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    Everyone Every Lesson Every Opportunity

    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.

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    A school for the future

    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.

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  • News
    14 March 202424/03/14 15:32:09

    Science Festival - Winners announced

    On Tuesday, we hosted our Science Festival in celebration of British Science Week. The event, which welcomed students fr...

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  • News
    29 February 202424/02/29 00:00:00

    Red Nose Day - 15 March 2024

    Thursday 29 February 2024Dear parents and carers,As an all-through school, we will be celebrating Red Nose D...

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  • News
    9 February 202424/02/09 00:00:00

    CCS celebrates Children’s Mental Health Week

    Children’s Mental Health Week 2024 focused on young people’s voices.  CCS promoted this theme with asse...

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  • News
    13 December 202323/12/13 15:40:20

    We are currently seeking independent trustees to join our Academy Trust

    Caroline Chisholm Education Trust is searching for independent trustees to join our board. Our trust board, which is the...

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  • News
    27 November 202323/11/27 13:25:58

    500 words competition winners

    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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  • News
    27 November 202323/11/27 10:04:25

    Academy Trust: Annual General Meeting

    On Wednesday 6 December, our Academy Trust will be holding their Annual General Meeting (AGM), which all parents and car...

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  • News
    15 November 202323/11/15 11:02:14

    Sixth Form Open Evening - 2024/25

    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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    28 March 202424/03/28 15:30:13

    Our Decorating Eggstravaganza competition was a cracking success! It was wonderful to see the creativity showcased by all the participants! From intricate designs to whimsical themes, every egg was a masterpiece in its own right. Huge congratulations to our talented winners! Your hard work truly paid off! And yes, you guessed it right - a delicious chocolate egg was given for all their eggstraordinary efforts! Thank you to everyone who participated and made this event so eggciting! #Eggstravaganza Check out our Facebook post for more pictures! Winners: Reception: T Elliott Yr 1: A Barton Yr 2: N Patel Yr 3: L Barton Yr 4: E Garner Yr 5: J Ball Yr 6: S Lucas Yr 7: T Chauhan Yr 8: C Awaghade Yr 9: E Taylor

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    28 March 202424/03/28 15:00:24

    It's been a busy few weeks for Performing Arts! Our Year 12 and 13 A-level students enjoyed a trip to Stratford last Thursday to see the Royal Shakespeare Company's new production of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' starring Matthew Baynton. The production was superb and the students had a really entertaining evening, as well as, gaining some imaginative ideas to use as part of their own practical and written work in future. Our Musical Theatre Club were set a competition in February to select, choreograph, rehearse and perform (on video) one minute of a musical theatre song of their own choice, thus building upon their strategy planning and creativity skills. We had some fantastically creative and really fun entries (with Bruiser the dog from Legally Blonde being replaced by a parrot), and several students utilising green screens to great effect. We were so impressed with all the entries and the club members voted for the 'people's choice' award. Students were also awarded a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd trophy! Well done to all for your hard work and creativity!

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    28 March 202424/03/28 10:00:28

    Yesterday, our Year 3 learners embarked on an epic journey into the heart of Ancient Greece during their immersive Greek Day! From learning about Greek myths and legends to mastering the ancient Greek alphabet, the day was full of excitement and discovery. Engaging in lively discussions about Greek legends, our young scholars delved into the enchanting tales of gods and heroes, deepening their understanding of ancient storytelling. Exploring the nuances of the Greek alphabet, our students unlocked the secrets of an ancient language, paving the way for a deeper appreciation of history and culture. Tasting traditional delicacies allowed our learners to savour the flavours of Greece, fostering a sensory connection to the rich culinary heritage of this ancient civilization. And what's a Greek Day without some Zorba dancing? Our talented children showcased their moves, embracing the spirit of Greek culture with joy and enthusiasm! A massive thank you goes out to Mrs. Makopoulou for her invaluable assistance in our Greek day event! It was a day filled with laughter, learning, and cultural immersion, as our students expanded their horizons and journeyed back in time to ancient Greece. Here's to many more adventures in the realm of knowledge! #GreekDay #AncientGreece

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    27 March 202424/03/27 19:00:36

    On Monday, 130 of our Year 11 students set off on a day trip to both Hunstanton and Peterborough as part of their Geography fieldwork. During the day, students completed an investigation into the Coastal processes operating at Hunstanton and then travelled back to Peterborough to examine the success of town centre at reviving their economy. Data collection included a range of quantitative and qualitative approaches to systematically examine both the beach and the town to see what processes are operating there and how effective they have been in shaping two very different landscapes. The students behaved incredibly well, and even had some time to enjoy walking the pier and Peterborough highstreet after completing their work. There has been lots of great staff feedback, as well as the sight of wet trainers and soggy trousers from the beach and happy faces when McDonalds and Nandos was offered as their chance for lunch!

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    27 March 202424/03/27 11:23:12

    Last Friday was the start of our lunchtime Gardening Club, which is being led by some of our Year 6 students and supervised by a member of staff. It's been wonderful to witness the initiative our Year 6 students are demonstrating in their leadership and collaborative skills. The club is open to children in Year 1-3 and offers them an opportunity to enhance their environment while learning the art of gardening. It's been wonderful to observe the significant difference and transformation just one afternoon in the garden has brought about! We can't wait to see the growth and change over the coming weeks and months.

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    25 March 202424/03/25 17:36:08

    We recently shared results from the latest wellbeing survey, which showed some really encouraging improvement for staff, students, parents and carers. People's responses helped us understand where more work is needed, and we are pleased to now share our wellbeing strategy for tackling four key areas as shown below: Demonstrating CCS's commitment to wellbeing, encouraging talk about mental health, improving our wellbeing support provision, and developing mental health awareness and skills. We will continue to share with our community as our work progresses. Coming up next will be the launch of our Wellbeing Champions network in April, so watch this space for news.

