The positive attitudes to learning they expressed was evident in the books. All learners felt that they were part of a good school with high levels of achievement and high expectations.
A homework culture is established across the school.
Thank you for your continued support and for working with us. We appreciate the time our parents and carers take to send in positive messages of support, as well as those who raise concerns in a respectful and courteous manner. I would always encourage you to make contact with the school if you have any worries or concerns so that a member of our staff team can work with you to resolve matters.
Have a good week!
Best wishes,
Craig Burns
Headteacher
Accessing the Foodbank
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
Liv Black – Scholarship
Huge Congratulations to Liv Black (Year 13) who, after a great deal of hard work and determination, has been awarded a Choral Scholarship for St Peter`s College, Oxford University! She is now hoping to get the right grades to get her onto her chosen course.
Nathan Lee – Piano
Congratulations to Nathan Lee who gained a high Distinction in his Grade 2 Piano Exam
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
Jamie Hitchen – Year 7 – Port Vale Football Club
A big congratulations to Jamie Hitchen who has signed for Port Vale Academy.
We wish Jamie the best of luck in his new club.
Football
Both Year 8 and Year 9 football teams were in action this week, playing at Hartford and Middlewich respectively. They played some fantastic football and represented the school perfectly! They have regularly attended training on Tuesday afternoons and were excellent ambassadors for the school. Well done all!
Netball
Year 8 and Year 9 netball girls played some wonderful games against Weaverham. A great start to the season.
Book Club
By the time this article comes out, we will have had our first Book Club meeting of the new school year. Book Club will now take place every Friday in the library at lunch time. We will be shadowing the Cheshire Schools’ Book Awards and the Carnegie and Greenaway Medals. Members will be given lunch pass to enable them to make it to the library on time. All Book Club members get the opportunity to take part in lots of exciting activities and competitions, have special access to signed copies of books and even go on trips to meet famous authors. Above all, it’s a wonderful way to meet new, likeminded friends.
12th October 3.30-6pm.
We are excited to announce the Winsford and Northwich Careers Fair organised by The Pledge Partnership for Cheshire & Warrington is returning and taking place on Thursday 12th October at Northwich Memorial Court (Leisure Centre).
This event is free and open to ALL between 3.30 – 6.00pm, especially those in Year 9 – Year 13 including parents/carers who may also be looking for opportunities. The purpose of this event is to enable students to explore ideas of what subjects to study, careers to pursue, connect with businesses and understand educational pathways and employment opportunities. If you would like to attend please book on following the link below.
Eyes down for a fun fundraiser!
Our Bingo evening promises to be a wonderful event.
£5 for a book of bingo games.
Fabulous raffle prizes & refreshments including tea & coffee.
Cash only on the night.
Hope to see you there.
Thank you as always.
Your PTFA
😁
Your School Lottery
This week’s jackpot winning number is:
718331
One of our supporters won £11.70 in the draw!
Please support the school by signing up at www.yourschoollottery.co.uk
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
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 : 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
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:
Tues 10th October
Year 7, 8 and 9 football training @ St Nicholas
Year 7 Football @ Winsford Academy
Year 3&4 Mixed Netball Competition
Wed 11th October
Thurs 12th October
GCSE Practical Sports Evening (3:15pm-4:15pm)
Year 5&6 Mixed Netball Competition
Fri 14th October
All years run club
Year 7 & 8 rugby training @ St Nicholas
Lost Property
The student support office is overflowing with lost property.
If your child has lost a PE kit or a coat, please ask them to come to student support to have a look.
Any unclaimed items will be given to the PE department or the Green Uniform Exchange.
Support for families and students with SEND
FREE
11 to 19 year olds (up to 25yrs if SEND)
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
We provide young people with a safe, welcoming environment in which to socialise with their friends and peers and to meet new people.
The venues are accessible and well equipped.
There will be recreational activities that include arts & craft, music, pool, and table tennis.
Young people will help to set the plan for events and session activities based on what they enjoy and would like to do.
We offer tailored programme plans that meet the needs of the young people, which encourage engagement and support the development of social skills, including life skills and independent living.
The sessions are run by qualified youth workers and experienced staff.
The youth sessions are is free.
Mondays from 7pm to 9pm
Northwich & District Youth Centre,
Winnington Lane, Northwich CW8 4DE
Thursdays from 7pm to 9pm
New Images Youth & Community Centre,
Nixon Drive, Winsford, CW7 2HG
Advice from the NHS
As the new school year begins, children, teenagers and their parents prepare for new schedules, homework, friends, and activities. But the autumn also brings common illnesses that can keep children and teenagers away from their classmates and studies.
This blog post covers steps you can take now and throughout the coming term to help protect your family from seasonal illnesses. We’ll explore available vaccinations, how to recognise symptoms of common illnesses, and how to make informed decisions on whether a sick student is well enough to attend school or college.
Teach good hygiene habits
Good hygiene stops infections from spreading, which means less disrupted learning time.
Know when to keep your child at home
The start of a new term is a good time to familiarise yourself with the symptoms of common illnesses. For some, but not all, illnesses, it will be important to keep your child at home to stop their infection spreading to others.
The NHS has a useful guide here to help parents decide whether a child is well enough to go to school, based on their symptoms.
Know how to spot the signs
There are other types of infections to watch out for at this time of year, including bacterial infections such as scarlet fever. Although we see cases throughout the year, cases usually peak in the late winter and early spring.
Ensure your child is up to date with vaccinations.
Vaccines provide the best protection against many common illnesses. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, fewer children are getting routine vaccines, leaving schools vulnerable to outbreaks and increasing pressure on the NHS.
If your child is up to date on their NHS vaccination schedule, they should already be protected against diseases like whooping cough, measles, mumps and rubella throughout their school career, as most provide lifelong immunity.
Unvaccinated children are at higher risk of contracting these illnesses and having more severe symptoms than vaccinated classmates. Check your child’s red book or contact your GP surgery to ensure they are current on all vaccines.
School-age children and young people are offered vaccinations such as:
Through these preventative measures, and by recognising illnesses promptly, you can help your child stay healthy and keep school absences to a minimum this term.
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)
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
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