We’re having a fantastic time in Chess Club this term! Students are showing great enthusiasm, learning new strategies, and enjoying some friendly competition. A special mention goes to Jayce (7N) and Christopher T (11C), who have made an excellent start since joining, and Vittoria (9S), who has also shown great progress and commitment. Well done to all our Chess Club members — we can’t wait to see your skills continue to grow!

At All Saints Catholic College, we encourage all students to carry and read a book daily. Reading is one of the strongest predictors of academic success and supports growth across all subjects. Research from the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) shows that reading comprehension strategies can add up to six months of progress in a single year. Vocabulary-rich reading also improves attainment across all GCSE subjects. Regular reading strengthens concentration, memory, and re

We wanted to let parents know about our All-Staff Book Club and share our excitement about the next selection… the perfect cosy, Christmas-curl-up-and-read classic: Little Women  by Louisa May Alcott. Join the March sisters – practical Meg, headstrong Jo, gentle Beth, and artistic Amy – as they navigate the triumphs and trials of growing up, and the hopes and dreams that shape their futures. It’s a truly charming and heart-warming story, ideal for enjoying over the next few w

Our Year 10 Sports Studies GCSE students recently travelled to Swinley Bike Hub to complete the practical element of their BMX Trail Riding coursework. Swinley’s purpose-built forest trails provided the perfect setting for students to demonstrate technique, confidence and resilience on the bike. The group tackled a range of features across the blue and red trails, including berms, rollers and the final “big drop,” which tested both skill and nerve. Every student showed great

This weekend, students from All Saints Catholic College proudly represented our school at the Regional Schools Judo Championships, a British Judo Association event that brings together talented young judoka from across the region. The competition serves as an important pathway toward the National Schools Championships, showcasing skill, discipline, and determination on the mats. We are delighted to announce outstanding performances from our students: Sara S (Year 10), Maison