We have begun November with our tribute to our own saints and family members. We are thankful to Fr Simon from St Joseph’s for celebrating Mass with us on All Saints and All Souls day, and to Fr Paul from St Wilfrid’s for celebrating a Mass for staff on Friday morning. During November there will be a short liturgy during Form time for students to remember their relatives and friends in the chapel. These times remind and reassure us that we believe in a great communion of saints.
This week we will be preparing for Remembrance with our own whole school Two minute silence on the yard.
Winter Warmth
If anyone does have any spare or outgrown coats or warm clothing please send it in for Mairie in the chapel.
Foodbank support
Whilst we hope that everyone is coping well, this is a difficult time for many, and we appreciate that there may be some families who are undergoing hardship because of changes in work or personal circumstances. So that we may support our St Nicholas family we are registered as a referral organisation for the Foodbank. If you would like to have this support, we are able to process an on-line referral and arrange an appointment for you to collect a five-day food package from an agreed centre. Mairie Gelling, our chaplain, is the school link for this provision. Email m.gelling@st-nicholas.cheshire.sch.uk or ring the school office.
Please do contact us if we can be of help in this manner. As always, our conversation and any information that we need to pass on to the Foodbank, will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. For alternative access, you can also contact the local Citizens Advice in the Community on
Cheshire West & Chester Council Help Team – 0808 175 3599 (9am – 5pm)
Citizens Advice Northwich / Winsford – 0808 278 7806
Citizens Advice Help Through Hardship – 0808 208 2138
The newest school league tables has been published and we are very pleased that St Nicholas Catholic High School is performing ‘above average’
Well done to all our amazing students who work hard and do their very best every single day.
Please see this very positive article from the Northwich Guardian https://www.northwichguardian.co.uk/news/23883557.mixed-results-local-schools-new-league-tables/
Sixth Form Applications are OPEN – Please click on this link to complete your application. Deadline for St Nicholas students is 1st December:
Sixth Form Application Form 2024
Why is attendance important?
Regular attendance at school will impact on your child’s academic progress-pupils need to attend school regularly to benefit from their education. Missing out on lessons leaves children vulnerable to falling behind. Children with poor attendance tend to achieve less in both primary and secondary school.
Research indicates that there is a direct link between poor attendance and poor achievement. St Nicholas High School has a minimum target of 96% attendance for every child. A student who has only 90% attendance misses almost 4 weeks of school every year. That’s over 100 hours of learning lost. If young people do not attend school regularly, they will experience difficulty in keeping up with their studies. In addition, they also miss out on the many activities and opportunities that we offer at School that support the curriculum and nurture their growth into young adults. Students who do not attend school regularly are at a greater risk of becoming involved in crime.
St Nicholas Catholic High School believes that regular school attendance is the key to enabling pupils to maximise the educational opportunities available to them and become emotionally resilient, confident and competent adults who are able to realise their full potential and make a positive contribution to their community.
A pupil’s attendance will directly affect their achievement in school. Evidence shows that a pupil’s progress and attainment is affected if their attendance falls below 90% and statistics show that if pupils miss just 17 days (34 sessions) of school, their GCSE attainment is likely to drop by an entire grade.
It is important that we help our young people to get into the good habits that they will need in the workplace. Excellent attendance and punctuality are essential in their future employment and we regularly receive requests from potential employers for references regarding attendance and punctuality. Students who develop a poor pattern of attendance and punctuality will be monitored by our Pastoral Team and you may be invited into school for a meeting. As a parent/carer, you are legally responsible for ensuring that your child attends school regularly and is punctual.
If a pupil does not attend school or is not taking part in an approved educational activity, they are classed as ABSENT from school. This means that if your child is off school for any reason, even if they are ill or have medical permission to be off school, they will be marked as ABSENT.
100% attendance is 190 days in school.
8 days of absence is 96%.
12 days of absence is 94%.
19 days absence is 90%.
29 days absence is 85%.
38 days absence is 80%.
47 days absence is 75%.
If you require any support regarding attendance – please do get in touch – we are here to help.
WHAT IS ODD SOCKS DAY?