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    22 March 202424/03/22 11:53:39

    Do you have an unused children's bike tucked away at home, longing for a new adventure? If so, please check out the slides for more information on how you can help.

  • Facebook
    28 March 202424/03/28 15:30:08

    Our Decorating Eggstravaganza competition was a cracking success! It was wonderful to see the creativity showcased by all the participants! From intricate designs to whimsical themes, every egg was a masterpiece in its own right. Huge congratulations to our talented winners! Your hard work truly paid off! And yes, you guessed it right - a delicious chocolate egg was given for all their eggstraordinary efforts! Thank you to everyone who participated and made this event so eggciting! #Eggstravaganza Winners: Reception: T Elliott Yr 1: A Barton Yr 2: N Patel Yr 3: L Barton Yr 4: E Garner Yr 5: J Ball Yr 6: S Lucas Yr 7: T Chauhan Yr 8: C Awaghade Yr 9: E Taylor

  • Facebook
    28 March 202424/03/28 15:00:18

    It's been a busy few weeks for Performing Arts! Our Year 12 and 13 A-level students enjoyed a trip to Stratford last Thursday to see the Royal Shakespeare Company's new production of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' starring Matthew Baynton. The production was superb and the students had a really entertaining evening as well as gaining some imaginative ideas to use as part of their own practical and written work in future. Our Musical Theatre Club were set a competition in February to select, choreograph, rehearse and perform (on video) one minute of a musical theatre song of their own choice, thus building upon their strategy planning and creativity skills. We had some fantastically creative and really fun entries (with Bruiser the dog from Legally Blonde being replaced by a parrot), and several students utilising green screens to great effect. We were so impressed with all the entries and the club members voted for the 'people's choice' award, as well as 1st, 2nd, and 3rd trophies! Well done to all for your hard work and creativity!

  • Facebook
    28 March 202424/03/28 10:00:13

    Yesterday, our Year 3 learners embarked on an epic journey into the heart of Ancient Greece during their immersive Greek Day! From learning about Greek myths and legends to mastering the ancient Greek alphabet, the day was full of excitement and discovery. Engaging in lively discussions about Greek legends, our young scholars delved into the enchanting tales of gods and heroes, deepening their understanding of ancient storytelling. Exploring the nuances of the Greek alphabet, our students unlocked the secrets of an ancient language, paving the way for a deeper appreciation of history and culture. Tasting traditional delicacies allowed our learners to savour the flavours of Greece, fostering a sensory connection to the rich culinary heritage of this ancient civilization. And what's a Greek Day without some Zorba dancing? Our talented children showcased their moves, embracing the spirit of Greek culture with joy and enthusiasm! A massive thank you goes out to Mrs. Makopoulou for her invaluable assistance in our Greek day event! It was a day filled with laughter, learning, and cultural immersion, as our students expanded their horizons and journeyed back in time to ancient Greece. Here's to many more adventures in the realm of knowledge! #GreekDay #AncientGreece

  • Facebook
    27 March 202424/03/27 18:58:07

    On Monday, 130 of our Year 11 students set off on a day trip to both Hunstanton and Peterborough as part of their Geography fieldwork. During the day, students completed an investigation into the Coastal processes operating at Hunstanton and then travelled back to Peterborough to examine the success of town centre at reviving their economy. Data collection included a range of quantitative and qualitative approaches to systematically examine both the beach and the town to see what processes are operating there and how effective they have been in shaping two very different landscapes. The students behaved incredibly well, and even had some time to enjoy walking the pier and Peterborough highstreet after completing their work. There has been lots of great staff feedback, as well as the sight of wet trainers and soggy trousers from the beach and happy faces when McDonalds and Nandos was offered as their chance for lunch!

  • Facebook
    27 March 202424/03/27 11:23:06

    Last Friday was the start of our lunchtime Gardening Club, which is being led by some of our Year 6 students and supervised by a member of staff. It's been wonderful to witness the initiative our Year 6 students are demonstrating in their leadership and collaborative skills. The club is open to children in Year 1-3 and offers them an opportunity to enhance their environment while learning the art of gardening. It's been wonderful to observe the significant difference and transformation just one afternoon in the garden has brought about! We can't wait to see the growth and change over the coming weeks and months.

  • Facebook
    25 March 202424/03/25 16:20:11

    We recently shared results from the latest wellbeing survey, which showed some really encouraging improvement for staff, students, parents and carers. People's responses helped us understand where more work is needed, and we are pleased to now share our wellbeing strategy for tackling four key areas as shown below: Demonstrating CCS's commitment to wellbeing, encouraging talk about mental health, improving our wellbeing support provision, and developing mental health awareness and skills. We will continue to share with our community as our work progresses. Coming up next will be the launch of our Wellbeing Champions network in April, so watch this space for news.

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    22 March 202424/03/22 16:15:38

    Over the past few weeks, Year 3 parents/carers have been able to come on-site and experience their child's learning first-hand. As part of Year 3's writing unit last term the students created their very own non-fiction texts. They were able to choose their topic while researching and crafting their books complete with all the essential features of non-fiction writing. Once they had finished their book, they decided they wanted to publish them and share them with a parent/family member. They hosted their very own "publishing party," where parents were invited to witness their child's writing process and celebrate their accomplishments. Family members were also able to join in a fun game of "head's up" and try to guess the person. Well done to all the students - we have some very talented author's already!

    • “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."

      Ofsted, 2020

    • “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.”

      CCS Sixth Form Student

Our Alumni

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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