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 resilience, while...

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 weeks and the...