Redwood School

Redwood School

Help the Heroes - What a fantastic day we had. Our young people had the opportunity to raise funds for the Help the Heroes charity by taking part in a number of activities supported by the Armed Forces and emergency services.

This included paintball, motivational sports, fun fair, tug of war, service stands, crafts stalls and many more! A big “ thanks “ to Mrs. Peel who co-coordinated the event with members of the local authority, the community, pupils and staff from Holy Family, Falinge, Siddal Moor and Oulder Hill Schools and of course the Armed Forces. Details will be posted on our website in the near future! Thanks for your support

Evening and Saturday morning Youth Clubs at Redwood A reminder that the new clubs run by our staff will commence soon. The sessions are:

Tuesday 5 October, 6pm – 8pm: Years 7, 8 and 9
Wednesday 6 October, 6pm – 8pm: Years 10 and 11
Thursday 7 October, 6pm – 8pm: Post 16
Saturday Club 9 October, 10am – 12pm

Student Council Elections -Elections for the new Student Council took place yesterday – the votes are still being counted! The results will be announced at the first meeting next week! 

Free  fun programme for children to become fitter, healthier and happier.
Redwood 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. 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 so ring today and make sure you don’t miss out! Telephone 01706 751893 or 07513416134 to book a place or discuss the course with the trainers.

It’s been a busy week in 6th form. We have some new exciting sessions starting such as Motor Vehicle in Vocational Education where students will be doing practical activities on cars and visiting garages.

A Personal Independence programme is up and running with support for some students for them to be a little more independent in everyday life skills such as personal hygiene, social inclusion and being able to make a simple snack or drink.

Student of the week -Well done to Ryan D. Ryan has been doing really well in Maths and moved up a whole level. Keep it up Ryan! Most improved student of the week - well done to 1st year Dominic H. Dominic has really settled in well into 6th Form. He’s always smiling and has made lots of new friends.

Key Stage 3 have been out and about – students in the lilac room enjoyed a walk to Denehurst park, whilst Yr 8 and 9 yellow group collected autumn leaves, Yr 7 red enjoyed a trip to Bridgewater Hall and skylight circus entertained yr 8 and 9 yellow and purple groups with a workshop. Year 7 red group have been entertained with a Bassoon played by Mrs Lansom Smith as part of their work on Peter and the Wolf.