Castle Hill Castle Hill Blog 05/09/25
What a fantastic start we’ve had to the new school year! The first week has been filled with energy, enthusiasm, and so much to celebrate.
After visiting every class, I was delighted to see pupils diving into their learning with eagerness and determination. Their positive attitude was inspiring, not only in the classroom but also during my assembly on new beginnings. Together, we reflected on the importance of making sure our dreams are bigger than our fears, and remembering that it’s always okay to ask for help along the way.
It’s clear that our school community is ready to embrace the opportunities and challenges ahead with optimism, courage, and support for one another. I’m excited to see all that we will achieve this year.
A Taste of Italy
10/11B have enjoyed their very first home cooking session this week! Pupils practiced key motor skills such as grating cheese and rolling pastry, while also developing their weighing and measuring skills. All their hard work came together in the form of a delicious homemade pizza calzone – a tasty reward for their learning!
Brain Training
Our Year 11 ASDAN group have made an excellent start on their journey towards the Gold Award, following their success in achieving the Silver Award in the summer term.
As part of their first activities, pupils have been focusing on emotional wellbeing. This week, they explored the positive impact of music by spending time listening and reflecting together. The sessions created a calm and thoughtful space, helping pupils to consider how music can support their mood and wellbeing.
Next week, the group will continue this focus with activities centred around reading and exercise — more opportunities to build healthy habits while working towards their award.
People Pop Art!
This week, 10AK pupils explored how to position facial features accurately before letting their imaginations run wild by designing bold, crazy hairstyles for their characters.
The results were full of colour, creativity, and personality!
Looking Ahead...Dates for the Diary:
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Date |
Event |
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Thurs 17th Sep (3.30-5.30pm) |
Post 16 Event (Year 11 Parents/ Carers)
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Wed 24th Sep (3.30-5.30pm) |
Post 18 Event (Year 13 Parents/ Carers) |
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Thurs 9th Oct
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7C Manchester Museum Trip |
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Tues 14th Oct |
7A Manchester Museum Trip |
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Thurs 16th Oct |
7H Manchester Museum Trip |
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Tues 21st Oct |
7F Manchester Museum Trip |
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Thurs 23rd Oct |
7M Manchester Museum Trip |
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Fri 24th Oct |
Rewards Afternoon Break up for the half term holidays |
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Mon 3rd Nov |
Return after the half term holidays |
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Fri 19th Dec |
Rewards morning Break up for the Christmas holidays at 1pm |
