Category Archives: Announcements

Week beginning 20th October

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Mr Kydd

There is an assembly tomorrow at 1.20 for both Year 12 and Year 13 students IF we are concerned about your attendance.  You will be texted.  You must be there as there is some important information you need to consider. … Continue reading →

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Politics isn’t cool, but former Sex Pistol John Lydon has a message for floaters and non-voters: get smart

Posted on October 16, 2014 by Mr Kydd

Former anarchist (although he alleges he wasn’t) and hell-raiser Johnny Rotten (aka John Lydon) urges young people to vote in this article and clip.  He’s rude about Russell Brand too. Read all about it here   Above, Mr Rotten. Anger … Continue reading →

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How to learn like a memory champion

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Mr Kydd

Companies are creating learning aids that tap the science of memories, says David Robson. Do they work in the classroom? Follow this link to read an article about how you can get an App to help improve your memory.  You can … Continue reading →

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13th October

Posted on October 13, 2014 by Mr Kydd

Have a look at this link to  Staircase12, University College Oxford’s online hub of resources for students aiming high at school and thinking about applying to top universities. You’ll find plenty of resources to help you develop your interests, book reviews … Continue reading →

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W/b 6.1014

Posted on October 6, 2014 by Mr Kydd

Year 13 UCAS references have now been completed by subject teachers.  Our deadline for you to complete yours is 7th November.  Please aim to meet it. No assembly for Year 13 this week, but Year 12 do have a VERY … Continue reading →

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w/b 29.9.14

Posted on September 29, 2014 by Mr Kydd

Assembly days for Year 12 and 13 are different this week. Year 13 on Tuesday in main hall at 1.20 (postponed) Assembly for Year 12 on Wednesday at 1.20, main hall. PC Emery will be taking both assemblies and discussing … Continue reading →

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Things looking up for graduate jobs

Posted on September 26, 2014 by Mr Kydd

There has been a big fall in graduate unemployment in the UK, the latest figures suggest. The Higher Education Careers Service Unit (Hecsu) analysed the destinations of 256,350 new graduates six months after they left university. Some 7.3% were unemployed … Continue reading →

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University of Reading – Meteorology Work Experience Programme for February 2015

Posted on September 24, 2014 by Mr Kydd

This popular programme is available to students in Years 10 to 13. The work experience gives students a real insight into the field of Meteorology and allows them to use the state of the art facilities based at the University of … Continue reading →

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Writing Your UCAS Personal Statement

Posted on September 24, 2014 by Mr Kydd

You should be well into writing your personal statement by now if you are applying to university. Below is a link to an interesting article from the Telegraph about how to write a good statement. Personal Statement Article It is also … Continue reading →

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Year 12 Community Service

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Mr Kydd

It is important to make the best use of your time during year 12 where you can develop new skills and experiences that will set you apart from other candidates for university places or job applications.  We expect all year … Continue reading →

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