Friday 19th December Year 11 Reports to Parents / SCHOOL CLOSES – 12.30pm

 

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