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Caroline Chisholm is an oversubscribed, academically successful all-through school that strives to develop young people into ambitious, highly successful, happy and resilient young adults. We make learning enjoyable from reception year right up to the sixth form. We provide a challenging academic curriculum, coupled with a very supportive pastoral system that values the strengths and talents of the individual student.
Ambition Confidence Success
Caroline Chisholm School was the UK’s first purpose built all-through school which opened in state-of-the-art facilities in 2004. The school is a dynamic, successful and highly over-subscribed academy with over 2000 students on roll, of which 420 pupils are in the primary phase and around 300 students in the Sixth form. Our facilities include an extensive Design & Technology department which includes a wood workshop, textile and state of the art cookery rooms, and an electronics studio, IT suites, a bespoke visual art area and gallery and a sixth form centre.
On Tuesday, we hosted our Science Festival in celebration of British Science Week. The event, which welcomed students fr...
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Thursday 29 February 2024Dear parents and carers,As an all-through school, we will be celebrating Red Nose D...
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Children’s Mental Health Week 2024 focused on young people’s voices. CCS promoted this theme with asse...
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Caroline Chisholm Education Trust is searching for independent trustees to join our board. Our trust board, which is the...
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Last Friday, we announced the winners of our CCS 500 words competition. As part of our focus on writing for pleasur...
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On Wednesday 6 December, our Academy Trust will be holding their Annual General Meeting (AGM), which all parents and car...
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We have had to make a small change to the date of our Sixth Form Open Evening and can confirm this will now take place o...
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In celebration of Red Nose Day, students embraced a non-uniform day, with many proudly sporting their red noses in exchange for £1 to be donated. Our wonderful house team organised a delicious cake sale at lunchtime in The Street! We want to extend a massive THANK YOU to all who generously donated cakes, cupcakes, and treats, helping us raise even more funds for Comic Relief. Together, through the cake sale and non-uniform donations, we've raised over £1,720! Every pound donated will go to comic relief to support their ongoing initiatives to alleviate poverty and bring positive change to those in need. Didn't get a chance to donate? ParentPay will remain open for another week, so you still have a chance to contribute to this fantastic cause. Let's keep the kindness and compassion flowing, not just today, but every day. Together, we can make a difference! #RedNoseDay #ComicRelief #SpreadKindness #MakeADifference
Yesterday, a group of our Year 11-13 students immersed themselves in the world of apprenticeships at the National Apprenticeship Show in Milton Keynes. The event was a fantastic opportunity for our students to gain insight into various apprenticeship opportunities offered by local and national providers. Students had the chance to engage and see demonstrations from places such as Tui, Barclays, the Army, the Police Force and so much more. The free pens and Tui sun glasses were particularly popular! #ApprenticeshipShow #CareerExploration
On Saturday 9th March, 8 students (a mix of year 8-13) performed in Northampton School for Boys' annual dance show 'Junction'. The girls performed exceptionally well and represented CCS in an impeccable way. They worked extremely hard attending regular rehearsals in the build up to the show to ensure they were confident and could perform to a high standard. This was the first time CCS had performed at Junction and I look forward to next year where we will hopefully get an opportunity to attend again. Well done to all involved!
A group of our Year 11 and 12 students ventured on exciting trip to Warwick University for a campus tour and an immersive exploration of university life on Wednesday. We had the pleasure of bumping into some CCS alumni who are currently studying at Warwick and to hear how happy they have been during their time there. In the afternoon, our students were set a challenge in small groups; an innovative task against the clock. They displayed remarkable teamwork and determination. We are proud to say one of our CCS teams took the trophy! #CCSatWarwick #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork
Happy World Book Day! It has been a joyous day celebrating with our students in Primary who were able to dress up in their pyjamas and bring in their favourite book to share. The excitement continued with many staff members dressing up – ranging from the fantastical Willy Wonka to the beloved characters of Harry Potter, as well as a few David Walliams characters: "Gangsta Granny" and "The Boy in the Dress". The infectious spirit of fun permeated throughout the school, captivating both adults and students alike. A wonderful way to celebrate the magic of storytelling, the joy of imagination, and the power of words. #WorldBookDay #ReadingIsMagic
We are so proud of our Strictly stars, who put on a incredible performance on Saturday as part of the Dancing Schools UK show. From start to finish, Team 2 and Team 8 brought their A-game to the dance floor, dazzling us with their incredible moves and infectious enthusiasm. Their beaming smiles lit up the stage! Their synchronised timing was excellent and the judges were so impressed with their performances, which is testament to all of the hard work that they have put in this term. Both teams are through to the grand final in June where they will get to showcase their talents again. Team 8 finished 2nd and Team 2 finished 3rd Congratulations all! We can't wait to see them shine once again and showcase their talents on the big stage. #StrictlyDanceCompetition #TeamWork #GrandFinalBound
