School News

Uniform Sales 2011 & Order Form

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 10:28:04 GMT

by Mr C Ryall.

School uniform order form 2011 is attached.

Uniform can also be tried on and purchased on the following days:

Monday 25 July 11 am to 2 pm
Tuesday 6 September 11 am to 2 pm

Come to front reception then into CU Latte

Work Experience 2011

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 09:08:42 GMT

by Beverly Beales.

Work Experience 2011

Well done to all of the Year 10 students who went out on Work Experience in June. We have had such positive feedback from students, visiting tutors, parents and employers. A number of employers have telephoned and written letters to say that our students are a credit to our school and their families.

It was a very difficult task to select the top students to receive Work Experience awards, but after much deliberation we finally came to the decision that we would have six top student awards rather than the usual three. They have received letters home and will attend the awards evening next week.

We were overwhelmed by the support from our employers and parents this year. So many employers have already volunteered to take students next year and we hope to build on this in September. We have encouraged links with local employers through Work Experience to help us improve the employability skills of our students.

We have taken a few comments from the diaries by employers, students and parents and have spoken to several students.

Parent comment in a diary – 'We feel the Work Experience offered to students is a wonderful programme to help the children understand the transition of day to day life within a working environment.'

Employer letter to us – ‘He was an excellent ambassador for your school. He was very keen to get involved and impressed his supervisor throughout the two weeks.’

Student comment to us - 'I was really worried about doing Work Experience, I didn’t hand in my parental form and wouldn’t call my employer. My first day was very scary and I didn’t want to go, but I did and everyone was so nice to me. At the end of the two weeks I didn’t want to leave.'

Employer comment in a diary –‘The student has been very helpful, listening and responding to instructions and taking on all tasks given to her with a positive attitude.’

Parent comment in a diary – ‘We were extremely impressed with our son’s Work Experience. From getting up early, to coming home late. He got himself organised with no pushing’.

Student comment in a diary – ‘I feel that I have gained a lot of confidence from Work Experience. It’s sad that I’m leaving everyone but I’ll be back in the shop to see everyone so it’s not so bad. It was really fun and enjoyable. It’s very different from working in school.’

Student comment to me –‘I loved working with young children in week one, and wasn’t as keen on working in an office in week two. Work Experience has helped me decide which career route I will take.’

Employer comment to visiting tutor –‘ Very pleased with your student. Has tackled all tasks and completed everything efficiently. Is bright and has fitted into our team. So pleased with him and would have him back anytime.’

Sports Day Postponed until Wednesday 20 July

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 16:48:48 GMT

by Mr C Ryall.

Due to forecasts of unsuitable weather tomorrow (Thursday 7 July) the school sports day has been postponed until Wednesday 20 July 2011.

Students should arrive at school as usual, in school uniform, and with their equipment and books for their usual week 1 Thursday lessons.

Super Supper Friday 15 July 2011, 7-9 pm

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 10:07:32 GMT

by Mr C Ryall.

Dear Family,

As you know, Mike Foley is leaving us at the end of term to take up his new job as Headteacher at Thomas Hardye School in Dorset.

To mark the occasion and celebrate his time at Great Cornard Upper School, we would like to invite parents and former students to join Mike at his ‘last supper’.

The ‘Super Supper’ is on Friday 15th July 2011, 7pm – 9pm and will be held at school, it will cost £7 a head for a two-course hot supper.

A group of our present students will be doing the catering, facilitated by Mrs Lindsay, Head of Design & Technology and her Food Technology team.

Places are limited, so an early booking is essential. Please complete the slip on the attached letter and return it to Mrs Welsh in Swift Office.

We look forward to seeing many of you at this event.

Yours sincerely,
A Samways
Deputy Headteacher

Induction Day & Parents' Information Evening - Tuesday 5th July

Sun, 03 Jul 2011 21:42:29 GMT

by Mr C Ryall.

Welcome - welcome to all our new Year 12s (who finished their GCSEs in June this year) and, in the evening, their parents.

A prompt 9am start (you can go in the Common Room!) - the programme will be put up on the Common Room doors.

We spend all day doing vital preparation for September (if you miss this you will need to contact us urgently as you may not be able to start courses) as well as getting to know each other. You will spend time with your tutor group and with Year 13 and all your questions should be answered. It will be an enjoyable and informative day.

In the Evening the structure of new A levels and BTecs will be explained, there will be opportunities for Parents to meet tutors and familiarise themselves with the new website for the Sixth Form - and to sign up for email contact.

We very much look forward to seeing you.

PS: Everyone wish for sun!