Redwood School

Redwood School

Our final preparations for the start of the new evening youth clubs and a Saturday morning club are taking place.

An information sheet has been sent home asking for details and views on how your son / daughter can benefit most from the activities. Please return the sheet asap! Our experienced staff will be organizing the clubs for each key stage.

The new clubs will commence on Tuesday 5 October, 6pm – 8pm : Years 7, 8 and 9. Wednesday 6 October, 6pm – 8pm : Years 10 & 11.Thursday 7 October, 6pm – 8pm Post 16. Saturday Club 9 October, 10am – 12pm.

Parents Workshop – important date to note! The first workshop for parents will be held on Wednesday 29 September at 1:15pm – 2:15pm The theme will be a `hands on ` explanation of the new 14 –19 curriculum framework, Foundation Learning and its implementation at Redwood School.

Make a note of this event to see how Redwood School is at the forefront of these initiatives!

Key Stage 3 activities that have taken place recently include: Welcome assembly with introductions to all the new Year 7 students.

Islan proved to be a champion in the Year 9 pool competition. Years 8/9 red group went for a walk in the local community to collect conkers and autumn leaves, whilst Years 8/9 Orange group enjoyed a session using Tac Pac.

Redwood School has the opportunity to run a free 10 week course for KS3 students, starting in October. To participate each student must attend with their parent or carer. The programme consists of 2 x 2 hour sessions per week for 10 weeks Highlights include: weekly games, activities and swimming for children.

Learning that being active can be a lot of fun, interactive discussions to help improve your child’s behaviour and self confidence, practical demonstrations, games and tips about healthy foods, label reading and portion size.

How do I know if I qualify? Although there is no cost to attend the programme, we will need to assess whether your child qualifies based on their age, weight and health.
Places are limited! Telephone 01706 751893 or 07513416134 to book a place or discuss the course with the trainers.

6 former Karen gave up her holidays to volunteer for the Sunsport programme based at the gateway centre, assisting young people with disabilities in a wide range of sporting activities such as Canoeing, Rock climbing and Golf.

Last week Karen was awarded a certificate to mark her completion of 100 hours of volunteering service. She said “it has been hard work but I loved it.”
6 form have had a great start to the new academic year, with the new students settling in well and 2 and 3 year students taking on new responsibilities and helping the new 1 years.

It is always busy at this time of year with lots of activities to check student learning and remind them about things from before the holidays.