Colton Hills School Bulletin
28 February 2024
Introduction by Mr M Winward, Deputy Headteacher Pastoral
Dear parents/carers,
It hardly seems we have time to draw breath from the half term break and the spring term is in full swing. The emergence of daffodils reminds us that Easter is never too far away which means that the Mock Examinations all happen in quick succession over the next fortnight. All the best to our students across the KS4 and KS5 who have no doubt been busy with their revision.
Already this term we welcomed parents to another one of our ‘Excellence Evenings’ which took place on Thursday 22 February. This was timely for me given that this was the first week of term since my appointment. Thank you to all those who took time to speak with me by way of welcome. Ms Hunter and I took the opportunity on this evening to speak with those parents who had questions with regards to our Special Educational Needs provision at Colton Hills as part of a series of Headteacher Surgeries that are scheduled for this year.
We will be celebrating World Book Day next week on 7 March. On that day, we will have some activities taking place, led by the English department. Some will be dressing up, there will be activities in the library. I know for a fact that the Senior Leadership Team are following a ‘Harry Potter’ theme for 2024 and so watch this space. Another exciting challenge is, ‘Get Caught Reading’ which is a fun way to show that you can practically read anywhere! Our Drop Everything And Read remains popular with staff and students alike and promotes not only the love of reading but supports the importance in terms of developing our confidence in reading. Also look out for the our Book Swap boxes where students can trade their books and pick out one that they have not read before.
Students enrolled on Oxbridge University Programmes
In January this year, three of our Year 11 students were accepted onto the GCSE Support Residential at Cambridge University, as part of the Year 11 BME Taster Programme! They will receive subject-specific support as well as general advice on study skills and exam techniques.
This month, two Year 10 students, Olga Suta and Vineypreet Kaur (pictured right), have been selected for the Uncover Engineering Programme at Oxford University. They will engage in engineering-focused activities and workshops organised by the Department of Engineering Science in a residential programme, that also gives a taste of life at Oxford University.
Attendance Award 2023/24 Autumn Term
Labour MP, Pat McFadden visits Colton HIlls
It was a privilege to host Labour MP, Mr Pat McFadden at Colton Hills on Friday, 23 February. Mr McFadden met with our Headteacher, Ms Hunter and student council reps across all year groups, including Sixth Formers. They discussed about current affairs & issues affecting local communities such as crime, immigration and Brexit.
Year 8 students dances her way into the finals
LGBTQ+ History Month (February)
As we come to the tail end of LGBTQ+ History Month, we have one last activity to celebrate our diversity and embrace our differences. Staff and students are welcome to sign on our LGBTQ rainbow poster during break time this week. Or pen their thoughts!
Black Country Table Tennis School Championships
We are proud to share our winners from the recent Black Country Table Tennis School Championship! Gyallav Bhandari came 3rd and Krrish Sharma came 2nd in the Under 19. Manjil Sapkota came 3rd in the Under 16. Well done boys!
Have your say on SEND services in Wolverhampton
Can you spare a few minutes to share your views and feedback on the SEND survey? Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) are asking for feedback to help them work more effectively with partners in Wolverhampton to prepare children and young people for SEND needs for adulthood. Deadline for submission is 7th March.
Click on this link for the survey:
Art Workshops for Parents/Carers
Creative Communities have put together some free art workshops to be held around 8 of the family Hubs within Wolverhampton. Each Hub will have a community artist working alongside you to help you enhance on your artistic abilities! – Children are welcome!
Maximum Learning Video Series - Video 3
Please click on the link below to see the third video by Mr GIttins, in our series called Maximum Learning. The series helps parents and carers to support their child to get the most from school. More videos are available to view via the school website, click on Our Parents > Supporting Your Child. Thank you.
IMPORTANT DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
Wolverhampton Children’s safeguarding contact details:
If you suspect or believe a child is suffering or is likely to suffer Significant Harm, including any form of mistreatment or abuse, you should report your concerns on the following numbers:
Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 5pm,
Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm on 01902 555392
Outside of the above hours for emergencies on 01902 552999
If the child or young person is at immediate risk of serious harm dial 999
Colton Hills Community School
Email: coltonhillsschool@wolverhampton.gov.uk
Website: www.coltonhills.co.uk
Location: Jeremy Road, Wolverhampton, UK
Phone: 01902 558 420
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coltonhillscs
Twitter: @ColtonHillsCS