Yesterday, our Year 12 students embarked on an enriching visit to Cambridge University. Our visit was filled with moments that turned the abstract idea of "applying to an ancient university" into a tangible path they could see themselves following. The students didn't just sit through presentations; they actively engaged, soaking up valuable advice on how to make their applications stand out, from crafting a personal statement that truly reflects their passions to acing their interviews with confidence. We wandered through the historic campus, peeked into lecture halls, and chatted with students and professors, all of which helped demystify the prestigious world of Cambridge. It was a day of discovery, not just about Cambridge, but about themselves and the futures they dare to imagine. #EducationInspires
In celebration of Red Nose Day, students embraced a non-uniform day, with many proudly sporting their red noses in exchange for £1 to be donated. Our wonderful house team organised a delicious cake sale at lunchtime in The Street! We want to extend a massive THANK YOU to all who generously donated cakes, cupcakes, and treats, helping us raise even more funds for Comic Relief. Together, through the cake sale and non-uniform donations, we've raised over £1,720! Every pound donated will go to comic relief to support their ongoing initiatives to alleviate poverty and bring positive change to those in need. Didn't get a chance to donate? ParentPay will remain open for another week, so you still have a chance to contribute to this fantastic cause. Let's keep the kindness and compassion flowing, not just today, but every day. Together, we can make a difference! #RedNoseDay #ComicRelief #SpreadKindness #MakeADifference
Yesterday, a group of our Year 11-13 students immersed themselves in the world of apprenticeships at the National Apprenticeship Show in Milton Keynes. The event was a fantastic opportunity for our students to gain insight into various apprenticeship opportunities offered by local and national providers. Students had the chance to engage and see demonstrations from places such as Tui, Barclays, the Army, the Police Force and so much more. The free pens and Tui sun glasses were particularly popular! #ApprenticeshipShow #CareerExploration
On Saturday 9th March, 8 students (a mix of year 8-13) performed in Northampton School for Boys' annual dance show 'Junction'. The girls performed exceptionally well and represented CCS in an impeccable way. They worked extremely hard attending regular rehearsals in the build up to the show to ensure they were confident and could perform to a high standard. This was the first time CCS had performed at Junction and we look forward to next year where we will hopefully get an opportunity to attend again. Well done to all involved!
Our 'Caring is Sharing' initiative received an overwhelming response last term, allowing us to provide 28 disadvantaged families within our school community with a large parcel filled with food and toiletries to support them over the half term break; a huge thank you to everyone who donated to this cause and made this possible. With the Easter break fast approaching, our goal once again is to support our families in need with food and toiletry supplies over the school holiday. If you would like to donate towards this worthwhile cause, we've included a list of suggested items on the picture below. Donations can be dropped off to the boxes in either our primary or secondary reception, before 4pm on Monday 25 March. Thank you in advance for your support to this great cause!
A group of our Year 11 and 12 students ventured on exciting trip to Warwick University for a campus tour and an immersive exploration of university life on Wednesday. We had the pleasure of bumping into some CCS alumni who are currently studying at Warwick and to hear how happy they have been during their time there. In the afternoon, our students were set a challenge in small groups; an innovative task against the clock. They displayed remarkable teamwork and determination. We are proud to say one of our CCS teams took the trophy! #CCSatWarwick #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork
Happy World Book Day! It has been a joyous day celebrating with our students in Primary who were able to dress up in their pyjamas and bring in their favourite book to share. The excitement continued with many staff members dressing up – ranging from the fantastical Willy Wonka to the beloved characters of Harry Potter, as well as a few David Walliams characters: "Gangsta Granny" and "The Boy in the Dress". The infectious spirit of fun permeated throughout the school, captivating both adults and students alike. A wonderful way to celebrate the magic of storytelling, the joy of imagination, and the power of words. #WorldBookDay #ReadingIsMagic
We are so proud of our Strictly stars, who put on an incredible performance on Saturday as part of the Dancing Schools UK show. From start to finish, Team 2 and Team 8 brought their A-game to the dance floor, dazzling us with their incredible moves and infectious enthusiasm. Their beaming smiles lit up the stage! Their synchronised timing was excellent and the judges were so impressed with their performances, which is testament to all of the hard work that they have put in this term. Both teams are through to the grand final in June where they will get to showcase their talents again. Team 8 finished 2nd and Team 2 finished 3rd . Congratulations all! We can't wait to see them shine once again and showcase their talents on the big stage. #StrictlyDanceCompetition #TeamWork #GrandFinalBound
“Pupils are well supported for their next steps in education and training. Opportunities for extra-curricular activity are highly regarded. These include a wide range of sports, dance, drama and visual arts."
“Every teacher I have is incredibly passionate in the subject they teach. We engage with them, because they engage us. They want to be with us in the classroom.”
At Caroline Chisholm School we are very proud of our Alumni. Our students go on to achieve in a wide range of fields and often say that the work ethic, social skills and confidence they develop during their time with us has helped them in their careers.
We always enjoy hearing from our Alumni and If you recently finished with us in the last 5 years, we'd love to hear how you're getting on!
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Caroline Chisholm School
The Wooldale Centre for Learning, Wootton Fields
Northampton, NN4 6TP
Principal: Mr David James
School opening hours: 8:00-4:30pm
Phone
Primary:
01604 272572
Secondary:
01604 344744
Safeguarding:
01604 344745
Primary:
primaryoffice@ccs.northants.sch.uk
Secondary:
office@ccs.northants.sch.uk
Sixth Form:
sixthformteam@ccs.northants.sch.uk