Castle Hill Castle Hill Blog 07/11/25
Love it or hate it, winter is on the way and with it comes the seemingly endless deluge of leaves. Fortunately, we had Leo from the Hub to lend a helping hand using Mr Macfall's leaf blower. I think he had an absolute blast! (pun intended)
Getting Active!
A message from Life Leisure:
Regardless of ability or background, there should be no barriers to the benefits of community activity and wellbeing.
At Life Leisure we are working hard to make our centres more inclusive for all. If you have any questions about inclusivity at Life Leisure, please email our Inclusion Officer: eve.fox@lifeleisure.net
Brilliant Blockbots!
Look at this fabulous wooden creation, I'm sure you will agree Kirsty's construction skills are most impressive.
Looking Ahead...Dates for the Diary:
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Event |
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W/c 10th Nov Mon 10th Nov |
Anti-Bullying Week Odd Socks Day |
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Wed 12th Nov |
Clothes for Sammy (Donations) |
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Tues 25th Nov |
Year 11 Manchester Airport Careers Trip – 11M&11S |
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Thurs 27th Nov |
Year 11 Manchester Airport Careers Trip – 11P&11A |
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Non-Uniform Day for the Christmas Fayre (Bottle donations) |
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Year 7 and Year 10 Parents’ Evening (3-6pm) |
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Fri 5th Dec |
Year 7 Plaza Theatre Trip (AM) |
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Sat 6th Dec
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Castle Hill Christmas Fayre (10am-12pm) |
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Tues 16th Dec |
KS3/ HUB School Pantomime (AM) KS4/ KS5 School Pantomime (PM) |
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Wed 17th Dec |
Christmas Jumper and Christmas Dinner Day (in aid of Save Our Children) |
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Fri 19th Dec |
Rewards morning Break up for the Christmas holidays at 1pm |
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Mon 5th Jan |
Return to school after the Christmas holidays |
Cyberbullying Advice and Support
Most 11-year-olds have a mobile phone, but do they know how to protect themselves from cyberbullying?
This November, Kooth are inviting parents to join them for a free 45 minute webinar. They will share practical tips on how to help children deal with potential problems, how parents can spot signs of cyberbullying and what action to take.
Use this link to find out more.
What’s included?
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Live webinar led by our Engagement and Clinical team
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Follow webinar recording and additional resources
How to sign up
Secure your spot today by following the links above. Once signed up, you’ll receive the joining link and further information the day before the session. Feel free to share this with your colleagues or anyone else who might be interested.
And Finally...
It is with a heavy heart that we have had to say goodbye and happy retirement to our wonderful Pauline Johnston! Many of you will have come across Pauline as she was our Family and Multi Agency Link Officer and has worked at Castle Hill for 24 years!
Pauline supported everybody in our school community: pupils, parents and staff as well as establishing positive relationships with a range of external agencies to ensure the correct support was always gained for whoever may need it.
Pauline worked tirelessly to build positive and effective relationships with everyone she came into contact with. Her commitment to Castle Hill and passion for improving outcomes was second to none and she will be missed more than she realises.
Julie Stonier, a well established and highly skilled member of staff (previously the Oasis lead) will be stepping into the role of Family and Multi Agency Link officer. Julie already has a wealth of knowledge in supporting pupils and families. Julie is passionate, approachable, calm and solution focused and will bring lots of energy and expertise to the role. There is no doubt that lots of you will already have some knowledge of Julie and be aware of her kind and caring nature and desire to support pupils, parents and staff.