Odd Socks Day is part of Anti-Bullying Week! To celebrate that we are all unique, students have the opportunity to wear odd socks to school on Monday 13th November. Last year over 13,000 schools took part in Odd Socks Day. Andy Day (CBeebies/ CBBC) and his band Andy and the Odd Socks are supporting the Anti-Bullying Alliance to help bring Odd Socks Day to life again this year. Have a listen to the brilliant song they have recorded especially for Anti-Bullying Week, ‘Make a Noise.’
WHY IS ODD SOCKS DAY IMPORTANT?
The day sends an important message to pupils that they should be allowed to be themselves free from bullying and helps us celebrate Anti-Bullying Week in a fun and positive way.
WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?
Encourage your child wears odd socks to school!
We really hope that your child gets involved with the week and helps us to stand as a school united against bullying.
Music performances and concerts next half term
A level recital Evening 6.30pm Tuesday 7th November
Music Festival Wednesday 15th November 6pm(St Luke’s, St Bede’s St Wilfrid’s)
Music Festival Thursday 16th November 6pm (St Joseph’s
St Vincent’s, St Mary’s) Choir and Northern Chamber Orchestra matinee and evening concert at Tatton Friday 8th December
Performance in school for Parishioners 2pm Tuesday 12th December Christmas Carol Concert Monday 18th December 6.30pm.
Flu immunisation will take place in school on Wednesday 22nd November and is open to years 7, 8, 9, 10 & 11.
Please submit consent here https://www.cwpstartingwellimms.co.uk/Forms/Flu by
12 NOON MONDAY 20TH NOVEMBER to ensure that your child receives the vaccination.
The school code is: CP111450
Your School Lottery
This week’s jackpot winning number is:
008956
One of our supporters won £13.50 in the draw! 😀 🎉
If you haven’t signed up yet visit our lottery here – https://www.yourschoollottery.co.uk/lottery/school/st-nicholas-catholic-high-school
Thank you. 😁
Exam Invigilators
email g.hardman@st-nicholas.cheshire.sch.uk for details
Girls U16’s Football
Cuddington and Sandiway Girls U16’s are recruiting and looking for players to start with us immediately.
We are a really friendly team and will welcome new players with open arms.
Lunchtime:
Monday : Script Reading Club in Drama Studio
Monday : Linguistics Club, Years 10,11,12,13 in E7
Tuesday : Science Club in S5
Tuesday: GCSE Computer Science Revision in C2
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
Thursday : KS3 History Club – Week 2 in H1
Friday : GCSE History Film Club – Week 1 in H1
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
Lunchtime:
Monday : Altos sectional
Monday : Woodwind Ensemble in 1M
Tuesday : Ukulele Club
Tuesday : Singformers in 2M
Wednesday : Jazz Band (GCSE and A Level)
Thursday : String Ensemble
Thursday : Tenors and Basses sectional 2M
After School:
Tuesday
Rock School – year 7-9 – (Drums, Bass, Guitar, Keyboard, Vocal)
Wednesday
Choir (3.15-5pm)
Thursday
Orchestra
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:
Monday 6th November PTFA Meeting 5.15-6.15pm
Tuesday 7th November Music Recital Evening 6.30pm
Monday 13th November ANTI Bullying week.
Monday 13th November Odd Socks day
Monday 13th November GCSE Business trip to Manchester City
Tuesday 14th November Parent Focus Meeting 1 5-6pm
Wednesday 15th November Partner Primary School’s Music Festival – St Luke’s, St Bede’s and St Wilfrid’s
Thursday 16th November Partner Primary School’s Music Festival – St Joseph’s, St Vincent’s and St Mary’s
Wednesday 22nd November Nasal Flu vaccinations for years 7-11
Friday 24th November – INSET DAY – school closed
Thursday 23rd November Year 11 Alliance Francaise trip
Tuesdays 28th November Year 9 Parents’ Evening 4.15 – 7.30pm
Thursday 7th December Year 9 Options Evening 5–6.30pm
Friday 8th December Chamber Choir Performance at Tatton Park Concert (School Day, Post School & Evening)
Monday 18th December Christmas Carol Concert 6.30pm
Tuesday 19th December SCHOOL CLOSES – 12.30pm
Tuesday 2nd January – INSET day
Wednesday 3rd January – STUDENTS BACK IN SCHOOL
Click here for future dates
“Everyone Matters – so attendance matters”