Year 11 have successfully navigated their Pre Public Exams and can now look forward to Thursday where they will have the chance to sample life in our sixth form. Staff have organised the day so everyone has the chance of tasting some lessons in areas they are interested in, plus enrichment activities. Applications for BG6 will also close at the end of this term so it is important for all our learners who want to apply that they complete this application before we finish next week. We guarantee every BGHS learner a place if they meet the criteria of their chosen courses. 

 

Gary Kibble 

 

The points below summarise the information shared with learners this week. 

 

Key Notices and Logistics

• Environmental Policy Update (Starting January 2026): To reduce waste, the school is phasing out single-use cups at water fountains. All learners are now required to bring a water bottle to school that can be refilled during break and lunch times.
• Attendance: There is a strong link between Attendance and Achievement. Learners are expected to attend every day, as it is vital for their progress and counts towards school awards. If your child is experiencing any issues affecting their attendance, they should discuss it with their Form Tutor or their Achievement Leader.

 

Academic and Key Dates

 

 

• Year 9 Report Reflection: Following the recent reports, learners are spending time with tutors to reflect on their progress and create SMART action plans for future improvement. Please discuss this with them at home.
• Year 7 Visit Reminder: The pantomime visit consent form must be submitted urgently on ParentPay or via paper form. Learners cannot attend without this.

 

Literacy and Personal Development

Personal Development & Careers

• PD Topics: Learners have focused on the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery (learning about modern slavery and the importance of buying Fairtrade products) , Nobel Prize Day , and the Christian Season of Advent (a time of preparation, hope, and reflection).
• Job of the Week: Translator and Artist. Note that to study Art at Level 3+, English and Maths at Grade 4+ are essential.

 

Community and Awards

• Learners are actively competing in form-based groups to earn 'Community Points'. There are prizes for the winning community each term. The weekly community challenge was a Word Chain game.